live performances

John Ondrasik— the songwriter and performer known as the platinum-selling, Grammy-nominated, Five For Fighting—knows this well. In the two decades since his first major single, “Superman (It’s Not Easy),” hit the stratosphere, the artist has both evolved and come back ‘round full circle. Creativity, if nothing else, is paradoxical.

DOL makes its debut performance at the historic Sacred Heart Community Theatre with two full sets of deep cuts and fan favs from the Dead’s vast catalogue, presented as only DOL does, needle to vinyl. But of course, remaining true to the Dead’s spirit of freedom and sonic exploration, DOL always provides plenty of improvisation and good old Grateful jamming to get the kids to dance and shake their bones!

John Pizzarelli and Catherine Russell unite their extraordinary talents to celebrate the timeless collaborations of three jazz icons: Ella Fitzgerald, Joe Pass, and Oscar Peterson.

Known for the past 50 years as the heartbeat of Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band, as well as 17 years on NBC as the bandleader and sidekick on the Conan O’Brien show, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member Max Weinberg is proud to announce Max Weinberg’s Jukebox.

It’s hard to imagine a band just coming into their own after 20 years of success, but that’s exactly what makes a true anomaly. Gaelic Storm, a multi-national, Celtic juggernaut grows stronger with each live performance, and after two decades and over 2000 shows, they are a true force to be reckoned with.

Join us for an exhilarating evening as the legendary multi-Grammy nominee and wetlands activist **Tab Benoit** brings his high-energy **Soul of the Swamp Tour 2026** to stages across America. Known for his passionate performances and deep-rooted connection to the swamp, Tab Benoit is a true master of his craft, boasting over 20 releases that showcase his unique artistry.

Acclaimed singer songwriter, piano virtuoso and multi-instrumentalist A.J. Croce is once again taking his celebrated Croce Plays Croce Tour across the country, bringing audiences an unforgettable evening of music that bridges generations and celebrates the enduring power of song.

As a solo artist and as a collaborator with jazz giants from Dizzy Gillespie to Wayne Shorter, for over three decades Grammy® Award Winning Panamanian Pianist-Composer Danilo Pérez has been lauded as one of the most creative forces in contemporary music. With Jazz as the anchoring foundation, Pérez’s Global Jazz music is a blend of Panamanian roots, Latin American folk music, West African rhythms, European impressionism – promoting music as a borderless and multidimensional bridge between all people.

There will be a Pre-Show Reception for Members Only from 5:45pm - 6:45pm

Part of our Music in Context: Exploring Culture Through Performance series, this event includes a post-performance conversation with the artist exploring the history, culture, and traditions behind the music.