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Nancy's Calendar for the Weekend of Jan. 23 - 25
CT Critics Circle member & Patch Neighbor Nancy Sasso Janis compiles this weekly list of entertainment opportunities around the state.
Entertainment List for January 23 - 25, 2026
THEATER
Piano Man Meets Rocket Man Tribute Concert
Piano Man Meets Rocket Man will be performing Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 8:00 PM at the Thomaston Opera House, 158 Main Street, Thomaston, CT 06787
For ticket information and additional details go to: LandmarkCommunityTheatre.org, visit or call the box office at 860-283-6250.
Piano Man Meets Rocket Man is an exciting live musical tour through two piano legends' greatest hits, combining the "River of Dreams" Billy Joel tribute with Russ Davis from the "Here's Elton" show. This 6-piece tribute show earns rave reviews for making the audience feel like the seventh member of the band.
Thomaston Restaurant Week is happening January 21–31.
Find out what's happening in Naugatuckfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
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GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL!
January 21 - February 8, 2026
Find out what's happening in Naugatuckfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
by Anthony King and Scott Brown
Directed by SASHA BRÄTT
Music direction by MILES MESSIER
Playhouse on Park.org
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Any Way You Want It - Journey Tribute Band
Sat, Jan 24
Seven Angels Theatre
sevenangelstheatre.org
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SPARK: THE EXPERIENCE
Ridgefield Theater Barn Guest Event
SPARK: The Experience
Created & Produced by
TAMI MCCARTHY
Thursday, January 22: 7:30pm
Saturday, January 24: 7:30pm
Sunday, January 25: 2:00pm
General Admission | All Seats $40
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THE SWEET REMAINS
Saturday at 8 p.m.
Westport Country Playhouse
The Sweet Remains draw comparisons to Crosby, Stills & Nash, Simon & Garfunkel, and The Eagles, while connecting with fans of John Mayer, Ray LaMontagne, and Jason Mraz. The trio — Rich Price, Greg Naughton (long-time Westport resident), and Brian Chartrand — are each accomplished singer-songwriters, with credits spanning solo albums, international tours, film, and television. Tickets starting at $40
Learn more: https://www.westportplayhouse....
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THE LION IN WINTER
Curtain Call Stamford
Curtain Call’s production playing in The Dressing Room Theatre, Stamford, January 9 – 25
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THE COTTAGE
A witty farce about romance, sex, marriage, betrayal and, well — love, The Cottage will keep you laughing as a hilarious web of secrets is revealed.
January 16 - February 8, 2026
Hartford Stage
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January 23, 2026
GET THE LED OUT
Warner theatre
warnertheater.org
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LITTLE RED AND THE THREE PIGS – Jan 17 through Feb 8
Young Audiences
January 23
Cabaret Comedy – In a Special Celebrity Comedy Appearance – Tom Cotter
Main Stage Concert
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Matt McCusker: The Healing Frequency Tour
Jan 23
CT Forum: On Democracy and the Future of the Parties
Jan 24
SUFFS
Jan 27
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MUSIC
At Mohegan Sun this weekend
Friday, Red Light
10:30pm at Wolf Den
Saturday, Jan 24
Wicked Peach
8:00pm at Wolf Den, 10:30 at Wolf Den
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Premier Theater at Foxwoods
Ron White
January 23
Great Cedar Showroom
Akaash Singh
January 24
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At Woodbury Brewing Company
This Friday at 8 PM
Stiletto- Billy Joel Tribute
This Saturday at 8 PM
Sticky Sweet - Def Leppard Tribute
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Jan. 23, 2026 / 8:00 PM
UpStage
Sun Kings
A Beatles Tribute
Jan. 24, 2026 / 1:00 PM
Gabby's Dollhouse Live!
Presented by Walmart
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THIS FRIDAY AT 7 PM
The Harold Zinno Jazz Quintet
40 people interested · Verdi at Western Hills in Waterbury, Connecticut
OTHER EVENTS
The Quick Center at Fairfield University
THE MET: LIVE IN HD
The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay
By Mason Bates
Saturday, January 24 | 1 p.m. (encore)
Pre-screening talk with Jeffrey Johnson: 12 p.m.
The exhilarating operatic adaptation of Michael Chabon’s Pulitzer Prize–winning novel follows two Jewish cousins who create a comic-book superhero, hoping to recruit America into the fight against Nazism.
