Fairfield Theatre Company Weekly Round-up: 7 shows announced, including Livingston Taylor

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Fairfield Theatre Company announced Eric Anderson & Jon Pousette-Dart, Graham Parker, Andrew Duhon, Drayton Farley, Devon Allman’s Blue Summit, Livingston Taylor and Roomful of Blues. Tickets are on sale now via manicpresents.com

Eric Anderson & Jon Pousette-Dart
Fairfield Theatre Company • 70 Sanford St, Fairfield, CT 06824
May 2, 2026
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Eric Anderson & Jon Pousette-Dart

Greenwich Village poetry. Six decades of song. Still writing new chapters.

Eric Andersen, a cornerstone of the 1960s Village folk explosion, returns with Dance of Love and Death — his first full studio album of new original songs in over 20 years. Over an extraordinary career spanning more than 30 albums, Andersen has written classics covered by Bob Dylan, Judy Collins, Linda Ronstadt, and Peter, Paul & Mary, and co-written with Lou Reed, Townes Van Zandt, Rick Danko, and Bob Weir.

Joined by guitarist Steve Addabbo, Andersen will perform selections from the new record alongside songs from across his remarkable catalog. A singer and songwriter of rare depth and elegance, he remains what The New York Times called “a singer and songwriter of the first rank” — an American master still evolving.

Jon Pousette-Dart first rose to prominence in the 1970s with the Pousette-Dart Band, whose radio favorites like “Amnesia,” “County Line,” and “Fall on Me” became touchstones of the era’s roots-driven singer-songwriter sound. A longtime favorite of East Coast audiences, his music has always blended thoughtful songwriting with a spirit of musical exploration.

Drawing from the traditions of contemporary folk, Americana, country, and R&B, Pousette-Dart’s songs combine rich storytelling, acoustic warmth, and soaring melodies that feel both reflective and uplifting. More than four decades into his career, his work remains as inspired as ever — grounded in the roots that first defined his sound while continuing to reveal new depth and dimension with every performance.

Graham Parker
Fairfield Theatre Company • 70 Sanford St, Fairfield, CT 06824
May 16, 2026
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Graham Parker

Since the 70s when he burst onto the London scene, Graham Parker has been slinging a signature sound across continents and airwaves that has rightly earned him a spot in the pantheon of truly original and influential figures in rock and roll. His early days with his band the Rumour (with whom he has two albums in Rolling Stone’s 1987 “Top 100 Albums of All Time”) Graham coupled punk’s energy with his deeply rooted love of American R&B, country, and soul music. The band built a reputation as an incendiary live act, as well. He’s got a snotty barroom brawler’s rasp and sneer, a soul man’s swagger, and an ear for indelible pop songcraft.

Andrew Duhon
Fairfield Theatre Company • 70 Sanford St, Fairfield, CT 06824
May 14, 2026
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Andrew Duhon

Born, raised, shaped, and inspired by his hometown of New Orleans, Louisiana, Andrew Duhon tours performing songs that are as much about recognizing our shared stories as they are about telling his own.

Rounding out the touring trio are two of his most trusted collaborators—Myles Weeks (James Hunter Six, Eric Lindell) on bass and Jim Kolacek (Feufollett) on drums.

Blending the gritty, bluesy, folksy, country sounds of his home with the experience of traversing the country and immersing himself in the broad array of cultures across the American landscape, Andrew’s music creates real connection between former strangers through song. As he puts it, “When a song written by a stranger heals you, even in the smallest way, that’s a connection beyond entertainment.”

Andrew has shared stages with Guster, Blind Pilot, and Amos Lee, among others, and has performed at major festivals across the US including New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, Milwaukee Summerfest, Bonnaroo, and Americanafest.

His music has been featured in Rolling Stone Magazine, Jam In The Van, Meat Church, as well as in Glide Magazine, No Depression, and American Songwriter.

