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Brendan Cleary

September 10 – September 11, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

“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

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Mona Awad

Saturday, September 12, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

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

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PMAC Jazz Night: 1980's Songbook, Vol. 2

Friday, September 18, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

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.

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Nellie McKay

Saturday, September 19, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

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.

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Remi Goode & Amy Jay

Thursday, September 24, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

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.

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Jess Klein & Jenny Reynolds

Wednesday, September 30, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

This double bill features Jess Klein’s tenacious, hook-ladden alt-country rock alongside Jenny Reynolds’ warm, emotionally resonant Americana and storytelling.

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Sophie B. Hawkins

Friday, October 2, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

The Grammy Award-nominated singer-songwriter Sophie B. Hawkins hit the scene with her platinum debut album featuring Top 10 single “Damn, I Wish I Was Your Lover”, and famously guest-starred on hit shows like Dawson’s Creek and Community.

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Heather Shaw

Saturday, October 3, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

The seasoned stand-up comic gained a large following on social media with her quick wit, sharp takes, and uncanny resemblance to Jim Carrey.

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Sharon Jones: A Tribute To The Great American Songbook

Wednesday, October 7, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Portsmouth-native R&B and blues legend Sharon Jones captivates audiences across New England with her high-energy, riff-driven performances, passionate showmanship, and irresistible stage presence.

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Amani Burnham

Saturday, October 10, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Twenty-year-old blues-rock sensation Amani Burnham showcases raw thumb-picked guitar work, soulful vocals, and Ethiopian roots on his electrifying debut album, Roots & Wings.

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Henry Honkonen & Tyler Levs

Sunday, October 11, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Maine-rooted musicians Henry Honkonen and Tyler Levs blend folk, alternative rock, and acoustic pop in a dynamic co-headlining showcase of authentic, genre-spanning original music.

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Trae Sheehan

Thursday, October 22, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Appalachian-raised Americana troubadour Trae Sheehan crafts charting, critically acclaimed folk-rock albums and delivers enchanting, passion-filled live performances steeped in the spirit of the road.

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Ari Hest

Friday, October 23, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Grammy-nominated folk singer-songwriter Ari Hest combines extensive touring and film/TV syncs with “The Treehouse Project,” a massive, fan-voted songwriting venture powered by Patreon.

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Adrienne Mack-Davis

Saturday, October 24, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Classically trained singer-songwriter Adrienne Mack-Davis blends soulful R&B, hip-hop, and dance music to deliver empowering, globally recognized performances rooted in connection and self-love.

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Andy Gross

Thursday, October 29, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

High-energy headliner Andy Gross delivers a viral, nonstop live experience, expertly blending stand-up comedy, jaw-dropping magic, next-level ventriloquism, and unmatched, global-view-generating voice-throwing abilities.

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Clifford Cameron's Vinyl Quartet

Friday, October 30, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

The Clifford Cameron Vinyl Quartet modernizes classic 60s and 70s hits through spontaneous, genre-defying jazz improvisation, played in a beautiful, mellow and contemporary context.

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Songbird: Halley Neal Sings Fleetwood Mac

Sunday, November 1, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Berklee-trained songstress Halley Neal presents an intimate, one-woman tribute to Fleetwood Mac, replacing imitation with masterclass vocal performances, emotional storytelling, and refined musicianship.

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JR Richards (Dishwalla Original Singer)

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

The original lead singer and songwriter for the platinum-selling band Dishwalla, JR Richards’ career spans more than 20 years, selling millions of records, penning chart-topping hits, and performing around the world.

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The Lowest Pair

Wednesday, November 4, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Banjo-driven roots duo The Lowest Pair showcases stark lyricism, incandescent folk melodies, and raw compatibility on their Tucker Martine-produced eighth album, Always As Young As We’ll Ever Be.

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Brian Glowacki

November 6 – November 7, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Portsmouth favorite Brian Glowacki returns to The Music Hall Lounge for a hilarious five-show residency, bringing his sought-after, high-energy stand-up back to intimate audiences.

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Catie Curtis: C’mon Butterfly Album Release Show

Sunday, November 8, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Acclaimed folk songsmith Catie Curtis delivers warm, deeply personal songs of transformation, love, and human connection, drawn from three decades of acclaimed, heart-centered music-making.

