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Yahoo
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
18 things to do in the Wilmington area during a big, 'BAD' and music-filled weekend
Every weekend in Wilmington is a good weekend for music these days, but this weekend is an especially good one for tunes. Not only do we have the inaugural BAD Day Music & Arts Festival in the Brooklyn Arts District, but we've also got touring shows at some of Wilmington's top venues and concerts with some of Wilmington's best musical artists, not to mention non-musical events including theater, art exhibits, movies and more. For more ideas of things to do this weekend and beyond, we've also got stories about outdoor concerts in the Wilmington area and a list of July concerts to see in and near Wilmington. Top tunes: 39 concerts to see in the Wilmington area during the month of July July 10-20 at Thalian Hall (studio theater): Big Dawg Productions presents the original, Southern-fried dramedy from Wilmington thespian Ray Kennedy. Based on true events, the play chronicles the story of Louie, the matriarch of a rural family whose friends accompany her on 45-mile trips for Louie to receive cancer treatments. Cast includes Wilmington actors Debra Gillingham, Erin Hunter, Fracaswell Hyman, Jenny McKinnon Wright, Cindy Colucci and more. 7:30 p.m. July 10-12 and 17-19, 3 p.m. July 13 and 20. Tickets and details at 910-632-2285 or July 11-12 at The Boatyard: Outdoor music series behind the Marina Grill and Tequila's Waterfront off the Wilmington Riverwalk. Friday features the soul/rock/hip-hop blend of Wilmington band Oc3ans and singer Brooke Renshaw, while Saturday will see a show from Durham R&B singer Bianca "BeMyFiasco" Rodriguez. 6-9 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Vendors on site. Bring a chair. Free. Oceans of talent: How a Wilmington singer made it from karaoke night to 'American Idol' July 11 at Bowstring Burgers & Brewyard: Virginia jam band has drawn notice for its blend of musicianship and wacky humor. With Underground Springhouse. 7 p.m. Friday, tickets start at $18. July 11 at Jengo's Playhouse: Horror film from directors Rachel Kempf and Nick Toti blends fact and fiction in telling its story of a married couple that buys an abandoned Missouri duplex to film a low-budget horror movie. 7:30 Friday, tickets are $10. July 11 at the Blakeslee Air Force Recreation Area: Wilmington jam band Dubtown Cosmonauts kicks off this music series held in Kure Beach. 6 p.m. Friday. Bring a chair or blanket, food trucks on site. Free. July 11 at The Eagles' Dare: Doors tribute band The Crystal Ship headlines this weekly concert series. The Adam Hill Band opens. 5 p.m. gates, 6:30 p.m. opener, 8 p.m. headliner. Free. July 11 at Middleton Park Amphitheater: Beach music legends The Embers, featuring Craig Woolard, perform for this outdoor concert series in Brunswick County. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Fridays. Blankets, lawn chairs and picnics allowed. Free. July 11 at the Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens: Two notable tours at this 18th-century, downtown Wilmington historic site. The "Cape Fear Legends & Lore" tour includes stories of tunnels beneath Wilmington, the age of Prohibition and more. The candlelit "Colonial Nightlife" tour explores the "rituals and superstitions" of a time before electricity. Cape Fear Legends & Lore is 9 a.m. Friday, $25. Colonial Nightlife is 9 p.m. Friday, $20. July 11 at Satellite Bar & Lounge: Veteran Wilmington rockabilly/psychobilly/honky-tonk country act plays this South Front District anchor. 7 p.m. Friday, free. July 11 at The Fuzzy Needle: Cameron Sinclair, formerly of Carolina Beach rock outfit Pleasure Island, plays a release show for her album, "Starling Lightning Charm." Songs include the grungy, tuneful lover's lament "Bobby Gillespie" and lo-fi indie folk gem "Slingback." 7 p.m. Friday, $5. July 11 at Franklin Square Gallery: Southport art gallery hosts a reception and awards ceremony for its annual summer show. With original paintings, pottery, sculpture and more by artists from around the region. 5-7 p.m. Friday. Free, with complimentary hors d'oeuvres and wine. July 12 in the Brooklyn Arts District: New music festival in the Brooklyn Arts District has a packed lineup of bands on three stages that includes roots-jammers Railroad Earth, funk stalwarts Lettuce, bluegrass traditionalists Yonder Mountain String Band, genre-mashers Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country, reggae band Signal Fire, Asheville electro-funk supergroup Electro Lust and more. With food, drink, artists/vendors, yoga/wellness and more. 10 a.m. gates on Saturday, tickets at July 12 at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater: Roots country act is touring in support of the 10th anniversary of its album "And the War Came." Opening act is Chicago-based duo Whitney. 7 p.m. Saturday, tickets start at $46. July 12 at CFCC Wilson Center: Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the original summer blockbuster with the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra performing the iconic score live. 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, tickets start at $25. July 12 at The Sandspur: Double bill features metal-adjacent Wilmington rock acts Black Mantis and Record Highs; the latter is the new band of Charles Krueger of Wilmington legends Thunderlip. 