CCA PLAYPILL 2023

Welcome,

On behalf of the Board and staff of the Capitol Center for the Arts, we want to welcome you to our 2023-2024 Season. Whether you are here for your first show, or you’re a longtime member returning again and again, we’re thrilled you are joining us.

The Capitol Center for the Arts is driven by our mission to bring highquality, diverse, and accessible performing arts to the heart of New Hampshire. We place a high importance on making sure that there is a seat for everyone and that our venues offer all your favorites and introduce you to some new talent as well. From concerts to comedy to family programming and more audience interaction than ever before, we hope there’s a show for you at the Chubb Theatre and the Bank of NH Stage.

Over the past year, our work to engage our entire community has seen the launch of new ventures, such as the Culinary Artist in Residence Program, the continuation of our Education Series, and the expansion of our work with organizations like Overcomers, Project S.T.O.R.Y, Concord PRIDE and more. We are proud to serve as a community resource that brings people together through the transformative power of the performing arts.

We hope your time at the Chubb Theatre and the Bank of New Hampshire Stage this season is full of music, laughter, and poignant moments shared with those around you. We thank you for choosing to spend your time here with us, and we hope you’ll be back very soon.

Enjoy the show!

Salvatore Prizio and Blake Wayman

Prizio photo credit: Christine Carignan/ Business NH Magazine

CCA Board of Trustees

2023

Officers:

Blake R. Wayman, Chair

Emily Ricard, Vice Chair

Rusty Mosca, Treasurer

Roy Swonger, Secretary

Ronald Reed, Past Chair

David K. Fries, Emeritus Board

John F. Swope, Emeritus Board

Robert O. Wilson, Emeritus Board

Trustees:

Steven Baker

Matthew Becker

Monique Brown

Byron Champlin

Christopher Dube

David Goddard

Peter Imse

Matt Leahy

Joseph Maloy

Robert Moses

Jay Patel

Erle Pierce

Amy Tardiff

Erin Vanden Borre

CCA OVATION SOCIETY 2023

The Ovation Society consists of committed donors who support the Capitol Center through multi-year leadership giving. Ovation membership is open to any donor pledging a minimum of $6,000 over a five-year period. Ovation Society members not only ensure the financial stability of the Capitol Center, but receive benefits such as early presale windows, complimentary tickets to select shows, personalized ticketing assistance and more. To inquire about Ovation Society membership contact Katie Collins, Director of Development at 1-603-225-1111x106 or kcollins@ccanh.com

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Mike and Barbara Ruedig

Jeff and Debbie Sandler

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September14th

7:30pm

Back in summer 2021, Grace Potter took off on a solo cross-country road trip that would soon bring a life-saving reconnection with her most unbridled self. Heading out on Route 66 from her home in Topanga Canyon, the Vermont-born artist spent the coming weeks crashing in roadside motels and taking time each night to deliriously transcribe the song ideas she’d dreamed up behind the wheel, often scrawling those notes onto the backs of postcards and motel notepads. After completing two more trips across the U.S. on her own and partly navigating her way with the help of hand-drawn maps from self-styled historians of Route 66 Potter flew to Nashville for a series of recording sessions that quickly gave way to her most magnificently unfettered collection of songs to date.

September15th

8:00pm

IThe Lords of 52nd Street are known as being Billy Joel's backing band for many of his most successful albums, including "Turnstiles", "The Stranger" and Grammy award winning albums 52nd Street, Glass Houses, and The Nylon Curtain. The band recorded and toured with Joel for over a decade, and it wasn’t until their induction into the Long Island Music Hall of Fame where they decided to reunite after a 30year separation. After their 2014 hall of fame induction, The Lords of 52nd Street picked up their instruments yet again, and began performing in front of live audiences together.

DemetriMartin: TheJokeMachine

September16th

8:00pm

FDemetri Martin is a standup comedian, writer, and director. He won the Perrier Award at the International Fringe Festival in Edinburgh for his one-man show, If I and Australia’s Barry Award at the Melbourne International Comedy festival for his show Dr. Earnest Parrot Presents Demetri Martin. Demetri has released three standup comedy albums and four hour-long standup comedy specials, including his latest for Netflix, The Overthinker. He has created and starred in his own television series for Comedy Central called Important Things with Demetri Martin.

2023-2024 SEASON

September20th

7:00pm

At 9, Matthew began teaching himself how to play the Hammond B3 organ. Four years later, he became the youngest artist to be endorsed by Hammond in its 80+ year history. He was also named a Yamaha Artist at 15, becoming the youngest musician to join the stellar group of jazz pianists. In 2022, he joined the ranks of the Nord Keyboard Artists. In 2010, Matthew was a winning participant in the “Child Stars of Tomorrow” competition, as part of Amateur Night at the Apollo. A year later, at just 10 years old, he was invited to perform at Stevie Wonder’s induction into the Apollo Theater’s Hall of Fame. Matthew has been on national and international radio and television, which includes the Today Show documentary series "Boys Changing the World," Harry Connick Jr Show an appearance on the syndicated TV talk show Ellen and a segment on the most-watched news magazine on television 60 Minutes.

The William H. Gile Trust was created by Helen B. Gile in 1952. She left a legacy of more than $700,000 to finance a free concert series in Concord, New Hampshire in memory of her father, William H. Gile. Helen Gile stipulated that the trust funds were to be managed by what is now Citizens Bank, and that the selection of shows "of the highest type in all respects" was to be made by a committee of three local citizens. After much planning, the first William H. Gile Concert Series was held during the 1960-61 show season, and, over 60 years later, we are happy to now call the Capitol Center for the Arts our home.

