Events
Catherine Newman
The acclaimed bestselling author of Sandwich is back with a wonderful novel, full of laughter and heart, about marriage, family, and what happens when life doesn’t go as planned. Evening’s moderator: Meg Mitchell Moore, bestselling author
Pints! Camera! Action! - Dumb and Dumber (1994)
Cult and classic movies with cold beers on draft and hot takes encouraged. A sociable, big screen brouhaha with no tickets, no ushers, and definitely no shushing.
Preservation Hall Jazz Band
Holding the torch of New Orleans music aloft for more than 65 years, the Preservation Hall Jazz Band continues to march forward the tradition on their latest album, redefining what New Orleans music means today and tapping into the roots of the city.
Adeem the Artist
Carolina-reared songwriter Adeem Maria blends country tradition with alternative folk, delivering clever, story-driven Americana that deeply explores identity, faith, and the forgotten South.
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
Together for over 32 years, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy has appeared in venues around the world, sold millions of records, and continues to celebrate and revitalize jazz and swing music while bringing joy to audiences.
The Aldous Collins Band
The Massachusetts-based band brings their mixture of indie, rock, reggae, and soul to Portsmouth.
Wine Tasting with Jude Blake and Friends: Featuring Courtney Mosher of Bay State Wine & Spirits and Elizabeth van der Veen of Tri-Vin Imports
Join Music Hall donor, Board Trustee, and certified sommelier Jude Blake as she hosts tasting evenings with select distributors at The Music Hall Members Club.
Ariel Lawhon with "The Pirate Queen"
A sweeping historical adventure on the high seas inspired by the life of Grace O’Malley, the legendary Irish folk heroine who risked everything to defend her people, from the New York Times bestselling author of The Frozen River. Evening’s Moderator: Julia Barnett, host of NHPR’s All Things Considered
Brendan Cleary
“I’ve always had a soft spot for really talented youngsters, and Brendan is one of the most talented I’ve ever encountered.” — Tom Rush. The folk-roots singer-songwriter delivers a masterclass in raw honesty and gritty acoustic storytelling
Brendan Cleary
“I’ve always had a soft spot for really talented youngsters, and Brendan is one of the most talented I’ve ever encountered.” — Tom Rush. The folk-roots singer-songwriter delivers a masterclass in raw honesty and gritty acoustic storytelling
Mona Awad
The highly anticipated follow-up to the viral sensation Bunny, a brilliantly written, laugh-out-loud funny, dark, and delirious novel set in a world that Margaret Atwood declared “soooo genius.” Evening’s Moderator: Laura Zigman, author of The Author Weekend
Book Club: Whistler by Ann Patchett
A benefit for all Music Hall members, Book Club meets on the second Monday of the month in the lounge at Portwalk Place from 6-7:30pm. Evenings include time for socializing followed by a moderated discussion. This month’s title is Whistler by Ann Patchett.
PMAC Jazz Night: 1980's Songbook, Vol. 2
After last year’s crowd-pleasing trip through the sounds of the 80’s, PMAC Jazz Night is heading back to the decade’s iconic songbook for Volume 2.
Here Come The Mummies
Here Come the Mummies is an eight-piece funk-rock band of 5000 year-old Egyptian Mummies with a one-track mind. Their “Terrifying Funk from Beyond the Grave” is sure to get you into them (and possibly vice versa).
Nellie McKay
Award-winning performer Nellie McKay is an eclectic musician and actress known for genre-defying albums, Broadway and off-Broadway roles, film soundtracks, and dedicated animal activism.
Joshua Bell Plays Lalo with Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra
Join world-renowned violinist Joshua Bell for an unforgettable evening of passion, virtuosity, and orchestral brilliance as he performs Lalo’s Simphonie espagnole with the Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra.
R. F. Kuang with "Taipei Story"
From the acclaimed #1 New York Times bestselling author of Katabasis and Yellowface, comes a wryly humorous and profoundly moving coming-of-age novel that grapples with grief, language, and culture shock. Evening’s Moderator: Jackie Harris, NHPR’s Cost of Living Reporter
UB40: The Unstoppable Tour 2026
One of the most successful and influential British groups of all time with more than 100 million albums sold, UB40 has earned their title of legends in the reggae/pop genre, with their trademark global #1 hit “Red Red Wine”.
Director's Club: Gundalow
A sail on the gundalow is a memorable way to experience the beauty and history of the Piscataqua River. During your river cruise, you will be able to relax and take in the scenery of the forts, lighthouses, and shipyard.
Five for Fighting with String Quartet
The songwriter and performer known as the platinum-selling, Grammy-nominated Five For Fighting has penned major hits, including the chart-topping “100 Years,” “Superman (It’s Not Easy),” and more.
Remi Goode & Amy Jay
This double bill features New York indie-folk artist Amy Jay’s vulnerability-driven panoramas alongside Nashville alt-folk artist Remi Goode’s intimate, classical-guitar-driven American roots music.
Telluride by the Sea 2026
Weekend-long festival with movies fresh from their debuts at Colorado’s Telluride Film Festival. Films will be announced and individual tickets will go on sale Labor Day weekend.
CIDER AND CHEESE PAIRING WITH JUDE BLAKE AND FRIENDS: Featuring Pete Endres from Bird Dog Cider and Carolyn Heps Shaw of C’est Cheese
Join Music Hall donor, Board Trustee, and certified sommelier Jude Blake as she hosts tasting evenings with select distributors at The Music Hall Members Club.
The Middle Live: What’s at Stake for You in November?
Join us for a live recording of The Middle with Jeremy Hobson. This timely program will explore what’s at stake, bringing regional context to the issues shaping the moment across the nation.
Elmo’s Got The Moves
Make unforgettable memories with your little ones at Elmo’s Got the Moves—the all-new Sesame Street Live show! This exciting experience brings Elmo and his Sesame Street friends to the stage with singing, dancing, and your favorite songs.
Jess Klein & Jenny Reynolds
This double bill features Jess Klein’s tenacious, hook-ladden alt-country rock alongside Jenny Reynolds’ warm, emotionally resonant Americana and storytelling.