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El Caldero featuring ALEJANDRO JIMENEZ
The Poets Cauldron featuring ALEJANDRO JIMENEZ
Sunday May 5, 5-8pm
$20 suggested donation at the door
Host: BrujaTheVillain
Poetry Open Mic / Vendors / Music / Featured Poet
House Band: Melo Green (100% original music!)
About:
ALEJANDRO JIMENEZ is a nationally and internationally recognized poet and writer from Colima, Mexico, living in New Mexico. His work centers and touches on cultural identity, race/ethnicity, immigrant narratives, masculinity, memory, and the intersection of them all. He was featured in TIME Magazine as one of 80 Mexican artists shaping contemporary Mexican culture. His work, and personal story, are the subject of a short documentary for the PBS series, American Masters: In The Making, which highlights emerging cultural icons. Representing Mexico, he was runner-up at the 2023 World Poetry Slam Championship in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He was the 2021 Mexican National Poetry Slam Champion, he is a two-time National Poetry Slam Semi-Finalist (in the US), multiple time TEDx Speaker/Performer, and Emmy-nominated poet. His debut poetry collection, There Will Be Days, Brown Boy, is forthcoming from MouthFeel Press. He is a middle and high school counselor and finds very little to be worth more than laughing with the students he works with.He is a TIN HOUSE Writers Workshop participant. His work has appeared in The Acentos Review, The Latino Book Review, Yellowscene, As/Us Journal, Rethinking Schools, and other publications. He has also been featured in Radar2021|Telemundo|NBCUniversal and Tracksmith. His self-published book, Moreno. Prieto. Brown. (2017), has sold over 3,000 copies and has been incorporated in curricula across various school districts.
The Poets Cauldron featuring TJ Reynolds
The Poets Cauldron featuring TJ Reynolds
Sunday April 21, 6-9pm
$20 suggested donation at the door
Host: BrujaTheVillain
Poetry Open Mic / Vendors / Music / Featured Poet
House Band: Melo Green (100% original music!)
ABOUT:
Welcome to The Poets Cauldron! Join us at The White Room for a magical evening filled with poetry, spoken word, and creative vibes. This in-person event is a gathering of wordsmiths, dreamers, and lovers of all things lyrical. Get ready to be enchanted by the power of words as poets from all walks of life come together to share their art. Whether you're a seasoned poet or just starting out, everyone is welcome to step up to the mic and share their verse. So bring your creativity, your passion, and your love for poetry, and let's brew some magic in The Poets Cauldron!
Information about this month's headliner: TJ Reynolds
Anthony “TJ” Reynolds is a multi-discipline, multi-racial artist, musician and educator originally from Indianapolis, and now living in Arlington, Ma. As a visual artist, Reynolds currently has a solo show hanging at the City Natives Gallery in Indianapolis, work in the Spencer Museum of Art in Kansas and the Arlington Town Hall in Massachusetts.
As a musician and performer, Reynolds has been featured multiple times nationally on NPR, performed spoken word in Slams across the country, won rap battles as well as a Moth Story competition. Reynolds was recently featured in an original freestyle rap performance as part of Entropy Festival at the Boston Performing Arts Center. He was part of the 2023 Lizard Lounge Slam Team.
Reynolds currently teaches elementary visual art for an urban public school.
The Poets Cauldron featuring Elijah Divine
The Poets Cauldron featuring Elijah Divine https://www.instagram.com/elijahdivine/
Sunday March 17, 6-9pm
$20 suggested donation at the door
Host: BrujaTheVillain
Poetry Open Mic / Vendors / Music / Featured Poet
House Band: Melo Green (100% original music!)
https://www.instagram.com/melogreen___/
About:
Deep within the heart of downtown Worcester, amidst the bustling cityscape, lies the clandestine lair known only to a select few – The Poet's Cauldron. What appears to be an unassuming venue by day transforms into a sanctuary of artistic alchemy as night descends. Legend has it that The Poet's Cauldron was discovered by BrujaTheVillain during a serendipitous exploration of the city's hidden corners. Beneath the surface of ordinary life, they stumbled upon a forgotten space, an old warehouse with echoes of forgotten tales and the scent of ancient magic lingering in the air. With a stroke of their creative wand, BrujaTheVillain breathed life into this hidden gem, turning it into a haven for poets, artists, and those who sought the elixir of inspiration. The space became a cauldron of creativity, bubbling with the potent concoction of spoken words, visual arts, and the enchantment of live performances. The entrance, obscured by the veil of ordinary reality, leads those initiated into the realm of The Poet's Cauldron. Once inside, guests find themselves surrounded by an otherworldly ambiance – dimly lit by the glow of mystical symbols and adorned with tapestries that tell tales of forgotten epochs. The stage, the epicenter of this creative sanctum, serves as a portal where words transcend mere language, transforming into spells that captivate the audience. The air is thick with the energy of expression, and the audience becomes part of a secret society, bound by the shared experience of witnessing the birth of art. As each monthly gathering unfolds, The Poet's Cauldron becomes a beacon for those who seek refuge from the mundane, a secret lair where the ordinary transforms into the extraordinary. It's a place where poets become sorcerers, artists become alchemists, and the audience becomes witnesses to the magic woven within the words. The legend of The Poet's Cauldron grows with each passing month, whispered among the artistic circles as a space where creativity knows no bounds. And in the heart of downtown Worcester, this secret lair continues to be a testament to the transformative power of art, a refuge for those who dare to explore the depths of their imagination.
