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Featured LIVE MUSIC
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 2nd
- Casey Roop / Shorty’s (Nashua) / 5:30pm
- Chris Lester / Fratello’s (Manchester) / 5:30pm
- Jamie Hughes / Homestead (Merrimack) / 5:30pm
- Matt Johnson / Tortilla Flat (Merrimack) / 6pm
- John Chouinard / Copper Door (Bedford) / 7pm
- Justin Jordan / Copper Door (Salem) / 7pm
- Mugsy / Stumble Inn (Londonderry) / 7pm
- Grant Lampton / City Limits (Pembroke) / 7pm
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3rd
- Justin Jordan / The Hill Bar & Grille (Manchester) / 5:30pm
- Dani Sven / Murphy’s (Bedford) / 6pm
- Sean Coleman / Homestead (Merrimack) / 6pm
- Tim Kierstead / Fratello’s (Manchester) / 6pm
- Peter Pappas / Coach Stop (Londonderry) / 6pm
- Willy Chase / Backyard Brewery (Manchester) / 6pm
- Ryan Williamson / The Foundry (Manchester) / 6pm
- John Chouinard / Granite Tapas (Hooksett) / 6pm
- Paul Driscoll / To Share Brewing Company (Manchester) / 6:30pm
- Jamie Hughes / Dreo (Salem) / 7pm
- New England Fiddle Ensemble / City Limits (Pembroke) / 7pm
- Down By Ten / Stumble Inn (Londonderry) / 8pm
- Lisa Marie / Strange Brew Tavern (Manchester) / 8pm
- Rose Lane, I The Conqueror, Fabricator, Kusozu / Shaskeen Irish Pub (Manchester) / 8pm
- Emily’s Garage Band / Derryfield (Manchester) / 8:30pm
- Maddi Ryan / Bonfire Country Bar (Manchester) / 9pm
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4th
- Max Sullivan / Great North Aleworks (Manchester) / 4pm
- Joe Winslow / The Hill Bar & Grille (Manchester) / 5:30pm
- Bella Perrotta / Murphy’s (Bedford) / 6pm
- Chris Taylor / Homestead (Merrimack) / 6pm
- John Chouinard / Fratello’s (Manchester) / 6pm
- Matt Jackson / Coach Stop (Londonderry) / 6pm
- Rebecca Turmel / Backyard Brewery (Manchester) / 6pm
- Ian Archibold / The Foundry (Manchester) / 6pm
- Chad Lamarsh / Dreo (Salem) / 7pm
- FuzzBox / City Limits (Pembroke) / 7pm
- Ken Budka / CYL Riverside Lounge (Bow) / 7pm
- Lewis Goodwin Trio / Stumble Inn (Londonderry) / 8pm
- Run Up The Tab / Casey Magee’s Irish Pub & Music Hall (Nashua) / 8pm
- Souled Out Show Band / Derryfield (Manchester) / 8:30pm
- Mono Means One, Humans Being / Shaskeen Irish Pub (Manchester) / 8:30pm
- Eric Grant Band / Bonfire Country Bar (Manchester) / 9pm
- Soup du Jour / Strange Brew Tavern (Manchester) / 9pm
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5th
- Phil Jacques / Copper Door (Salem) / 11am
- Steve Aubert / Copper Door (Bedford) / 11am
- Roc and Ron / Stumble Inn (Londonderry) / 1pm
- Miles Plummer Quartet / City Limits (Pembroke) / 2pm
Always be sure to check a venue’s website or social media for last minute changes 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. The Weekly Entertainment Report is brought to you by the Ted Herbert Music School & Rentals – www.tedherbert.com or (603)669-7469
FEATURED ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 2nd
DANCING QUEENS / Palace Theatre (Manchester) / through October 5 – DIRECT/x – FINAL WEEKEND!
