August/September 2023 Magazine

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TALKS NAPOLEON DYNAMITE

LIVE!

Wed., October 4 • 7pm

Historic Theater

This unique evening includes a full screening of Napoleon Dynamite followed by a lively discussion with cast members Jon Heder, Efren Ramirez, and Jon Gries.

MUSIC MANDY PATINKIN IN CONCERT: BEING ALIVE

Sat., October 7 • 8pm

Historic Theater

Emmy and Tony Award-winning Mandy Patinkin takes you on a dazzling musical journey you’ll never forget.

TALKS A LIVE CONVERSATION WITH JOHN CUSACK

Sat., October 21 • 8pm

Historic Theater

Join us for a screening of Say Anything, followed by a live conversation with John Cusack.

COMEDY

MICHAEL CARBONARO: LIES ON STAGE

Fri., October 6 • 7:30pm

Historic Theater

An unmatched blend of humor and inventive illusions to amaze audiences of all ages.

CINEMA NEW HAMPSHIRE FILM FESTIVAL

Thu., Oct. 12 - Sun., Oct. 15

Historic Theater

For 72 hours, the New Hampshire Film Festival showcases the brightest talent on the international film festival scene and the best in independent cinema.

MUSIC LYLE LOVETT AND JOHN HIATT TOGETHER ON STAGE

Tue., October 17 • 7pm • Historic Theater

Two of America’s premier singer-songwriters join forces for an acoustic evening backed by nothing but their superb voices, first-rate guitar playing, and charming reminiscences.

MUSIC THE RIGHTEOUS BROTHERS

Tue., November 7 • 7pm

Historic Theater

The blue-eyed soul pioneers, The Righteous Brothers are back!

GENRE: COUNTRY/FOLK

GENRE: R&B

AT THE HISTORIC THEATER

Take a night off with Pinky Patel!

COMEDY SERIES SPONSORS:

PINKY PATEL: NEW CROWN, WHO DHIS

Thu., September 21 • 7:30pm • Historic Theater

Originally from Illinois, Pinky Patel is a PTA mom turned creator, comedian, and personality with a fan base of over five million.

She is best known for her hilarious commentary and viral videos from her glam cave that have garnered over 89 million likes on TikTok.

Recommended for ages 18+

WRITERS ON A NEW ENGLAND STAGE

Tickets are going fast!

PRESENTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH:

PRESENTING SPONSOR:

MEDIA PARTNER:

CHUCK PALAHNIUK

Tue., September 12

• 7pm • Historic Theater

From the bestselling author of Fight Club comes a hilarious horror satire about a family of professional killers responsible for the most atrocious events in history and the brothers set to take over.

HEATHER COX RICHARDSON

Fri., September 29

• 7pm • Historic Theater

From the historian and author of Letters from an American comes a vital narrative that explains how America now teeters on the brink of autocracy—and how we can turn back.

MUSIC AT THE HISTORIC THEATER

Legendary acts in an intimate venue

MUSIC SERIES

Discover new artists with our Spotify Playlists!

SPONSORS: FORD HYUND AI

HAMP TO N HAMPT ON

MARGO PRICE - ‘TIL THE WHEELS FALL OFF TOUR

Mon., August 7 • 7:30pm • Historic Theater

Touring behind her fourth album Strays, Margo delivers blistering rock ‘n’ roll.

RYAN ADAMS & THE CARDINALS

Tue., August 8 & Wed., August 9 • 8pm

Historic Theater

Often praised for their unique blend of Americana, folk, and rock, Ryan Adams & The Cardinals’s live performances have been remembered by nostalgic fans for their energy and intensity.

EVENING SPONSOR: Eastern Bank

ACE FREHLEY (OF KISS)

Thu., August 24 • 7:30pm • Historic Theater

The legendary Ace Frehley brings his rock ’n’ roll swagger to the Historic Theater.

EVENING SPONSOR: Northeast Delta Dental

ARRIVAL FROM SWEDEN

Fri., August 11 • 8pm • Historic Theater

Relive the sound, look, and joyful celebration of ABBA, down to the crystalline harmonies and original outrageous costumes.

