March 2018 Magazine by The Music Hall

NOW MAGAZINE • MARCH 2018

Intimately Yours

ANDREW BIRD 3/6* Innovation + Leadership

GENEEN ROTH 3/8 Writers in the Loft

COLM TÓIBÍN 3/22 Writers in the Loft

ANNA QUINDLEN 3/30

*ON THE COVER

SEASON SPONSORS TheMusicHall.org

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FIRST SATURDAY

WRITERS ON A NEW ENGLAND STAGE

KATY TUR

ALREADY ON SALE!

INTIMATELY YOURS

JOSH RITTER (SOLO)

Sun., April 8 • 4pm • Historic Theater • $13.75 GA*

Sun., May 13 • 7pm • Historic Theater • $28; $35

Hear from NBC Correspondent Katy Tur about her NY Times bestseller and the darkly comic, fascinatingly bizarre 2016 presidential campaign, her 501 days reporting on - and taking fire from - Republican Nominee Donald Trump.

Cited by Paste magazine as among the “100 Best Living Songwriters,” Ritter returns to Portsmouth following the release of his ninth full-length album, Gathering.

INNOVATION + LEADERSHIP ON SCREEN

THE LAST CROP

Tue., April 3 • 7pm • Historic Theater • $12

Every week, 330 U.S. farm families leave their land. Witness one farm family’s resolve to save their land for future farmers.

WILDCARD

NY CAT FILM FESTIVAL

WILDCARD

NY DOG FILM FESTIVAL

Fri., April 13 • 7pm • Historic Theater • $13

Sat., April 14 • 7pm • Historic Theater • $13

A curated medley of short films that honor the mysterious felines who have fascinated mankind for centuries and continue to enchant us.

Perfect for dog lovers of all ages, the festival is comprised of curated selections of short films that illuminate human-canine love.

RENTAL PARTNERS Portsmouth Music and Arts Center presents JAZZ NIGHT 2018: EAST COAST/WEST COAST Fri., March 16 & Sat., March 17 • 7pm & 9pm• Loft Jewish Federation of NH presents THE 10TH ANNUAL NH JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL Sun., March 18 • 1pm & 3:30pm • Loft Big Brothers Big Sisters of NH present LEARNING TO FLY, A TRIBUTE TO TOM PETTY Sat., April 7 • 8pm • Historic Theater Corpus Christi Men’s Ministry presents PAUL STUTZMAN ALIVE AT THE LOFT Sat., April 14 • 2pm & 8pm • Loft Newmarket Jr. / Sr. High School presents SPRING CONCERT Wed., May 23 • 7pm • Historic Theater 2 NOW 603.436.2400

* Check TheMusicHall.org for ticket details

FIRST SATURDAY

NEW SHOWS ON SALE!

Our “First Saturday” on sale event for members is Saturday, March 3. The following NEW shows go on sale to members at 10am for walk-up, at noon for phone and internet sales. Tickets on sale to non-members Saturday, March 17 at noon. To become a member, go online to TheMusicHall.org, call 603.766.2176, or email AHahalis@themusichall.org.

LIVE AT THE LOFT

THE BLUE RIBBONS FEAT. DIETRICH STRAUSE

LIVE AT THE LOFT

THE LOW ANTHEM

Sat., May 5 • 8pm • Loft • $12

Thu., May 10 • 8pm • Loft • $26

Boston Music Award winners, The Blue Ribbons, and acclaimed Boston singer/songwriter, Dietrich Strause join forces for a special night of original music.

Founded by multi-instrumentalists Ben Knox Miller and Jeff Prystowsky, the band is known for their personal, crafted, abstract sound, and love for non-traditional musical instruments and arrangements.