Get ready to boogie down as DANCING QUEENS: The Ultimate ABBA & Disco Tribute returns to the stage! Step into the dazzling world of the ‘70s and relive the glitter, glamour, and groove of the Disco Age. This electrifying tribute celebrates the iconic music of ABBA—one of the most beloved pop groups of all time—and the unforgettable era they defined. With high-energy performances, sparkling costumes, and nonstop hits, you’ll be singing along and dancing in the aisles from start to finish. ”You can dance, you can jive, having the time of your life!” Don’t miss the feel-good party of the year! www.palacetheatre.org or (603)668-5588
LITTLE LIES / Tupelo Music Hall (Derry) / 8:00pm – DIRECT/x
Little Lies is a touring 8 person tribute from Boston that captures the youthful spirit and classic sound of Fleetwood Mac. Five talented vocalists combine for soaring harmonies that will transport you back to the breezy summer hits of “Dreams” and “Go Your Own Way” while also paying homage to the formative years of Peter Green and Bob Welch with “Black Magic Woman” and “Hypnotized”. Join us for an evening of romance, dancing and of course Rumours! www.tupelomusichall.com or (603)437-5100
VITAMIN STRNG QUARTET / Capitol Center (Concord) / 7:30pm – DIRECT/x
Long before Bridgerton broke the Netflix algorithm, Vitamin String Quartet (VSQ) had helped establish classical crossover as a genuine force in contemporary music. Fresh off high-profile placements in Seasons 1 and 2 of the aforementioned streaming smash, VSQ has “reached a mainstream, global audience” (Variety) and “charmed the world with their classical covers” (Nylon). New York Observer wrote, “VSQ’s atmospheric hits have made classical versions of pop music cool.” On their latest tour, VSQ has created fresh arrangements of the cultural phenomenon that is Taylor Swift, performing spellbinding and innovative renditions of Swift’s music, alongside familiar hits from Billie Eilish, BTS, Bridgerton, The Weeknd to Daft Punk. VSQ are one of the most popular string ensembles in the world with over 2 billion streams and seven albums charting on both Billboard Classical and Classical Crossover charts. www.ccanh.com or (603)225-1111
AN EVENING WITH BRENNEN LEIGH / Rex Theatre (Manchester) / 7:30pm – DIRECT/x
Brennen Leigh is an American songwriter, guitar player, mandolin player and singer who’s to-the-point storytelling style has elevated her to cult icon status in Europe, Scandinavia, across the United States, South America and the United Kingdom. Her songs have been recorded by Lee Ann Womack, Rodney Crowell, Sunny Sweeney, Charley Crockett, and many others. As renowned for her musicianship as for her writing, it’s easy to see how Leigh caught the ear of greats like Guy Clark, and David Olney, who described her writing as “tender, violent, sentimental, foolish and wise, she is always Brennen. Confident and at ease with herself, without being a jerk about it.” www.rextheatre.org or (603)668-5588
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3rd
DUELING PIANOS – BEST OF BOSTON / Bank of NH Stage (Concord) / 8:00pm – DIRECT/x
A fast-paced, request-driven, 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. From Queen to Lady Gaga, Bowie to Dua Lipa, Elton to Brittany. This is a no-holds-barred musical free-for-all and the possibilities are ENDLESS!!! www.ccanh.com or (603)225-1111
AMERICAN ELTON / Rex Theatre (Manchester) / 7:30pm – DIRECT/x
From Americas Got Talent , Legends in Concert, for over 15 years and more than 3000 performances as a professional vocalist/pianist Bill Connors has perfected the art of portraying Sir Elton John. Recently he has joined ‘the Greatest Piano Men ‘ show which performs in Las Vegas ,sports arenas, top venues and concert halls across the country. The mannerisms, voice inflections and nuances and style are carefully recreated. His show also features what can’t be learned by impersonators: that uncanny resemblance to Captain Fantastic. The costumes, the color, the fabulous showmanship, time tested hit songs and audience interaction are all here, making American Elton the hottest ticket in town. www.rextheatre.org or (603)668-5588
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4th
BROADWAY’S NEXT HIT MUSICAL / Stockbridge Theatre (Derry) / 7:00pm – DIRECT/x
One stage. Endless surprises. All made up, on the spot. Get ready for The Phony Awards, the uproariously funny, completely improvised awards show where every song is a brand-new “hit” inspired by audience suggestions. With quick wit, sharp musical chops, and unstoppable energy, these master improvisers turn your ideas into show-stopping numbers you’ll never hear the same way twice. A night of comedy, music, and mayhem awaits—don’t miss the fun! www.stockbridgetheatre.com or (603)437-5210
THE ROBERT CRAY BAND / Center for the Arts (Nashua) / 7:30pm – DIRECT/x
