We’re shutting down the street and turning the cul-de-sac into a full-blown pop-up skate park. Grip tape, concrete, and cold beer collide for one loud, loose night at Smartmouth. Catch live sets from Tomi, Baby Oil, and Chef Dro while skaters shred the pavement just steps from the taps. Bring your crew, grab a pint, and get ready to roll. Ticketed event. All ages. All are welcome.
The Hurrah Players and Clear Vision Edutainment are teaming up to reboot the stage-play “Path to Freedom.” An original stage-play written by Corey Staten, and directed by Carla Turner, “Path to Freedom” traces the evolution of African-American culture from medieval West Africa, through slavery in America, into the Post Reconstruction era, all the way to the inauguration of President Barack Obama. Travel through time with historical figures such as Mansa Musa of 14th Century Mali, Anthony and Isabella Tucker part of the first Africans to arrive in Virginia in 1619, Moses Grandy and William Carney of the Antebellum and Civil War eras, Investment Banker Maggie Walker, ODU professor and civil rights activist Dr. Jerry Carr, television producer and creator of Soul Train, Don Cornelius, as history comes to life through beautiful and poignant African-American music, dance and storytelling.
The Hurrah Players and Clear Vision Edutainment are teaming up to reboot the stage-play “Path to Freedom.” An original stage-play written by Corey Staten, and directed by Carla Turner, “Path to Freedom” traces the evolution of African-American culture from medieval West Africa, through slavery in America, into the Post Reconstruction era, all the way to the inauguration of President Barack Obama. Travel through time with historical figures such as Mansa Musa of 14th Century Mali, Anthony and Isabella Tucker part of the first Africans to arrive in Virginia in 1619, Moses Grandy and William Carney of the Antebellum and Civil War eras, Investment Banker Maggie Walker, ODU professor and civil rights activist Dr. Jerry Carr, television producer and creator of Soul Train, Don Cornelius, as history comes to life through beautiful and poignant African-American music, dance and storytelling.
Handmade functional & decorative ceramic pieces for sale in d’Art’s Main Gallery
Guests of all ages are invited to explore the Hermitage Museum & Gardens and participate in a delightful variety of indoor and outdoor activities designed to celebrate the spirit of the season!
EVENT SCHEDULE
11AM – 2PM: Holiday Photo Sessions
12PM: Holiday Tunes with Itinerant Band
12:30PM: Winter Garden Tour
1PM: Caroling with the Music Makers
1:30PM: Merry Mutts Holiday Walk
ONGOING ACTIVITIES
Mini Gift Market & Gift Wrapping
Donation Drive
Hermitage Holiday Highlights
Art Making for Kids + Adults
Food & Drink
Members’ Dessert Corner
One of the most influential British bands, Echo & The Bunnymen, are heading out on a major nationwide tour for 2026. ‘The Very Best of Echo & The Bunnymen 1978-2026’ will celebrate the songs that have brought the group twenty top 20 hits and nine top 20 albums spanning across their legendary career.
Pioneers of post-punk, Echo & The Bunnymen have been a major influence for many iconic groups such as, Coldplay, The Killers, Garbage, The Flaming Lips, Hole and many more with their seminal albums ‘Crocodiles’, ‘Heaven Up Here’, ‘Porcupine’ and ‘Ocean Rain’.
Their later albums ‘Evergreen’, ‘What Are You Going to Do with Your Life?’ and Flowers, ‘Siberia, The Fountain & Meteorites’ continue to demonstrate the truly exceptional body of work the band have created. Their last studio album ‘The Stars & The Oceans & The Moon’ was released in Autumn 2018 with Q Magazine calling it ‘Magical’. Now, this tour celebrates it all at its very best!
