Events

We’re so excited to welcome Donna Byrne to The Blue Room for the very first time! 🎶💙 Donna takes the stage with Tim Ray, Marshall Wood & Marty Richards for an incredible evening of jazz. Donna Byrne is an acclaimed jazz vocalist and captivating entertainer known for her warm, sophisticated style and engaging stage presence. A favorite of the legendary Tony Bennett, Donna was personally invited to open for him on his national tour—an experience she calls “the thrill of a lifetime.” She has also opened for Lou Rawls and Bob Newhart and performed alongside jazz greats including Dave McKenna, Stanley Turrentine, Scott Hamilton, Bucky Pizzarelli, Ken Peplowski, and members of the Artie Shaw Orchestra. Donna has performed at some of the country’s most celebrated jazz venues, including the Blue Note Jazz Club, Rainbow Room, Blues Alley, Scullers, Regattabar, and Jazz Bakery, as well as internationally in London. With exceptional vocals, quick wit, and undeniable stage presence, Donna Byrne delivers the kind of classic jazz performance that has made her a favorite of audiences and legendary musicians alike.

Dave Howard - Vocals and Harmonica - Rhode Island native Dave Howard has been a stalwart of the New England music scene since the mid-1970s.  His gritty, soulful voice was first featured with the band Old No.7, a band that covered everything from folk to rock to country music.   Howard eventually teamed met up with fellow Rhode Islander Neal Vitullo, and together they formed the popular local Rhythm and Blues band Neal & the Vipers playing the New England nightclub and festival circuit as well as releasing several albums.

Dave eventually formed his own roots-rock/blues band in 1989, Dave Howard and The High Rollers with guitarist Tom Ferraro, bassist Rod Carey, and drummer Mike LaBelle.   The High Rollers recorded three albums and were a very popular and successful band on the New England Rhythm and Blues circuit playing many festivals and nightclubs for approximately fifteen years.

In 2006 Dave was tapped by Chris Vachon to be the vocalist for Roomful of Blues.   A longtime fan of the band, Dave was both honored and excited to work with this legendary band.  With Roomful Dave  was featured on the album "Raisin' A Ruckus," and after four years of touring the world, he departed in 2010 in order to reunite with his former band Neal and the Vipers.   In the interim, Dave also recorded and released his own solo album of original roots oriented country music entitled, “I Tried To Tell You."  

Today, while Dave still performs regularly with Neal and the Vipers, he can also be found freelancing with Vintage Rhythm and Blues Ensemble, The Ocean Mystics, Mark Small, and now with his new side-project, The Dave Howard Band!

https://www.thedavehowardband.com/about

Mike Rollins, saxophonist, recording artist, out of Providence, RI. brings excitement & passion to the art of music. Born in raised in Indiana, his deep gospel roots shaped his unique sound. Since the inception of his career, Mike has produced shows, and shared the stage with a host of notable acts in the jazz & R&B world. Kenny Lattimore, Lenny Kravitz, Musiq Soulchild, Carl Thomas, Flo Rida, Jon B, Cece Penniston, Al B. Sure, Lisa Fisher, Damien Escobar, Gerald Albright, Mike Phillips and the list goes on. His single “Debonair” is currently on all streaming platforms. 

Lisa Bello is a Boston-born R&B and soul artist known for her smoky tone, fearless storytelling, and electric live performances. A multi-award-winning singer-songwriter and longtime champion of arts education, she blends jazz, hip-hop, and soul into a sound that is both modern and timeless. Bello brings her signature warmth, improvisational edge, and unmistakable stage presence to The Blue Room for an unforgettable night of music.

Mike Rollins, saxophonist, recording artist, out of Providence, RI. brings excitement & passion to the art of music. Born in raised in Indiana, his deep gospel roots shaped his unique sound. Since the inception of his career, Mike has produced shows, and shared the stage with a host of notable acts in the jazz & R&B world. Kenny Lattimore, Lenny Kravitz, Musiq Soulchild, Carl Thomas, Flo Rida, Jon B, Cece Penniston, Al B. Sure, Lisa Fisher, Damien Escobar, Gerald Albright, Mike Phillips and the list goes on. His single “Debonair” is currently on all streaming platforms. 

Lisa Bello is a Boston-born R&B and soul artist known for her smoky tone, fearless storytelling, and electric live performances. A multi-award-winning singer-songwriter and longtime champion of arts education, she blends jazz, hip-hop, and soul into a sound that is both modern and timeless. Bello brings her signature warmth, improvisational edge, and unmistakable stage presence to The Blue Room for an unforgettable night of music.

