June 2020 Magazine

NOW MAGAZINE • JUNE 2020

Just Announced!

Intimately Yours

OUR 2020-2021 SEASON

POSTMODERN JUKEBOX 10/7* The Ogunquit Playhouse at The Music Hall Presents

IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS 11/25-12/13 *ON THE COVER

SEASON SPONSORS

Hilarity

JUSTON MCKINNEY 12/26 & 27 The Music Hall Presents

PORTS. SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA NYE CHAMPAGNE POPS 12/31

WELCOME TO OUR 2020-2021 SEASON AN EVEN BRIGHTER FUTURE AWAITS! PATRICIA LYNCH, Executive Director It’s been a great ride! I’ve been lucky to serve The Music Hall as executive director, producer, interviewer, emcee, and talent wrangler for 16 years. I am filled with gratitude for the kindness and support all of you have shown me; it’s been a group effort from the beginning and I am thankful for our time together.

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Together, we’ve seen the magic of the theater come to light beneath a sparkling chandelier. Under decades of

paint, cherubs and hopeful skies emerged. Outside, a glowing marquee shines on the revitalized street all the way down to the cherry on top, the Chestnut Street Arch. Every year, hundreds of live shows and art-house films appear

FIRST SATURDAY SEASON ON SALE

Check out our first look on pgs 8-15!

This month, our First Saturday on sale event for members is Saturday, June 6. New shows go on sale to members at noon for phone and internet sales. Tickets go on sale to non-members Saturday, June 20 at noon.

To become a member, visit TheMusicHall.org or call 603.436.2400.

before audiences, which in turn, support the many local businesses and restaurants night after night. Signature series like Intimately Yours continue to draw internationally recognized artists and the award-winning Writers on a New England Stage series showcases bestselling authors in a rollicking radio show format in partnership with NH Public Radio. And every holiday season, our partnership with the Ogunquit Playhouse brings Broadway actors and

Updates

dancers to the Seacoast (and a whimsical snow flurry inside!).

At the time this magazine went to press, the information

Together, we made the impossible happen. The Music Hall’s successes wouldn’t have happened without the endless help and support of its Board of Trustees, staff of arts professionals, committed sponsors, devoted and dedicated volunteers, and you, our beloved members. Together, we turned a run-down theater with scant resources into a fully professional, nationallyrenowned performing arts center and vibrant community treasure. And together, we will navigate this current crisis. I know you will take all of our accomplishments to heart and remain devoted to supporting the theater’s future by embracing our new executive director and the management team.

here was the most up-to-date we had, but we are sure something will have changed by the time this hits your mailbox. We recommend checking our website for the latest on show dates, on sale information, and the status of our events. Our weekly enews is also a great resource for rescheduled and new shows, behind-the-scenes blogs, and news from our staff—we encourage you to sign up! And don’t forget to follow our social media channels where we are actively interacting with you and our supporters.

Your support will be key next year and The Music Hall’s next chapter won’t be one to miss!

We’re looking forward to the day we are all back. Just think about the soft glow of the lower lobby’s whimsical lights, fresh popcorn and a thirst-

be there.

RENTAL PARTNERS ALREADY ON SALE

On June 30, I will hand over the keys to Tina Sawtelle and devote my creative

Big Brothers Big Sisters presents LET’S GO CRAZY FOR THE ‘80s FUNDRAISER

quenching drink from concessions, settling into the red velvet seats with family and friends. That moment when the crowd erupts in cheers and applause that lifts the spirits and the band strikes that first note. I know you’ll

energy to working on other arts and cultural projects that are meaningful to me. But don’t worry, I will still be an active supporter of The Music Hall.

And so by the light of the ever-sparkling chandelier, I take my bow. Thank you for welcoming me into your community and for trusting me with your beloved treasure for 16 amazing years. I’m eternally grateful.

