FIRST SATURDAY NEW SHOWS ON SALE!
Our “First Saturday” on sale event for members is Saturday, April 7. The following NEW shows go on sale to members at 10am for walk-up, at noon for phone and internet sales. Tickets on sale to non-members Saturday, April 21 at noon. To become a member, go online to TheMusicHall.org, call 603.766.2176, or email AHahalis@themusichall.org.
PRESENTING SPONSOR:
WRITERS ON A NEW ENGLAND STAGE JENNIFER EGAN
Tue., June 26 • 7pm • Historic Theater • GA $13.75*
The Pulitzer Prize–winning author of A Visit from the Goon Squad visits with her NY Times bestseller Manhattan Beach, just out in paperback.
LIVE AT THE LOFT HEATHER MALONEY
Thu., May 17 • 7:30pm • Loft • $18 ‡
Her pure, crystalline voice calls to mind Joni Mitchell.
THE OGUNQUIT PLAYHOUSE AT THE MUSIC HALL PRESENTS ELF
THE MUSICAL
Wed., November 28 - Sun., December 16 • Historic Theater Tickets starting at $45; 18 & under starting at $38 Early Bird Discounts - see pg 7 for details
Based on the hilarious 2003 film, this modern day holiday classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner Elf After all, the best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear!
WRITERS IN THE LOFT CELESTE NG WITH JOE HILL
Thu., June 7 • 7pm • Loft • $41*
The author of this year’s runaway bestseller, coast-to-coast named "best book of the year,” takes the stage with author Joe Hill.
WRITERS IN THE LOFT JOHN HODGMAN
Thu., May 31 • 7pm • Loft • $30*
Bestselling author, actor, and former fake news practitioner on The Daily Show shares his reallife, all-true wanderings through New England.
LIVE AT THE LOFT GIRLS GUNS AND GLORY
Fri., June 8 • 8pm • Loft • $15 ‡
Rising stars of country music from Boston, back for more at the Loft.
* Check TheMusicHall.org for ticket details ‡ On Sale to
LIVE AT THE LOFT JALEN N'GONDA
Sun., June 10 • 7pm • Loft • $15 ‡
He evokes the best of 60s and 70s Motown, but makes it all his own.
LIVE AT THE LOFT ALL OUR EXES LIVE IN TEXAS Fri., June 22 • 8pm • Loft • $22 ‡
This foursome is the most badass female folk band around.
LIVE AT THE LOFT PATTY LARKIN
Sat., August 4 • 8pm • Loft • $25
“One of the most gifted performers in music today” – Chicago Tribune
FIRST SATURDAY ALREADY ON SALE!
INTIMATELY YOURS MICHAEL MCDONALD
Tue., May 15 • 7:30pm • Historic Theater • $58; $78; $95
An enduring force in popular music, touring behind his new album, Wide Open
INTIMATELY YOURS BEN HARPER & CHARLIE MUSSELWHITE
Thu., June 7 • 8pm • Historic Theater • $59; $68 Two storied musicians team up for an evening of blues.
RENTAL PARTNERS
INTIMATELY YOURS INDIGO GIRLS (SOLD OUT)
Fri., May 18 • 8pm • Historic Theater • $42; $52
This iconic folk rock duo is touring behind their latest release, One Lost Day
INTIMATELY YOURS AN EVENING WITH MELISSA ETHERIDGE
Sun., June 17 • 7:30pm • Historic Theater • $55; $84; $105
Folk-rocker known for her mixture of confessional lyrics and whiskeysmoked vocals.
INNOVATION + LEADERSHIP MARK RICHARDSON AND DAN JAFFE, NEW ENGLAND WILD FLOWER SOCIETY
Tue., May 1 • 7pm • Loft • $36*
Just in time for planting season - don't miss this essential gardener's guide to growing native in New England.
