Barts Tree Service Comedy Series ANDREW DICE CLAY is proud to be one of America’s most controversial and outrageous comics. When he released his debut album, Dice, the parental advisory label simply read “Warning: This album is offensive.” Clay’s rise to fame was nothing less than meteoric; he became the first comedian to sell out Madison Square Garden two nights in a row and was the only performer ever “Banned For Life from MTV.” Over the last few years, Clay’s…

3 Master Guitarists. 1 Stage. Guitar Army is comprised of three world-class musicians: John Jorgenson, Lee Roy Parnell, and Joe Robinson. The three distinct guitarists, singers and songwriters, along with their band, join forces to perform each Guitar Army show in enthralling five-piece supergroup fashion. This is truly a full-on, captivating display of guitar prowess — at times potent and powerful, and at other times, tasteful and graceful — but it runs much deeper than that. It’s a magical combination…

Join us in the lobby at 7:15pm for an Italian wine tasting by Gallo Ristorante and an art exhibit by local photographer Delilah Pappas! Lizz Wright is a vocalist of uncommon talent and spirit. Sliding effortlessly between jazz, R&B, gospel, blues and folk, the Georgia-reared singer has built a career centered on her smoky, supple voice and an earthy/ethereal style. Whether singing a beloved jazz standard, a reinterpreted modern pop classic or one of her dynamic originals, Wright’s artistry remains…

Literally glowing in the dark, iLuminate first seared itself into the eyes of millions on NBC’s America’s Got Talent. The group’s jaw-dropping fusion of technology and choreography uses special light suits that baffle audience members by enabling the performers to disappear, reappear, and seemingly levitate. Artists such as Chris Brown and the Black Eyed Peas soon clamored to use the technology for their own live shows, and old-timey tap dancers slumped away in shame. The suits are the brainchild of…

Direct from its success in London’s West End, a SOLD OUT UK tour and standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel Story is back! Using huge projection photos, original film footage and a full live band, ‘The Simon and Garfunkel Story’ is a critically acclaimed concert style theatre show about two young boys from Queens, New York who went on to become the world’s most successful music duo of all time. A moving and powerful concert featuring all…

Join us in the lobby at 7:15pm for a wine tasting and an art exhibit! If you’ve seen Bonnie Raitt live – chances are you’ve seen Jon Cleary at the piano. Raitt often calls Cleary “the ninth wonder of the world.” He is a triple threat with a salty-sweet voice, masterful piano skills and a knack for stacking infectious grooves with melodic hooks and sharp lyrics. New Orleans funk master Jon Cleary is a 2016 Grammy award-winner, as well as…

ZEPPELIN COMPLETE is the brainchild of the original members of the international touring Zeppelin tribute Hammer of the Gods, who were looking to faithfully present Led Zeppelin’s legendary studio catalog with nuance, power & precision. With the addition of two world-class musicians, this six-piece ensemble creates an epic wall of sound Led Zeppelin fans have never before experienced. Here are all your Zeppelin favorites, note-perfect–right off the album…exactly the way Jimmy Page meant them to be heard!

In this day of watered down comedy, Nick Di Paolo’s brutally honest performances remind us of what great stand up should be: funny, socially relevant and a little bit reckless. With Boston beginnings, DiPaolo moved to New York where his sarcastic style was welcomed with open arms by New York audiences at such clubs as Catch a Rising Star, Caroline’s and The Comedy Cellar. It was clubs like these where he honed his uncompromising point of view, which makes him…

Martin Barre has been the guitarist of Jethro Tull for 43 years, his sound and playing having been a major factor in their success. Martin’s guitar playing has earned him a high level of respect and recognition; he was voted 25th best solo ever in the USA and 20th best solo ever in the UK for his playing on ‘Aqualung’. His playing on the album ‘Crest of a Knave’ earned him a Grammy award in 1988. As well as numerous…

Legendary stand-up and Academy Award winner Steven Wright returns with his trademark low energy and skewed one-liners! Wright’s career has spanned more than 30 years and he has become a major influence in many of today’s young comedians including Demetri Martin, Todd Barry, Tig Notaro and Zach Galifianakis. Now only playing theaters and rarely performing in clubs, Steven Wright is not one to work the crowd. Instead, he packs his sets with joke after joke…often creating bizarre scenarios.

Nobody lived life like Johnny Cash, and nobody plays Johnny Cash like Cash is King! Don’t miss the ultimate tribute show featuring the music and stories of Cash’s life with more than 30 classic songs including “Folsom Prison Blues”, “I Walk The Line”, “Ring Of Fire” and many more. Johnny Cash is portrayed by the spot-on Brian Chicoine. His voice has an uncanny similarity to the legendary singer’s, and he has been described as the closest thing to the original…

Carl Palmer, a founding member of the Emerson Lake & Palmer and ASIA , and is one of the most famous drummers in rock history! Palmer’s ELP Legacy has been thrilling audiences with its innovative new versions of classic Emerson Lake & Palmer songs and rocked-out power-trio versions of classical music hits. Palmer, named by ROLLING STONE magazine as one of the 10 greatest drummers of all time, is a dynamic showman and has been performing for nearly four decades…

