The Rockwell

Shit-Faced Shakespeare®: Macbeth
2023-09-16 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-09-15 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | The Rockwell
“By the pricking of my thumbs, something wicked [tipsy] this way comes”
Following record breaking attendance in Spring…Shit-Faced Shakespeare: Macbeth® is back at The Rockwell this Fall 2023!
Fresh from battle, the warrior Macbeth is given a supernatural prophecy that leads him on a path of murderous ambition and insanity- a path enjoined by the ruthless Lady Macbeth. They strew the Scottish countryside with bodies until their brutal, wicked end. Nothing that couldn’t be solved with a few cocktails!
With a genuinely drunken professional actor selected at random every night, no two shows are ever the same. Shit-Faced Shakespeare seeks to introduce a new generation of theatre-goers to the works of the Bard by reviving the raucous, interactive and vibrant nature of Elizabethan theatre with a very modern twist – reminding them as we go to always enjoy Shakespeare responsibly.
Running Thursday through Saturday, September 15 – November 18.

*****
Doors at 6:30pm
Show at 7:00pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $30 | 18+ Thursdays / 21+ Friday/Saturday – PROPER ID REQUIRED
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.

DJ WhySham: A Survivor's Prayer II (18+)
2023-09-10 19:00 - 23:00
Presented by ONCE…
Returning to The Rockwell for a second year…A Survivor’s Prayer II!
Brought to you by DJ WhySham and a community of performing friends.
DJ WhySham explores harmony, healing, and honesty through R&B, Neo-Soul, being raw and open about love, death, hurt, and mental health.
*****
Doors at 6:30pm
Show at 7:00pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $15 ADV; $25 DOS | 18+ PROPER ID REQUIRED
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.

ImprovBoston: Live! (21+)
2023-09-08 21:30 - 23:00
They’re back again!
The Most Hilarious, Fast Paced, and Truly Original show you’ll see in Boston.
The ImprovBoston cast seamlessly and hilariously immerses you into the most interesting scenes one could ever ask for.
Their improvisers will take you on a laugh filled journey, and the best part: it’s all inspired by you, the audience.
This show has never been seen before and will never be seen again.
They’ve been called the “masters of comedy” by the Boston Globe and been voted “Best of Boston” by The Phoenix, The Improper Bostonian, and The Weekly Dig. Their performers have included film stars, Emmy Award-winning comedians, and acclaimed producers, directors, musicians, and writers. Their alumni are featured on The Daily Show, America’s Got Talent, Funniest Wins, Real Time with Bill Maher, Last Comic Standing, and John Oliver’s Last Week Tonight, to name a few.
*****
Doors at 9pm
Show at 9:30pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $25 | 21+ PROPER ID REQUIRED
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.

Queer Prom (18+)
2023-09-07 19:30 - 23:00
Presented by ONCE…
Did you feel super uncomfortable at your icky straight prom?

Then this is the night for you. It’s time for Queer Prom!
Olivia Sisay and Sweet Petunia are your hosts, alongside a drag show, costume contest, and a set by DJ Chelita.
Dress up. Dance. Win prizes. Go home happy.
*****
Doors at 7pm
Show at 7:30pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $12 advance; $15 day of show | 18+ PROPER ID REQUIRED
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.

Ballpit Comedy! (21+)
2023-09-02 18:00 - 20:30
Queer/POC stand-up with a side of ballpit!
Catch another great lineup of fun, local comedy this September…brought to you by your friends at FODBall productions.
*****
Doors at 5:30pm
Show at 6:00pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $15 | 21+ PROPER ID REQUIRED
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.

Strega Strega, Paper Tigers, Dalton Moon, Eleanor & The Pretty Things (21+)
2023-09-01 19:30 - 23:00
Presented by ONCE Somerville:
Strega Strega, Dalton Moon, and Eleanor & The Pretty Things … with special guest PAPER TIGERS!
*****
Doors at 7pm
Show at 8pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $12 advance; $15 day of show | 21+ PROPER ID REQUIRED
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.

A Night of Tomfoolery (21+)
2023-08-31 20:00 - 23:00
Join us for a special evening with musical artists Gavin Sultan, Bricklayer, Coco Smith, & Trophy Wife. This rare line-up is not to be missed!
Artist Bios:
Gavin Sultan
Whether curating electrifying DJ sets at Home Sweet Home during his weekend residency, or crafting soul-stirring melodies on a weathered parlor guitar, Sultan’s artistry knows no bounds. Embracing fluidity and rejecting the notion of a singular style, his music is a captivating tapestry that weaves together diverse influences like ESG, The Stranglers, Rumi’s poetry and Arthur Russell. In a world where the industry demands artists to conform to a defined sound, Sultan finds inspiration in spontaneity, embracing the beauty of impermanence. From the haunting Dark Wave tones of Veil of Affection to the compelling blend of Psych-Rock and Post-Punk showcased in his forthcoming single Polyester Lies, Sultan’s sound continuously evolves, revealing new dimensions with each creation. Sultan was a semi-finalist in Tribeca Film Festival’s Battle of the Bands and has played at venues like Nublu, Pianos, China Chalet and the Knitting Factory. His music has been featured on blogs such as Disco Naivete and Indie Shuffle.

