March Open Mic
Our final winter Open Mic night in the upstairs bar. Ready to share that new song or poem you wrote this winter? Or just come see what others have been working on. Sign-ups at 5:30, with the mic going live at 6 pm. Host: John Schindler. $5 donation at the door. Hungry? The Friends will […]
The Boneheads & Special Guests Sing the Music of Van Morrison
The uber-talented musicians that make up The Boneheads - Bob Colwell, Steve Jones, Scott Elliot and Dick Hollis - will be joined tonight by Mark Stover, Pat Colwell and others as they dedicate the evening to the music of the legendary Van Morrison. Celebrate the change of seasons on the coast of Maine with the […]
John McCutcheon – virtual
An all hammer dulcimer concert by one of the undisputed masters of the instrument, John McCutcheon! John is a king in the folk music genre and tonight he brings a live show featuring the hammer dulcimer. While we love having John on our stage, tonight you can enjoy him from the comfort of your couch […]
Caribbean Night with Pan Fried Steel
Tonight dozens of steel drums will fill the stage bringing the musical sound of the islands to the Harbor! The music of Pan Fried Steel conjures up dreams and memories of vacations spent on a distant island, sandals slipping off your feet, perhaps an aqua ocean nearby...come out tonight for an evening of island fun […]
Kalos
Kalos is three innovative interpreters and composers of Celtic roots music: Eric McDonald, Ryan McKasson and Jeremiah McLane. They are masters of tradition who purposefully explore the dark corners floating on its edges, delivering an alluring musical complexity full of spontaneity and joyful exuberance. They set the standard for traditional repertoire with an underlying drive […]
Andrew Duhon
The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor 86 Townsend Avenue, Boothbay HarborAndrew Duhon is a songwriter from New Orleans, a teller of stories with an undeniable voice, weighted and soulful. Duhon has released 3 recordings, including ‘The Moorings’, which was nominated for a Grammy in 2014 for ‘Best Engineered Album’. He has toured solo for much of his career, and that troubadour element is certainly present, […]
Karla Bonoff
The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor 86 Townsend Avenue, Boothbay HarborKarla Bonoff is described as one of the finest singer/songwriters of her generation - she's enjoyed critical acclaim, commercial success, enduring popularity and the unwavering respect of her peers. Her songs have become hits for Bonnie Raitt, Wynonna Judd and Linda Ronstadt. Fans and critics agree that her songs are timeless. She was featured in […]
The Clements Brothers
The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor 86 Townsend Avenue, Boothbay HarborThe Clements Brothers are George and Charles Clements, identical twins from New England. They’ve been playing and writing music together for as long as they can remember and ‘The Clements Brothers’ marks their first project together since playing in the internationally touring grass-roots band, ‘The Lonely Heartstring Band’ with whom they put out two albums […]
The Hot Sardines – Just announced!
Emerging a decade ago from the underground parties of Brooklyn to touring worldwide and recording a string of albums that’s racked up more than 60 million streams across digital platforms, the Hot Sardines’ own “potent and assured” (says The New York Times), “simply phenomenal” (The Times of London) brand of reinvigorated classic jazz has landed […]
Gaelic Storm
This chart-topping Celtic powerhouse has risen to the top of Billboard’s world music charts 7 times in the #1 spot! They’ve been out on the road for more than 20 years, routinely selling out houses large and small - after being seen by millions as the Irish band playing to the steerage passengers in the […]
Vance Gilbert
“If Joni Mitchell and Richie Havens had a love child, with Rodney Dangerfield as the midwife, the results might have been something close to the great Vance Gilbert.” As the above quote from Richmond magazine suggests, Vance Gilbert defies stereotypes. It’s little wonder then that he also exceeds expectations. He makes memorable music, as evidenced […]
Rum Ragged
Rum Ragged takes a bold approach to the distinct folk music of their home, the Eastern Canadian island of Newfoundland. Boasting bouzouki, fiddle, bodhran, banjo, guitar and button accordion, these new champions of East Coast music enliven and enlighten audiences with both songs and tune sets which they deliver with an honest swagger that is […]
Oshima Brothers
Portland, ME based nationally touring musicians. The brothers include singer/songwriter Sean who pens soulful tunes that mix playful spirits with emotional sincerity, and brother Jamie uses different instruments, loops, and other sonic textures to construct something fresh and familiar. An electronic beat shakes up a quiet acoustic ballad. A hooky pop melody gets contorted by […]
Once An Outlaw
Southern Rock Supergroup featuring Chris Anderson (formerly with The Outlaws), A.J. Vallee (The Southern Rock All-Stars), Chuck Farrell (James Montgomery band, Jon Butcher and Tim Archibald. Join us this July 4th weekend as we rock on with these veterans of the southern Rock world. Advance tickets $25, available directly from the box office at 207-633-5159. […]
Kruger Brothers
Since their formal introduction to American audiences in 1997, The Kruger Brothers’ remarkable discipline, creativity and their ability to infuse classical music into folk music has resulted in a unique sound that has made them a fixture within the world of acoustic music. The honesty of their writing has since become a hallmark of the […]