Blues Traveler started their career in the late ‘80s, and went on to become one of the most widely known artists in the jam-band scene. In celebration of their monumental 30-year career, Blues Traveler kicks off their 30th Anniversary Tour at The Ridgefield Playhouse! John Popper (lead vocals, harmonica), Chan Kinchla (guitar), Tad Kinchla(bass), Brendan Hill (drums), and Ben Wilson (keyboard) — have a proven reputation for their improvisational live shows and tireless touring. With a total of twelve studio…

Tracy Morgan is one of the most respected comedians in his field. Starring for seven seasons on NBC’s Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winning “30 Rock,” Morgan appeared opposite Tina Fey and Alec Baldwin as “Tracy Jordan,” the unpredictable star of Lemon’s (Fey) hit variety show, “TGS with Tracy Jordan.” At the beginning of 2016, he headlined a nationwide stand-up tour titled Picking Up the Pieces which culminated in his newest stand up special Staying Alive which will be available on…

One of the most popular and entertaining rock groups of the 1960s, Paul Revere & the Raiders enjoyed seven years of serious chart action, and during their three biggest years (1966-1969), sold records in numbers behind only the Beatles and the Rolling Stones. And their hits — “Steppin’ Out,” “Just Like Me,” “Hungry,” “Him or Me — What’s It Gonna Be,” and “Kicks” in particular — are now seen by compilers as bold, unpretentious pieces of ’60s rock & roll…

Legendary music icons, THREE DOG NIGHT, celebrate their 4th decade bringing with them some of the most astonishing statistics in popular music. In the years 1969 through 1974, no other group achieved more top 10 hits, moved more records or sold more concert tickets than THREE DOG NIGHT. THREE DOG NIGHT’s hits wind through t he fabric of pop culture today, whether on the radio where they are heard day in and day out, in TV commercials or in major…

Producer, composer, keyboardist and vocalist, Sérgio Mendes is one of the most internationally successful Brazilian artists of all time. His hit single, “Mas Que Nada,” is the first Portuguese language song to ever hit Billboard’s U.S. Pop chart and Mendes’ signature mix of bossa nova and samba and distinctive pop instrumentation have ultimately come to define Brazilian music. With a career spanning five decades, his enduring influence on the music industry continues to evolve. A three-time Grammy® Award winner, with…

Fathom Events, Turner Classic Movies and Sony Pictures Entertainment present, The Princess Bride 30th Anniversary, in select cinemas nationwide! The event also includes exclusive commentary from a Turner Classic Movies host, who will give insight into this classic film. When the beautiful maiden Buttercup (Robin Wright) hears that her true love Westley (Cary Elwes) is dead, she reluctantly agrees to marry the loathsome Prince Humperdinck (Chris Sarandon). After Westley returns to rescue Buttercup, the two begin an epic adventure filled…

Four-time Grammy Award nominee and multi-platinum selling sax-man Boney James needs no introduction to contemporary jazz fans. The gifted saxophonist, veteran of four RIAA gold albums, a Soul Train Award, nominations for two NAACP Image Awards and 10 #1 albums on the Billboard Contemporary Jazz Albums chart, has sold over 3 million records during his career. Four of them have received Grammy nominations, including 2013’s The Beat. His latest, futuresoul, released in 2015, topped the Billboard Contemporary Jazz Chart for…

Mary Wilson is one of the founding members of the Motown legends, “The Supremes,” who recorded twelve No.1 hits from 1964 to 1969 including “Where Did Our Love Go,” “Baby Love,” “Come See About Me,” “Stop In the Name of Love” and “Back in My Arms Again.” The legendary singer’s career did not stop there. Ms. Wilson still performs with the same passion as she did while singing with the Supremes, but the world renowned celebrity is now also using…

The Fab Four is elevated far above every other Beatles tribute due to their precise attention to detail. With uncanny, note-for-note live renditions of Beatles’ songs, The Fab Four will make you think you are watching the real thing. This incredible stage show includes three costume changes representing every era of the Beatles ever-changing career. This loving tribute to the Beatles has amazed audiences all over the world, including Japan, Malaysia, Hong Kong, The United Kingdom, Germany, Mexico and Brazil.…

Join us for a sensational tour of American popular dance from yesterday and today! From “The Charleston” and “Lindy Hop” to “The Jitterbug” and “Twist” to “Disco” and “Vogue”, American dance is constantly changing and evolving in dynamic new ways. Seven leading Broadway dancers backed up by three Broadway vocalists and a live band, bring you on an exploration of the twentieth century’s flashiest dance floors. Featuring energetic choreography by Al Blackstone (TV’s “So You Think You Can Dance”), music…

He’s a 9-time Grammy Award nominee and has won 3 Grammy Awards. Best known for “The Way It Is” – the title track of Bruce Hornsby and the Range’s 1986 debut album – became the most-played song on American radio in 1987 and won ASCAP’s Song of the Year award. “The Way It Is” and hits like “Mandolin Rain” and “Every Little Kiss” established Hornsby as a popular musician, while subsequent high-profile work with the likes of Don Henley, Willie…

