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SUMMARY:Rick Estrin and The Nightcats at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:Rick Estrin & The Nightcats perform Saturday\, June 13. Doors open at 7 p.m.\, and the show begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are $35 in advance and $37 the day of the show. \nEstrin is a blues vocalist\, harmonica player\, and songwriter who has been performing since the early 1970s. Backed by Christoffer “Kid” Andersen\, Lorenzo Farrell\, and Derrick “D’Mar” Martin\, the award-winning band is known for its blend of blues\, roots rock\, and original songs. \nLiving Blues has praised the group for its musicianship\, songwriting\, and entertaining live performances.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/rick-estrin-and-the-nightcats-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,The Vault Music Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T200000
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SUMMARY:Charlie Ballantine at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:Charlie Ballantine is scheduled for Friday\, June 12. Doors open at 7 p.m.\, and music starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $31 in advance and $33 on the day of the show.\nBallantine has been recognized as one of the top 200 living guitarists by All About Jazz. His music blends jazz\, rock\, and folk into a sound that shifts between intricate melodies and improvisation.\nOriginal work includes albums such as Vonnegut and Cold Coffee. His music also reflects a deep connection to jazz tradition\, including a tribute project dedicated to Thelonious Monk.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/charlie-ballantine-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T190000
DTSTAMP:20260617T154933
CREATED:20260525T223728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T223728Z
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SUMMARY:Jackie Venson at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:Jackie Venson performs Thursday\, June 11. Doors open at 7 p.m.\, and the show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $32 in advance and $34 on the day of the show.\n\nAn Austin native\, Venson has earned national attention for her guitar work and high-energy performances. She has shared the stage with Gary Clark Jr.\, Melissa Etheridge\, Alanis Morissette\, and Lainey Wilson. She was also selected for Rolling Stone’s Future of Music showcase at South by Southwest in 2024.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/jackie-venson-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T154933
CREATED:20260518T222756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T222756Z
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SUMMARY:The Portuguese Kids at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:The Portuguese Kids will perform “No Recipe Needed!” at the Narrows Comedy Series on Saturday\, June 6. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show begins at 8 p.m. Advance tickets are $35 and day-of-show tickets are $37. \nAudience participation helps shape this improv comedy performance\, which draws inspiration from Portuguese culture and everyday life. Each show changes based on crowd interaction.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/the-portuguese-kids-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Culture Calendar,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T154933
CREATED:20260511T211646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T211646Z
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SUMMARY:The Airwaves Belonged to the People: WBCN and The American Revolution film screening
DESCRIPTION:“The Airwaves Belonged to the People: WBCN and The American Revolution” returns to theaters May 30. Doors open at 7 p.m. Film starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25.\n\nNewly re-released under an expanded title\, the documentary tells the story of how Boston rock station WBCN became part of the cultural and political movements of the late 1960s and beyond. Topics include the anti-war movement\, civil rights\, women’s and LGBTQ rights\, and countercultural media.\n\nFeatured appearances include members of the legendary WBCN staff and early radio interviews with David Bowie\, Lou Reed\, Jane Fonda\, Abbie Hoffman\, Jerry Garcia\, Bruce Springsteen\, and Patti Smith.\n\nDirected by Bill Lichtenstein\, the film previously aired on PBS and received praise from The Boston Globe.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/the-airwaves-belonged-to-the-people-wbcn-and-the-american-revolution-film-screening/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Film,History,Music,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T154933
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T232100Z
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SUMMARY:Marc Broussard at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:Narrows Center for the Arts presents Marc Broussard on Saturday\, May 16. Sway Wild opens the show. Doors open at 7 p.m.\, and music starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $70 in advance and $73 the day of the show. \nBroussard is known for blending soul\, blues\, rock\, and roots music into his own signature sound. Raised in Lafayette\, Louisiana\, he is the son of Louisiana Hall of Fame guitarist Ted Broussard of The Boogie Kings. He began performing at an early age and built a following with an independent EP before releasing his major-label debut\, Carencro. \nThe album featured the hit song “Home” and helped bring Broussard to a wider audience. Over the years\, he has earned praise for his soulful voice and emotional performances. NPR said his music blends Louisiana blues with rock ’n’ roll\, while The Washington Times called his voice one of the most powerful in modern music.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/marc-broussard-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T200000
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SUMMARY:Sister Sparrow & The Dirty Birds at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:Narrows Center for the Arts presents Sister Sparrow & The Dirty Birds on Friday\, May 15. Doors open at 7 p.m.\, and the show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $44 in advance and $46 the day of the show. \nFor more than a decade\, the band has built a reputation for energetic live shows and modern soul music. Frontwoman Arleigh Rose Kincheloe grew up in a musical family in New York’s Catskill Mountains and co-founded the group with her brother Jackson at age 18. \nAfter making Brooklyn their home base\, the band became known for a busy touring schedule that included more than 150 shows a year. They have shared stages with artists including Allen Stone\, Trombone Shorty\, JJ Grey\, The Revivalists\, and Anders Osborne. The Washington Post called Kincheloe “a soul queen\,” while NPR described her as “one of the biggest voices in rock music.”
