This week at The Ridgefield Playhouse- last call for BandJam submissions and & new shows just added!
4 NEW SHOWS JUST ADDED!
Member pre-sale live now. Public on-sale Friday, Feb 10 at 10am.
Jimmy Webb: The Glen Campbell Years on Thurs, May 4 at 7:30pm
Grammy Award- Winning songwriter, composer, and singer brings fans of his music a unique collection of songs, revealing the stories behind the legacy he created with his friend Glen Campbell. Part of the Mountain Dew Country & Bluegrass Series and 068 Magazine Singer Songwriter Series.
For tickets and more info: https://bit.ly/JimmyWebbRPH
Geena Rocero: Horse Barbie: A Memoir Release on Thurs, June 1 at 7pm
In honor of LGBTQ+ Pride Month, we are proud to present the CT book release event for Horse Barbie, a memoir by trans model and activist, Geena Rocero. The event features an on stage interview, audience Q&A, and book signing. Each ticket includes a hardcover copy of Horse Barbie.
Part of the Hearst Media Entertaining Conversation Series.
For tickets and more info: https://bit.ly/GeenaRoceroRPH
Kristina Kuzmic: Hope & Humor on Sat, June 3 at 8pm
Described by her fans as a motivational comedy show that will leave you feeling less alone, the Hope & Humor show is one you don't want to miss! With over one billion video views, viral sensation Kristina Kuzmic is entertaining her worldwide audience with humor, encouragement, and hope. Part of the Barts Tree Service Comedy Series.
For tickets and more info: https://bit.ly/KristinaKuzmicRPH
Celebrating Billy Joel - A World-Class Tribute to America's Piano Man on Wed, June 7 at 7:30pm
This band of talented multi-instrumentalists evoke the energy and verve of Joel’s iconic live performances and pay homage to his virtuosity and craft. Expect to hear international smash hit songs such as ‘Just The Way You Are’, ‘Uptown Girl’, ‘Vienna’, ‘New York State of Mind’ and of course the timeless ‘Piano Man’ amongst many, many more. Part of the Pepsi Rock Series Driven by North American Motor Car.
For tickets and more info: https://bit.ly/CelebratingBillyJoelRPH
NEW NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE IN HD JUST ADDED & ON SALE NOW!
Part of the Firstlight Home Care Classical Series, underwritten by Liz & Steven Goldstone, Sabina Slavin, and with support from Whistle Stop Bakery.
Best of Enemies on Tues, May 23 at 6pm
David Harewood (Homeland) and Zachary Quinto (Star Trek) play feuding political rivals in James Graham’s (Sherwood) multiple award-winning new drama.
For tickets and more info: https://bit.ly/NTLBestofEnemiesRPH
Good on Wed, July 5 at 7pm
David Tennant (Doctor Who) makes a much-anticipated return to the West End in a blistering reimagining of one of Britain’s most powerful, political plays.
For tickets and more info: https://bit.ly/NTLGoodRPH
MOVIE ON SALE NOW! Part of the Cohen and Wolf P.C. Movie Series.
Casablanca on Sun, March 5 at 1pm and 7pm
Academy Award® winners Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman light up the screen in one of the most enduring romances in movie history. Part of the Cohen and Wolf P.C. Movie Series
THIS WEEK AT THE PLAYHOUSE-
On Wed, February 8 at 7:30pm, don’t miss a FREE screening of Selma in honor of Black History month. The movie is part of the Diversity Film Series, available free to the community thanks to the sponsorship of Aquarion Water Company.
Ava DuVernay directs this award winning historical drama, which chronicles the tumultuous three-month period in 1965, when Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (David Oyelowo) led a dangerous campaign to secure equal voting rights in the face of violent opposition.
The bonus content for Selma will consist of an interview with Karen Boykin-Towns, Vice Chairman of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Board of Directors, led by entertainment reporter Cheryl Washington. This can be seen following the screening in the theater or on our YouTube channel.
For more info and to register for FREE tickets: https://bit.ly/SelmaRPH
LAST CALL FOR BANDJAM SUBMISSIONS IS THIS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10 @ MIDNIGHT!
CT's definitive music competition is back! This year open to solo artists and bands, any genre, aged 16+.
Winning artist receives:
- An EPK produced by Factory Underground
- A recording session at Shelter Island Sounds Studios
- A spot in the Northlands Music & Arts Festival lineup
- Plus exposure, recognition, and so much more!
Sponsored by: Franzoso Contracting and Webster Bank
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO AND SUBMISSION FORM
Live competition: April 22, 2023 @ 4pm
CHECK OUT OUR FEBRUARY AUCTION!
Own a piece of music history! For February, we’re offering a gorgeous 3-toned Sunburst Squier Jazz Bass signed by Grammy Award-winning bassist, singer, songwriter, and composer, Esperanza Spalding. Spalding's critically acclaimed music ranges from jazz to funk rock to opera and has yielded multiple Grammy wins and nominations. Bring home this special piece signed by a truly unparalleled master of the craft.
The auction closes at 5pm on Tues, February 28.
Proceeds will benefit the Leir Foundation Arts for Everyone Outreach Program at The Ridgefield Playhouse!
CLICK HERE to learn more and place a bid!
Don’t miss out on this week’s fantastic line up-
- Selma – FREE Diversity Film Series screening on Wed, Feb 10 at 7:30pm
- Long Strange Trip screening on Fri, Feb 10 at 6:30pm
- BandJam – Rock The House Submissions DUE on Fri, Feb 10 by midnight!
- Ridgefield Symphony Orchestra Presents Destiny on Sat, Feb 11 at 7:30pm
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