Bearsville Theater unveils a vibrant season of concerts that spans generations, genres, and musical storytelling at its finest. The lineup blends legendary voices, adventurous songcraft, and communal joy. Highlights include family-friendly afternoons with The Rock and Roll Playhouse(2/7) celebrating the music of The Beatles, intimate and powerful performances from Margo Price(2/26), Patterson Hood & John Moreland(3/21), and boundary-pushing artists like Mike Gordon(3/13), The Barr Brothers(2/21), Keller Williams(4/3), The Nude Party(4/20), Pete Francis(2/13), J.C. Hopkins(2/19), and more. The full concert calendar and ticket information are available at bearsvilletheater.com.
Bearsville Theater — The Bearsville Theater sits in the legendary Bearsville Center located in Woodstock, N.Y., a historic creative hub once home to artists who helped shape American music. Today, the venue blends rich musical heritage with modern intimacy, featuring an exceptional-sounding concert hall and a welcoming lounge space that hosts live music, film screenings, dance parties, and community events. The theater offers extraordinary acoustics, clear sightlines, and a rare closeness between artists and audience, creating shows that feel personal and immersive. The Lounge includes a full bar, couches and tables, and offers its own uniquely intimate show experience.
Bearsville Center — A 15-acre enclave in Woodstock, has served as a touchstone in music history since the 1960s, when then-owner and leading artist manager/entrepreneur Albert Grossman welcomed musical luminaries—including longtime client Bob Dylan—to his Catskills home for creative inspiration. With the construction of Bearsville Studios in 1969, major artists, including Patti Smith, The Rolling Stones, REM, Muddy Waters, Todd Rundgren, Rush, and The Pretenders, recorded at Bearsville until the studio’s closing in the early 2000s. The renowned performance space, Bearsville Theater, which opened in 1989, was constructed from an 18th-century ‘Dutch’ barn and designed by John Storyk, creator of Electric Lady Studios for Jimi Hendrix. Today, the property named Bearsville Center comprises the Bearsville Theater, Tinker Street Tavern, Pho Tibet, The Bear Cantina, residences, and the Utopia Sound Stage, a live Recording Studio, designed in 1979 as an innovative video studio for Todd Rundgren.
UPCOMING SHOWS
Jan 30 – “We Are Fugazi From Washington D.C.” Film Screening Movie comprising crowd sourced, fan recorded live shows and rare archive footage of Fugazi curated by Joe Gross, Joseph Pattisall and Jeff Krulik.
Feb 6 – Gimme Gimme Disco a DJ based dance party playing all your favorite ABBA tracks, plus plenty of other disco hits from the 70s & 80’s like The Bee Gees, Donna Summer, Cher, & so much more.
Feb 7 – The Rock and Roll Playhouse plays Music of The Beatles + More for Kids A family-friendly show where kids and grown-ups alike can move, play, and sing the timeless hits of The Beatles.
Feb 7 – “John Price: How Lucky Can One Man Get” Film Screening Directed by Jim Shea, a documentary featuring previously unreleased footage of beloved singer-songwriter John Prine performing a benefit show at his hometown high school in 2010.
Feb 13 – Pete Francis with Morrissey BLVD Founding member of Dispatch, Francis blends heartfelt lyrics with soulful indie-rock melodies.
Feb 14 – The Weight Band Featuring former members of The Band & Levon Helm Band.
Feb 15 – Mike Mattison & Trash Magic Member of Tedeschi Trucks Band and Scrapomatic, Mattison blends folk, rock, and experimental sounds.
Feb 19 – J.C. Hopkins with Maia Jarrett Record release show for Hopkins’ long-awaited album It’s a Sad and Beautiful World featuring collaborations with the legendary Levon Helm and Garth Hudson.
Feb 20 – North Mississippi Allstars A gritty, electrifying showcase of Southern blues, roots, and swampy grooves.
Feb 21 – The Barr Brothers with Land of Talk Known for their richly textured, genre-blending sound that fuses folk, rock, and soul with intricate harmonies and dynamic instrumentation.