CURATOR'S CORNER LIVE AT THE LOFT BRINGS ECLECTIC ENTERTAINMENT TO TOWN Thérèse LaGamma, Deputy Director of Programming & Performing Arts Curator If you are a fan of emerging artists and discovering new acts, then you’ll want to check out our Live at the Loft series. This series is a broad mix of world, country, and pop music. March in New England brings with it the promise of sunnier days, and it is also when I travel to Austin’s South By Southwest (SXSW) to seek out new acts to bring to the Seacoast. This festival and conference features thousands of artists from across the globe in venues around the city. SXSW artists are both renowned (Iggy Pop and Loretta Lynn) and lesser known. Stages are curated by a variety of industry names (KCRW, NPR, Brooklyn Vegan) as well as agencies who take special care in helping to develop young artists. Much of our music programming comes from first-hand discovery. I first saw country artist Margo Price at SXSW in 2016. She became a Live at The Loft highlight last year, playing our intimate listening room to a sold out audience. Today she is generating headlines around the globe and performing alongside icons like Willie Nelson and John Prine. Others who have made it to the Loft include: Great Lake Swimmers, Lydia Loveless, and DakhaBrakha. But the Loft isn’t just a place for discovery acts - it’s also become home to many an established artist, including Alejandro Escovedo, Glen David Andrews, Rhett Miller, John Doe, Shinyribs, Nellie McKay, and so many others! The room has also worked to showcase the artistry of local favorites. All of this at affordable prices thanks to series sponsor The Provident Bank. If you haven’t already, we hope you’ll make your way to the Loft and support live music! TheMusicHall.org

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ON STAGE INTIMATELY YOURS

ANDREW BIRD

Tue., March 6 • 7:30pm • Historic Theater $36; $53; $59 Internationally acclaimed multiinstrumentalist, vocalist, whistler, and songwriter, Andrew Bird makes his long awaited return with his band!

SERIES SPONSORS:

EVENING SPONSORS: Clear Eye Photo; Impax Asset Management; Market Street Talent; Popzup Popcorn; PortsmouthNH.com

LIVE AT THE LOFT JESSE

TERRY

Sat., March 10 • 8pm • Loft • $12 Mixing spacey rockabilly/power pop and dreamy, Beatles-esque ballads, Terry brings music from his latest album, Stargazer, to the Loft. SERIES SPONSOR: MEDIA PARTNERS:

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Live Free Photography – [Liv] Frame Print

ON STAGE INNOVATION + LEADERSHIP GENEEN Thu., March 8 • 7pm • Loft • $40*

ROTH

The #1 NY Times bestselling author of Women Food and God visits with her latest - an inspiring, personal, and often spiritual reflection on how women can find peace, make wise choices, and step into their power. The book features a foreword by author Anne Lamott. PRESENTING SPONSOR: SERIES SPONSOR: Petersen Engineering

WRITERS IN THE LOFT WALTER

MOSLEY

Tue., March 13 • 7pm • Loft • $41*

Don’t miss hearing from one of America's most celebrated and beloved writers. The award-winning author of the Easy Rawlins series comes to town with the first mystery in his new series addressing today’s critical issues of race and identity. SERIES SPONSOR: RMC Research Corporation

WRITERS IN THE LOFT COLM

TÓIBÍN

Thu., March 22 • 7pm • Loft • $30*

Back by popular demand! The bestselling, award-winning author (Brooklyn, The Testament of Mary) joins us in the Loft with his remarkable retelling of the story of Clytemnestra and her children, just out in paperback. SERIES SPONSOR: RMC Research Corporation

WRITERS IN THE LOFT ANNA

QUINDLEN

Fri., March 30 • 7pm • Loft • $42*

The #1 NY Times bestselling author of Miller’s Valley and Still Life with Bread Crumbs visits with her new novel, in which an unexpected act of violence exposes the tensions in a tight-knit neighborhood—and a seemingly happy marriage. SERIES SPONSOR: RMC Research Corporation

*Check website for ticket package details

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ON STAGE

HILARITY “WEIRD

SOLD OUT SHOWS

AL”

INTIMATELY YOURS

THE RIDICULOUSLY SELF-INDULGENT ILL-ADVISED VANITY TOUR SPECIAL GUEST: EMO PHILIPS Sat., March 3 • 8pm • Historic Theater • $48; $64; $74, $279 (VIP)

The biggest-selling comedy recording artist of all time joins us for an intimate evening of song.