Mike Rollins, saxophonist, recording artist, out of Providence, RI. brings excitement & passion to the art of music. Born in raised in Indiana, his deep gospel roots shaped his unique sound. Since the inception of his career, Mike has produced shows, and shared the stage with a host of notable acts in the jazz & R&B world. Kenny Lattimore, Lenny Kravitz, Musiq Soulchild, Carl Thomas, Flo Rida, Jon B, Cece Penniston, Al B. Sure, Lisa Fisher, Damien Escobar, Gerald Albright, Mike Phillips and the list goes on. His single “Debonair” is currently on all streaming platforms. 

Lisa Bello is a Boston-born R&B and soul artist known for her smoky tone, fearless storytelling, and electric live performances. A multi-award-winning singer-songwriter and longtime champion of arts education, she blends jazz, hip-hop, and soul into a sound that is both modern and timeless. Bello brings her signature warmth, improvisational edge, and unmistakable stage presence to The Blue Room for an unforgettable night of music.

Newport Jazz presents 

GRAMMY Award-winning bassist and composer Linda May Han Oh is one of today’s most acclaimed voices in jazz. She has performed with legendary artists including Pat Metheny, Kenny Barron, Joe Lovano, Terri Lyne Carrington, Vijay Iyer, and Geri Allen.

A Guggenheim Fellow and eight-time Jazz Journalists Association “Bassist of the Year,” Linda has released eight critically acclaimed albums as a bandleader and performed at renowned venues around the world, including the Village Vanguard and NPR’s Tiny Desk.

She is currently an Associate Professor at Berklee College of Music and was featured on bass in Pixar’s Soul, where she also served as the model for bassist character “Miho.”

http://lindamayhanoh.com/

André Ward is an acclaimed saxophonist known for his dynamic blend of smooth jazz, R&B, funk, and soul. A Chicago native and graduate of Berklee College of Music, André has toured and performed with celebrated artists including Lalah Hathaway, Will Downing, and Freddie Jackson, spending nine years on tour with Jackson and four years as his musical director. As a solo artist, André has achieved Top 10 Contemporary Jazz chart success, captivating audiences with his soulful melodies, smooth grooves, and energetic stage presence.

Doors Open at 6pm

No Refunds!

André Ward is an acclaimed saxophonist known for his dynamic blend of smooth jazz, R&B, funk, and soul. A Chicago native and graduate of Berklee College of Music, André has toured and performed with celebrated artists including Lalah Hathaway, Will Downing, and Freddie Jackson, spending nine years on tour with Jackson and four years as his musical director. As a solo artist, André has achieved Top 10 Contemporary Jazz chart success, captivating audiences with his soulful melodies, smooth grooves, and energetic stage presence.

Doors Open at 6pm

No Refunds!

André Ward is an acclaimed saxophonist known for his dynamic blend of smooth jazz, R&B, funk, and soul. A Chicago native and graduate of Berklee College of Music, André has toured and performed with celebrated artists including Lalah Hathaway, Will Downing, and Freddie Jackson, spending nine years on tour with Jackson and four years as his musical director. As a solo artist, André has achieved Top 10 Contemporary Jazz chart success, captivating audiences with his soulful melodies, smooth grooves, and energetic stage presence.

Get ready for an unforgettable night of classic rock, rhythm & blues, and high-energy entertainment with Steve Smith and The Nakeds. For more than five decades, this legendary New England band has been packing dance floors and delivering crowd-pleasing performances that keep audiences coming back year after year. Known for their powerful horn section, exceptional musicianship, and dynamic stage presence, Steve Smith and The Nakeds perform a mix of timeless favorites and danceable hits spanning generations. Whether you're a longtime fan or seeing them for the first time, their infectious energy and polished sound guarantee a night of great music and nonstop fun.

Purchasing tickets for a performance automatically reserves your table for the evening. Your ticket includes seating for the show, allowing you to enjoy food and drinks throughout the performance. No additional dinner reservation is required.

Get ready for an unforgettable night of classic rock, rhythm & blues, and high-energy entertainment with Steve Smith and The Nakeds. For more than five decades, this legendary New England band has been packing dance floors and delivering crowd-pleasing performances that keep audiences coming back year after year. Known for their powerful horn section, exceptional musicianship, and dynamic stage presence, Steve Smith and The Nakeds perform a mix of timeless favorites and danceable hits spanning generations. Whether you're a longtime fan or seeing them for the first time, their infectious energy and polished sound guarantee a night of great music and nonstop fun.

Purchasing tickets for a performance automatically reserves your table for the evening. Your ticket includes seating for the show, allowing you to enjoy food and drinks throughout the performance. No additional dinner reservation is required.

Get ready for an unforgettable night of classic rock, rhythm & blues, and high-energy entertainment with Steve Smith and The Nakeds. For more than five decades, this legendary New England band has been packing dance floors and delivering crowd-pleasing performances that keep audiences coming back year after year. Known for their powerful horn section, exceptional musicianship, and dynamic stage presence, Steve Smith and The Nakeds perform a mix of timeless favorites and danceable hits spanning generations. Whether you're a longtime fan or seeing them for the first time, their infectious energy and polished sound guarantee a night of great music and nonstop fun.