NYC-based cellist Kirsten Jermé
NYC-based cellist Kirsten Jermé at The White Room
Doors open at 5pm
Music starts at 5:30
Free and open to the public
Cash bar, complimentary hors-d'œuvrs
NYC-based cellist Kirsten Jermé performs a concert of works for solo cello and cello plus additional sound component at The White Room on Sunday, March 10th.
The program features Shirish Korde's Anusvara ("After Sound") for solo cello with tanpura drone, J.S. Bach's Suite No. 4 in E-flat Major for Unaccompanied Violoncello, Nathalie Joachim's Dam Mwen Yo for cello and recorded voices, and Gity Razaz's Legend of Sigh for solo cello and fixed electronics, including pre-recorded cello by Inbal Segev.
An active performer and educator in New York, Kirsten is currently a D.M.A. candidate at the CUNY Graduate Center, where she worked with Marcy Rosen. For more information, please visit www.kirstenjermecello.com/about.
Jack Soref Trio
The Jack Soref Trio are coming back to the White Room Sunday February 25th! We're excited to share some of our favorite music with you, as well as some new Jack Soref originals that will be getting their public debut! Expect swinging jazz, impressionistic old world melodies, crackling bebop, and a fun night featuring a whole lot of guitar!
Doors open at 6pm,
Admission is free
Donations are encouraged
The Poets Cauldron featuring Cliff Notez
The Poets Cauldron featuring Cliff Notez
Sunday Feb 18, 6-9pm
$20 suggested donation at the door
Host: BrujaTheVillain
Poetry Open Mic / Vendors / Music / Featured Poet
House Band: Melo Green (100% original music!)
https://www.instagram.com/melogreen___/
ABOUT:
Come join us for an enchanting evening of poetry, spoken word, and creativity at The White Room! Immerse yourself in the magical world of words as talented poets from near and far gather to share their thoughts, emotions, and stories.
Get ready to be captivated by the power of language, as this month's headlining poet Cliff Notez, weave their words into beautiful tapestries of emotions and experiences. Whether you're a seasoned poet or just curious about the art form, this event promises to inspire, entertain, and leave you with a renewed appreciation for the written and spoken word.
February is Black History Month mark your calendars and bring your friends along for an unforgettable night of poetic expressions at The Poets Cauldron in The White Room. Let your imagination run wild and be part of this extraordinary gathering of wordsmiths!
($20.00 suggested donation)
Read more below about Cliff Notez and their legacy.
Prolific collaborator and award-winning multimedia artist Cliff Notez seamlessly manifests a mix of hip hop, jazz, folk, soul and R&B that’s been likened to “Kendrick Lamar’s To Pimp A Butterfly, blended with the paranoia of Radiohead’s Kid A.”
Their music reveals the repercussions of trauma, exposes the realities of the Black experience, and shares an intimate journey towards healing. Heavy lyrical themes are often juxtaposed with uplifting sounds: bright horns, sparkling keys, snappy percussion and glowing guitar riffs. Cliff’s art is the perfect visual accompaniment for all of these themes, creating work that is both emotionally challenging while layered with colorful, playful imagery.
Cliff Notez’s work has caught the attention of publications like The New York Times, NPR, The Boston Globe, and Boston Herald, among others and have garnered shoutouts from the likes of Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley. They performed at Boston Calling Music Festival in 2022 and have previously shared the stage with Ja Rule and Gym Class Heroes. Cliff Had their first solo art Exhibition at the Dorchester Art Project in 2020, then Followed it up with a solo show at FPAC assemblage in 2022 on the Boston’s Seaport.
It’s no surprise Uproxx dubbed Cliff “one of the most remarkable music figures in Boston,” as their influence extends far beyond the hip hop scene. Passionate about social justice and amplifying Black stories, Cliff Notez has worked hard to give back to their local community and to lobby for inclusion. Currently an Assistant Professor at the Berklee College of Music and Tufts University—and having previously taught at Harvard, MIT, Emerson, and Northeastern University—Notez shares their industry expertise in college classrooms teaching classes on ranging from Song-Writing to Film-Making.
As the founder of digital media company HipStory, Cliff Notez brought hip hop to one of the largest art museums in the world. Their programming for the Late Nite series at the Museum of Fine Arts created an opportunity for rappers to perform at one of Boston’s most prestigious institutions—giving the genre access to cultural conversations it is often left out of.
