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SUMMARY:Bluebird at the UNITED
DESCRIPTION:Bluebird at the UNITED brings the spirit of Nashville’s legendary songwriter circles to United Theatre on Saturday\, June 6 at 8 p.m. Created in partnership with the famed Bluebird Cafe\, the concert series focuses less on flashy production and more on the heart of songwriting itself\, placing artists onstage to perform stripped-down music while sharing the personal stories that inspired the songs. Even before the featured performers are announced\, the format alone carries serious appeal for fans of country\, Americana\, and intimate live music experiences. \nBluebird at the UNITED is part of the theater’s larger “Nashville North” initiative\, an ongoing cultural exchange designed to bring elements of Nashville’s music scene to Rhode Island through performances\, collaborations\, and educational programming. The series reflects the kind of songwriter-round tradition that made the Bluebird Cafe famous\, where lyrics\, storytelling\, and emotional honesty take center stage. Rather than a traditional concert built around spectacle\, these performances tend to feel conversational and personal\, giving audiences a closer connection to the artists and the creative process behind the music. \nThe UNITED Theatre’s intimate atmosphere should make the evening especially memorable. The historic downtown Westerly venue has become known for carefully curated performances that feel immersive and community-driven\, and Bluebird fits naturally into that approach. Expect a crowd filled with serious music lovers\, attentive listening\, and the kind of quiet moments where a single lyric can completely hold a room. For anyone drawn to authentic songwriting and acoustic performance\, this promises to be one of the more unique live music experiences of the early summer season. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/bluebird-at-the-united/
LOCATION:United Theatre\, 5 Canal Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:United Theater
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SUMMARY:UNITED for PRIDE Drag Show - Dollhaus Takeover 
DESCRIPTION:Do yourself a favor and dance the night away at UNITED for PRIDE Drag Show – Dollhaus Takeover at The UNITED Theatre in Westerly on Friday\, June 5. Presented by Nervous\, the 18+ drag event will feature impressive performers Changi The Angel and Nervous. and Candace Persuasion wrap up Pride Month. \nAttendees of this Pride event can look forward to high-energy performances\, eye-catching costumes\, music\, laughs\, and the extravagant personalities audiences have come to love about the world of drag. The UNITED Theatre provides the intimate venue to get up close with talented drag performers while celebrating Pride. Don’t know much about drag? No problem! UNITED for PRIDE: Drag Show welcomes all to experience an exciting night of entertainment. \nMark your calendars if you’re a fan of drag shows or looking for a way to celebrate Pride Month in downtown Westerly. \n  \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/united-for-pride-drag-show-dollhaus-takeover/
LOCATION:United Theatre\, 5 Canal Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:United Theater
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SUMMARY:Prince/Bowie at The UNITED
DESCRIPTION:Prince/Bowie at The UNITED brings together the music of Prince and David Bowie in a genre-blending live concert experience at The UNITED Theatre. Rather than functioning as a traditional tribute act focused on one artist\, Prince/Bowie merges the catalogs\, styles\, and stage energy of two of music’s most influential performers into a single high-powered show filled with funk\, glam rock\, pop experimentation\, and theatrical live performance. \nCreated by Eric Gould\, founder of Pink Talking Fish\, the project pulls together musicians from nationally touring acts including Pigeons Playing Ping Pong\, Cool Cool Cool\, and The Giant Country Horns. The result is a band built around technical musicianship\, improvisation\, and creative reinterpretation rather than simple imitation. Horn arrangements by composer Matt Wayne add another layer to the performances\, giving familiar songs a fresh live energy while preserving the spirit of the originals. \nThe setlist itself becomes part of the appeal\, blending iconic songs from both artists into seamless mashups and transitions that feel designed for a concert crowd rather than a nostalgia act. Audiences can expect combinations like “Let’s Dance” flowing into “1999” or “Moonage Daydream” colliding with “Purple Rain\,” creating a show that constantly shifts between Bowie’s art-rock atmosphere and Prince’s explosive funk and pop energy. For fans of live musicianship\, classic music catalogs\, and tribute shows willing to experiment creatively\, Prince/Bowie offers one of the more unique concert experiences on the regional calendar. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/prince-bowie-at-the-united/
