Fairfield Theatre Company Weekly Round-up: 10 shows announced, including The Fab Faux
Fairfield Theatre Company announced The Kingston Trio, Grahame Lesh and Friends, The Lone Bellow, Suzy Bogguss, Louden Swain, Greg Hawkes with Eddie Japan, Mikaela Davis, Early Elton Trio, and The Fab Faux. Tickets are on sale now at manicpresents.com
The Kingston Trio
Fairfield Theatre Company • 70 Sanford St, Fairfield, CT 06824
May 1, 2026
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The Kingston Trio
The Kingston Trio is the legendary American folk and pop music band that emerged from San Francisco’s North Beach club scene in 1957.
With their unique sound and rich tradition of American folk music, the Trio quickly rose to fame during the late ‘50s and early ‘60s, influencing the musical tastes of a generation during a pivotal moment in our country’s history. Their unprecedented record sales and worldwide fame cemented their status as one of the most influential bands in music history.
Today, The Kingston Trio continues to inspire and entertain audiences with their timeless music and captivating performances.
Grahame Lesh and Friends
Fairfield Theatre Company • 70 Sanford St, Fairfield, CT 06824
May 10, 2026
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Grahame Lesh and Friends
Based in the musical hotbed of Marin County, California, Grahame Lesh is a guitar player and singer-songwriter for Midnight North, Phil Lesh & Friends, & the Terrapin Family Band. A mainstay in the scene that flowered from Terrapin Crossroads in San Rafael, Grahame has joined such luminaries as The Mother Hips, Twiddle, Amy Helm, The North Mississippi All Stars, Neal Casal, Jackie Greene, Eric Krasno, ALO, and many more in singing, playing, and interpreting the American songbook.
As a founder and co-frontperson (with Elliott Peck) for Midnight North, Grahame has played hundreds of concerts around the country and released 5 studio albums, 3 live albums, and two digital EPs of original music since the band’s inception in 2012. In the Fall of 2023 the band released their 5th studio album “Diamonds in the Zodiac”, which was produced by Amy Helm and features contributions from Phil Lesh and many other luminaries. The title “Diamonds in the Zodiac” comes from the unearthed Robert Hunter lyrics for “Jupiter,” the epic centerpiece of the album that Grahame wrote the music for.
Grahame Lesh & Friends, or “GLAF”, has grown naturally into another outlet for interpreting the music he has been surrounded by. GLAF takes immense pleasure in reviving forgotten and unfinished Grateful Dead songs, working out alternate versions of Grahame’s Midnight North compositions, fleshing out songs written by Grahame’s brother Brian, and finding the fun covers that tie them all together.
Grahame’s Friends are a powerhouse group in their own right, featuring Adam Minkoff (Amy Helm, Graham Nash, Dweezil Zappa, & more) on bass, Damian Calcagne (Yarn, Swampadelica, Railroad Earth) on keyboards, Justin Mazer (Daniel Rodriguez, American Babies, Ryan Montbleau) on guitar, and Nathan Graham (Midnight North, Phil Lesh & Friends, John K Band) on drums. The members of GLAF have performed together in many configurations, but love coming together as a 5-piece in the studio or on-stage.
As a member of Phil Lesh’s Terrapin Family Band and Phil Lesh & Friends, Grahame has traveled the world, performing Phil’s updated version of the Grateful Dead’s sound everywhere from the famed Fuji Rock Festival in Japan to London to Newport Folk Fest to New York city. Phil Lesh & Friends and the TFB have welcomed guests like Sheryl Crow, Benmont Tench, John Scofield, Rick Mitarotonda, Nicki Bluhm, Dawes, Warren Haynes, Eric Krasno, Bob Weir, and many more onstage as they performed at venues and festivals around the world.
Always focused on the song and the groove, whether it be his or another’s, Grahame’s music stays rooted in the present while touching on all aspects of rock, folk, blues, soul, and more.”
The Lone Bellow
Fairfield Theatre Company • 70 Sanford St, Fairfield, CT 06824
May 12, 2026
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The Lone Bellow
The Lone Bellow’s upcoming sixth album, “What A Time To Be Alive” captures the band’s signature harmonies and heartfelt storytelling while boldly stepping into new sonic territory with their full touring ensemble.
With their upcoming sixth studio album, “What A Time To Be Alive” , The Lone Bellow embarks on a bold new chapter while honoring the deep bonds that have defined their journey. Written collaboratively for the first time with their full touring band—founding members Zach Williams, Brian Elmquist, and Kanene Pipkin joined by drummer Julian Dorio and multi-instrumentalist Tyler Geertsma—the album channels the raw, ecstatic energy of the band’s live show into a dynamic collection of songs that pulse with warmth, honesty, and human connection.