AN ACOUSTIC EVENING WITH LYLE LOVETT & SHAWN COLVIN Fri., March 9 • 8pm • Historic Theater • $50; $70; $80

Texas’ treasured singer-songwriters, Lyle Lovett and Shawn Colvin, combine their impeccable talents to create an unforgettable show. SERIES SPONSORS:

SERIES SPONSORS: EVENING SPONSORS: Leone, McDonnell and Roberts, PA; Regal Limousine Service

EVENING SPONSORS:

Clear Eye Photo; Great Bay Limousine; Olde Port Properties; Wells Fargo Advisors

THE MUSIC HALL PRESENTS

THE MOTH MAINSTAGE

Sat., March 24 • 8pm • Historic Theater • $38; $46; $50 This flagship program featuring a mix of national voices, including luminaries in the arts and sciences, news-makers and news breakers, and everyday heroes (and even a few reformed villains!) makes its return to The Music Hall. EVENING SPONSOR:

Weekender House

SCHOOL DAYS SERIES DRAGONS

LOVE TACOS & OTHER STORY BOOKS

Tue., March 20 • 9:30am & 11:30am • Historic Theater • $6 A collection of entertaining stories brought to life. SERIES SPONSORS:

ADDITIONAL SUPPORT HAS BEEN GENEROUSLY PROVIDED BY: Cogswell Benevolent Trust; Demoulas Foundation; The Fuller Foundation; Heinemann Publishing; Speedway Children’s Charities

Measured Progress

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HERE & NOW

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

UPCOMING EVENTS FOR MEMBERS BOOK CLUB:

"EXIT WEST" BY MOHSIN HAMID Mon., 3/12 • 6pm • Portwalk Place DIRECTOR'S CLUB:

FRANKLIN OYSTER HOUSE Credit: David J. Murray/ClearEyePhoto.com

Join One of Our Real Life Social Networks Did you know that The Music Hall offers a number of social clubs in addition to shows? “We want to engage with our members and patrons in new ways,” said Alexis Hahalis, Membership Coordinator. “These clubs are a great chance to get to know you better.” From learning about

Wed., 3/14 • 5:30-7pm 148 Fleet Street, Portsmouth, NH Join us at the place for Happy Hour! Sample delicious small bites and try a hand-crafted cocktail made with local and seasonal ingredients as you mix and mingle with other members.

operas, films, and literature, to providing first looks and insider access at Seacoast hotspots across the region, these clubs provide the opportunity meet new people and connect with old friends. If you love our literary series, you’re going to want to check out our Book Club. This club

BOOK CLUB:

"DANCING WITH CUBA" BY ALMA GUILLERMOPRIETO Mon., 4/9 • 6pm • Portwalk Place

meets on the 2nd Monday of every month

DIRECTOR'S CLUB:

at Portwalk Place and is open to members

FARM TO TABLE DINNER AT KENSINGTON FOOD BARN

at the Contributor level and above. The evening starts with socializing and leads into a lively moderated conversation, diving deep into the books everyone is talking about. Are you a film buff with a passion for movie knowledge? Do you like to see iconic movies? If you answered “yes” to either of those questions, then our Film Club is for you! Every six months, we focus on a particular outstanding director, genre, or artist. On the 3rd Tuesday of each month, we show a film and follow it up with a participatory discussion. The current theme is Know The Score! with Chris Curtis, The Music Hall Film and Outreach Manager, as our host and guide as we explore the music in films. The Music Hall Director’s Club invites members at the Patron level and above to join us as we discover different venues on the Seacoast. Enjoy the best restaurants, explore new buildings, and see parts of the Seacoast you might not otherwise experience. A purely social club, it’s a great way to connect with other members and get to know the staff here at The Music Hall. Ever wonder why there is so much fuss around the Opera? Check out our Opera Connections before select Met Broadcasts. Our host, cultural historian/composer Dennis Neil Kleinman, provides engaging, jargon-free introductions to the upcoming show. So if you don’t get opera, or if you want to get it on a whole new level…get connected! Come join us at any or all of these fun clubs and meet, mingle, and relate to your Music Hall

Wed., 4/18 • 6-8:30pm 267 South Rd, Kensington, NH Come enjoy an exclusive Farm to Table dinner experience in the newly renovated and preserved 1800s Food Barn at Eastman's Corner. This innovative five-course meal includes beer, wine, beverages, appetizers, and desserts, all locally-sourced, for only $65/person. Seating is limited so reserve early.

