Art
Through Sept. 30: Matera, Italy
Nick Zungoli’s photographs of Matera, one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world that has gained international fame for its ancient town, the “Sassi di Matera.”
Exposures Gallery, Sugar Loaf, Chester, 845.469.9382; www.theexposuresgallery.com
Through Oct. 28: Thomas Cole’s Paper Trail
An exhibit that highlights the artist’s drawings of Hudson River scenes and letters between family and friends in the 1800s.
Albany Institute of History and Art, Albany, 518.463.4478; www.albanyinstitute.org
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Aug. 2–Sept. 1: Cool & Collected ’18: Emerging Artists 35 and Under
Featuring artists Katie Barrie, Rebecca Levitan, Laini Nemett, Alex Osborne, Sophie Treppendahl, and others.
Kenise Barnes Fine Art, Larchmont, 914.834.8077; www.kbfa.com
Music and Dance
Aug. 1: Slayer
Heavy metal music at its best. Guest stars Lamb of God, Testament, Anthrax & Napalm Death.
Times Union Center, Albany, 518.487.2000; www.timesunioncenter-albany.com
Aug. 4: Luminarium Dance Company in Concert
A family-friendly performance featuring newly commissioned work inspired by Clermont’s history and landscape, alongside a selection of repertory favorites ranging from classical to contemporary.
Clermont State Historic Site, Germantown, 518.537.4240; www.parks.ny.gov
Aug. 9: Godspeed You! Black Emperor
For more than 20 years this group has been known for mesmerizing live shows marked by orchestral dynamics and epic rock power.
Basilica Hudson, Hudson, 518.822.1050; www.basilicahudson.org
Aug. 11: Eaglemania: The World’s Greatest Eagles Tribute Band
This group performs all of the hits of the Eagles, as well as Don Henley, Glenn Frey, and Joe Walsh’s solo albums.
Tarrytown Music Hall, Tarrytown, 914.631.3390; www.tarrytownmusichall.org
Aug. 11, 18, 25: Orange County Pop, Rock, & Doo-Wop Concert Series
World-class pop, rock, and doo-wop music concerts featuring music from the ’50s and ’60s, free of charge. Bring your own chair/blanket.
Newburgh waterfront, People’s Park, Newburgh; www.ferrygodmother.com
Aug. 11, 25: Pawling Music by the Lake
Bring a lawn chair and enjoy an evening of music outdoors by the lake. On the 11th, the Bruce Katz Band will be belting out their blues, soul-jazz, and American roots music. On the 25th, The Greyhounds will be entertaining the crowds with their rhythm-driven rock ’n’ roll.
Lakeside Park, Pawling, 845.855.1131; www.pawlingrec.com
Aug. 12: Danish String Quartet
Playing the music of Beethoven, Hans Abrahamsen, and Haydn will be: Rune Tonsgaard Sørensen and Frederik Øland on violin, Asbjørn Nørgaard on the viola and Fredrik Schøyen Sjölin playing the cello.
Maverick Concert Hall, Woodstock, 845.679.8217; www.maverickconcerts.org
Aug. 12: Gordon Lightfoot in Concert
A legendary folk singer-songwriter, his popular hits include “Sundown,” “Carefree Highway,” and “If You Could Read My Mind.”
Paramount Hudson Valley Theater, Peekskill, 914.739.0039; www.paramounthudsonvalley.com
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Aug. 13: American Idol Live!
The 2018 top 7 finalists will be performing the songs that made them famous; the winner from season 8, Kris Allen, guest stars.
Palace Theatre, Albany, 518.465.4663; www.palacealbany.org
Aug. 18: Kansas
Eight gold albums and three sextuple-platinum albums are just a few reasons why Kansas has become legendary with songs such as “Carry On Wayward Son,” and “Dust in the Wind.”
Ulster Performing Arts Center, Kingston, 845.339.6088; www.upac.org
Aug. 24: The Everly Brothers Experience Featuring the Zmed Brothers
Honoring the aesthetics of the iconic sound of one of the most popular groups of the ’50s and ’60s with songs such as “Bye Bye Love” and “All I Have To Do Is Dream.”
Bearsville Theater, Woodstock, 845.679.4406; www.bearsvilletheater.com
Aug. 26: The Kurpil Family Fiddlers
Enjoy an afternoon of fiddle music, song history, and an exhibit of photos and memorabilia with this family of fiddlers.
