A Look at What We’ve Created
Make a Scene Productions brings writers, performers, and creative people together to share original work with live audiences. These performance experiences build confidence, bring stories to life and celebrate expression.
From staged readings and storytelling to original plays and collaborative performances, each event has its own story.
Here’s a look at some of the productions and performances we’ve brought to life.
2026
Holiday Story Hour
Saturday, December 19, 2026 | 1:00–4:00 p.m.
Newburgh Free Library — Main Branch
Newburgh, New York
An afternoon of stories, songs, poetry, comedy, and a few unexpected moments. Holiday Story Hour brings performers and audiences together for a festive gathering of storytelling, music, laughter, and shared holiday cheer.
Presented by: The Creative Life / Make a Scene Productions and co-hosted by the Newburgh Free Library.
Holiday Story Hour
Friday, December 11, 2026 | 6:00–8:00 p.m.
The Shake & Grind
Newburgh, New York
An afternoon of stories, songs, poetry, comedy, and a few unexpected moments. Holiday Story Hour brings performers and audiences together for a festive gathering filled with music, laughter, and the pleasure of sharing stories.
Presented by: The Creative Life / Make a Scene Productions and co-hosted by The Shake and Grind.
Holiday Story Hour — Open Call for Local Talent
Calling local creatives! Have a holiday-inspired story, song, poem, comedy bit, or something else to share? Join us for two community performances, meet fellow creatives, and share your talents with new audiences. No experience necessary. No auditions!
This year there are two performances at two Newburgh locations. Choose the one you want to show your talent or choose both!
December 11 | The Shake & Grind
December 19 | Newburgh Free Library
Presented by: The Creative Life / Make a Scene Productions.
Interested in performing?
thecreativelifeinfo@gmail.com
Respond by November 7 — Noon
The Case of Mr. Aquafina — A Staged Reading
Saturday, December 5, 2026
Newburgh Free Library — Main Library
Newburgh, New York
A staged reading of an original mystery created collaboratively by participants in the Newburgh Writers Hub over six months. Through detective briefings, witness testimony, clues, and unexpected discoveries, The Case of Mr. Aquafina comes to life before a live audience. Creative production and facilitation by Harrie Mulé.
Presented by: The Creative Life / Make a Scene Productions and co-hosted by the Newburgh Free Library
Fall Hodgepodge — Improv at The Shake & Grind
November 18, 2026
The Shake & Grind
Newburgh, New York
A Make a Scene Production bringing people together for an evening of live improv, laughter, and surprises. Presented by: The Creative Life / Make a Scene Productions and co-hosted by The Shake and Grind.
Add Sunlight — A Staged Reading
October 10, 2026
Newburgh Free Library — Riverview Room
Newburgh, New York
A staged reading of Harrie Mulé’s original one-act romantic comedy, set in 1990s Spanish Harlem. A story about love, longing, friendship, and choosing yourself.
Presented by: The Creative Life / Make a Scene Productions and co-hosted by the Newburgh Free Library.
Wine n Tales
February 6, 2026
The Shake and Grind
Newburgh, New York
An evening of songs, scenes, and stories exploring love, relationships, and the sometimes funny, sometimes complicated business of the heart. Presented by: The Creative Life / Make a Scene Productions and co-hosted by The Shake and Grind.