Going to Extremes: A John Waters 80th Birthday Celebration
John Waters was drawn to movies at an early age, particularly exploitation movies with lurid ad campaigns.
John Waters was drawn to movies at an early age, particularly exploitation movies with lurid ad campaigns.
For the first time ever at Sweetwater, Teal’s After Party arrives—a full-blown dance conspiracy in motion. Fronted by powerhouse vocalist Teal Collins—whose gold and platinum credits (Third Eye Blind, Motown’s Shanice Williams) and worldwide touring with The Mother Truckers fuel her signature mix of soul, grit, and unstoppable energy.
Sign-up via email to openmic@swmh.com. You may sign up anytime between 6 pm the night before and 3 pm on the actual Tuesday. If you are in school and need to go early, please indicate that in your request. If you would like a certain time slot, please indicate that as well, no guarantees. You will receive a confirmation and the performance times by 5 p.m. that day. Each performer will have 2 songs/10 minutes to perform. There will be a bass amp, a guitar amp, a set of drums, and a piano already set up for anyone to use.
Paul Thorn, who’s spent three decades turning soulful grooves and small syllables into songs that pack a big wallop.
The Meaty Ogres bring a heavy dose of soul, funk, and rock to every stage. Based in Berkeley, California, the band blends raw grooves, soaring guitars, and gritty vocals into a sound that’s equal parts tight and unpredictable. With Tommy Sasso (vocals, keys), Andre DeRussy (vocals, guitar), Chris Kemp (drums), Joe Vittoria (lead guitar), and Mo Zagha (bass), The Meaty Ogres turn every show into a high-energy party built for dancing, singing along, and losing yourself in the music.
Featuring Multi-Instrumentalist & Producer Masaru Higasa and Vocalist Pepper Proud has often been described as timeless and unmistakable, offering a balanced synergy of both the masculine and feminine expression.
In this hilarious comedy, two English Shakespearean actors, Leo and Jack, find themselves so down on their luck that they’re performing "Scenes from Shakespeare" on the Moose Lodge circuit in the Amish country of Pennsylvania.
Billboard Century Award recipient, Harris’ contribution as a singer and songwriter spans 40 years. She has recorded more than 25 albums and has lent her talents to countless fellow artists’ recordings.
Round up your crew, dress disco fabulous, and get ready to sing your heart out under the Mystic lights.
Acclaimed guitarist Pablo Sainz Villegas joins Daniel Hope and the New Century Chamber Orchestra for a vibrant program celebrating Spanish and Latin American musical traditions. Highlights include Rodrigo’s beloved Concierto de Aranjuez, Piazzolla’s passionate Fuga y misterio, and Michael Daugherty’s Bay of Pigs. Known for its conductorless precision and power, New Century brings its signature energy to this dynamic and evocative evening of music.