MONADNOCK REGION, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) Looking for something to do this weekend? Whether you’re in the mood for live jazz, a Tony Award-winning musical, or a dinner that doubles as a cultural experience, there’s no shortage of entertainment from Keene to Brattleboro. Here’s a day-by-day guide to what’s happening.
Friday, April 11
George Robinson Trio and Youth Jazz Jam
6–8 p.m. at Birdies, 18 Main St., Keene
Kick off your weekend with smooth jazz from the George Robinson Trio, performing from 6 to 7 p.m. After that, young musicians are invited to join in for an open jam session from 7 to 8 p.m. No ticket purchase is required for jam participants.
More info: birdieskeene.com
Eve Pierce in Concert
6 p.m. at The Park Theatre, 19 Main St., Jaffrey
Peterborough singer-songwriter Eve Pierce brings her soulful vocals and Celtic rock flair to the stage. Pierce is also the lead singer of Waking Finnegan and released her first solo album, Save the Bell Tower, in 2021.
More info: theparktheatre.org | evepierce.com
A Taste of Abyssinia: Ethiopian & Eritrean Cuisine + Film Screening
7–9:15 p.m. at Epsilon Spires, 190 Main St., Brattleboro, Vt.
Enjoy a James Beard semifinalist-curated dinner and a screening of MEANWHILE with traditional Ethiopian and Eritrean dishes like injera and Doro wat. Tickets ($85) include beverages such as Tej, a honey wine.
More info: epsilonspires.org
Hiroya Tsukamoto with James Parison
7–10 p.m. at Brewbakers, Keene
Guitarist Hiroya Tsukamoto brings his fusion of fingerstyle guitar and storytelling to Brewbakers alongside New England musician James Parison. Doors open at 7 p.m.; music begins around 7:30 p.m. Seating is first come, first served.
More info: brew-bakers.com
Brooks Williams in Concert
7 p.m. at Monadnock Center, 19 Grove St., Peterborough
A top 100 acoustic guitarist, Brooks Williams blends blues, folk, and Americana into a sound all his own. Tickets are $25.
More info: pfmsconcerts.org
Matilda the Musical
7:30–9:30 p.m. at Bellows Falls Opera House, 7 Square, Bellows Falls, Vt.
The Wild Goose Players bring Roald Dahl’s beloved Matilda to life in this Tony Award-winning musical. Additional showtimes run through the weekend. Tickets range from $15 to $40.
More info: bellowsfallsoperahouse.com
An Evening of Masterful Piano Trios: Beethoven & Shostakovich
7:30 p.m. at Stonewall Farm, 242 Chesterfield Rd., Keene
Enjoy a night of classical music with piano trios from Beethoven and Shostakovich. Tickets range from $10 to $30; youth under 18 are free.
More info: stonewallfarm.org
Dueling Pianos – Best of Boston
8 p.m. at SHOWROOM, 20 Commercial St., Keene
Sing along to your favorite hits with a high-energy dueling piano show. All-request performances ensure each show is unique. Tickets are $30.
More info: showroomkeene.com
Saturday, April 12
Children’s Easter Program & Egg Hunt
10–11 a.m. at First Congregational Church of Swanzey, 679 Old Homestead Hwy, Swanzey
Kids in 5th grade and younger are invited for a free Easter program and egg hunt. Bring your own basket! Donations are welcome.
More info: fccswanzey.org
Comedian Bob Marley
5 p.m. and 8 p.m. at The Colonial Theatre, 95 Main St., Keene
Known for his clean, fast-paced humor, Bob Marley brings his stand-up routine to The Colonial for two shows. Tickets are $39.50.
More info: thecolonial.org
Being Petty: Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers Experience
7:30 p.m. at The Park Theatre, 19 Main St., Jaffrey
This tribute band offers an authentic Tom Petty concert experience with multimedia and classic hits.
More info: theparktheatre.org
Live at Harlow’s: Cross-Border Bards
8–10 p.m. at Harlow’s Pub, 3 School St., Peterborough
Catch this free 21+ show featuring acoustic rock, folk, and Americana performed by Eric Pohl and Gary Schnakenberg.
More info: harlowspub.com
Sunday, April 13
The Many Disguises of Robin Hood
2–3 p.m. at MoCo Arts, 40 Roxbury St., Keene
Watch the clever outlaw Robin Hood outwit villains in this family-friendly performance filled with disguises and adventure.
More info: keeneparks.com