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SUMMARY:Drunk Black History
DESCRIPTION:The critically acclaimed Drunk Black History show returns to Boston to close out Black History Month! \nComedian Brandon Collins (New York Comedy Festival) hosts this event where you’ll hear from comedians\, writers\, and experts who are skunked out of their mind trying to recap the biography of a historical Black figure or event that hasn’t gotten the mainstream love they deserved. \nThe upcoming show in honor of the 100th anniversary of Black History month will include appearances from Dorothy Whitfield (Comedy Network Boston)\, Courtney Reynolds (Pumkin Eater Podcast)\, and more! \nFriday\, February 27th\nThe Rockwell\n255 Elm Street\, Somerville\, MA 02144 \nDoors open at 6:15pm\nShow at 7pm \nAdvance tickets are available at https://therockwell.org/calendar/drunk-black-history-2/ \n★★★★ “One of our favorite comedy shows out there” —TimeOut NY\n★★★★ “Drink some cocktails while you get an education… at this popular show!” —The Infatuation\n★★★★ “Keeping our food and drinks down was hard because of all the laughing…” —1202 Magazine\n★★★★ “A hilariously high history lesson!” —AMNY
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/drunk-black-history/
LOCATION:The Rockwell\, 255 Elm Street\, Somerville\, MA\, 02144\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Cultural,Historical,Holiday,Lecture/Talk
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SUMMARY:Ms. Lisa Fischer & Grand Baton
DESCRIPTION:Grammy and Oscar-winning vocalist Lisa Fischer is a once-in-a-lifetime talent whose voice has captivated audiences worldwide. After decades performing with icons like the Rolling Stones\, Luther Vandross\, and Tina Turner\, Fischer now blazes her own trail\, transforming every song with breathtaking range\, power\, and soul. Whether with her adventurous band Grand Baton or in intimate collaborations\, Fischer delivers performances that are unforgettable\, transcendent\, and deeply moving. \n“A talent that comes once in a lifetime” Roberta Flack \nABOUT THE ARTIST \nSome artists bring a rare\, magnetic magic to their live performances—an energy that transcends simply listening to a recording. Lisa Fischer is one of those singular performers. When she steps on stage\, her voice commands attention\, weaving power\, tenderness\, and crystalline clarity into an experience that leaves audiences spellbound. Critics and fans alike marvel at her vocal range and control\, calling her a once-in-a-lifetime talent. “A talent that comes once in a lifetime\,” says Roberta Flack. “Like Haley’s Comet\, her brilliance is dazzling and brings light into the world.” \nA Grammy and Oscar-winning artist\, Fischer has spent more than four decades shaping the sound of popular music. Her soaring vocals carried her to the top of the R&B charts in 1991 with How Can I Ease the Pain\, earning her a Grammy for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance. Yet much of her career was spent as the consummate collaborator\, lending her extraordinary voice to some of the world’s greatest performers. For over 25 years she toured with the Rolling Stones\, with Keith Richards marveling at her “amazing power\, energy\, and projection.” She has also performed alongside Luther Vandross\, Sting\, Tina Turner\, and Nine Inch Nails\, adding unmatched depth and texture to their sound. \nHer story reached a wider audience with the Oscar-winning documentary 20 Feet From Stardom (2013)\, which spotlighted the lives and artistry of the world’s finest backup singers. The film became a turning point for Fischer\, inspiring her to step into the spotlight and chart her own creative journey. “The film gave me a chance to take stock and realize I could start defining my own path\,” she explains. \nSince then\, Fischer has embraced a new chapter as a fearless solo artist. With her adventurous band Grand Baton\, she has developed a dynamic repertoire that fuses Caribbean rhythms\, psychedelic soul\, and progressive jazz-rock\, often reimagining songs she once performed in support of other legends. She continues to stretch boundaries through wide-ranging collaborations—whether in intimate duo performances with jazz pianist Taylor Eigsti\, bringing gospel fire to Gullah-inspired group Ranky Tanky\, or creating luminous soundscapes in partnership with Alonzo King LINES Ballet. Each project reveals a different facet of her artistry while staying true to her deep musical soul. \nTo experience Lisa Fischer live is to embark on a journey through sound\, spirit\, and emotion. She doesn’t simply sing songs—she transforms them\, reshaping familiar melodies into something entirely new and unforgettable. With infinite textures and boundless imagination\, Lisa Fischer has secured her place among America’s greatest vocalists. Her performances are more than concerts; they are profound celebrations of music’s power to move\, uplift\, and inspire.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/ms-lisa-fischer-grand-baton/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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SUMMARY:Cape Ann Shakespeare Troupe presents One Act Wonders
DESCRIPTION:Cape Ann Shakespeare Troupe presents “One-Act Wonders”\, a program of four modern one-act plays exploring boundaries\, loyalties\, and the absurdities of life. The program will run for four performances only\, at Gloucester Stage Theater\, April 17th (7:30pm) 18th (7:30pm)\, and 19th (3pm + 7:30pm). Tickets are $28.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/cape-ann-shakespeare-troupe-presents-one-act-wonders/2026-02-27/
LOCATION:Gloucester Stage\, 267 East Main St.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Theatre
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