GODSPEED YOU! BLACK EMPEROR

Mon., September 11 • 8pm • Historic Theater

Godspeed You! Black Emperor has redefined what protest music can be, where longform instrumental chamber rock compositions of immense feeling and power serve as soundtracks to late capitalist alienation and resistance.

GENRE: EXPERIMENTAL ROCK

GENRE: POP

GENRE: COUNTRY

GENRE: ALT-COUNTRY, ROCK

GENRE: CLASSIC ROCK

MUSIC AT THE HISTORIC THEATER

Don’t miss these world-class artists

MUSIC SERIES

SPONSORS:

Discover new artists with our Spotify Playlists!

LOS LOBOS: 50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR

Wed., September 13 • 7pm • Historic Theater

Los Lobos has sold millions of records, won prestigious awards, and made fans around the world with music that embodies the idea of America as a cultural melting pot.

EVENING SPONSOR: Avery Insurance

KILLER QUEEN A TRIBUTE TO QUEEN

Tue., September 19 • 7pm • Historic Theater

Killer Queen is the longest-established tribute band to Freddie Mercury and Queen.

EVENING SPONSORS:

Troiano Wealth Advisory Group, UNH Conferences & Catering

YO-YO MA PLAYS ELGAR WITH GREAT BAY PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA

Wed., September 20 • 7:30pm • Historic Theater

Internationally revered cellist Yo-Yo Ma joins Great Bay Philharmonic Orchestra for an evening of transformative music.

EVENING SPONSOR: Carpe Diem Coffee Roasting Company

AN EVENING WITH ANGELINA JORDAN

Fri., September 22 • 8pm • Historic Theater

The world-renowned singer and artist with over four billion views on YouTube shines in Portsmouth for an exclusive and rare appearance in the US.

EVENING SPONSOR: Avery Insurance

GENRE: POP

GENRE: CLASSIC ROCK

GENRE: CLASSICAL

GENRE: LATIN ROCK

MUSIC AT THE HISTORIC THEATER

There’s a show for everyone’s musical tastes

SPONSORS:

Discover new artists with our Spotify Playlists!

MIKE CAMPBELL & THE DIRTY KNOBS

Sat., September 23

• 8pm • Historic Theater

The co-founder of the Heartbreakers and lead guitarist for the greats rocks the Hall!

AN EVENING WITH OTEIL & FRIENDS

Sun., September 24 • 8pm • Historic Theater

Two-time Grammy-winning bassist Oteil Burbridge has been touring and recording for over three decades.

HOT TUNA ELECTRIC

Mon., September 25 • 7pm • Historic Theater

For over 50 years, the Grammy-winning Hot Tuna remains one of the most innovative rock ‘n’ roll bands in American music.

BEN FOLDS: WHAT MATTERS MOST TOUR

Wed., September 27 • 7:30pm

• Historic Theater

The ambitious and versatile songwriter tours behind his first studio release in eight years.

EVENING SPONSOR: Eastern Bank

DREW HOLCOMB

&

THE NEIGHBORS

FIND YOUR PEOPLE TOUR

Sat., September 30 • 8pm • Historic Theater

For the better part of two decades, the award-winning songwriter has turned his shows into celebrations of community, collaboration, and contemporary American roots music.

GENRE: COUNTRY/AMERICANA

GENRE: BLUES/ROCK GENRE: JAM/ROCK GENRE: CLASSIC ROCK

GENRE: ROCK/POP

One of the most beloved musicals of all time, The Sound of Music is coming to The Music Hall stage for a limited time this holiday season. Featuring such gems as “My Favorite Things,” “Edelweiss,” “Do-Re-Mi,” and the iconic “The Sound of Music,” it’s a heartwarming tale of love, family, and the resilience of the human spirit.

FILM FESTIVALS

GROUPS SAVE BIG Groups of 10+ can get additional discounts on tickets! For more information, please contact Lynn Smith @ 603.988.0033 groupsales@themusichall.org

PRESENTING HOLIDAY SPONSOR:

MEDIA PARTNER:

TELLURIDE BY THE SEA FILM FESTIVAL 2023

Fri., September 15 - Sun., September 17 • Historic Theater

Our annual festival with movies fresh from their debuts at Colorado’s Telluride Film Festival.

