Arts at the Armory Spotlight Series
The Center for Arts at the Armory curates and produces the Spotlight Series to celebrate the diversity and culture of our community by bringing world-renowned performers, always paired with a local opening act, into our historic and intimate setting. We put the spotlight on local, national and international artists from diverse communities, and provide platforms that amplify these voices.
In its first two seasons, the series has focused on music but there are plans to include dance and comedy, as well as keynote speakers, to create immersive experiences sparking joy, inspiration, reflection, and intercultural learning. Past Spotlight Series artists have included Sweet Honey in the Rock, Blind Boys of Alabama, The Soul Rebels, John Scofield, iLe, Bill Frisell, Lakou Mizik, Tracy Kidder & Jim O’Connell, Bitch, Ryan Montbleau Band, Wesli, Chris Pureka, David Wax Museum, Riders in the Sky, Fabiola Méndez, and Acoustic Nomads.
Upcoming Spotlight Series Events
Ravi Coltrane featuring Gadi Lehavi and Ele Howell
June 22, 2024
An exquisite evening featuring the critically acclaimed Grammy nominated saxophonist, bandleader, and composer, Ravi Coltrane, featuring Gadi Lehavi and Ele Howell. With a career spanning over two decades, Ravi has captivated audiences worldwide with his mesmerizing performances and innovative compositions.
Dobet Gnahoré
June 27, 2024
Afropop sensation, GRAMMY-winning artist Dobet Gnahoré, takes the stage on June 27th with her beautiful voice, fierce dance moves, magnetic stage presence, and colorful sense of style. Gnahoré will offer a free dance workshop on Monday, June 24 in the Performance Hall.
Lady Lamb
September 6, 2024
Lady Lamb’s music resonates with authenticity and raw emotion. She has crafted a sound that transcends genres, weaving together poetic confessionals with empowering anthems that speak to the human experience.
Meshell Ndegeocello
September 20, 2024
Ndegeocello is a virtuosic creative as a multi-instrumentalist, singer, and songwriter. Her storied career has included songs topping Billboard charts, most notably her original “If That’s Your Boyfriend (He Wasn’t Last Night)” in 1994.
BALA BILA featuring Balla Kouyate and Matchume Zango
October 11, 2024
BALA-BILA brings together two African master musicians–Balla Kouyate on balafon, calabash, bass guitar and voice, and Matchume Zango on timbila, mbira, percussion and voice–through a live concert framed as an intercultural musical conversation between the two artists.
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