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Our revitalized, nightclub-style space at 131 Congress Street features high-quality programming, bar & small bites, and a great view from every seat!
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Comedy
Andy Haynes • 6/2
Stand-up comedian Andy Haynes has appeared on late-night shows with Fallon, Conan, and Corden.
Music
Kate Redgate: Record Release Party • 6/3
Celebrate the release of Light Under The Door out June 2!
Music
Billy Gilman • 6/9
This country singer won the hearts of millions on NBC’s The Voice.
Talks
The Big Calm with Ankati Day • 6/11
Exhale…Take time for self care with The Big Calm.
Music
Bitter Pill • 6/10
Bitter Pill’s “rhythm and bluegrass” music is a dark and anachronistic twist of folk, blues, jazz, rockabilly, and country.
Comedy
Rachel Feinstein • 6/16
Rachel Feinstein is a nationally touring comedian who has worked on numerous Amy Schumer projects.
Music
Chris Trapper • 6/17
A modern-day acoustic troubadour and storyteller with a honeyed tenor and humor.
Music
The Quebe Sisters • 6/23
The progressive western swing band with an authentic triple fiddle and three-part harmony sound.
Music
Harrison Goodell • 6/24
The American Idol contestant and local returns to The Lounge.
Literary
Dr. Luana Marques • 6/28
Turn your anxiety into strength and live boldly with Harvard-based psychotherapist Dr. Luana Marques.
Music
A Night of Sinatra with Rich DiMare & Ron Poster • 6/30
Rich DiMare is an American jazz singer who specializes in the Frank Sinatra songbook.
Music
Darrell Scott • 7/5
Multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter Darrell Scott has written songs for over 70 artists.
Literary
Andre Dubus III • 7/8
The National Book Award finalist brings compassion with an edge of dark absurdity.
Music
The Fabulous Thunderbirds • 7/13
The Fabulous Thunderbirds have been the quintessential American band with their distinctive sound.
Music
Reed Foehl • 7/16
Grammy-nominated songwriter Reed Foehl’s folk-Americana music pushes boundaries while paying homage to tradition.
Music
Jill Sobule • 7/17
The folk-pop artist’s hits include “I Kissed A Girl” and the alt-rock anthem from Clueless, “Supermodel.”
Music
Nora Brown • 7/21
Bluegrass chart-topping Nora Brown has appeared on NPR’s Tiny Desk, Dolly Parton’s America, and more.
Comedy
Gabe Mollica’s “Solo: A Show About Friendship” • 7/22
New York comedian Gabe Mollica explores male friendship in his 30s with “Birbiglian storytelling” (NYT).
Comedy
Robert Kelly • 7/27
A popular comedic actor, Robert Kelly’s comedy is honest, abrasively funny, yet refreshingly vulnerable.
Music
Chad Hollister Trio • 7/28
This Vermont trio has traveled the globe with Bob Dylan, Paul Simon, and Tom Petty.
Comedy
Jimmy Tingle Tonight! • 7/29
Three-time “Best of Boston” Boston Magazine winner Jimmy Tingle returns!
Music
Erick Baker • 8/4
Erick Baker performs country soul with passion and unguarded emotional energy.
Music
Todd Hearon & Old Hat Stringband • 8/5
Join the award-winning poet and songwriter for a Portsmouth showcase of his new album, Yodelady.
Music
Maddie Poppe • 8/7
The 25-year-old American Idol winner is a powerhouse Americana artist.
Literary
Richard Russo • 8/8
The Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Empire Falls returns to beloved characters in this follow-up.
Music
Paul Hodes & The Blue Buddha Band • 8/11
The band’s original sound fuses retro-rock, folk, and roots into a powerful blend.
Music
Sharon Jones • 8/12
High-energy R&B and Blues tunes will have you dancing in your seat!
Music
Sam Robbins & Jesse Terry • 8/17
Don’t miss these two talented Nashville-based singer-songwriters.
Comedy
Jen Kober • 8/27
Jen Kober presents her original blend of stand-up, storytelling, and improvised rock-n-roll comedy.
Music
Seth Glier • 8/31
An acclaimed singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Glier is the winner of five Independent Music Awards.
Music
Guy Davis • 9/8
Grammy-nominated Guy Davis blends the blues with roots, folk, rock, and rap for earthy musical storytelling.
Music
An Intimate Evening with Nolan Taylor • 9/10
The Cincinnati-based singer-songwriter has a deeply emotional sound and contagious energy.
Music
Amy Speace • 9/16
Amy Speace is one of contemporary folk and Americana music’s leading voices.
Comedy
Bassem Youssef • 9/28 & 9/29
Cardiac surgeon-turned-comedian Bassem Youssef was dubbed the Jon Stewart of the Arab world.
Music
Jonatha Brooke • 10/1
With an edgy roots-rock sensibility, Jonatha Brooke has been making music for decades.
Music
Amythyst Kiah • 10/4
Kiah is “one of Americana’s great up-and-coming secrets” (Rolling Stone).
Music
Lilli Lewis • 10/8
The Folk Rock Diva is willing to traverse any musical terrain with her inspiring voice.
Music
Antje Duvekot • 10/19
This folk songwriter leaves the audience in awe with her powerful sense of vulnerability.
Music
Trace Bundy • 10/26
Internationally-acclaimed guitar virtuoso Trace Bundy’s music is poetry in motion.
Comedy
David Koechner: The Office Trivia with “Todd Packer” • 11/4
Test your knowledge of The Office with the Pack-Man himself!
Music
Taylor O’Donnell Trio • 12/16
Enjoy whimsical holiday classics to celebrate the season with Taylor O’Donnell.
Our revitalized, nightclub-style space at 131 Congress Street features high-quality programming, bar & small bites, and a great view from every seat!