Jonathan VanNess

September21st 7:30pm

Jonathan Van Ness is an Emmy-nominated television personality, 2x New York Times bestselling author, podcaster, comedian and hairstylist to the stars. He stars on Netflix’s Emmy Award-winning reboot series “Queer Eye,” where he shines as the hair guru and self-care advocate, and he is the host and executive producer of the Netflix series “Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness,” based on Jonathan’s popular podcast of the same name. The series is nominated for a 34th Annual GLAAD Media Award for ‘Outstanding Reality Series.’ He was a 2022 Primetime Emmy nominee for 'Outstanding Host for a Reality or Competition Program' along with his "Queer Eye" cast mates. Jonathan also starred on the Emmy-nominated web series “Gay of Thrones,” a witty social commentary series recapping HBO’s “Game of Thrones.” Launched in 2013, the series wrapped its eighth and final season last year and garnered Emmy nominations in 2016, 2018 and 2019 for ‘Outstanding Short Form Variety Series.’

Jonathan continues to work on his passion project, his podcast “Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness,” a weekly exploration of all the things Jonathan is curious about, and recently celebrated its 300th episode. The podcast was named one of the Top Podcasts of 2018 by Time Magazine, won the iHeart Radio Award for Best LGBTQ Podcast, and was a 2020 People’s Choice Award nominee for Best Pop Podcast. Jonathan was also a 2020 People's Choice Award nominee for 'Favorite Reality TV Star' for the second year in a row.

Jonathan has completed two successful worldwide comedy tours, Jonathan Van Ness: Road to Beijing and Imaginary Living Room Olympian, which sold out theaters in 40 cities in the US, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand. In 2023, Jonathan will bring Fun & Slutty, A Night with Jonathan Van Ness to cities around the US, Canada and abroad.

September22nd 8:00pm

A multi-faceted entertainer, Craig Morgan has made a name for himself as a country music icon, TV personality, celebrated outdoorsman and patriotic Army veteran. He received one of country music's highest honors when he was inducted as a member of the Grand Ole Opry. As one of country music's best-loved artists, Craig has charted 25 songs on Billboard and thrills massive crowds with signature hits including “Bonfire,” “Almost Home,” “Redneck Yacht Club,” “International Harvester,” “This Ole Boy,” “Soldier,” “Wake Up Loving You,” “That's What I Love About Sunday” and his faith-filled tribute to his son Jerry, “The Father, My Son and The Holy Ghost.”

NurseBlake

September23rd

8:00pm

Blake Lynch, aka Nurse Blake is a nurse, creator, internationally touring comedian, healthcare advocate, and keynote speaker. Hailed as a "genuine phenomenon" by The New York Times, Blake worked in trauma centers around the country before his career in comedy. As a way to cope with the stress of his nursing job, Blake started posting original comedy videos aimed at his profession. His lighthearted videos connected with nurses, nursing students, and healthcare workers around the world gaining Nurse Blake 3.5M followers on social media and over 300M views.

AmericanGirlLive! InConcert

September28th

7:00pm

This new show brings your favorite American Girl characters to life in a brand-new pop concert experience! Featuring fan favorites throughout the decades—including Claudie from the 1920s; Melody from the ’60s; Julie from the ’70s; Courtney from the ’80s; and Nicki from the late ’90s performed by a live cast, this show is filled with music, high energy dancing, and lots of surprises as our American Girl characters come together to find confidence and kindness and learn about the power of friendship. The new show will feature American Girl hit songs such as Best Friends, Dare to Dream, and Girl Power. Join the fun in this immersive concert experience!

BuddyGuy October1st 7:00pm

At age 86, Buddy Guy is a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, a major influence on rock titans like Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, and Stevie Ray Vaughan, a pioneer of Chicago’s fabled West Side sound, and a living link to the city’s halcyon days of electric blues. Buddy Guy has received 8 GRAMMY Awards, a 2015 Lifetime Achievement GRAMMY Award, 38 Blues Music Awards (the most any artist has received), the Billboard Magazine Century Award for distinguished artistic achievement, a Kennedy Center Honor, and the Presidential National Medal of Arts. Rolling Stone Magazine ranked him #23 in its "100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time." In 2019, Buddy Guy won his 8th and most recent GRAMMY Award for his 18th solo LP, “The Blues Is Alive And Well”. In July of 2021, in honor of Buddy Guy’s 85th birthday, PBS American Masters released “Buddy Guy: The Blues Chase The Blues Away”, a new documentary following his rise from a childhood spent picking cotton in Louisiana to becoming one of the most influential guitar players of all time. The documentary features new interviews with Buddy Guy, Carlos Santana, Eric Clapton, John Mayer, Gary Clark Jr, and more

October6th 7:30pm

“One Night in Memphis” is a rocking concert tribute to legendary Sun Records recording artists Carl Perkins, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Elvis Presley. Over 90 minutes of rockabilly, country, gospel and pure 1950’s rock and roll music performed live and backed by an authentic and energetic rockabilly backup band. Created and directed by John Mueller from the highly acclaimed show, “Winter Dance Party” this show has met with the same accolades, sell out shows and audience standing ovations. Be a witness to a rock and roll royalty jam session with the music and talent that has stood the test of time.

AtTheMovies: GraceKellywithStrings

October7th 8:00pm

Grace Kelly with Strings: At The Movies features Grace’s enchanting vocals and exuberant saxophone playing with a 15-piece large ensemble. You’ll enjoy fresh and reimagined versions of some of your favorite movie music (Disney Medley, Pirates of the Caribbean, Mission Impossible, Back To The Future, Austin Powers, etc.) as well as songs by legendary film composers: John Williams, Ennio Morricone and contemporary artists like Billie Eilish (No Time To Die from the latest James Bond film). This brand new project was inspired by Grace’s favorite jazz album, Charlie Parker with Strings and her love of classic and contemporary movies. A must-see performance; Grace’s infectious positivity and charismatic stage presence will bring a smile to everyone.