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Fri., August 28 • 7:30pm • Historic Theater

Sweaty Turtle Entertainment presents “WON’T YOU HELP TO SING”

BENEFIT CONCERT TO END HUMAN TRAFFICKING

Sat., September 12 • 7:30pm • Historic Theater

DSP Shows presents GORDON LIGHTFOOT: 80 YEARS STRONG TOUR Sat., October 10 • 8pm • Historic Theater

COMMUNITY

Visit TheMusicHall.org/Blog for more behind-the-scenes info!

It’s All About Heart We have been humbled by the outpouring of support from our members and donors during this critical time. The Music Hall has been dubbed “the beating cultural heart of the New Hampshire Seacoast;” it is our members and donors who create that tempo. Through the generosity of friends like you, The Music Hall has weathered many storms over its 140 years. And with your help, we will weather this one too. Thanks to your support, we were able to meet our May Membership Month match. Your contributions ensure our ability to fulfill our mission to serve as an active and vital arts center for the enrichment of the Seacoast community.

As a community-supported nonprofit, you play a vital role in all that we do. The Music Hall brings national and international artists and scholars to the region who offer experiences that enlighten and entertain. By providing 52 weeks of diverse programming each year, The Music Hall contributes to the vitality of our community and engages nearly 130,000 patrons in the arts and learning. Included in those numbers are nearly 10,000 students, elementary-age children from more than 80 schools and 30 homeschool groups, as well as at-risk teens. You make it possible. You, our members, patrons, staff, volunteers, and sponsors. Thank you for your generosity.

Lend a Neighbor a Hand It’s our sixth year collaborating with Gather for the Fill the Hall Food Drive on Saturday, June 27. It is core to our mission to give back and we do that best by connecting through the arts and to one another. And, despite the uncertainty about near-future social gatherings, one way or another Fill The Hall will take place!

This year, Gather launched their summertime Meals 4 Kids (M4K) program 13 weeks early and they have been feeding 700 kids every week through the pandemic. Their mission to distribute fresh and nutritious food for children and teens in our community is so important, especially now when school subsidized meals ended earlier than expected. We always strive to top the year before at each Fill the Hall, but this year we want to double our efforts.

Hello, Goodbye, and Thank You!

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One of The Music Hall’s most valuable assets has always been a highly engaged Board of Trustees—local professionals, philanthropists, and motivated volunteers who are dedicated advocates. These incredible folks bring years of experience from all sectors of the community to the table. Trustees are elected every year and serve for a term of three years with a maximum of three consecutive terms.

All of our Trustees share our passion to inspire, educate, and connect with those around us.

With the best interests of you, our members, at heart, this group is preparing The Music Hall to withstand the test of time for another 140 years. We love welcoming new board members to the team and look forward to hearing their guidance. Likewise, we are so sad when a board member’s term is up. We see their familiar faces at shows, special events, and celebrations over the years.

Their commitment speaks for itself.

We are happy to welcome Tim Allison, Jude Blake, Megan W. Davis, Paul Durham, Hope W. Martin, and Cathy Nickerson to the board this year. We thank departing board members Ben Auger, Debra Ford, Bob Hickey, and Jeff Mountjoy for their dedication and service these past nine years.

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We need your help! Check out our website to see what specific foods and supplies Gather requests, or donate directly to them through GatherNH.org and tag Fill the Hall. Organize a donation collection in the neighborhood and drop it all off at The Music Hall on June 27.

We’ve had whole truckloads repping neighborhoods with signs and artwork before and we want a caravan of food for this!

Please stay tuned to learn what form the event will take this year. In the meantime, please keep Gather in your thoughts as they continue to fight hunger and support health and wellbeing in the Greater Seacoast.

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ON STAGE FILL THE HALL 2020

Sat., June 27 • 9am-3pm • Historic Theater Join us as we challenge the community to fill every seat in the Historic Theater twice with bags of food for Gather and their Meals 4 Kids program during the sixth annual Fill The Hall Food Drive.

For a list of items needed or to make a donation online, go to TheMusicHall.org/fillthehall

SPONSOR:

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LIVE AT THE LOFT THE

BLUE RIBBONS

Sat., June 27 • 8pm • Loft • $12

The Blue Ribbons, formed by singer/songwriter/keyboardist James Rohr, have built a base of devoted fans with their original and soulful music.