BOOK CLUB:

"EVERYTHING I NEVER TOLD YOU" BY CELESTE NG Mon., 5/14 • 6pm • Portwalk Place To RSVP or for more information on these events, contact Alexis Hahalis 603.766.2176 or AHahalis@themusichall.org DIRECTOR'S CLUB SPONSOR:

community in a new engaging way! Check out the sidebar to see a list of upcoming events. TheMusicHall.org

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ON SCREEN

Film tickets: $12 Adults; $9 Seniors 60+, Students & Military

HISTORIC THEATER See Calendar on page 14 for Show & Tell Discussions

EXTRAORDINARY CINEMA

PRESENTING CINEMA SPONSOR:

EXTRAORDINARY CINEMA SERIES SPONSOR:

I, TONYA

R • 2h • US 3/4 • 4pm; 3/7, 3/8 • 7pm A darkly comedic tale of American figure skater, Tonya Harding, and one of the most sensational scandals in sports history. Though Harding was the first American woman to complete a triple axel in competition, her legacy was forever defined by her association with the infamous attack on fellow Olympic competitor Nancy Kerrigan. Featuring (Oscar nominee) Margot Robbie as the fiery Harding and (Golden Globe winner) Allison Janney as her acid-tongued mother. Nominated for three Oscars.

THE SHAPE OF WATER R

• 2h 3m • US 3/10, 3/13 • 7pm; 3/11 • 4pm From master story-teller, Guillermo del Toro—an other-worldly fairy tale set against the backdrop of Cold War era America circa 1962. In the hidden high-security government laboratory where she works, lonely Elisa (Sally Hawkins) is trapped in a life of isolation. Elisa's life is changed forever when she and co-worker Zelda (Octavia Spencer) discover a secret classified experiment. Rounding out the cast are Michael Shannon, Richard Jenkins, Doug Jones and Michael Stuhlbarg.

Nominated for 13 Oscars, and a favorite from Telluride by the Sea 2017.

DARKEST HOUR

PG13 • 2h 5m • US 3/16, 3/20, 3/21, 3/22 • 7pm During the early days of WWII, with the fall of France imminent, Britain faces its darkest hour as the threat of invasion looms. As the seemingly unstoppable Nazi forces advance, the fate of Western Europe hangs on the leadership of the newlyappointed British Prime Minister Winston Churchill (Oscar nominee Gary Oldman). Directed by Joe Wright (Atonement). Nominated for six Oscars.

THE POST PG13

• 1h 56m • UK 3/23, 3/27, 3/29 • 7pm Steven Spielberg directs this thrilling drama about the unlikely partnership between The Washington Post's Katharine Graham (Meryl Streep), the first female publisher of a major American newspaper, and editor Ben Bradlee (Tom Hanks), as they race to catch up with The New York Times to expose a massive cover-up of government secrets that spanned three decades and four U.S. Presidents.

Nominated for two Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Actress (Meryl Streep).

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ON SCREEN LOFT See Calendar on page 14 for Show & Tell Discussions

Film tickets: $12 Adults; $9 Seniors 60+, Students & Military

EXTRAORDINARY CINEMA

PRESENTING CINEMA SPONSOR:

EXTRAORDINARY CINEMA SERIES SPONSOR:

SCORE: A FILM MUSIC DOCUMENTARY NR

• 1h 33m • US 3/2, 3/3, 3/6 • 7pm What makes a film score unforgettable? Hollywood's elite composers give viewers a privileged look inside the musical challenges and creative secrecy of the world's most international music genre: the film score. The documentary contains interviews with dozens of film composers who discuss their craft and the magic of film music while exploring the making of the most iconic and beloved scores in history.

Can be viewed on its own or as a supplement to the Film Club: Know The Score series.

REBELS ON POINTE NR

• 1h 30m • UK 3/9, 3/14, 3/15 • 7pm Exploring universal themes of identity, dreams, family, loss, and love—this is the first-ever feature documentary celebrating the world famous Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo. The all-male, comic ballet company was founded over 40 years ago on the heels of New York's Stonewall riots and has a diverse cult following around the world. A story which ultimately proves that a ballerina is not only a woman dancing— but an act of rebellion in a tutu.

