List of Events
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September 24 2026Internationally beloved drag icon Sasha Velour presents a time‑bending, sweeping journey through the hidden queer histories of a single place. A witch burns in a field; a clown builds a theater; an underground gay bar rises up against the police. Through a series of jaw‑dropping lip‑syncs, Velour... MORE » -
October 01 2026El Laberinto del Coco is a 14-piece ensemble of percussion, horns, and call-and-response vocals that reimagines the Afro-Puerto Rican tradition of bomba through a contemporary lens—blending jazz, funk, and global influences. Led by composer and cultural educator Héctor “Coco” Bárez, the group is... MORE » -
October 14 2026Senegalese bassist and composer Alune Wade returns with Family Affair, a joyful family reunion across the Atlantic celebrating the deep musical ties between West Africa and Louisiana. Bringing together an extraordinary ensemble of musicians from both sides of the Atlantic, Wade blends Afrobeat and... MORE » -
October 18 2026Galway‑born brothers David and Martin Howley have spent more than a decade elevating traditional Irish music as founding members of We Banjo 3. Now they return with Howley—a new band with Kiana June and Caitlin Leahy that deepens their Celtic‑Americana sound with greater emotion and artistry.... MORE » -
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November 07 2026Rooted in the francophone Celtic diaspora, award-winning band Le Vent du Nord (The North Wind) delivers hard-driving, soulful music powered by vocals, fiddle, hurdy-gurdy, guitar, accordion, and foot percussion. Leaders of Québec's progressive folk revival, the quintet creates a joyous sound that... MORE » -
November 08 2026Sitar maestro Niladri Kumaar honors his profound artistic bond with the late Zakir Hussain in The Space Between the Notes, an extraordinary live recording of the pair performing in Mumbai, India, to be released later this year. Rooted in the musical tradition that shaped their partnership, Kumaar... MORE » -
November 11 2026Maryna Krut is a Ukrainian singer-songwriter and virtuosic master of the bandura—the iconic 64-string instrument whose ancient sound she reimagines through folk traditions, contemporary songcraft, and pop and jazz flourishes. A Eurovision finalist and celebrated ambassador of Ukrainian culture,... MORE » -
November 13 2026Serbian-born singer and composer Tamara Jokić moves fluidly between Balkan, Mediterranean, and contemporary jazz traditions, singing in 10 languages thatadd to the vast musical landscape. Performing original songs and arrangements from her albums, Transibérica and Kuća, Jokić and guitarist Gilad... MORE » -
November 13 2026, November 14 2026Boston-based dance organization Jean Appolon Expressions performs the world premiere of Pouvwa (Power)—an immersive evening of interconnectedness shaped through Haitian-folkloric dance, Afro-electronica, live drumming and visual installations. Pouvwa invites audiences to reflect on the misuse of... MORE » -
November 19 2026Across his 54-year career, 3-time Grammy winner John Scofield has never stopped pushing jazz forward, often venturing into the funk-driven fusion that shaped some of his most iconic work. With Electrospective, Scofield revisits his classic groove-based fan favorites with the seasoned perspective of... MORE » -
November 20 2026New York-based, Canadian-born singer, trumpeter, and songwriter Bria Skonberg has been hailed by The Wall Street Journal as one of the “most versatile and imposing musicians of her generation.” With smoky vocals, blistering trumpet work, and her signature jazz stylings, Skonberg has become a... MORE » -
November 21 2026, November 22 2026BalletX, Philadelphia’s premier contemporary ballet company, unites artistic innovation with technical excellence in bold new works of athleticism, emotion, and grace. Featuring an ensemble of 16 dancers hailed as “among America’s best” by The New York Times, BalletX pushes the boundaries of... MORE » -
November 22 2026Gifted composer and guitarist Pipo Romero, from Cádiz, Spain, pioneered a distinctive instrumental voice, dubbed “Spanish Acoustic Fingerstyle.” His innovative approach to the steel-string guitar fuses flamenco, Celtic, and classical melodies, resulting in a rich, dynamic sound that bridges... MORE » -