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/sister-sparrow-the-dirty-birds-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T154933
CREATED:20260511T210404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T210404Z
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SUMMARY:Amy Helm at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:Narrows Center for the Arts marks its 2\,500th show on Thursday\, May 14\, with Amy Helm. Elizabeth and the Catapult open the show. Doors open at 7 p.m.\, and music starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $55 in advance and $57 the day of the show\, with all fees included. \nHelm has built a loyal following as a singer\, songwriter\, and live performer. She is currently touring in support of her critically acclaimed album Silver City. \nThe album draws from stories of womanhood in many forms. Songs touch on addiction\, heartbreak\, family history\, and Helm’s life as a single mother and touring musician. The music blends folk\, gospel\, soul\, and the roots influences that shaped her early years.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/amy-helm-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T154933
CREATED:20260507T225408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T225435Z
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SUMMARY:Susan Rice at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:The Narrows Comedy Series features comedian Susan Rice on Saturday\, May 9. Doors open at 7 p.m.\, and the show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $35 in advance and $37 the day of the show\, with all fees included. \nRice was recently featured on Vulture following a popular appearance on “Don’t Tell Comedy\,” which drew more than 1 million views. Her television credits include appearances on ABC\, NBC\, HBO\, Showtime\, and Comedy Central. Since moving to Los Angeles in 1986\, she has opened for comedians including Jerry Seinfeld\, Rich Shydner\, Paula Poundstone\, Maria Bamford\, and Arsenio Hall. \nIn recent years\, Rice has focused on fundraising and charity comedy events\, including the first St. John’s Comedy Festival in North Portland. The festival was created to bring people together through comedy while supporting local businesses.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/susan-rice-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Culture Calendar,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T200000
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SUMMARY:Louisiana Calling with The Sonny Landreth Band and The Iguanas at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:Sonny Landreth and The Iguanas perform Friday\, May 8\, 2026. Tickets are $55 in advance and $57 the day of the show. All-in pricing. Doors open at 7 p.m. Show at 8 p.m.\n\nAfter sold-out shows last year\, the tour returns. Cajun slide guitar master Sonny Landreth joins New Orleans band The Iguanas.\n\nLandreth is a two-time Grammy nominee known for his slide work and wide-ranging collaborations. The Iguanas blend Tejano\, blues\, jazz\, and Caribbean sounds\, shaped by decades in New Orleans.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/louisiana-calling-with-the-sonny-landreth-band-and-the-iguanas-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T200000
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SUMMARY:John Doe & David Lowery at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:John Doe and David Lowery perform Saturday\, May 2\, 2026\, at the Narrows Center for the Arts. Tickets are $47 in advance and $49 the day of the show. Doors open at 7 p.m. Show at 8 p.m. \nPunk rock and alternative indie share the stage for a special night. John Doe\, pioneer of the West Coast punk band X\, joins David Lowery\, indie and alt-rock leader of Cracker. \nDoe co-founded X and helped shape late 1970s Los Angeles punk. With the band\, he released six albums and sustained a roots-driven sound for decades. Alongside band work\, he developed a solo career and appeared in more than 50 films and TV projects. \nDavid Lowery leads Cracker and Camper Van Beethoven\, shaping indie rock and alt-country for more than 40 years. His career includes gold and platinum records\, producing\, teaching\, and working as an artists’ rights advocate.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/john-doe-david-lowery-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T200000
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SUMMARY:Bronwyn Keith-Hynes at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:Bronwyn Keith-Hynes performs on Friday\, May 1\, 2026. Tickets are $36 in advance and $38 at the door. Doors open at 7 p.m. Show at 8 p.m. \nA Grammy-winning fiddle player\, she steps into the spotlight after years with Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway. The two-time IBMA Fiddle Player of the Year now fronts her own band. \nHer debut vocal album\, “I Built a World\,” earned a Grammy nomination in February. American Songwriter calls her “a world-class fiddler with a golden voice.”