Signature Sounds and Bright & Lyon presents SINEAD O’CONNOR AKA MAGDA DAVITT Tue., April 24 • 7:30pm • Historic Theater
Seacoast Media Group presents SEACOAST
ON STAGE
WRITERS ON A NEW ENGLAND STAGE KATY TUR Sun., April 8 • 4pm • Historic Theater • $13.75*
Hear from NBC Correspondent Katy Tur about her NY Times bestseller and the darkly comic, fascinatingly bizarre 2016 presidential campaign; her 501 days reporting on - and taking fire from - Republican Nominee Donald Trump.
Writers on a NE Stage Reception - Patron level members and above can join us backstage for a reception immediately following the show. The reception is complimentary but you will need a ticket to the show. For more information, contact Alexis Hahalis at 603.766.2176 or AHahalis@themusichall.org.
WRITERS ON A NEW ENGLAND STAGE IS A PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN:
PRESENTING SPONSORS:
SERIES SPONSOR: Piscataqua Landscaping & Tree Service
MEDIA PARTNER:
EVENING SPONSOR: Great Bay Limousine, Inc.
LIVE AT THE LOFT NEW BREED BRASS BAND Sat., April 7 • 8pm • Loft • $22
New Breed Brass Band lives and breathes the culture of New Orleans, infusing funk, rock, jazz, and hip-hop into a custom-made enhancement of second-line brass band tradition.
MEDIA PARTNERS:
SERIES SPONSOR: *
Live Free Photography –[Liv] Frame Print
ON STAGE
LIVE AT THE LOFT BOBBY LONG Fri., April 13 • 8pm • Loft • $12
SERIES
SPONSOR:
Long, a singer-songwriter who cut his teeth in the London folk music scene, has earned a reputation as a gutsy, captivating performer with a blues-infused voice and a poet’s sensibility. Live Free Photography –[Liv] Frame Print
LIVE AT THE LOFT KIM RICHEY Sun., April 15 7pm Loft $22
Two-time Grammy-nominated Richey is a storyteller; a weaver of emotions and a tugger of heartstrings. Tender, poetic, and aching with life’s truths, Kim’s songs transport you to her world, where words paint pictures and melodies touch the soul.
SERIES
SPONSOR:
MEDIA PARTNERS:
Free Photography –[Liv]
Live
Frame Print
ON STAGE
HILARITY
JOE DEROSA
Thu., April 5 • 7:30pm • Loft • $16
A writer, actor, and stand-up comedian who has won over fans with his brand of comedy that mixes brutal honesty and frustration at the workings of the world.
SERIES
SPONSORS:
LIVE AT THE LOFT
CHRIS TRAPPER
Sat., April 28 • 8pm • Loft • $22
Boston-based artist Chris Trapper’s music can best be described as lyrically driven roots-pop, with a knack for telling everyday stories filled with extraordinary characters.
SERIES SPONSOR:
WRITERS IN THE LOFT C.J. BOX
Fri., April 6 • 7pm • Loft • $41*
The #1 New York Times bestselling author comes to town with his latest western mystery featuring Joe Pickett, the Wyoming game warden and unassuming lawman.
SERIES SPONSOR: RMC Research Corporation
SCHOOL DAYS SERIES CLEMENTINE
Tue., April 3 • 9:30am & 11:30am • Historic Theater • $6
Come join America’s favorite curly-haired carrot-top as she navigates the hilarious waters of friendship, family, school, and mischief on an epic third grade adventure you’ll never forget.
SERIES
SPONSORS:
ADDITIONAL SUPPORT HAS BEEN GENEROUSLY PROVIDED BY: Cogswell Benevolent Trust; Demoulas Foundation; The French Foundation; The Fuller Foundation; Heinemann Publishing; Speedway Children’s Charities Measured Progress
OUR COMMUNITY
Member Spotlight:
The McElroys
This month, we chatted with Vanessa McElroy, a Music Hall member at the Supporter level as well as a homeowner for a featured home on this year’s 27th Annual Kitchen Tour. Don't miss this year's tour on Sat., May 12, see how local turn-of-the century abodes have been renovated to showcase dream kitchens of all shapes and sizes.