December 03 2026Brothers Zohar and Adam Cabo are two of the most exciting young voices in jazz today, blending progressive sounds, Latin rhythms, hip‑hop, and global influences into deeply inventive duo performances. With synchronicity forged over a lifetime of playing together, they channel a rare musical... MORE » -
December 05 2026Cellist and composer Zoë Keating has spent the last 20 years exploring the landscape of sounds a string instrument can make. Coaxing sounds out of the very edges of her cello and using a foot-controlled laptop to loop layer upon layer, Keating creates intricate, haunting, “swoon-inducing” (SF... MORE » -
December 06 2026Ezekiel's Wheels Klezmer Band and ZACHOR Dance Projects—two artists shaping Boston’s contemporary Jewish arts scene—come together for Looking Back, Stepping Forward, a vibrant exploration of klezmer music and Yiddish dance. Reflecting on diasporic identity, the performance explores how we carry... MORE » -
December 06 2026Maria Mazzotta performed the pizzica music of Southern Italy on major stages and festivals worldwide for 15 years with Canzoniere Grecanico Salentino. Widely regarded as one of the most distinctive voices to emerge from Italy’s Apulia region, she is now a leading figure in the European music scene... MORE » -
December 09 2026MANAS brings guitarist Tashi Dorji, drummer Thom Nguyen, and multi-instrumentalist Che Chen together for a visceral collision of free jazz and energetic experimentation. The trio channels their post-hardcore signature into musical improvisation that reaches new heights in at electrifying... MORE » -
December 10 2026GRAMMY®‑nominated pianist Monty Alexander marks 65 years since leaving Jamaica with his vibrant blend of bebop, blues, calypso, reggae, and the American Songbook. Over a storied career, he has toured with jazz greats including Clark Terry, Dizzy Gillespie, Milt Jackson, Ray Brown, and Randy Weston... MORE » -
December 10 2026The highly skilled players and writers of Magic Tuber Stringband weave regional folk traditions from the fabric of their surroundings, addressing the pain and defiant perseverance of lives–human, flora, or fauna–irrevocably changed by dominant forces. The North Carolina-based trio expands the... MORE » -
December 11 2026, December 12 2026Subject:Matter is a Boston-based dance company and jazz septet creating tap dance concerts, recording projects, and community events since 2015. They perform their sophomore record and concert dance work, With Far Hand, alongside the world premiere of "Outside," their forthcoming third album that... MORE » -
December 13 2026Premier jazz and R&B singer-pianist Kandace Springs’ natural gifts for lyricism and soulfulness have propelled her onto the stages of storied concert halls and major festivals around the globe. Described by her late mentor Prince as having “a voice that could melt snow,” the Nashville native... MORE » -
December 18 2026Thomas Lauderdale’s globe-trotting “little orchestra,” Pink Martini, brings an all-new holiday show that brings triple the joy featuring the radiant voices of NPR’s dashing Ari Shapiro, the soulful Edna Vazquez, and sensational America’s Got Talent finalist Jimmie Herrod. A Season of Stars mixes... MORE » -
January 09 2027Founded in Boston and now calling upstate New York home, Honeysuckle is the acclaimed folk and indie-roots duo of Holly McGarry and Chris Bloniarz. Their music weaves luminous harmonies, masterful string arrangements, and understated synth textures into a sound that honors traditional folk and... MORE » -
January 10 2027Composer Evan Ziporyn unveiled a stunning reimagining of David Bowie’s final album, Blackstar, as a cello concerto by visionary cellist Maya Beiser in 2017 that has mesmerized audiences around the world. Now, over 10 years since the legendary star’s passing, Alex Rigopulos (cocreator of Rock Band... MORE » -
January 14 2027Gretchen Parlato is widely regarded as one of the most inventive and mesmerizing jazz vocalists of her generation. Praised by The New York Times as “transfixing,” she “fashions a mellow, drifting sound informed by Brazil and Wayne Shorter and organic R&B.” Featured on more than 85 recordings,... MORE » -
January 15 2027Master musicians Balla Kouyaté of Mali and Matchume Zango of Mozambique unite in BALA-BILA, bringing West and East African musical realms into vibrant conversation. Blending timbila, mbira, xitende, balafon, calabash, bass guitar, sampling, live loops, and vocals, the duo creates an infectious... MORE » -
