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Jane Lynch and Kate Flannery’s “The Trouble with Angels”

Sunday, August 10, 2025

• The Historic Theater

An evening of mischief and music from two very familiar faces. It’s like the Rat Pack… but with a couple of broads.

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Victoria Cardona

Friday, August 15, 2025

• The Music Hall Lounge

The South Florida-based guitarist/vocalist and multi-instrumentalist fuses elements of jazz, blues, soul, salsa, rock ‘n’ roll, and folk into her own unique strong sound.

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Mark Erelli

Friday, August 22, 2025

• The Music Hall Lounge

The critically acclaimed singer-songwriter and guitarist is known for his distinctive blend of rock, folk, and Americana.

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Sharon Jones

Saturday, August 23, 2025

• The Music Hall Lounge

A Portsmouth legend returns to The Music Hall Lounge with high energy R&B and Blues tunes.

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The Temptations

August 26 – August 27, 2025

• The Historic Theater

The world-renowned superstars are revered for their phenomenal catalog of music, prolific career, and contributions not only to American culture and African American communities but also to the global music landscape.

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Maxxology : The Fall into Winter Fashion Show

Thursday, August 28, 2025

• The Music Hall Lounge

"Fall into Winter" unveils rich textures, layered warmth, and seasonal elegance—where autumn’s earthy tones meet winter’s sleek sophistication in a seamless, stylish transition. 

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Gretchen Klempa

Friday, August 29, 2025

• The Music Hall Lounge

The Los Angeles-based musician, originally from New Hampshire, is known for her candid and introspective lyricism.

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David Wax Museum

Sunday, August 31, 2025

• The Music Hall Lounge

David Wax Museum's sound blends traditional Mexican rhythms with pop and rock influences, tied together by captivating harmonies.

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Lettuce

Sunday, August 31, 2025

• The Historic Theater

LETTUCE is a genre-busting six-member musical collective feeding funk’s rich history with hip-hop, rock, psychedelia, jazz, soul, jam, go-go, and the avant-garde.

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Erick Baker

Thursday, September 4, 2025

• The Music Hall Lounge

Erick Baker is an Emmy Award-winning writer, children’s book author, and troubadour whose folk, rock, and Americana-soul music has shared stages with legendary artists.

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Brendan Cleary

Saturday, September 6, 2025

• The Music Hall Lounge

The Nashville-based singer-songwriter blends folk, blues, and country into soulful, story-driven music shaped by recovery, tradition, and live performance grit.

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Max Gomez & Shannon McNally

Tuesday, September 16, 2025

• The Music Hall Lounge

This double billing features singer-songwriter Max Gomez, a rising voice of Americana’s next generation, and Grammy-nominated Shannon McNally whose 20+ year career contains an impressive catalog and extensive list of legendary collaborators.

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The Red Hot Chilli Pipers

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

• The Historic Theater

Bagpipes with attitude. Drums with a Scottish accent. It’s Bagrock—rock anthems and tunes from the glens, performed by the Red Hot Chilli PIPERS!

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Halley Neal

Thursday, September 18, 2025

• The Music Hall Lounge

One of this year's Music Hall Emerging Artist Grand Prize Winners, folk singer-songwriter Halley Neal returns to Portsmouth for a headlining show.

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Music Hall Presents

Itzhak Perlman: Cinema Serenade

Saturday, September 20, 2025

• The Historic Theater

Join the world-renowned violinist Itzhak Perlman for an unforgettable concert featuring the Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra where the magic of cinema meets the brilliance of a live orchestra.

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Casey Abrams & Friends

Saturday, September 20, 2025

• The Music Hall Lounge

Join Casey Abrams and his friends Dylan Chamber and Hunter, as they take the audience on a journey through sixty years of icon music.

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Kendra Morris

Sunday, September 21, 2025

• The Music Hall Lounge

The idiosyncratic singer-songwriter debuts her fourth full-length album Next, a DIY kaleidoscope that is vibrant, beautiful, messy, and buoyed by heart and the imperfectly perfect now.

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The Count Basie Orchestra

Monday, September 22, 2025

• The Historic Theater

Count Basie’s Orchestra, performing worldwide nearly 40 years after his passing, remains a jazz institution—Grammy-winning, world-renowned, and celebrated for excellence, grandeur, and legacy.

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Sharon Van Etten & The Attachment Theory

Tuesday, September 23, 2025

• The Historic Theater

Exhilarating and wholly realized, Sharon Van Etten & The Attachment Theory explores timeless themes through new sounds—sharp as glass, collaborative, and free in every way.

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Killer Queen - A Tribute To Queen

Wednesday, September 24, 2025

• The Historic Theater

Killer Queen is the longest-established tribute band to Freddie Mercury and Queen, who has regularly sold out venues and represented the band at LiveAid.

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Abrielle Scharff

Friday, September 26, 2025

• The Music Hall Lounge

The award-winning songwriter has opened for artists such as Patty Griffin and Ruston Kelly and was recently named an Emerging Artist Grant Recipient as part of The Music Hall’s 2025 Emerging Artist Grant Program.

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Ari Hest and Chris Trapper

Sunday, September 28, 2025

• The Music Hall Lounge

Don’t miss Grammy-nominated artists Ari Hest and Chris Trapper—two masterful songwriters known for heartfelt lyrics, soulful melodies, and unforgettable live performances.

