This week’s round-up of live entertainment in and around Manchester is brought to you by A. Robert Dionne of Ted Herbert Music School & Rentals. Email your entertainment events to rob@majestictheatre.net for consideration. Be sure to add your events to the InkLink community calendar for possible inclusion in the live radio report on WMNH 95.3 (The Morning Show with Peter White – “World of Entertainment” LIVE every Thursday at 8 a.m.)
Featured LIVE MUSIC
THURSDAY, MAY 18th
- Paul Driscoll / The Foundry (Manchester) / 5pm
- Charlie Chronopoulos / Copper Door (Bedford) / 5pm
- Chris Powers / Cactus Jacks (Manchester) / 5pm
- Dave Clark / T-Bones (Concord) / 5pm
- Chris Perkins / Murphy’s (Manchester) / 5:30pm
- Pete Massa / Murphy’s (Bedford) / 5:30pm
- Chris Taylor / Fratello’s (Manchester) / 5:30pm
- Jeff Mrozek / Homestead (Merrimack) / 5:30pm
- Clint Lapointe / Cheers (Concord) / 6pm
- Jordan Quinn / Shorty’s (Nashua) / 6pm
- Chris Cyrus / Luk’s Bar & Grill (Hudson) / 6:30pm
FRIDAY, MAY 19th
- Brad Myrick / Backyard Brewery (Manchester) / 6pm
- Senie Hunt / The Foundry (Manchester) / 6pm
- Joanie Cicatelli / Homestead (Merrimack) / 6pm
- Peter Miles / Coach Stop (Londonderry) / 6pm
- Ken Budka / San Francisco Kitchen (Nashua) / 6:30pm
- Ian Galipeau / To Share Brewing Company (Manchester) / 6:30pm
- Justin Jordan / Luna Bistro (Salem) / 7pm
- D-Comp Trio / Derryfield (Manchester) / 8pm
- Something Else / Stumble Inn (Londonderry) / 8pm
- Lisa Marie & All Shook Up / Strange Brew Tavern (Manchester) / 9pm
- Leon Trout / Shaskeen (Manchester) / 9pm
- FatBunny / Bonfire Country Bar (Manchester) / 9pm
SATURDAY, MAY 20th
- Paul Nelson / Great North Aleworks (Manchester) / 4pm
- Jamie Hughes / Murphy’s (Manchester) / 5:30pm
- Chuck Alaimo Duo / Derryfield Deck (Manchester) / 6pm
- April Cushman / Backyard Brewery (Manchester) / 6pm
- Lou Antonucci / Fratello’s (Manchester) / 6pm
- Paul Lussier / Coach Stop (Londonderry) / 6pm
- Tyler Levs / San Francisco Kitchen (Nashua) / 6:30pm
- Josh Foster / Chen Yang Li (Bow) / 7pm
- Jasmine Mann / Hop Knot (Manchester) / 7pm
- Redemption Band / Telly’s (Epping) / 8pm
- Country Roads / Bonfire Country Bar (Manchester) / 9pm
- Slim Volume / Strange Brew Tavern (Manchester) / 9pm
SUNDAY, MAY 21st
- Phil Jacques / Copper Door (Bedford) / 11am
- Steve Aubert / Copper Door (Salem) / 11am
- Steve Baker / Luna Bistro (Salem) / 4pm
- Gypsy Wild Duo / Derryfield Deck (Manchester) / 5pm
Always be sure to check a venue’s website or social media for last-minute changes or to see if there are ticket or admission requirements. Thank you to Notso Costley Productions, NH Music Collective, and Bea’s Band List for your support and listings of LOCAL LIVE MUSIC.
Featured ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Click on DIRECT/x link for the official link to purchase tickets for each event.
