McCarthy Middle School students showcase their talents during rehearsals for the Showboat on Thursday, May 14, 2026.

PHOTOS: Chelmsford Middle Schools Showboat Rehearsals

Performers from McCarthy and Parker Middle Schools held rehearsals on Thursday, May 14, for their upcoming talent show.

The Chelmsford Middle Schools Showboat, presented by the Chelmsford Friends of Music, is happening this Saturday, May 16, in the Carl J. Rondina Performing Arts Center at Chelmsford High School. The first show featuring fifth and sixth grade acts will begin at 5 p.m. with the second show kicking off at 7 p.m. following an intermission.

There will be singing, dancing, ventriloquism, bands, skits and much more.

Individual tickets are $10 each; a family pack that includes tickets for two adults and two or more children is available for $40. Children under 3 are admitted for free.

Purchase tickets at the following link: https://form.jotform.com/CFOM01824/showboattix

  • Parker Middle School students showcase their talents during rehearsals for the Showboat on Thursday, May 14, 2026.