PHILIP I. ELIASOPH OPEN VISIONS FORUM
Kaitlan Collins
“Good Ethics for Bad News: The New Red Lines of Broadcast Journalism Today”
Sunday, January 25 | 3 p.m.
This event is sold out. To be added to the Wait List, please contact the Quick Center Box Office at 203-254-4010.
NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE
Life of Pi
By Yann Martel
Adapted by Lolita Chakrabarti
Directed by Max Webster
Monday, January 26 | 7 p.m.
Puppetry, magic, and state-of-the-art visuals combine in this screening of the unique, Olivier Award-winning stage adaptation of the best-selling novel. Filmed live in London's West End.
INSPIRED WRITERS SERIES
George Packer
Tuesday, January 27 | 7:30 p.m.
Wien Experimental Theatre
This collaborative event with the MFA in Creative Writing program is sold out. To be added to the Wait List, contact the Quick Center Box Office at 203-254-4010.
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Step into a world of wonder this winter as Sacred Heart University Community Theatre proudly presents our Disney Classic Film Series—a magical lineup designed for families, dreamers, and anyone who believes in happily‑ever‑afters. Join us for five enchanting afternoons at 1pm, starting with Snow White and the Seven on Saturday, January 24th.
Get tickets now at shuct.org or click here --->https://bit.ly/40RAS44
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CONTRAST (Black Or White Attire)
Saturday • 10:00 PM
Ansonia · Mint Kitchen & Cocktails
Aaron Chen - Late Show
Friday • 9:30 PM
Hamden · Space Ballroom
Friday • 7:00 PM
Cheshire · Counter Weight Brewing Company
YK Niece Live
Saturday • 3:00 PM
Ansonia · The Spot
3rd Annual Bristol Event Center Wedding Showcase
Saturday • 11:00 AM
Bristol · Bristol Event Center
Remyys Mic Performance Showcase
Friday • 7:00 PM
Ansonia · Legacy Lounge Restaurant
MURDER MYSTERY SHOW #1
Saturday • 6:00 PM
Watertown · 834 Northfield Rd
Straight Up Comedy with Jasmine Mills
Friday • 8:00 PM
New Haven · The Sandbox
Pale Moon Gang - "A Tribute To The Clash”
Saturday • 7:00 PM
North Haven · Small Batch Cellars
PYNK FLOID NYC
Friday • 7:00 PM
North Haven · Small Batch Cellars
Decoupaged Valentine's Heart Workshop
Saturday • 12:00 PM
Newtown · Aquila's Nest Vineyards
Magic of the Mind Comedy Hypnosis Show
Friday • 6:00 PM
Newtown · Aquila's Nest Vineyards
Lotería Loca: Not Your Tia's Mexican Bingo
Saturday • 6:00 PM
West Haven · The Building Complex
Shhh… It’s a Speakeasy: A Branford Youth Football Fundraiser
Friday • 6:30 PM
New Haven · 709 Townsend Ave
Comedy Night at Aquila's Nest Vineyard
Saturday • 7:00 PM
Newtown · Aquila's Nest Vineyards
Winter Glow: Winter Whites Wreath Workshop
Saturday • 12:00 PM
Newtown · Aquila's Nest Vineyards
Drag Queen Sip and Paint New Haven The Drag Queen Paint experience
Saturday • 4:00 PM + 1 more
New Haven · 4 Orange St
Woodwinds Wedding Showcase 2026
Sunday • 11:00 AM
Branford · The Woodwinds, School Ground Road, Branford
The Drag Queen Party Bus New Haven - The Ultimate Drag Experience
Friday • 8:00 PM + 2 more
New Haven · Drag Queen Party Bus New Haven
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GRAND TASTING at Mohegan Sun Friday -
Earth Expo & Convention Center
Brunch in the Shed - Sunday
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Curiosity Indoor Flea Market Our show will be hosted at the legendary Fairfield Hills Asylum, on Saturday January 24th! 10AM-4PM Fairfield hills Community Center 8 Simpson street Newtown, CT 06470
THIS SATURDAY AT 10 AM
Wallingford Winter Farmers Market
End of Wallace Avenue Wallingford
THIS SATURDAY AT 6 PM
Rotary Wine Tasting
American Legion Post 20, 245 Main Street, Terryville, CT 06786
THIS SUNDAY AT 11 AM
Family Day
Yale University Art Gallery in New Haven, Connecticut