Time & The Valleys Museum, Grahamsville, 845.985.7700; www.timeandthevalleysmuseum.org
Theater
Through Aug. 4: Kalamazoo
A romantic roller coaster about two seniors on different ends of the spectrum: an Irish-Catholic woman and a Jewish East Coast man. After they meet on an online dating site, their first date consists of body shots and tattoos as they discover they’re still young at heart.
Curtain Call Theatre, Latham, 518.877.7529; www.curtaincalltheatre.com
Through Aug. 4: Death of a Salesman
Arthur Miller’s classic drama about the loss of identity and seeking the American Dream.
Elmwood Playhouse, Nyack, 845.353.1313; www.elmwoodplayhouse.com
Through Aug. 5: Honky Tonk Laundry
In this light-hearted musical, a couple of country angels turn a Nashville laundromat into a boot-scootin’ honky-tonk. Features music by the Dixie Chicks, Carrie Underwood, Reba McEntire, and more.
Shadowland Theatre, Ellenville, 845.647.5511; www.shadowlandstages.org
Through Aug. 25: The Heart of Robin Hood
To escape her forthcoming marriage to the villainous Prince John, Marion flees to the forest seeking Robin Hood but finds an aloof clod in this re-imagined adaptation by David Farr.
Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Boscobel House & Gardens, Garrison, 845.265.9575; www.hvshakespeare.org
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Aug. 2–19: Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery
A murder mystery that only Sherlock Holmes and his faithful companion Watson can solve. These intrepid sleuths try to find the killer of the Baskerville family’s cursed male heirs in a web of clues, silly accents, hilarious disguises, and unsavory characters in this comedic murderous tale.
Clove Creek Dinner Theater, Fishkill, 845.202.7778; www.clovecreekdinnertheater.com
Aug. 10–Sept. 9: Bang Bang!
Written by John Cleese of Monty Python fame, this new adaptation of Georges Feydeau’s classic farce is about a high-society couple who are cheating with secret lovers.
Shadowland Theatre, Ellenville, 845.647.5511; www.shadowlandstages.org
Aug. 11: Truth
A theatrical performance based on the life of Sojourner Truth that features music, dance, spoken word, and puppets.
Rosendale Theatre Collective, Rosendale, 845.658.8989; www.rosendaletheatre.org
Film
Aug. 7: How to Steal a Million
A 1966 romantic comedy starring Audrey Hepburn and Peter O’Toole as two burglars who decide to rob a Paris museum, but things don’t exactly turn out as planned.
Jacob Burns Film Center, Pleasantville, 914.773.7663; www.burnsfilmcenter.org
Aug. 28: Moana
Part of the free summer movie concert series, this children’s movie is about a girl who wishes to sail the ocean and free her people from an ancient curse.
Palace Theatre, Albany, 518.465.4663; www.palacealbany.org
County Fairs
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Special Events
Through Aug. 19: The 15th Annual Bard SummerScape Festival
Featuring world-class opera, theater, dance, cabaret, film, and music throughout the month, inspired by Russian composer Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov.
Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson, 845.758.7900; www.bard.edu
Aug. 3–5: 30th Annual Falcon Ridge Folk Festival
Music, dance, food, and crafts highlight this celebration. More than 20 performers will play including Annie Wenz, The Kennedys, The End of America, Dan Navarro, and more.
Dodds Farm, Hillsdale, 860.364.2138; www.falconridgefolk.com
Aug. 4: In the Good Old Summertime
Knox’s Headquarters celebrates 100 years with Edwardian games (tennis & croquet), tours, and a lecture of the Jane Colden plant sanctuary and the Ellison House.
Knox’s Headquarters Historic Site, Vails Gate, 845.561.5498; www.parks.ny.gov/historic-sites
Aug. 4: Jazz at the Grill
Bring a lawn chair to enjoy this outdoor jazz concert series while feasting on cuisine prepared by the local eatery Slammin’ Salmon.
Millbrook Vineyards, Millbrook, 845.677.8383; www.millbrookwine.com
Aug. 4: 10th Annual Summer Festival
The town of Wassaic comes alive with music, dance, art, and all-around fun for everyone at this free annual event.
The Wassaic Project, Wassaic, 855.927.7242; www.wassaicproject.org
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Aug. 5: Mustang Club Car Show
If you revel in the beauty of Mustangs (the four-wheeled kind), this car show has a lot to admire.
Museum Village, Monroe, 845.782.8248; www.museumvillage.org
Aug. 11: 11th Annual Sangria Fest
A lively celebration featuring fresh-made sangrias, authentic Mexican cuisine, henna tattoos, tarot card readings, and live music throughout the day.
