This week’s round-up of live entertainment in and around Manchester is brought to you by A. Robert Dionne of Ted Herbert Music School & Rentals. Email your entertainment events to rob@majestictheatre.net for consideration. Be sure to add your events to the InkLink community calendar for possible inclusion in the live radio report on WMNH 95.3 (The Morning Show with Peter White – “World of Entertainment” LIVE every Thursday at 8 am).
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 24th
- Paul Nelson / Currier (Manchester) / 5pm
- Lou Antonucci / Fratello’s (Manchester) / 5:30pm
- Jonny Angel / Telly’s (Epping) / 7pm
- Mugsy Duo / Stumble Inn (Londonderry) / 7pm
- Blues Therapy / Stonecutters Pub (Milford)/ 8pm
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 25th
- Crazy Steve / Area 23 (Concord) / 6pm
- Ryan Williamson / The Foundry (Manchester) / 6pm
- Karen Grenier / Pat’s Peak (Henniker) / 6pm
- The Honeybees / Penuches (Concord) / 7pm
- The Slakas / Derryfield (Manchester) 8pm
- Martin and Kelly / Bonfire (Manchester) / 9pm
- Swipe Right / Murphy’s (Manchester) / 9:30pm
- The Mockingbirds / Peddler’s Daughter (Nashua) / 9:30pm
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 26th
- Kevin Horan / Great North Aleworks (Manchester) / 3pm
- Lucas Gallo / To Share Brewing Company (Manchester) / 4pm
- Tim Kierstead / Backyard Brewery (Manchester) / 6pm
- Clipper / Liquid Therapy (Nashua) / 6pm
- Yamica and Nate Duo / Village Trestle (Goffstown) / 6pm
- Pete Peterson / Coach Stop (Londonderry) / 6pm
- Heartbeat City / Angel City Music Hall (Manchester) / 9pm
- Outside Help / Strange Brew (Manchester) / 9pm
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 27th
- Jodee Frawlee / Copper Door (Salem) / 11am
- Nate Comp / Copper Door (Bedford) / 11am
- 21St & 1St / Stumble Inn (Londonderry) / 3pm
- Wood Wind & Whiskey / Sawbelly (Exeter) / 5pm
Always be sure to check a venue’s website or Facebook page for last minute changes or covid requirements.
The Majestic Theatre
880 Page Street ~ www.majestictheatre.net (603)669-7469
LOVE SONGS – A MUSICAL / February 25-27 (Majestic Studio Theatre)
Love Songs is a truly extraordinary musical theater experience, the return of romance to the stage! Believe in the healing power of love and romance once again. Steven Cagan’s glorious work expresses the truth, beauty and hopefulness that we all strive for in this journey called life through the story of three couples. Jeremy is stuck out of town on a business trip for Roy’s ad agency, trying frantically to get back in time for his nuptials. His betrothed, Gaby, is anxious for him to return. Sarah, who has been engaged to Ben for six years, is weary of his failure to commit to her. Ben has been idealizing a kind of love that does not really exist. Roy and Rose, lovers for many years, just enjoy themselves. How will their stories work out? Love Songs is timeless in its appeal. Let there be harmony evermore!
NANA’S NAUGHTY KNICKERS / March 11-13 (Majestic Studio Theatre)
Bridget and her grandmother are about to become roommates. However, what Bridget saw as a unique opportunity to stay with her favorite nana in New York for the summer quickly turns into an experience she’ll never forget. It seems her sweet grandma is running an illegal boutique from her apartment, selling handmade naughty knickers to every senior citizen in the five-borough area! Will Bridget be able to handle all the excitement? Will her nana get arrested – or worse – evicted?
The Rex Theatre
23 Amherst Street ~ www.rextheatre.org (603)668-5588
FNC: PAUL D’ANGELO / February 25th at 7:30pm
Paul, a former assistant district attorney and criminal-defense trial attorney, is one of the nation’s top stand-up comedians who has opened for over sixty internationally known acts, including Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, Tom Jones, Tony Bennett, The Beach Boys , Chicago, The Four Tops, The Temptations, Jerry Lee Lewis, Huey Lewis & The News, The Righteous Brothers, Lyle Lovett, George Carlin, Joan Rivers and Dennis Miller; in famed entertainment venues from the legendary Friar’s Club and the Waldorf Astoria’s main ballroom in New York City, to the main showroom at Harrah’s Casino and Caesar’s Palace.