SERIES SPONSORS:

ON SCREEN

PRESENTING CINEMA SPONSOR:

Live Free Print & Frame

WILDCARD SERIES SPONSORS: Cocked Hat Ventures; The Hippo; RAM Printing FILM CLUB SERIES SPONSOR: Solari Salon & Spa

WILDCARD

WILDCARD

A LIFE OF ENDLESS SUMMERS: THE BRUCE

THE LONGEST WAVE

Thu., June 11 • 7pm Historic Theater • $15 GA Oscar-nominated filmmaker Joe Berlinger travels the globe with legendary windsurfer and pioneering waterman Robby Naish.

BROWN STORY

Fri., June 19 • 7pm Historic Theater • $15 GA In 1962, Bruce Brown had an idea for a new project: follow the summer season around the world.

FILM CLUB BADLANDS

(1973) PG • 1h 34m • US Tue., June 16 • 7pm • Loft • GA $15 (no passes) Directed by Terence Malick; Martin Sheen as Kit Carruthers. To punish her for dating Kit Carruthers, Holly’s father shoots her dog. Then Kit shoots Holly’s father. Fictionalizing a historic 1959 crime spree, this directing debut by Malick is nothing less than a masterpiece. With Sissy Spacek.

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SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT Serving Our Community with Service Credit Union This is The Music Hall’s sixth year hosting our Fill the Hall Food Drive on behalf of Gather, and this time we’re excited to announce a new partner: Service Credit Union!

We’re thrilled to have Service Credit Union sponsor Fill the Hall. Our mutual commitment to supporting the communities we serve is perfectly expressed through this effort to fill every seat in the Historic Theater—twice over— with bags of non-perishable food items and your donations for Gather’s Meals 4 Kids program.

While we strategize how to safely host this year’s event, we know your support, and this partnership with Service Credit Union, will ensure success. Together, we will feed families and grow awareness of Gather’s services and needs, actions that will benefit our community throughout the year.

Combining the warmth and attention of a credit union with the security of a big bank, Service Credit Union serves those living or working in the state of New Hampshire or the Falmouth, MA area and their families, as well as anyone who has worked for or is currently working for the Department of Defense, including activeduty military, veterans, and their families.

To learn more about Service Credit Union and their mission to do what is right for their members, visit ServiceCU.org

THIS MONTH’S MEMBER EVENTS BOOK CLUB THE GREAT ALONE

BY KRISTIN HANNAH Mon., 6/8 • 6pm Portwalk Place

DIRECTOR’S CLUB We miss getting together with all of you. We’re looking forward to gathering again as soon as it is practical to do so; a fantastic suite of Director’s Club events awaits!

For more information, contact Jess Bunker at 603.766.2176 or JBunker@themusichall.org

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AT A GLANCE

B2W BOX OFFICE @ THE HISTORIC THEATER: 28 Chestnut Street

At the Historic Theater At the Loft

JUNE

SEPTEMBER

NOVEMBER

Wildcard

Intimately Yours

Rental Partner

Thursday, June 11 • 7pm

Thursday, September 3 • 8pm

Friday, November 13 • 7:30pm

The Longest Wave

An Evening with They Might Be Giants

DSP Shows: Wailin’ Jennys (NEW DATE)

Film Club

Intimately Yours

Live at the Loft

Tuesday, June 16 • 7pm

Wednesday, September 9 • 7:30pm

Friday, November 20 • 8pm

Badlands (1973)

Melissa Etheridge: 2020 Tour (NEW DATE)

Wildcard

Hilarity

Friday, June 19 • 7pm

Friday, September 11 • 8pm

A Life of Endless Summers: The Bruce Brown Story

Lewis Black: It Gets Better Every Day Tour (NEW DATE)

Teddy Thompson (NEW DATE)

The Ogunquit Playhouse at The Music Hall presents

Irving Berlin’s White Christmas the Musical Wed., November 25 - Sun., December 13

