News Summary
Boston is gearing up for a vibrant series of music and arts events in June. Highlights include concerts by renowned artists, theatrical performances, and captivating art exhibitions. Notable events feature the SAVAK concert, Natalia Lafourcade’s Cancionera Tour, the Maynard Jazz Fest, and multiple dance and comedy shows. With such a diverse cultural calendar, there’s something for everyone to enjoy throughout the month.
Boston is set to host a vibrant array of music and arts events throughout June 2023, offering residents and visitors an opportunity to experience diverse cultural performances. Notable events include concerts by popular artists, theatrical performances, and art exhibitions that are certain to appeal to many interests.
Concerts to Look Forward To
The SAVAK “SQUAWK!” concert showcases punchy tracks and meditative pieces on June 21 at O’Brien’s Pub at 7 p.m. Known for songs like “Casual Cruelty,” the band promises a dynamic performance. For those who appreciate Latin music, Natalia Lafourcade’s Cancionera Tour on June 21 and 22 at 8 p.m. at the Shubert Theatre celebrates the Golden Age of Mexican cinema with an 18-piece ensemble.
On June 23 and 24, Fenway Park welcomes Gigi Perez and modern Irish folk act Amble for a concert with a 6:30 p.m. start time. Following that, Blue Cactus will perform at The Burren in Somerville on June 25 at 7 p.m., bringing their unique blend of modern cosmic country music as they promote their new album “Believer.”
Another interesting act, Firefall, described as a mellow country-rock group, is set to perform at TCAN in Natick on June 26 at 8 p.m. Tickets for this concert are still available. That same evening, Barbara Zamora and Juan Ruiz will enchant audiences with a night of boleros at The Lilypad in Cambridge, also starting at 8 p.m., with tickets priced at $35.
Jazz and Folk Festivals
The 4th Annual Maynard Jazz Fest is free and open to the public on June 21 from 12:30 to 5 p.m. at Memorial Park, featuring multiple jazz artists including Tucker Antell. Diane Blue and special guest Laura Chavez will be performing at Chan’s Fine Oriental Dining in Woonsocket, R.I. the same day starting at 8 p.m. with tickets ranging from $20 to $25.
On June 26, the Rhythm Future Quartet will feature special guest Evan Arntzen at Regattabar in Cambridge starting at 7:30 p.m., with ticket prices ranging from $30.15 to $41.79.
Theatrical Productions
June 20 will see Ulysses Kay’s opera, Frederick Douglass, performed in full for the first time since 1991 at NEC’s Jordan Hall at 7:30 p.m. The Rockport Chamber Music Festival runs from June 20 to 22 at the Shalin Liu Performance Center, emphasizing cello performances with various quartets, and will also feature performances from the Society for Historically Informed Performance on June 24 to 26 across numerous Boston locations.
In the realm of drama, “Our Class Play,” running until June 23, will host an additional performance on June 22 at the Wimberly Theatre in the Calderwood Pavilion. Additionally, “Hello, Dolly!” will run until June 22 at the Lyric Stage Company, while “Blues for an Alabama Sky” will continue until June 29 at the Trinity Repertory Company in Providence.
Dance and Arts Exhibitions
The Asian American Ballet Project presents “Receding and Reemerging” on June 21-22 at Arrow Street Arts in Cambridge, with ticket prices ranging from $15 to $35. There is also a special dance performance by the Boston Dance Theater on June 26 at The Barn at Castle Hill in Ipswich, discussing environmental issues through movement, with tickets priced at $25.
Art enthusiasts will enjoy the Ann Craven exhibition, “Painted Time (2020-24),” running through January 4 at the Farnsworth Art Museum. Additionally, the Harvard Art Museums present “Edvard Munch: Technically Speaking” until July 27, while the Institute of Contemporary Art features the “Christian Marclay: Doors” exhibition until September 1.
Comedy Shows and Festivals
For those looking for laughter, Drew Dunn performs at Laugh Boston on June 20 and 21, with ticket prices at $40.46. Multiple comedy shows from Liz Glazer at Goofs Comedy Club are scheduled for June 20-22, ranging from $25 to $65. The Big Gay Variety Extravaganza will also entertain crowds on June 20 at Off Cabot Comedy and Events, priced at $33.
Community cultural events include the Harvard Square Bookish Ball on June 21 and Arlington Porchfest the same day, featuring over 300 music performances throughout the town with free admission. The Boston Pizza Festival, taking place on June 21-22 at City Hall Plaza, is another affordable option with a $10 entry that provides two pizza slice tickets.
With such an extensive and diverse schedule of events, the Boston area offers something for everyone this June, allowing attendees to immerse themselves in a lively cultural landscape.
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Additional Resources
- SAVAK Empathy Article
- Boston Globe: Arts Events
- Wikipedia: Boston
- Google Search: Boston June 2023 events
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Boston