THURSDAY, MAY 18th
AN EVENING WITH JIMMY WEBB / Palace Theatre (Manchester) / 7:30pm – DIRECT/x
Jimmy Webb’s songs are deeply embedded in our culture. His catalog of music and lyrics spans multiple genres and appeals to all living generations. He is always on the lists of the most important songwriters. With songs including “Wichita Lineman”, “By the Time I Get to Phoenix”, “The Worst that Could Happen”, “MacArthur Park”, “Galveston”, “Didn’t We”, “All I Know”, “The Highwayman”. www.palacetheatre.org or (603)668-5588
FRIDAY, MAY 19th
THE LION, THE WITCH, AND THE WARDROBE / Majestic Theatre (Manchester) / through May 21st – DIRECT/x
Presented by The Majestic Academy of Dramatic Arts (Youth/Teens) / This dramatization of C.S. Lewis’ classic work faithfully recreates the magic and mystery of Aslan, the great lion, his struggle with the White Witch, and the adventures of four children who inadvertently wander from an old wardrobe into the exciting, never-to-be-forgotten Narnia. www.majestictheatre.net or (603)669-7469
THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE / St. Paul’s School (Concord) – through May 21st
Presented by St. Paul’s School Theater Company. An eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives, the tweens spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing, pout-inducing, life un-affirming “ding” of the bell that signals a spelling mistake. Admission is FREE, though you must reserve tickets by calling the Box Office; 603-229-4690
FNC: JIMMY CASH AND FRIENDS / Rex Theatre (Manchester) / 7:30pm – DIRECT/x
Jimmy draws from his experience as a father of a teenage daughter, an uncertain amount of stepchildren, sobriety and 18 years as a public school janitor. Cash can be seen performing stand up at night as way to stay grounded. He has worked with some of the biggest acts in comedy and currently opens for comedian Bob Marley. www.rextheatre.org or (603)668-5588
DISCO PARTY with BOOTY VORTEX BAND / LaBelle Winery (Amherst) / 8pm – DIRECT/x
Get ready for this Disco Party with some of the finest, funkiest musicians that flawlessly perform groovy tunes from the 70’s! Put on your jumpsuits, bell bottoms, platform shoes and halter tops – these timeless disco, funk songs will have you shakin’ what yo’ mama gave ya! www.labellewinery.com or (603)672-9898
PAUL REISER / Palace Theatre (Manchester) / 7:30pm – DIRECT/x
Comedian, actor, television writer, author and musician Paul Reiser is one of Hollywood’s most prolific creatives—and he shows no signs of slowing down. www.palacetheatre.org or (603)668-5588
SATURDAY, MAY 20th
THE 7-DAY PLAYS / Hatbox Theatre (Concord) / 2pm – DIRECT/x
Produced by Versicolor Souls. The 7-Day Plays is an afternoon of four short plays written, rehearsed and performed within just one week! Inspired by the Play in a Day festival, this expanded form brings theatrical artists together to both create and develop original 20-25 minute plays, to be performed in front of a live audience on the seventh day! The 7-Day Plays are intended as an entertaining and productive way to both develop and celebrate local stage talent! www.hatboxnh.com or (603)715-2315
MUSIC OF THE KNIGHT – THE SONGS OF ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER / Rex Theatre (Manchester) / 2pm and 7:30pm – DIRECT/x
Join us for an intimate night as we span the hit songs and experience the life and career of this musical genius in allegory who single-handedly changed the course of the Broadway musical time and time again. From dynamic, high-energy hits to some of the most hauntingly-beautiful ballads in Broadway history, MUSIC OF THE KNIGHT has something to suit any musical appetite. www.rextheatre.org or (603)668-5588
STAYIN’ ALIVE – THE MUSIC OF THE BEE GEES / Palace Theatre (Manchester) / 2pm and 7:30pm – DIRECT/x
Back by popular demand!! You’ll catch a “Night Fever” with Stayin’ Alive: The World’s #1 Tribute to the Bee Gees! “You Should Be Dancing” as your favorite Bee Gees blockbusters are flawlessly performed on stage including “How Deep Is Your Love,” “Jive Talkin’, “More Than a Woman,” and “I Started a Joke.” Purchase tickets now!! This will sell out!! www.palacetheatre.org or (603)668-5588
SAMANTHA BEE – YOUR FAVORITE WOMAN / Capitol Center (Concord) / 8pm – DIRECT/x
Samantha Bee has quickly established herself as having one of the most unique and sharp comedic voices on television. She began her career performing as a member of the all-female sketch comedy troupe The Atomic Fireballs. In 2003, Bee joined Comedy Central’s The Daily Show’s “Best F#@king News Team” and in 2015 she departed The Daily Show and currently holds the title for being the longest-serving regular Daily Show correspondent of all time. www.ccanh.com or (603)225-1111
EMO NIGHT BROOKLYN / Center for the Arts (Nashua) / 8:30pm – DIRECT/x
Welcome to Emo Night Brooklyn, a late-night DJ-based dance party blasting all your favorite emo and pop-punk jams. We may even invite some of your favorite artists and bands to surprise you and join the party. Get ready to scream your lungs out, mosh and dance to all your favorite songs with all of your favorite people and experience the awesomeness that is Emo Night Brooklyn. www.nashuacenterforthearts.com or 800-657-8774
SUNDAY, MAY 21st
MATT SCHOFIELD / Tupelo Music Hall (Derry) / 7pm – DIRECT/x
British born and now US-based, Matt Schofield continues to push the frontiers and reshape the boundaries of the British Blues tradition. A multi-award winning guitar virtuoso, singer, songwriter, producer and band leader, after more than 30 years of performing, and 20 years into his solo career, Schofield’s impact as one of the most influential and distinctive guitarists of his generation is unquestionable. www.tupelomusichall.com or (603)437-5100
NH PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA– SPRING POPS 2023 “HOLLYWOOD IN AFRICA” / Seifert Performing Arts Center (Salem) / 2pm – DIRECT/x (also Saturday 5/20 at 7:30pm)
Special Guest Performance by Dartmouth College guest musician Mamadou Diabate. Africa has inspired great movies and great movie music – Lion King, Invictus, Hotel Rwanda, and Out of Africa, to name a few. Our music director, Mark Latham, was born in Africa and will lead us on our adventure exploring the great music of these memorable films. www.nhphil.com or (603)647-6476
Be sure to visit The WEEKENDER for more featured events out and about town this weekend!
