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North Shore Bank Contributes $25,000 to the Cabot Performing Arts Center to Sponsor New Stageside Lounge

PEABODY, MASSACHUSETTS — December 17, 2025

North Shore Bank is proud to announce a $25,000 contribution to the Cabot Performing Arts Center in support of its newly opened Stageside Lounge, a modern and inviting space designed to elevate the theater-going experience for patrons of The Cabot.

The Stageside Lounge, unveiled during a recent ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by representatives from North Shore Bank, will serve as an enhanced gathering place for Cabot members and sponsors, offering improved comfort, accessibility, and hospitality before performances and during intermissions.

“Our partnership with The Cabot is rooted in a shared commitment to enriching the cultural fabric of our communities,” said Michael Wheeler, president and CEO of North Shore Bank. “The Stageside Lounge represents an exciting new chapter for this beloved performing arts venue, and we’re honored to support a project that brings people together and strengthens the arts on the North Shore.”

The Cabot Performing Arts Center, a historic landmark in Beverly, continues to grow as a regional cultural hub, offering a wide range of live performances, film events, and educational programming. North Shore Bank’s investment in the Stageside Lounge underscores the Bank’s ongoing dedication to community development, local arts, and vibrant public spaces.

“North Shore Bank has been one of The Cabot’s most steadfast and generous partners, and their support of the new Stageside Lounge reflects their deep belief in the power of the arts to strengthen communities,” said Brian Ridolfo, president and CEO of The Cabot. “This beautiful new space enhances the experience for our members, sponsors, and audiences, and helps us continue our mission as a nonprofit historic theater to bring world-class artists and community programs to Beverly and the North Shore. We are truly grateful for North Shore Bank’s leadership and their continued commitment to preserving and elevating this cherished cultural landmark.”

A group of men attending the ribbon cutting ceremony at the Cabot Performing Arts Center to Sponsor New Stageside Lounge.

In This Photo
Michael Wheeler, president and CEO, North Shore Bank
Kevin Tierney, executive chairman, North Shore bank
John Drislane, director and treasurer, The Cabot
Brian Ridolfo, president and CEO, The Cabot
Robert Mitchell, SVP, finance director, North Shore Bank
Wilson Jimenez, branch manager, North Shore Bank

A man cutting a ribbon at the Cabot Performing Arts Center to Sponsor New Stageside Lounge.

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