Q: What drew you to become a Music Hall Member?
A: We feel lucky to live in such a vibrant arts area and want to support that aspect of Portsmouth and the seacoast region. The Music Hall is such a historic and unique arts center that helps to make Portsmouth a rich cultural community.
MEMBERS ENJOY:
CONVENIENCE! Sign up for our convenient Annual Auto Renewal program and never miss a beat! To enroll, check the box on your membership renewal form or contact Alexis at 603.766.2176
Q: You have a beautiful kitchen. As a featured home on this year's Kitchen Tour, what was your design inspiration? What is your favorite design aspect about your kitchen?
A: I love the color and the center island. It's an open space for entertaining but it's a practical and functional space for us as well. We wanted to create a space where our family could feel comfortable and spend time together that was kid-friendly. It's the room that we spend the most time in and we wanted it to be warm and inviting - for us as well as guests.
Q: What has been your favorite show so far at the theater, and is there anyone coming up that you’re particularly looking forward to seeing?
A: Our whole family loved White Christmas! We're looking forward to making it an annual tradition! I was also excited to attend Shelter: A One Billion Rising Event in February to benefit Haven, a local non profit that I support. There are so many upcoming shows that I'm looking forward to... hearing Katy Tur (Writers on a New England Stage) in April, Amy Black: The Music of Memphis & Muscle Shoals, and the Black Lillies coming in June.
Q: What are some of the “unexpected benefits” you’ve enjoyed from being a Music Hall member and what would you tell others who are considering joining?
A: What we appreciate most as members, is that the Music Hall events are something that our entire family can enjoy together and there is a variety of events to see, from live music shows to movies to opera to the Writers in the Loft series. There is always something new and interesting that's being offered.
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT ON ELF THE MUSICAL
Members can take an additional 10% off their tickets to the first week of the show (Nov. 28 - Dec. 2). Promotion runs through June 30. Don’t be a cotton-headed ninnymuggins, get your tickets early.
• 10% discount for Friend level (save up to $9.70/ticket)
• 20 % discount for Advocate-Patron (save up to $19.40/ticket)
• 30 % discount for Backer-Stakeholder (save up to $29.10/ticket)
ACCESS! Members at the Patron level and above are invited to Directors Club events throughout the year. Join us this month for a farm-to-table dinner experience at the Kensington Food Barn at Eastman’s Corner on Wednesday, April 18. Space is limited. Contact Alexis at 603.766.2176 for details or to upgrade your membership.
COMING SOON: MAY MEMBERSHIP MONTH
Credit: David J. Murray/ClearEyePhoto.com
Credit: Sydney Bilodeau
ON SCREEN HISTORIC THEATER
Film tickets: $12 Adults; $9 Seniors 60+, Students & Military
EXTRAORDINARY CINEMA
EXTRAORDINARY CINEMA
SERIES SPONSOR:
MET AT THE MUSIC HALL
SERIES SPONSOR: RiverWoods Exeter
MEDIA PARTNERS:
See Calendar on page 14 for Show & Tell Discussions
PRESENTING CINEMA SPONSOR:
MOLLY'S
GAME R • 2h 20m • US
3/30, 3/31, 4/4 7pm
Written and directed by Aaron Sorkin (his feature film directing debut). Based on the true story of Molly Bloom (Jessica Chastain), an Olympic-class skier who ran the world's most exclusive high-stakes poker game for a decade before being arrested in the middle of the night by 17 FBI agents wielding automatic weapons.
PHANTOM THREAD
R • 2h 10m • US
4/6, 4/10, 4/11, 4/12 • 7pm
Set in 1950's London, Reynolds Woodcock is a renowned dressmaker whose fastidious life is disrupted by a young, strong-willed woman, Alma, who becomes his muse and lover. Academy Award winner for Best Costume Design.