Feb 26 – Margo Price with Meels One of country music’s most powerful voices.
Feb 27 – Larry Campbell & Friends: Bill Frisell and Tony Trischka A special, virtuosic gathering of Americana legends for a night of improvisation and brilliance.
Feb 28 – Back To The Eighties Show with Jessie’s Girl The world’s greatest tribute to the music of the ‘80s.
Mar 1 – Two Dark Birds Record Release Celebrate the release of their latest record Dreamers of the Golden Dream (Vol. 1) recorded right here in the Catskills,
Mar 6 – Tophouse Genre-defying group known for their inventive fusion of rock, jazz, and experimental sounds, driven by virtuosic musicianship and bold arrangements.
Mar 7 – eucademix Yuka Honda is a composer, producer, and sonic innovator whose work defies genre and convention.
Mar 8 – Spafford Known for their astonishing improvisational ability and off-the-cuff extended jams.
Mar 13 – Mike Gordon Bassist and vocalist of Phish, celebrated for his adventurous playing, improvisational skill, and genre-spanning solo work.
Mar 14 – Space Bacon with Kale A psychedelic adventure packed with cosmic grooves and exploratory jams.
Mar 15 – Yasmin Williams An intimate showcase of stunning fingerstyle guitar and emotive melodies.
Mar 19 – Drew Angus A soulful blend of Americana storytelling and rich musical textures.
Mar 20 – Patrick Watson with La Force An ethereal journey of cinematic pop and orchestral soundscapes.
Mar 21 – Patterson Hood & John Moreland Hood, frontman of Drive-By Truckers, and singer-songwriter Moreland are celebrated for their Southern storytelling and emotionally raw songs.
Mar 24 – Matt Berlinger with Ronny Frontman of The National known for his deep baritone voice and introspective, poetic songwriting.
Mar 25 – BERTHA: Grateful Drag The worlds first drag tribute to the music of the Grateful Dead.
Mar 28 – Andy Hull with Brother Bird The frontman of Manchester Orchestra delivers an intimate evening of hauntingly beautiful acoustic songs.
Mar 29 – Old 97’s with Lizzie No High-octane alt-country anthems from one of the genre’s most enduring bands.
Mar 30 – Stick Men ft. Tony Levin, Pat Mastelotto, and Markus Reuter Progressive rock mastery with virtuosic bass, drums, and touch-style guitar.
Mar 31 – Joseph with The Man The Myth The Meatslab Powerful blood harmonies meet soulful storytelling in this intimate indie-folk evening.
Apr 2 – James McMurtry with BettySoo Heartfelt storytelling and razor-sharp lyrics delivered with raw Americana flair.
Apr 3 – Keller Williams One-man-band magic blending rock, folk, and looping wizardry live on stage.
Apr 11 – Master of the Telecaster ft. GE Smith, Larry Campbell & Jim Weider A celebration of guitar mastery and rock ‘n’ roll history.
Apr 12 – Shadowgrass with Conor Wenk Dynamic bluegrass music featuring virtuosic instrumentation and infectious energy.
Apr 17 + 18 – Two Nights with They Might Be Giants 2 very different shows. 8-piece band. 3 horns. 2 sets. 0 openers. Starts early. Gets loud.
Apr 20 – The Nude Party with Tobacco City A night of garage rock and indie fun.
Apr 25 – The Afghan Whigs 40th Anniversary Tour with Mercury Rev A legendary career celebrated with soulful alt-rock and electrifying performances.
May 5 – The Psychology of Serial Killers and Why They Captivate Us with Dr. Rachel Toles An insightful, chilling, and fascinating deep dive into the human psyche.
May 16 – The Mountain Goats Indie-folk storytelling at its finest with emotionally charged, singalong songs.
May 27 – Camera Obscura A dreamy pop journey with lush melodies and nostalgic charm.
Jun 9 – mekons with The Sadies A genre-defying evening blending punk, country, and experimental rock.