January 15 2027Celebrating 50 years since its founding, the Grammy-winning Dirty Dozen Brass Band has infused the unmistakable spirit of New Orleans brass with bebop jazz, funk, and R&B/soul. This distinctive sound, described by the band as a “musical gumbo,” has made the Dirty Dozen synonymous with genre-... MORE » -
January 16 2027Amythyst Kiah is one of the most compelling voices in contemporary Americana, blending old-time traditions with bluegrass, folk, rock, and soul. Hailed by Rolling Stone as “one of Americana’s great up-and-coming secrets,” Kiah pairs razor-sharp guitar work and exquisitely graceful banjo playing... MORE » -
January 17 2027, January 17 2027Fluent in the language of jazz, but never bound by it, saxophonist and composer Joshua Redman channels the echo of the past into lush improvisations that are uniquely engaging and unmistakably his own. “One of the 21st century’s finest jazz improvisers” (The Guardian) Redman creates music that... MORE » -
January 24 2027Hailing from Tuva, a republic in the heart of Central Asia, Alash are internationally acclaimed masters of Tuvan throat singing (xöömei), an art in which singers produce multiple notes simultaneously, creating a mesmerizing that echoes the natural world. Blending Tuva’s ancient musical tradition... MORE » -
January 26 2027Estonian duo Puluup featuring Marko Veisson and Ramo Teder transform the ancient talharpa (a bowed lyre) into something entirely unexpected. Electrified, looped, and paired with electronics, modern improvisation, and a touch of surrealism, their self-described "neo-zombie-post-folk" blends... MORE » -
January 29 2027Drones, beats, and towering black lamb's-wool hats all serve as a striking backdrop to the Ukrainian folk-rock quartet DakhaBrakha. With one foot in the urban avant-garde and the other rooted in Ukrainian village culture, the group's self-proclaimed "ethno-chaos" is a refreshingly novel vision of... MORE » -
January 29 2027, January 30 2027, January 31 2027Cirque Kalabanté presents Afrique en Cirque, a vibrant homage to the Guinean diaspora, created by founder and creative visionary Yamoussa Bangoura. Accompanied by live Afro-jazz, percussion, and kora, acrobats perform gravity-defying feats, soaring human pyramids, and breathtaking displays of... MORE » -
February 05 2027The one-of-a-kind contemporary beat lyricism and vocal ingenuity of two-time Grammy-winner Kurt Elling meets the melodies of "the most arrestingly innovative pianist in jazz over the last decade" (Vanity Fair), Fred Hersch, in Wildflowers. Elling, hailed by The New York Times as "the standout male... MORE » -
February 06 2027Founders of the Grammy-nominated Innov Gnawa unite with leading figures from NYC's jazz and contemporary music scenes to reimagine Gnawa music, often referred to as “Sufi blues.” Rooted in the rhythms and spiritual beliefs foraged between Islam and the indigenous cultures of Morrocco and West... MORE » -
February 06 2027, February 07 2027Fueled by the belief that classic jazz feeds the heart and soul, The Hot Sardines are on a mission to make old sounds new again. Drawing from the jazz of 1920s, '30s, and '40s, the New York-based ensemble returns with rollicking piano melodies and brassy horn arrangements, from their latest album,... MORE » -
February 12 2027, February 13 2027, February 13 2027Renowned for their extraordinary athleticism and artistry, YAMATO: The Drummers of Japan return with their powerful new production, Tamayura: Echoes of the Soul, featuring more than 40 traditional taiko drums and exploring a timeless question: What is taiko? Through dynamic percussion, movement,... MORE » -
February 17 2027CelloGayageum is not just a duo—it’s a musical journey across continents, cultures, and centuries. Austrian cellist Sol Daniel Kim and Korean gayageum (plucked zither) virtuoso Dayoung Yoon, CelloGayageum elegantly weave together gug-ak (traditional Korean music and arts) with Western classical... MORE » -
February 20 2027The Juanito Pascual Trio’s Flamenco Celebration of Jimi Hendrix reimagines Jimi Hendrix’s iconic guitar repertoire performed through the language off flamenco—raw, lyrical, and deeply felt. Bridging the spiritual and emotional depths of both the Hendrix and flamenco worlds, Juanito Pascual leads... MORE » -
February 27 2027, February 28 2027For over five decades, PHILADANCO! has stood an anchor of American modern dance excellence, known for producing dancers with unmatched technique and for upholding the lineage of Black American concert dance at the highest standard. PHILADANCO! presents a new work that honors the company’s legacy... MORE » -