FILM STARS DON’T DIE IN LIVERPOOL
4/17, 4/18, 4/19 • 7pm
R • 1h 45m • UK
What starts as a vibrant affair between legendary femme fatale Gloria (Annette Bening) and her young lover Peter Turner (Jamie Bell) quickly grows into a deeper relationship, with Gloria turning to Peter for comfort.
A FANTASTIC WOMAN
R • 1h 44m • Chile • Subtitled 4/21, 4/25, 4/26 • 7pm, 4/22 • 4pm
Marina, a transgender woman who works as a waitress and moonlights as a nightclub singer, is bowled over by the death of her older boyfriend. Academy Award winner for Best Foreign Language Film.
THE GREATEST SHOWMAN
PG • 1h 45m • US
4/27, 4/28, 5/1, 5/2, 5/3 • 7pm, 4/29 • 4pm
Inspired by the imagination of P.T. Barnum, this original musical celebrates the birth of show business and a visionary who rose from nothing to create a spectacle that became a worldwide sensation. With Hugh Jackman, Zac Efron, and Michelle Williams. Score by Oscar (La La Land) and Tony (Dear Evan Hansen) winners Ben Pasek and Justin Paul.
LUISA
MILLER (VERDI)
Sat., April 14 • 12:30pm • Historic Theater • $29; $15 for 18 & under
Starring Sonya Yoncheva as a peasant girl, Luisa, opposite Piotr Beczala as Rodolfo in Verdi’s tragedy about a young woman who sacrifices her own happiness in an attempt to save her father’s life.
DON'T MISS! OPERA CONNECTION Sat., April 14 • 11am • Loft
CENDRILLON (MASSENET)
Sat., April 28 • 1pm • Historic Theater • $29; $15 for 18 & under Massenet’s enchanting opera, based on Cinderella, premieres at the Met conducted by Bertrand de Billy and directed by Laurent Pelly, whose credits include staging Donizetti’s La Fille du Régiment and Massenet’s Manon.
ON SCREEN LOFT
Film tickets: $12 Adults; $9 Seniors 60+, Students & Military
EXTRAORDINARY CINEMA
EXTRAORDINARY CINEMA
SERIES SPONSOR:
See Calendar on page 14 for Show & Tell Discussions
PRESENTING CINEMA SPONSOR:
LEANING INTO THE WIND: ANDY GOLDSWORTHY
3/31, 4/3, 4/4, 4/18, 4/19 • 7pm
PG • 1h 33m • UK
From urban Edinburgh and London to the South of France and New England, each environment Andy Goldsworthy encounters becomes a fresh kaleidoscopic canvas for his art. A lushly-visualized travelogue, Goldsworthy's work and Thomas Riedelsheimer's exquisite cinematography redefine landscape and inextricably tie human life to the natural world.
ITZHAK
NR • 1h 20m • US
4/20, 4/21, 4/24, 4/25, 4/26 • 7pm
Alison Chernick's enchanting documentary looks beyond the sublime musician to see the polio survivor whose parents emigrated from Poland to Israel, and the young man who struggled to be taken seriously as a music student when schools saw only his disability. Itzhak is a portrait of musical virtuosity seamlessly enclosed in warmth, humor, and above all, love.
GRACE JONES: BLOODLIGHT AND BAMI
4/27, 5/2, 5/3 • 7pm
NR • 1h 55m • UK
This documentary takes the viewer on an intimate and electrifying journey that moves between four cinematic layers – performance, family, artist, and traveler – to explore the fascinating world of this pop cultural phenomenon. Here we see her behind the mask as a daughter, mother, sister, and grandmother, alongside taking to the stage for a specially commissioned performance, with legendary hits including “Pull Up to the Bumper” and “Slave to the Rhythm” showcased in full. SERIES SPONSORS: Cocked Hat Ventures; The Hippo; RAM Printing; WSCA 106.1FM Portsmouth Community Radio
EXHIBITION ON SCREEN: VINCENT VAN GOGH: A NEW WAY OF SEEING Sun., April 15 • 1pm • Loft • $12
This documentary showcases Van Gogh’s iconic works like never before and features exclusive interviews with the curatorial team at the Van Gogh Museum.
