Ridgefield Playhouse

Robin Pecknold is an American singer-songwriter best known as the principal songwriter and vocalist for Fleet Foxes, and has recorded four studio albums: Fleet Foxes (2008), Helplessness Blues (2011), Crack-Up (2017), and Shore (2020), along with live albums A Very Lonely Solstice(2021) and Live On Boston Harbor (2024). Originally from Seattle, WA, he has been nominated for many awards, including GRAMMY nominations for best Folk Album and for Best Alternative Music Album.Pepsi Rock Series Handcrafted by American Metal068 Magazine Singer Songwriter Series

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Robin Pecknold (From Fleet Foxes)

Robin Pecknold is an American singer-songwriter best known as the principal songwriter and vocalist for Fleet Foxes, and has...

A Flock of Seagulls were one of prime movers in the 80s new wave era, growing out of the synth-heavy and ruthlessly stylish new romantic movement. Hairdresser Mike Score (lead vocals, keyboards) formed A Flock of Seagulls with his brother Ali (drums) and fellow hairdresser Frank Maudsley (bass) in 1980, adding guitarist Paul Reynolds several months later. The band released their eponymous debut album in 1982 and released “I Ran (So Far Away)” as the first single, which climbed into the American Top Ten. Other hits include “Wishing (If I Had a Photograph of You),” “Space Age Love Song,” and “The More You Live, The More You Love.” In 2024, Mike Score returned with the sixth A Flock of Seagulls album Some Dreams, the first studio album in over 19 years. The album featured all new compositions and showcased that songwriting talent that Mike still, at 71, can dish out with effortless aplomb.
Annabella Lwin, at the tender age of fourteen, was one of the most photographed, talked about, and popular vocalists in the early 80s with her band, Bow Wow Wow, who enjoyed success with hits such as: “C30, C60, C90 Go!,” “Go Wild in the Country,” “Do You Wanna Hold Me,” and “I Want Candy.” Her unique vocals, which swung between sweet fourteen and a Balinese banshee, defined the sound of a new and energetic new pop culture
Formed at the peak of the new wave movement, Animotion recorded three albums in the 80s, then disappeared for a decade. In the 21st century, Bill Wadhams and Astrid Plane reunited with keyboard player Greg Smith and drummer Jim Blair, and they’ve been rocking ever since. Chris Wadhams, Wyatt Blair, and Paul Trubachik join the band at selected shows. In 2017, they released a new album, “Raise Your Expectations.”Part of the Pepsi Rock Series Handcrafted by American Metal

Local Event: I Love The 80's Featuring Flock of Seagulls, Bow Wow Wow, and Animotion

I Love The 80's Featuring Flock of Seagulls,...

A Flock of Seagulls were one of prime movers in the 80s new wave era, growing out of the synth-heavy and ruthlessly stylish new...

I Love The 80's Featuring Flock of Seagulls, Bow Wow Wow, and Animotion

Turn the poutiest of frowns upside down in this musical featuring whimsical puppets and live performers in a sweeping oceanic adventure. When Mr. Fish sets out on a quest to find Miss Clam’s missing pearl, he discovers there is more to him than his permanently plastered pout.
This colorful adaptation of The New York Times bestseller is co-conceived, directed, and designed by the acclaimed puppeteers of AchesonWalsh Studios, whose work was featured in Broadway’s The King And I, On the Town, and Radio City’s New York Spectacular. Writing team includes New Victory LabWorks Residency recipients Christopher Anselmo, Jared Corak, Matt Acheson, and Fergus Walsh.
Recommended for ages 3 – 8.

Local Event: The Pout Pout Fish 11am & 2pm

The Pout Pout Fish 11am & 2pm

Turn the poutiest of frowns upside down in this musical featuring whimsical puppets and live performers in a sweeping oceanic...

