Jan. 4-7 Weekly Entertainment Report: Lively arts, music, shows in and around Manchester

As always this week’s round-up of live entertainment in and around Manchester 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.)

Be sure to visit The Weekender for more featured events out and about town this weekend!

THURSDAY, JANUARY 4th

• Litherman’s Brewing Company (Concord) / 5:30pm
• Dave Clark / Homestead (Merrimack) / 5:30pm
• Jeff Mrozek / Fratello’s (Manchester) / 5:30pm
• Sam Hammerman / Tortilla Flat (Merrimack) / 7pm
• Eddie Sands / Copper Door (Salem) / 7pm
• Lou Antonucci / Copper Door (Bedford) / 7pm
• Tim Theriault / Telly’s (Epping) / 7pm
• Faith Ann / Strange Brew Tavern (Manchester) / 8pm

FRIDAY, JANUARY 5th

• John Chouinard / Gauchos (Manchester) / 6pm – SATURDAY AS WELL

• Andrea Paquin / Backyard Brewery (Manchester) / 6pm
• Tom Boisse / The Foundry (Manchester) / 6pm
• Clint Lapointe / Coach Stop (Londonderry) / 6pm
• Ken Budka / Murphy’s (Bedford) / 6pm
• Paul Lussier / Fratello’s (Manchester) / 6pm
• Sam Hammerman / Homestead (Merrimack) / 6pm
• Bar Hoppers Band/ Stark Brewing (Manchester) 6:30pm
• Kevin Horan / To Share Brewing Company (Manchester) / 6:30pm
• Richard Wallace / Luna Bistro (Salem) / 7pm
• Chad Lamarsh / Telly’s (Epping) / 8pm
• Small Town Stranded / Derryfield (Manchester) / 8pm
• Peter Higgins / Strange Brew Tavern (Manchester) / 8pm
• Neon Rodeo / Bonfire Country Bar (Manchester) / 9pm
• Nothing Safe (Alice In Chains Tribute) / Shaskeen Irish Pub (Manchester) / 9pm

SATURDAY, JANUARY 6th

• Ryan Williamson / Downtown Farmers Market (Concord) / 9am-12pm
• Lucas Gallo / Great North Aleworks (Manchester) / 4pm
• Jonny Friday / The Wild Rover (Manchester) / 5pm
• Matt Litzinger / To Share Brewing Company (Manchester) / 5pm
• Peter Pappas / The Hill Bar & Grille (Manchester) / 5:30pm
• Dave Clark / Coach Stop (Londonderry) / 6pm
• Eddie Sands / Homestead (Merrimack) / 6pm
• Jordan Quinn / Fratello’s (Manchester) / 6pm
• Richard Wallace / Murphy’s (Bedford) / 6pm
• Chris Lester / Backyard Brewery (Manchester) / 6pm
• Paul Driscoll / The Foundry (Manchester) / 6pm
• Chad Lamarsh / Luna Bistro (Salem) / 7pm
• Ken Budka / Chen Yang Li (Bow) / 7pm
• Jimmy’s Down / Derryfield (Manchester) / 8pm
• Rob & Jody / Telly’s (Epping) / 8pm
• Peter Ward / Strange Brew Tavern (Manchester) / 9pm
• Mariah Rose / Bonfire Country Bar (Manchester) / 9pm

SUNDAY, JANUARY 7th

• Nate Comp / Copper Door (Salem) / 11am

• Phil Jacques / Copper Door (Bedford) / 11am

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.

FEATURED ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Click on DIRECT/x link for the official link to purchase tickets for each event.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 4th

THE GREATEST LOVE OF ALL / Capitol Center (Concord) / 8pm – DIRECT/x

Whitney Huston’s musical legacy is brought to life in this critically acclaimed tribute show described as “mind-blowingly spot on”. Be stunned by the breathtaking vocals of Belinda. With the accompaniment of a live band, backing vocalists and choreographed dancers, plus state-of-the-art sound, lighting, vision and theatrical effects, this is a beautifully crafted tribute to one of the world’s most revered singers. www.ccanh.com or (603)225-1111

COMEDY NIGHT / The Goat (Manchester) / 8pm – DIRECT/x

Hosted by Mark Moccia and featuring Alex Giampapa, Janet McNamara, Kristy Kielbasinksi, Mystaru. www.goatnh.com

RECYCLED PERCUSSION / Palace Theatre (Manchester) / FINAL WEEKEND! – DIRECT/x

Legendary New England drumming group RECYCLED PERCUSSION is back!!! Don’t miss this show packed full of surprises and crowd favorites in an incredible turbo-charged performance. Be part of a one-of-a-kind show that took these guys all the way to the entertainment capital of the world, Las Vegas! www.palacetheatre.org or (603)668-5588 – ADVANCED TICKETS SUGGESTED