Blues icon. Soul man. Rock and roller. Robert Cray is all these things– and more. The Georgia-born, Washington-raised musician first picked up a guitar after seeing The Beatles on TV then, having witnessed Jimi Hendrix perform in Seattle, determined that his destiny would also follow a similar path. And so he has: across the past half century Robert Cray’s developed into one of American music’s most singular artists. Across five decades Robert Cray has created a richly inclusive American music, revitalizing both blues and soul while rocking hard with the very best. To achieve 50 years in the music industry and still be as fresh and committed as when starting out is an achievement few can boast of but Cray can: he has released 19 studio albums, every one replete with his extremely distinctive songs, won five Grammy Awards and continues to make music that sounds like no one but Robert Cray. “All these years we have been fortunate to do what we love doing, playing the music we love playing,” says Cray with a smile. “I couldn’t ask for anything more.” www.nashuacenterforthearts.com or (800)657-8774 – LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE
OPIATE – TRIBUTE TO TOOL / Bank of NH Stage (Concord) / 8:00pm – DIRECT/x
Opiate is a tribute to the highly cerebral and infinitely complex music of Tool. Formed in Bristol RI in 2010, Opiate is New England’s most enduring Tool tribute. The band consists of: Rick Kinsella (vocals, synth), Rob Coyne (drums/percussion), Johnny Buck (guitar/synth) and Dave Leonard (bass). Four musicians who have mastered their craft, conveying every aspect of Tool’s most technical masterpieces. Opiate’s incorporation of visual arts, creates a style-transcending act, that has been a favorite of die-hard Tool fans for 15 years. www.ccanh.com or (603)225-1111
FEUD GONE WILD / Rex Theatre (Manchester) / 7:30pm – DIRECT/x
Feud Gone Wild is our hilarious adult adaptation of the classic, long-running game show in which two teams try to guess the top six answers on the board. Feud Gone Wild includes a centerpiece “Face Off” player position, Pass or Play, and The Steal. Our interactive Game Show Host will present this game show just as you see on TV with the spice of R-rated. www.rextheatre.org or (603)668-5588
KASHMIR – THE LIVE LED ZEPPELIN SHOW / Tupelo Music Hall (Derry) / 8:00pm – DIRECT/x
Come one, come all! In 2025, witness the extraordinary live performance of Physical Graffiti in its entirety by Kashmir featuring Jean Violet. This iconic 6th album, originally released in 1975, captures Led Zeppelin at their creative zenith. With an abundance of new music that couldn’t be contained on a single album, Led Zeppelin made Physical Graffiti their only studio double album. It was both a critical and commercial triumph, debuting at #1 in the UK and #3 in the US, and has since achieved a staggering 16x Platinum status in the US. www.tupelomusichall.com or (603)437-5100
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5th
TOAD THE WET SPROCKET / Capitol Center (Concord) / 7:00pm – DIRECT/x
Toad the Wet Sprocket, the beloved alternative rock band from Santa Barbara, California, first captured audiences in the late 1980s with their heartfelt lyrics and melodic sound. Rising to prominence with albums like Fear (1991) and Dulcinea (1994), they became known for hits such as “Walk on the Ocean,” “All I Want,” and “Good Intentions.” Their ability to blend introspective songwriting with catchy, folk-influenced rock has cemented them as a lasting presence in the music world. www.ccanh.com or (603)225-1111 – LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE
ERIC JOHNSON – TEXAPHONIC TOUR / Tupelo Music Hall (Derry) / 7:00pm – DIRECT/x
One of the most outstanding instrumentalists in rock over the past 40 years, Texas guitarist Eric Johnson was already a legend before he recorded his first album. By the early 1980s, many celebrated guitarists were singing the praises of this skinny kid from Austin with the mind-melting chops. Comparisons were made to such guitar heroes as Jeff Beck and Jimi Hendrix and when he joined the ‘70s Austin fusion band Electromagnets they were being hailed as “the Mahavishnu Orchestra of Texas”. With the release of his highly-anticipated 1986 solo debut album Tones, the underground guitar legend finally emerged onto the scene fully-formed. It landed him on the cover of Guitar Player magazine, which hailed the album as a “majestic debut”, and earned him his first Grammy nomination for the song “Zap”. With the release of his follow up album, 1990’s platinum-selling Ah Via Musicom, which contained the Grammy Award winning song “Cliffs of Dover”, Eric Johnson became a bona fide international guitar phenomenon. www.tupelomusichall.com or (603)437-5100
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