For Mature Audiences Only, 18+
Brad Garrett is an Emmy and SAG Award winning actor, comedian, and writer. He won three Emmys for his role as “Robert Barone” on the iconic television series EVERYBODY LOVES RAYMOND and received an Emmy nomination along with a Screen Actors Guild nomination for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or Movie for his portrayal of “The Great One” in the telefilm GLEASON.Barts Tree Service&nbsp;Comedy Series

Local Event: Brad Garrett

Brad Garrett

For Mature Audiences Only, 18+
Brad Garrett is an Emmy and SAG Award winning actor, comedian, and writer. He won three Emmys...

In 2026, Madeleine Peyroux marks the tenth anniversary of her Secular Hymns album and the thirtieth year since her debut album Dreamland – the milestone that shifted teen busker Peyroux from the streets of Paris to the world’s concert halls. In venues across Canada and the U.S, We Are America tour will reunite the intimate trio of Secular Hymns: upright bassist Barak Mori, guitarist Jon Herington, and Madeleine Peyroux will deliver original tunes and covers by Judy Collins, Billie Holiday, Bob Dylan, Nick Lowe and Allen Toussaint – writer of the iconic We Are America/Yes We Can.

Local Event: Madeleine Peyroux: We Are America

Madeleine Peyroux: We Are America

In 2026, Madeleine Peyroux marks the tenth anniversary of her Secular Hymns album and the thirtieth year since her debut album...

Whatever you do, don’t let the Pigeon star in his own musical production! With a script written by Mo Willems, the creator of the #1 New York Times best-selling, Caldecott Honor award-winning “Pigeon” picture books, and featuring music by Deborah Wicks La Puma (Elephant &amp; Piggie’s We Are in a Play!), TheaterWorksUSA‘s Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical!is even more fun than staying up late and having a hot dog party! It’s not easy being the Pigeon-you never get to do ANYTHING! But when the Bus Driver has a crisis that threatens to make her passengers (gasp!) late, maybe that wily bird CAN do something. Featuring an innovative mix of songs, and feathers, Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical! is sure to get everyone’s wings flapping.
Approximate Running Time: 60 Minutes Recommended Ages: Grades Pre-K through 2 / Ages 3-8Part of the Family Series

Local Event: Don't Let The Pigeon Drive The Bus! The Musical!

Don't Let The Pigeon Drive The Bus! The Musical!

Whatever you do, don’t let the Pigeon star in his own musical production! With a script written by Mo Willems, the creator of...

Mrs. Warren’s Profession by Bernard Shaw Directed by Dominic Cooke
Five-time Olivier Award winner Imelda Staunton (The Crown) joins forces with her real-life daughter Bessie Carter (Bridgerton) for the very first time, playing mother and daughter in Bernard Shaw’s incendiary moral classic.
Vivie Warren is a woman ahead of her time. Her mother, however, is a product of that old patriarchal order. Exploiting it has earned Mrs. Warren a fortune – but at what cost?
Filmed live from the West End, this new production reunites Staunton with director Dominic Cooke (Follies, Good), exploring the clash between morality and independence, traditions and progress.
Runtime: 2hPart of the FirstLight Home Care Classical Series

Local Event: National Theatre Live - Mrs. Warren's Profession

National Theatre Live - Mrs. Warren's Profession

Mrs. Warren’s Profession by Bernard Shaw Directed by Dominic Cooke
Five-time Olivier Award winner Imelda Staunton (The Crown)...