Trophy Wife
Unapologetic indie rock band Trophy Wife is based in Brooklyn, NY. Fronted by McKenzie Iazzetta, songwriter, vocalist and guitarist uses her songs as confessions to you through gritted teeth. Establishing themselves within the Brooklyn indie rock scene, the band has received press from Penny Mag, The Boston Hassle, and Wack Mag. Trophy Wife has also opened for touring bands at venues such as Brighton Music Hall, The Mercury Lounge, and Paradise Rock Club.
*****
Doors at 7:00pm
Show at 8:00pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $15 ADV / $18 DOS | 21+ PROPER ID REQUIRED
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.

Mobius Trip: A Sonic Adventure 2 Tribute (ALL AGES)
2023-08-27 17:30 - 21:00
Mobius Trip: A Sonic Adventure 2 Tribute.
With Magnificent Danger and Battlemode
*****
Doors at 5:00pm
Show at 5:30pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $15 | All Ages
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.

Dungeons & To Be Determined: A Fully Improvised Tabletop RPG (21+)
2023-08-26 21:30 - 23:00
Experience the hit one night only TTRPG where YOU decide the rules and choose the adventure for the players! Live improv podcast recording.

Come watch the hit one night only TTRPG where YOU decide the rules and choose the adventure for the players! The audience decides what the stats are what powers players have who the Big Bad is and even what dice to roll. Join the Boston-based improvisers of the award-nominated live play “Blittle League” as they maneuver an ever-changing landscape of rules motivations and settings to tell an unpredictable story.
Help us make something unique epic and really silly.
Dungeons & TBD is a improvised comedy podcast and live play. This is a live podcast recording.
Note: This show is designed to be enjoyed for folks who know what a TTRPG stands for and for everyone else
Note Note: TTRPG stands for Tabletop Role Playing Game — like Dungeons and Dragons
*****
Doors at 9:00pm
Show at 9:30pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $10 | 21+ PROPER ID REQUIRED
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.

Magic: The Gathering: The Show (21+)
2023-08-26 19:00 - 20:30
An improvised comedy with battling wizards, turning cards into an epic story. Hilarious and unique, no prior game experience required!
Magic: The Gathering: The Show is a fully improvised theatrical performance that takes the world’s most beloved collectible card game and turns it into an unforgettable comedy experience. Two mighty wizards, created from audience suggestion, do battle and turn every card into a story. In each one-of-a-kind show, the audience can see anything from the hilarious home lives of minotaurs to the discovery of ancient artifacts by prodigal sorcerers. Join some of Boston’s best improvisers and witness the greatest conflict on this or any other plane of existence!
Note: No knowledge of Magic:The Gathering needed to have a heck of a good time
P.S. Bring your magic cards — they might make their way into the show
*****
Doors at 6:30pm
Show at 7:00pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $15 | 21+ PROPER ID REQUIRED

COMEDY X MUSIC (21+)
2023-08-25 21:30 - 23:00
COMEDY X MUSIC is the perfect mix of the two best mediums – COMEDY and MUSIC! DUH!
Comedians, musicians, and comedian-musicians perform together on the same stage for a night of cathartic, feel-good, ecstasy.
AUGUST LINEUP FEATURING:
Andi Van Dyke @andivandyke
Andy! @andyheckya
Carolina Montesquieu @carolinamontesquieu
Deby Xiadani @debyxiadani
Ira Claybourne @ira.claybourne

HEADLINER!! Lizzie Sivitz @lizzie_sivitz

*****
Doors at 9:00pm
Show at 9:30pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $15 advanced /$20 day of show | 21+ PROPER ID REQUIRED
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.

Forgive us, Gustavito! (21+)
2023-08-25 18:30 - 19:30
“Forgive us, Gustavito!” is a three-person play. Winner of the Best of Fringe at the 2018 Charm City Fringe Festival, “Forgive us, Gustavito!” is inspired by bizarre true events and is equal parts classic noir and outrageous animal madness.
*****
Doors at 6:00pm
Show at 6:30pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $15 | 21+ PROPER ID REQUIRED
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.