AMERICAN FOLK PG

• 1h 39m • US 3/23, 3/24, 3/27, 3/29 • 7pm Filmed over 3,500 miles in 14 states, musicians Joe Purdy and Amber Rubarth star as two strangers, both folk musicians, whose fates become intertwined after their plane is grounded in California following the September 11th attacks. Both desperately needing to get back to New York, they embark on a cross-country journey in a 1972 Chevy Van. Along the way, they re-discover the healing nature of music and bear witness to a nation of people who lift each other up in the wake of tragedy.

MET AT THE MUSIC HALL

SERIES SPONSOR: RiverWoods Exeter

MEDIA PARTNERS:

SEMIRAMIDE (ROSSINI)

COSÌ FAN TUTTE (MOZART)

Rossini’s opera, which has not been seen at the Met in 25 years, will be conducted by Maurizio Benini and Angela Meade makes her Met role debut as the title character.

Phelim McDermott returns to the Met, staging Mozart’s comedy; this new production is led by David Robertson.

Sat., March 10 • 1pm • Historic Theater • $29; $15 for 18 & under

Sat., March 31 • 1pm • Historic Theater • $29; $15 for 18 & under

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ON SCREEN

Film tickets: $12 Adults; $9 Seniors 60+, Students & Military PRESENTING CINEMA SPONSOR:

EXTRAORDINARY CINEMA

ONE NIGHT ONLY See Calendar on page 14 for Show & Tell Discussions

INNOVATION + LEADERSHIP ON SCREEN SERIES SPONSOR:

SERIES SPONSOR: Peterson Engineering PRESENTING SPONSOR: MEDIA PARTNERS: NH Gazette; RAM Printing EVENING SPONSOR: Allergy Associates of New Hampshire

OSCAR SHORTS: DOCUMENTARY

BILL NYE: SCIENCE GUY

A yearly treat to see each of the Oscar Nominated Short Films prior to the awards presentation (which is on Sunday, March 4 this year)!

Bill Nye is retiring his kid show act to become more like his late professor, astronomer Carl Sagan, but he is pulled away when he is challenged by evolution and climate change contrarians to defend the scientific consensus.

Thu., March 1 • 1pm • Loft • $12

NAT'L THEATRE OF LONDON HD BROADCAST

NR • 1h 41m • US

Fri., March 2 • 7pm • Historic Theater • $12

SERIES SPONSORS:

CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF

Sun., March 4 • 1pm • Loft • $19; $15 for 18 & under Following his smash hit production of A Streetcar Named Desire, Benedict Andrews’ ‘thrilling revival’ (NYT) stars Sienna Miller alongside Jack O’Connell and Colm Meaney.

NAT'L THEATRE OF LONDON HD BROADCAST

SERIES SPONSORS:

HAMLET (ENCORE)

Sun., March 18 • 1pm • Historic Theater • $19; $15 for 18 & under The original 2015 NT Live broadcast returns to cinemas. Academy Award® nominee Benedict Cumberbatch (BBC’s Sherlock, The Imitation Game) takes on the title role of Shakespeare’s great tragedy. 10 NOW 603.436.2400

FILM CLUB

DODES'KA-DEN

NR • 2h 20m • Japan • Subtitles Director: Akira Kurosawa; Composer: Toru Takemitsu Tue., March 20 • 7pm • Loft • Individual Ticket: $15 Oscar-nominated for Best Foreign Film in 1972, Kurosawa’s first film in color. When the offer to score the film came along, composer Toru Takemitsu was already established as a well thought of member of the musical avant-garde, and had also written dozens of other film scores.

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OUR COMMUNITY Sharing Stories and Song Students from Arts in Reach, an organization empowering teenage girls through mentoring and the arts, met the performers of the Garifuna Collective and Umalali prior to their performance at the Loft on January 19. The two groups enjoyed a cultural exchange that concluded with the girls on the stage, singing a Garifuna song.