Purchasing tickets for a performance automatically reserves your table for the evening. Your ticket includes seating for the show, allowing you to enjoy food and drinks throughout the performance. No additional dinner reservation is required.

Strictly Sinatra presents The Rat Pack! 

An evening full of classic hits, smooth vocals and Vegas styles entertainment. Get ready for an unforgettable evening celebrating the music, style and charisma of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr.

General Seating $45

Doors Open at 6pm 

Showtime at 6:30pm

* Purchasing tickets for a performance automatically reserves your table for the evening. Your ticket includes seating for the show, allowing you to enjoy food and drinks throughout the performance. No additional dinner reservation is required.

The Rat Pack A Holiday Spectacular - Bar Seating

Strictly Sinatra presents The Rat Pack! 

An evening full of classic hits, smooth vocals and Vegas styles entertainment. Get ready for an unforgettable evening celebrating the music, style and charisma of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr.

Bar Seating $35

Doors Open at 6pm 

Showtime at 6:30pm

* Purchasing tickets for a performance automatically reserves your table for the evening. Your ticket includes seating for the show, allowing you to enjoy food and drinks throughout the performance. No additional dinner reservation is required.

Strictly Sinatra presents The Rat Pack! 

An evening full of classic hits, smooth vocals and Vegas styles entertainment. Get ready for an unforgettable evening celebrating the music, style and charisma of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr.

Premium seating $50

Showtime at 6:30pm

* Purchasing tickets for a performance automatically reserves your table for the evening. Your ticket includes seating for the show, allowing you to enjoy food and drinks throughout the performance. No additional dinner reservation is required.

Strictly Sinatra presents The Rat Pack! 

An evening full of classic hits, smooth vocals and Vegas styles entertainment. Get ready for an unforgettable evening celebrating the music, style and charisma of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr.

General Seating $45

Doors Open at 3pm

Showtime at 4pm

* Purchasing tickets for a performance automatically reserves your table for the evening. Your ticket includes seating for the show, allowing you to enjoy food and drinks throughout the performance. No additional dinner reservation is required.

The Rat Pack A Holiday Spectacular - Bar Seating

Strictly Sinatra presents The Rat Pack! 

An evening full of classic hits, smooth vocals and Vegas styles entertainment. Get ready for an unforgettable evening celebrating the music, style and charisma of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr.

Bar Seating $35

Doors Open at 3pm

Showtime 4pm

* Purchasing tickets for a performance automatically reserves your table for the evening. Your ticket includes seating for the show, allowing you to enjoy food and drinks throughout the performance. No additional dinner reservation is required.

Strictly Sinatra presents The Rat Pack! 

An evening full of classic hits, smooth vocals and Vegas styles entertainment. Get ready for an unforgettable evening celebrating the music, style and charisma of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr.

Premium seating $50

Showtime at 4pm

* Purchasing tickets for a performance automatically reserves your table for the evening. Your ticket includes seating for the show, allowing you to enjoy food and drinks throughout the performance. No additional dinner reservation is required.

The Rat Pack A Holiday Spectacular - General Seating

Strictly Sinatra presents The Rat Pack! 

An evening full of classic hits, smooth vocals and Vegas styles entertainment. Get ready for an unforgettable evening celebrating the music, style and charisma of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr.

General Seating $45

Doors Open at 6:30pm

Showtime at 7pm

* Purchasing tickets for a performance automatically reserves your table for the evening. Your ticket includes seating for the show, allowing you to enjoy food and drinks throughout the performance. No additional dinner reservation is required.

The Rat Pack A Holiday Spectacular -Premium Seating

Strictly Sinatra presents The Rat Pack! 

An evening full of classic hits, smooth vocals and Vegas styles entertainment. Get ready for an unforgettable evening celebrating the music, style and charisma of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr.

General Seating $50

Doors Open at 6:30pm

Showtime at 7pm

* Purchasing tickets for a performance automatically reserves your table for the evening. Your ticket includes seating for the show, allowing you to enjoy food and drinks throughout the performance. No additional dinner reservation is required.

The Rat Pack A Holiday Spectacular - Bar Seating

Strictly Sinatra presents The Rat Pack! 

An evening full of classic hits, smooth vocals and Vegas styles entertainment. Get ready for an unforgettable evening celebrating the music, style and charisma of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr.

Bar Seating $35

Doors Open at 6:30pm

Showtime 7pm

* Purchasing tickets for a performance automatically reserves your table for the evening. Your ticket includes seating for the show, allowing you to enjoy food and drinks throughout the performance. No additional dinner reservation is required.