DAMN THE TORPEDOS – A LIVE TOM PETTY CONCERT EXPERIENCE / February 26th at 7:30pm
Over the years Damn The Torpedoes has evolved with more committed members and a deep understanding of the Tom Petty catalogue. The current lineup has been in place for several years and demonstrates the unspoken chemistry that makes a great band. The signature riffs, harmonies, and underlying parts of the music are all there—along with some fresh twists that are often inspired at the moment. The resulting performances have audiences smiling, singing, dancing, and mourning the loss of this great artist.
The Palace Theatre
80 Hanover Street ~ www.palacetheatre.org (603)668-5588
DANCING DREAM: The Tribute to ABBA / February 24th at 7:30pm
ABBA, the greatest pop supergroup from Sweden that ruled the music world in the 70s and it still holds the title of one of the best pop groups in the world ever. Dancing Dream pays the tribute to the legendary Swedish group honoring their legacy. The New York City-based touring tribute act was founded by two European singers in 2009 in hopes of transporting nostalgic audiences back to the happy and groovy times of the 70s.
FRANK SANTOS JR – THE “R-RATED” HYPNOTIST / February 25th at 7:30pm
Be amazed when you, your friends or strangers across the room become stars of the show, as hypnotist/comedian Frank Santos Jr. make them believe that they are singers, dancers and much, much more. This is a performance where the audience becomes the show. His performance has limitless variations and can please every appetite. This is a hilarious, energetic and unique show that you will never forget!
THE GRAND SHANGHAI CIRCUS / February 26th at 2pm & 7:30pm / February 27th at 3pm
Founded in 1951 as the Shanghai Acrobatic Theatre, The New Shanghai Circus has won more Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals in domestic and international circus competitions to date than any other Chinese acrobatic company. Breathtaking and polished to perfection, the singular skills performed by The New Shanghai Circus have their roots in the everyday lives of the village peasants, farmers, and craftsmen of the Han Dynasty.
FEATURED EVENTS:
TRIVIA: 21+ – DIRTY DANCING LIVE TRIVIA / February 24th
This is a PG-13 event. Nobody puts Baby in the corner and NOBODY says you aren’t a huge fan of Dirty Dancing! So drop those watermelons and gather your team to crown yourself the ultimate Dirty Dancing fan with a $100, $50, $25 Chunky’s Gift Card for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place teams. Visit www.chunkys.com for tickets and information.
MUSIC: THE CORVETTES Doo-Wop Revue / LaBelle Winery (Amherst) / February 24th at 6:30pm
**SALE! $10 OFF ALL TICKETS!** Every Corvettes show is more than a concert – it’s an all out a Doo Wop Celebration of Twistin’ The Night Away! Join us for dinner in The Bistro, then head to the Great Room at 6:30pm for open seating & cocktail hour, with the performance beginning at 7:30pm. www.labellewinery.com 
Rockin’ Daddios
MUSIC: THE ROCKIN DADDIOS / City Auditorium (Concord) / Wednesday, March 2nd at 7:30pm
Sponsored by The Walker Lecture Series. Sit back, relax and sing along to the music of The Rockin’ Daddios. Their music is guaranteed to make you smile! www.walkerlecture.org – FREE EVENTS!
COMEDY THIS WEEKEND:
- Comedy Out of the Box / Hatbox Theater (Concord) / February 24th at 7:30pm
- Steve Sweeney / Chunky’s (Manchester) / February 25th and 26th
- Kyle Crawford / Headliners Comedy Club (Manchester) / February 26th at 8:30pm
- Tony V. / McCue’s Comedy Club (Postmouth) / February 26th at 8pm
Email your entertainment events to rob@majestictheatre.net for consideration. Be sure to add your events to the InkLink calendar for possible inclusion in the live radio report on WMNH 95.3 (The Morning Show with Peter White – “World of Entertainment” LIVE every Thursday at 8am).