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/bronwyn-keith-hynes-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T154933
CREATED:20260402T184131Z
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SUMMARY:Tommy Castro & The Painkillers at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:Tommy Castro & The Painkillers appear at the Narrows on Thursday\, April 23. Doors open at 7 p.m. The show begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are $36 in advance and $38 on the day of the show. \nLed by Tommy Castro\, the band blends blues\, rock\, soul\, and R&B. Castro has spent more than four decades building a reputation for strong vocals and dynamic guitar work. The group has released 17 albums that reflect a wide range of styles\, from horn-driven R&B to stripped-down rock and electric blues.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/tommy-castro-the-painkillers-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T154933
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T183409Z
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SUMMARY:Ryan Montbleau Band at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:Ryan Montbleau Band comes to town Saturday\, April 18. Doors open at 7 p.m. The show begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are $52 in advance and $55 on the day of the show. Brooks Forsyth opens. \nLed by Ryan Montbleau\, the band blends soul\, folk\, and rock. The focus is on live performance. Montbleau has built a national following over nearly three decades. His work includes collaborations across genres and more than 150 million streams. \nForsyth is a North Carolina native. He draws from Appalachian and Americana traditions. His set features original songs and a mix of flatpicking and fingerpicking guitar styles. He has toured widely as a solo act and with ensembles.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/ryan-montbleau-band-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T200000
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SUMMARY:Mike Doughty at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:Mike Doughty is an American singer\, songwriter\, and author best known as the founder and front man of Soul Coughing. This year\, Mike Doughty returns to the stage for a solo tour\, presenting stripped-down\, intimate performances that span his Soul Coughing legacy and prolific solo work\, reaffirming his place as one of alternative music’s most distinctive and enduring voices. \nTickets are $50 in advance and $52 on the day of the show.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/mike-doughty-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T154933
CREATED:20260402T175656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T175656Z
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SUMMARY:The Ellington Collective at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:Boston-based The Ellington Collective presents an all-star tribute to Duke Ellington on Saturday\, April 4. Doors open at 7 p.m.\, with the show at 8 p.m. \nTickets are $35 in advance and $37 on the day of the show. \nThe ensemble features accomplished jazz musicians with international credits\, who have performed with artists including Ray Charles\, Tony Bennett\, Bonnie Raitt\, Kurt Elling\, and Joe Pass.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/the-ellington-collective-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T154933
CREATED:20260402T174452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T174452Z
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SUMMARY:Gary Hoey at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:Rock and blues guitarist Gary Hoey performs Friday\, April 3. Doors open at 7 p.m. The show begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are $43 in advance and $45 on the day of the show. \nHoey is touring in support of Avalanche\, his first album since 2019. The release on Wazoo Music Group includes guest vocals from Lita Ford on “You Know I Would\,” along with appearances by his son\, Ian Hoey\, on “Summer’s Here” and “Dear Mama\,” a tribute to his mother. \nHoey described the album as a return to his rock roots\, with a louder\, more energetic sound. He said the project also reflects a personal period when challenges seemed to arrive all at once.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/gary-hoey-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T154933
CREATED:20260308T235728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T235728Z
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SUMMARY:Shelby Means at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:Shelby Means brings nearly two decades of experience in bluegrass\, folk\, rock\, Americana\, and country to the stage at the Narrows on Thursday\, April 2. Doors open at 7 p.m.\, and the show begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are $30 in advance and $32 the day of the show. Kathleen Parks Band opens. \nBorn in Kentucky and raised on Wyoming’s high plains\, Means has played with the GRAMMY-nominated bluegrass band Della Mae and is a member of Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/shelby-means-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T154933
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T235126Z
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SUMMARY:James McMurtry at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:James McMurtry comes to the Narrows on Saturday\, March 28\, at 8 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $49 in advance and $51 the day of the show. BettySoo will open. \nMcMurtry has built a reputation for sharp\, empathetic storytelling. His songs explore everyday lives\, small moments\, and complicated emotions with insight and humor. \nHis 11th album\, The Black Dog & the Wandering Boy\, follows that approach. It introduces vivid characters and quiet dramas drawn from the details of life. The music blends guitars\, barroom harmonies\, banjo\, and harmonica with a sound rooted in Americana. \nOver a long career\, McMurtry has influenced a new generation of songwriters. Musicians\, including Sarah Jarosz and Jason Isbell\, cite him as a major inspiration.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/james-mcmurtry-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T154933