EXHIBITION ON SCREEN: I, CLAUDE MONET Sun., April 29 • 1pm • Loft • $12
Told through Monet’s own words and shot on location at the very spots he painted, the film features his most loved paintings in an unforgettable, immersive art experience.
ON SCREEN ONE NIGHT ONLY
Film tickets: $12 Adults; $9 Seniors 60+, Students & Military
PRESENTING
CINEMA SPONSOR:
INNOVATION + LEADERSHIP ON SCREEN
PRESENTING SPONSOR:
SERIES SPONSOR: Peterson Engineering
THE LAST CROP
Tue., April 3 • 7pm • Historic Theater • $12
Every week 330 U.S. farm families leave their land. Ideals are questioned. Their land’s future is uncertain. Witness one farm family’s resolve to save their land for future farmers. Post film panel discussion & Q&A.
See Calendar on page 14 for Show & Tell Discussions
MEDIA PARTNERS: NH Gazette; RAM Printing
EVENING SPONSOR: Allergy Associates of New Hampshire
YURI’S NIGHT CELEBRATION: THE MARS GENERATION
Thu., April 12 • 7pm • Loft • $12
The story unfolds through the eyes of the teens who will be the next pioneers in space as well as the vanguards pushing the limits of space exploration. Local NASA Ambassadors will be on hand with materials.
SERIES SPONSORS: Cocked Hat Ventures; The Hippo; RAM Printing; WSCA 106.1FM Portsmouth Community Radio WILDCARD
SEA GYPSIES: THE FAR SIDE OF
THE WORLD NR • 1h 17m
Thu., April 5 7pm Historic Theater $12
A story about sailing, the camaraderie of a shared struggle, and the raw awe-inspiring power of the natural world.
NAT'L THEATRE OF LONDON HD BROADCAST
NY CAT FILM FESTIVAL NR • 2h 15m
Fri., April 13 • 7pm • Historic Theater • $13
A curated medley of short films–documentary and narrative–that honor the mysterious felines, who have fascinated humankind for centuries and continue to enchant us.
EVENING SPONSOR: World's Best Cat Litter
NY
DOG FILM FESTIVAL
NR • 2h 30m
Sat., April 14 • 7pm • Historic Theater • $13
The festival celebrates the remarkable bond between dogs and their people, combining films that entertain and inspire while supporting local animal welfare organizations.
EVENING SPONSOR: Coastal Canine Resort
SERIES SPONSORS:
JULIUS CAESAR
Sun., April 8 • 1pm • Loft • $19; $15 for 18 & under
Starring Ben Whishaw (Skyfall, Hamlet), Michelle Fairley (Game of
), David
Job), and David Morrissey (Hangmen).
FILM CLUB
A FISTFUL OF DOLLARS
NR • 2h 15m • Italy
Director: Sergio Leone; Composer: Ennio Morricone Tue., April 17 • 7pm • Loft • Individual Ticket: $15
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With Akira Kurosawa’s Yojimbo
template, Sergio Leone’s A Fistful of Dollars helped define
new era for the Western and usher in its most iconic star, Clint Eastwood. Part of The Music Hall Film Club.
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HERE & NOW
A SNEAK PEEK INTO THIS YEAR’S KITCHEN TOUR
Our 27th Annual Kitchen Tour returns to Portsmouth’s walking-friendly Little Harbour neighborhood this year on Saturday, May 12, from 10am-4pm. A perfect get-together for Mother’s Day weekend, the tour boasts newly renovated kitchens on every block, showcasing dream interiors in a range of contemporary and classic styles created by the Seacoast’s top kitchen designers and builders.