Recorded live in Muscle Shoals, AL, after a writing retreat in a converted Kentucky firehouse, the album is both a celebration and a reckoning: of friendship, loss, love, and resilience. From the gritty, Stones-tinged opener “After The Rain” to the soul-stirring closer “What A Time To Be Alive,” the record captures the joy and vulnerability that have long defined The Lone Bellow’s sound—lush harmonies, heartfelt lyrics, and genre-blurring arrangements steeped in folk, rock, and gospel.
The album’s creation was marked by setbacks, including the theft of early recordings, but the outpouring of support from their fanbase reaffirmed what the band has always known: their music is a shared experience. That spirit echoes throughout the album, whether in anthems like “Common Folk” and “I’m Here For You,” or in intimate reflections like “You Were Leaving” and “Night Goes Black.”
Since their acclaimed 2013 debut, The Lone Bellow has appeared on The Tonight Show, Austin City Limits, and The Late Show, topped Americana charts, and headlined storied venues from Carnegie Hall to the Ryman Auditorium. But with their next album, they reaffirm their commitment not just to making music, but to building community—on stage, in song, and around the table.
Suzy Bogguss
Fairfield Theatre Company • 70 Sanford St, Fairfield, CT 06824
May 25, 2026
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Suzy Bogguss
90s country gold with a restless, roots-driven spirit that’s never stood still. Suzy Bogguss rose to prominence during country music’s explosive 90s era, selling over four million records and delivering radio staples like “Outbound Plane,” “Someday Soon,” “Drive South,” and “Hey Cinderella.” But stopping there misses the bigger story.
At the height of her commercial success, Bogguss pivoted — recording duets with Chet Atkins, exploring modern swing with Ray Benson of Asleep At The Wheel, and even landing in the Top 5 on the jazz charts with a collection of original songs. Her deep folk roots earned her a Grammy for Beautiful Dreamer: The Songs of Stephen Foster and led to her acclaimed American Folk Songbookproject.
From interpreting Merle Haggard on Lucky to writing her own Americana statements like Prayin’ For Sunshine, Bogguss has built a career defined by curiosity, craft, and unmistakable crystal-clear vocals.
Yes, she’s a country hitmaker. But that’s just the beginning.
Louden Swain
Fairfield Theatre Company • 70 Sanford St, Fairfield, CT 06824
June 11, 2026
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Louden Swain
Heart-on-sleeve rock & roll built on brotherhood, resilience, and 25 years of shared history.
When Louden Swain began work on their tenth studio album, Feelings and Such, life looked different for all four members. Divorce, loss, the pandemic — everything shifted. What didn’t change was the bond between them. “We’re like brothers,” says frontman Rob Benedict. That creative loyalty is the engine behind a record that feels alive, immediate, and hard-won.
Blending rock & roll swagger with melodic jangle, Feelings and Suchcaptures a band rediscovering the joy of playing together after months of isolation. Recorded largely in the same room over an inspired weekend, the album crackles with real-time energy — from groove-driven jams to roadhouse riffs to anthems about pushing through darkness and finding something hopeful on the other side.
Formed in Los Angeles in 1997, Louden Swain have built a fiercely independent career, sharing songwriting duties and growing an international following along the way. Benedict’s parallel career as an actor — including his role on Supernatural — expanded their audience, with the band eventually becoming the house band at conventions across the country. Whether playing to thousands at a convention or in an intimate club, the connection runs deep.
Now a quarter-century in, Louden Swain sound both seasoned and renewed. Feelings and Such is a testament to endurance, friendship, and the belief that even in uncertain times, rock & roll can still feel like salvation.
Greg Hawkes with Eddie Japan
Fairfield Theatre Company • 70 Sanford St, Fairfield, CT 06824
June 19, 2026
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Greg Hawkes with Eddie Japan
As the keyboardist for the legendary Boston band and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame members, The Cars, Greg Hawkes forged the sound of rock’s New Wave. Pioneering and pushing the limits of technology and sequencing in the late ’70s and through the ’80s, Greg cemented the synthesizer’s place in rock and pop music, and his contribution has influenced countless artists since. Along with achieving Rock & Roll Hall of Fame status and massive commercial success with The Cars, Greg has been a sought-after session and touring musician, and has worked with the likes of Paul McCartney, Todd Rundgren, and The Turtles.
In 2016, Greg collaborated with the acclaimed Boston band Eddie Japan to produce their 2017 album Golden Age. This eventually led to Greg and the band joining forces to create a night of music by The Cars featuring a set list curated by Greg. Since 2019, Greg Hawkes with Eddie Japan Performing the Music of The Cars has been thrilling audiences across the Northeast with an energetic show that includes hits and deeper cuts from The Cars songbook, along with special selections relating to Greg’s amazing musical career.