Forgive us, Gustavito! (18+)
2023-08-24 18:30 - 19:30
“Forgive us, Gustavito!” is a three-person play. Winner of the Best of Fringe at the 2018 Charm City Fringe Festival, “Forgive us, Gustavito!” is inspired by bizarre true events and is equal parts classic noir and outrageous animal madness.
*****
Doors at 6:00pm
Show at 6:30pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $15 | 18+ PROPER ID REQUIRED
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.

Smoke & Shadows: A Monthly Variety Revue (21+)
2023-08-19 21:30 - 23:30
Beyond the bright marquees and dim speakeasy, there is a timeless place where bouncy vaudeville meets soulful sounds and fresh comedy meets the glint of rhinestones.
Smoke & Shadows is the Rockwell’s monthly burlesque and variety show that defies decade and genre, each time offering a new mix of performers from near and far.
Join us next on August 19!
With burlesque by Mistress Leona Starr, Fonda Feeling, and Kinky Slippers.
Music by Pelaiah Auset.
Hosted by Sindy Katrotic.
*****
Doors at 9:00pm
Show at 9:30pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $28 | **Save $5 with Early Bird Code AUGHEAT** (exp. 8/9) | 21+ PROPER ID REQUIRED
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.

Nora Meier with Brady Dallas Jones and Arden Lloyd! (21+)
2023-08-17 20:00 - 23:00
Nora Meier with Brady Dallas Jones and Arden Lloyd – Live at The Rockwell!
*****
Doors at 7:00pm
Show at 8:00pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $12 advanced / $15 day of show | 21+ PROPER ID REQUIRED
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.

CONSPIRACY: Live! (21+)
2023-08-12 20:30 - 22:30
Local comedy legends, CONSPIRACY finally return to the stage with a brand new live show joined by the best local comedy and music talent!
After a sold-out start to 2023, local comedy supergroup CONSPIRACY is back with an even more outrageous live show! Every show features all new sketches, stand-up, and musical acts from awesome local bands!
“The show to see” – Vanyaland
Audience Testimonials:
“Loved them! These guys are never afraid to make complete idiots of themselves, and the sketches never cease to be wildly creative.”
“I love their shows. Deeply funny, unique, and quirky. I always come away from their shows with a new catch phrase that I shamelessly steal from them”
“My wife literally died during the show and I was still in a good mood from how funny the sketches were”
Not able to make any of our show dates? Check out our sister show: Improv Apocalypse
*****
Doors at 8:00pm
Show at 8:30pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $20 Advanced / $15 Student Special | 21+ PROPER ID REQUIRED
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.

ImprovBoston Live @ the Rockwell! (21+)
2023-08-11 21:30 - 23:00
They’re back once again!
The Most Hilarious, Fast Paced, and Truly Original show you’ll see in Boston. Join our National Touring Cast at the Rockwell Theater!
The ImprovBoston cast seamlessly and hilariously immerses you into the most interesting scenes one could ever ask for.
Our improvisers will take you on a laugh filled journey, and the best part: it’s all inspired by you, our audience.
This show has never been seen before and will never be seen again.
We’ve been called the “masters of comedy” by the Boston Globe and been voted “Best of Boston” by The Phoenix, The Improper Bostonian, and The Weekly Dig, and our performers have included film stars, Emmy Award-winning comedians, and acclaimed producers, directors, musicians, and writers. Our alumni are featured on The Daily Show, America’s Got Talent, Funniest Wins, Real Time with Bill Maher, Last Comic Standing, and John Oliver’s Last Week Tonight, to name a few.
*****
Doors at 9:00pm
Show at 9:30pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $25 advanced | 21+ PROPER ID REQUIRED
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.

SOLD OUT Ezra Furman Show (18+)
2023-08-10 20:00 - 23:00
ONCE Somerville brings us another sold out Ezra Furman show!
Intimacy part 10. A rare night with Ezra and her new band.
*****
Doors at 7:00pm
Show at 8:00pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $20 | 18+ PROPER ID REQUIRED
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.

Ballpit Comedy! (21+)
2023-08-05 18:00 - 20:30
FODball Productions presents…Ballpit Comedy!
After a brief hiatus, they’re back! Now with even more laughs.
Queer/POC stand-up with a side of ballpit!
*****
Doors at 5:30pm
Show at 6:00pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $12 advanced / $15 day of show | 21+ PROPER ID REQUIRED
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.

Somergloom ft. Marissa Nadler (21+)
2023-08-04 20:00 - 23:00
Somergloom kicks off with an evening of gloomy folk, featuring the beautifully haunting sounds of Marissa Nadler, with support from The Infinity Ring and Kira McSpice.
*****
Doors at 7:30pm
Show at 8:00pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $18 advanced / $20 day of show | 21+ PROPER ID REQUIRED
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.