Fill The Hall

Rental Partner

DECEMBER

Live at the Loft

Saturday, September 12 • 7:30pm

The Ogunquit Playhouse at The Music Hall presents

Saturday, June 27 • 8pm

Live at the Loft

Wed., November 25 - Sun., December 13

JULY

Sunday, September 13 • 7pm

Hilarity

Live at the Loft

Saturday, December 12 • 8pm

Saturday, June 27 • 9am - 3pm

The Blue Ribbons

Sweaty Turtle Entertainment presents “Won’t You Help to Sing” (NEW DATE) Suzzy Roche and Lucy Wainwright Roche

Irving Berlin’s White Christmas the Musical Hari Kondabolu (NEW DATE)

Innovation + Leadership

Sweet Crude (NEW DATE)

Wednesday, September 16 • 7:30pm

Hilarity

Wednesday, July 15 • 7pm

Telluride by the Sea Film Festival

Friday, September 18 - Sunday, September 20

Saturday, December 26 • 5pm & 8pm; Sunday, December 27 • 5pm

29th Annual Kitchen Tour (NEW DATE)

The Music Hall Presents

Kimberly Hamlin (NEW DATE) Intimately Yours

Straight No Chaser

Thursday, July 16 • 8pm Film Club

Body Heat (1981)

Tuesday, July 21 • 7pm Innovation + Leadership

Sunday, September 27 • 10am-4pm New Castle, NH Hilarity

Justin Willman: Magic in Real Life Tour (NEW DATE)

CreativeMornings PKX

Sunday, September 27 • 7pm

Writers in the Loft

OCTOBER

Thursday, July 30 • 7pm

Live at the Loft

Hilarity

Friday, July 24 • 8:30am

Martha Ackmann

Juston McKinney: Last Laugh: A Year In Review

New Year’s Eve Champagne Pops with the Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra Thursday, December 31 • 8pm

JANUARY 2021 Intimately Yours

Angélique Kidjo (NEW DATE)

Saturday, January 23 • 8pm

Amy Black (NEW DATE)

Saturday, October 3 • 8pm

MARCH 2021

Friday, July 31 • 8pm

Intimately Yours

The Music Hall Presents

AUGUST

Wednesday, October 7 • 7:30pm

Kevin Nealon

Live at the Loft

Nefesh Mountain

Saturday, August 1 • 8pm Hilarity

Whose Live Anyway? (NEW DATE)

Wednesday, August 26 • 7:30pm Innovation + Leadership

CreativeMornings PKX

Friday, August 28 • 8:30am Rental Partner

Big Brothers Big Sisters presents Let’s Go Crazy for the ‘80s (NEW DATE) Friday, August 28 • 7:30pm Hilarity

Roy Wood Jr. (NEW DATE)

Saturday, August 29 • 7pm & 9pm

Postmodern Jukebox: Welcome to the Twenties 2.0 Live at the Loft

Alex Cuba (NEW DATE)

Thursday, October 8 • 7:30pm Intimately Yours

Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy Friday, October 9 • 8pm Rental Partner

DSP Shows presents Gordon Lightfoot: 80 Years Strong Tour Saturday, October 10 • 8pm Live at the Loft

ETHEL

Friday, October 23 • 8pm Intimately Yours

Josh Turner (NEW DATE)

Saturday, October 24 • 8pm Live at the Loft

Robbie Fulks

Saturday, October 24 • 8pm

Show listings/dates are subject to change

Masters of Illusion: Believe the Impossible Thursday, March 4 • 7:30pm Intimately Yours

The Tallest Man on Earth (NEW DATE) Sunday, March 7 • 7pm School Days Series

The Pout-Pout Fish

Monday, March 8 • 9:30am & 11:30am School Days Series

The Very Hungry Caterpillar & Other Eric Carle Classics

Wednesday, March 17 • 9:30am & 11:30am Intimately Yours

The Mavericks (NEW DATE)