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

Creating a Healthy Community The Banff Mountain Film Festival comes to the Historic Theater for two nights this month on Wednesday, March 14 and Thursday, March 15. A unique, exhilarating, and provocative exploration of the mountain world, the films take you to some of the world’s most captivating and breathtaking mountain environments. This popular festival has called our theater home for the last two decades and has served as a fundraiser for one of our longest community partners, Goodwin Community Health. While a popular festival is a lot to celebrate, Goodwin is also celebrating a merger with another community partner of ours, Families First Health and Support Center, which took place in January. The two organizations are now under the legal name of Greater Seacoast Community Health and will continue to operate with their current names. “We love our long term partnerships with Goodwin and Families First,” said Music Hall Director of Institutional Advancement, Gail Van Hoy Carolan. “Their mission to make first class healthcare accessible to everyone complements our mission to ensure that the best of arts and culture is accessible to all. Welcoming Goodwin back to our Historic Theater for their biggest fundraiser of the year is a real honor for us.” “Over the last two decades we have been fortunate to partner with The Music Hall to blend arts and the environment while presenting a healthy lifestyle message to our audience. We’ve introduced our organization and mission to thousands of people over the last 23 year. All proceeds raised help Goodwin and Families First provide quality medical, dental, prenatal, and behavioral health care to uninsured and under-insured residents of the seacoast. The merger allows us to help shape the future of health care delivery in our region and to increase access to much needed care for our patients,” said Greater Seacoast Community Health CEO Janet Laatsch. Make sure to get your tickets for Banff in advance, before they sell out.

SAVE - 27th Annual Kitchen Tour SaveTHE theDATE Date!

27 ANNUAL KITCHEN TOUR

Sat.,TH May 12 • 10am - 4pm • $25; $27; $30 day of tour

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 neighborhood, This year, we return to Portsmouth’s walking-friendly Little Harbour SPONSOR: Sat., brand May 12 • 10am-4pm • Portsmouth, NH with new state of the art dream kitchens of all shapes, sizes and styles.

This year, we return to Portsmouth’s walking-friendly Little Harbour neighborhood, with brand new state of the art dream kitchens of all shapes, sizes and styles.

Credit: Sydney Bilodeau

This engagement of The Garifuna Collective featuring Umalali was made possible through Southern Exposure: Performing Arts of Latin America, a program of Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts.

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Photo: GregWestPhotography.com

PARTNER PROFILE Cheers to your next chapter! Last month when we first heard the news that Smuttynose was up for sale, we were surprised. Our thoughts went immediately to our long-time friends and supporters, Peter Egelston and Joanne Francis. As we reflected back on the partnership we’ve had with Peter and Joanne, we were struck by how impactful and pervasive it has been. Many people know that we have proudly poured Smuttynose at both theaters for almost two decades, but that is just the start of our relationship. Peter and Joanne have stepped up each and every time we needed a friend. Joanne has been a member of our board, helping us revitalize the Historic Theater. Together they have supported our mission, sponsored parties, and advocated for us. It wouldn’t be a Music Hall playbill without the Portsmouth Brewery on the back, an image we look forward to seeing each year. Most importantly, Peter and Joanne have been our cheerleaders and true community partners through the good times and the not so great times. Their influence is seen in so much of what we do and we are better for having them in our corner. We are just one of the many organizations that have flourished because of Peter and Joanne. Peter and Joanne, collaborating with you is a master class in community engagement and it has been a pleasure for all of us. While we’re sad to see this chapter ending for you, we join the chorus of voices that are excited to see what you’ll do next. We’ll be right there with you to be your cheerleaders when you do it. Cheers to you, Peter and Joanne! Patricia Lynch On Behalf of The Music Hall Staff and Board of Directors

proud supporters of the Music hall

bringing the arts home...

The ArTs Are The Answer to vibrant and prosperous communities where we treasure our heritage, celebrate our diversity and nurture our ingenuity.