Cliff Notez was named “Best Musician” and one of the “100 Most Influential Bostonians” by Boston Magazine, and listed among the “50 Most Influential Bostonians” by Boston Common Magazine. With over 11 Boston Music Award nominations and as the winner of “Song of the Year” in 2020 and the coveted “Best New Artist” award in 2018, Cliff Notez continues to be a central figure of the Boston arts’ scene.
In 2023 Cliff Notez embarks on an sonically adventurous release schedule of 5 singles that pave the intro for his next opus, All Us in Wonderland, beginning with the first track “Could Be Normal” on Feb. 14th that calls back to the lyrical delivery of Outkast and the wonderment of Prince.
The Poet's Cauldron featuring Brandie Blaze
The Poet's Cauldron featuring Brandie Blaze
Sunday, January 21, 6:00 - 9:00 pm
$20 suggested donation at the door
Host: BrujaTheVillain
Poetry Open Mic / Vendors / Featured Poet
House Band: Melo Green (100% original music)
Vendors, food and cash bar featuring Redemption Rock Brewing Co's new craft beer inspired by The Poet's Cauldron!
ABOUT:
Thanks to this magnificent community and our sponsors, Bedlam Book Cafe and Femme Bar we can officially mark our calendars for a night of poetic brilliance and vibrant rhythms! On January 21, 2024, from 6 to 9 pm, at The White Room, Worcester (138 Green St) we’re not just celebrating one, but two milestones. Join us as we commemorate our one year of captivating spoken word performances and raise a toast to Redemption Rock Brewing Co. remarkable five-year journey. Sip on the exclusive beer crafted just for this occasion and feast your eyes on the unique beer design created in collaboration with our poetic vibes. Plates of food will also be sold during our event, come hungry! The stage will be all the way live with the fierce and fantastic Brandie Blaze, a Boston Rapper bringing her unparalleled energy to the celebration. This is more than an event; it’s a fusion of creativity, community, and the art of brewing. Join us for an unforgettable night under the stars as we toast to the past and raise our glasses to the exciting future ahead.
CELEBRATE: The Joy Of Tenacity
CELEBRATE
the joy of tenacity
This group show honors the creative spirit and the persistent instinct to shape ideas into form.
Opening Reception:
Thursday January 18: 5:30 - 8:30pm
Free and Open to the Public
Participating Artists:
Jennessa Burks
Germán Chiriboga
José Criollo
Mags Munroe
Jenny Okumura
Moe Pope
Emily Sandagata
Aico Shikakibito
Sharinna Travieso
John Vo
“Loom in Essence” a SAORI Worcester exhibition
SAORI Worcester presents “Loom in Essence”
100+ textile works by 25 weavers.
Opening Reception: Wed Dec 6, 5:30 - 8pm
Fashion show: 6:30pm
Free and open to the public
SAORI Weaving is pure improvisation from the heart, with no premeditated pattern in mind. Colors unfold, designs emerge, and beauty blooms directly from the genius of each unique individual working in harmony with loom, thread, and the spark of the moment.
Makes Like A Girl Market
Makes Like A Girl is Craft Market for Female Makers on December 2nd, 12-4pm
Wine and Beer are available at The White Room Bar.
Happening during the Canal District Holiday Stroll. Plan your full day in The Canal District.
Shop from 20 local women selling the coolest handmade items just in time for the gift-giving season!
Facebook Event Page: https://fb.me/e/6bBEZoVnZ
NIGHT HAWK ART MARKET Vendors of original local art
NIGHT HAWK ART MARKET
Vendors of original local art
Saturday November 18, 4-8pm
Free and open to the public
complimentary snacks / cash bar
Vendors at this market are all artists that have participated and exhibited at White Room exhibitions 2022-2023
Artists will be selling paintings, prints, crafts and other original works of art.
Participating vendors to date:
Katherine Aguilar
Scott Boilard
José Criollo
Timothy Doyle
Tim Gannon
S. Hachey
Don Hartmann
Dan Hunt
Patti Kelly
Doreen M. LaScola
Rose LeBeau
Piyali Mazumdar
Christopher McGovern
Parker Milgram
Abu Mwenye
Kim Noonan
Joe Sheehan
Jill Marie Strait
Jean Carlos Velez
John Võ
Armandi Tsayn with special guests Razavaz live at The White Room
Armandi Tsayn with special guests Razavaz live at The White Room
Sunday, November 12, 2023
Doors open at 6pm
Music starts at 6:30
$20 ticket online/door (cash or credit acceptable)
TICKET LINK: https://checkout.square.site/buy/76WV5YAYIAMGNZN2PCO3YTFP
THE WHITE ROOM
138 Green Street, Worcester Ma
Lower level, rear entrance
About Armadi Tsayn :::
"Armadi Tsayn, which means “Sounds/Voice of the Roots” in Armenian, pays homage to the rich musical heritage of the Armenian Highlands and the captivating melodies of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). The band’s unique style draws inspiration from these regions and infuses them with a touch of modernity, resulting in a mesmerizing musical experience." - Rupen Janbazian, TorontoHye 2023
About RazAvaz :::
Tar and Vocal: Ali Arshi
Oud: Taba Kalantari
Clarinet and Kamanche: Mehrpouya Daneshvar
Percussion: Stefanos Athinaios
"Noise Show" a night of experimental music...