CREATED:20260308T234336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T234534Z
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SUMMARY:Chuck Prophet and His Cumbia Shoes at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:Chuck Prophet and His Cumbia Shoes hit the stage on Friday\, March 27\, at 8 p.m. at the Narrows. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $45 in advance and $47 the day of the show. \nProphet recently returned to touring after treatment for stage four lymphoma. Music played a central role during his illness and recovery. \nHis new album\, “Wake the Dead\,” was recorded with the band ¿Qiensave?. The release draws on the rhythms and traditions of cumbia music. Songs blend cumbia with elements of rock\, punk\, surf\, and soul. \nProphet first gained attention with the neo-psychedelic band Green on Red before launching a solo career in 1990. Since then\, he has released more than a dozen albums and earned praise from outlets including Rolling Stone and NPR. His songs have also been recorded by artists such as Bruce Springsteen\, Solomon Burke\, and Heart.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/chuck-prophet-and-his-cumbia-shoes-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T154933
CREATED:20260308T233616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T233644Z
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SUMMARY:ZZ Ward at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:ZZ Ward comes to the Narrows on Wednesday\, March 25\, at 8 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $49 in advance and $51 the day of the show. McKinley James opens the concert. \nWard is a Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist known for blending blues\, soul\, and rock. Her music draws heavily from classic blues influences and personal storytelling. \nHer latest album\, “Liberation\,” marks her debut with Sun Records. The release features original songs and reinterpretations of blues standards. Produced by Ryan Spraker\, the album explores Chicago and Delta blues\, as well as vintage soul and garage rock. \nVIP options include a $199 meet-and-greet package with early entry\, a photo with Ward\, and signed merchandise. A $125 merch package offers early entry and exclusive items. Both packages have limited availability.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/zz-ward-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T154933
CREATED:20260308T232859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T232928Z
UID:10161816-1774123200-1774123200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Bettye LaVette at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:Bettye LaVette is back on Saturday\, March 21\, at 8 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $55 in advance and $57 the day of the show. \nThe show is an intimate set with keyboardist Etienne Stadwijk and features songs and stories from throughout LaVette’s long career. \nHer career began in Detroit in 1962 at age 16. The debut single\, “My Man-He’s a Lovin’ Man\,” was released by Atlantic Records. She later appeared in the Broadway musical Bubbling Brown Sugar with Honu Coles and Cab Calloway. \nA resurgence in 2000 brought renewed recognition. Honors include the Pioneer Award from the Rhythm and Blues Foundation\, several Blues Music Awards\, and seven Grammy Award nominations. \nNow in her 80s and more than 60 years into her career in show business\, LaVette continues to perform and record. She is known for distinctive interpretations of songs across genres.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/bettye-lavette-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T154933
CREATED:20260308T232036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T232141Z
UID:10161815-1773864000-1773864000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Patterson Hood + John Moreland at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:Patterson Hood and John Moreland perform on Wednesday\, March 18\, at Narrows Center for the Arts. Music starts at 8 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $50 in advance and $52 the day of the show. \nHood is a singer-songwriter and co-founder of Drive-By Truckers. Raised in Muscle Shoals\, Alabama\, he grew up around music. His father\, David Hood\, played with the Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section. He writes songs that draw from rock\, country\, and soul. Many reflect life in the South and moments of personal reflection. \nMoreland is an Oklahoma-based Americana songwriter with a plainspoken style and honest lyrics. Albums such as “In the Throes” and “High on Tulsa Heat” built a loyal following. His 2024 album\, “Visitor\,” was recorded mostly at home with a raw\, stripped-down sound.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/patterson-hood-john-moreland-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T154933
CREATED:20260226T212019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T212019Z
UID:10161171-1773518400-1773518400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Eilen Jewell at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:Eilen Jewell performs Saturday\, March 14\, 2026. Tickets are $49 in advance and $52 the day of the show.  Doors open at 7 p.m. Music starts at 8 p.m.\n\nAfter 20 years of steady touring\, Jewell plans to step away from the road following 2026. The Idaho native has built a loyal following through constant travel and deeply personal songwriting. She has played everywhere from small clubs to far-flung international stages.\n\nJewell said she hopes to continue performing in some form\, but wants time to focus on family and a slower pace. For now\, the 2026 tour marks a pause in two decades of life on the road.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/eilen-jewell-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T154933