In 2026, The Wailers celebrate 50 years of Rastaman Vibration, marking a defining moment in reggae history and honoring one of Bob Marley &amp; The Wailers’ most influential albums. This special tour, 50 Years of Positive Vibrations, highlights select cuts from Rastaman Vibrationalongside the timeless classics that continue to unite audiences across generations.
Released in 1976, Rastaman Vibration was a pivotal album that carried reggae’s message of resistance, spirituality, and hope onto the global stage. Songs like “Positive Vibration,” “Roots, Rock, Reggae,” and “War” remain as relevant today as ever — powerful expressions of music as both a cultural force and a call for unity.
Under the leadership of Aston Barrett Jr., son of legendary bassist Aston “Familyman” Barrett, The Wailers continue to honor their roots while carrying the music forward with purpose and authenticity. Joined by Mitchell Brunings, whose soulful vocals and commanding stage presence have captivated audiences worldwide, the band delivers performances that embody the enduring spirit of reggae — uplifting, conscious, and deeply human.Part of the Aquarion Global Voices Series

Local Event: The Wailers - 50 Years of Positive Vibrations

The Wailers - 50 Years of Positive Vibrations

In 2026, The Wailers celebrate 50 years of Rastaman Vibration, marking a defining moment in reggae history and honoring one of...

One of the most lyrical and intimate voices of contemporary jazz piano, Brad Mehldau has forged a unique path, which embodies the essence of jazz exploration, classical romanticism and pop allure. From critical acclaim as a bandleader to major international exposure in collaborations with Pat Metheny, Renee Fleming, and Joshua Redman, Mehldau continues to garner numerous awards and admiration from both jazz purists and music enthusiasts alike. His forays into melding musical idioms, in both trio and solo settings, has seen brilliant re-workings of songs by contemporary songwriters like The Beatles, Cole Porter, Radiohead, Paul Simon, Gershwin and Nick Drake; alongside the ever-evolving breadth of his own significant catalogue of original compositions. With his self-proclaimed affection for popular music and classical training, “Mehldau is the most influential jazz pianist of the last 20 years” (The New York Times).Part of the BMW&nbsp;of Ridgefield Jazz Series

Local Event: Brad Mehldau Trio

Brad Mehldau Trio

One of the most lyrical and intimate voices of contemporary jazz piano, Brad Mehldau has forged a unique path, which embodies...

Now in its 31st year, Pink Martini is an unstoppable engine of joy that continues to bring founderThomas Lauderdale’s mission of multi-cultural connection and inclusion to legendary concert stages on six continents. Presenting a mélange of catchy old-fashioned pop, global color, foot-tapping big band sound, and Hollywood glamour, Oregon’s famous “little orchestra” performs music intended to appeal to everyone, regardless of age or background. The band features a dozen musicians sharing songs in over 25 languages, and collaborates with a wide variety of gifted singers in performance and across the band’s 10 studio albums.
This show will feature: Thomas M. Lauderdale (bandleader and piano), Storm Large (lead vocals), Jimmie Herrod (guest vocals), Thomas Barber (trumpet), Antonis Andreou (trombone), Phil Baker (upright bass), Dan Balmer (guitar), Nicholas Crosa (violin), Anthony Jones (drums), Miguel Bernal (percussion), and Timothy Nishimoto (percussion and vocals).&nbsp;Part of the BMW&nbsp;of Ridgefield Jazz Series

Local Event: Pink Martini

Pink Martini

Now in its 31st year, Pink Martini is an unstoppable engine of joy that continues to bring founderThomas Lauderdale’s mission...

Frida – Viva La Vida is a cinematic documentary event film that highlights the two sides of Frida Kahlo’s spirit: a revolutionary pioneering artist of contemporary feminism, and on the other, a human being tormented by agony and love.&nbsp;
With Asia Argento as narrator, the two faces of the artist will be revealed, by pursuing a common thread consisting of Frida’s own words: letters, diaries and private confessions. The documentary film event will alternate interviews with historical documents, captivating reconstructions, and Frida Kahlo’s own paintings, kept in some of the most amazing museums in Mexico.
Running Time: 93 minutes
Languages spoken: English, Spanish with English subtitlesPart of the FirstLight Home Care Classical Series

Local Event: Great Art on Screen: Frida - Viva La Vida

Great Art on Screen: Frida - Viva La Vida

Frida – Viva La Vida is a cinematic documentary event film that highlights the two sides of Frida Kahlo’s spirit: a...