Following their South American tour this Spring, Renaissance will be back in the Northeast in October and November 2017 debuting their ‘Symphonic Journey’ tour. This tour will include four very special concerts featuring the ‘Renaissance Chamber Orchestra’ (a handpicked assemblage of strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion). These performances will be the first time in 40 years that Renaissance will perform on stage with a ‘live’ orchestra and, in addition, 2017 marks the 48th year since the band’s formation and its…

In 2017 American singer-songwriter Martin Sexton extends touring in support of his ninth studio release Mixtape of the Open Road. Syracuse native Sexton got his start singing in the streets and subways of Boston in the early 90’s. Still fiercely independent and headlining venues from The Fillmore to Carnegie Hall, he has influenced a generation of contemporary artists. His songs have appeared in television series such as Scrubs, Parenthood, Masters of Sex and in numerous films, though it’s his incendiary…

Based on the folk tale as recorded by the Brothers Grimm; Book by Bruce Craig Miller and Ford Flannagan; Lyrics by Bruce Craig Miller; Music by Ron Barnett This musical adaptation of the classic Grimm’s fairy tale features comes to life with a talented ensemble of actors and wonderful puppets. Follow along as Snow White meets her pint-sized friends, takes the apple from the Evil Queen, receives a kiss from the Prince, and lives happily ever after. This faithful rendition…

Christian McBride, the recently named Artistic Director of the Newport Jazz Festival, is a five-time Grammy Award-winning bassist-composer who, since the early ‘90s, has recorded over 300 dates as a sideman and released albums as a leader since ’95. The Philadelphia native has become one of the most requested, most recorded, and most respected figures in the music world today. Aside from various stints with Sting, Chick Corea, Pat Metheny, Roy Haynes, John McLaughlin and George Duke, among others, McBride…

Pepsi Rock Series Powered by xfinity When Yngwie Malmsteen hit the scene in the early 80s, he turned the entire guitar world upside down; never before was guitar playing like his ever heard. Drawing inspiration from his love for Baroque and Romantic classical music, Malmsteen employs classical violin techniques such as four and five-octave arpeggios, pedal notes, and harmonic minor, diminished and Phrygian scales, flawlessly delivered at mind-boggling levels of speed and clarity. In doing so, he has singlehandedly created…

In a recording career that spans almost three decades and 23 albums, Grammy Award-winning saxophonist Kenny G has grafted elements of R&B, pop and Latin to a jazz foundation solidifying his reputation as the premiere artist in contemporary jazz. Since the early ‘80s, his combination of unparalleled instrumental chops and indelible melodies has resulted in sales of more than 75 million records worldwide (45 million in the US alone) and more than a dozen climbs to the top of Billboard’s…

Actress, singer, dancer, author & mother of 4 fierce kids. Best known for her hits “Save the Best for Last,” “Dreamin,” and “Colors of the Wind” among others, Vanessa Williams is one of the most respected and multi-faceted performers in entertainment today. She has conquered the musical charts, Broadway, music videos, television and motion pictures. She has sold millions of albums worldwide and she has achieved critical acclaim as an actress on stage, in film and on television. See one…

6pm Gala (for sponsors and Gala ticket holders) | 8pm Live Auction & Performance Pepsi Rock Series powered by xfinity Gala Award Honorees: Anita and Nick Donofrio Arts Volunteer Award Honoree: Kerry Ann Ducey The iconic guitarist, songwriter, vocalist and three-time Grammy-Award winner Brian Setzer and his 19-piece orchestra whip up a huge dose of retro holiday cheer with their Christmas Rocks! Tour. Throughout his decorated career as founder/leader of the Stray Cats, his 19-piece Brian Setzer Orchestra, and as…

Pepsi Rock Series Powered by xfinity Partially Underwritten by Canine Training and Behavior Services Merchandise Package Bundle Available! This holiday season, Melissa will be teaming up with the Marine Corps for Toys for Tots. There will be a representative at Melissa’s merchandise booth to accept any unwrapped toy from doors through end of show. Melissa Etheridge is one of rock music’s great female icons. Her critically acclaimed eponymous debut album was certified double platinum. Etheridge’s popularity built around such memorable…

The powerhouse of rock, Get The Led Out aka “America’s Led Zeppelin” returns for a night of classic Zeppelin hits! Fans can hear the songs that the legendary band that created including “Kashmir,” “Whole Lotta Love,” “Dazed and Confused” and the iconic “Stairway to Heaven.” This high-energy concert captures the essence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin and brings it to the concert stage. This is not an impersonator act but rather a group of musicians who were fans…

Stephen Sondheim’s legendary musical is staged for the first time at the National Theatre and broadcast to cinemas. New York, 1971. There’s a party on the stage of the Weismann Theatre. Tomorrow the iconic building will be demolished. Thirty years after their final performance, the Follies girls gather to have a few drinks, sing a few songs and lie about themselves. Tracie Bennett, Janie Dee and Imelda Staunton play the magnificent Follies in this dazzling new production. Featuring a cast…