DonMcLean

October14th

7:00pm

“American Pie” still goes to heart as soon as originator Don McLean plays this classic at his concerts. Still, it's worth remembering that the 76year-old composer has written and sung numerous other melodic and harmonic successes in his decades-long career with "Vincent (Starry Starry Night)," "Castles in the Air," "And I Love You So," and "Cryin’,''. Accordingly, the complete discography of the legendary and still active singer/songwriter is significant. Among other things, Don McLean has a star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame and was inducted into the National Academy of Popular Music Songwriters’ Hall Of Fame in 2004.

October13th

7:30pm

Loreena McKennitt is well known as a composer and singer. In a recording career spanning more than two decades, Ms. McKennitt’s ‘eclectic Celtic’ music has received critical acclaim world-wide, and gold, platinum and multi-platinum sales awards in 15 countries across four continents. To date, she has sold over 14 million albums with a catalogue that includes seven studio recordings, three seasonal recordings, a live in-concert DVD and two DVD documentaries.

October15th

7:00pm

The Foolers brings an evening of jawdropping illusions curated by Penn & Teller. Celebrating television’s #1 rated magic show, this interactive and irreverent evening presents the Fool Us alumni who share the distinction of being among the few who have impressed the pair with mystifying mind magic and hilarious comedic routines. Please note: Penn & Teller will not be present at this event.

October19th

3:30pm&6:30pm

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It’s going to be WILD! Young fans and their families nationwide are in store for even more adventure on the creature trail when the worldfamous Kratt Brothers hit the road with an allnew stage adventure! Wild Kratts® LIVE 2.0 –Activate Creature Power®!, the theatrical production starring Martin and Chris Kratt, based on the Emmy-nominated hit PBS KIDS series, will bring audiences along on a “wild” ride with a dynamic mix of live-action and animation.

8:00pm

Seasoned singer-songwriters Lyle Lovett and John Hiatt have been performing together for decades, complementing one another’s emotional ponderings and lyrical sensibilities each step of the way. Their chemistry has only bloomed over the years with the reverence they hold for each other’s rich and honest sound. In this performance, they team up again for a genre-bending delight, fusing sounds of country, swing, jazz, folk, and gospel. Together, these legendary artists join forces for one unforgettable night of music!

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603-225-1111

October28th 11:00am

Critics widely acknowledge Laurie’s major contribution toward launching what is now dubbed the progressive “kindie rock” movement – i.e. less saccharine, more rocking music that is not dumbed down for children.

Recognized as “the queen of kids’ music” by People magazine, Laurie is a singer, songwriter, performer, author, and founder of Two Tomatoes Records, LLC. She has released 15 bestselling, award-winning albums, was the first recording artist ever to perform in music videos on Nick Jr., appeared regularly on the network's Jack's Big Music Show, and helped develop the short form animated musical preschool series Sing It, Laurie! on Sprout TV.

TheBeatGoesOn

November2nd

7:30pm

The international touring show, “The Beat Goes On” features American singer/actress Lisa McClowry's portrayal of the Goddess of Pop in her one-woman Broadway-style live stage show. Lisa is completely convincing as CHER with every aspect down pat including her singing and speaking voice, the walk, the talk, the costumes, the makeup, and the mannerisms. In addition, the show incorporates a live band, LED walls, video, multiple costume changes, dynamic dialogue, humor, and fun audience participation.

November3rd&

November4th 8:00pm

Bob loves being a comedian & he’s wicked good at it! He’s featured regularly on Sirius XM radio and he even won their Superbowl of Comedy, has put out over 20 comedy CDs and DVDs and was inducted into The Guinness Book of World’s Records for “the longest stand-up comedy show by an individual” at 40 hrs of straight stand-up! In addition, Bob has been on over 100 tv shows including Leno, Letterman, Conan, Jimmy Fallon, Craig Ferguson, and Comedy Central to name just a few, and has costarred in “Boondock Saints” I and II “All Saints Day” playing Detective Greenly. He has toured the the world including the U.S., Europe, Canada, Kuwait, and Iraq.

EVILWOMANTheAmericanELO

November9th

7:30pm

A multi-media concert celebration of the music of ELO. Audiences are left spellbound by the flawless musicianship and vocals of EVIL WOMAN’s 12 musicians as well as the fusion of Beatlesque-Pop and classical arrangements where cellos co-exist with guitars, and where classically tinged rock intersects with pop. Mr. Blue Sky, Roll Over Beethoven, and Evil Woman are among a list of over 20 instantly recognizable chart-topping hit songs.

November8th

7:00pm

The project's creator, renowned producer Frank Peterson, who had previously broken ground as co-creator of the Enigma project, consequently pursued his idea of mergingpop/rock music with chorale in the style of medieval chants.

In times that leave little room for reflection, Gregorian have become a global phenomenon. Their music and concerts are spiritually uplifting and their unique presentation allows their audience to escape from everyday life in a wondrous way.

MarkNormand: YaDon’tSayTour

November18th

7:00pm

Mark Normand is known for his "relentlessly punchy writing and expert delivery" (The Laugh Button) that has made him an internationally known touring comedian. As is one of the most in-demand comedians working today he's selfproduced his own Youtube special, "Out to Lunch" and co-hosts two very popular podcasts, "Tuesdays with Stories" with Joe List and "We Might Be Drunk" with Sam Morril. Mark has also done a Comedy Central HALF HOUR special and appeared on TBS’s CONAN several times.

OneNightofQueen

November12th 7:00pm

One Night of Queen is a touring 2-hour stage show, paying tribute to the stage theatrics and music of Queen. It is performed by Gary Mullen & The Works, a band headed by Freddie Mercury imitator Gary Mullen, who had previously won the talent show Stars in Their Eyes with his vocal and visual imitation of Mercury. The other members of the band are David Brockett on guitar, Jon Halliwell on drums and Malcolm Gentles on keyboards.

