And October alchemy October 6, 2022 RWhitcomb-editor “Earthly Alchemy’’ (encaustic monotype, ink, pencil, oil pastel on Kitakata), by Worcester-based painter Donna Hamil Talman. Warner Memorial Theater, at Worcester Academy. Opened in 1932, it was designed by Drew Eberson. The prep school’s famous alumni include computer/lyricist Cole Porter.