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Friday March 27, 2026
Doors: 7PM, Show: 8PM
All Ages
Dropkick Murphys proudly remain Boston’s rock ‘n’ roll underdogs turned champions. Since 1996, the boys have created the kind of music that’s meant to be chanted at last call, in packed arenas, and during the fourth quarter, third period, or ninth inning of a comeback rally. Their celebrated discography includes four consecutive Billboard top 10 album debuts (2021’s Turn Up That Dial, 11 Short Stories Of Pain & Glory, Signed and Sealed in Blood, Going Out In Style), along with 2005’s gold-selling The Warrior’s Code featuring the near double platinum classic “I’m Shipping Up To Boston.” Whether you caught a legendary gig at The Rathskeller (The Rat) under Kenmore Square, found the band by taking the T to Newbury Comics to cop Do Or Die in ’98, discovered them in Martin Scorsese’s Academy Awardwinning The Departed, or saw ‘em throw down at Coachella (or one of hundreds of other festivals), you’ve become a part of their extended family. Dropkick Murphys’ music has generated half-a-billion streams, they’ve quietly moved 8 million-plus units worldwide and the band has sold out gigs on multiple continents. In 2020, the band was one of the first to embrace streaming performances, starting with their Streaming Up From Boston St. Patrick’s Day virtual performance. It was followed by last year’s landmark Streaming Outta Fenway livestream, which drew more than 5.9 million viewers and held the #3 spot on Pollstar’s “Top 2020 Livestreams” chart. Dropkick Murphys St. Patrick’s Day Stream 2021…Still Locked Down, was #1 on Pollstar’s Livestream chart for the week ending March 22, 2021, logging over 1 million views. Dropkick Murphys return September 30 with their first-ever all-acoustic album, This Machine Still Kills Fascists (Dummy Luck Music / [PIAS]), followed by their first-ever seated theater tour kicking off in late October. This Machine Still Kills Fascists breathes musical life into mostly unpublished lyrics by the legendary Woody Guthrie, curated for the band by Woody’s daughter Nora Guthrie.
For over a decade, Rumours ATL has proven to be the most authentic live recreation of Fleetwood Mac’s golden era.
With a reverence for the legendary group’s rich history, Rumours ATL masterfully captures the magic of Fleetwood Mac’s iconic sound. From the hauntingly beautiful melodies of “Rhiannon” and “Songbird” to the electrifying energy of “Go Your Own Way,” every performance is a journey through the timeless classics that defined a generation and continues to influence pop and rock music today.
Each member of Rumours ATL brings a unique touch to their role, immersing themselves in the essence of their iconic counterparts. Their attention to musical detail ensures that every show resonates with the essence of Fleetwood Mac’s original spirit. Yet, beyond the impeccable recreations, there is an enigmatic quality to their performances that keeps audiences guessing and longing for more.
The band’s allure lies not just in their exceptional musicianship, but in their ability to evoke the mystical charm of Fleetwood Mac. They weave an experience that transcends mere imitation, offering a glimpse into the soul of the legendary band’s performances. Their intricate harmonies and evocative stage presence creates an atmosphere where each concert feels both familiar yet enchantingly new.
Rumours ATL invites you to step into a world where the legend of Fleetwood Mac comes alive once more. With a blend of nostalgia and intrigue, their shows promise a unique adventure that longtime fans and newcomers alike will cherish.
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“Rumours ATL is a pleasure to work with and extremely dedicated to bringing a Fleetwood Mac experience to our audiences at every show. Which they sell out each time.” Peter Moshay, Grammy Winner and sound engineer for Daryl Hall and John Oates, Live from Daryl’s House
“We love having Rumours ATL play our venue. They’re always so fun and get along with the staff great! They also sell a lot of tickets and their shows are awesome.” Jason Westbrook, Production Manager Iron City, Birmingham Alabama
“We love having Rumours ATL and I love lighting their shows. They always make it magical.” Farrell Roberts, Variety Playhouse Atlanta GA
Peaches has partnered with PLUS1 so that $1 from every ticket sold goes to support the Trans Justice Funding Project and their work funding trans-led grassroots organizations in the US and US Territories who exist to serve and improve the lives of their local and national trans, gender non-conforming and non-binary communities.
Iconic musician, producer, director, and performance artist, Peaches first catapulted to stardom with her 2000 debut, The Teaches of Peaches, which introduced the world to her sexually transgressive, fiercely assertive, and utterly captivating persona. Since then, Peaches has released four more trailblazing albums, won the prestigious Polaris Heritage Prize, collaborated with everyone from Iggy Pop and Daft Punk to Christina Aguilera and Yoko Ono, landed songs in cultural watermarks like Lost in Translation and The Handmaid’s Tale, and seen her work studied at universities around the world.
In addition to her musical output, Peaches has directed over 20 videos, co-curated a photo book of her life, created a host of immersive installations and performative works, and penned the electro-rock opera Peaches Does Herself, which was adapted into a film shown at over 70 festivals. The subject of two acclaimed documentaries, Peaches has also played the title role in Monteverdi’s L’Orfeo and Brecht’s The Seven Deadly Sins and continues to perform her widely lauded one-woman show, Peaches Christ Superstar.
Peaches’ first album in 10+ years entitled No Lube So Rude is set for release in 2026. Peaches says of the new music “When the world is friction, lube isn’t a luxury. It’s a necessity. It’s how you turn that friction into pleasure, into power, into pride. I want people to understand that they can still have a voice no matter who they are or what the world says about them. Now more than ever, there are so many forces that just want you to give up and be quiet. If this album can help you resist that, then that’s what it’s for.”