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Chris Moyse & Floyds Row

Thursday, October 2, 2025

• The Music Hall Lounge

Genre-fusing ensemble exploring early, classical, folk, newgrass, and world genres with performances that feature traditional, modern covers, and original compositions sparkling with nostalgia and warm, velvety vocals.

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Amy Grant

Saturday, October 4, 2025

• The Historic Theater

The Grammy-winning icon, Christian pop star, songwriter, television personality, and philanthropist remains a beloved performer with decades of chart-topping success.

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Talisk and Gardiner Brothers: Unleashed

Sunday, October 5, 2025

• The Historic Theater

UNLEASHED unites the award-winning folk trio Talisk with the electrifying Gardiner Brothers for a high-energy showcase that celebrates tradition and innovation in an unforgettable fusion of music and dance.

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Taylor Ashton

Sunday, October 5, 2025

• The Music Hall Lounge

The Brooklyn-based shape-shifting songwriter has the heart of a novelist and the timing of a stand-up comic with a groovy brand of folk-rock where heart-on-sleeve meets tongue-in-cheek.

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JOHNNYSWIM

Monday, October 13, 2025

• The Historic Theater

The magnetic duo of Abner and Amanda Sudano Ramirez, blends heartfelt melodies and emotional storytelling across folk, pop, and blues, captivating audiences worldwide.

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Naturally 7: Closer Look

Monday, October 13, 2025

• The Music Hall Lounge

Naturally 7 redefines a cappella, transforming voices into instruments in a genre-blending, star-studded, and globally celebrated 20-year music journey.

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Brian Culbertson

Tuesday, October 21, 2025

• The Historic Theater

With a 29-album catalog, 40 Billboard #1 singles, Brian Culbertson has charted his own unique course in music, creating eclectic, entertaining, and engaging music at the peak of his power.

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Katie Pruitt - Time Wasn’t Wasted Tour

Tuesday, October 21, 2025

• The Music Hall Lounge

Hailed as a “dynamic new presence” (Rolling Stone), Katie Pruitt delves deeper into empathetic storytelling on her sophomore album Mantras, following in the themes of Expectations, her award-nominated, critically acclaimed debut album.

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In the Spotlight... Five Masters of Jazz

Sunday, October 26, 2025

• The Music Hall Lounge

Prepare to be swept away by an electrifying evening of jazz brilliance. In this brand-new showcase, five legendary artists come together to reveal the essence of their artistry—each one stepping into the spotlight to share the sound that sets them apart.

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The Machine Performs Pink Floyd: 50 Years of Wish You Were Here

Saturday, November 1, 2025

• The Historic Theater

The New York-based quartet has forged a 30+ year reputation of performing a diverse mix of The Floyd’s extensive 16-album repertoire, complete with faithful renditions of popular hits and obscure gems, extending the musical legacy of Pink Floyd.

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Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra Fall Concert - Classically Romantic

October 26 – November 2, 2025

• The Historic Theater

The Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra opens its 28th season with two Austrian composers who were both considered masters of harmony.

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Natalie Merchant with Erik Della Penna: Autumn Acoustic Tour

Tuesday, November 11, 2025

• The Historic Theater

A renowned musician, activist, and arts advocate whose four-decade career spans chart-topping albums, public service, and acclaimed educational projects.

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Peter Bradley Adams

Saturday, November 15, 2025

• The Music Hall Lounge

Adams began his career as co-founder of the duo Eastmountainsouth (Dreamworks Records), and has become one of the most vital singer-songwriters today.

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Griffin House

Saturday, November 22, 2025

• The Music Hall Lounge

Named one of the best emerging singer-songwriters of our time, Griffin House has forged a loyal fanbase through years of grassroots touring and has a discography that includes over 13 albums.

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MUSE: A Salute to Holiday Divas!

Saturday, December 6, 2025

• The Music Hall Lounge

Jacyn and Lauren are back with a NEW Muse Divas celebration just in time for the holidays!

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Nat Zegree: The Nat Before Christmas

Monday, December 15, 2025

• The Historic Theater

An evening filled with Christmas classics and original Christmas songs. Nat will fill your heart with joy and laughter this holiday season as only he can!

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STOMP

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

• The Historic Theater

STOMP returns with new routines and surprises—explosive, unique, and thrilling percussion that captivates all ages. See what all the noise is about!

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Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra Winter Concert - American Voices

Sunday, March 15, 2026

• The Historic Theater

Full of color and contrast, the Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra's winter concert program features three modern composers whose works capture America’s many voices.

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Peppa Pig: My First Concert

Thursday, April 2, 2026

• The Historic Theater

Peppa Pig, along with Mummy Pig, Daddy Pig, George and new baby sister Evie, are coming to Portsmouth for PEPPA PIG: MY FIRST CONCERT - a fun, interactive introduction to a live orchestra for ages 18 months and older.

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Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through 'The Change'®

Sunday, April 19, 2026

• The Historic Theater

The hysterical sequel to the smash-hit returns! Join four beloved ladies for high jinks, hot flashes, mood swings, memory lapses, and friendship on the high seas.

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Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert - Tragic Pathos

Sunday, May 31, 2026

• The Historic Theater

Bringing the Main Stage season to a fittingly dramatic conclusion are two works that embrace the spectrum of human experience—from passion to grief, and ultimately death.

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