CREATED:20260216T192308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T192308Z
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SUMMARY:The Tarbox Ramblers at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:The Tarbox Ramblers will perform at Narrows on Saturday\, March 7\, 2026. Doors open at 7 p.m. Show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $30 in advance and $32 the day of the show. \nThe band blends rock\, backwater blues\, and Appalachian music. Sound is raw and direct. National outlets\, including The New Yorker\, Rolling Stone\, and NPR\, have featured their work. The Washington Post called the group a force of nature. \nRobert Plant saw them live and asked them to open several of his tour dates.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/the-tarbox-ramblers-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T154933
CREATED:20260216T191609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T191609Z
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SUMMARY:David Nail at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:David Nail will perform on Friday\, March 6\, at the Narrows. Doors open at 7 p.m. Show begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are $36 in advance and $38 the day of the show.\n\nThe first 50 ticket buyers receive access to a meet-and-greet held 90 minutes before doors open.\n\nNail is a Grammy-nominated and multi-platinum singer-songwriter from Kennett\, Missouri. He has built his reputation on emotionally direct songs based on personal struggle. Early albums include “I’m About To Come Alive\,” “The Sound of a Million Dreams\,” and “I’m a Fire and Fighter.”\n\nHis earlier works established him as a creative risk-taker within Nashville’s country music scene.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/david-nail-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T154933
CREATED:20260216T190716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T190716Z
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SUMMARY:Henry Diltz —Behind the Lens at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:Henry Diltz brings his “Behind the Lens” tour to the Narrows at 8 p.m. Thursday\, March 5. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $42 in advance and $44 the day of the show. \nDiltz is known for photographing some of the most influential musicians of the 1960s and 1970s. His images helped define that era of popular music. Behind the Lens blends photography\, music\, and personal stories in a program that runs more than an hour. \nAudience members see classic album covers and rare images featuring artists such as The Doors\, Eagles\, Crosby\, Stills\, and Nash\, James Taylor\, Linda Ronstadt\, and Jackson Browne\, along with moments from Woodstock. Diltz shares behind-the-scenes stories from a career spent documenting artists from their early days through their rise to national prominence. \nHe will sign and sell select photographic prints during a meet-and-greet after the show.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/henry-diltz-behind-the-lens-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Photography
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T154933
CREATED:20260201T183823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T183823Z
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SUMMARY:Tom Rush at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:Tom Rush performs Saturday\, Feb. 28\, 2026. Tickets are $60 in advance and $65 day of show. Doors open at 7 p.m. Music starts at 8 p.m.\n\nRush brings warmth\, humor\, and a distinctive guitar style to the stage. His shows move easily between tender ballads and gritty blues\, with storytelling at the center.\n\nHis influence on American folk music is lasting. Rush helped shape the folk revival of the 1960s and inspired later generations. James Taylor has called him a major influence. Garth Brooks has cited him as one of his top inspirations. Rush has also championed emerging artists\, helping introduce audiences to Joni Mitchell\, Jackson Browne\, Nanci Griffith\, and Shawn Colvin early in their careers.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/tom-rush-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T154933
CREATED:20260201T183323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T183323Z
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SUMMARY:Duke Robillard at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:Duke Robillard has been a leading voice in blues\, swing\, and classic R&B since 1967. He first gained national attention as the founder and front man of Roomful of Blues. His influence has reached generations of musicians and fans worldwide. \nRobillard has earned two Grammy nominations for traditional blues album of the year. He was also named Traditional Male Blues Artist of the Year at the Blues Music Awards in 2010. \nThe performance is on Friday\, February 27. Tickets are $39 in advance and $41 on the day of the show. Doors open at 7 p.m.\, with music starting at 8 p.m. The evening celebrates the release of his new album Blast Off!
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/duke-robillard-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T154933
CREATED:20260201T182655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T182655Z
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SUMMARY:Skeleton Crewe ft. Rob Barraco\, Barry Sless\, Stephen Inglis\, Pete Sears & Jay Lane at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:Skeleton Crewe is seasoned jam band musicians Rob Barraco\, Barry Sless\, Stephen Inglis\, Pete Sears\, and Jay Lane. The group mixes Hawaiian slack key guitar\, psychedelic pedal steel\, and richly layered keyboard\, bass\, and drum work.\n\nThe performance is on Thursday\, February 26. Tickets are $44 in advance and $46 on the day of the show. Doors open at 7 p.m.\, with music starting at 8 p.m.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/skeleton-crewe-ft-rob-barraco-barry-sless-stephen-inglis-pete-sears-jay-lane-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Narrows Center
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