Whether considering a renovation project or just curious about today’s design trends, you’ll get to see some of the most innovative kitchens in Portsmouth. If you are looking to turn your own kitchen goals into reality, the craftsmen, artisans, designers, and architects involved will be on-site throughout the day of the tour to help you with design questions and inspiration. And you’ll be helping to support The Music Hall as well.
Buy your tickets early at a discount, and plan to make a day of it in charming Portsmouth— taking a break for lunch at one of the terrific restaurants in town. Pick up a map at the Box Office starting May 1 or on The Music Hall website to locate some top area restaurants. Check TheMusicHall.org/Blog for more inside scoops on this year's tour.
Curator's Corner
From the Unbelievable to the Shockingly Real MARGARET TALCOTT, Literary Series Producer
Not in my 10+ years’ producing our literary series alongside Patricia Lynch have I launched such an exciting and varied series of spring of events - truly, an embarrassment of riches! We feel very lucky to have such distinct voices, masterful minds, and brilliant insight coming our way...
Saddle up for C.J. Box on April 6 and ride along with everyone’s favorite Wyoming game warden in The Disappeared. Don’t miss the remarkable NBC correspondent Katy Tur (on the cover) visiting Writers on a New England Stage on Sunday, April 8 with her book Unbelievable about being on the campaign trail with Donald Trump. She and Virginia Prescott, from series copresenter NH Public Radio, should have a great conversation!
Next we celebrate May Day with experts from the New England Wild Flower Society, learning about Native Plants For New England Gardens. And on Wed., May 9, Pulitzer Prize-winner Richard Russo joins us to share insight into his life as a writer, teacher, friend, and reader - all from his first collection of essays, The Destiny Thief. What a treat! We’ll close the month laughing with “Judge” John Hodgman as he rambles, with mixed emotions, through Vacationland.
Finally, for June, Patricia and I brought home these “goodies” from our yearly NYC industry meetings: talk-of-the-town bestselling novelist Celeste Ng (Little Fires Everywhere), in discussion with writer Joe Hill (The Fireman) on June 7; and Pulitzer Prize-winner Jennifer Egan, coming to the Historic Theater on Tue., June 26 with her bestselling kaleidoscopic history, Manhattan Beach. Do join us!
Catching Up with Kim Richey
Thérèse LaGamma, Deputy Director of Programming and Performing Arts Curator, spoke with artist Kim Richey, who’s coming to the Loft on Sun., April 15, to talk about life, music, and songwriting. Read the full interview at TheMusicHall.org.
Q: What role did music play in your life up until your first record deal at the age of 37?
A: I have always loved singing. I sang in choirs in church when I was young and all throughout school. I never had the opportunity to play music professionally until I moved to Nashville in 1988, when my close university friend Bill Lloyd, who was in the duo Foster and Lloyd then, talked me into it.
Q: Can you describe your songwriting process? Do you co-write?
A: I think of myself mostly as a singer. I write to have something to sing and to express myself when I am unable to in any other way. Usually, I start with a musical idea. I love collaborating with other songwriters. It makes me look at things a little differently than I would on my own and end up some place I might not have found by myself.
Credit: GregWestPhotography.com
SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT
The best way to spread Christmas Cheer
One performance of White Christmas was even more magical than the rest: when Jim Jalbert, President of C&J Bus Lines, announced from the stage that his company would renew their support as Presenting Sponsor of the Ogunquit Playhouse at The Music Hall series. The news brought down the house.
And now we’re excited for Jim and C&J to share more news: the 2018 winter production will be Elf the Musical. Elf is the story of Buddy, a human raised by elves at the North Pole, who must journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity. C&J knows a thing or two about traveling to NYC. The company has been connecting the Seacoast area to the Big Apple since 2011. Offering executive class service and daily trips from Dover, NH; Portsmouth, NH; Tewksbury, MA and seasonal service from Ogunquit to New York, C&J is in the business of connecting Broadway to the Seacoast.