Thursday, March 18 & Friday, March 19 • 8pm The Music Hall Presents

The Moth Mainstage (NEW DATE) Saturday, March 20 • 8pm School Days Series

Rosie Revere, Engineer & Friends

Tuesday, March 30 • 9:30am & 11:30am

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FIRST LOOK AT OUR 2020-2021 SEASON On Sale to members: Sat., June 6 • On Sale to non-members: Sat., June 20 HILARITY SERIES SPONSORS:

INTIMATELY YOURS SERIES SPONSORS:

INNOVATION + LEADERSHIP PRESENTING SPONSOR:

WRITERS IN THE LOFT SERIES SPONSOR: RMC Research Corporation

MEDIA PARTNER:

SERIES SPONSOR: Atlantic Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

INTIMATELY YOURS STRAIGHT HILARITY BRIAN

NO CHASER

Thu., July 16 • 8pm • Historic Theater $45; $62; $72 (Already On Sale)

REGAN

EVENING SPONSORS:

New dates TBA • Historic Theater • $49; $59

AC Hotel; BANKW Staffing; Clear Eye Photo; Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, PA

INNOVATION + LEADERSHIP

WRITERS IN THE LOFT

Wed., July 15 • 7pm Loft • $43* (Already On Sale)

Thu., July 30 • 7pm Loft • $41* (Already On Sale)

KIMBERLY HAMLIN

HILARITY KEVIN

MARTHA ACKMANN

HILARITY WHOSE

NEALON

LIVE ANYWAY?

Fri., July 31 • 8pm • Historic Theater • $32 (Already On Sale)

Wed., August 26 • 7:30pm • Historic Theater $38; $45; $59 (Already On Sale)

EVENING SPONSORS:

EVENING SPONSORS:

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Daystar; The Friendly Toast

Beswick Engineering; Carpe Diem Coffee Roasting Company; Leddy Group

*Check website for ticket package details

FIRST LOOK AT OUR 2020-2021 SEASON On Sale to members: Sat., June 6 • On Sale to non-members: Sat., June 20 LIVE AT THE LOFT SERIES SPONSORS:

HILARITY SERIES SPONSORS:

INTIMATELY YOURS SERIES SPONSORS:

Live Free Print & Frame

HILARITY ROY

LIVE AT THE LOFT

NEFESH MOUNTAIN

Sat., August 1 • 8pm • Loft $16; $18 day of show (Already On Sale)

INTIMATELY YOURS AN EVENING WITH THEY

MIGHT BE GIANTS

Thu., September 3 • 8pm • Historic Theater $30; $46; $50 (Already On Sale) EVENING SPONSOR: Clear Eye Photo

HILARITY LEWIS

INTIMATELY YOURS MELISSA

ETHERIDGE: 2020 TOUR

Wed., September 9 • 7:30pm • Historic Theater $55; $84; $105 (Already On Sale) EVENING SPONSORS:

Avery Insurance; Clear Eye Photo; Harbour Women's Health; Troiano Wealth Advisory Group

BLACK: IT GETS BETTER EVERY DAY TOUR

Fri., September 11 • 8pm • Historic Theater $58; $69 (Already On Sale) EVENING SPONSORS:

WOOD JR.

Sat., August 29 7pm & 9pm • Loft $32 (Already On Sale)

Harbour Women’s Health

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TELLURIDE BY THE SEA 2020

Fri., September 18 - Sun., September 20 • Historic Theater Patron Pass: $220; Weekend Pass: $110; Individual Ticket: $20

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FIRST LOOK AT OUR 2020-2021 SEASON On Sale to members: Sat., June 6 • On Sale to non-members: Sat., June 20 LIVE AT THE LOFT SERIES SPONSORS:

Live Free Print & Frame

LIVE AT THE LOFT

LIVE AT THE LOFT

SUZZY ROCHE & LUCY WAINWRIGHT ROCHE

SWEET CRUDE

Wed., September 16 7:30pm • Loft $20 (Already On Sale)

Sun., September 13 • 7pm Loft • $20

29TH ANNUAL KITCHEN

TOUR: NEW CASTLE

Sun., September 27 • 10am-4pm $28 members; $30 non-members; $33 day-of (Already On Sale)

Island life tempting you? Enjoy a taste when The Music Hall’s 29th Annual Kitchen Tour travels to historic New Castle.