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MARCH 2018

At the Historic Theater At the Loft

Show & Tell discussion follows the film

SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

MARCH 1

Movie

First Saturday

Movie

Broadcast

Exhibition On Screen: Cézanne 1pm

NO FILM TONIGHT

Movie

Historic Tour 5:30pm Movie Call Me By Your Movie Name 7pm Call Me By Your Name 7pm Movie

Call Me By Your Name 4pm

Oscar Shorts: Animated 7pm

Movie

Oscar Shorts: Documentary 7pm

Movie

Oscar Shorts: Live Action 7pm

Bill Nye: Science Guy 7pm Score: A Film Music Documentary 7pm

SATURDAY

B2W Box Office opens at 10am for member walk-up

Score: A Film Music Documentary 7pm Comedy

Weird Al 8pm

Broadcast

NO FILM TONIGHT

Movie

Broadcast

Literary

Music

Movie

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof 1pm Movie

Score: A Film Music Documentary 7pm

I, Tonya 7pm

Music

I, Tonya 4pm

Andrew Bird 7:30pm

I, Tonya 7pm

Geneen Roth 7pm

Rebels On Pointe 7pm

Semiramide (Rossini) 1pm

An Acoustic Evening The Shape of Water 7pm with Lyle Lovett & Shawn Colvin 8pm (Sold Out) Music Jesse Terry 8pm

Movie

NO FILM TONIGHT

Movie

Director Club Franklin Oyster House 5:30pm

Rental

Movie

Rental

Movie

Rental

Movie

Rental Partner

Movie

Literary

Movie

The Shape of Water 4pm

Book Club Portwalk Place 6pm

The Shape of Water 7pm Literary

Walter Mosley 7pm

Rental

BANFF Mountain Film Festival 2018 7pm

BANFF Mountain Film Festival 2018 7pm Rebels On Pointe 7pm

Darkest Hour 7pm

PMAC Jazz Night 7pm & 9pm

Saint Patrick’s Comedy Gala 8pm

Movie

Rebels On Pointe 7pm

18 Broadcast

Hamlet (Encore) 1pm

NO FILM TONIGHT

Education

Rental

NH Jewish Film Festival 1pm & 3:30pm

Dragons Love Tacos and Other Story Books 9:30am & 11:30am (Sold Out)

21 Movie

Darkest Hour 7pm

Colm Tóibín 7pm

Movie

Darkest Hour 7pm

NO FILM TONIGHT

Historic Tour 5:30pm

Ports. Symphony Orchestra: Spring Concert 3pm

Movie

The Moth Mainstage 8pm (Sold Out)

Movie

Literary

Broadcast

The Post 7pm

Movie

The Post 7pm

Talks

American Folk 7pm

Dodes'ka-den 7pm

The Post 7pm

American Folk 7pm

Movie

Rental

Creative Mornings PKX 8:30am

Anna Quindlen 7pm

Così Fan Tutte (Mozart) 1pm

Movie

American Folk 7pm

American Folk 7pm B2W Box Office at the Historic Theater: 28 Chestnut Street The Loft: 131 Congress Street Hours: Monday - Saturday, noon - 6pm Film tickets: $12 Adults; $9 Seniors 60+, Students, Military/Veterans/First Responders 14 NOW 603.436.2400

AT A GLANCE

B2W BOX OFFICE @ THE HISTORIC THEATER: 28 Chestnut Street

At the Historic Theater At the Loft

MARCH 2018

APRIL 2018

Innovation + Leadership On Screen

The Music Hall Presents

Live at the Loft

Friday, March 2 • 7pm

Saturday, March 24 • 8pm

Sunday, April 15 • 7pm

Bill Nye: Science Guy Hilarity

Weird Al: The Ridiculously Self-Indulgent Ill-Advised Vanity Tour (Sold Out) Saturday, March 3 • 8pm

National Theatre of London HD Broadcast

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof

Sunday, March 4 • 1pm Intimately Yours

Andrew Bird

Tuesday, March 6 • 7:30pm Innovation + Leadership

Geneen Roth

Thursday, March 8 • 7pm Intimately Yours

The Moth Mainstage (Sold Out)

Kim Richey

Rental Partner

Film Club

Sunday, March 25 • 3pm

Tuesday, April 17 • 7pm

Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra: Spring Concert Writers in the Loft

Anna Quindlen

Friday, March 30 • 7pm Met at the Music Hall

Così Fan Tutte (Mozart)

Saturday, March 31 • 1pm

APRIL 2018 School Days Series

A Fistful of Dollars Rental Partner

PKX Creative Mornings

Friday, April 20 • 8:30am Rental Partner

Southeast Land Trust presents Wild & Scenic Film Festival Friday, April 20 • 7pm Met at the Music Hall