THIS MONTH'S MEMBER EVENTS
This is an extra special year for C&J as the company celebrates their 50th anniversary. In addition to their service to NYC, C&J has become a regional icon, providing hourly transportation from Seacoast New Hampshire and Newburyport, MA, to Boston’s South Station and Logan Airport.
In preparation for the show, plan a Buddy-inspired weekend in Manhattan! A word of advice: while Buddy’s walking route through the Holland Tunnel is dramatic, it’s also illegal. We recommend taking a C&J Bus instead! To learn more about C&J Bus Lines, please visit RideCJ.com.
Mon., 4/9 • 6pm Portwalk Place
CLUB: FARM TO TABLE DINNER
Wed., 4/18 • 6pm The Food Barn, 267 South Rd, Kensington, NH
Come enjoy an exclusive dinner experience in the newly renovated and preserved 1800s Food Barn at Eastman's Corner. For more information, contact Alexis Hahalis 603.766.2176 or AHahalis@themusichall.org
APRIL 2018
Movie Molly's Game 7pm Movie Sea Gypsies: The Far Side of the World 7pm
Movie
Leaning Into The Wind 7pm Movie
Leaning Into The Wind 7pm
Movie
Exhibition On Screen: Vincent Van Gogh: A New Way Of Seeing 1pm
Thread 7pm
Thread 7pm
Movie Phantom Thread 7pm
New Breed Brass Band 8pm
Thread 7pm Movie Yuri's Night Celebration: The Mars Generation 7pm
8pm Music Kim Richey 7pm
Movie
A Fantastic Woman 4pm
Movie
Exhibition On Screen: I, Claude Monet 1pm
Movie
The Greatest Showman 4pm
Movie
Film Stars Don't Die in Liverpool 7pm
Director's Club Farm to Table Dinner 6pm
Movie Film Stars... 7pm
Movie
Leaning Into The Wind 7pm
Rental Sinéad O’Connor AKA Magda Davitt 7:30pm Movie Itzhak 7pm Movie
Movie
The Greatest Showman 7pm
Literary New England Wild Flower Society 7pm
A Fantastic Woman 7pm Movie Itzhak 7pm
Movie
Film Stars Don't Die in Liverpool 7pm
Movie
Movie The Greatest Showman 7pm
Movie
Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami 7pm
7pm
Leaning Into The Wind 7pm Movie Itzhak 7pm
Movie Itzhak 7pm
The Greatest Showman 7pm
Movie
A Fantastic Woman 7pm Movie Itzhak 7pm Movie
Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami 7pm
Movie The Greatest Showman 7pm
Movie
Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami 7pm
Movie The Greatest Showman 7pm
Chris Trapper 8pm
Tour 12:30pm Music The Blue Ribbons feat. Dietrich Strause 8pm Rental Paul Stutzman on Living The Dream 2pm & 8pm
AT A GLANCE
At the Historic Theater
At the Loft
APRIL 2018
School Days Series
Clementine
Tuesday, April 3 • 9:30am & 11:30am
Innovation + Leadership On Screen
The Last Crop
Tuesday, April 3 • 7pm
Wildcard
Sea Gypsies: The Far Side of the World
Thursday, April 5 • 7pm
Hilarity
Joe DeRosa
Thursday, April 5 • 7:30pm
Writers in the Loft
C.J. Box
Friday, April 6 • 7pm
Rental Partner
Big Brothers Big Sisters of New Hampshire presents Learning to Fly, A Tribute to Tom Petty
Saturday, April 7 • 8pm
Live at the Loft
New Breed Brass Band
Saturday, April 7 • 8pm
National Theatre of London HD Broadcast
Julius Caesar
Sunday, April 8 • 1pm
Writers on a New England Stage
Katy Tur
Sunday, April 8 • 4pm
Innovation + Leadership On Screen
Yuri's Night Celebration: The Mars Generation
