This week’s round-up of live entertainment in and around Southern NH is brought to you by A. Robert Dionne of Ted Herbert Music School & Rentals. Email your entertainment events to rob@majestictheatre.net for consideration. Be sure to add your events to the InkLink community calendar for possible inclusion in the live radio report on WMNH 95.3 (The Morning Show with Peter White – “World of Entertainment” LIVE every Thursday at 8 a.m. (and streaming on Facebook.)
Featured LIVE MUSIC
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13th
- Liz Ridgely / Homestead (Merrimack) / 5:30pm
- Tim Kierstead / Fratello’s (Manchester) / 5:30pm
- Johnny Angel / Tortilla Flat (Merrimack) / 6pm
- Jonny Friday / Stumble Inn (Londonderry) / 7pm
- Lewis Goodwin / Copper Door (Bedford) / 7pm
- Peter Pappas / Copper Door (Salem) / 7pm
- Ralph Allen / Telly’s (Epping) / 7pm
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 14th
- Doug Thompson / Fratello’s (Manchester) / 6pm
- Joanie Cicatelli / Homestead (Merrimack) / 6pm
- Tyler Levs / Murphy’s (Bedford) / 6pm
- Ralph Allen / Coach Stop (Londonderry) / 6pm
- Ian Archibold / Backyard Brewery (Manchester) / 6pm
- Ciera MacKenzie / The Foundry (Manchester) / 6pm
- Dan Fallon / San Francisco Kitchen (Nashua) / 6:30pm
- Dave Clark / Dreo (Salem) / 7pm
- Johnny Angel / Telly’s (Epping) / 8pm
- Fungkshui / Shaskeen Irish Pub (Manchester) / 8pm
- Emily’s Garage Band / Derryfield (Manchester) / 8:30pm
- FatBunny / Bonfire Country Bar (Manchester) / 9pm
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15th
- Upright Dogs / Great North Aleworks (Manchester) / 4pm
- Peter Pappas / The Hill Bar & Grille (Manchester) / 5:30pm
- Clint Lapointe / Murphy’s (Bedford) / 6pm
- Paul Gormley / Fratello’s (Manchester) / 6pm
- Stephen Decuire / Homestead (Merrimack) / 6pm
- Lewis Goodwin / Coach Stop (Londonderry) / 6pm
- Paul Driscoll / The Foundry (Manchester) / 6pm
- Tom Boisse / Backyard Brewery (Manchester) / 6pm
- Jack Ancora / Chen Yang Li (Bow) / 7pm
- Jordan Holmes / Dreo (Salem) / 7pm
- Swipe Right / Telly’s (Epping) / 8pm
- Chad Lamarsh Band / Derryfield (Manchester) / 8:30pm
- Maddi Ryan / Bonfire Country Bar (Manchester) / 9pm
- Craig Thomas / Strange Brew Tavern (Manchester) / 9pm
- The Airwaves / Peddler’s Daughter (Nashua) / 9:30pm
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 16th
- Nate Comp / Copper Door (Bedford) / 11am
- Lilly Innella / Copper Door (Salem) / 11am
Always be sure to check a venue’s website or social media for last minute change or to see if there are ticket or admission requirements. Thank you to Notso Costley Productions and the NH Music Collective for your support and listings of LOCAL LIVE MUSIC.
FEATURED ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13th
DUELING PIANOS OF NH / Tupelo Music Hall (Derry) / 8:00pm – DIRECT/x
Dueling Pianos of New Hampshire brings the fast-paced, request-driven fun of Dueling Pianos to the Granite State. Join us for a non-stop, high-energy show where YOU pick the set list! No musical style or genre is off limits, and no two shows are the same. Come be a part of it. www.tupelomusichall.com or (603)437-5100
CANDLELIGHT CONCERTS / Rex Theatre (Manchester) – DIRECT/x
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Manchester, NH. Tribute to Queen and More at 6pm / Valentine’s Special featured “Romeo and Juliet” and More at 8:30pm. www.rextheatre.org or (603)668-5588
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 14th
NEIL SIMON’S LAST OF THE RED HOT LOVERS / Majestic Theatre (Manchester) / through February 16 – DIRECT/x
A comedy by Neil Simon / Middle-aged and married, overworked and overweight, Barney Cashman wants to join the sexual revolution before it’s too late and arranges three seductions: the first, Elaine Navazio proves to be a foul-mouthed bundle of neuroses; Bobbi Michele is next, a 20-ish actress who’s too kooky by half; finally comes September and Jeanette Fisher, a gloomy, depressed housewife who happens to be married to Barney’s best friend. Neil Simon’s Last of the Red Hot Lovers examines what it means to grow older, and asks the question, “What do you do when it seems as if your life hasn’t been fully lived?” www.majestictheatre.net or (603)669-7469
A NIGHT WITH TONY VEGA / Center for the Arts (Nashua) / 8:00pm – DIRECT/x
Enjoy a night of classic salsa with Puerto Rican recording artist Tony Vega, live on stage singing all his biggest hits, including Aparentemente, Ella, Esa Mujer, Dile and Haremos el Amor. A great gift for your favorite Valentine. www.nashuacenterforthearts.com or (800)657-8774
SHAKE IT OFF! A (TAYLOR’S VERSION) TRIBUTE / Palace Theatre (Manchester) / February 14 & 15 – DIRECT/x