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JoanneShawTaylor

November24th

8:00pm

Discovered by Dave Stewart of the Eurythmics when she was only 16 years old and invited to tour the world, Taylor has since become one of the most sought-after guitarists in the industry, with an army of plaudits that includes Jimmy Cliff, Stevie Wonder, Annie Lennox, and more. Still only in her 30s, she’s proven herself as a prolific songwriter, releasing a series of #1 selling Billboard blues albums that cemented her as one of the most important exports in British bluesrock. “Taylor has navigated the journey from rough diamond to global star,” wrote ERB Magazine. “In a male-dominated guitar world, she truly holds her own.”

November19th

7:00pm

Graham Russell & Russell Hitchcock met on May 12, 1975, the first day of rehearsals for "Jesus Christ Superstar" in Sydney, Australia; they became instant friends with their common love for The Beatles and, of course, singing. The trademark sound of Russell Hitchcock's soaring tenor voice and Graham Russell's simple yet majestic songs created a unique sound that would forever be known as Air Supply. However, it is the live shows that always hold audiences captive around the world.

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CapitalJazzOrchestra

HolidayPops

December10th 4:00pm

The Capital Jazz Orchestra 'Holiday Pops!' show is an exciting annual tradition that highlights memorable musical chestnuts as well as featuring vocalists CJ and Laura Poole singing Yuletide classics. Narrator Laura Knoy will recite her unique reading of 'The Night Before Christmas' and there is always a festive sing-along to put everyone in the Holiday spirit!

December9th

1:00pm&3:00pm

Billy builds a snowman and places the hat on its head, christening his new friend “Frosty.” Magically, Frosty comes to life and leads Billy on an adventure through the streets of New York.

BuzzBall2023

December14th 7:00pm

The Greg and The Morning BUZZ BALL is Back!!! Greg and the Morning Buzz Team host to AllStar Cast of musicians, performer, comedians, and special guests. You never know who’ll show up at the BUZZ BALL! (Artists to be announced) A portion of the proceeds goes to Lend a Helping Can- a 501c3 Charity that serves 11 Soup Kitchens in NH.

NatalieMacMasterand DonnellLeahyPresent: ACelticFamilyChristmas

December15th

7:00pm

Award-winning fiddle virtuosos Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy celebrate the holidays with an unforgettable evening of music, dance, and storytelling for the young and the young at heart. To fans of fiddle music, MacMaster needs no introduction. Throughout a 25-year recording career, this Order of Canada recipient has released 11 albums. She has won two JUNO Awards and 11 East Coast Music Awards and been nominated for a Grammy.

December16th 4:30pm

Safe Haven Ballet is thrilled to bring our spirited, full-length ballet of The Nutcracker to The Capital Center for the Arts! This dynamic performance includes all of your favorite characters including a strong-minded Clara to the eccentric Drosselmeyer, the spooky Rats, as well as our beloved Sugarplum Fairy danced by artistic director, Lissa Curtis. In the Land of Sweets you will be introduced to a variation unique to Safe Haven Ballet called The Brave American. We would love your energetic applause!

December17th 4:30pm

The story of a lonely creature who tries to cancel Christmas by stealing the gifts & decorations from the homes of the nearby town of Whoville on Christmas Eve. This ballet is full of laughter, romance, & an important lesson about the true meaning of the holiday season. The Grinch is a unique interactive experience for audience members of all ages & learning opportunity that transforms our ballet stage into a vibrant classroom!

January6th 8:00pm

From the bombastic and epic, to the folky and mystical, Get The Led Out (GTLO) have captured the essence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin and brought it to the concert stage. Utilizing the multi instrumentalists at their disposal, GTLO re-create the songs in all their depth and glory with the studio overdubs that Zeppelin themselves never performed. When you hear three guitars on the album…GTLO delivers three guitarists on stage. No wigs or fake English accents, GTLO brings what the audience wants… a high energy Zeppelin concert with an honest, heart-thumping intensity.

DrumTao

January25th

7:00pm

Established in 1993, with a dream of creating the best show in the world using Taiko drums (Japanese drums), the instrument which has a very rare and unique variety of sound expressions. DRUM TAO set their base at Oita, Japan and started creating their own music, stage set-ups, and costumes to produce their one and only world of entertainment. Many talented artists and staffs gathered to join this creation from all over the world and this is why DRUM TAO can make the peerless and the most modern “JAPANESE ENTERTAINMENT”. 2023 is the 30th anniversary of DRUM TAO!

February10th 2:00pm

Get ready for the ultimate playdate - 65 million years in the making - as Erth’s DINOSAUR ZOO LIVE guides your family on a breathtaking tour that begins in pre-historic Australia. You’ll observe, meet and interact with an eye-popping collection of amazingly life-like dinosaurs and other creatures presented in a theatrical performance that will thrill and entertain kids while stimulating their imaginations in ways that will forever connect them to their world.

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TheFourPhantoms

Februrary29th

7:00pm

An extravagant celebration of the iconic music of Broadway and more, The Four Phantoms In Concert brings together four Phantoms from the Tony Award-winning The Phantom of the Opera for an unforgettable night of entertainment. The Four Phantoms features an extraordinary quartet of performers, including Brent Barrett, John Cudia, Franc D’Ambrosio, and Ciarán Sheehan under the music supervision of two-time Grammy Award-winner David Caddick and music direction of Ryan Shirar.

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CelticWoman

March22nd 7:30pm

An extravagant celebration of the iconic music of Broadway and more, The Four Phantoms In Concert brings together four Phantoms from the Tony Award-winning The Phantom of the Opera for an unforgettable night of entertainment. The Four Phantoms features an extraordinary quartet of performers, including Brent Barrett, John Cudia, Franc D’Ambrosio, and Ciarán Sheehan under the music supervision of two-time Grammy Award-winner David Caddick and music direction of Ryan Shirar.

March3rd 4:00pm

Get ready for the ultimate playdate - 65 million years in the making - as Erth’s DINOSAUR ZOO LIVE guides your family on a breathtaking tour that begins in pre-historic Australia. You’ll observe, meet and interact with an eye-popping collection of amazingly life-like dinosaurs and other creatures presented in a theatrical performance that will thrill and entertain kids while stimulating their imaginations in ways that will forever connect them to their world.

