Mardi Gras masquerade, Recycled Percussion, Supper Super Jam: 10 things to do in Seacoast
We have just blown through most of February, but there are still plenty of fun events this weekend. Head over to the Rockingham Ballroom for Mardi Gras Masquerade Nite, rock out at a Supper Super Jam at Stone Church or drop into the Rio for some comedy.
Here's a look at 10 things to do this weekend:
Chris Pennie at the Rio
What: Chris Pennie has been entertaining crowds since 2005. As a life long bachelor and full-time single dad Chris relies on his dysfunctional family and off-beat view of the world to find humor in everyday life.
When: Friday, Feb. 24, 7 to 8 p.m.
Where: Rio Tequila Cantina, 37 Bow St., Portsmouth
Cost: $20
More info: mccuescomedyclub.com
Koch Marshall Trio at Jimmy’s
What: At the heart of this organ trio is a blues sensibility – but Koch’s compositions mix rock, funk and jazz and served up with heavy grooves and dynamic improvisations (and occasional wild abandon).
When: Friday, Feb. 24 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club, 135 Congress St., Portsmouth
Cost: $10 to $45
More info: jimmysoncongress.com
Highway 95 Revisited: Riding Shotgun with Bob Dylan at The Dance Hall
What: Maine musician Seth Warner will lead an all star band in Highway 95 Revisited: Riding shotgun with Dylan: an evening celebrating the songs of Bob Dylan with music spanning his entire career.
When: Friday, Feb. 24 afrom 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Where: The Dance Hall, 7 Walker St., Kittery, Maine
Cost: $20
More info: thedancehallkittery.org
Recycled Percussion at Rochester Opera House
What: You may have seen them impressing the judges on "America’s Got Talent," or in Las Vegas or maybe as they opened the Super Bowl or on their TV show “Chaos & Kindness!" Now this group is back in Rochester.
When: Saturday, Feb. 25 at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Where: Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester
Cost: $37 to $47
More info: rochesteroperahouse.com
Supper Super Jam at The Stone Church
What: As the name implies, Supper Super Jam offers multiple musical worlds coming together for the first time on stage ... during early show hours with dinner service and plenty of room to dance.
When: Saturday, Feb. 25 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Where: The Stone Church, 5 Granite St., Newmarket
Cost: $15
More info: stonechurchrocks.com
Mardi Gras Masquerade Nite at The Rockingham Ballroom
What: The Ballroom channels the Bourbon Street vibe to celebrate and dance. Playing a mix of R&B, Orleans Carnival, jazzy horns with host DJs Jonny and Pam. Prizes for best costume.
When: Saturday, Feb. 25 from 7 to 11 p.m.
Where: The Rockingham Ballroom, 22 Ashswamp Road, Newmarket
Cost: $20
More info: rockinballroom.club
Club d’Elf 25th Anniversary Tour at The Press Room
What: Club d’Elf is a collective of musicians fiercely dedicated to “the groove," consisting of some of the most sought-after players from the jazz, world music, rock, and DJ scenes of Boston, New York City & beyond. 21-plus show.
When: Saturday, Feb. 25 at 9 p.m.
Where: The Press Room, 77 Daniel St., Portsmouth
Cost: $20 to $25
More info: pressroomnh.com
Concert for A Cause with Avalyn Reed Trio
What: Avalyn Reed Trio will play music by de Falla, Handel, Albicastro, Joplin and more. Donations for this chamber music concert will support the International Institute of New England, helping refugees begin again with hope.
When: Sunday, Feb. 26 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: First Unitarian Universalist Society of Exeter, 12 Elm St., Exeter
Cost: Free
More info: www.exeteruu.org
Couch to Mic: Live Comedy Show at 3S Artspace
What: The Couch to Mic: Live Show is the final performance capping off a four-week Couch to Mic workshop series.
When: Sunday, Feb. 26 from 3 to 5 p.m.
Where: 3S Artspace, 319 Vaughan St., Portsmouth
Cost: Pay-what-you-choose (starting at $10)
More info: 3sarts.org
Marc Ribot: The Jazz Bins at The Press Room
What: The Jazz-Bins use deep grooves and over the top improvisation to channel the spirits of Newark’s Key Club Sparky J’s Lounge, and NYC’s CBGB’s c/a 1977 into a quest for punk/soul salvation.
When: Sunday, Feb. 26 at 4 and 7 p.m.
Where: The Press Room, 77 Daniel St., Portsmouth
Cost: $25 to $30
More info: pressroomnh.com
This article originally appeared on Portsmouth Herald: 10 things to do in Seacoast: Mardi Gras masquerade Recycled Percussion