Drayton Farley
Fairfield Theatre Company • 70 Sanford St, Fairfield, CT 06824
May 22, 2026
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Drayton Farley

Only a few years ago the life Drayton Farley now lives seemed nothing short of a pipe dream: there he was at the time, working the railroads, strumming his guitar, singing his songs for his ass-busting railroad coworkers, dreaming about the life of a touring musician. A dream, he now says, that felt if not illogical than highly unlikely. “I don’t think I was convinced being a musician was even a real possibility,” Farley admits today, looking back at how a smalltown Alabama-raised, music-loving, factory working kid beat the odds to arrive at this current moment.

A proud disciple of a highly vulnerable, evocative and honest brand of Southern storytelling made famous by some of his musical heroes, most notably Jason Isbell, Tyler Childers and Sturgill Simpson, the soft-spoken and decidedly humble Farley is learning to accept his new reality. Namely, as one of Americana’s most buzzed-about new singer-songwriters.

“Remember back when we were kids before we had our own/We’d talk a lot about these days like these days would never come/ But somewhere deep inside I knew and I know you knew it too/I couldn’t be more proud to see that we saw each other through.” That’s Farley right there, singing to his wife, singing to himself, singing to his daughters, singing to all those who doubted him, singing on the stunning new track “Dream Come True.” The song is both a declaration of accomplishment and also a moment of reprieve and reflection amid the chaos that’s been Farley’s recent life. Most excitingly, it’s one of the momentous, thrilling new tracks from the singer-songwriter’s stunning new full-length album, A Heavy Duty Heart, due on March 27th via One Riot Records.

“I was taking a bet on myself,” Farley, 30, says of those long and tiring years spent gigging for hours at no-name bars, praying the tip jar would be filled by night’s end, and, through no shortage of innate talent, true grit and undeniable work ethic, earning himself a dedicated fanbase, a Grand Ole Opry debut and gigs sharing the stage with icons including Willie Nelson, Dwight Yoakam and Ryan Bingham. “It was like winning the lottery in slow motion,” he says of his unyielding perseverance that now, thanks in great part to his remarkable new LP, finds him with a front-row seat to his musical dreams. “It was a truth that slowly showed itself.”

With A Heavy Duty Heart – Farley’s most complete and unflinching artistic statement to date, recorded live in the studio with his touring band – the musician’s talent has come sharply into focus. Poignantly written, beautifully sung and expertly produced by the acclaimed Sadler Vaden (Jason Isbell), A Heavy Duty Heart is a statement of an LP – and one that properly introduces Farley as a musical talent to be reckoned with.

Having typically released music nearly as soon as it was completed, A Heavy Duty Heart, written entirely by Farley, was something of an exercise in restraint for the musician: not only are these 10 songs the most contemplative and nuanced of his career, it’s also the first collection of material he feels are truly of a piece with each other. A full expression. A meditation on love and risk.

“This is the first time I’ve felt this way about a set of songs,” Farley says candidly of his unbridled passion for what he’s about to release. And it takes no more than cueing up the opening track, the piercing and authentic “Love We Mean,” – a song that while on the surface is a tribute to his wife, but is also far deeper and real and gets at the core of what love looks like when life and family and obligations come into the picture – to comprehend Farley’s innate gift for vivid, poetic songcraft.

“We deserve a break baby/it’s hard work losing your mind/I’ve been thinking here lately/that we should start takin’ our time,” he sings at the album’s outset.

“It’s truly the realest of love songs. “It’s not a Valentine’s Day card” Farley says proudly of “Love We Mean” noting how this song is a direct reflection of his approach to songwriting: cutting through any surface-level clutter and instead arriving at universal truths.

Whether dissecting dreams realized (“What You Gonna Do”), juggling tough love (“I’ll Hold You”), or overcoming life’s inevitable hurdles (“The Way It Goes”), the songs that comprise A Heavy Duty Heart are that of an artist unafraid to face himself, his loved ones, or even his future ambitions, and hold them all to account.

