Talks

Seacoast Sips of Science: From the Seafloor to the Stars

Tuesday, March 24, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Learn about electrifying advances in lightning physics, explore how researchers are tracking shifts across our oceans and bays, and discover the innovative work keeping a close watch on New Hampshire’s snowpack and changing climate. This event celebrates 40 years of UNH’s Institute for the Study of Earth, Oceans, and Space.

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Sandra Brown

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

The #1 New York Times bestselling author delivers a new signature sexy suspense about a detective seeking justice for his murdered wife with the help of a psychotherapist…while fighting an undeniable attraction to her.

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Cinema

Pints! Camera! Action! - The Big Lebowski (1998)

Thursday, March 26, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

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.

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Music at The Lounge

Mark Erelli

Friday, March 27, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

The Boston-based, critically acclaimed singer-songwriter delivers his most cohesive and emotionally resonant work to date with Spring Green, his fourteenth solo album.

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Comedy in the Lounge

David Drake

Saturday, March 28, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

The NYC stand-up comedian has been called “smart and engaging” (New York Times) and “endlessly watchable” (Humorism).

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Trey Hensley

Sunday, March 29, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

The Grammy-winning and reigning two-time IBMA Guitar Player of the Year has been called a “musical phenom” by NPR and has received high praise from the likes of Merle Haggard and Marty Stuart.

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Christopher Castellani

Tuesday, March 31, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

A poignant mystery from award-winning author Christopher Castellani, Last Seen is both a ghost story and a journey through identity, intimacy, and the haunting echoes of unresolved grief. Evening's Moderator: Kristin Waterfield Duisberg, author of The Good Patient and After

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Talks

Artificial Intelligence and Human Values: A Public Conversation

Thursday, April 2, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

An evening of big ideas about AI and human values, bringing philosophy, conversation, and debate together in a dynamic live event.

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Comedy in the Lounge

Jonathan van Halem

Friday, April 3, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

The New York City-based comedian currently works on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and is known for his observational and relatable style of comedy.

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Writers on a New England Stage

Yann Martel with "Son of Nobody"

Saturday, April 4, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

From the author of international bestseller, Life of Pi, comes a brilliant retelling of the Trojan War from the perspective of two commoners: an ancient soldier and a modern scholar. Evening's Moderator: Nick Capodice, co-host of NHPR's Civics 101

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Scott Kirby with special guest: Ashley Bathgate

Saturday, April 4, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

This modern-day troubadour has been aptly described as a storyteller, a traveler, and a road warrior with an expressive voice and an authentic, creative lyrical style.

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At The Lounge

Couch To Mic Live

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Join us for a night of comedy with up and coming comedians from the Couch to Mic workshop, hosted by Steph Lazenby.  

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Music at The Lounge

Todd Hearon & Other Brother Darryl

Thursday, April 9, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

The award-winning poet and songwriter, born in Fort Worth, Texas, is influenced by the hymns and folk songs of his youth along with more edgy, contemporary American and Country-Rock sounds.

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Lucy Kaplansky

Friday, April 10, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

An acclaimed singer-songwriter of rare talent, Lucy is “a truly gifted performer with a bag full of enchanting songs” (The New Yorker) and “the troubadour laureate of modern city folk” (Boston Globe).

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Alice Howe & Freebo

Saturday, April 11, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

The impeccably-tuned vocals of the lifelong singer-songwriter paired with the fretless stylings of the rock bass legend make for a duo with undeniable chemistry.

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Jennifer Finney Boylan and Jodi Picoult

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

The bestselling author of She’s Not There joins her Mad Honey co-author Jodi Picoult as she examines the divisions and common ground between the genders and reflects on her own experiences as a transgender American.

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MUSE: A Salute to Divas of the 90s!

Thursday, April 16, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

A live glitter-filled musical revue and celebration of some of the most iconic female voices and songs from the 1990s—presented with energy, passion, a live band, and the powerful vocals of two seasoned New England-based vocalists.

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Liz Frame & the Kickers

Friday, April 17, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

With a voice like Patsy Cline and songwriting style in the vein of Dolly Parton and Lucinda Williams, Liz Frame delivers honest, unbridled Americana with serious soul.

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Savoir Fare

Saturday, April 18, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

With a voice straight out of the jazz age, Savoir Faire brings the modern existential crisis into a realm of retro-noir.

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Comedy in the Lounge

Michael Palascak

Sunday, April 19, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

A Los Angeles-based comedian, Palascak has performed on some of the most popular late night shows, as well as amassing over one million views on Youtube.

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Sara Hall

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

From the legendary athlete comes a love letter to running, fueled by faith and family. Join us after the Boston Marathon!