7 p.m. Saturday, free. July 13 at the Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar: Veteran Triangle folk rock act fronted by the vocalist Django Haskins brings its "pop-noir" songs to the pier-top musical hotspot in Carolina Beach. 7-9 p.m. Sunday, free. July 13 at The Eagle's Dare: Wilmington comedy troupe Pineapple-Shaped Lamps presents an interactive "shadow cast" production of the family-friendly Disney cult classic for its 30th anniversary, with costumed performers acting out the animated film while it screens in the background. Audience costumes encouraged. 3 p.m. Sunday, tickets are "pay what you can," but advance registration is requested. 'Not Just a Goof': Wilmington native lands making-of documentary about a beloved 'Goofy' film on Disney+ July 13 at at Bridgeview Park: Jim Quick and Coastline bring beach music classics and "swamp soul" originals to this Brunswick County concert series. 6:30-8 p.m. Sunday. Bring a blanket or a chair. Free. This article originally appeared on Wilmington StarNews: Events, things to do, what's going on and entertainment in Wilmington, NC
BBC News
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Live at York Museum Gardens: All you need to know
York's Museum Gardens is set to play host to a series of live concerts over the next three band Elbow will kickstart proceedings later, with support from Ripon-born singer-songwriter Billie Marten and folk group Eliza Carthy & The Restitution, from Robin Hood's Friday Nile Rodgers & Chic will take to the stage, while Saturday will see Richard Hawley celebrate 20 years of Coles Corner, with support from Mercury Prize winners English Teacher, BC Camplight and Hamish of the shows, here is everything you need to know about accessing and enjoying the three major gigs. How do I get there and where do I park? Organisers have encouraged concert goers to arrive by public transport where possible, with York Station only a short walk away and bus stops close to the public parking will be available near to the site. Both Bootham Row and Marygate car parks are close to Museum Gardens, while Esplanade car park is just across the river. What can I bring? There are strict requirements for what you can bring to the concerts, with several items prohibited. Attendees can bring a refillable plastic water bottle no larger than 500ml and one 500ml unopened plastic bottle of water. However, no other food and drink can be brought in, other than for medical or religious reasons. A bag smaller than A3 size can be brought in, but will be subject to goers are not allowed to bring glass items, alcohol, large professional cameras, recording equipment, chairs and foldout blankets or large sports umbrellas. When do acts come on? Thursday 3 July: Eliza Carthy: 18:00 - 18:45Billie Marten: 19:15 - 20:00Elbow: 20:30 - 22:30Friday 4 July: Durand Bernarr: 18:00 - 18:45Jalen Ngonda: 19:15 - 20:15Nile Rodgers & Chic: 20:45 - 22:30Saturday 5 July: Hamish Hawk: 17:40 - 18:10BC Camplight: 18:30 - 19:15English Teacher: 19:45 - 20:30Richard Hawley: 21:00 - 22:30 Can I leave and come back in? Organisers say that once you leave the site you will not be permitted to re-enter. Gates open at 17:00 BST for each event. The public will have restricted access to the gardens during the day. Listen to highlights from North Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
BBC News
25-06-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Sam Fender gigs gave Newcastle £16.5m boost, figures claim
Sam Fender's trio of homecoming concerts at St James' Park boosted the local economy by £16.5m, business groups have 150,000 fans flocked to see the North Shields singer-songwriter play three sold-out gigs at the home of Newcastle United in shows brought in extra revenue for bars, restaurants and hotels according to figures released by investment agency NewcastleGateshead Initiative (NGI).Ian Thomas, NGI's chief operating officer, said while it was "fantastic" to see every corner of the city "bustling", businesses were still facing challenges. He said the organisation would look to "attract more large-scale events" to the city and "ensure the impact of these events is felt long after the final encore", according to the Local Democracy Reporting have been a number of bar and restaurant closures in Newcastle over recent months, including venues such as Leila Lily's, Prohibition, the Earl of Pitt Street and Horticulture, with businesses blaming high energy costs, rent rises, and increased National Insurance contributions. Abdul Samad, Newcastle City Council's cabinet member for culture, said the Sam Fender gigs were a "very welcome boost to our hospitality trade" during challenging gigs between 12 June and 15 June marked the Seventeen Going Under singer's return to St James' Park following two huge shows in summer 2023, and were part of his People Watching £16.5m boost is based on NGI data gathered from visitor and supply chain spend, generated via visitor surveys, hotel occupancy data, average room rates and spending in retail, restaurants and Patterson, CEO business development firm NE1 Ltd, said: "Sam is a local hero with a worldwide fan base, and the concerts turned the spotlight on the city and created boom time for Newcastle." Follow BBC North East on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram.