“I feel like if you’re going to write about yourself and your life, then just write about the way it is,” Farley says matter-of-factly of his no-nonsense approach to songwriting. “That honesty is going to translate. People are going to know when you’re bullshitting them or not.”

Farley’s knack for transparency comes through not only on wax but every time he takes the stage. Having typically performed with little more than him and an acoustic guitar, Farley says he’s incredibly excited to put a jolt into his live show when touring behind A Heavy Duty Heart in the coming months. That means more musicians, more uptempo vibes, more energy. “But don’t worry – I won’t be jumping around onstage,” he says with a laugh.

Now, as he sits at the precipice of releasing the forthcoming A Heavy Duty Heart, a time when any previous “nervous excitement” he once felt has since been replaced by “exciting anxiety,” Farley says he’s nothing but proud of where he stands. With the new album. With his career. With his life. Where do things go from here? “There truly is no limit,” Farley says with a smile.

Devon Allman’s Blues Summit
Fairfield Theatre Company • 70 Sanford St, Fairfield, CT 06824
June 16, 2026
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Devon Allman’s Blues Summit

Join us for an unforgettable night of soul-stirring music at the Devon Allman Blues Summit, a powerhouse gathering of blues legends that promises to electrify the stage. Featuring Devon Allman at the helm, the Summit brings together an all-star lineup: The legendary Jimmy Hall of Wet Willie and Jeff Beck fame, renowned for his fiery harmonica and powerful vocals. Added to this magical evening is blues icon Larry McCray, known for masterful guitar work and heartfelt stories that have resonated with fans worldwide. Complementing the Summit’s line up is New Orleans’ very own soul sensation, Sierra Green, whose enchanting voice encapsulates the heart and spirit of the Crescent City.

Together, this remarkable assembly of artists presents an epic evening that spans the spectrum of blues –from its gritty roots, through its evolution and into its vibrant future. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience the raw energy and profound emotion of the Devon Allman Blues Summit, where extraordinary talent meets the timeless magic of blues and soul.

Livingston Taylor
Fairfield Theatre Company • 70 Sanford St, Fairfield, CT 06824
June 25, 2026
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Livington Taylor

Livingston Taylor’s career as a professional musician spans more than five decades, encompassing performance, songwriting, recording, and teaching. Often described as equal parts Mark Twain, college professor, and musical icon, Livingston maintains an active touring schedule of over 100 shows a year, delighting audiences with his wit, warmth, and an expansive repertoire drawn from more than 25 albums, along with beloved classics.

As a songwriter, Livingston has penned Top-40 hits recorded by his brother James Taylor, and over the years has shared the stage with artists such as Joni Mitchell, Linda Ronstadt, Fleetwood Mac, and Jimmy Buffett.

Equally at home across genres—folk, pop, classical, gospel, and jazz—his performances range from upbeat storytelling and intimate ballads to full orchestral concerts, all delivered with his trademark ease and connection.

For over three decades, alongside his performing career, Livingston served as a full professor at Berklee College of Music, where he created and taught the acclaimed course Stage Performance. His former students include Charlie Puth, John Mayer, Susan Tedeschi, Molly Tuttle, Liz Longley, and Gavin DeGraw. Today, Livingston takes this course “on the road,” teaching at colleges and institutions nationwide, including the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami, NASA’s Goddard Space Center, and Tulane Law School.

His book, Stage Performance, drawn from the course and more than 50 years (5,000+ hours) of real-world stage experience, has become a go-to resource for performers and presenters seeking to elevate their craft from good to truly professional.

An airplane-flying, motorcycle-riding, singing storyteller, Livingston Taylor continues to captivate audiences wherever he performs—whether solo, with a band, or in front of an orchestra—bringing heart, humor, and humanity to every stage.