"Noise Show" a night of experimental music...
Sunday November 5, 6-9pm
Free and open to the public
Performances by:
- Joseph Bastardo @joebastardo
- Marie Carroll @marie.wav Rebecca Schrader @rebeccamstudio
- NxCx @scabdul @samgascan
- Varient State @brightwoodprojects Michael Rosenstein Mark Linga
AURA: RADIANT-ILLUMINATED-ICONIC - ARTIST TALKS
AURA: RADIANT-ILLUMINATED-ICONIC - ARTIST TALKS
Sunday November 5, 1-4pm
Free and open to public, complimentary appetizers.
Presentation and discussion with three iconic AURA artists!
2:00 pm, TED LILLEY: “Painting in Three Dimensions”
'During my professional life as materials scientist I was always interested in innovation. For example at St Gobain/Norton I led an R and D group seeking to create new or improved high tech ceramic materials for medical application, eg replacement hip joints. Once my scientific work came to an end I slowly became an artist but always thinking of innovation for the process art I was developing. This has led me to make my paintings three dimensional, flat no more.
The deformed paper on which I paint catches the light simultaneously at all kind of different angles. the optical effect can be spectacular when the colors unite to form a coherent whole.'
2.40 pm, MADELEINE LORD: “Junk for Joy”
Viewing and discussing multiple welded and cut and painted steel sculptures throughout the gallery.
3.20 pm, ERIC NICHOLS: "Pandemic Haircut"
Discussing his Lithophane artwork and his use of 3-D printing technology.
The Poet’s Cauldron
It’s going to be an incredible poetry show with not one, but two talented poets joining us on stage! Get ready to be captivated by their words and transported to another world. Don’t miss this unforgettable event! It’s giving Punk and Soul. We’re talking about @narklizard and @wonder_woman24 !!!
House Band @melogreen___
Sponsors @femmebarworcester @bedlambookcafe
$20 suggested donation
Located @whiteroomworcester
138 Green St, Worcester
Entrance in the back by the courtyard
AURA: RADIANT-ILLUMINATED-ICONIC
AURA: RADIANT-ILLUMINATED-ICONIC
Opening Reception: Friday October 13, 6-9pm
Bask in the light and sound of AURA:RADIANT-ILLUMINATED-ICONIC, a 19 artist group exhibition featuring works on paper, painting, photography, metal, glass and light sculpture, sound instalation and multi media works, bringing the viewer in contact with the collective iconic aura of creativity and imagination.
Participating Artists:
Kevin Boucher
Jennessa Burks
Bruce Card
José Criollo
Jena DelCid
Katie Dye
Jesse Kenas Collins
Rose LeBeau
Chelsea LeBeau
Edward Lilley
Madeleine Lord
Kate Morgan
Abu Mwenye
Eric Nichols
Maggi Randall
Michael Rosenstein
Eva Rosenstiel
Brittany Severance
Raphaele Shirley
THE ED MELIKIAN ENSEMBLE - MIDDLE EASTERN DANCE PARTY !!!
The Ed Melikian Ensemble featuring Belly Dancing by Sabine
Join The Ed Melikian and his ensemble for a magical night of Middle Eastern music! Dance floor open, complimentary hors d'oeuvres and cash bar.
Saturday September 30
Doors at 7pm
Music starts at 7:30pm
$10 at the door or online
Online ticket link: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLGBJ0YQGRAX6/checkout/JXWCEVZFGH277D445NBK25GS
The Ed Melikian Ensemble :::
Ed Melikian is an oudist and vocalist specializing in the music of the near and middle east. He has toured throughout the United States and abroad and has been performing and recording professionally for well over 6 decades. Before releasing his latest recording featuring his own band, The Ed Melikian Ensemble, Ed recorded several albums with many of the top musicians and singers in the World Music genre. His repertoire consists of authentic music of Armenian, Greek, Turkish, Arabic and Israeli cultures, melded together with western, jazz-flavored improvisational flare. In the mid to late 1970's, Ed appeared on 3 of George Abdo's belly dance albums. Over the years The Ed Melikian Ensemble has featured some very talented musicians. The current band has Gary Kashmanian on dumbeg – an hourglass-shaped drum, Bruce Gigarjian on guitar, master musician Mal Barsamian on clarinet, and Ed on the oud, an ancient stringed instrument first discovered in Persia in the 7th century that predates all other stringed instruments. Ed is also the featured Oudist on four CD's released by the 9-piece Folk/Rock/Jazz/Indie group, Jubilee Gardens, and was featured on Ryan Flaherty's Hungry Moon CD as well as the group, Hat On Drinking Wine’s CD Plastic Flowers.
Ed has released two cd's of his own: (1) The Ed Melikian Ensemble UNVEILED featuring Mal Barsamian on Alto Sax; (2) Homage to Leon featuring the late Leon Manoogian on dumbeg. Ed can be reached by email at: oudplayer@hotmail.com
Bachata Y Más - Dance Social!