Following her acclaimed 2024 company debut in Puccini’s Madama Butterfly, soprano Asmik Grigorian returns to the Met as Tatiana, the lovestruck young heroine in this ardent operatic adaptation of Pushkin. Baritone Igor Golovatenko reprises his portrayal of the urbane Onegin, who realizes his affection for her all too late. The Met’s evocative production, directed by Tony Award–winner Deborah Warner, “offers a beautifully detailed reading of … Tchaikovsky’s lyrical romance” (The Telegraph).
Run Time: 3h45m

Local Event: Met Opera Encore in HD: Eugene Onegin

Met Opera Encore in HD: Eugene Onegin

Following her acclaimed 2024 company debut in Puccini’s Madama Butterfly, soprano Asmik Grigorian returns to the Met as...

ALEX EDELMAN – One of the most critically hailed comedians of his generation, Alex Edelman is best known for solo shows that blur the line between his stand-up comedy roots and narrative-driven storytelling. His last offering, JUST FOR US, played more than 500 performances all over the world, including on Broadway before premiering as an HBO original comedy special in April of 2024 earning him a place on the Time 100 list, a Tony Award, and an Emmy award. Edelman appeared in Jerry Seinfeld’s directorial debut for Netflix, UNFROSTED. He is currently developing a movie with A24 that he will write, direct and star in with Marc Platt and Steven Levenson producing. His debut non-fiction collection, I DON’T BELONG HERE, recently sold to Avid Reader at auction. Alex was a staff writer on THE GREAT INDOORS for CBS, a story editor on TEENAGE BOUNTY HUNTERS for Netflix, and the head writer for SATURDAY NIGHT SEDER, which raised over $3.5 million for the CDC Covid-19 Emergency Relief Fund. He has written for outlets such as The Atlantic and The Believer, has written and produced documentaries for the US State Department and ESPN’s “30 for 30” series, and spent more than a decade working as a speechwriter for the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Boston Red Sox. Alex will next be seen starring in THE PAPER, Greg Daniels’s THE OFFICE spinoff, for Peacock. He also writes on the show as a Consulting Producer.Part of the Barts Tree Service Comedy Series

Local Event: Alex Edelman: What Are You Going To Do

Alex Edelman: What Are You Going To Do

ALEX EDELMAN – One of the most critically hailed comedians of his generation, Alex Edelman is best known for solo shows that...

Calling all Swifties to sing your hearts out and sport your Taylor inspired attire! Let’s Sing Taylor – A Live Band Experience – is the ultimate tribute to the music of Taylor Swift. This show includes the most faithful and lively covers of Queen Taylor’s expansive and sacred catalog. Taking the country by storm, Let’s Sing Taylor brings the communal experience of celebrating Taylor’s music in a live setting to Swifties near and far. So, let the games begin. 
Let’s Sing Taylor is fan-sponsored and not endorsed by, directly affiliated with, maintained, authorized, or sponsored by TAS Rights Management, Taylor Swift, or their affiliated entities.Part of the Pepsi Rock Series Handcrafted by American Metal

Local Event: Let's Sing Taylor

Let's Sing Taylor

Calling all Swifties to sing your hearts out and sport your Taylor inspired attire! Let’s Sing Taylor – A Live Band Experience...

At a moment when musical streams are crossing with unprecedented frequency, it’s crucial to remember that throughout its history, New Orleans has been the point at which sounds and cultures from around the world converge, mingle, and resurface, transformed by the Crescent City’s inimitable spirit and joie de vivre. Nowhere is that idea more vividly embodied than in the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, which has held the torch of New Orleans music aloft for more than 65 years, all the while carrying it enthusiastically forward as a reminder that the history they were founded to preserve is a vibrantly living history.
PHJB marches that tradition forward once again on So It Is. The album redefines what New Orleans music means today by tapping into a sonic continuum that stretches back to the city’s Afro-Cuban roots, through its common ancestry with the Afrobeat of Fela Kuti and the Fire Music of Pharoah Sanders and John Coltrane, and forward to cutting-edge artists with whom the PHJB have shared festival stages from Coachella to Newport, including legends like Stevie Wonder, Elvis Costello and the Grateful Dead and modern giants like Beck, The Foo Fighters, My Morning Jacket, and the Black Keys.Part of the BMW&nbsp;of Ridgefield Jazz Series