“One In Every Crowd” There’s always one person in every group situation who ruins everything… From MTV’s Remote Control to SNL to Comedy Central’s “Tough Crowd,” Mr. Quinn is not one to take a hint and bow out gracefully. He’s been on Broadway with “Irish Wake” and “Colin Quinn Long Story Short” and off-Broadway with “Colin Quinn Unconstitutional” and “Colin Quinn The New York Story”. Colin can be seen in the recurring role of ‘Hermie’ on HBO’s “Girls”, opposite Amy…

Don’t miss a special evening with this legendary singer/songwriter and his band! As a songwriter and prolific music producer, Jim Messina’s career has filled decades with many hits and favorites from several different but equally loved bands. In the late-1960s, Jim Messina was the recording engineer/producer/bass player for Buffalo Springfield featuring Stephen Stills, Neil Young and Richie Furay. After Buffalo Springfield disbanded in 1968, Jim co-founded Poco with Richie Furay and Rusty Young, one of the original and most influential…

Benchmark Senior Living at Ridgefield Crossings Live in HD & Classical Series Bolshoi Ballet ENCORE in HD Music: Adolphe Adam Choreography: Alexei Ratmansky after Marius Petipa Cast The Bolshoi Principals, Soloists and Corps de Ballet Amidst a bustling Turkish market, the pirate Conrad falls in love at first sight with beautiful Medora, the ward of the slave merchant Lankedem’s Bazaar. Conrad kidnaps Medora when Lankedem decides to sell her to the Pasha. Inspired by Lord Byron’s epic poem and reworked…

A New Documentary that Charts a Momentous Period of Change for The Met and New York City in the 50’s and 60’s from Director, Susan Froemke. As the Metropolitan Opera launches its 133rd season this fall, a new film by multiple Emmy Award-winning documentary filmmaker Susan Froemke surveys a remarkable period of the company’s rich history and a time of great change for New York. Drawing on rarely seen archival footage, stills, and recent interviews, The Opera House chronicles the…

‘PORTRAITS’ featuring Billy Squier and GE Smith is an exquisite coupling, highlighting conversation and collaboration, featuring Squier’s music, stripped down to the bone. GE Smith is a master guitarist who has played lead guitar for Hall & Oates, Bob Dylan, Roger Waters (Pink Floyd) as well as many others! He’s best known as the decade-long musical director of Saturday Night Live where he won an Emmy. Billy Squier has written & recorded 11 albums and sold nearly 20 million records!…

Best known as lead guitarist Deacon Claybourne on “Nashville,”- Charles “Chip” Esten, returns to The Ridgefield Playhouse after a sold-out performance with a full band full of hit songs. For Esten creativity has been a constant battle among the muses of music, acting and comedy. He’s exercised his acting muscle in movies like “The Postman” and “Swing Vote” as well as TV series like HBO’s “Big Love” and Disney Channel’s “Jessie.” Comedy improv show “Whose Line Is It Anyway?,” with…

The Lords of 52nd Street are Liberty Devitto, Richie Cannata, and Russell Javors, who along with the late Doug Stegmeyer made up the nucleus of The Billy Joel Band from 1976 through the next three decades. Now reunited and along with some great musicians by their side, the Lords are playing all the classic Billy Joel songs just as they toured and recorded them with Billy Joel himself, helping to establish Joel’s formidable sound through more than 150 million records…

In Verona, Romeo and Juliet fall madly in love while their respective families, the Montagues and the Capulets, are caught in a bitter rivalry ending in heart-wrenching tragedy… Alexei Ratmansky, former artistic director of the Bolshoi Ballet, stages the company’s premiere of his production with dramatic urgency and a fresh re-telling of Shakespeare’s beloved classic. His brilliant and detailed adaptation set to Prokofiev’s romantic and cinematic score reignites the story of literature’s most celebrated star-crossed lovers like no other classical…

One of Nashville’s best-kept secrets is coming to Ridgefield: six-time Grammy Award nominee, Brandy Clark! Best known for her hit “Stripes” she has also found success as a Nashville songwriter penning The Band Perry’s “Better Dig Two,” Miranda Lambert’s “Mama’s Broken Heart,” and Kacey Musgraves’ “Follow Your Arrow.” The dream of being an artist in her own right came true two years ago when her first album, the stunning 12 Stories, debuted. Media sponsor for the event is KICKS 105.5fm.…

Terrapin is the region’s Ultimate Grateful Dead Experience. They have performed over 160 concerts, offering an authentic mix of Dead tunes which will appeal to the most ardent Deadhead as well as the newly acquainted listener. The band consists of players who have loved and performed this music for decades. Terrapin has invested heavily in state-of-the-art equipment which is “true to form” of recreating a live concert experience. Saxist/songwriter/producer Crispin Cioe has left an indelible imprint on American/ British roots…

Being a 10-year-old kid is kind of a pain. Having an older sister is really a pain. Being afraid of everything is… well, just plain painful! Sheila Tubman, otherwise known as Sheila the Great, comes of age in a lively and poignant musical, based on Judy Blume’s popular novel, about discovering the person within.