March 02 2027Celebrating its 27th anniversary, International Guitar Night, North America’s longest-running touring guitar festival, brings together four innovative guitarists for an evening of solos, duets, and quartets. This year’s lineup features Jim Kimo West, Luca Stricagnoli, Minnie Marks, and Roxane... MORE » -
March 04 2027Born and raised on Chicago’s South Side, Marquis Hill has become an internationally acclaimed artist known for breaking down musical barriers. From winning the prestigious Thelonious Monk Jazz Competition to leading his celebrated group, the Blacktet, Hill blends jazz, hip-hop, R&B, and soul... MORE » -
March 05 2027Self-described “Sonic Scientist” Isaiah Collier & The Defiance challenges conventional definitions of modern music through embracing diverse arrays of sounds, that break free from the limitations often imposed on musical expression. The innovative, ensemble's fresh approach weaves intricate... MORE » -
March 06 2027In a rare and remarkable collaboration, Grammy-nominated sarodist Alam Khan—son of the legendary Ali Akbar Khan—joins forces with one of South Africa’s most innovative guitarists, Derek Gripper. Together, Alam and Derek explore the heights of spontaneous creation, re-imagining great African songs... MORE » -
March 07 2027ScreenDance RoadShow: Playing Favorites is a showcase of international dance films, pulled from nine exciting seasons of the only traveling dance film series in New England. Curated by Motion State Arts, a Providence, RI based presenter of contemporary dance and movement-based art, Playing... MORE » -
March 12 2027FlamenKora brings together improvisational trumpet, flamenco guitar, and the traditional kora and vocals of Senegal in a richly textured musical dialogue. Led by trumpeter Volker Goetze and featuring Ali Boulo Santo Cissoko, a master of Mande music, alongside flamenco guitarist Roberto Monteiro,... MORE » -
March 12 2027, March 13 2027RUBBERBAND's new creation, Reckless Underdog, promises a lyrical and figurative dissection of movement, boldly exploring the limits of time and space. Delivered in a three-act choreography, 12 dancers explore three distinct universes: one inspired classical ballet; one exploring an abstract and... MORE » -
March 14 2027, March 14 2027Honored as “South Africa’s Cultural Ambassadors to the World” by Nelson Mandela, legendary a cappella group Ladysmith Black Mambazo has thrilled audiences with its strong, proud melodies harmonized in layers of call and response for over 65 years. The 5-time Grammy-winning group, now led by founder... MORE » -
March 19 2027With a voice rich in warmth and emotion, Lucibela carries forward Cabo Verde’s timeless musical traditions of morna and coladeira. Singing ever since her birth on the island of São Nicolau and inspired by the legacy of Cesária Évora, she brings depth and grace to songs shaped by love, longing, and... MORE » -
March 20 2027Distinguished vocalist, activist, and composer Sona Jobarteh is a living archive of the Gambian people. With an eye toward both history and the future, she is paving the way for the next generation. A modern-day griot and the first internationally recognized female kora virtuoso from a prestigious... MORE » -
March 25 2027In Mayrig ("mother" in Armenian), cellist Karen Ouzounian and Lembit Beecher draw on Armenian musical traditions, stories from post-genocide Lebanon, and the cherished songs of Charles Aznavour to create a deeply personal exploration of memory, identity, and cultural inheritance. Through cello,... MORE » -
March 27 2027Keyon Harrold is a GRAMMY® nominated trumpeter, vocalist, composer, and producer whose music defies definition. A genre‑fluid innovator, he blends jazz, hip‑hop, R&B, blues, and cinematic soul into a signature sound that is at once raw and refined, emotional and electrifying. With a career... MORE » -
March 27 2027“The best party band in years” (NPR), Red Baraat is the pioneering Brooklyn-based ensemble led by dhol player Sunny Jain. Featured on Netflix's One Shot with Ed Sheeran and on “Ai Miei Amici” with Italian superstar Jovanotti, the band has earned worldwide acclaim for its singular sound—a thrilling... MORE » -
April 02 2027Baklava Express is a NYC based cross-cultural fusion project, led by award winning composer and oud player, Josh Kaye. The band performs original music shaped by a wide range of traditions from Ashkenazi and Mizrahi folk music to the broader musical traditions of the Mediterranean. Drawing on the... MORE » -
