Arts & Culture
News on the arts, music, dining, restaurants and all things that make our city a cultural mecca on the rise.
A Tale of Two Holiday Brass Concerts
read more…: A Tale of Two Holiday Brass ConcertsSymphonyNH performed their Holiday Brass concert in two locations this year. The program showcased the virtuosity of the brass section over the course of seven centuries of holiday music leading up to today’s most familiar melodies. Same program, but two dramatically different locations. The first evening was held at the Rex Theatre in Manchester and the second, at the Coptic Church in Nashua.
Pedals & Pathways: Bike Parking Survey, Theft Protection, Safety, etc.
read more…: Pedals & Pathways: Bike Parking Survey, Theft Protection, Safety, etc.Do you cycle in Manchester? Would you like to cycle in Manchester, but need more safe & secure parking for your bike? If you would like more bike parking in our city, please help us determine where it’s needed most. Take the survey.
Dec. 20: Rigometrics look to pack out The Press Room with some high-energy rock
read more…: Dec. 20: Rigometrics look to pack out The Press Room with some high-energy rockOn December 20, folks around Portsmouth can go see these guys kick off the weekend before Christmas at The Press Room. The show starts at 8 p.m. and the bill will be split with local indie rockers The Rock Dwellers rounding it out.
Weekly Entertainment Report Dec. 19-22: Lively arts, music, shows in Southern NH
read more…: Weekly Entertainment Report Dec. 19-22: Lively arts, music, shows in Southern NH‘Twas the week before Christmas and all through the city musicians were playing, if you miss it, what a pity.
Dec. 18: John Pizzarelli performs at Jimmy’s right on time for the holidays
read more…: Dec. 18: John Pizzarelli performs at Jimmy’s right on time for the holidaysJazz guitarist John Pizzarelli has had a unique career as a musician. He’s performed with legends such as Benny Goodman and Les Paul along with the Boston Pops among others. He also has his own syndicated radio show with his wife and when he’s not on stage, he’s crafting his own online guitar lessons for people to learn the tricks of the trade.
Musician Ashley Suppa of Plush is spreading the Love, Light and Power
read more…: Musician Ashley Suppa of Plush is spreading the Love, Light and PowerAshley Suppa has been singing and playing rock and roll since her guitarist dad helped set her up as a background singer for Ace Frehley’s 2009 solo album Anomaly. She was six when she did that gig and she hasn’t looked back!
Young people and the arts
read more…: Young people and the artsAs I got older, and became more involved with local musical artists as both a DJ and being in artist management, I began to develop a growing appreciation for the arts in all forms, and in particular, the young people who were involved in “The Arts.”
The Chews Life Second Annual Very (Very) Vegan Christmas Spread
read more…: The Chews Life Second Annual Very (Very) Vegan Christmas SpreadLet’s celebrate the season with a buffet of delish, easy to prepare holiday crowd pleasers to end the year or begin a new one. Being vegan doesn’t have to mean boring or tasteless. And always remember: eat to live, don’t live to eat!
‘Hot Frosty’ ices a spot as a new holiday classic
read more…: ‘Hot Frosty’ ices a spot as a new holiday classicIn November, Netflix dropped director Jerry Ciccoritti’s “Hot Frosty”—such a fetchingly oxymoronic title—and this reviewer predicts that, for years to come, holiday audiences will be warming up to this tour-de-force film the moment after the Thanksgiving turkey hits the fridge.
Dec. 13: Blues icon Tab Benoit brings the ‘Thunder’ to Tupelo Music Hall
read more…: Dec. 13: Blues icon Tab Benoit brings the ‘Thunder’ to Tupelo Music HallAs part of his tour in support of the release, Benoit and his band are going to be taking the stage at Tupelo Music Hall in Derry on December 13. The show starts at 8 p..m with Austin, Texas, alt-country artist Jesse Dayton kicking things off.
Dec. 13: Meet Rowan Jacobsen, author of ‘Wild Chocolate’; buy the book, get it signed
read more…: Dec. 13: Meet Rowan Jacobsen, author of ‘Wild Chocolate’; buy the book, get it signedIn 2022, Rowan Jacobsen released the most concrete and accurate depiction of the intention behind fine chocolate and the industry therein; the Obsessions: Wild Chocolate podcast guides the listener through five rare wild cacaos and the cacao farmers and chocolate makers who are changing sourcing practices in order to preserve exceptional flavors found throughout the world’s most precious and endangered tropical forests.
Pedals & Pathways: New Road Ideas in Vermont, Cycling in the Netherlands, City repaving, etc.
read more…: Pedals & Pathways: New Road Ideas in Vermont, Cycling in the Netherlands, City repaving, etc.As the days shrink and the ice builds up, wear your gloves or mittens & handwarmers, a warm hat & scarf and neck gaiter or balaclava, and let’s get where we need to go!
Holt Ave. neighborhood holiday tradition enters fourth year
read more…: Holt Ave. neighborhood holiday tradition enters fourth yearA local holiday tradition returned on Sunday as over 200 neighbors and friends gathered at Saint Pius X Parish Community Center for a neighborhood Christmas block party.
Inspired by Manchester: The Life and Works of Marylou Ashooh Lazos
read more…: Inspired by Manchester: The Life and Works of Marylou Ashooh LazosMarylou Ashoo Lazos worked at the Manchester Historic Association for over 40 years as a volunteer, curator, and trustee. Now her own artwork is on display there through March.
New mural honors cultures of Manchester’s Center City
read more…: New mural honors cultures of Manchester’s Center CityAfter months of planning and weeks of painting, a new mural honoring the culture of Manchester’s diverse cultures was christened in the Center City.
Dec. 7: Griffin House performs twice in one night at The Music Hall Lounge
read more…: Dec. 7: Griffin House performs twice in one night at The Music Hall LoungeSpringfield, Ohio, native and current Connecticut based singer-songwriter Griffin House has had an unconventional path to his profession. At one point in his life, he was a promising golfer getting college scholarships, but the arduous training and competition drained him. Looking for a different way to fuel his passions, he decided to pursue music and over 20 years later, he’s writing, recording and performing stellar songs.