LOCATION:United Theatre\, 5 Canal Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:United Theater
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SUMMARY:Speakeasy Choir at the United
DESCRIPTION:Speakeasy Choir at the United brings a one-night\, interactive music experience to United Theatre on May 9 at 7:00 PM. The event invites attendees to step out of the audience and into the performance\, creating a group singing experience that blends learning\, collaboration\, and live music into a single evening. It’s structured to be fast-paced and accessible\, making it easy to jump in regardless of experience level. \nParticipants will join a pop-up chorus for the night\, learning harmonies and vocals together before taking the stage after roughly 90 minutes. This session features “You’re the One That I Want” from Grease\, giving the experience a familiar\, high-energy foundation. The format focuses on participation and shared energy\, turning a room of individuals into a cohesive group performance by the end of the night. \nThe event is presented by the Chorus of Westerly and United Theatre\, with live support from the UNITED House Band\, a 5-piece group made up of instructors and local musicians. The combination of guided rehearsal and full-band backing creates a complete performance experience in a single night. Speakeasy Choir offers a straightforward way to go from spectator to performer in a supportive\, community-driven setting. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/speakeasy-choir-at-the-united/
LOCATION:United Theatre\, 5 Canal Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:United Theater
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SUMMARY:Nick Bosse and the Northern Roots
DESCRIPTION:Nick Bosse and the Northern Roots is a New England-based\, Nashville recording artist and songwriter whose distinctly authentic take on country music defiantly rejects the generic status quo of the genre pushed by the corporate music industry. With a unique sonic identity that builds on the groundwork laid by country icons with a modern approach\, Nick is known for his ability to immerse his diverse and growing fanbase in a bygone world.  \nUNITED Black Box Auditorium \nTickets: $25 (fees included) \nSupport: Tyler-James Kelly \n“Real country\, no polish – Nick Bosse & The Northern Roots bring timeless songs\, modern fire\, and a full-room sound that proves country is a state of mind\, not a zip code.” \nNow\, with a host of achievements under his belt\, including hitting 2m streams on his single What Happened To Country\, putting out his first Nashville album\, and winning a New England Music Award for Best Vocalist\, Nick is traveling the Northeast to show that country music is not a “southern-only” genre of music; it is a state of mind that many share worldwide. \nSpecial guest support Tyler-James Kelly makes 1970s-inspired country music for the modern world. It’s a warm\, lived-in sound\, created by a longtime songwriter who’s happy to be a torchbearer for the music that’s always inspired him. \nThis event is part of the UNITED’s “Nashville North” initiative\, a dynamic cultural exchange bringing Country and Americana music to Rhode Island from around the U.S. and celebrating Nashville’s iconic music scene through a series of educational\, artistic\, and performance programs from partners in Nashville and beyond.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/nick-bosse-and-the-northern-roots/
LOCATION:United Theatre\, 5 Canal Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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SUMMARY:United We Laugh
DESCRIPTION:UNITED We Laugh is a monthly stand-up comedy night presented by Tad Flynn\, featuring a rotating lineup of comedians from across the Northeast. This show includes headliner Paul Ollinger\, along with Ron Nobles\, Greg Radin\, and Brian Wayne. Expect a mix of styles and a full night of live comedy. This is an 18+ event.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/united-we-laugh/
LOCATION:United Theatre\, 5 Canal Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:United Theater
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SUMMARY:Mamma Mania - The American Tribute to ABBA
DESCRIPTION:Step back into the 1970s as Mamma Mania\, a high-energy ABBA tribute band\, brings the biggest hits of ABBA to the stage. Expect a fun\, nostalgic night filled with familiar songs\, lively performances\, and sing-along moments.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/mamma-mania-the-american-tribute-to-abba/
LOCATION:United Theatre\, 5 Canal Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
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