WEEKEND SPONSOR:

NEW HAMPSHIRE FILM FESTIVAL

Thu., October 12 - Sun., October 15 • Various Locations

Showcasing the best in international independent cinema, the New Hampshire Film Festival is an inspiring four-day celebration with the brightest talent on the scene.

MUSIC AT THE LOUNGE

Discover up-and-coming artists and seasoned pros

PRESENTING SPONSOR: MEDIA PARTNER:

ERICK BAKER

Fri., August 4 • 8pm • The Lounge

Erick Baker performs country soul with passion and unguarded emotional energy.

TODD HEARON & OLD HAT STRINGBAND

Sat., August 5 • 8pm • The Lounge

Join the award-winning poet and songwriter for a Portsmouth showcase of his new album.

MADDIE POPPE

Discover new artists with our Spotify Playlists!

PAUL HODES & THE BLUE BUDDHA BAND

Fri., August 11

• 8pm

• The Lounge

The band’s original sound fuses retro-rock, folk, and roots into a powerful blend.

SHARON JONES

Sat., August 12 • 8pm • The Lounge

Sharon Jones will pay tribute to worldrenowned vocalists, Nina Simone and Shirley Basey. Both performers had enormous careers, gaining respect worldwide.

Mon., August 7 • 6pm & 8:30pm

The Lounge

The 25-year-old American Idol winner is a powerhouse Americana artist.

SAM ROBBINS & JESSE TERRY

Thu., August 17 • 7:30pm • The Lounge

Don’t miss these two talented Nashville-based singer-songwriters.

GENRE: FOLK/AMERICANA

GENRE: BLUES/R&B GENRE: FOLK-ROCK

GENRE: COUNTRY

GENRE: FOLK GENRE: POP

MUSIC AT THE LOUNGE

Local legends and Music Hall favorites

PRESENTING SPONSOR: MEDIA PARTNER:

AN EVENING WITH NAT ZEGREE

Thu., August 24 • 6pm & 8:30pm

The Lounge

A Music Hall favorite, Nat Zegree returns to The Lounge following his high-energy performance in Million Dollar Quartet with an energetic musical show of his own.

SETH GLIER

Thu., August 31 • 8pm The Lounge

An acclaimed singer-songwriter and multiinstrumentalist, Glier is the winner of five Independent Music Awards.

GUY DAVIS

Fri., September 8

• 8pm

• The Lounge

Grammy-nominated Guy Davis blends the blues with roots, folk, rock, and rap for earthy musical storytelling.

AN INTIMATE EVENING WITH NOLAN TAYLOR

Sun., September 10

• 7pm

• The Lounge

The Cincinnati-based singer-songwriter has a deeply emotional sound and contagious energy.

Discover new artists with our Spotify Playlists!

LUCY WAINWRIGHT ROCHE & SUZZY ROCHE

Wed., Sep. 6 & Thu., Sep. 7 • 7pm The Lounge

The mother/daughter show is a fun-filled evening of smart, thoughtful songs of familial harmonies.

JILL SOBULE

Thu., September 14 • 7pm • The Lounge

The folk-pop artist’s hits include “I Kissed A Girl” and the alt-rock anthem from Clueless, “Supermodel.”

GENRE: FOLK/POP

GENRE: COUNTRY/FOLK GENRE: BLUES

GENRE: POP/BROADWAY

GENRE: FOLK GENRE: FOLK/POP

MUSIC AT THE LOUNGE

Don’t miss these incredible singer-songwriters

PRESENTING SPONSOR:

MEDIA PARTNER:

AMY SPEACE

Sat., September 16 • 8pm • The Lounge

Speace is one of contemporary folk and Americana music’s leading voices.

MAY ERLEWINE

Mon., September 25 • 7pm • The Lounge

One of the Midwest’s most prolific and passionate Americana songwriters.