ANNUAL DOVETAILED SPONSOR: k i t c h e n s • b a t h s • c a bi n e t r y

PREMIER SPONSOR:

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LIVE AT THE LOFT

LIVE AT THE LOFT

Sat., October 3 8pm • Loft $20 (Already On Sale)

Thu., October 8 7:30pm • Loft $16 (Already On Sale)

AMY BLACK

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ALEX CUBA

FIRST LOOK AT OUR 2020-2021 SEASON On Sale to members: Sat., June 6 • On Sale to non-members: Sat., June 20 HILARITY SERIES SPONSORS:

LIVE AT THE LOFT SERIES SPONSORS:

INTIMATELY YOURS SERIES SPONSORS:

Live Free Print & Frame

HILARITY JUSTIN

WILLMAN: MAGIC IN REAL LIFE TOUR

Sun., September 27 • 7pm • Historic Theater $36; VIP $86 (Already On Sale) EVENING SPONSORS:

INTIMATELY YOURS POSTMODERN

JUKEBOX

WELCOME TO THE TWENTIES 2.0 TOUR

Wed., October 7 • 7:30pm • Historic Theater • $38; $48; $55

Digital Prospectors

EVENING SPONSOR: Clear Eye Photo

LIVE AT THE LOFT ETHEL

LIVE AT THE LOFT

ROBBIE FULKS

Fri., October 23 • 8pm Loft • $32

INTIMATELY YOURS NATALIE

MACMASTER & DONNELL LEAHY

Sat., October 24 • 8pm Loft • $20

INTIMATELY YOURS JOSH

TURNER

Fri., October 9 • 8pm • Historic Theater • $38; $46; $52

Sat., October 24 • 8pm • Historic Theater $55; $65; $78 (Already On Sale)

EVENING SPONSOR: Clear Eye Photo

EVENING SPONSORS: Clear Eye Photo; Daystar, Inc.; TD Bank; TMS Architects TheMusicHall.org

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FIRST LOOK AT OUR 2020-2021 SEASON On Sale to members: Sat., June 6 • On Sale to non-members: Sat., June 20 LIVE AT THE LOFT SERIES SPONSORS:

HILARITY SERIES SPONSORS:

Live Free Print & Frame

LIVE AT THE LOFT TEDDY

THOMPSON

Fri., November 20 • 8pm • Loft • $28 (Already On Sale)

THE OGUNQUIT PLAYHOUSE AT THE MUSIC HALL PRESENTS

THE OGUNQUIT PLAYHOUSE AT THE MUSIC HALL PRESENTS

IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS THE MUSICAL

Wed., November 25 - Sun., December 13 • Historic Theater • $45-$99; Tickets start at $45 for 18 & under (Already On Sale)

HILARITY HARI

KONDABOLU

Sat., December 12 • 8pm • Loft • $26 (Already On Sale)

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FIRST LOOK AT OUR 2020-2021 SEASON On Sale to members: Sat., June 6 • On Sale to non-members: Sat., June 20

INTIMATELY YOURS SERIES SPONSORS:

HILARITY SERIES SPONSORS:

HILARITY JUSTON

MCKINNEY: LAST LAUGH: A YEAR IN REVIEW

Sat., December 26 • 5pm & 8pm; Sun., December 27 • 5pm Historic Theater • $28

INTIMATELY YOURS ANGÉLIQUE

KIDJO: REMAIN IN LIGHT

Sat., January 23, 2021 • 8pm • Historic Theater $48; $62 (Already On Sale)

EVENING SPONSORS: Clear Eye Photo; Churchill’s Garden Center

THE MUSIC HALL PRESENTS NEW

YEAR’S EVE CHAMPAGNE POPS!