BLUE FLAMINGO ENTERTAINMENT presents..Bachata Y Más - Dance Social!
Dance your SUNDAY night away! DJ Black Mamba will play Bachata, Salsa, Merengue and other Latin and mixed genre music you will love.
New to Latin dance? Come learn!!!
Already taking lessons? Come practice!!!
And if you already know, then come have good time!!!
The White Room features a beautiful Art Gallery and a full bar with your favorite local and imported beers, as well as spirits and wine. Don't forget to try the Blue Flamingo Drink Menu!
Admission:
$6 ONLINE, $10 AT THE DOOR
The Poet's Cauldron featuring Toussaint Liberator
Welcome to The Poet's Cauldron! Located at The White Room, sponsored by Femme Bar and The Bedlam Book Cafe, located in the Canal District. Join us for an enchanting evening of words, rhythm, and magic. This in-person event will be held at The White Room, an excellent gallery that sets the perfect ambiance for a night of poetic exploration. Immerse yourself in the depths of creativity as talented poets from all walks of life take the stage to mesmerize you with their verses. If you appreciate the beauty of language, this event promises to ignite your imagination and leave you spellbound. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of an unforgettable evening that celebrates the power of poetry, art and music. Come, sip on inspiration, and let your soul be stirred by The Cauldron.
$20 suggested donation at the door
Information about this months Headliner: Toussaint Liberator
Toussaint the Liberator has inspired the Boston music scene with his unique and soulful voice ever since he arrived in 2001. Originally from Kokomo, Indiana - Toussaint was brought up as the son of a Pastor and Choir Director; blessed with a style and cadence that spans many genres which are deeply rooted in gospel. In a perfect symbiosis with his vocals, he is also masterfully skilled in playing the djembe, which is woven into every performance and gives the audience a glimpse into his meditation with rhythm from his ancestors.
He quickly made a name for himself, initially fronting the band Red Pill, then The China band. In 2007, he wrote and recorded the album "No Place Like Soul" with the band Soulive and was featured on their international tour, opening for legendary artists such as Isaac Hayes, The Rolling Stones, and The Dave Matthews Band. In 2010, he made waves in the reggae scene when he wrote and released a solo album called Black Gold, from IGrade Records in St. Croix.
His presence and undeniable charisma is hard hitting and full of grit, with a velvety sound that lingers in your mind long after the music ends.
Tabla and Sitar concert with Partha Bose and Indranil Mallick
Barin Bando, Asish Bhattacharya and The White Room presents an evening of Classical Indian Music
Partha Bose on Sitar & Indranil Mallick on Tabla
Sunday, September 3, 6-9pm
Tickets $20 at door cash/credit
Purchase tickets in advance: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLGBJ0YQGRAX6/checkout/E2Q4I6ZONJUK6CF4NINRLCQ7
The White Room
138 Green Street (lower level)
Worcester Ma
- About Partha Bose
Internationally recognized as a leading instrumentalist, Sitar Maestro PARTHA BOSE continues his musical journey beyond 5 decades of training under Maihar Gharana Guru Pandit Monoj Shankar.
Performances in major festivals across 5 continents, lecdems & workshops at reputed universities, distinguish his presence in the global cultural arena. International media - including BBC, Voice of America, Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, German Radio, Voice of Russia, Indian Radio & Television - have featured Bose in interviews & performances.
Tabla Legend Pandit Kishen Maharaj acknowledged his virtuosity by accompanying him in a historic concert in Kolkata in 2006. Recipient of NIKHIL BANERJEE MEMORIAL AWARD, BANGA GOURAB AWARD & titles of SANGEET RATNA & VADYA SHIROMANI, Partha Bose was invited by the Government of India to lead a cultural delegation to represent the country in the Golden Jubilee celebrations of Independence in Africa.
Having entered the 6th decade of his life, after years of performances, accolades, worldwide travel, Pandit Partha Bose holds on to a realisation - that, in Music, there's a lesson to be learnt every day.
- About Indranil Mallick
Talent, virtuosity and youthful dynamism blend in perfect proportion to project INDRANIL MALLICK as a leading TABLA-PLAYER of his generation. Intensive training since the age of 5 under eminent masters including uncle MONTU MALLICK, Prof DHABOL BANDYOPADHYAY, Shri UTTAM CHAKRABORTY and currently, Living Legend Pandit SWAPAN CHAUDHURI has shaped INDRANIL's rich repertoire and contributed to his reputation in the national & international arena.
INDRANIL has also distinguished himself in cross-over collaborations with western musicians including a recent project with Miles Davis Electric Band.
INDIAN RADIO & TELEVISION have awarded INDRANIL "A GRADE " together with distinguished musicians of India.
