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Here Come The Mummies

Friday, September 18, 2026

• The Historic Theater

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).

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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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Joshua Bell Plays Lalo with Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra

Sunday, September 20, 2026

• The Historic Theater

Join world-renowned violinist Joshua Bell for an unforgettable evening of passion, virtuosity, and orchestral brilliance as he performs Lalo’s Symphonie espagnole with the Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra.

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UB40: The Unstoppable Tour 2026

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

• The Historic Theater

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".

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Five for Fighting with String Quartet

Thursday, September 24, 2026

• The Historic Theater

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.

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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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Little Feat: The Last Farewell Tour - Benefit Concert for Cross Roads House

Friday, October 2, 2026

• The Historic Theater

The inimitable blend of rock, New Orleans swamp boogie, jazz, and blues of Little Feat is not only unique but also an ongoing source of delight.  

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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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INVINCIBLE: A Glorious Tribute to Michael Jackson

Saturday, October 3, 2026

• The Historic Theater

Hailed as the world’s best Michael Jackson tribute, INVINCIBLE is a spectacular live theatrical concert celebrating the King of Pop’s legendary career.

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An Evening with Lucinda Williams and her band

Tuesday, October 6, 2026

• The Historic Theater

Multi-Grammy-winner Lucinda Williams delivers World’s Gone Wrong, a provocative, urgent blues-rock album addressing modern social cataclysms alongside guest artists such as Mavis Staples and Norah Jones.

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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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The Carole King & James Taylor Story

Wednesday, October 7, 2026

• The Historic Theater

This loving tribute takes you on an incredible journey through the careers of the 6x Grammy Award winner, 20x platinum hit maker, Carole King, and 5x Grammy Award winner and American folk legend James Taylor.  

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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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Vitamin String Quartet & Girl Named Tom

Wednesday, October 14, 2026

• The Historic Theater

This fall, the world-renowned ensemble Vitamin String Quartet joins forces with the captivating harmonies of acclaimed vocal trio Girl Named Tom to bring their genre-defying arrangements to the stage.

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Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue

Thursday, October 22, 2026

• The Historic Theater

New Orleans ambassador Trombone Shorty blends rock, funk, and jazz ecstatic live performances, balancing chart-topping albums and Super Bowl sets with local youth advocacy.

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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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The Blind Boys of Alabama present Songs in the Key of Life

Sunday, October 25, 2026

• The Historic Theater

The legendary Blind Boys of Alabama bring their transcendent harmonies and spiritual power to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Stevie Wonder’s iconic album, Songs in the Key of Life.

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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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The Breakers: A Tribute to Tom Petty

Friday, October 30, 2026

• The Historic Theater

The country’s premier Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers tribute band encompasses the true unmistakable sound and execution of the original.

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Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra Fall Concert - The Universe

Sunday, November 1, 2026

• The Historic Theater

The PSO launches its 29th season with a concert that brings the solar system—and all its intense, movie-worthy mystery—to life.  

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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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Black Violin: The Be Free Tour

Wednesday, November 4, 2026

• The Historic Theater

The Grammy-nominated duo brings a high-energy, genre-defying experience that merges classical training with the pulse of hip-hop, inviting audiences into a night of boundary-breaking music, bold beats, soaring strings, and self-expression.

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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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The Jazz Ambassadors of The United States Army Field Band

Thursday, November 5, 2026

• The Historic Theater

The Jazz Ambassadors is the official touring big band of the United States Army. This 19-member ensemble has received great acclaim at home and abroad, performing America's greatest original art form, jazz. 

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ROCKY™ in Concert

Friday, November 6, 2026

• The Historic Theater

ROCKY™ in Concert. Experience the underdog story that defined a generation. Now bigger, bolder, and brought to life with a live symphony orchestra. Watch the original ROCKY™ film on the big screen while the iconic Bill Conti score is performed live, delivering every triumph, every heartbreak, and every adrenaline-fueled moment with knockout power.

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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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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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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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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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PSO Family Holiday Pops!

Sunday, December 20, 2026

• Portsmouth High Shcool

This year's Family Holiday Pops! concert brings together music inspired by traditions from around the world alongside familiar favorites, all in a festive, family-friendly program that celebrates community and the spirit of the season.  

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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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Chloe V. Green and her Particles and Waves band

Thursday, January 21, 2027

• The Music Hall Lounge

Boston-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Chloe Green delivers rich indie-rock melodies, soulful vocals, and dynamic live instrumentation in her newest project, Particles and Waves.

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Bobby Keyes Trio

Thursday, January 28, 2027

• The Music Hall Lounge

Guitarist Bobby Keyes, accompanied by bassist Marty Ballou and drummer Marty Richards, delivers a romantic, cinematic mix of swing grooves, dreamy ballads, and jazz-tinged instrumental music.

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Sonic Live in Concert

Tuesday, March 9, 2027

• The Historic Theater

Celebrate 35 years of one of the most iconic video game franchises with a live ensemble featuring rock musicians, electronics, and vocalists performing an array of the incredible and defining songs from the beloved video games.

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Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra Winter Concert - Paint Me a Picture

Sunday, March 14, 2027

• The Historic Theater

The PSO’s winter concert features a color-filled program that will take audiences on a musical walk through galleries of sound and color.  

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Brandy Clark

Saturday, March 27, 2027

• The Historic Theater

Grammy-winning songwriter Brandy Clark brings her brilliant, time-honored storytelling, crisp hooks, and hit-filled Americana catalog to the stage for a powerful live performance.

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Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert - Love & Death

Sunday, May 23, 2027

• The Historic Theater

“Love & Death” explores the range and intensity of human emotion in PSO’s final concert of the Main Stage season.  

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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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