TALKS AT THE LOUNGE

Engaging community events in our intimate venue.

MEDIA PARTNER:

Discover new artists with our Spotify Playlists!

CREATIVEMORNINGS PKX

Fri., August 25 & Fri., September 22

• 9am • The Lounge

Join us at CreativeMornings PKX in person! It’s the only creative breakfast lecture series that you’ll need on a Friday morning!

JONATHA BROOKE

Sun., Oct. 1 • 5:30pm & 8pm • The Lounge

With an edgy roots-rock sensibility, Jonatha Brooke has been making music for decades.

A MURDER MYSTERY EVENING WITH PORTSMOUTH HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Sat., September 23 • 7pm

• The Lounge

Inspired by historic murders on Smuttynose Island in 1873, this interactive evening will invite one and all to try to solve one of Portsmouth’s most infamous crimes.

GENRE: AMERICANA

GENRE: FOLK/POP

GENRE: FOLK/POP

COMEDY AT THE LOUNGE

Comedians from around the world, here in Portsmouth

PRESENTING SPONSOR:

MEDIA PARTNER:

JEN KOBER

Sun., August 27 • 8pm • The Lounge

Jen Kober presents her original blend of stand-up, storytelling, and improvised rock ‘n’ roll comedy.

NICK CALLAS

Sat., September 2 • 8:30pm • The Lounge

The NYC Comedy Cellar regular opens for SNL’s Colin Jost on tour.

LITERARY AT THE LOUNGE

The latest books from two beloved Maine authors

MEDIA PARTNER:

BASSEM YOUSSEF

Fri., September 29 • 6pm & 8:30pm

Sat., September 30 • 6pm & 9pm

Cardiac surgeon-turned-comedian Bassem Youssef was dubbed the Jon Stewart of the Arab world.

RICHARD RUSSO

Tue., August 8

• 7pm

• The Lounge

The Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Empire Falls returns to the characters that captured the hearts and imaginations of millions of readers in his beloved bestsellers Nobody’s Fool and Everybody’s Fool

PAUL DOIRON

Tue., August 22

• 7pm • The Lounge

Game Warden Mike Bowditch’s engagement party is interrupted by the discovery of a gruesome double murder in this new thriller from award-winning Maine author Paul Doiron.

CINEMA AT THE HISTORIC THEATER

Independent & Major Studio Films on the Big Screen Schedule

NT LIVETHE CRUCIBLE

Tue., 8/1 • 7pm

A witch hunt is beginning in Arthur Miller’s captivating parable of power.

THE METAKHNATEN

Sun., 8/6 • 1pm

The 2019 production of Philip Glass’s mesmerizing modern masterpiece. (Summer Encore)

OLDBOY

Wed., 8/16 • 7pm

Fri., 8/18 • 7pm

Celebrating the 20th anniversary of Park Chan-Wook’s cinematic masterpiece, restored and remastered.

BOOK CLUB: THE NEXT CHAPTER

Wed., 8/ 23 • 7pm

Sat., 8/26 • 4pm

Sun., 8/27 • 4:30pm

Four best friends take their book club to Italy for an epic girls trip.

BLUE JEAN

Tue., 8/29 • 7pm

Thu., 8/31 • 7pm

In Thatcher-era

England, a gym teacher must keep a secret when a new student starts at her school.

NT LIVE - GOOD

Tue., 9/5 • 7pm

A good, intelligent German professor finds himself pulled into a movement with unthinkable consequences.

THE MIRACLE CLUB

Thu., 8/3 • 7pm Sat., 8/5 • 4pm Sun., 8/6 • 4:30pm

Three friends from Dublin dream to win a pilgrimage to Lourdes.

DALILAND

Thu., 8/10 • 7pm Sat., 8/12 • 4pm

A young assistant keen to make his name in the art world, helps the eccentric Salvador Dalí prepare for a show.

PAST LIVES

Thu., 8/17 • 7pm

Sun., 8/20 • 4:30pm

Tue., 8/22 • 7pm

Two childhood friends are reunited 20 years later in New York for one fateful week.