Lauded by connoisseurs & critics for his solo performances and accompaniment with renowned musicians, INDRANIL was the FIRST TABLA-PLAYER to receive the prestigious PANDIT BHIMSEN JOSHI AWARD in 2015
First Fridays in The Canal District presents: THE HIP SWAYERS
First Fridays in The Canal District presents: THE HIP SWAYERS
Live on The Crompton Place Patio
5-8pm - Free and open to the public
Crompton Place shops open late till 8pm:
Crompton Collective
The White Room Art Gallery
Bedlam Book Cafe
Seed to Stem
Haberdash Worcester
BirchTree Bread Co. (9pm)
-- About First Fridays in The Canal District:
The Canal District is the nightlife hub of Central Mass, any given night find bars and restaurants teeming with life, live music, food and good spirits. Visit the Canal District on First Fridays to sample all this vibrant, walkable and stimulating neighborhood has to offer!
At The Crompton Place Building (138 Green Street) retail shops will be open late till 8pm for late night shopping fun; Crompton Collective, The White Room Art Gallery, Bedlam Book Cafe, Seed to Stem, Haberdash Worcester, BirchTree Bread Co. (open till 9pm)
-- About The Hip Swayers
Hailing from the hills of West Tatnuck, the Hip Swayers are a good time, get up and dance band. Their music combines tight rhythms, searing solos and soulful harmonies in an eclectic mix of catchy originals, old time country, and twangy, reverb-soaked surf that keeps your toes tapping and your hips swaying.
Dave Blodgett, vocals and guitar
It's been said that Dave was born singing. True or not, Dave's passion and versatility can be heard belting out tunes from The Louvin Brothers, Johnny Cash, Lefty, Hank, and the Merles, as well as his own carefully crafted compositions. His finger-picking guitar style echoes that of the great Merle Travis.
Toni Ostrow, bass and vocals
Post-punk proto-grunge thrasher turned roots rock devotee, Toni holds down the bottom that drives the band. Her interpretations of Patti Smith and Melba Montgomery tunes and her own Kerouac inspired lyrics contribute to the band's eclectic repertoire.
Dave Niles, guitar, slide, lap steel
A legend in his own mind, Dave is a master of many styles and techniques, some of them even noteworthy. Hailing from Boston (or New Hampshire, we're not really sure), he grew up listening to Clyde Joy, Rex Trailer, Ricky Nelson and anything British.
Mark Cherrington, drums
Mark has blessed stages from Beantown to Buffalo and Omaha to Santa Fe. His relentless pursuit of the perfect backbeat can be heard on any given night, even when he's relaxing at home. A westerner at heart (he lives somewhere in the Pioneer Valley), his playing conjures up dusty roads, cattle drives and the wide open prairie on the outskirts of Amherst.
The Poet's Cauldron featuring MOE POPE!
The Poets Cauldron featuring MOE POPE!
Sunday August 20, 6-9pm
$20 Suggested Donation
Once again Bruja the Villain is back hosting another phenomenal community event! Sponsoring us this month is The Bedlam Book Cafe and Femme Bar located in the Canal District, Worcester. Featuring two guest speakers of the month and vendors along with our August Headliner the one and only MOE POPE!
Moe Pope, born and raised in Roxbury, Ma, formerly of Crown City Rockers, Electric Company, along with members Anonymous and Raheem Jamal later came together to form Project Move. As life alters and begins to modify Pope continued his work as a contemporary visual artist and lyricist bringing life to albums such as Chls, Let the Right Ones In, Life after God and most currently his work with STLGLD.
STLGLD formed in 2014 by Moe Pope and producer The Arcitype, the group comes with a powerful message reflecting on the importance of life through the magic of wordplay and music. Their exhilarating live shows have quickly earned them the reputation as one of the most exciting bands to come out of New England. Join us Sunday, August 20, 2023 from 6 to 9pm.
We are so excited to see you again! We have a $20 suggested donation. Free on street parking, hors d'oeuvres will be served on the house, and cash bar. Can't wait to see you there!
de·li·cious: color, feeling, taste...
de·li·cious: color, feeling, taste...
Join us for the opening reception of "de·li·cious", a 17 artist group show that explores the color, feeling and taste of flavorsome and luscious visual art!
Opening Reception: Friday August 18th, 6-9pm
Free and open to the public
hors d'oeuvres and cash bar
Participating Artists:
Crystal Blanchflower
Theresa Bourassa
Chelsea Bradway
Joshua Croke
Denise Hein
Jane Hein
Susan Hong-sammons
Gail Hunt
Amy Klausmeyer
Dale LePage
Chris McGovern
Mags Munroe
Carry Nixon
Cesar Rodrigues
Joe Sheehan
Will Sherwood
Pamela Taylor
WOOtenanny presents: Eddie Pepitone
They call him the Bitter Buddha, comedian Eddie Pepitone is a master of the dark art of comedy. Hailed as a modern day cross between Jackie Gleason, Don Rickles and Eckart Tolle.
Eddie is a force of nature on stage, switching between social rage and self-doubt. His shows are an energetic combo of calm and chaos, blue-collar angst and sardonic enlightenment. Few comedians working today channel the power of the rant better than Eddie Pepitone.
