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Concerts, Comedy and Special Events


Arlo Guthrie's Solo Reunion Tour
Together at Last

Saturday, September 29 at 8 p.m.
$50, 45, 40

Arlo Guthrie was born with a guitar in one hand and a harmonica in the other. He is one of the most distinctive and expressive voices of modern day singer / storytellers. For the first time in many years, Arlo presents a solo concert in his return to the Quick Center.

 

Turtle Island Quartet: A Love Supreme
Friday, October 19 at 8 p.m.
$40, 35, 30

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Dar Williams, singer-songwriter
Friday, November 2 at 8 p.m.
$40, 35, 30

Dar Williams' songs are personal, political, and create a telling narrative of the human condition. Her songs illustrate some of the many social and environmental issues that Dar Williams holds dear to her heart. "As much as I love to control what I write and perform, I know my better self is not an intentional construction," Williams explains. "It's a spontaneous creation that I stumble across while I try to tell the truth."

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Inti-Illimani 40th Anniversary Season
Friday, November 9 at 8 p.m.
$35, 30

Inti-Illimani's music has intoxicated audiences around the globe. Their collaborations with some of the world's most renowned artists include Federico Fellini, John Williams, Paco Peña, Patricio Manns, Holly Near, Peter Gabriel, Mercedes Sosa, Wynton Marsalis, Sting, Youssou N'Dour, Pete Seeger, and Bruce Springsteen. Wedded in traditional Latin American roots and playing on more than 30 wind, string and percussion instruments, Inti-Illimani's compositions are a treasure for the human spirit.

Inti-Illimani

"Enough to raise anyone's spirits - a program full of melodic energy, rhythmic vitality, and exotic timbres." - The Washington Post

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RockapellaRockapella Holiday Concert with Close Harmony
Friday, December 7 at 8 p.m. Sold out
$40, 35, 30

Known as regulars for five seasons on the awardwinning PBS program Where In The World Is Carmen Sandiego?, and from countless films and recordings, the undisputed kings of contemporary a cappella music return to the Quick Center to offer proof of their boundless ability to inspire and attract devoted fans. Back by popular demand! Close Harmony, an a cappella group from Fairfield Ludlowe High School under the direction of Kevin Cotellese will open for Rockapella.

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Hot TunaHot Tuna Electric Tour
Friday, December 14 at 8 p.m.
$50, 45, 40

With their acoustic and electric blues music, no one has more consistently epitomized American music than Jorma Kaukonen and Jack Casady, the founders and continuing core members of the legendary Hot Tuna.

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New Haven Symphony Orchestra Holiday Pops ConcertSold out
Saturday, December 15 at 7:30 p.m.
$40, 35

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Neil Berg's 100 Years of Broadway
Saturday, February 9 at 3 & 8 p.m.
100 Years of Broadway$50, 45, 40


An experience you will never forget! A jubilant musical revue of Broadway's most beloved songs performed by a cast of five Broadway stars from The Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, CATS, Jesus Christ Superstar, and Jekyll & Hyde. Neil Berg's 100 Years of Broadway recreates pivotal moments from the triumphant classics to the newest hit shows. An intimate evening of Broadway's best not to be missed!
"What Neil Berg and five scintillating and incredibly talented singers/actors hath wrought ... is enough to keep Broadway buffs in a state of bliss for weeks to come." - Napa Valley Register

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BeauSoleil

Marcia Ball and BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet
Mardi Gras Celebration event! (post-show reception)
Friday, February 15 at 8 p.m.
$40, 35

Marcia BallSinger/pianist Marcia Ball knows how to raise roofs and tear down walls with her infectious, intelligent and deeply emotional brand of southern boogie, roadhouse blues and heartfelt ballads. Her exquisite piano playing and passionate, playful vocals fuse New Orleans and Gulf Coast R&B with Austin's deep songwriting tradition into a sound No Depression described as "a little rock, a lot of roll, a pinch of rhythm and a handful of blues."
"Rollicking, playful, good time blues and intimate, reflective balladry...her songs ring with emotional depth." - Rolling Stone
Since forming in 1975, Grammy winners BeauSoleil have claimed their undisputed role as the most esteemed Cajun group in music. Michael Doucet avec BeauSoleil take the rich Cajun traditions of Louisiana and artfully blend elements of zydeco, New Orleans jazz, Tex-Mex, country, blues and more into a satisfying musical recipe that captivates audiences the world over.

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Leahy
Pre-show St. Patrick's Day Celebration at 6:30 p.m.
LeahySunday, March 16 at 7:30 p.m.
$40, 35, 30

Leahy is a musical powerhouse of eight Canadian siblings who are known for their exceptional musicianship, electrifying step dancing, and passion to perform. From the stages of the world where they opened for Shania Twain, to their television and PBS specials, the Leahy name has become synonymous with what makes an exceptional and awe-inspiring performance. Influenced by roots, pop, country, and traditional Canadian music, their definitive sound is recognizable and captivates audiences everywhere.
" ... striving energy ... intoxicating ..." - the New York Times

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Arturo SandovalArturo Sandoval, Afro-Cuban jazz
Saturday, March 29 at 8 p.m.
$50, 45, 40

The Quick Center welcomes back legendary jazz master Arturo Sandoval, one of the world's most acknowledged guardians of jazz trumpet and flugel horn, as well as a renowned classical artist. When he brought his explosive mixture of jazz, classical, rock and traditional Cuban music together, it caused a sensation throughout the entertainment world and has been doing so ever since.

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Second City One Nation, Under Blog
Friday, April 18 at 8 p.m.
$35, 30

Second CityReturning to the Quick Center with their latest show, the Second City Touring Company is always original, daring and hilarious. By unleashing such illustrious alumni as John Belushi, Mike Myers, Joan Rivers, Dan Aykroyd, Alan Arkin, Tina Fey, Bill Murray and many more, "The Second City" has played no small part in forming our collective sense of humor. Their alumni list is a veritable "Who's Who" of comedy and their reign is far from over!
"Legendary" - the New York Times

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The Acoustic Blues Project
Stefan Grossman, Danny Kalb, Steve Katz
Friday, April 25 at 8 p.m.
$35, 30

Acoustic Blues ProjectThese three of America's foremost guitarists have been playing together since they were teens, and with the likes of favorites such as Dave Van Ronk, Phil Ochs, Judy Collins, Pete Seeger, John Sebastian, Maria Muldaur, Even Dozen Jug Band, David Grisman, Merle Travis, Brownie McGhee and Chet Atkins to name a few. Steve Katz, founding member of Blood, Sweat and Tears and the Blues Project, along with Danny Kalb, Blues Project, and Stefan Grossman, an acclaimed guitarist and educator, have been playing folk and blues to jug bands, rock and world music. Together they cover the gamut of musical styles, and remain as exciting and cutting edge as ever. They will electrify you acoustically, as they soar melodically.

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