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Nancy's Calendar for the Weekend of Aug. 20 - 23
This weekly list of entertainment options is compiled by Connecticut Critics Circle member and Naugatuck Patch Neighbor Nancy Sasso Janis
*Starred events were included on NT5, my top five events for the upcoming weekend, shared on LIVE FROM WATERBURY every Thursday on WATR 1320 AM and 97.7 FM.
Entertainment List for Aug. 20 - Aug. 23, 2026
THEATER
Find out what's happening in Naugatuckfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
*Save the Palace!
Aug 21 and Aug 22 at 8 pm
Find out what's happening in Naugatuckfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Sunday, Aug 23 at 2pm
The Sherman Playhouse in Sherman, CT
Join us for a staged singing of this original musical by Roy O'Neil. You'll meet corrupt politicians and idealistic rock and rollers in this tale of an aging performance venue in danger of demolition.
Directed by Lizzy Booth with Music Direction by Sarah Fay, you're sure to have a fun time, while helping to save our own palace, the Sherman Playhouse.
5 Route 39 N, Sherman1 860-354-362 2
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*All My Soul - Santino Tomasetti
Fri, Aug 21 at 7:30 pm
Back to the Garden 1969 - The Woodstock Experience
Sat, Aug 22 at 7:30 pm
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The City Youth Theater/City Stage Company production of THE BODYGUARD runs through August 22 at Crosby Auditorium.
Recommended for audiences ages 13 and older due to mature themes, violence, strong language, flashing lights, theatrical haze, and simulated gunshots.
Read my review here:
https://patch.com/connecticut/naugatuck/theater-review-bodyguard-musical-city-stage-company-nodx
Tickets: https://cytcsc.ludus.com/show_page.php?show_id=200510220
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COME FROM AWAY is onstage at Ivoryton Playhouse through Sept. 6. As terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001 closed American air space, 38 passenger planes heading west over the Atlantic with more than 6,500 passengers and crew were diverted to Gander Airport in Newfoundland. Those passengers soon found out that instead of being trapped, they were embraced.
Call 860.767.7318 or visit ivorytonplayhouse.org to get your tickets before they're gone!
Read my review of COME FROM AWAY here:
'Come From Away' at Ivoryton Playhouse | In the Wings 2.0
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The unforgettable Hole in the Wall Theater production of BELLY: An American Love Story continues through Aug. 22.
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*THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL by Landmark Community Theatre’s Teen Theater Program.
Are YOU ready to ROCK?
Set in 1987 and jam-packed with HUEY LEWIS megahits like "Do You Believe in Love," "Hip to Be Square," and "If This Is It," THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL centers on a couple of twenty-somethings on the cusp of their futures - Bobby, a rock and roller who's traded his guitar for the corporate ladder and his boss Cassandra who's always put the family business first. When they both get a second shot at their dreams, it'll take "The Power of Love" and a little help from their friends to figure out what kind of life they really want. This premier junior musical is performed by the LCT Teen Theater program.
August 21, 22 at 8:00 p.m.
August 23 at 2:00 p.m.
landmarkcommunitytheatre.ludus.com
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Yarn
with The Decker Bandits
Fri, Aug 21, 2026
7:00 PM Doors, 8:00 PM Show
Park City Music Hall
2926 Fairfield Avenue, Bridgeport, CT
This event is 21+
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Thursday, August 20
The Lovin’ Spoonful
07:30 pm
Sold Out
Friday, August 21
All-Schubert
07:30 pm
Saturday, August 22
Aida (2025)
12:00 pm
Gary Lewis & The Playboys
08:00 pm
Limited Availability
Sunday, August 23
Jason Petty: Lonesome Highway Tour
01:00 pm
Thursday, Aug 20
T.J. Miller
8:00pm at Comix Comedy Club
Thursday, Aug 20
Sister Funk
8:00pm at Wolf Den
Friday, Aug 21
Connecticut Pickle Festival
12:00pm at Earth Expo & Convention Center
Saturday, Aug 22 and Sunday, Aug 23
11:00am
Friday, Aug 21
Fleetwood Macked: The Ultimate Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
6:30pm at Sun Patio
Friday, Aug 21
Summer Orlando's Drag Bingo
10:00pm at Comix Comedy Club
Saturday, Aug 22
Trixter
8:00pm at Wolf Den
Saturday, Aug 22
Kesha: The Freedom Tour
8:00pm at Mohegan Sun Arena
Sunday, Aug 23
American Girl - A Tribute to Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers
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For You Fest: GenX Takeover Comedy Tour
Great Cedar Showroom
August 20 + 21
Josh Groban
Premier Theater
August 20
Centrale Fox Tower
Alex P. Taylor’s Totally Nachrageous Launch Party!
August 21
Cocktail Carnival
Premier Ballroom and Fox Tower Lawn & Terrace
August 22
Wave Foxwoods Day Party- For You Fest Featuring Nic Vans
The Fox Tower Pool
Ninja Kidz Live: Infinite Possibilities
Sun Aug 23, 2026
7:30PM | Toyota Oakdale Theatre
ANDY GRAMMER - THE BIG STUPID HEART TOUR
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Back to School Bingo Night
Friday • 5:00 PM
Newington · Stew Leonard's of Newington
From $10.00
Music on the Farm 2026
Sunday • 12:00 PM
Bristol · Indian Rock Nature Preserve
From $23.18
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This Friday at 8:30 PM
Anchor Management - Yacht Rock Party
This Saturday at 8:30 PM
Acorn at the Woodbury Brewing Company
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*CT SUMMER PSYCHIC FAIRFEST - FREE ADMISSION EVENT! Saturday August 22 and Sunday August 23 from 11 AM to 5 PM at CONCENTRIC BREWING CO, 91 Main Street, Portland CT
NO-CHARGE-TO-ATTEND event with some of the East Coast's greatest Psychics, Vendors, Readers, Authors, Artisans, and a plethora of awesome crafts and merchandise. Plus CT's best brews and delicious food. Indoors and air conditioned.
Brought to you by The Shaman and The Showman LLC, Charles F Rosenay!!! (www.ParanormalConnecticut.com) and Wardruna's Thomas Patrick (Archangel of the Paranormal).
INFO: Call (203) 795-4737 or email info@paranormalconnecticut.com
*Lights, Camera BACK TO SCHOOL
A Community Back to School Fair and Family Movie Night in Naugatuck
Friday, Aug. 21
Festivities begin at 6:30
Movie begins at sunset
Tuttle Lawn
Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and the entire family
Sponsored by Naugatuck Parent School Council
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*Here’s what to expect this weekend at Lake Compounce for
All-American Summer this weekend
This is the last weekend of Vintage Characters roaming near the North Train Station, the energetic Jack Timber near Saw Mill Plunge and get a photo with Kyle The Crocodile.
Wednesday: Passholders get early water park access starting at 10:30 AM
Thursday: Passholders can Bring-a-Friend for just $19.99
Friday & Saturday: The sky lights up with Drone Shows at 8 PM!
Saturday: Join us as we celebrate the final day of All-American Summer
And of course, there’s plenty of time for rides, water park fun, treats, and making the most of these last summer days.
Thursday: 11 AM-6 PM
Friday: 11 AM–8 PM
Saturday: 11 AM–8 PM
Sunday: 11 AM–6 PM
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