Modest Mouse part of the summer and fall lineup at the Bardavon and UPAC

Hudson Valley’s Bardavon + UPAC Announces Star-Studded Lineup

By inside + out | June 12, 2025

You won’t want to miss these must-see summer performances in the Hudson Valley! From Grammy-winning legends and indie icons to ballet stars and boundary-breaking comedians, this summer and fall lineup at the Bardavon and UPAC is as bold, diverse and eclectic as the Hudson Valley itself. Where else can you catch indie cult classics, operatic chaos, a blues summit, a 20th-anniversary Napoleon Dynamite reunion, and oh so much more while immersed in such natural beauty? From Lukas Nelson’s soul-stirring guitar riffs to Elizabeth Gilbert’s literary alchemy, from the wry brilliance of David Sedaris to the global grooves of DakhaBrakha, the region’s storied stages are alive with energy, artistry, and unapologetic originality. Explore other diverse must-see offerings, including free Pride films, the candlelit vocals of Il Divo, or a rock baptism with The Wallflowers. It’s a full-spectrum celebration of sound, story, and soul—all rooted in the creative soil of this magical place. Get your tickets soon, grab your people, and don’t miss a beat.

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Celebrating Pride with two FREE films at the Bardavon + UPAC

Bardavon: I Saw The TV Glow (2024) | Get Tickets

Friday, June 13th at 7:30pm
Teenager Owen is just trying to make it through life in the suburbs when his classmate introduces him to a mysterious late-night TV show — a vision of a supernatural world beneath their own. In the pale glow of the television, Owen’s view of reality begins to crack. This film was curated by Dutchess Pride with support from Kingston Film Foundation.

UPAC: But I’m A Cheerleader | Get Tickets

Friday, June 13th at 7:30pm
Megan (Natasha Lyonne) considers herself a typical American girl. She excels in school and cheerleading, and she has a handsome football-playing boyfriend, even though she isn’t that crazy about him. So she’s stunned when her parents decide she’s gay and send her to True Directions, a boot camp meant to alter her sexual orientation. While there, Megan meets a rebellious and unashamed teen lesbian, Graham (Clea DuVall). Though Megan still feels confused, she starts to have feelings for Graham. This film from 1999 was curated by the Hudson Valley LGBTQ+ Community Center with support from the Kingston Film Foundation.

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UPAC: Rossini’s Il Barbiere di Siviglia | Get Tickets

Saturday, June 14th at 1pm
The Metropolitan Opera’s 2024–25 Live in HD season comes to a close with a live encore broadcast transmission of Rossini’s effervescent comedy.

UPAC: Lukas Nelson Live in Concert | Get Tickets

Wednesday, July 23rd at 7:30pm
GRAMMY Award-winning recording artist Lukas Nelson has become one of the most respected voices in music today. With eight studio albums to his name and exciting announcements to come, Nelson is poised for another unparalleled year.

: Photo by Marty Sohl at Metropolitan Opera

: Lukas Nelson

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Bardavon: Mary Chapin Carpenter / Brandy Clark | Get Tickets

Saturday, August 9th at 7pm
GRAMMY Award-winning artists Mary Chapin Carpenter and Brandy Clark are on tour this fall together, playing music from their extensive and widely recognized catalogs.

UPAC: Devon Allman’s Blues Summit | Get Tickets

Sunday, August 17th at 7pm
Featuring Devon Allman, son of Gregg Allman, at the helm, this summit brings together an all-star lineup that includes the legendary Jimmy Hall of Wet Willie and Jeff Beck fame; Larry McCray, known for masterful guitar work and heartfelt stories; and New Orleans’ very own soul sensation, Sierra Green, whose enchanting voice encapsulates the heart and spirit of the Crescent City.

: Mary Chapin Carpenter

: Brandy Clark

: Devon Allman’s Blues Summit

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Bardavon: Elizabeth Gilbert | Get Tickets

Wednesday, September 10th at 7pm
In partnership with Oblong Books, the #1 New York Times Best-Selling Author of Eat Pray Love and Big Magic, Elizabeth Gilbert explores her newest book, All the Way to the River: Love, Loss, and Liberation. Each ticket comes with a signed copy of All the Way to the River.

Bardavon: Gary Gulman: Misfit Stand Up Tour | Get Tickets

Saturday, September 13th at 7pm
Over 25 years in comedy, Gary Gulman has established himself as an eminent performer and peerless writer. Gulman is one of the most popular touring comics, selling out theaters around the country, including the prestigious Carnegie Hall in New York City. Gary’s current tour, “Gary Gulman: Misfit Stand Up Tour,” features material based on his book but not a repeat of the book.

: Elizabeth Gilbert

: Gary Gulman

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Bardavon: An Evening with Cowboy Junkies | Get Tickets

Friday, September 19th at 8pm Bardavon
Celebrating 40 years! The Cowboy Junkies will be performing a career-spanning show from The Trinity Session to their recent album, Such Ferocious Beauty!

UPAC: Napoleon Dynamite Live | Get Tickets

Sunday, September 21st at 7pm
20th Anniversary Celebration! The beloved indie classic Napoleon Dynamite was released 20 years ago. The 20th Anniversary Celebration includes a full screening of Napoleon Dynamite followed by a lively, freewheeling discussion with fan-favorite cast members: Jon Heder (Napoleon Dynamite), Jon Gries (Uncle Rico), and Efren Ramirez (Pedro).