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Mikaela Davis
Fairfield Theatre Company • 70 Sanford St, Fairfield, CT 06824
July 16, 2026
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Mikaela Davis
Canyon-country mysticism, Laurel Canyon warmth, and harp-driven songwriting that feels both timeless and otherworldly.
With Graceland Way, Mikaela Davis steps into her most expansive vision yet. Written and recorded in a hillside home in Los Angeles County, the album captures a period of deep creative immersion — a space where time slowed and instinct led the way. The result is a “canyon country” epic that threads a neo-western sensibility through the lineage of Laurel Canyon, the mythos of Elvis’s Graceland, and Paul Simon’s spirit of reinvention.
At the heart of the record is Davis’ luminous harp, an instrument she has long pushed beyond traditional boundaries. Here, it shimmers, glides, and grounds each song, weaving through pedal steel, layered harmonies, and cinematic arrangements. Co-written and co-produced with guitarist John Lee Shannon and longtime collaborator Dan Horne, Graceland Way unfolds like a journey — following an unnamed antihero through love, disillusionment, mysticism, and self-discovery.
Live, Davis translates that emotional arc with warmth and quiet intensity. Her voice carries a glowing clarity; her harp adds both weight and wonder. The songs balance light and shadow, grace and struggle — always searching for the beauty that exists where the two meet.
This is folk music with a cosmic edge, intimate yet widescreen. A place you arrive at and realize you were meant to find all along.
Early Elton Trio
Fairfield Theatre Company • 70 Sanford St, Fairfield, CT 06824
August 15, 2026
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Early Elton Trio
Early Elton Trio is a Tribute to the Elton John, Dee Murray and Nigel Olsson trio tours of 1970 – 1972 featuring Jeff Kazee of Southside Johnny And The Asbury Jukes (piano, vocals), Rich Pagano of The Fab Faux (drums and vocals) and John Conte of Southside Johnny And The Asbury Jukes (bass and vocals). Since its inception, the Early Elton Trio show is playing to capacity audiences in the New York, New Jersey and Connecticut tri-state area. As the story goes, Elton’s label didn’t have the funds to send him out to tour the US with a full band yet Elton needed to promote his imminent releases. Having decided on Dee and Nigel, Elton then rearranged the songs and vocals to fit within the limitations of his new lineup. Suddenly, a new sound emerged that was both raw and poignant. While Jeff, John and Rich have painstakingly scoured the net for rare video, bootleg recordings and even Elton’s own home demos in shaping their collective vision of Elton’s Trio Period, they blur the line slightly between replication and innovation — while still capturing and utilizing the spirit, mood and energy from those early tours. The Gospel/Funk of “Take Me To The Pilot”, the soulful storytelling of “Levon” and “Amoreena”, the epic-sounding “Indian Sunset” and “Burn Down The Mission”, the countrified “Country Comfort” and the grand scale of “Madman Across The Water” are just a few of the fantastic chapters that make up the Early Elton songbook. The band has also been known to perform Tumbleweed Connection, Madman Across The Water and the live concert, 11 – 17 – 70 in their entireties. Early Elton Trio is dedicated to continuing the spirit of this period-arguably, his finest in terms of material, production and performance.
The Fab Faux
Fairfield Theatre Company • 70 Sanford St, Fairfield, CT 06824
October 2, 2026
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The Fab Faux
Night One with The Fab Faux features A Hard Day’s Nightperformed in its entirety — followed by a full set of Beatles greatest hits. The Fab Faux recreate the music of The Beatles with stunning musicianship and reverence for the original recordings. No costumes, no impersonations — just note-for-note detail and deep cuts alongside iconic classics. For fans who want to truly hear the songs as they were meant to be played live.
The Fab Faux
Fairfield Theatre Company • 70 Sanford St, Fairfield, CT 06824
October 3, 2026
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The Fab Faux
With a commitment to the accurate reproduction of The Beatles’ repertoire, The Fab Faux, featuring Jimmy Vivino, Rich Pagano, Frank Agnello, Jack Petruzzelli and new member, Jim Boggia treat the seminal music with unwavering respect and are known for their painstaking recreations of the songs (with emphasis on the later works never performed live by the Beatles). Far beyond a cover band, they play the music of The Beatles so impeccably that one must experience it to believe it. Imagine hearing complex material like Strawberry Fields Forever or I Am the Walrus performed in complete part-perfect renditions; or such harmony-driven songs as Because, Nowhere Man and Paperback Writer. Add to that an injection of each band member’s musical personality and playing style making your classic rock record collection come alive before you. For over 25 years, loyal audiences have been returning to see and hear just how The Fab Faux will solve a new song addition to the set list (Beatles and Solo Years selections) while either singing along to Hey Jude (with The Hogshead Horns and The Creme Tangerine Strings), closing their eyes and immersing themselves in the sonic landscape of Within You Without You (Jimmy V on sitar) or dancing in the aisles when the band channels the Cavern Club era.
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