Forbes
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Q&A: Summerfest CEO Sarah Pancheri On What Makes The Event So Special
Today (June 19) Summerfest in Milwaukee kicks off with a slate of shows that include Aly & AJ, The Isley Brothers, Gary Clark Jr. and headliners Def Leppard. Over the next three weekends, wrapping July 3 – 5, some of the biggest names in music – Hozier, The Killers, Lainey Wilson, James Taylor, The Lumineers, Benson Boone – will lead an insanely eclectic lineup of top-tier artists that will grace the eights stages on the festival grounds. Bishop Briggs, The Fray, Lindsay Stirling, Riley Green, The Avett Brothers, Devo, Babymetal, Rick Springfield, Billy Corgan, Mike Posner, Social Distortion, Iann Dior, Jo Dee Messina, the list goes on and on. At the head of assembling these dream weekends of music is CEO Sarah Pancheri, who took over that role in 2024. I spoke with her about Summerfest's history and future and more. Steve Batin: So, you're opening with Def Leppard. Sarah Pancheri: Yes, we are thrilled that they will be opening up Summerfest 2025. Baltin: Is this the first year they've played the festival? Pancheri: No, I would need to go back into our archive to know how many times they've played, but I know they've played and they're always a great show, Tesla's opening. And as we talked about briefly the variety of what we present is really one of the things that makes Summerfest so special, which I know you have a high degree of understanding of. Just the nature of it. Baltin: Yeah, that's what makes it special. But most US music festivals would never in a million years put Def Leppard on. Everybody in the world loves Def Leppard. There's a cool factor with a lot of festivals and I really appreciate the fact that Summerfest isn't afraid to go populist. Pancheri: That's our idea, there's always going to be a big variety. When we say something for everyone It's something that we that we take really seriously. So, in our amphitheater this time around, you'll see [acts from] Lainey Wilson to James Taylor to Megan Thee Stallion to Bad Omens. That variety is really one of the parts that makes the festival so terrific. That philosophy has been with us for 60 years almost. So, when you pull from the archives, you see names like Tina Turner and Kenny Chesney, and Billie Eilish, and I was just having a conversation, Sammy Davis Jr. It spans such a wide variety of music that it's really what we pride ourselves on. There are a couple of other things that make us special, of course, the permanent nature of our festival park, Henry Marr Festival Park. It really is 75 acres devoted to festivals. Sixty years ago, as our forefathers said, we'll take this space, which was an old, abandoned field, if you can believe it, just sitting on the lakefront steps away from downtown. And over time, we've developed it into this really gorgeous place with eight permanent stage houses. The range of stages goes from like a 2000 capacity pavilion all the way up to the 23 ,000 seating amphitheater where Def Leppard is going to play. So, it's the variety of music, but then also this permanent site that really makes us stand out. Baltin: I love the fact that James Taylor is one of those people who's just iconic. He's not of the moment. You have Hozier, who's a great guy, and you have Laney Wilson. You have those people that are of the moment, but you also have those people that are just iconic. Pancheri: That is how we program the event because we want to create an environment for everybody to find something that they're going to love. So, the biggest stages are always super exciting. But then just to orient you towards how we do it. The festival admission to the festival does not include access to the amphitheater, but it includes access to the rest of the festival park, where you're going to find bands like Cake, like Loud Luxury, like Gary Clark, Jr. We are so excited about that show. And you'll hear me say that again and again, because it's absolutely true. And as a music fan, you know, you're excited you get to come to work. On our poster, you have Baby Metal, Chicago and Porter Robinson, all kind of in the same place, which again, just speaks to how rare our lineup is. And the accessibility of that is you can come to the festival for the price of 30 bucks. And then the other piece of that, which really makes us stand out, I believe, is as a nonprofit organization, we do this so that we can continue to provide access to this world -class place, this world -class lineup. And then 20 percent of our fans come in free above and beyond that low ticket price. So, it's pretty unique, I think we're one of one. We can't find anything else quite like it. Baltin: Milwaukee is synonymous with Summerfest the same way Jazz Fest is New Orleans. Pancheri: That's high praise. We appreciate that. Thank you, I tend to believe that the people that do this work, it is very special and really takes a lot of dedication, and I know the folks in New Orleans as well as everyone that works really hard at what they do. And so, it's high praise to say