Together, Bruce and Judy will fill the BIG & TALL order of making you laugh and laugh! BRUCE VILANCH is a six-time Emmy Award-winning comic who’s best known for his four-year stint as a celebrity participant on Hollywood Squares. His stand-up routine draws on his years of being a Hollywood insider and earned him the role of head writer for the Oscars — writing for hosts Billy Crystal, Alec Baldwin, Steve Martin and others He’s also written hysterical material for…

Rivaling the splendor of Franco Zeffirelli’s set and costumes of the Napoleonic era, Sir David McVicar’s ravishing new production offers a splendid backdrop for two extraordinary sopranos sharing the title role of the jealous prima donna: Sonya Yoncheva and Anna Netrebko. Vittorio Grigolo and Marcelo Álvarez alternate in the role of Tosca’s revolutionary artist lover Cavaradossi, with Bryn Terfel, Michael Volle, and Željko Lučić as the depraved police chief Scarpia. Puccini’s melodrama about a volatile diva, a sadistic police chief,…

Re-live the excitement of the most memorable team in sports history, the 1985 Chicago Bears, just days before the biggest game of the football season. This documentary chronicles their journey to victory and pop culture fame with a colorful cast of characters led by Walter Payton, Jim McMahon, William ‘The Refrigerator’ Perry, and coach Mike Ditka.

The powerhouse of rock, Get The Led Out aka “America’s Led Zeppelin” returns for a night of classic Zeppelin hits! Fans can hear the songs that the legendary band that created including “Kashmir,” “Whole Lotta Love,” “Dazed and Confused” and the iconic “Stairway to Heaven.” This high-energy concert captures the essence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin and brings it to the concert stage. This is not an impersonator act but rather a group of musicians who were fans…

Arrival is the only touring band sanctioned by ABBA, with original musicians and costumes! ABBA is known for songs like “Dancing Queen,” “Money, Money, Money,” “Knowing Me, Knowing You,” “SOS,” and “Fernando” – not to mention the smash hit ABBA musical Mamma Mia!

Tony Award-winner Debbie Gravitte, along with RK Big Band led by Russ Kassoff, comes to the Playhouse to celebrate the release of her latest studio album, Big Band Broadway! Swinging orchestrations, blaring brass, and “one of the best voices on Broadway” (AP). You’ve never heard “Surrey With The Fringe on Top” sound anything like this! As one of Broadway’s biggest personalities, Debbie Gravitte has found herself in demand from the Broadway Stage to the concert stage and beyond. She won…

At a theatre performance of ‘Manon Lescaut’, the young and naive Armand is utterly captivated after meeting the ravishing and most desirable courtesan Marguerite Gautier. Their encounter gives birth to a passionate yet doomed love… Alexandre Dumas Fils’ novel comes to life on the Bolshoi stage, with prima Svetlana Zakharova as the ailing Marguerite seeking love and redemption from her life as a courtesan. The Bolshoi brings choreographer John Neumeier’s work of rare beauty and tragic depth to new emotional…

Willie Nile is a singer/songwriter that The New York Times called “one of the most gifted singer-songwriters to emerge from the New York scene in years.” Rolling Stone listed Nile’s album, The Innocent Ones, as one of the “Top Ten Best Under-The-Radar Albums of 2011” and BBC Radio called it “THE rock ‘n’ roll album of the year.” His album, American Ride, won “Best Rock Album of the Year” at the Independent Music Awards. It appeared on over one hundred…

Rich Vos is a no-holds-barred performer who destroys in comedy clubs around the country. A comedian’s comedian, he can be heard regularly on Opie and Jimmy and as a guest on the most popular podcasts including WTF with Marc Maron. Rich also has his own hit podcast (on Riotcast Network) and a radio show (on Sirius) both called My Wife Hates Me. (That’s not confusing.) His co-host is his wife, comedian Bonnie McFarlane. Rich can be seen on HBO, Showtime,…

Pretty Yende debuts a new role at the Met with her first Adina opposite Matthew Polenzani, who enthralled Met audiences as Nemorino in 2013 with his ravishing “Una furtiva lagrima.” Bartlett Sher’s production is charming, with deft comedic timing, but also emotionally revealing. Domingo Hindoyan conducts. L’Elisir d’Amore has been among the most consistently popular operatic comedies for almost two centuries. The story deftly combines comic archetypes with a degree of genuine character development rare in works of this type.…

For more than 20 years The Machine has been paying tribute to one of rock’s most iconic bands! Their live shows are legendary – with the band flawlessly reproducing Floyd songs, ranging from well-known hits like “Comfortably Numb” and “Another Brick in the Wall Part 2” to deep cuts such as “Fearless” and “Bike.” The band takes their music seriously, recreating the original experience with extraordinary musicianship, impressive lighting, extensive stage displays, and energetic stage presence. Known for their engagement…

Garrison Keillor captivates with his signature blend of humor, charisma and wisdom as he shares his journey to becoming one of America’s greatest storytellers. Garrison regaled audiences for more than 40 years as the host of “A Prairie Home Companion,” and he continues to bring stories to life on public radio’s “The Writers Almanac.” A best-selling author, he has published more than two dozen books of fiction and poetry and his unique works have earned him honors including Grammy, ACE…

Magic has never been hotter! Out of the success of the brain-bending Illusionists come the Masters of Illusion with its fast-paced sleight of hand experts, escape artists, comedy, magicians, illusions and more! Based on the multi-award winning television series, Master of Illusion, this show is a spectacular display of reality-twisting, mind-blowing magic! The Masters of Illusion is – Excitement! Spectacle! Suspense! Hilarity! Energy! No camera or computer tricks! So don’t miss out on this great opportunity to watch it live!