Local Event: Preservation Hall Jazz Band

Preservation Hall Jazz Band

At a moment when musical streams are crossing with unprecedented frequency, it’s crucial to remember that throughout its...

Included in your opening night ticket is a post-performance reception where you can meet the characters and enjoy refreshments and photo opps!
The Carnival of the Animals&nbsp;is Ridgefield Conservatory of Dance‘s inaugural Spring story ballet, choreographed by Christina Fagundes Turner, and&nbsp;featuring&nbsp;the live music of Camille&nbsp;Saint-Saëns&nbsp;performed by the&nbsp;Ridgefield Symphony Orchestra led by&nbsp;Eric Mahl, poetry by Dr. Michele Gargan, and a special performance by Henry Seth, formerly of New York City Ballet.&nbsp; This delightful children’s ballet is for all ages!&nbsp; Visit the special Carnival boutique for mementos too!Part of the FirstLight Home Care Classical Series&amp; Dimitri's Diner Family Series

Local Event: The Carnival of The Animals By Ridgefield Conservatory of Dance and RSO

The Carnival of The Animals By Ridgefield...

Included in your opening night ticket is a post-performance reception where you can meet the characters and enjoy refreshments...

The Carnival of The Animals By Ridgefield Conservatory of Dance and RSO

Zarna Garg is a comedy trailblazing Indian immigrant mom from New York City. She masterfully infuses humor, wit, and fearless social commentary into her comedy special for Amazon Prime, ‘One in a Billion,’ and her insightful podcast, ‘The Zarna Garg Family Show,’ dissecting modern family dynamics. She headlined her sold-out Practical People Win tour and is the opener for comedy legends Tina Fey and Amy Poehler on their Restless Leg Tour. Zarna has also crossed over to the film world, starring in ‘A Nice Indian Boy.’ Her comedy has been praised by The New York Times and Variety, and with appearances at the prestigious Just For Laughs’ Comedy Tour and ‘Netflix is a Joke Festival’, Zarna has firmly established herself as a staple in the comedy world. Boasting a devoted social media following of 2M+, she passionately advocates for change and representation in comedy and is bravely vocal about criminalizing evil mother-in-law behaviors.

Local Event: Zarna Garg: Million Dollar Excuses

Zarna Garg: Million Dollar Excuses

Zarna Garg is a comedy trailblazing Indian immigrant mom from New York City. She masterfully infuses humor, wit, and fearless...

Al Di Meola occupies a rare and enduring position in contemporary music as a living legend whose work continues to define the present moment. For more than five decades, he has shaped the language of modern instrumental music through an unmistakable synthesis of jazz, rock, Latin, Mediterranean, and world traditions—marked by rhythmic sophistication, compositional intelligence, and extraordinary precision.
Widely regarded as one of the most respected composers in contemporary music, Di Meola’s artistry extends far beyond virtuosity. His compositions are distinguished by intricate rhythmic structures, lyrical melodic architecture, and a deep engagement with global musical traditions. This ability to merge technical mastery with emotional clarity has made his work both enduring and widely studied.
A GRAMMY Award–winning artist, Di Meola is the recipient of the Miles Davis Lifetime Achievement Award and the BBC Lifetime Achievement Award. He is a seven-time recipient of Guitar Player Magazine’s Best Guitarist award and a multi-year winner of DownBeat Magazine’s Readers Poll. His standing among the Greatest Guitarists of All Time is consistently affirmed by leading international publications and cultural institutions.
Al Di Meola’s performances stand as living expressions of mastery, cultural depth, and enduring artistic relevance.
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Part of the Pepsi Rock Series Handcrafted by American Metal<div>&amp; the BMW of Ridgefield Jazz Series</div>

Local Event: Al Di Meola - The Guitarchitect

Al Di Meola - The Guitarchitect

Al Di Meola occupies a rare and enduring position in contemporary music as a living legend whose work continues to define the...

