The Zeiterion Performing Arts Center is set to reopen in January after an 18-month renovation.

The New Bedford theater will kick off its new season with "Big Night, Bright Lights!" on Jan. 17, according to a community announcement. The event is a collaboration between the Zeiterion, New Bedford Festival Theatre and New Bedford Symphony Orchestra, featuring Emmy Award-winning comedian Dulcé Sloan.

The reopening marks the return of the Zeiterion's Schooltime series for students in grades pre-K to 12 throughout the SouthCoast. Tickets for "Big Night, Bright Lights!" and Schooltime shows are on sale now. All other events are on sale for Zeiterion members and will be available for public purchase on Oct. 22.

The renovation includes new spaces such as the Speakeasy, the Baker Lobby, Bristol

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