Left Bank Cabaret Series Hits Music Hall Loft

Tickets are on sale now for one of the best bargains in town this summer: the new Left Bank Cabaret series in the Music Hall Loft on Congress Street in downtown Portsmouth, running through Aug. 9. The series will feature a number of musical acts, in an intimate setting.

“We’re thrilled to present so many amazing artists in our Left Bank Cabaret series debut this summer—in a unique setting resembling a nightclub on the left bank of the Parisian Seine,” says Thérèse LaGamma Deputy Director of Programming/Performing Arts Curator. “I’m especially excited to introduce some phenomenal emerging acts and local favorites who we think are en route to national stardom. For instance, on Tuesday, July 29 you can hear the beautiful pop music of indie harpist/singer-songwriter and YouTube sensation Mikaela Davis and her opening act, the intriguing local favorite Clara Berry and Wooldog.”

This summer The Loft will transition into a European inspired nightclub complete with cocktail tables and low lighting. A new menu with signature cocktails, an updated wine list, as well as new small plate offerings will also be making a debut for the Left Bank Cabaret series.

The shows include:

Tuesday, July 29: The Left Bank Cabaret series at the Loft: Mikaela Davis. Mikaela Davis is an indie harpist/singer-songwriter—”a classically trained musician who creates beautiful pop music” says a recent concert review. She is known for her amazing YouTube covers of Sufjan Stevens’ “Casimir Pulaski Day,” and her cover of Elliott Smith’s “Twilight.” She will be performing with her band. Opener: Clara Berry and Wooldog strike a delicate balance of intricate melodies, precise punctuation, and feather-like vocals.

Wednesday, July 30: Left Bank Cabaret series at the Loft: Patrick Dorow’s Piano Room. For more than a decade, the “Piano Room” at Patrick Dorow’s family home has hosted talented and accomplished musicians from around the country — a soulful hub for musical collaboration. This intimate room now moves to the Left Bank Cabaret. Join us for an evening of Broadway favorites and Billboard top hits.

Friday, Aug. 1 and Saturday Aug. 2: Left Bank Cabaret series at the Loft: Kara DioGuardi. Grammy Award-nominated and former American Idol judge Kara DioGuardi is one of the most successful contemporary songwriters in the world, with her songs appearing on more than 160 million albums. She has had over 50 charting singles with such artists as Pink, Katy Perry, Christina Aguilera, and many more. See her perform her greatest hits and tell the stories that shaped them at the Left Bank Cabaret.

Friday, Aug. 8 and Saturday Aug. 9: Left Bank Cabaret series at the Loft presents: Taylor O’Donnell. Phenomenally talented contemporary vocalist Taylor O’Donnell has deep roots in jazz, folk, and R&B. Join us for an evening of Joni Mitchell, Laura Nyro, and original songs with her powerhouse band.

For more information on all shows, films, and events, go to TheMusicHall.org/calendar.

Submitted by the Monte Bohanan, director of Marketing, The Music Hall.