NO MAN’S LAND

Sat., 8/26 • 7pm

A short film festival celebrating the full scope of female athletes and adventurers.

HAVE YOU GOT IT YET?

Fri., 9/1, Sat., 9/2, & Thu., 9/7 • 7pm

The band-supported doc. lifts the lid on Pink Floyd and founding member Syd Barrett.

RISE

Wed., 9/6 • 7pm

Sun., 9/10 • 4:30pm

A young ballet dancer suffers a career threatening injury and finds new work and new friends.

HOW TO BLOW UP A PIPELINE

Fri., 8/4 • 7pm

Sat., 8/5 • 7pm

Young environmental activists execute a daring mission to sabotage an oil pipeline.

BIRTH OF THE ENDLESS SUMMER

Sat., 8/12 • 7pm

Californian surf pioneer Dick Metz retraces the steps of his original journey.

THE METIL TROVATORE

Sun., 8/20 • 1pm

Marco Armiliato conducts this gripping Met performance from 2011. (Summer Encore)

SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE

Sun., 8/27 • 1pm

Summer is ending. School is closing. So, KIDS ARE FREE!

THE METIL BARBIERE DI SIVIGLIA

Sat., 9/2 • 1pm

The 2014 Met production of Rossini’s madcap comedy. (Summer Encore)

THE METEUGENE ONEGIN

Sun., 9/10 • 1pm

Renée Fleming and Dmitri Hvorostovsky come together for this performance from 2007. (Summer Encore)

CINEMA SPONSOR:

subject to change. Updates on TheMusicHall.org/Cinema.

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT

A Resort Collection with a New Storied Retreat Becomes a Sponsor

Opal Collection is known as a premier assortment of luxury hotels and resorts located in coveted destinations along the East Coast, from Bar Harbor, Maine to Key West, Florida. In March of 2023, that collection got grander with the addition of Wentworth by the Sea, a storied, Gilded-Age retreat nestled on a seaside bluff in New Castle.

Opal is also a company that specializes in helping guests to truly immerse themselves in the culture of the destinations where their resorts reside to make memories that outlast any short-lived getaway. That’s why they’ve become one of our valued sponsors: They recognize The Music Hall is a core part of the Portsmouth cultural experience and one they want to share with guests of their historic hotel.

The feeling is certainly mutual. In fact, you could think of Wentworth by the Sea (built in 1874) as something of an older sister to our Historic Theater (built in 1878) – both were owned by Frank Jones for a short time. So, from one Grande Dame to another, we are proud to welcome Wentworth by the Sea and Opal Collection to The Music Hall sponsor family.

Learn more about Opal Collection at opalcollection.com and Wentworth by the Sea at opalcollection.com/wentworth or visit their dedicated travel blog at opalcollection.com/blog/ Visit TheMusicHall.org to read about all our Corporate Partners.

bringing the arts home...

UPCOMING MEMBER EVENTS

DIRECTOR’S CLUB

CHEESE LOUISE

Tue., Aug. 8 • 5pm

76 Congress St., Portsmouth

THE HEARTH

Tue., Sep. 13 • 5:30pm

60 Penhallow St., Portsmouth

BOOK CLUB

Portwalk Place, Portsmouth

BEING MORTAL

by Atul Gawande moderated by Rick Miller

Mon., Sep. 18 • 6pm

For more info, contact Emily Moore at EMoore@themusichall.org

BOOK CLUB SPONSOR: Sheehan Phinney

proud supporters of t he Music h all

The Ar T s A re T he A nswer to vibrant and prosperous communities where we treasure our heritage, celebrate our diversity and nurture our ingenuity.