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Scott Weidensaul

Thursday, April 23, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

From The New York Times bestselling author of A World on the Wing, the uplifting story of bird recovery, reintroduction, and habitat reclamation. Evening's Moderator: Melissa Kim, Maine Audubon's director of communications and marketing

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Comedy in the Lounge

TTTom Clark - A Maine Humorist, Actor/Comedian CL Thomas

Friday, April 24, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Comic and actor TTTom Clark presents his character, the dry-witted Mainer C.L. Thomas in a show that “is redefining Maine humor” (York Harbor Inn).

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Heather Maloney

Saturday, April 25, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

The Massachusetts-based “writer song-singer” has supported acts including Lake Street Dive, Shakey Graves, and Mary Chapin Carpenter, while receiving praise on her releases by musical legend, Graham Nash.

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Trace Bundy

Friday, May 1, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Internationally-acclaimed guitar virtuoso Trace Bundy’s music is poetry in motion, using harmonics, looping, multiple capos, and his unique banter and stage presence to deliver an unforgettable live concert experience.

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Innovation Rentals

TedxPortsmouth 2026: Uncharted Official Watch Party

Friday, May 8, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Join The Music Hall and TEDxPortsmouth for the official TEDxPortsmouth 2026: Uncharted Watch Party! The event will be livestreamed on multiple screens in The Lounge, the next best thing to being at the Historic Theater in person.

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Stand Up Audio

Saturday, May 9, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Four like-minded and passionate musicians bring together their own musical experience from cover bands to create an original rock group with a sound of their own.

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Shannon Garvey

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

In this moving debut novel set on the lush, beachy enclave of Block Island, a young woman reckons with love, loss, and the choices she must make to move forward.

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Kim Richey

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

From her critically acclaimed self-titled debut in 1995 to her 2020 release, Kim Richey has consistently impressed listeners, garnered accolades, and attracted famous fans which have made her an in-demand collaborator.

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Community Rental Partner

PMAC Jazz Night: Kind of Blue

Friday, May 15, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

PMAC teaching artists—exceptional musicians from across the Seacoast—present a full-album performance of Kind of Blue, Miles Davis’s 1959 masterpiece with John Coltrane.

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Ayla Brown & Rob Bellamy

Saturday, May 16, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Both Massachusetts natives and former collegiate athletes, Ayla Brown and Rob Bellamy create a collaborative and magnetic musical partnership, having toured up and down the East Coast.

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Laura Zigman

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

The Devil Wears Prada meets White Lotus in a story of colliding egos and shocking betrayal, as intoxicatingly ice-cold as the pink Prosecco that flows all weekend. Evening’s Moderator: Ann Leary, New York Times bestselling author

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Comedy in the Lounge

Caitlin Peluffo

May 21 – May 23, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

The New York-based comedian has been featured on the Late Show with James Corden, Late Show with Stephen Colbert, After Midnight and regularly opens for comedians like Maria Bamford, the late Gilbert Gotfried, and Gary Gulman.

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Comedy in the Lounge

Jim Colliton

Saturday, May 30, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Married and raising kids in the suburbs is the backdrop for Jim Colliton's comedy, whether it's lousy Father's Day gifts, buying the wrong things at the supermarket, or just the daily pitfalls of being a dad.

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Meg Mitchell Moore

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

A summery drama set in Portsmouth and Rye, following three sisters who return to their childhood home, each with their own secret.

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Comedy in the Lounge

Elle Orlando

Wednesday, June 3, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

The NYC-based comedian, writer, and podcaster has played in several top comedy clubs in New York City such as The Comedy Cellar and has opened for comedians like Andrew Santino, Yannis Papas, and Michael Kosta.

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Music at The Lounge

Scott Moreau’s Tribute to Johnny Cash - My Life As The Man In Black

June 4 – June 5, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Scott Moreau pays tribute to "The Man In Black" by showcasing Johnny's most beloved songs, as well as some of the hidden gems from his musical catalogue. 

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A Night of Sinatra with Rich DiMare & Ron Poster

Thursday, June 11, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Spend an evening with Music Hall favorites Rich DiMare and Ron Poster as they perform classics from the Frank Sinatra songbook.

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Chip Leighton

Saturday, June 13, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

A hilarious tribute to every dad from Chip Leighton, internet sensation and author of New York Times bestseller What Time is Noon—just in time for Father’s Day!

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Comedy in the Lounge

Carmen Lynch

Friday, June 19, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Carmen Lynch is a comedian with multitude late night TV appearances including the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, The Late show with Stephen Colbert, and Conan.

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Music at The Lounge

The Massacoustics

Saturday, June 20, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

The two-piece band hailing from the quiet, winding roads and hills of Western Massachusetts blend elements of alt-country, Americana, and southern rock in a sound as raw as the landscapes they call home.

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