Hailed by the New York Times as “The suavest of all male cabaret performers”, Steve Ross is an incomparable singer-pianist who has delighted audiences on six continents with his shows celebrating the AmericanSongbook and saluting figures like Noël Coward, Cole Porter, Stephen Sondheim, Johnny Mercer and Alan Jay Lerner. Presented by the all-new George Moore Cabaret Series at the United.
This program is presented in partnership between The United Theatre and the Chorus of Westerly. In essence, Speakeasy Choir is a one night choir open to anyone. Everyone who attends will automatically become a member of a singing ensemble for the night and will learn a song with harmonies. At the end of the night, you will all perform with The United Theatre House Band.
Hiss Golden Messenger is an American folk music band, originating from North Carolina, led by MC Taylor. From Newport Folk Festival to Pitchfork Music Festival, and dozens of other great music festivals in-between, Hiss Golden Messenger has brought his songs of hope and reality to the people in the form of true American song craft. Westerly Sound presents this very special performance with M C Taylor and his band.
Westerly Sound presents M. Ward at The United. A prolific writer, producer, and performer, M. Ward has established himself as one of modern American music’s most unique and versatile voices. While he’s perhaps best known for his own remarkable output—nine acclaimed studio albums that have prompted Rolling Stone to hail him a “folk hero” and The Guardian to praise him as “a maverick auteur who draws upon blues, folk, country and art-rock, and is equally adept within each genre”—Ward may be equally celebrated for his wide-ranging and adventurous collaborations.
Billy Bragg has been a fearless recording artist, tireless live performer and peerless political campaigner for more than 35 years. Best known for songs “New England,” “California Stars,” “Hobo’s Lullaby” and “Tanks Park Salute” among many others – his unflinching songs continue a proud tradition of protest music throughout the ages. His music, deeply rooted in the righteous social commentary of predecessors like Woody Guthrie and Bob Dylan, blends elements of folk music, punk rock, and protest songs to offer commentary on our world in each pointed verse.
Bold moves from iconic choreographers. World-class dance from The United’s resident dance company and premier dance institution in the region returns for another one night only spectacular program of moving art. The nearly sold out debut in April was met with audience acclaim for the company’s expansive artistic range and brilliant creative offerings.
Darlingside is a four-person indie folk band from Boston. Band members Dave Senft (vocals, bass), Don Mitchell (vocals, guitar, banjo), Auyon Mukharji (vocals, violin, mandolin), and Harris Paseltiner (vocals, cello, guitar) are a dynamic presence–crowded tightly together onstage for the audience to witness four voices turn to a singular texture of sound. Paired with sharp wit and wordplay, their songs are treasures for literary and lyric-loving fans.
Opening performance by Louisa Stancioff. Darlingside website | Louisa Stancioff website
Grammy Nominated for BEST FOLK ALBUM in 2020, Bonny Light Horseman joins The United for this very special performance just after the October 2022 release of their new album Rolling Golden Holy. We’re pleased to welcome these talented performers to Westerly–Anaïs Mitchell (Tony award-winning Broadway musical Hadestown), Eric D. Johnson (Fruit Bats, The Shins), and Josh Kaufman (The National, Hiss Golden Messenger, Josh Ritter). Presented by Westerly Sound.