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JazzatLincolnCenter Presents:SingandSwing

March27th

7:00pm

For over three decades, Jazz at Lincoln Center, under the direction of Wynton Marsalis, has been a leading advocate for jazz, culture and arts education globally. The Jazz at Lincoln Center PRESENTS touring initiative provides an affordable opportunity to present great jazz programming, featuring up-and-coming musicians who have been identified as rising stars by Jazz at Lincoln Center. After the success of the Jazz at Lincoln Center PRESENTS: Songs We Love tour,

March23rd

7:30pm

Game Over(ture); a symphonic journey through the music of video games

You don't want to be AFK (Away From Keyboard) for this! Get camping and secure your tickets for this GG! Join Maestro Roger Kalia, and special guests for a musical journey through the incredible musical world of video games. We promise no Easter Eggs and plenty of DLC before the concert. From the iconic music of Koji Kondo (Mario and Zelda) to the award-winning score for Austin Wintory’s Journey, and so much more, don't let this be "game over" for you - get your tickets before they are gone!

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NortheasternBallet

Theatrepresents: Giselle

May5th

4:00pm

Discover the heart-wrenching tale of Giselle, a romantic story of pure love and treachery. Follow the story of Count Albrecht, a notorious philanderer, and his innocent love, Giselle, who trusts him completely. Will their love stand the test of time, or will betrayal tear them apart? Find out in this captivating tale of love and deceit.

Popovich ComedyPetTheatre

April13th 3:00pm

The Popovich Comedy Pet Theater is entertainment for the whole family, featuring the unique blend of comedy and juggling skills of Ukranian circus performer Gregory Popovich and the extraordinary talents of his performing pets. His entourage consists of world-class jugglers, Diamond the Shetland Pony and over 30 performing pets including house cats and dogs (all rescued from animal shelters!), geese, white doves and parrots.

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SymphonyNH: MusicofJohnWilliamsStarWarsandmore!

June8th

7:30pm

Symphony NH closes our 100th Anniversary celebration with the timeless sounds of one of the most iconic composers and conductors of all time, John Williams. Revel in the majestic music of John Williams - everyone's favorite is herefrom Star Wars to Superman to Indiana Jones to Harry Potter and more! Maestro Roger Kalia leads Symphony NH in a grand season finale befitting our history.

May17th

7:30pm

A beautiful re-creation of the Carole King songbook performed with live band and multimedia images.

Starring Jeannie Austin on piano and vocals with her back-up singers and band, Tapestry: Tribute to Carole Kingfaithfully recreates the glorious sound of a Carole King concert, leaving you with memories of the great music she wrote and recorded, including “You’ve Got a Friend”, “Take Good Care of My Baby”, “The Loco-Motion” , “Natural Woman”, “It’s Too Late”, “So Far Away”, “Pleasant Valley Sunday”, “One Fine Day”, “Beautiful”, and “I Feel the Earth Move”.

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North Country Center for the Art’s IMPACT Program, a Touring Children’s Theatre Troupe, performs a different fairytale every week for six weeks, starting after 4th of July weekend. Each production travels to different venues throughout the Granite State and features a cast of 4 to 5 professional actors, plus set pieces, costumes, props, original music, and more! Our 45 – 50 minute adaptations are written to be enjoyed by both children and adults alike.

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July11th 10:00am

Not Fade Away Band performs DeadZeppelin: NFAB is ready to rock for this special event featuring Grateful Dead and Led Zeppelin mashups, all done in NFAB's own style.

July18th 10:00am

Not Fade Away Band performs DeadZeppelin: NFAB is ready to rock for this special event featuring Grateful Dead and Led Zeppelin mashups, all done in NFAB's own style.

July25th 10:00am

In a magic kingdom where good and bad fairies roam, the prick of a spinning wheel needle sets off a curse that puts the entire kingdom to sleep. With the help of a good fairy, only a brave Prince can defeat evil and wake the Princess from her sleepy kingdom.

Under the sea magic follows a young mermaid as she looks to discover a world beyond the ocean walls. With the help of an evil sea witch, she is able to cast off her fins for feet and a pair of legs, but she might be in over her head when she realizes the sea witch’s true intentions!

August1st 10:00am

August8th 10:00am

An amateur brother-and-sister team of explorers have come across a lot of unusual things in their young lives, but nothing compares to a house made entirely out of candy! But just who is the impressive architect behind this tasty piece of art, and what secret are they hiding within its sweet and sugary walls?

DuelingPianos

July28th

8:00pm

It is a massive “to the top of your lungs” sing along with all your friends! Two grand pianos are center-stage with a team of outrageously talented pianists that seem to know every song ever written.

PointlessCulture

August4th

8:00pm

Pointless Culture is an indie/alternative rock group based out of central New Hampshire composed of Harrison Fantasia, Harrison Hinman, Ben Schultz, and Nolan Cota.

RebeccaTurmelDuo

August6th 6:00pm

Rebecca Turmel is a singer-songwriter who began her recording career in 2022. Her debut single “Am I Missing Something” was released in July 2022 and has over 8k streams on Spotify.

RichardRussoonMain

August1st

7:00pm

RICHARD RUSSO is the author of nine novels, most recently Chances Are , Everybody’s Fool and That Old Cape Magic; two collections of stories; and the memoir Elsewhere. In 2002 he received the Pulitzer Prize for Empire Falls, which, like Nobody’s Fool, was adapted into a multiple-award-winning miniseries; in 2017, he received France’s Grand Prix de Littérature Américaine. He lives in Portland, Maine

AnnPatchettonMain

August8th

7:00pm

ANN PATCHETT is the author of nine novels: The Patron Saint of Liars, Taft, The Magician’s Assistant, Bel Canto, Run, State of Wonder, Commonwealth, The Dutch House and Tom Lake.