: Cowboy Junkies

: Napoleon Dynamite

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Bardavon : The Wallflowers | Get Tickets

Sunday, September 21st at 8pm
For the past 30 years, The Wallflowers, led by Jakob Dylan, has stood as one of rock’s most dynamic and purposeful bands – a unit dedicated to and continually honing a sound that meshes timeless songwriting and storytelling with a hard-hitting and decidedly modern musical attack. That signature style has been present through the decades, baked into the grooves of smash hits like 1996’s Bringing Down the Horse as well as more recent and exploratory fare like 2012’s Glad All Over.

Bardavon: The Robert Cray Band | Get Tickets

Thursday, October 2nd at 7:30pm
Blues icon. Soul man. Rock and roller. Robert Cray is all these things – and more. The Georgia-born, Washington-raised musician first picked up a guitar after seeing The Beatles on TV, then, having witnessed Jimi Hendrix perform in Seattle, determined that his destiny would also follow a similar path. And so he has: across the past half-century, Robert Cray’s developed into one of American music’s most singular blues artists.

: The Wallflowers

: The Robert Cray Band

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Bardavon: An Evening with David Sedaris | Get Tickets

Saturday, October 4th at 8pm
David Sedaris is a master of satire and one of today’s most observant writers. Beloved for his personal essays and short stories, David Sedaris is the author of the New York Times bestsellers Barrel Fever, Holidays on Ice, Naked, Me Talk Pretty One Day, Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim, When You Are Engulfed in Flames, Let’s Explore Diabetes with Owls and Calypso.

UPAC: Modest Mouse | Get Tickets

Friday, October 17th at 8pm
Having recently completed another successful run with Pixies and Cat Power, Modest Mouse continues to prove themselves to be one of the most consistent live acts today. Modest Mouse released their highly anticipated new album, The Golden Casket, on June 25th, 2021, via Epic Records. The Golden Casket heralds another new chapter in the GRAMMY® Award-nominated multi-platinum band’s unpredictable evolution.

: David Sedaris

: Modest Mouse

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UPAC: Il Divo by Candlelight | Get Tickets

Wednesday, October 22nd at 7pm
For over 20 years, Il Divo has embodied the power of music, brotherhood, and artistic evolution. Since their debut in 2004, the iconic quartet has redefined classical crossover, captivating audiences worldwide with their breathtaking vocals and electrifying performances. Il Divo will take audiences on a journey through two decades of romance, heartache, and joy, weaving their greatest musical triumphs into an unforgettable evening.

In the U.S., they will be joined by Phoenix-based string trio Simply Three, who will also open the shows.

UPAC: Swan Lake by International Ballet Stars | Get Tickets

Friday, October 24th at 7pm
Experience the world’s most in-demand ballet, Swan Lake, presented by Classical Arts Entertainment and performed by International Ballet Stars. This full-scale production features Tchaikovsky’s legendary score and brings the masterpiece’s choreography by Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov to life. The dancers originate from all around the world, including Italy, France, Georgia, Great Britain, Ukraine, Japan, Moldova, Armenia, and Kyrgyzstan, celebrating the diversity and global excellence of classical ballet.

: Il Divo

: Swan Lake

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Bardavon: Hot Tuna | Get Tickets

Wednesday, October 29th at 7:30pm
Hot Tuna, an iconic American blues rock band, has been delivering a profound musical experience to audiences pushing six decades. With founding members Jorma Kaukonen and Jack Casady at its helm, the band has constantly evolved, continually injecting fresh energy and improvisation into their sound.

UPAC: Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue | Get Tickets

Friday, November 14th at 8pm
Born Troy Andrews, Trombone Shorty got his start earlier than most: at four, he made his first appearance at Jazz Fest performing with Bo Diddley; at six, he was leading his own brass band; and by his teenage years, he was hired by Lenny Kravitz to join the band he assembled for his Electric Church World Tour. Shorty’s proven he’s more than just a horn player, though. His music breaks genre barriers by incorporating jazz, pop, funk, and hip-hop. Catch a gig, open the pages of the New York Times or Vanity Fair, flip on any late-night or morning TV show, and you’ll see an undeniable star with utterly magnetic charisma, a natural-born showman who can command an audience with the best of them.

: Hot Tuna

: Trombone Shorty

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UPAC: Marlon Wayans: Wild Child Tour | Get Tickets

Sunday, November 16th at 7pm
Marlon Wayans is an actor, producer, comedian, writer, and film director. As a stand-up comedian, he is selling out nationwide and adding shows every weekend. Marlon’s latest comedy special, Good Grief, which premiered in June 2024 on Amazon Prime Video, hit #1 on the streaming platform in its first week. His other critically acclaimed #1 comedy specials include Woke-ish on Netflix and God Loves Me, You Know What It Is, and Marlon Wayans Presents: The Headliners on HBO Max. He is also commonly recognized for his role as Marcus Copeland in Columbia Pictures’ 2004 hit comedy classic White Chicks opposite Shawn Wayans and directed by Keenen Ivory Wayans. His other hit films include Scary Movie and Scary Movie 2, Requiem for a Dream, Little Man, A Haunted House series, and more.

Old Dutch Church: DakhaBrakha | Get Tickets

Wednesday, November 19th at 8pm
Bardavon Presents the music quartet DakhaBrakha at the Old Dutch Church in Kingston, NY. Reflecting fundamental elements of sound and soul, the Ukrainian “ethno chaos” band creates a world of unexpected new music.