WITH THE PORTSMOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Thu., December 31 • 8pm • Historic Theater • $38

THE MUSIC HALL PRESENTS

MASTERS OF ILLUSION: BELIEVE THE IMPOSSIBLE Thu., March 4, 2021 • 7:30pm • Historic Theater $42; $58; $68

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FIRST LOOK AT OUR 2020-2021 SEASON On Sale to members: Sat., June 6 • On Sale to non-members: Sat., June 20 INTIMATELY YOURS SERIES SPONSORS:

INTIMATELY YOURS

THE TALLEST MAN ON EARTH

Sun., March 7, 2021 • 7pm • Historic Theater $35; $42 (Already On Sale)

EVENING SPONSORS: Clear Eye Photo; The Friendly Toast

HILARITY SERIES SPONSORS:

INTIMATELY YOURS

THE MAVERICKS

Thu., March 18 & Fri., March 19, 2021 • 8pm • Historic Theater $48; $62; $75 (Already On Sale) EVENING SPONSORS:

Clear Eye Photo

HILARITY STEVEN

ROGERS

Sat., April 17 • 8pm • Loft • $18 (Already On Sale)

THE MUSIC HALL PRESENTS THE

MOTH MAINSTAGE

Sat., March 20, 2021 • 8pm • Historic Theater $48; $55 (Already On Sale) EVENING SPONSORS:

The Friendly Toast; The Hilton Garden Inn and Homewood Suites; Riverworks Printing; Petersen Engineering

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INTIMATELY YOURS

KEB’ MO’

Wed., June 2, 2021 • 7:30pm • Historic Theater $48; $64 (Already On Sale) EVENING SPONSOR: Clear Eye Photo

FIRST LOOK AT OUR 2020-2021 SEASON On Sale to members: Sat., June 6 • On Sale to non-members: Sat., June 20 MET AT THE MUSIC HALL SERIES SPONSOR: RiverWoods Exeter

MEDIA PARTNERS:

SCHOOL DAYS SERIES SPONSORS: d.f. Richard Cognia ENERGY

ADDITIONAL SUPPORT HAS BEEN GENEROUSLY PROVIDED BY: Demoulas Foundation; The French Foundation; The Fuller Foundation; Heinemann Publishing; The Hesed Foundation

IL TROVATORE (Verdi)

MET AT THE MUSIC HALL

$29; $15 for 18 & under (On Sale dates to be announced)

We’re very excited about next year’s Met at The Music Hall series, which will include the fantastic selection of titles below. We will announce the schedule and on sale dates as soon as possible.

AIDA (VERDI)

ROMÉO ET JULIETTE (GOUNOD)

NABUCCO (VERDI)

IL TROVATORE (VERDI)

DON GIOVANNI (MOZART)

IL PIRATA (BELLINI)

FIDELIO (BEETHOVEN)

DEAD MAN WALKING (HEGGIE)

DIE ZAUBERFLÖTE (MOZART)

DIE FRAU OHNE SCHATTEN (R. STRAUSS)

Credit: Sydney Bilodeau

SCHOOL DAYS SERIES

GIRAFFES CAN’T DANCE - THE MUSICAL

THE POUT-POUT FISH

PETE’S BIG HOLLYWOOD ADVENTURE

$7 (Already On Sale)

Mon., March 8, 2021 • 9:30am & 11:30am • Historic Theater

THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR & OTHER ERIC CARLE CLASSICS Wed., March 17, 2021 • 9:30am & 11:30am • Historic Theater

ROSIE REVERE, ENGINEER & FRIENDS

Tue., March 30, 2021 • 9:30am & 11:30am • Historic Theater

Wed., April 7, 2021 • 9:30am & 11:30am • Historic Theater Tue., May 4, 2021 • 9:30am & 11:30am • Historic Theater

PORTSMOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Tue., May 11, 2021 • 9:30am & 11:30am • Historic Theater

IT’S OKAY TO BE DIFFERENT - STORIES BY TODD PARR Wed., May 19 • 9:30am & 11:30am • Historic Theater

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