that, and when you go back to the roots of the event, the idea that at the time there were massive breweries of beer. And so, the tradition of coming together and celebrating music as well as gathering around, at the time it was Schlitz, Papst, and Miller. It was a great reason to put on display all that Milwaukee and music had to offer in the summertime. Baltin: Talk about the site. Pancheri: Over the past 20 years, we put over $160 million into improving this site, which really does make it that special place. If it were just a field, it would probably feel different, but the permanence of the site really gives the festival a lot of wind in terms of just how important it is. And we're really proud of the fact, over $300 million in economic impact is generated from this park for Wisconsin. So, on an annual basis, $300 million going back into Wisconsin, again, as a nonprofit organization and being able to do that on a regular basis is really, it ingrains us into what Milwaukeeans and what Wisconsinites consider summer. The city of festivals is very real for us. Baltin: You took over in your role in 2024. There's such a legacy for the festival. That's always a fascinating thing to balance that legacy with your own style and vision to it. Pancheri: Thank you. We have an incredible team. So, I've stepped into the role in the beginning of 2024, my predecessor and I worked together for quite some time before that. So, stepping into the role now and really the dynamic nature of this industry, as you well know, it's changing every day. We're making sure that we're remaining current and maintaining that variety while also adding some of these new artists that are coming out. In addition to considering how we're going to use this park, how we're going to continue to expand what the use is, and highest and best use of this beautiful facility is, and how do we continue to enhance the Summerfest experience. So, last year, we started adding some art installations. We're looking at continuing to do that. We continue to push our value proposition. When someone new comes to the festival park and experiences Summerfest, someone who's never been here before, they're genuinely blown away with the value as well as just the variety of music here. So, as I think about what the future looks like and what our team is looking forward to doing, it's how do we continue, enhance, and grow that opportunity that we know is one of one in Milwaukee.
Daily Mail
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Coldplay are named highest-earning act from live shows this year as their eye-watering revenue is revealed
Coldplay have topped the list of artist earnings from live concerts this year. The band has reportedly made an eye-watering £100million so far this year from their Spheres Wordld Tour, which has pulled in £4.8million per show. They are considerably ahead of second place Shakira who has made £85million so far from her live performances. In third place are Kendrick Lamar and Sza who have made £73.91million while The Eages are in fourth with £68.82million. South Korea 's Seventeen aren't far behind with £68.45million while the Trans-Siberian Orchestra made £50.55million. Coming in seventh place was Tyler, The Creator with £49.5millon while rock band Dead & Company made £45.6million. Rounding out the top 10 were South Korean rapper j-hope with £44.19million and Beyonce who made £44.04million. When it comes to British and Irish acts earnings from this year, Sir Paul McCartney came in second after Coldplay with £23.23million. This is considerably lower than Coldplay who have been playing stadiums while Paul has been doing concert runs. Iron Maiden have made £20.1million while the top five is rounded out by Dua Lipa with £15.4million and Charli XCX with £13.8million. The Script have also made £13.8million while Simply Red has banked a cool £10million in the first half of 2025. Rod Stewart has made £9.2million while Sam Fender has made £8.79million. The top ten was completed by Sting with Billy Joel who have made £6million. The figures were compiled by music analytics firm Pollstar who looked at gig revenue between November 14 to May 14. It said: 'The mid-year chart highlights a healthy live market, with its top three tours each grossing more thna $100million well before the busiest gig season. 'Average revenue per show jumped 24.9% and ticket sales 32.1%.' Gig prices fell from an average of £93,54 to £88.43 this year. Highest-earning live performers WORLDWIDE 1. Coldplay £100.9million 2. Shakira £85million 3. Kendrick Lamar and SZA 73.91million 4. The Eagles £68.82million 5. Seventeen £8.45million 6. Trans-Siberian Orchestera £50million 7. Tyler, The Creator £49.5million 8. Dead & Company £45.6million 9. j-hope £44.19million 10. Beyonce £44.04million BRITISH AND IRISH ACTS 1. Coldplay £100.9million 2. Sir Paul McCartney £23.23million 3. Iron Maiden £20.1million 4. Dua Lipa £15.4million 5. Charli XCX £13.82million 6. The Script £13.811million 7. Simply Red £10.02million 8. Rod Stewart £9.2million 9. Sam Fender £8.79million 10. Sting with Billy Joel £6million
