Spire Center Expands Summer Lineup with Folk, Comedy, and Celtic Rock

The Spire Center for Performing Arts is heating up the summer season, announcing three diverse new headlining acts for July and August 2026. From intimate folk sessions to high-energy Celtic rock and "Dad Bod" humor, the venue continues to solidify its reputation as the South Shore’s premier hub for live entertainment.

Tickets for all three newly announced shows go on sale this Saturday, March 28, at 6:00 AM.

The Summer Additions

Reed Foehl Trio | Thursday, July 2

The summer kicks off with the Reed Foehl Trio as part of the Spire Lobby Series. This series, supported by the Antonia and Vladimir Kulaev Cultural Heritage Fund, offers a relaxed atmosphere for regional talent. Grammy-nominated songwriter Reed Foehl, a New England native who began his career busking in Boston, brings a "weathered and honest" Americana sound to the stage. With 11 studio albums and numerous film/TV credits, Foehl is known for melodies that carry the grit and grace of lived experience.

Jim Colliton & John Turco: The Dad Bod Comedy Tour | friday, July 31

Laughter takes center stage in late July as lifelong friends and veteran comedians Jim Colliton and John Turco bring their "Dad Bod Tour" to Plymouth. The duo—one married, one divorced—navigates the hilarious frustrations of fatherhood, from underwhelming Father’s Day gifts to the sticker shock of college tuition. Both performers are staples of the Northeast comedy circuit, with credits ranging from Comedy Central to Gotham Live.

The Young Dubliners | Friday, August 14

Closing out the new announcements are the world-renowned Young Dubliners. Returning to the Spire after a successful 2025 appearance, the five-piece band remains a powerhouse of Celtic Rock. After three decades of global touring, lead singer Keith Roberts says the band is more determined than ever to bring people together through the "sanity" of a good gig.

At A Glance: Show Schedule

A Packed Spring Season

Before the summer heat hits, the Spire has a dense calendar of spring performances, including:

• Joan Osborne Sings Bob Dylan (March 27)
• Thomas Dolby (April 14)
• The Steel Wheels (May 1)
• BoDeans (May 2)
• Delta Generators Album Release (May 22)

Ticket and Venue Information

The Spire Center is located at 25 ½ Court Street in Plymouth. The venue is fully handicap accessible, with public parking available streetside and in nearby municipal lots.

Tickets for the new summer shows go on sale March 28 at 6:00 AM. To purchase tickets or view the full season schedule, visit spirecenter.org or call (508) 746-4488.

About The Spire Center: The Greater Plymouth Performing Arts Center, Inc. (GPPAC) is a nonprofit organization founded in 2010. It serves the South Shore by showcasing music, theatre, and dance while providing educational programs for all generations.