AT A GLANCE

LEGEND: At The Historic Theater | At The Lounge | Offsite/Online

AUGUST 2023

Music

Erick Baker

Fri., August 4 • 8pm

Music

Todd Hearon & Old Hat Stringband

Sat., August 5 • 8pm

Music

Maddie Poppe

Mon., August 7 • 6pm & 8:30pm

Music

Margo Price - ‘Til the Wheels Fall Off Tour

Mon., August 7 • 7:30pm

Literary Richard Russo

Tue., August 8 • 7pm

Music

Ryan Adams & The Cardinals

Tue., August 8 & Wed., August 9 • 8pm

Music

Paul Hodes & The Blue Buddha Band

Fri., August 11 • 8pm

Music

Arrival from Sweden: ABBA Tribute

Fri., August 11 • 8pm

Music

Sharon Jones

Sat., August 12 • 8pm

Music

Sam Robbins & Jesse Terry

Thu., August 17 • 7:30pm

Live Under the Arch

Buffalo Nichols

Sat., August 19 • 8pm

Literary

Paul Doiron

Tue., August 22 • 7pm

Music

An Evening with Nat Zegree

Thu., August 24 • 6pm & 8:30pm

Music

Ace Frehley

Thu., August 24 • 7:30pm

Comedy

Jen Kober

Sun., August 27 • 8pm

Music

Seth Glier

Thu., August 31 • 8pm

CINEMA COMING SOON!

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Schedule subject to change. Check TheMusicHall.org for updates.

SEPTEMBER 2023

Comedy

Nick Callas

Sat., September 2 • 8:30pm

Live Under the Arch

An Evening with The Righteous Babes

Sun., September 3 • 8pm

Music

Lucy Wainwright Roche & Suzzy Roche

Wed., September 6 & Thu., September 7 • 7pm

Music

Guy Davis

Fri., September 8 • 8pm

Music

An Intimate Evening with Nolan Taylor

Sun., September 10 • 7pm

Music

Godspeed You! Black Emperor

Mon., September 11 • 8pm

Literary

Chuck Palahniuk

Tue., September 12 • 7pm

Music

Los Lobos: 50th Anniversary Tour

Wed., September 13 • 7pm

Music

Jill Sobule

Thu., September 14 • 7pm

Cinema

Telluride by the Sea Film Festival 2023

Fri., Sept. 15 - Sun., Sept. 17

Music

Amy Speace

Sat., September 16 • 8pm

Music

Killer Queen − A Tribute to Queen

Tue., September 19 • 7pm

Music

Yo-Yo Ma Plays Elgar with GBPO

Wed., September 20 • 7:30pm

Comedy

Pinky Patel: New Crown, Who Dhis

Thu., September 21 • 7:30pm

Music

An Evening with Angelina Jordan

Fri., September 22 • 8pm

Talks

A Murder Mystery Evening

Sat., September 23 • 7pm

Music

Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs

Sat., September 23 • 8pm

Music

An Evening with Oteil & Friends

Sun., September 24 • 8pm

SEPTEMBER 2023 CONT...

Music

Hot Tuna Electric

Mon., September 25 • 7pm

Music

May Erlewine

Mon., September 25 • 7pm

Music

Ben Folds: What Matters Most Tour

Wed., September 27 • 7:30pm

Comedy Bassem Youssef

Fri., September 29 • 6pm & 8:30pm

Sat., September 30 • 6pm & 9pm

Literary Heather Cox Richardson

Fri., September 29 • 7pm

Music

Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors

Sat., September 30 • 8pm

OCTOBER 2023

Music

Jonatha Brooke

Sun., October 1 • 5:30pm & 8pm

Talks

Napoleon Dynamite Live!

Wed., October 4 • 7pm

Music

Amythyst Kiah

Wed., October 4 • 8:30pm

School Days Series

Mister C Live - World in Motion (Newton’s Laws)

Thu., October 5 • 9:30am & 11:30am

Music

An Evening with Mark Erelli

Thu., October 5 • 7:30pm

Comedy

Michael Carbonaro: Lies on Stage

Fri., October 6 • 7:30pm

Music

Caitlin Canty

Fri., October 6 • 8pm

Music

Mandy Patinkin in Concert: Being Alive

Sat., October 7 • 8pm

Dance

Lady Luck Burlesque

Sat., October 7 • 8:30pm

Music

Lilli Lewis

Sun., October 8 • 7pm

Music

Shamarr Allen

Tue., October 10 • 7pm

LEAD