April 03 2027, April 04 2027A powerful performative archive, ZAZ honors the resilience of Hurricane Katrina survivors by embodying their stories through dance, music, and technology. Tap, hard-soled shoes, gumboots, and barefoot movement create a percussive score woven into speech, singing, rapping, and projections that... MORE » -
April 04 2027Widely regarded as one of the most prodigious jazz guitarists of his generation, Julian Lage returns with music from his latest Blue Note album, Scenes from Above. Described by The New York Times as “one of jazz's breezier virtuosos,” Lage is joined by legendary keyboardist John Medeski, bassist... MORE » -
April 13 2027One of the most lyrical and intimate voices of contemporary jazz piano, Brad Mehldau has forged a unique path, which embodies the essence of jazz exploration, classical romanticism, and pop allure. From critical acclaim as a bandleader to major collaborations with Pat Metheny, Renée Fleming, and... MORE » -
April 15 2027A premier soloist, composer, and bandleader, Grammy-nominated saxophonist Chris Potter has emerged as a leading light of his generation. Potter’s music showcases limitless creativity and a vibrant sense of swing, prompting critics, musicians, and fans alike to cite him as the one of the finest... MORE » -
April 17 2027Boston Dance Theater (BDT) pushes the boundaries of contemporary dance through physically daring movement, striking visual design, and thought-provoking storytelling. Known for its innovative collaborations and emotionally resonant performances, the company creates immersive works that explore the... MORE » -
April 17 2027Characterized by uncommon rhythmic dexterity, inventive slide guitar work, and a uniquely grooving, percussive style, guitarist Jack West draws from the rich traditions of American folk, jazz, funk, and rock. Described by DownBeat as “a jaw-dropping joyride,” West joins forces with the tastefully... MORE » -
April 24 2027Bursting with a magnetic stage presence and bright vocals, Elida Almeida is considered one of the leading figures of Cabo Verde's new musical generation. Channeling the kinetic spirit of her native Santiago's musical traditions of batuku, funaná, and tabanka, lends her powerful voice to songs that... MORE » -
April 24 2027, April 25 2027MOMIX Botanica is a lush, surreal journey through nature’s ever-changing imagery, following the rhythms of the seasons and the passing of a day. Acting as a restorative "herbal remedy" for the senses, this immersive visual theater experience pairs the superb energy and athleticism of its performers... MORE » -
April 25 2027Global phenomenon Trio Mandili began as three friends singing together in the Georgian countryside. Today, the viral folk trio captivates audiences across cultures and languages, amassing more than one billion views worldwide. Accompanied by the traditional panduri and celebrated for their luminous... MORE » -
May 02 2027Since its inception in 2009, the inspiring Ndlovu Youth Choir has become one of South Africa’s most treasured choral groups. From their home base in the Moutse Valley in rural Limpopo to the finals of America’s Got Talent (season 14), the choir's performances thrill audiences around the world,... MORE » -
May 14 2027Zafarán invites audiences on an exhilarating journey through the sounds and stories of the Mediterranean. Carmen Marsico’s expressive vocals move from haunting intimacy to exuberant celebration, while the ensemble’s virtuosic interplay, driving rhythms, and improvisation bring centuries-old... MORE » -
May 13 2027, May 14 2027, May 15 2027, May 15 2027Step Afrika! celebrates more than 30 years of critically acclaimed percussive performance with Evolution. As the world’s leading authority on the art form of stepping, Step Afrika! is committed to pushing the boundaries of the tradition, exploring its nearly limitless artistic possibilities. This... MORE » -
May 22 2027Two-time Grammy-nominated Pandit Debashish Bhattacharya is internationally celebrated as the unrivaled master of Hindustani slide guitar and a pioneering force in Indian classical music. His son, Suryadipta Bhattacharya, is an emerging virtuoso who carries this rich tradition forward with artistry... MORE » -
June 24 2027Grammy-winning pianist and bandleader Sullivan Fortner leads a remarkable trio featuring Tyrone Allen and Kayvon Gordon, transforming harmony and rhythm into captivating explorations of sound. Drawing on his New Orleans roots, Fortner crafts music that is both deeply soulful and strikingly... MORE »