AnyGivenSin&Shallow Side

August17th

8:00pm

The Sinful Side Tour: Any Given Sin & Shallow Side, with special guest Outlier

Blue Light Rain with SansSouci

August18th

8:00pm

Blue Light Rain is a high energy celebration of the music of the Grateful Dead Brought together in 2008 by Andy Laliotis (guitar/vocals), and Rob Farquhar (bass/vocals)for a one off gig on Jerry Garcia's birthday

August19th

Miko Marks released her critically-acclaimed album, Our Country, in March ’21, and since has been taking the music industry by storm

We are hosting another LIVE R-Rated Family Feud Game Show! Everyone is invited to play, simply add your team to the group slection pot or if you want to play on a randomly selected team

August26th 8:00pm

Jimmy Dunn is an actor and comedian who is most recognized from the CBS sitcom, The McCarthys, where he co-starred as Sean McCarthy He's performed on some of the comedy world's biggest stages, including Montreal’s Just For Laughs Comedy Festival, The Late Show with David Letterman, CONAN, and Comics Come Home with Denis Leary. When home in New England, Jimmy co-hosts the “Two Boston Guys Whack Up a Pie” podcast with his friend and fellow Boston comedian, Tony V. Jimmy is also a published author. He’s written three books, the most recent entitled “Your Kid’s First Poker Book”, considered by many as the best book ever written in the Children’s Self-help Gambling genre.

Boston Sports fans know Jimmy from his many appearances on NESN, (The New England Sports Network). He was the co-host of Fan Attic, a classic sports highlight show for the Bruins and Red Sox, and wrote and hosted The Traveling Fan segments on the Red Sox Pre-game Show He was also the wise-cracking voice of Sox Appeal, the Emmy award winning dating game show that took place inside Boston’s Fenway Park

JamieLeeThurstonwith ShanaStackBand

September7th

7:00pm

Thurston is not only a hit songwriter and powerful singer, he also happens to be an electrifying guitar player, music producer, and a rare, natural born entertainer.

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Journeyman

September8th

8:00pm

Shaun Hague has built quite the resume in the last decade of his life At just 17, he was named “The Best Young Blues Guitarist” by The House of Blues

JeremyJordan

September9th

8:00pm

Jeremy Jordan is best known for his Tony and Grammy-nominated portrayal of Jack Kelly in Newsies on Broadway, as well as his many roles on television including series regulars on CW's "Supergirl”, NBC's “Smash” and Disney's “Tangled.

FeelGoodFestfeaturing theSpinDoctors

September16th

8:00pm

Join us for a lively evening of music featuring local band Beechwood and one of the 90’s great alternative bands, The Spin Doctors.

TheFreeRangeRevue

September21st

9:00pm

This is a performance space in which Performers will be presenting a variety of talents (drag, burlesque, music, dance, and beyond) in the name of community building and uplifting New Hampshire's queer community

HenryRollins

September22nd

8:00pm

On the Good To See You tour Henry will faithfully recount the events of his life in the brief pre-COVID period since the last tour and when things got even stranger over the last several months. It's been an interesting time to say the least and he's got some great stories to tell.

JanivaMagness

September23rd

7:30pm

Singer-songwriter-author Janiva Magness makes a forceful return on June 24 with the release of Hard to Kill, the Los Angeles-based musician’s first new collection in three years, on her own label Fathead Records

FreeseBrothers

SwingDance

September24th

2:30pm

The Concord-based Freese Brothers Big Band is in its 42nd year of keeping the sounds of swing and classic Big Band music alive -entertaining concert and dance audiences throughout the region.

the 9's, Dean Ford embodies PRINCE with every fiber of his being, giving you a show as close as you will ever get to the real thing

Dressed

Tommy Katona and Texas Flood have become one of the premier blues bands in all of North Texas

MuddyRuckus

October13th

8:00pm

Muddy Ruckus is a duo of “darkly inventive americana” according to the New York Music Daily. Guitarist Ryan Flaherty and drummer Erika Stahl of Portland, Maine play a grungy style of railroad indie punk blues

MattAndersen

October22nd

7:00pm

When Matt Andersen steps on stage, he brings a lifetime of music to every note he plays His latest album, The Big Bottle of Joy, is all about hard-won celebration.

LegendHasIt

October25th

6:00pm&8:30pm

Teton Gravity Research is rolling into town for the winter kick-off celebration of the year. On Wednesday, October 25th, join us at the Capital Center for the Arts - Bank of NH Stage as we bring our 28th annual ski and snowboard film, Legend Has It, to the big screen.

October26th

8:00pm

Kalmia Traver and Alex Toth, the group’s front persons, co-writers and co-producers create Rubblebucket’s intricately sparkling beats, hushed-yet-hooky vocals, and irresistible melodic complexity.

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The Met: Live

The Met: Live

DeadLetterOffice:

TributetoREM

November3rd

8:00pm

Dead Letter Office have dedicated themselves to faithfully reproducing the music and energy of a live R E M show

8:00pm

Scissorfight is the leading speed doom band in the world. Despite the lack of an official "speed doom" category on Wikipedia, Scissorfight is undeterred in their pursuit of heavy grooves and riffs.

ArtimusPyle

November9th

8:00pm

Artimus Pyle Band is more than just a “tribute” to Lynyrd Skynyrd, it's a tribute to the man that defined it

SpencerandtheWalrus

November17th

8:00pm

Now in it’s 20th year, Spencer and the Walrus is a band of Portland, ME based musicians who come together through a shared love of Beatles music

AnEveningwithTomRush

accompaniedbyMattNakoa

November10th-8pm

Tom Rush is a gifted musician and performer, whose shows offer a musical celebration a journey into the tradition and spectrum of what music has been, can be, and will become. His distinctive guitar style, wry humor and warm, expressive voice have made him both a legend and a lure to audiences around the world. His shows are filled with the rib-aching laughter of terrific story-telling, the sweet melancholy of ballads and the passion of gritty blues. Rush's impact on the American music scene has been profound He helped shape the folk revival in the '60s and the renaissance of the '80s and '90s, his music having left its stamp on generations of artists, such as James Taylor & Garth Brooks, who've both credited him as a main influence, Joni Mitchell, Jackson Browne, Nanci Griffith and Shawn Colvin.

