Preservation Hall Jazz Band’s mission is to preserve the extraordinary music that evolved in New Orleans around the turn of the century and to bring that music to contemporary audiences. Individually, these musicians represent the industry’s elite, and collectively, they keep alive the traditions of this uniquely American sound. Known for their high energy, crowd-pleasing performances, Preservation Hall Jazz Band has been described by music critics as “the best jazz band in the land.” The Argyros is thrilled to partner with our friends from “Pres Hall” for a unique three night musical journey, the likes of which you’d be hard pressed to find in New Orleans, New York, or anywhere else. The band will play three entirely different shows, and each night the Tierney Theater will be transformed to match the feel of that show’s musical mood. Night one will be a traditional seated concert, featuring many of the beloved Big Easy jazz standards that have made Preservation Hall and the “N’awlins Sound” famous around the world. On night two, the Tierney Theater will be converted into a cabaret-style jazz nightclub, and the song selection will match that more intimate setting. Finally, night three will be a red-hot jazz dance …
Far + Wise – Black Tie & Blue Jeans – Taylor Swift Auction
Far + Wise is excited to kick-off Black Tie & Blue Jeans, our benefit and celebration, August 15th! We are starting by offering pre-bidding on once in a lifetime auction package! Premier Taylor Swift concert tickets!!! Exceptional floor seats– just eight rows from TAYLOR SWIFT!
Sturtenvant’s Standhope Ultra Challenge
A very difficult and exceptionally beautiful run through the Pioneer Mountains. Entrants will reach a high point of 11,000′ during the course of the race. Entry should NOT be taken lightly. This race is an excellent trainer for any high-altitude 50 or 100 Miler. Runners will receive a unique award for finishing this event.
Escaped Alone
Three old friends and a neighbor. A summer of afternoons in the back yard. Tea and catastrophe. Caryl Churchill’s convention-defying play juxtaposes backyard tea with environmental disaster, exploring themes of politics, crisis, communication and female endurance. Featuring: Kathy Wygle Danielle Kennedy Claudia McCain Sara Morsey
Redfish Lodge Benefit Concert “Dozey Dubs- Grunge Reggae”
We are excited to announce a benefit concert featuring the incredible Dozey Dubs! This event is dedicated to supporting the wonderful staff of Redfish Lodge, who are currently facing tough times due to the Benches Fire in Idaho. This is not just a concert—it’s a gathering of community spirit and support. We invite you to come together, enjoy some fantastic music, and contribute to a great cause. All proceeds from the door will go directly to the Redfish Lodge staff, helping them through this challenging period. How You Can Help: Attend the Concert: Your presence and participation mean the world. Enjoy a night of great music and community. Cover Charge: The entry fee is $10, but we welcome and encourage larger donations for those who can give more. Spread the Word: Share this event with your friends, family, and on social media. The more people we can reach, the greater the support we can provide. About Dozey Dubs: Boise’s favorite grunge/reggae band, Dozey Dubs is known for their electrifying performances and heartwarming tunes. We are thrilled to have them perform and bring joy to our community while supporting a noble cause. Let’s come together to make a difference! Your support …
Brian Stokes Mitchell
Dubbed “the last leading man” by The New York Times, two-time Tony Award winner Brian Stokes Mitchell has enjoyed a career that spans Broadway, television, film, and concert appearances with the country’s finest conductors and orchestras. He received Tony, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle awards for his star turn in Kiss Me, Kate. He also gave Tony-nominated performances in Man of La Mancha, August Wilson’s King Hedley II, and Ragtime. Other notable Broadway shows include Kiss of the Spider Woman, Jelly’s Last Jam, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown and Shuffle Along. In 2016 he was awarded his second Tony Award, the prestigious Isabelle Stevenson Tony for his Charitable work with The Actors Fund. That same year Stokes was inducted into the Theatre Hall of Fame. The Argyros is extremely proud to welcome this iconic American artist to our venue this summer.
Paco Versailles
Paco Versailles is a collaboration between guitarist/composer Vahagni and songwriter/producer Ryan Merchant (Capital Cities). Their sound is a mix of flamenco guitar rhythms with disco-leaning electronic production and captivating vocals – a new genre they call Dancemenco. The name “Paco Versailles” was conceived while imagining a collaboration between their biggest influences, the legendary Spanish guitarist Paco De Lucia and French electronic artists Daft Punk and Air, both products of the Parisian suburb of Versailles.
SPECIAL EVENT: SVMoA Street Party
We’re closing the street and having a party! Join us for our annual celebration of summer and art from 5:30–7:30pm. In addition to the exhibitions Tina Barney: Homecoming and Rob Davis: Records, we’ll have live music, drinks, food trucks, and a pop-up performance from Los Angeles-based dance company BODYTRAFFIC. Special pop-up performance by BODYTRAFFIC at 5:45pm. JOIN US!
Pop-up Reading: “There Was That One Time” by Jodeen Revere
JODEEN REVERE pop-up reading/performance @ The Spot “There Was That One Time…” A series of personal essays by Jodeen Revere SATURDAY MAY 4, 2024 3:00 pm 7:30pm TICKETS: standard tickets $15, under 30 $10 SHOW DESCRIPTION: Jodeen Revere (The Persistent Guest) returns to The Spot with another original work-in-process! “There Was That One Time…is a series of personal essays. Since everything I write is meant to be read aloud by me, it is the ideal way for me to try out new work. Subjects ranging from motherhood, growing up with a rock and roll dad, formative years as a JW, tarot cards, obsession and mortality. But funny.” runtime: approx. 1 hour with no intermission suitability: 14+ due to mature language ABOUT JODEEN: Jodeen is an actor/writer/performer living in Boise Idaho. Her most recent project was the one woman show The Persistent Guest about her trifecta of cancer diagnosis which premiered at Boise Contemporary Theater in 2022. She brought a scaled down unplugged version to The Spot in 2023, took it to United Solo Fest in New York in October of 2023. She is a contributor to Story Story Night, Storyfort, Ming Studios 7 O’clock and My On Mondays series and …
Jerry Joseph & the Jack Mormons (Night 2)
🎶 Rocking Ketchum: Two Nights with The Jackmormons at Whiskey’s on Main! 🎸 Get ready for a double dose of rock ‘n’ roll as The Jackmormons take over Whiskey’s on Main for two epic nights in Ketchum, ID! 📅 Monday May 27th & Tuesday May 28th, 2024 📍 Whiskey’s on Main, Ketchum, ID 21+ Event