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Dan Bern

Tuesday, November 10, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Genre-defying renaissance artist Dan Bern captivates multi-generational audiences with thousands of songs, notable film/TV soundtracks, books, paintings, and recent tour openings for The Who.

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Michaela Anne

Friday, November 13, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Michaela Anne blends rock, country, and pop on her album These Are The Days, delivering unflinchingly deep, personal songs about love, grief, and resilience.

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Antje Duvekot

Saturday, November 14, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Antje Duvekot, crafter of intricate songs, unveils New Wild West, a lyrical knockout marking mid-life, healing, and the collective journey of the human condition.

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Conor Janda

Wednesday, November 18, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Just For Laughs New Face Conor Janda delivers anxious, sharp stand-up blending New York neuroses and Philly fire, tackling sobriety, Catholic school, and chaotic cultural divides.

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Hayley Reardon

Friday, November 20, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Hayley Reardon crafts deeply moving folk-pop, capturing her extensive global travels through soulful, lyrical storytelling and heart-opening melodies.

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Griffin House

Saturday, November 21, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Praised by Rolling Stone and American Songwriter, troubadour Griffin House delivers raw, heartfelt storytelling across a 20-year, 13-album career of touring and TV syncs.

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Phil Medina

Sunday, November 22, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

The energetic, nationally touring headlining comedian and voice of Hungry Howie’s Pizza, is recognized for his sharp storytelling, military tours, and major festival appearances.

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JImmy Dunn

November 27 – November 28, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Boston comedian and actor Jimmy Dunn stars as Moose on Paramount+’s Frasier reboot, complementing a standout career of late-night stand-up and sitcom writing.

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MUSE: A Salute to Holiday Divas!

Saturday, December 5, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Featuring powerhouse vocals and a live band, MUSE: A Salute to Holiday Divas celebrates iconic festive hits by Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston, and Kelly Clarkson.

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Emma Willmann

Sunday, December 6, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Maine-born comedian Emma Willmann brings her vibrant, brilliantly controlled chaos to the stage, blending unflinching honesty and warmth honed at NYC's elite Comedy Cellar.

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Socks In The Frying Pan

Tuesday, December 8, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Award-winning Irish traditional trio Socks in the Frying Pan blends virtuosic musicianship, pitch-perfect harmonies, and quick wit into electrifying, globally toured traditional music performances.

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Ward Hayden & The Outliers

Friday, December 11, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Scituate-rooted country-rockers Ward Hayden & The Outliers bring their chart-topping, award-winning sound to the stage following the breakout success of their album Little by Little.

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Lee Dewyze

Saturday, December 12, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

American Idol winner Lee DeWyze delivers raw, atmospheric Americana, pairing intimate, lyric-driven folk sensibilities with disarmingly personal live performances and powerful emotional depth.

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Ellis Paul

Sunday, December 13, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Folk icon Ellis Paul weaves deeply personal stories with social commentary, delivering luminous, award-winning songwriting rooted in the tradition of Bob Dylan and Woody Guthrie.

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Nine Days (Acoustic)

Friday, December 18, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Famed for double-platinum anthem "Absolutely (Story of a Girl)," Long Island pop-rock band Nine Days brings timeless 90s melodies, big guitars, and high-energy nostalgia to the stage.

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Abrielle Scharff’s - Abby Holidays!

December 17 – December 20, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

The award-winning songwriter has opened for artists such as John Legend, Patty Griffin, and Ruston Kelly and was recently named Emerging Artist Grand Prize Recipient as part of The Music Hall’s 2026 Emerging Artist Grant Program.

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A Sinatra Christmas with Rich DiMare and Ron Poster

December 21 – December 22, 2026

• The Music Hall Lounge

Rich DiMare and The Ron Poster Trio bring "A Sinatra Christmas" to life, blending beloved holiday classics with iconic Frank Sinatra hits in a festive showcase.

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Vance Gilbert

Friday, January 8, 2027

• The Music Hall Lounge

Acoustic stalwart Vance Gilbert seamlessly blends folk, jazz, and R&B with razor-sharp comedic wit, masterful storytelling, and soaring, soul-stirring vocals.

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Luke Winslow-King

Saturday, January 9, 2027

• The Music Hall Lounge

Michigan-born, New Orleans-honed musician Luke Winslow-King blends Delta blues, roots, rock, and folk into soulful, guitar-driven performances packed with rich storytelling and dynamic energy.

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Kim Richey

Thursday, June 10, 2027

• 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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