Matt Nakoa is an internationally touring singer/songwriter, who appears regularly with folk icon Tom Rush. Across the board, his songcraft has garnered awards, including a win at Kerrville Folk Festival’s prestigious New Folk Competition and as “Most Requested” at The Falcon Ridge Folk Festival Though not easily pinned down, “In sum,” as a recent review put it, “Matt Nakoa is musically adept, one of those well-kept secrets you just can’t help but celebrate: intimate and genuine, soulful and bittersweet.

ScottyAustin formerlyofSavingAbel

December15th

8:00pm

Scotty Austin, formally of Saving Abel for over a decade, has used his natural talent and ear for distinct sounds to produce expressive song lyrics and music throughout his career. His hard work and dedication has continued to be met with astounding results, even landing him on a #1 hit video game soundtrack with the band Supernova Syndicate for the smash hit game Dead Rising. In addition, he was the band leader for Jonathan Singleton, one of Nashville’s biggest singer-songwriters, and also played lead guitar in the group Full Devil Jacket on their second record. New England rock band, Feverslip, is Scotty's backing band.

Arcantica is a regional heavy rock band hailing from New Hampshire. Setting the stage with hardhitting debut EP Withered, they opened up the doors to many more possibilities than they could've imagined, with catchy electronic leads, heavy guitars, and pounding drums. From aggressive, soaring choruses found in Ruin, to soft, building ballads like Save You, Arcantica isn't afraid to branch off in all different sounds.

SymphonyNH: WyntonMarsalis's AFiddler'sTale

November12th

3:00pm

Wynton Marsalis’s A Fiddler’s Tale

Symphony NH premieres Grammy Award winning jazz trumpeter and composer Wynton Marsalis’s acclaimed A Fiddler’s Tale. A modernized version of Igor Stravinsky’s The Soldier’s Tale, an iconic tale of fame, fortune and the devil. Blues, Jazz, tangos, rags, waltzes, classical music – and more - are heard in this updated story of love, greed, and Faustian bargains.

Guest Artist Danny Rivera will join Symphony NH in the role of the narrator

SymphonyNH:

SarahKirklandSnider's

Penelope

March3rd

3:00pm

Sarah Kirkland Snider's Penelope

Vocalist Corrine Byrne returns to SNH to reprise her role in Sarah Kirkland Snider’s Penelope, an evocative and moving song cycle inspired by Homer’s The Odyssey. Praised by Gramophone Magazine as “One of the most powerful expressions of the indie classical style” Penelope is” a meditation on memory, identity and what it means to come home.”

December22nd-7:00pm

Based in Conway, NH, The Heather Pierson Jazz Trio (Heather, piano and vocals; Shawn Nadeau, bass; Craig Bryan, drums) performs a rich variety of Heather's originals, jazz and blues standards, and unique re-workings of familiar American music In their annual December offering, they share their interpretation of Vince Guaraldi’s iconic soundtrack of ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ plus other Guaraldi compositions and other holiday favorites Heather is a pianist, singer/songwriter, and performer known for her bell tone vocals and equal parts New Orleans-Oscar-Brubeck jazz piano leanings.

The Heather Pierson Jazz Trio perform the entirety of the Charlie Brown Christmas album as recorded by the Vince Guaraldi Trio, as well as other Guaraldi compositions.

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Dining Guide

Thank you for patronizing our generous Hospitality Partners for your pre or post show dining.

Alan's of Boscawen

Casual Family Dining

133 N Main St , Boscawen

603-753-6631

www alansofboscawen com

The Barley House

Tavern Food & Micro Brews

132 N Main St , Concord 603-228-6363

www thebarleyhouse com

Beijing & Tokyo

Chinese & Japanese Cuisine

61 S Main St , Concord 603-228-0888

www beijingtokyoconcord com

The Common Man

American Fare

25 Water St , Concord 603-228-3463

www thecman com

Constantly Pizza

Pizza, Subs, & Salads

39 S Main St , Concord 603-224-9366

www constantlypizza net

The Draft Sports Bar & Grill

BBQ & American Fare

67 S Main St , Concord 603-227-1175

www draftsportsbar com

EJ's On Main

Brick Oven Pizza & More

172 N Main St , Concord 603-224-3463

www ejsonmain com

The Granite Restaurant & Bar

Local Ingredients, International Fare 96 Pleasant St , Concord 603-227-9005

www graniterestaurant com

Hermanos Cocina Mexicana

Authentic Mexican Fare 11 Hills Ave , Concord 603-224-5669

www hermanosmexican com

Revival Kitchen & Bar

Approachable Fine Dining

11 Depot St , Concord 603-715-5723

www revivalkitchennh com

The Works Café

Breakfast, Coffee & Smoothies 42 N Main St Concord 603-226-1827

www workscafe com

Didn't have time to stop at one of our Hospitality Partners?

Both CCA venues serve concessions, drinks, and snacks.

And, be sure to try our Culinary Artist in Residence, Batulo’s Kitchen! Somali cuisine, open Wed-Fri, 11-6, located at BNHS. www.batuloskitchen.com

603-225-1111

About us...