Come dressed to impress and dance the night away with your sweetie! Three extraordinary women who made their marks on the Pop, R&B and Billboard Dance charts throughout the 70s, 80s and 90s join forces for the first time: Linda Clifford (“Red Light,” “If My Friends Could See Me Now”), The Weather Girl’s Martha Wash (“It’s Raining Men,” “Everybody, Everybody”) and former Chic vocalist Norma Jean Wright (“Le Freak,” “Good Times”). 6:30pm Gala – Champagne (courtesy of Pera Wines), chocolate,…

Two great tribute bands share the stage for an incredible night of hits! Fleetwood Macked: the National Touring Fleetwood Mac Tribute Experience! One of rock’s most successful hit making machines Fleetwood Mac’s performance history comes to life with this visually and sonically uncanny tribute. Hailed as the most authentic Fleetwood Mac tribute band in the U.S., Fleetwood Macked brings your favorite songs like…“Go Your Own Way”, “Don’t Stop”, “Rhiannon” and “Landslide” to the stage with performances that bring audiences to…

Emmy-nominated actor and comedian Billy Gardell is best known for his starring role in the hit TV series, “Mike & Molly” but he has performed in several feature films including “Bad Santa” with Billy Bob Thornton, “You, Me, and Dupree” with Owen Wilson, and “Avenging Angelo” with Sylvester Stallone and Anthony Quinn, as well as recurring roles in “Lucky,” “The King of Queens,” “My Name is Earl,” “Monk,” and “Judging Amy”. Gardell also has two of his own comedy specials…

Broadway comes to Ridgefield! Daniel C. Levine directs Andrew Lloyd Webber’s smash-hit Broadway musical, JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, featuring an all-star Broadway cast. If you saw TOMMY or JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, you won’t want to miss this! One of the most enduring shows of all time, JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT is the irresistible family musical about the trials and triumphs of Joseph, Israel’s favorite son. Retelling the Biblical story of Joseph, his eleven brothers and the…

Known as the king of the rant, Lewis Black uses his trademark style of comedic yelling and animated finger-pointing to skewer anything and anyone that gets under his skin. His comedic brilliance lies in his ability to make people laugh at the absurdities of life, with topics that include current events, social media, politics and anything else that exposes the hypocrisy and madness he sees in the world. Receiving critical acclaim as a stand-up, actor and author, Black has performed…

The world’s most popular opera returns in Franco Zeffirelli’s classic production, with a series of exciting casts. Angel Blue, Anita Hartig, and Sonya Yoncheva share the role of the fragile Mimì, with Dmytro Popov, Russell Thomas, and Michael Fabiano alternating as the poet Rodolfo. Alexander Soddy and Marco Armiliato share conducting duties. La Bohème, the passionate, timeless, and indelible story of love among young artists in Paris, can stake its claim as the world’s most popular opera. It has a…

Pepsi Rock Series Powered by xfinity Sponsored by Comfort King Energy Services Join us in the lobby at 7:15pm for a complimentary wine tasting and try some great vintages offered by Treasury Wine Estates, an Australian winery! Australian soft rock duo Air Supply was born in 1975 when British-born singer-songwriter and guitarist, Graham Russell and lead vocalist, Russell Hitchcock met. Their mediocre success dramatically changed after signing with Arista Records in 1980 when their song “Lost in Love” became the…

Ridgefield Magazine Broadway & Cabaret Series Partially Underwritten by Adam Broderick Salon & Spa STARRING Corey Mach (Broadway’s GODSPELL) Christine Dwyer (Elphaba in Broadway’s WICKED) Matt DeAngelis (Broadway’s WAITRESS) Tiffany Mann (TV’s ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK) Austin Owen (Broadway’s JERSEY BOYS) Kennedy Caughell (Broadway’s GREAT COMET OF 1812) Broadway’s hottest talents will sing brand-new, original orchestrations of soul icon Stevie Wonder’s greatest hits! The concert promises more than 15 cover songs, including “Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I’m Yours),” “Superstition,” “For…

Ridgefield Magazine’s Broadway & Cabaret Series Ridgefield Academy Family Series Fresh from selling-out performances across the globe as part of The Illusionists, the World Champions of Mindreading open up a fabulous new world of mentalism and unique illusions. Their show offers amazingly entertaining elements of clairvoyance, modern masterpieces of trickery and unforgettable moments filled with thought-provoking fun! Thommy Ten & Amélie have astounded television audiences, including NBC’s “Americas Got Talent” where they finished in second place and bewitched and befuddled…