Muddy Ruckus live on The Crompton Patio
First Fridays in The Canal District presents: Muddy Ruckus live on The Crompton Place Patio
MUDDY RUCKUS (Portland, Maine) - Live on The Crompton Place Patio (inside White Room if rain)
Free and open to the public, Friday, August 4, 5-8pm
(The White Room will be open with Art Gallery and Cash Bar)
Crompton Place shops open late till 8pm.
-- About First Fridays in The Canal District:
The Canal District is the nightlife hub of Central Mass, any given night find bars and restaurants teeming with life, live music, food and good spirits. Visit the Canal District on First Fridays to sample all this vibrant, walkable and stimulating neighborhood has to offer!
At The Crompton Place Building (138 Green Street) retail shops will be open late till 8pm for late night shopping fun; Crompton Collective, The White Room Art Gallery, Bedlam Book Cafe, Seed to Stem, Haberdash Worcester, BirchTree Bread Co.
-- About Muddy Ruckus
Muddy Ruckus is a “darkly inventive” rock duo according to the New York Music Daily. Guitarist Ryan Flaherty and drummer Erika Stahl of Portland, Maine play a grungy style of railroad indie punk blues. This stripped-down power-duo blends rootsy guitar and edgy percussion on a suitcase drum kit, and is known for a full rock band sound.
The band just released their 4th album, Vacationland, featuring tracks with legendary blues harmonicist James Montgomery and low-rock saxophonist Dana Colley of Morphine. The album is packed with 14 red hot tracks that blend psychedelic rock, punk blues and fiery lyrics into a sound that’s uniquely Muddy Ruckus.
"Using the striking, heavy language of romanticism, the emotional impact of the words is not so much overwhelming as it is effective. Rare that a song can accomplish what classic literature sought to - Gas Mask Magazine
“Legit dance hall crashers” - Glide Magazine
"Their music is down and dirty, steeped in the mud of the Mississippi delta and the Louisiana swamps, but also in the mud and grime of Woodstock and the mosh pit at an outdoor punk show." - Maine Today
"Infectious, foot-stomping Americana tunes. Similar to the White Stripes in duo power, Muddy Ruckus delivers a full-bodied sound with nothing but a guitar and suitcase drums.” -The Sound
“The White Stripes of Delta Blues” - James Montgomery
Bachata Y Más Dance Social (W/ DANCE LESSON) @The White Room - Music by DJ REY G
BLUE FLAMINGO ENTERTAINMENT presents Bachata Y Más - Dance Social with DJ REY G!
Dance your SUNDAY night away! DJ REY G will play Bachata, Salsa, Merengue and other Latin and mixed genre music you will love.
New to Latin dance? Come learn!!! Dance Instructors Ray & Rebeccah of Salsa Worcester will be doing a dance lesson from 6:30-7PM!
Already taking lessons? Come practice!!!
And if you already know, then come have good time!!!
The White Room features a beautiful Art Gallery and a full bar with your favorite local and imported beers, as well as spirits and wine. Don't forget to try the Blue Flamingo Drink Menu!
$6 ONLINE, $10 AT THE DOOR Eventbrite Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bachata-y-mas-dance-social-with-dance-lesson-at-the-white-room-tickets-665752933947?fbclid=IwAR3_TyEeoLVc-4bcFl7o644kt-b-UXzD5wRHmdv7Xafnyluc6rwH3B-wa_E
Jubilee Gardens live on The Crompton Patio
Jubilee Gardens live on The Crompton Patio, 5-8pm
Free and open to the public
The White Room doors will be open with Art Gallery and Cash Bar
The Poet's Cauldron with Special Guest Headliner Giuliano
Sponsored by Femme Bar & Bedlam Book Cafe, Green St. Worcester.
The Poet's Cauldron is back for another incredible evening ahead of us, July 16, 2023, 6 to 9pm at The White Room Worcester, 138 Green St. Spend your Sunday evening with family & friends enjoying food & drinks, alongside some local Vendors & of course live music! We also feature a Visual Artist of the month and celebrate our Special Guest Headliner Giuliano.
We are so excited to see you all again along with some new people. We ask for a $20 suggested donation; on street parking is free on Sundays. Hors d'oeuvres will be served on the house, and we have a Cash Bar accepting all major credit cards. We can't wait to see you again at another Epic event!
Eventbrite Ticket Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-poets-cauldron-tickets-669755596017?aff=erelexpmlt
Continue reading for a message from Giuliano:
My name is Giuliano; I’m a queer rock ‘n’ roll musician living in Worcester. I am a singer, I play guitar and piano, I’m an entertainer, and I’m a writer – of songs, mostly. When those elements all align, I become a communicator – a storyteller. I moved to the city with my parents in 1999, attended Worcester Public Schools, and graduated from Burncoat High in 2010. I graduated from Berklee College of Music in 2016 with a degree in performance with a concentration in voice, and a minor in philosophy. I am an active member of Worcester’s queer community, and I serve on the board of Love Your Labels, a nonprofit organization serving queer youth in our local community and beyond. I also am an independent private lesson music instructor in voice, piano, and guitar. I am happiest by the ocean, especially in Provincetown and the Outer Cape, and I get there as much as I can in the summer and off-season. I am passionate about food, drink, and their accompanying traditions. I’m a Virgo, an introvert at heart, but my frequent bursts of extroversion and hunger for human connection keep me out of the house and connected to my community.