Cendrillon (Massenet)

Saturday, April 28 • 1pm

Clementine

Live at the Loft

Friday, March 9 • 8pm

Innovation + Leadership On Screen

Saturday, April 28 • 8pm

Met at the Music Hall

Tuesday, April 3 • 7pm

An Acoustic Evening with Lyle Lovett & Shawn Colvin (Sold Out) Semiramide (Rossini)

Tuesday, April 3 • 9:30am & 11:30am

The Last Crop

Saturday, March 10 • 1pm

Hilarity

Live at the Loft

Thursday, April 5 • 7:30pm

Jesse Terry

Joe DeRosa

Chris Trapper (Solo)

MAY 2018 Live at the Loft

The Blue Ribbons feat. Dietrich Strause

Saturday, March 10 • 8pm

Writers in the Loft

Saturday, May 5 • 8pm

Writers in the Loft

Friday, April 6 • 7pm

The Fourth "R" - Rhythm! With the Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra

Walter Mosley

Tuesday, March 13 • 7pm Rental Partner

BANFF Mountain Film Festival

Wed., March 14 & Thu., March 15 • 7pm Rental Partner

PMAC Jazz Night 2018: East Coast/West Coast Friday, March 16 & 17 • 7pm & 9pm Rental Partner

Cuzin Richard Entertainment Associates & Boston Comedy Festival presents: Saint Patrick's Comedy Gala Saturday, March 17 • 8pm

National Theatre of London HD Broadcast

Hamlet (Encore)

Sunday, March 18 • 1pm Rental Partner

Jewish Federation of NH presents The 10th Annual NH Jewish Film Festival Sunday, March 18 • 1pm & 3:30pm School Days Series

Dragons Love Tacos and Other Story Books (Sold Out) Tuesday, March 20 • 9:30am & 11:30am Film Club

Dodes'ka-den

Tuesday, March 20 • 7pm Writers in the Loft

Colm Tóibín

Thursday, March 22 • 7pm Rental Partner

PKX Creative Mornings

Friday, March 23 • 8:30am

C.J. Box

Rental Partner

Big Brothers Big Sisters of New Hampshire presents Learning to Fly, A Tribute to Tom Petty Saturday, April 7 • 8pm Live at the Loft

New Breed Brass Band

Saturday, April 7 • 8pm National Theatre of London HD Broadcast

Julius Caesar

Sunday, April 8 • 1pm Writers on a New England Stage

Katy Tur

Sunday, April 8 • 4pm Wildcard

NY Cat Film Festival

Friday, April 13 • 7pm Live at the Loft

Bobby Long

Friday, April 13 • 8pm Opera Connection

Luisa Miller (Verdi)

Saturday, April 14 • 11am Met at the Music Hall

Luisa Miller (Verdi)

Saturday, April 14 • 12:30pm Wildcard

NY Dog Film Festival

Saturday, April 14 • 7pm

School Days Series

Tuesday, May 8 • 10am & 12:30pm Writers in the Loft

Richard Russo

Wednesday, May 9 • 7pm Live at the Loft

The Low Anthem

Thursday, May 10 • 8pm

27th Annual Kitchen Tour

Saturday, May 12 • 10am-4pm Hilarity

Brian Regan

Saturday, May 12 • 7pm & 9:30pm Intimately Yours

Josh Ritter

Sunday, May 13 • 7pm School Days Series

Curious George: The Golden Meatball

Tuesday, May 15 • 9:30am & 11:30am Film Club

King Kong

Tuesday, May 15 • 7pm Rental Partner

PKX Creative Mornings

Friday, May 18 • 8:30am

For more May listings, visit TheMusicHall.org

Rental Partner

Corpus Christi Men’s Ministry presents: Paul Stutzman Alive at the Loft Saturday, April 14 • 2pm & 8pm

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Friends of The Music Hall 28 Chestnut Street Portsmouth, NH 03801 VOLUME 6, ISSUE 3

STAFF PICKS

JESSE TERRY March 10

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Extraordinary Cinema

THE SHAPE OF WATER MARCH 2018

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