A six-time Grammy winner, Emmy Winner, humanitarian, singer, songwriter, producer and reggae legend Ziggy Marley has released twelve albums to much critical acclaim. His early immersion in music came at age ten when he sat in on recording sessions with his father, Bob Marley. As front man to Ziggy Marley and The Melody Makers, the group released eight best-selling albums that garnered three Grammys, with such chart-topping hits as “Look Who’s Dancing,” “Tomorrow People” and “Tumbling Down.” Ziggy’s first solo…

MEMBER PRESALE BEGINS TUESDAY, MAY 22 AT 10AM Members call the box office for tickets 203.438.5795 PUBLIC ON-SALE BEGINS THURSDAY, MAY 24 AT 10AM With two No. 1 singles, 7 Top 10 singles, multiple awards and nominations, performances on some of the biggest stages in the world, and a spot on one of the biggest tours in country music, Carrie Underwood’s 2016 The Storyteller Tour, Easton Corbin has made a lasting impression on the country music landscape. He is lauded…

Since emerging from Atlanta in the early 2000s, the quintet has become known for a signature sound indebted to classic rock, blues, country and folk. Hits include “Like An Arrow” and “Holding All The Roses.” The band has earned two Billboard chart-topping Country albums, 2015’s Holding All The Roses and 2016’s Like An Arrow. (For good measure, the latter also topped Billboard’s Americana/Folk album chart.) Find A Light, Blackberry Smoke’s sixth studio album doubles down on diversity. Songs hew toward…

Dana Carvey is best known for his “Saturday Night Live” characters such as the Church Lady; Hans, of the Hans and Franz body building duo; Garth, Wayne Campbell’s (Mike Myers) ‘Excellent Co-Host’ on popular sketch ‘Wayne’s World,’ and Weekend Updates Grumpy Old Man. Dana has received praise for his comedic impersonations of political figures as Ex-President George Bush, H. Ross Perot, Jerry Brown, David Duke and Bob Dole. He also does impersonations of George Burns, Johnny Carson, Jimmy Stewart, John…

In January of 2015, American rock climbers Tommy Caldwell and Kevin Jorgeson captivated the world with their effort to climb The Dawn Wall, a seemingly impossible 3,000 foot rock face in Yosemite National Park, California. The pair lived on the sheer vertical cliff for weeks, igniting a frenzy of global media attention. But for Tommy Caldwell, The Dawn Wall was much more than just a climb. It was the culmination of a lifetime defined by overcoming obstacles. At the age…

Critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Pete Yorn returns to The Playhouse stage with an intimate, acoustic set. Best known for the hits “Life on a Chain,” “Crystal Village,” and “Strange Condition,” Yorn also scored the Farrelly Brothers’ film Me, Myself and Irene and has collaborated with actress Scarlett Johansson on several recordings.

This high-energy, brassy funk band rose to fame with viral videos of their NYC subway shows, which were part of the Music Under New York program. Their dynamic and spirited live performances of instrumental versions of a wide-range of pop and rock songs – “Adele’s “Hello,” “Funkytown/I Feel Good,” “Helter Skelter” and others — have earned them millions of fans around the world with sold-out concerts and festival appearances across Europe and North and South America.

Kathleen Madigan returns after a sold-out show last year! She’s one of the most respected comedians of her generation, with more than 25 appearances on late night TV, and was recently seen riding around with Jerry Seinfeld in his internet series “Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee.”

FRIENDS! The Musical Parody is the hilarious new musical that lovingly lampoons TV’s “Friends” — celebrating the wacky misadventures of your favorite group of 20-something pals as they navigate the pitfalls of work, life, and love in 1990s Manhattan. Fresh from a successful Off-Broadway run, this delightfully naughty confection plucks the best moments from the show’s ten years and recreates the moments through an uncensored, fast-paced, music-filled romp. For mature audiences only. Barts Tree Service Comedy Series Ridgefield Magazine Broadway…

There have been many imitators, but there is only one duo in North America sanctioned by Dan Aykroyd and Judith Belushi to don the official hat and sunglasses and walk in the legendary footsteps of Jake and Elwood Blues. Don’t miss a night of classic hits from the Blues Brothers catalog, including “Soul Man,” “Rubber Biscuit,” “Sweet Home Chicago,” and more.

Johnny Peers and his personality-plus canines are coming to tickle your funny bone! A show for the whole family and the dog lover in all of us, the show stars mostly dogs rescued from shelters — like Daphne, the world’s only skateboarding Basset Hound; Squeaky, the ladder climbing Fox Terrier; Mr. Pepe, who only responds to commands in Spanish; and Sir Winston, the Pointer mix who only answers to “Sir.” The Animal Planet Pet Star Winners, the Providence Journal-Bulletin calls…

Season 7 winner of “American Idol,” rocker David Cook has released three successful albums since he appeared on the show. His hits include “Time of My Life,” “ Come Back to Me,” “Light On” and “Fade Into Me.” Earlier this year, he starred in the hit Broadway musical Kinky Boots. Pepsi Rock Series powered by Xfinity

This seven-time Grammy winner has enjoyed #1 hits in Pop, Gospel, R&B and Adult Contemporary, and has triumphed in film, television and live performance. Her hits include “Midnight Train to Georgia,” “I’ve Got to Use My Imagination,” and “Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me.”