OUR STORY

The story of the Capitol Center for the Arts is one of vision, hard work, and generosity Thanks to the dedication of community leaders, the CCA opened its doors in 1995 marking a new era in Concord’s cultural and community life. For 27 years the CCA has engaged outstanding performers from around the globe and welcomed patrons from throughout New Hampshire, New England, and beyond to experience live music, theater, dance, and comedy as well as the best in broadcast presentations of opera, and other performances Our history includes three successful capital campaigns – the first of which opened our doors, the second of which provided for critical updates to patron amenities, and a third which opened the Bank of NH Stage in 2019. We take seriously our role as an anchor in our community, welcoming everyone through our doors to come together for the shared experience of live performance We look forward to expanding our programs beyond our theater walls and continuing to be an important part of the thriving cultural sector and a leader in Concord’s creative economy

OUR MISSION

The CCA believes in the power of arts experiences to shape lives and strengthen community bonds To that end, CCA’s mission is to serve both area residents and virtual and in-person visitors from near and far through live dynamic engagements with performing artists that inspire, educate, and entertain, deepening human-to-human connections, expanding community vitality, and generating economic growth

OUR COMMITMENT TO OUR COMMUNITY

Guided by the belief that the performing arts are both for and by all peoples, the Capitol Center is committed to creating a community where both the art presented on the CCA stages, and the audiences for that art represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve We hereby strengthen our commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility We acknowledge our responsibility as a prominent arts institution for creating an environment of active anti-racism and dismantling systemic barriers.

Foundation Partners

Patron Services

When is the Box Office open?

The Box Office is open Monday-Friday from noon to 6 p.m. at the Bank of NH Stage, 16 South Main St The Box Office is also open one hour prior to each performance at the venue where the performance is occurring for Will Call & ticket sales exclusively to that performance.

Can

I return my tickets?

All sales are final. We do not offer refunds. Members of the Capitol Center for the Arts may exchange tickets for credit towards future performances by returning the tickets to the Box Office at least 24 hours in advance of the performance.

What do I do if the show is cancelled?

In the event of a cancellation, we will make every effort to notify patrons beforehand. If you purchased your tickets with a credit card, your account will be credited If you purchased your tickets with cash or a check, you will be mailed a refund check. Refunds cannot be processed for cash

Where do I park?

There is free on-street parking after 7 p.m. and a parking garage located three blocks north of the Capitol Center at Capitol Commons. The garage entrance is on Storrs Street.

Where is the handicapped parking?

The City of Concord has designated four spaces directly in front of the Capitol Center for handicapped parking. These spaces generally do fill up fast. The CCA has staff and ushers who can help transport patrons from the curb into the theatre Please contact the Box Office in advance of the performance if you might need assistance.

Where is the closest ATM?

There is an ATM on the street just outside of the Bank of New Hampshire Stage.

Where are the closest restaurants?

There are many fine restaurants within walking distance of the Capitol Center Many support the Capitol Center through our Hospitality Partner program, and we encourage you to patronize those establishments.

Patron Services

What time does the lobby open? What time is seating?

The lobby opens 1 hour before performances, and seating generally begins 30 minutes before the performance time listed on your ticket

Can I bring food or drinks into the theatre?

Food and beverages from our concessions stand and bars are allowed. At our Chubb Theatre location, we request that pizza be consumed in the Governor’s Hall Lobby only

Are cameras/recording devices allowed at the performance?

Non-professional, non-flash cell phone photography is permitted unless posted otherwise Video recording is not permitted.

Do you provide a wheelchair for patrons?

We do have wheelchairs Please ask an usher for assistance

Who do I see if I have a problem during the performance?

Direct your question first to an usher If he or she can't help, you will be directed to the House Manager.

What should I do if I'm being disturbed by the behavior of nearby patrons?

Don't hesitate to notify an usher, who has been trained to deal with most issues

Do I have to wait in the lobby or the back of the theatre if I'm late for a show or event?

Each show has its own policy for late seating to ensure the best possible performance for all patrons and we are contractually obligated to follow these policies.

Where do I put my coat?

The Capitol Center does not have a coat check and is unable to assume responsibility for any items left unattended.

Where is the lost and found?

The lost and found is located in the Box Office at each venue. You may ask an usher to look for a lost item or call the Box Office the next business day

Corporate Partners

Leadership Partner:

Center Stage Partner:

Spotlight Partner:

Marquee Partners:

Encore Partners:

Corporate Partners

Headliner Partners:

Corporate Partners

Opening Act Partners:

AARP New Hampshire

CASA of New Hampshire

Concord TV

Elektrisola, Inc.

Ledyard Bank

Nathan Wechsler & Co. P.A.

RBC Wealth Management

Community Partners:

Acromm Communications Corporation

Associated Grocers of New England

The Common Man

Revival Kitchen & Bar

Hospitality Partners:

Alan's of Boscawen

The Barely House Restaurant & Tavern

Beijing & Tokyo

Constantly Pizza

The Draft Sports Bar & Grill

Hermanos Cocina Mexicana

The Works Café

Main Street Partners:

CandleTree Soy Candles

Devine, Millimet, and Branch, P.A.

Gondwana & Divine Clothing Co.

Penumbra

Speedy Printing & Copying

Teatotaller

CCA Staff

Sal Prizio, Executive Director

Andy Aldous, Production Manager

Katie Collins, Director of Development

Troy Cromwell, Design and Media Manager

Susan DeForest, Office Manager & Executive Assistant to Sal Prizio

Ethan Drew, Production Manager

Katie Duncan, Membership Manager

Eric Dussault, Production Manager

Rae Easter, Development Manager

Lorne Gregory, Director of Ticketing Services

Jessica Livingston, Community Outreach Coordinator

Branden Marceau, Production Manager

Jesse Evans, Events Manager

Noah Yandow, Associate Events Manager

Steve Martin, Director of Production and Facilities

Kevin McBrearty, Front of House Assistant

Leslie Minchin, Box Office Associate

Sheree Owens, Director of Programming and Marketing

Bex Sprano, Box Office Assistant Manager

Robert Pascoe, Box Office Associate

Joe Testa, Box Office Associate

Ashley Wakefield, Programming & Marketing Assistant

Flo Woods, Box Office Associate

Michael Woods, Patron Services Manager

Noah Yandow, Event Team Lead

Dawn Coutu, Front of House Staff & Volunteer Coordinator