Livingston Taylor
Described as "equal parts Mark Twain, college professor, and musical icon, Livingston delights audiences with his charm and vast repertoire of his 22 albums and popular classics. Livingston has written top-40 hits recorded by his brother James Taylor and has appeared with Joni Mitchell, Linda Ronstadt, Fleetwood Mac, and Jimmy Buffet. He is equally at […]
“The Christmas Bride in Concert” Presented by Snowlion Repertory Company
“The Christmas Bride in Concert” will present a joyous tale of love lost and found, home and family, faith and forgiveness, based on a story by Charles Dickens. From the bright English countryside to the dark underbelly of London town, this charming musical, with a gorgeous score, follows young Marion Jeddler on her journey of […]
“I Paint My Life” – a Lecture by Victoria Browning Wyeth
The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor 86 Townsend Avenue, Boothbay HarborJoin Victoria Browning Wyeth, the only grandchild of iconic artist Andrew Wyeth, for an engaging lecture on the work of her grandfather. Victoria's lecture, "I Paint My Life", will examine the most famous works by Andrew and discuss subject matter, context, technique, and of course, fun family stories behind the paintings. Ms. Wyeth intersperses discussions of subject matter […]
Windborne
Windborne’s captivating performances draw on the singers’ deep roots in traditions of vocal harmony, while the absolute uniqueness of their artistic approach brings old songs into the present. Known for the innovation of their arrangements, their harmonies are bold and anything but predictable. With a 20-year background studying polyphonic music around the world, Lauren Breunig, […]
The Faux Paws
From raging fiddle tunes, to saxophone solos and unrequited love songs, the music of The Faux Paws would be hard to pin down with standard genre descriptions. The trio’s contagious groove, and feel-good melting pot folk music has been honed over ten years of playing together, and is the sound of three close friends who […]
The Sweet Remains
These guys are an unusual band on today’s music scene as they are headed by 3 gifted singer-songwriters, each of whom contributes to the writing and 3-part harmonies that define the band’s sound. They are also the very rare independent band to claim over 50 MILLION Spotify plays worldwide (and counting).Driven by strong lyrical and […]
Bela Fleck – My Bluegrass Heart
Featuring Michael Cleveland, Sierra Hull, Justin Moses, Mark Schatz and Bryan Sutton performing with the legendary Bela Fleck. Fifteen-time Grammy winner Fleck always thought he'd come back to bluegrass, and he has. Over the long and lauded course of his unique creative run, Fleck – the world’s premier banjo virtuoso and a celebrated musical adventurer […]
Cecilia
Forming their trio in 2017, Timi Turmel, Erin Leahy, and Louis Schryer are three of the most admired Canadian musicians in traditional music. Set to launch their first album, they offer a new sound to the landscape: it’s melodious, rhythmic, emotional, energetic, and of the highest caliber. Join us tonight as we celebrate the arrival […]
Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas
. The musical partnership between consummate performer Alasdair Fraser, "the Michael Jordan of Scottish fiddling", and brilliant Californian cellist Natalie Haas spans the full spectrum between intimate chamber music and ecstatic dance energy. Over the last 20 years of creating a buzz at festivals and concert halls across the world, they have truly set the […]
Emmet Cahill & Emmett O’Hanlon – Music of the Silver Screen
Irish Tenor Emmet Cahill and American Baritone Emmett O’Hanlon present “The Golden Age of Hollywood” a thrilling evening of classic songs from the silver screen and great Broadway musicals. Presenting favorites including ' Moon River ', 'The Impossible Dream ' , ' Some Enchanted Evening ' , 'My Way ' and more. Emmet and Emmett […]
Dancing with the Duke – Novel Jazz Septet
Join in the fun tonight, dancing to the music of Duke Ellington, or just settling in to enjoy the concert. Dancing or seated, we promise this night will have your tapping your toes! In celebration of the Opera House's 20th anniversary, we invite all to come out and enjoy one of our favorite Maine jazz […]
Jon Pousette-Dart Duo
It’s been four and a half decades since Jon Pousette-Dart caught the attention of Boston-based music promoter Don Law while playing at the Chicken Box in Nantucket. Law convinced the native New Yorker to move to Boston, became his manager, and in short order, singer-guitarist Pousette-Dart led a duo, then a trio, then a whole […]
Seth Glier – Just announced!
Singer-songwriter - pianist & guitarist - activist - human. We've been listening to Seth for more than a decade, watching him up grow from an unforgettable young, emerging Grammy-nominated talent - into one of the most interesting artists to grace our stage. We haven't seen Seth perform here for a couple of years and look […]
Tannahill Weavers
Born of a session in Paisley, Scotland, and named for the town's historic weaving industry and local poet laureate Robert Tannahill, the Tannahill Weavers have made an international name for their special brand of Celtic music, blending the beauty of traditional melodies with the power of modern rhythms. As one of the world's premier traditional Celtic bands, their […]