The Ed Melikian Ensemble with Armadi Tsayn
The Ed Melikian Ensemble with Armadi Tsayn
Sunday July 9, 2023
Doors at 6pm
Music starts promptly at 6:30pm
$20 ticket online or at the door (cash/credit)
Purchase tickets online here: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLGBJ0YQGRAX6/checkout/RR5NCRVV4VP4HGV25PX5BCL6
Cash bar
Free Sunday street parking
The Ed Melikian Ensemble :::
Ed Melikian is an oudist and vocalist specializing in the music of the near and middle east. He has toured throughout the United States and abroad and has been performing and recording professionally for well over 6 decades. Before releasing his latest recording featuring his own band, The Ed Melikian Ensemble, Ed recorded several albums with many of the top musicians and singers in the World Music genre. His repertoire consists of authentic music of Armenian, Greek, Turkish, Arabic and Israeli cultures, melded together with western, jazz-flavored improvisational flare. In the mid to late 1970's, Ed appeared on 3 of George Abdo's belly dance albums. Over the years The Ed Melikian Ensemble has featured some very talented musicians. The current band has Gary Kashmanian on dumbeg – an hourglass-shaped drum, Bruce Gigarjian on guitar, master musician Mal Barsamian on clarinet, and Ed on the oud, an ancient stringed instrument first discovered in Persia in the 7th century that predates all other stringed instruments. Ed is also the featured Oudist on four CD's released by the 9-piece Folk/Rock/Jazz/Indie group, Jubilee Gardens, and was featured on Ryan Flaherty's Hungry Moon CD as well as the group, Hat On Drinking Wine’s CD Plastic Flowers.
Ed has released two cd's of his own: (1) The Ed Melikian Ensemble UNVEILED featuring Mal Barsamian on Alto Sax; (2) Homage to Leon featuring the late Leon Manoogian on dumbeg. Ed can be reached by email at: oudplayer@hotmail.com
Armadi Tsayn :::
"Armadi Tsayn, which means “Sounds/Voice of the Roots” in Armenian, pays homage to the rich musical heritage of the Armenian Highlands and the captivating melodies of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). The band’s unique style draws inspiration from these regions and infuses them with a touch of modernity, resulting in a mesmerizing musical experience." - Rupen Janbazian, TorontoHye 2023
The Poet's Cauldron featuring Tim Hall
The Poet's Cauldron is back for another incredible evening ahead of us, June 18, 2023, 6 to 9pm at The White Room Worcester, 138 Green St. Spend your Sunday evening with family & friends on this Father's Day enjoying food & drinks, alongside some local Vendors & of course our House Band, "The Dan Burke Trio."
Sponsoring us again this month is The Bedlam Book Café, featuring a Visual Artist of the month and our Special Guest Headliner Boston's own Tim Hall!
Tim Hall is an award-winning musician, performance poet, and producer from Detroit, MI, while honoring Boston as his current home. His poetry draws inspiration from his lived experiences - charting the nuances of blackness, masculinity, and the beauties of life. Tim has shared stages and recordings with artists such as The Nappy Roots, Carolyn Malachi, Bilal, Chris Turner, Aloe Blacc, Maria Fenklemeier, The Boston Symphony Orchestra, and Diana Oh, among others. Additionally, Tim is faculty at Berklee College of Music, a member of the award-winning band STL GLD, and a principal collaborator with Cliff Notez, Oompa, and Will Dailey. He was honored as “Session Musician of the Year” by the 2020 Boston Music Awards and recognized by WBUR’s Artery 25 as 1 of 25 millennials of color impacting Arts and Culture in Boston. His work can be experienced through his new project - Trust the Process EP, as well as Colors Of My Soul, and self-published book - Trust The Process.
We are so excited to see you all again along with some new people. We have a $5 to $20 suggested donation; on street parking is free on Sundays. Hors d'oeuvres will be served on the house, and we have a Cash Bar accepting all major credit cards.
We can't wait to see you again at another epic event!
INDRAYUDDH MAJUMDER (Sarod) & AMIT KAVTHEKAR (Tabla)
INDRAYUDDH MAJUMDER (Sarod)
One of the most popular contemporary Indian Classical Sarodists, a recipient of the prestigious Salon Di Virtuosi Award in New York & the son-disciple of Sangeet Natak Akademi Awardee, Sarod Maestro Pt. Tejendra Narayan Majumdar.
Accompanied by: AMIT KAVTHEKAR (Tabla)
$20 Suggested Donation
Free Street Parking Sundays
Sponsored by LearnQuest Academy of Music