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.
The series focuses on music but also includes theater and dance, 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, Rufus Wainwright, Meshell Ndegeocello, 10,000 Maniacs, Shawn Colvin, Blind Boys of Alabama, Ravi Coltrane, The Soul Rebels, John Scofield, iLe, Bill Frisell, Leyla McCalla, Lady Lamb, Lakou Mizik, Tracy Kidder & Jim O’Connell, Rodney Crowell, Bitch, Ryan Montbleau Band, BALA BILA w/Balla Kouyate and Matchume Zango, From Baghdad to Brooklyn by Michelle Azar, Wesli, Chris Pureka, David Wax Museum, Riders in the Sky, Fabiola Méndez, and Acoustic Nomads.
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Upcoming Spotlight Series Events
We Black Folk Showcase
March 20, 2026
Celebrate the Boston-based movement to highlight and expand the Black folk genre!
Rufus Wainwright
April 27, 2026
An intimate concert with one of the most distinctive voices of his generation.
Grace Kelly
May 9, 2026
Saxophonist-singer-songwriter Grace Kelly takes the stage in May 2026 at Arts at the Armory!
Tourmaline
May 28, 2026
Artist, filmmaker, and national bestselling author Tourmaline will discuss her new book!
Tito Puente Jr. with MetMovements
December 11, 2026
Tito Puente, Jr. and his ensemble brings exhilarating Latin rhythms that will get your feet moving.
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Upcoming Events
Somerville Winter Farmers MarketSat. Apr. 11, 2026, 9:30 AM |
Rick & FriendsSat. Apr. 11, 2026, 10:00 AM |
Jamie Dunphy and True NorthSat. Apr. 11, 2026, 3:00 PM |