Champagne Charlie & the Wah Wahs Farewell Show (18+)
2023-08-03 19:30 - 22:30
Champagne Charlie & the Wah Wahs Farewell Show presented by ONCE Somerville!
Champagne Charlie & the Wah Wahs are a firecracker rock band hailing from Boston, Massachusetts. Writing and producing their entire debut album themselves the bands’ joyous brand of rock and roll has built them a reputation as a must-see live band in the Northeast. Catch their last show in Boston 8/3 at the Rockwell as The Wah Wahs say Farewell, For Now!
Read more about them here: https://bostonhassle.com/the-ever-evolving-champagne-charlie-the-wah-wahs/
Cami and The Gaze
Influenced by artists spanning pop, rock, folk, and country styles, one thing is certain – whether acoustic or sonically embellished, her songs are raw, unfiltered, and most importantly, authentic. Relatable and down to earth; Cammi is the queer “every-girl”. Guitar in hand, Cammi explores the intersection of grief and love candidly; writing about her relationships with people, the world around her, and of course, herself.
Will Davila is a Boston based indie rock guy. Through his music he conveys his energetic, sporadic, childlike sense of wonder. Dance to songs relatable, cry to music you wish you could relate to. Will also plays bass in the immortal crone of Boston, Paper Lady.
*****
Doors at 7:00pm
Show at 7:30pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $15 advanced / $18 day of show | 18+ PROPER ID REQUIRED
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.

The Kerfuffle! (21+)
2023-07-29 21:30 - 23:00
Union Comedy is back with The Kerfuffle!
Come check out one of the most storied independent comedy shows at The Rockwell in Somerville (formerly The Davis Square Theatre). The Kerfuffle came from the imaginations of Jackie Arko, Hannah Foell, and Casey Malone—and it’s the blind-booked vaudeville variety show de jour. It features a mix of sketch, interactive, and completely undefinable comedy.
Hosted by Jackie Arko & Tess Varney
* * * * *
Doors at 9:00pm
Show at 9:30pm
Seating: General Admission | $20 | 21+ Proper ID Required
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.

Comedy x Music
2023-07-27 19:30 - 22:00
July is for summer music, memorable nights and — inappropriate laughter! We have a phenomenal headliner CINDY CRAWFORD CULT who is an “unmissable musician wielding satire and music that brings you to your feet!”
If that’s not enough, the best comics in Boston: GARY PETERSEN, BIG D, CAROLINA MONTESQUEIU, ZACH STEWART!
With a LIP SYNC by IMANI!
Finally, your host and producer who loves the game and playing games, DEBY XIADANI!
JOIN US FOR A ONCE IN A LIFE TIME SHOW…JULY 27th at 7:30PM at THE ROCKWELL!
*****
Doors at 7:00pm
Show at 7:30pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $15 Advanced / $20 Day of Show | 18+ PROPER ID REQUIRED
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.

Blocked & Blessed (21+)
2023-07-26 20:00 - 22:30
Blocked & Blessed: An Unhinged Evening for Pop Culture Lovers
Join TikTok phenoms Emily Rose and Meredith Lynch for an unforgettable night of guilty pleasures and gossip.
*****
Doors at 7:00pm
Show at 8:00pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $20 advanced / $25 day of show | 21+ PROPER ID REQUIRED
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.

Indie Night Live!
2023-07-16 20:00 - 23:00
Indie Night Live Presents…
BOSTON INDIE NIGHT
A night of live music from your favorite indie bands.
Originals, covers, & classics at every show!
With Trash Rabbit, Rohna, Nectarine Girl, and Cameron Lane
*****
Doors at 7:00pm
Show at 8:00pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $12 advanced / $16 day of show | All Ages
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.

Smoke & Shadows: A Monthly Variety Revue
2023-07-15 21:30 - 23:30
Smoke & Shadows returns on July 15 with special guest Miss Marina Elaine! She returns to our stage from the Sunshine State for a second time with her big blue eyes and vicious side.
Our gorgeous host Aglam B is also back after a spell! Our featured comedienne Emily Rukowski will keep you laughing through the night and the funky three-piece band Populace brings the tunes. More gorgeous burlesque to be announced this week. Stay tuned and see you all there – we don’t know what the weather will be like, but it’s always the hottest night of the month at Smoke & Shadows.
*****
Doors at 9:00pm
Show at 9:30pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $28 | 21+ PROPER ID REQUIRED
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.

Improv Boston Live at the Rockwell!
2023-07-14 21:30 - 23:00

SOLD OUT Ezra Furman solo show!
2023-07-13 20:00 - 23:00
ONCE Somerville brings us an Ezra Furman Solo Event!
*****
Doors at 7:00pm
Show at 8:00pm
Ticketing: General Admission | $15 advanced / $18 day of show| 18+ PROPER ID REQUIRED
Accessibility: The Rockwell is wheelchair accessible.