Roomful of Blues
Fairfield Theatre Company • 70 Sanford St, Fairfield, CT 06824
July 10, 2026
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Roomful of Blues

“Brawny shuffles, swinging horns, searing guitar, passionate vocals and balls-to-the-wall enthusiasm” –Living Blues “High-voltage swingin’ jump blues and R&B” –USA Today “Jubilant, jazzy R&B…boisterous, horn-propelled magnificence…infectiously joyous spirit” –Blues Music Magazine

Roomful of Blues, the world-renowned, horn-powered, houserocking blues band, has been delighting audiences for over 55 years. Blues Music Magazine calls them “the best little big band in the blues.” On record and on stage, Roomful of Blues—led by master guitarist Chris Vachon for the past 25 years—continues to deliver its bone-shaking mix of original songs and carefully chosen covers ranging from jump, swing and proto rock ‘n’ roll to funky, contemporary blues. Their impeccable musicianship and larger-than-life vocals have earned Roomful of Blues five GRAMMY Award nominations and a slew of other accolades, including seven Blues Music Awards. Twice, the prestigious DownBeat International Critics’ Poll has selected them as Best Blues Band. And now, even after 18 previous releases and thousands of live shows, Roomful of Blues continues to evolve. Roomful of Blues, according to DownBeat magazine, “are in a class by themselves.” With their masterful combination of jumping, horn-heavy, hard-edged blues and R&B, it’s no wonder why the great Count Basie called them “the hottest blues band I’ve ever heard.” With a non-stop performance schedule for over 55 years, Roomful of Blues has earned critical, popular and radio success and a legion of fans around the globe.

Roomful of Blues guitarist and bandleader Chris Vachon first joined in 1990 and has been leading the band since 1998. Guitar Player says Vachon’s guitar playing “burns with explosive solos and a delightfully greasy sense of rhythm.” The band has maintained its signature sound through great musicianship and a stellar horn section—featuring tenor and alto saxophonist Rich Lataille, who first joined the band in 1970. Lataille’s masterful playing can evoke either the fat-toned, honking sax of the glory days of early rock or the cool elegance of big band swing jazz.

Along with Vachon and Lataille, Roomful of Blues now includes new lead vocalist D.D. Bastos, new keyboardist Jeff Ceasrine, baritone and tenor saxophonist Craig Thomas, trumpeter Christopher Pratt, bassist Lou Bocciarelli and drummer Mike Coffey. The band has never sounded fresher or stronger, with Bastos bringing her sweet and soulful vocals and adding another bright new dimension to Roomful of Blues’ jazzy, jump-blues musical roots. Their winning combination of jump, swing, blues, R&B and soul remains their calling card, as does their ability to fill the dance floor.

The long and winding road which leads to the Roomful of Blues of today can be followed all the way back to 1967 when a group of southern Rhode Island teenagers with a shared passion for the blues formed a straight-ahead Chicago-style electric blues band to explore the music of their heroes. They added a horn section (including Rich Lataille) in 1970 and released their self-titled debut album in 1977 on Island Records (reissued on Hyena Records), which brought them to the attention of fans and critics from coast to coast.

Recording for Rounder Records’ Bullseye Blues and Varrick labels between 1980 and 2001, the band cut nine albums that won them international fame and major rock radio airplay. They’ve gigged with stars ranging from bluesmen B.B. King, Otis Rush and Stevie Ray Vaughan to rockers Eric Clapton and Carlos Santana. The band has performed in cities from coast to coast, and traveled abroad to 22 countries including Lebanon, Poland, Spain, Italy, France, Portugal, Switzerland, Turkey and Russia.

Since Roomful joined the Alligator Records family in 2003, their popularity has continued to increase. Their first Alligator CD was the Grammy-nominated That’s Right! in 2003, followed by Standing Room Only in 2005, Raisin’ A Ruckus in 2008, Hook, Line & Sinker in 2010, 45 Live in 2013 and In A Roomful Of Blues in 2020. All five albums received massive amounts of critical and popular praise and kept old and new fans lining up to see them perform. The New Yorker says the band brings “thunderous performances that get feet stomping and hands clapping.” “We always keep things fresh and we keep the excitement level high,” says Vachon. “Playing this music is an immense amount of fun for us. And it’s just as much fun for our audience.”

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