Keep warm this weekend with art, music, and comedy at local venues.
‘Relics’ opening at 3S Artspace
Among the highlights of Portsmouth’s monthly Art ‘Round Town gallery walk on Friday is an opening reception for “Relics” at 3S Artspace, featuring architectural sculptures by Frank Poor. The event from 5-8 p.m. coincides with a reception for “Faces,” featuring paintings by James Tucker in 3S’s Lobby Gallery. Learn more here.
NHAA Silent Auction and Kick-Off
The New Hampshire Art Association’s Robert Lincoln Levy Gallery was closed for sprucing in January, but it reopens this month with the annual silent auction and kick-off exhibition in Portsmouth. An opening reception for the Small Works exhibit (featuring the above photo by Michael Sterling) takes place from 5-8 p.m. Learn more here.
‘Decompositions’ at Pontine Theatre
For one weekend only, Pontine Theatre is presenting a new solo performance by Tannis Kowalchuk, founding farmer and artistic director of the Farm Arts Collective. “Decompositions” is on stage at The Plains School in Portsmouth on Friday at 7 p.m., Saturday at 3 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets are $26-$29. Learn more here.
Jazz concerts at The Dance Hall
The Dance Hall is hosting two stellar jazz shows in Kittery this weekend. On Friday from 7:30-9 p.m., the Jason Anick & Matt DeChamplain Quartet will pay tribute to legendary violinist Stephane Grappelli and pianist Oscar Peterson ($20). On Saturday from 7:30-9 p.m., saxophonist Greg Abate will bring his quartet to town ($20). Learn more here.
‘Man of La Mancha’ at the Seacoast Rep
Next up at the Seacoast Repertory Theatre in Portsmouth is Tony Award-winning musical “Man of La Mancha.” Based on Miguel de Cervantes’ 17th century epic novel “Don Quixote,” about a man’s refusal to give up his impossible dream, the show is on stage Feb. 3 through March 5. Show times vary. Tickets are $35-$44. Learn more here.
Corey Manning at McCue’s Comedy Club
Corey Manning’s resume includes headlining The Apollo, streaming on Amazon Prime, and appearing on NBC’s “Family Feud” and Jamie Foxx’s “Laffapalooza.” He’ll perform at McCue’s Comedy Club in Portsmouth with support from Casey McNeal, Liam Hales, and Cher Lynn on Friday from 8-9:30 p.m. Tickets are $20. Learn more here.
Two shows on the Button Factory Stage
WSCA Portsmouth Community Radio has been ramping up its live music schedule on the Button Factory Stage. Portland post-punk band Lahnah headlines with Rong and Willzyx on Friday from 8-11 p.m. ($10). Dreamy Mass.-based band Geskle follows with Five Feet and Moon Snails on Saturday from 8-11 p.m. ($10). Learn more here.
A Band of Killers at The Stone Church
Johnny Trama and his all-star rock group A Band of Killers are heading to The Stone Church in Newmarket for a two-night run, with a different lineup each night. Friday’s gig features Toussaint the Liberator, while Saturday’s show includes Tim Gearon and guests Dwight & Nicole. Each show is at 9 p.m. and costs $15. Learn more here.
Laugh Riot at The Rockingham Ballroom
Laugh Riot’s monthly Comedy Night at The Rockingham Ballroom in Newmarket features three comics and a musical opener on Saturday from 7-10:30 p.m. Following some acoustic music from Tim Daley, standup comedians Mark Scalia, Matt Barry, and Shyam Subramanian will each take the stage. Tickets are $20. Learn more here.
Seacoast Skating with the Stars
Local “stars” are paired with professional skaters from Ice Dance International during the annual Seacoast Skating with the Stars at Labrie Family Skate at Puddle Duck Pond in Portsmouth. Originally scheduled for Saturday, the event has been moved to Sunday at 11 a.m. due to the frigid forecast. Tickets are $10-$22. Learn more here.
See the full calendar for more local events.