ARE YOU READY FOR IT? An ENCHANTED musical celebration showcasing the music of Taylor Swift! Come experience this live concert featuring the Swiftie Tribute Band playing the music of one of the best-selling musicians with a big REPUTATION spanning over a decade. Swifties know her music never goes out of STYLE. Put on your BEJEWELED bracelets and come sing a long! www.palacetheatre.org or (603)668-5588
DUELING PIANOS / Rex Theatre (Manchester) / 7:30pm – DIRECT/x
Dueling piano shows are request-oriented, interactive sing-a-long shows wherein two piano players sit across from each other and trade songs. For this show you can request as many love songs as you want. Two grand pianos are center-stage with a team of outrageously talented pianists that seem to know every song ever written. www.rextheatre.org or (603)668-5588
SYMPHONY NH: ILLUMINATED ENSEMBLES – HEARTSTRINGS / BNH Stage (Concord) / 7:30pm – DIRECT/x
Illuminated Ensembles: HeartStrings – A Night at the Regency Ball. Featuring musical highlights made famous by Bridgerton performed by Symphony NH. Immerse yourself in a bygone era for a romantic evening of live classical music in an enchanting candlelight setting. Enjoy delicious treats and wine at the pre-show reception for a unique and unforgettable Valentine’s experience. www.ccanh.com or 603-225-1111– LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE
TUPELO NIGHT OF COMEDY / Tupelo Music Hall (Derry) / 8:00pm – DIRECT/x
A Valentine’s Day “He Said, She Said” show with Harrison Stebbins, JJ Jones, and Andrea Henry. www.tupelomusichall.com or (603)437-5100
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15th
AN EVENING WITH GRIFFIN WILLIAM SHERRY / Rex Theatre (Manchester) / 7:30pm – DIRECT/x
Griffin William Sherry, the Maine-born singer, songwriter, and guitarist, is known for his ability to craft stories that resonate deeply, whether they’re shared around a campfire or at a summer festival. After spending twelve years fronting The Ghost of Paul Revere, Griffin steps into the spotlight as a solo artist with his debut album, “Hundred Mile Wilderness”. His music, characterized by a powerful vocal delivery and no-frills instrumentation, delves into the joys and challenges of small-town life and the personal journey of self-discovery. Through songs filled with raw honesty and eloquent lyricism, Griffin continues to explore life’s big questions, inviting listeners to pause and appreciate the moment. Now, with a new chapter unfolding, he’s more determined than ever to tell his story in his own voice. www.rextheatre.org or (603)668-5588
A TAYLOR EXPERIENCE / Tupelo Music Hall (Derry) / 7:00pm – DIRECT/x
Starring Traci Marie as Taylor and paying tribute to Taylor Swift’s Iconic Eras Tour. Are You Ready For It? A Taylor Experience, features a live band tribute to the most successful tour in music history. Whether you’re a Swiftie, or new to Taylor’s music, this fast paced, energetic, captivating show, is a must see event! www.tupelomusichall.com or (603)437-5100 – LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 16th
TOM DiMENNA – STORY SONGS OF THE 70s / BNH Stage (Concord) / 4:00pm – DIRECT/x
Featuring the music of Gordon Lightfoot, Cat Stevens & Harry Chapin. Come get your friends together and experience a night of Gordon Lightfoot’s classic tunes performed by Maine-based singer/songwriter Tom DiMenna. DiMenna’s impressive vocal range and guitar style have been perfected with decades of stage performances. He has been entertaining audiences with his tribute show up and down the Maine Coast and now he’s coming to you. Now is your chance to see what all the buzz is about. www.ccanh.com or 603-225-1111 – LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE
FLOYDIAN TRIP/ Tupelo Music Hall (Derry) / 7:00pm – DIRECT/x
Floydian Trip combines the best of the early Floyd years and later years to make each show a visually pleasing experience. Whether through projections, lasers, lights, or other effects, Floydian Trip creates a spectacular experience authentic to Floyd’s famous touring years in the 1970s and 1980s. Floydian Trip aims to recreate some of the spectacular and moving live performances that Pink Floyd became known for in the 1970s and 1980s. www.tupelomusichall.com or (603)437-5100
COMING SOON:
ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE / Palace Theatre (Manchester) / February 28-March 23 – DIRECT/x
Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville is a musical comedy featuring the most-loved Jimmy Buffett classics, including “Cheeseburger in Paradise,” “Margaritaville,” “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere,” “Fins,” “Volcano,” and many more. With a book by Emmy Award winner Greg Garcia (“My Name is Earl,” “Raising Hope”) and Emmy nominee Mike O’Malley (“Survivor’s Remorse,” “Shameless”), this hilarious, heartwarming musical is the party you’ve been waiting for! Contains adult themes, language, and situations. www.palacetheatre.org or (603)668-5588