LABELLE LIGHTS / LaBelle Winery (Derry) / FINAL WEEKEND! – DIRECT/x

Escape the holiday chaos and experience a joyful winter wonderland at LaBelle Lights in Derry, where over a million twinkling lights illuminate festive outdoor displays along a walking path. Admission includes special theme weeks, carefully curated to enhance your experience by offering engaging and interactive themes to enhance your overall experience. www.labellewinery.com/lights or (602)672-9898

FRIDAY, JANUARY 5th

DUELING PIANOS LIVE! / Rex Theatre (Manchester) / 7:30pm – DIRECT/x

Two grand pianos are center stage with a team of outrageously talented pianists who seem to know every song ever written. Each show is different because it’s all requested, and you or your friends might even get called up on stage for a bit of good-humored fun and some unforgettable YouTube moments. www.rextheatre.org or (603)668-5588 – LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE

CAPTAIN FANTASTIC / Tupelo Music Hall (Derry) / 8pm – DIRECT/x

Originally from Waltham Massachusetts, Michael Troy learned to play piano at a very early age. He also developed a great admiration for Elton John and his music. Michael is a singer/songwriter as well as an established recording artist. Elton John classics have been part of his performances throughout his career. In late 2019, Michael Formed “Captain Fantastic” a band comprised of some of his favorite musicians from the MA/NH area. Michael and his band perform many of Elton’s Classic hits as well as some favorite deeper cuts. www.tupelomusichall.com or (603)437-5100

DISNEY ON ICE: INTO THE MAGIC / SNHU Arena (Manchester) / through January 7 – DIRECT/x

Into The Magic takes families on a high-sea adventure as Moana sets sail on a life-changing quest to save her island with help from the demigod Maui. Journey across the Marigold Bridge with Miguel from Disney Pixar’s Coco into the magnificent and mystical Land of the Dead.  Through the athleticism and grace of Anna and Elsa, Rapunzel and Flynn, and Cinderella, brave heroes from Frozen, Tangled and Cinderella ignite passions to believe.  Showgoers will witness each characters’ unique qualities and talents inspiring children around the world to discover their inner hero. www.ticketmaster.com

SATURDAY, JANUARY 6th

GET THE LED OUT / Capitol Center (Concord) / 8pm – DIRECT/x

Dubbed by the media as “The American Led Zeppelin,” Get The Led Out offers a strong focus on the early years. They also touch on the deeper cuts that were seldom, if ever heard in concert. GTLO also include a special “acoustic set” with Zep favorites such as “Tangerine” and “Hey Hey What Can I Do.” A GTLO concert mimics the “light and shade” that are the embodiment of “The Mighty Zep.” Whether it’s the passion and fury with which they deliver the blues-soaked, groove driven rock anthems, it’s their attention to detail and nuance that makes a Get The Led Out performance a truly awe-inspiring event! www.ccanh.com or (603)225-1111 – LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE

MIA X ALLY / Tupelo Music Hall (Derry) / 8pm – DIRECT/x

The Devil Went Down to Georgia Tour. ‘Mia x Ally’ is the electrifying duo project of electric violinist Mia Asano and bagpiper/multi-instrumentalist Ally the Piper. With a combined following of over 6 million people, both musicians officially joined forces in April 2022, playing both original songs and covers of pop rock and metal music with a Celtic twist. Both from classically trained backgrounds, they share a dream of showcasing the vast range of their instruments, bringing them to the forefront of metal, rock, and pop music. With combined recognition from Metallica, Dragonforce, The Charlie Daniels Band, and Dropkick Murphy’s for covering their music, this duo is turning heads and shaking up the industry, with a live show you won’t want to miss. www.tupelomusichall.com or (603)437-5100

UPCOMING EVENTS

BRITISH INVASION / Majestic Theatre (Manchester) / January 13th at 7pm – DIRECT/x

Join us for an evening of the music that took the US by storm and changed the face of popular music as we knew it! The British Invasion musical movement of the mid-1960s included the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, the Animals, the Troggs, the Searchers, the Dave Clark Five, Herman’s Hermits, and more. Join us for a night celebrating their music as our performers put their spin on some of these classic and memorable songs. www.majestictheatre.net or (603)669-7469

DANCING QUEENS / Palace Theatre (Manchester) / January 19 through February 11 – DIRECT/x

Come experience the glitter and glamour of the 70’s Disco Age. This show highlights a time when Swedish disco group ABBA ruled the music world. ABBA’s music has stood the test of time, entertaining all generations. You will be singing along and dancing in the aisles! “You can dance, you can jive, having the time of your life!” www.palacetheatre.org or (603)668-5588

Be sure to visit The WEEKENDER for more featured events out and about town this weekend!