Thursday, April 12 • 7pm
Wildcard
NY Cat Film Festival
Friday, April 13 • 7pm
Live at the Loft
Bobby Long
Friday, April 13 • 8pm
Opera Connection
Luisa Miller (Verdi)
Saturday, April 14 • 11am
Met at the Music Hall
Luisa Miller (Verdi)
Saturday, April 14 • 12:30pm
Rental Partner
Corpus Christi Men’s Ministry presents: Paul Stutzman on Living The Dream - Adventurer, Author, Seeker
Saturday, April 14 • 2pm & 8pm
Wildcard
NY Dog Film Festival
Saturday, April 14 • 7pm
Wildcard
Exhibition On Screen: Vincent Van Gogh: A New Way Of Seeing
Sunday, April 15 • 1pm
Live at the Loft
Kim Richey
Saturday, April 15 • 7pm
APRIL 2018
Film Club A Fistful of Dollars
Tuesday, April 17 • 7pm
Rental Partner
PKX Creative Mornings
Friday, April 20 • 8:30am
Rental Partner
Southeast Land Trust presents Wild & Scenic Film Festival
Friday, April 20 • 7pm
Rental Partner
Signature Sounds and Bright & Lyon present
Sinéad O’Connor AKA Magda Davitt
Tuesday, April 24 • 7:30pm
Met at the Music Hall
Cendrillon (Massenet)
Saturday, April 28 • 1pm
Live at the Loft
Chris Trapper
Saturday, April 28 • 8pm
Wildcard
Exhibition On Screen: I, Claude Monet
Sunday, April 29 • 1pm
MAY 2018
Innovation + Leadership
Mark Richardson & Dan Jaffe,
New England Wild Flower Society
Tuesday, May 1 • 7pm
Live at the Loft
The Blue Ribbons feat. Dietrich Strause
Saturday, May 5 • 8pm
School Days Series
The Fourth "R" - Rhythm!
With the Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra
Tuesday, May 8 • 10am & 12:30pm
Writers in the Loft
Richard Russo
Wednesday, May 9 • 7pm
Live at the Loft
The Low Anthem
Thursday, May 10 • 8pm
27th Annual Kitchen Tour
Saturday, May 12 • 10am-4pm
Hilarity
Brian Regan
Saturday, May 12 • 7pm & 9:30pm
Intimately Yours
Josh Ritter
Sunday, May 13 • 7pm
School Days Series
Curious George: The Golden Meatball
Tuesday, May 15 • 9:30am & 11:30am
Film Club
King Kong
Tuesday, May 15 • 7pm
MAY 2018
Intimately Yours
Michael McDonald
Tuesday, May 15 • 7:30pm
Live at the Loft
Heather Maloney
Thursday, May 17 • 7:30pm
Rental Partner
PKX Creative Mornings
Friday, May 18 • 8:30am
Live at the Loft
Matthew Logan Vasquez
Friday, May 18 • 8pm
Intimately Yours
Indigo Girls (Sold Out)
Friday, May 18 • 8pm
Live at the Loft
Séan McCann
Saturday, May 19 • 8pm
National Theatre of London HD Broadcast
Macbeth
Sunday, May 20 • 1pm
Rental Partner
Newmarket Jr. / Sr. High School presents Spring Concert
Wednesday, May 23 • 7pm
Innovation + Leadership
John Hodgman
Thursday, May 31 • 7pm
JUNE 2018
Hilarity
Paula Poundstone
Saturday, June 2 • 8pm
Live at the Loft
Amy Black: The Music of Memphis & Muscle Shoals
Saturday, June 2 • 8pm
Rental Partner
Heronfield Academy presents Celebration Concert
Wednesday, June 6 • 7pm
Writers in the Loft
Celeste Ng with Joe Hill
Thursday, June 7 • 7pm
Intimately Yours
Ben Harper & Charlie Musselwhite
Thursday, June 7 • 8pm
Live at the Loft
Girls Guns and Glory
Friday, June 8 • 8pm
Rental Partner
Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra: Summer Concert
Sunday, June 10 • 3pm
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