Comedians Trae Crowder (The Liberal Redneck), Drew Morgan and Corey Ryan Forrester bring the humor from their viral YouTube videos and best-selling book, Liberal Redneck Manifesto: Draggin Dixie Outta the Dark, to the stage for a night of hilarious stand-up! This show is about celebrating everything great about the South and telling stories from a place of love. It’s about dancing to country music at a gay wedding. It’s about loving your neighbor whether you have the same religion, skin…

The Capitol Steps return to The Playhouse after sold-shows in 2016 & 2017! It’s Make America Grin Again. It’s amazing. It’s huge. It’s fabulous. It has nothing to do with Russia. Or Putin. Hear from Donald Trump and Don Jr., Jeff Sessions, Mike Pence, Paul Ryan (and even some Democrats. SAD!!!) as they make comedy great again. With a special guest appearance by Stormy Daniels! Buy your tickets now and stimulate the economy! This event is part of the Barts…

Max Weinberg (longtime drummer for Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band) invites the audience to create the set list he and his crack four-piece group will play that night. Audience members choose from a video menu of more than 200 songs from the glory days of rock and roll — everything from the Beatles to the Stones to Springsteen’s biggest hits. Weinberg, the driving rhythmic force propelling The E Street Band for 43 years, is also known to millions of fans…

This holiday spectacular for the whole family stars “Dancing with the Stars” Mirror Ball champions Tony Dovolani and Karina Smirnoff along with other celebrity pros from “Dancing with the Stars,” “American Idol,” and “So You Think You Can Dance.” Directed and choreographed by Jaymz Tuaileva. This event is part of the Ridgefield Academy Family Series and the Ridgefield Magazine Broadway & Cabaret Series and is done with support from HamletHub.

Don’t miss this wintry cirque show for the entire family! Young Brianna is whisked away to an enchanted winter wonderland where she encounters the colorful characters that inhabit this magical world. Our tale is told through dazzling cirque, breathtaking ballet, and incredible acrobatics that will amaze, inspire and enchant your imagination. This snow show for all ages will melt your heart! This event is part of the Ridgefield Academy Family Series and the Holiday Series and produced with support from…

Don’t miss this stand-up set from the Scottish-American television host, comedian, author and actor! Best known for his long run as host of the CBS late-night talk show “The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson” and his Daytime Emmy Award-winning game show “Celebrity Name Game,” he currently hosts “The Craig Ferguson Show” on Sirius XM.

Christmas with the Celts returns to The Playhouse after sold-out performance for the past three seasons! This holiday show features a mix of lively traditional Irish music and instrumentation with American pop music and their own originals, along with ancient Irish and Scottish carols and traditional Christmas favorites. The Celts lineup stars, Ric Blair on vocal-guitar-bodhran & piano along with female lead singer and all Ireland champion fiddler and Irish dancer, Eimear Arkins. Rick and Eimear will be complemented by…

It’s a night of holiday favorites with The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra! This show features classics like “Sleigh Ride,” “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” “Jingle Bells,” alongside Miller staples including “Chattanooga Choo Choo,” “Moonlight Serenade,” “In the Mood” and more! With its unique jazz sound, the Glenn Miller Orchestra is considered to be one of the greatest bands of all time. The present Glenn Miller Orchestra was formed in 1956 and has been touring consistently since, playing an…

Inspired by heroic stories of brave knights, with his faithful servant Sancho Panza at his side, Don Quixote sets out on an adventure to meet his ideal woman, Dulcinea. With panache and sparkling technique, principal dancers Ekaterina Krysanova and Semyon Chudin lead the spectacular cast of toreadors, flamenco dancers, gypsies, and dryads in the Bolshoi’s critically-acclaimed staging of this exalted performance. A quintessential Bolshoi event.

Soprano Anna Netrebko joins the ranks of Renata Tebaldi, Montserrat Caballé, and Renata Scotto, taking on—for the first time at the Met—the title role of the real-life French actress who dazzled 18th-century audiences with her on-and offstage passion. The soprano is joined by tenor Piotr Beczała as Adriana’s lover, Maurizio. The principal cast also features mezzo-soprano Anita Rachvelishvili and baritone Ambrogio Maestri. Gianandrea Noseda conducts. Sir David McVicar’s staging, which sets the action in a working replica of a Baroque…

The temple dancer Nikiya and the warrior Solor fall deeply in love, igniting heated passions and murderous intrigues when the Rajah and his daughter Gamzatti discover their forbidden love. La Bayadere is one of the greatest works in classical ballet history – a story of love, death and vengeful judgment, set in India. Dazzling sets and costumes, with one of the most iconic scenes in ballet, the “Kingdom of the Shades,” illuminate the tragic tale of the temple dancer Nikiya’s…