Hudson-Chatham Winery, Ghent, 518.392.9463; www.hudsonchathamwinery.com
Aug. 24–26: Summer Hoot
A down-home, multi-generational celebration of live roots music on two outdoor stages with plenty of local foods and crafts for a full weekend.
Ashokan Center, Olivebridge, 845.657.8333; www.ashokancenter.org
Aug. 25: Grape Jam Music Festival
Featuring the music Hurley Mountain Highway and the Fred Zeplin band along with vendors, bounce house and wagon rides for children, raffles, beer, wine, food, and more.
Palaia Vineyards, Highland Mills, 845.928.5384; www.palaiavineyards.com
Aug. 25–26: Olana Summer Market
More than 25 workshops, craft vendors, and delicious eateries will adorn the lavish landscape for an afternoon of picnics, shopping, and fresh air.
Olana State Historic Site, Hudson, 518.828.0135; www.olana.org
Family-Friendly
Every Saturday and Sunday: Meet the Animals
Kids will love to view rabbits, turtles, frogs, toads, salamanders, snakes, fish, owls, and the crowd favorite — Edgar, the resident crow — up close.
Hudson Highlands Nature Museum, Wildlife Education Center, Cornwall-on-Hudson, 845.534.7781; www.hhnaturemuseum.org
Aug. 10: Just for Fun: Bill Shannon
This unique performance is based on creative movement and dance, integrating skateboarding, physical comedy, and storytelling to inspire children to find their own personal moves.
PS 21, Chatham, 518.392.6121; www.ps21chatham.org
Aug. 11: Magic by Monaco
Frank Monaco returns with his fast-paced and entertaining magic and comedy show with live animals and boat-loads of fun.
Center for the Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, Rhinebeck, 845.876.3080; www.centerforperformingarts.org
Aug. 15: Junior Naturalists: Birds
Children can learn all about birds as they play interactive games, make a crafty bird mask, touch real feathers, and take a walk on the picturesque trails in search of birds. Must pre-register.
Minnewaska State Park, New Paltz, 845.255.0752; www.parks.ny.gov
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Aug. 18: Sesame Street Live! C is for Celebration
Sing and dance along with Elmo. Marvel at Abby’s magical moments. Shake it up with Cookie Monster. Be amazed as Super Grover flies. And move to the music with Rosita.
Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, Bethel, 866.781.2922; www.bethelwoodscenter.org
Aug. 18: Il Commedianti with Teatrino Giullare
An international puppet production by acclaimed Italian artists Giulia Dall’Ongaro and Enrico Deotti, two actors that bring to life surreal characters in the Italian theatrical tradition of Commedia dell’Arte mixing comedy, music, and puppetry.
Center for the Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, Rhinebeck, 845.876.3080; www.centerforperformingarts.org
Aug. 25–26: Dr. Dolittle by Kids on Stage
The classic tale of a wacky and kind doctor who can talk to animals, taking the audience on a journey from the small English village of Puddleby-on-the-Marsh to the far corners of the world.
Center for the Performing Arts at Rhinebeck, Rhinebeck, 845.876.3080; www.centerforperformingarts.org
Comedy
Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30: Comedy Night
Local comedic talent every Thursday night that will give you a chuckle or two for a memorable evening out with friends.
Bear Mountain Inn, Bear Mountain, 845.786.2731; www.visitbearmountain.com
Aug. 9: Jess Hilarious
She’s opened for Martin Lawrence and Rickey Smiley, but this comedian is best known for her appearances on MTV’s Wild N’ Out.
Nyack Levity Live, West Nyack, 845.353.5400; www.nyack.levitylive.com
Aug. 25: Paul Bond, Gene Trifilo & Anthony Zenhauser
Three funny men with a sharp wit and a caustic tongue to match, they have appeared on numerous TV shows; now they’re coming to the Hudson Valley to tickle your funny bone.
Laugh It Up! Comedy Club inside Mahoney’s Irish Pub, Poughkeepsie, 845.418.3989; www.laughitup.net
Workshops
Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30: Business 101 for Artists and Makers
This five-week class for artists, crafters, photographers, designers, and creators of all types will teach you how to market your creations online and will get you started with practical advice, money-saving tips, and personal guidance.
Arts Mid-Hudson, Poughkeepsie, 845.454.3222; www.artsmidhudson.org
Aug. 16: Kitchen Class: Dehydrating/Food Preservation
Join established local cook, Janie Greenwald, in a fun culinary class learning how to dehydrate food for a scrumptious dinner.
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County, Kingston, 845.340.3990, ext. 326; www.ulster.cce.cornell.edu/events