Get ready for Story Pirates Live, featuring fan-favorite songs from the multi-award winning The Story Pirates Podcast and improvised sketch comedy based on ideas from kids in the audience. The Story Pirates believe that all kids are creative geniuses, and they’re ready to prove it with their fast-paced, hilarious and inspiring show for the whole family. Featuring Eric from The Story Pirates Podcast, plus a cast of the funniest Story Pirate actors, singers, and comedians around.&nbsp;Recommended for Ages 5 – 12Part of the Family Series

Local Event: Story Pirates Live

Story Pirates Live

Get ready for Story Pirates Live, featuring fan-favorite songs from the multi-award winning The Story Pirates Podcast and...

<div>Hamlet </div>by William Shakespeare Directed by Robert Hastie
Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life of Pi) is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare’s famous tragedy.
Trapped between duty and doubt, surrounded by power and privilege, young Prince Hamlet dares to ask the ultimate question – you know the one.
National Theatre Deputy Artistic Director, Robert Hastie (Standing at the Sky’s Edge, Operation Mincemeat) directs this sharp, stylish and darkly funny reimagining.
Runtime: 3hPart of the FirstLight Home Care Classical Series
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Local Event: National Theatre Live: Hamlet

National Theatre Live: Hamlet

Hamlet by William Shakespeare Directed by Robert Hastie
Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life of Pi) is Hamlet in this...

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Charis Chamber Voices celebrates America’s 250th birthday with Songs of Democracy: Friday April 24 at 7:30 p.m. at First...

Charis Sings Songs of Democracy

The Remembrance Parade
The Cannon Ridge Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, is pleased to invite...

The Remembrance Parade and Ball 

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ART FOR ACTION, founded by St. James Episcopal Church in 2024, is a juried art exhibition and silent auction that supports...

Art for Action - Silent Auction and Art Exhibit 

An Evening of Conversation & Song with Ridgefield’s Own Stephen Schwartz Special Guest Appearance by Paul Shaffer
Experience an...

An Evening with Stephen Schwartz with Special Guest Paul Shaffer

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MENTAL HEALTH Sunday

Based on the concept that science and kindness can be used to help people change, this 5 session seminar offers a new...

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Robin Pecknold (From Fleet Foxes)

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I Love The 80's Featuring Flock of Seagulls, Bow Wow Wow, and Animotion

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The Pout Pout Fish 11am & 2pm

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Brad Garrett

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Madeleine Peyroux: We Are America

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Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 E Ridge Rd, Ridgefield, CT

Don't Let The Pigeon Drive The Bus! The Musical!

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Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 E Ridge Rd, Ridgefield, CT

National Theatre Live - Mrs. Warren's Profession

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Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 E Ridge Rd, Ridgefield, CT

The Wailers - 50 Years of Positive Vibrations

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Brad Mehldau Trio

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Pink Martini

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Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 E Ridge Rd, Ridgefield, CT

Great Art on Screen: Frida - Viva La Vida

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Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 E Ridge Rd, Ridgefield, CT

Met Opera Encore in HD: Eugene Onegin

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12:55 PM

Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 E Ridge Rd, Ridgefield, CT

Alex Edelman: What Are You Going To Do

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Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 E Ridge Rd, Ridgefield, CT

Let's Sing Taylor

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Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 E Ridge Rd, Ridgefield, CT

Preservation Hall Jazz Band

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Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 E Ridge Rd, Ridgefield, CT

The Carnival of The Animals By Ridgefield Conservatory of Dance and RSO