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Friday, June 12, 2026 $31 Advance | $33 Day of Show Doors 7pm | Show 8pm Named as one of the top 200 living guitarists by All About Jazz Magazine, Charlie Ballantine is acclaimed as one of the finest and most versatile  young guitarists on the scene today. JAZZ TIMES MAGAZINE hails his playing as “teeming with intricate grooves and maniacal precision his guitar work is both beautiful and complex” and VINTAGE GUITAR MAGAZINE described his style by stating “Jazz, rock, and folk music peacefully coexist in Charlie Ballantine’s world”. Equipped with an impressive body of original compositions on albums like “Vonnegut” and “Cold Coffee”, Ballantine also displays a great reverence for the jazz tradition through the inclusion of standards like ‘My One and Only Love’, ‘East of the Sun’ and an entire double album dedicated to the music of Thelonious Monk released September 2021.  “In the vein of fellow guitarists like John Scofield, Bill Frisell and Julian Lage, Ballantine reconciles his educational background in jazz with the stylistic background of his instrument. He approaches the gratifying tonal and harmonic language of rock/roots with the groove, ambition and improvisational focus of a jazz musician” - (JAZZIZ MAGAZINE) Although primarily a front man for […]

Falls Church, get ready—Cracker is rolling into the State Theatre - VA for a night that locals know is always worth stepping out for. Join your neighbors in the heart of the city for an alternative concert that feels like a hometown celebration. Cracker’s set thrives on sharp storytelling, wry humor, and those instantly recognizable hooks that turn a roomful of strangers into a singalong crew. Expect deep cuts, fan favorites, and plenty of grit. The State Theatre - VA keeps it intimate and energetic, with an easy-to-reach Falls Church location and a layout that keeps you close to the action—perfect for Cracker - Falls Church State Theatre - VA. Mark Friday, June 12, 2026 at 8:30 PM and make Cracker - Falls Church Falls Church your next great night out—grab tickets and come be part of it.

Saturday, June 13 2026 $35 Advance | $37 Day of Show Doors 7pm | Show 8pm Blues vocalist, harmonica master and songwriting legend Rick Estrin, leader of the musically fearless, wildly entertaining, award-winning band Rick Estrin & The Nightcats, doesn’t like to talk much about his own musical superpowers. But ask him about the Nightcats—multi-instrumentalist/musical mastermind/producer Christoffer “Kid” Andersen, keyboardist/organ wizard/bass player Lorenzo Farrell and endlessly creative drummer Derrick “D’Mar” Martin—and he’ll be happy to sing their praises. “This band is killer. I’m enjoying this all more than ever,” says the man who’s been performing and recording professionally since the early 1970s. “It’s a blessing—there’s so much energy, so much collaboration. The band is just so good right now. And the live show is better than ever.” Living Blues calls Rick Estrin & The Nightcats “a terrific blues band with a real character for a front man,” continuing, “Clever, well-crafted songs framed by first-flight musicianship…hugely entertaining, intelligently conceived and executed roots rock with a wickedly cool and otherworldly twist on tradition. Estrin’s harp work is masterful.” Rick Estrin & The Nightcats’ new album and the band’s sixth release, The Hits Keep Coming, packs a powerful punch, with phenomenal musicianship and lyrics—both serious […]

Welcome to the Narrows Center For The Arts in Fall River, Massachusetts! Get ready for an unforgettable evening with the one and only Tab Benoit on July 3, 2026, at 8:00 PM. Known for his electrifying performances and soulful blues music, Tab Benoit is sure to captivate the audience with his raw talent and infectious energy. The Narrows Center For The Arts provides an intimate setting where you can truly connect with the music and the artist. Located in the heart of Fall River, the venue offers easy access and a cozy atmosphere that will make you feel right at home. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to Tab Benoit's music, this show is not to be missed. Don't miss your chance to experience Tab Benoit live in concert at the Narrows Center For The Arts. Grab your tickets now and get ready for a night of incredible music and unforgettable memories. We can't wait to see you there! Grab your tickets now and get ready for a night of incredible music and unforgettable memories. We can't wait to see you there!

Friday, July 3, 2026 $71 Advance | $73 Day of Show Doors 7pm | Show 8pm Opener: The Cold Stares Tab Benoit is a 4x Grammy nominated singer, songwriter and guitarist who has built a remarkable 30+ year career on the foundation of his gritty and soulful Delta swamp blues, acquiring a devoted legion of fans along the way, as well as 5 Blues Music Awards, including BB King Entertainer of the Year (twice) and an induction into The Louisiana Music Hall of Fame. After a 13-year hiatus, Tab is back with his latest effort, I Hear Thunder, on his own label, Whiskey Bayou Records. The new album was his first #1 in the Billboard charts in over 30 years. Benoit's 2013 release, Medicine, was co-produced with Anders Osborne for Concord International, and garnered three Blues Music Awards. Following this notable success, Benoit took a step away from music, taking a 13-year sabbatical from recording and entering a period of creative exile. Tab's accomplishments as a musician are matched only by his devotion to the environmental health of his native Louisiana wetlands. The notoriety achieved by his success provided him with a mouthpiece to promote his growing concern for the Louisiana Wetlands and […]

Falls Church, get ready to crank it up—Noise Pollution - The Music of AC/DC is bringing the thunder to State Theatre - VA for a night that feels like a hometown tradition in the heart of the city. Don’t miss **Noise Pollution - The Music of AC/DC - Falls Church Falls Church** live on Thu, Jul 9, 2026 at 8:00 PM. This isn’t a casual tribute: expect razor-tight riffs, spot-on vocals, and the kind of swagger that makes every chorus hit like a singalong anthem. State Theatre - VA delivers an intimate, high-energy room with great sightlines, easy access, and a prime Falls Church location for a seamless night out. Grab your crew and lock in your seats—**Noise Pollution - The Music of AC/DC - Falls Church State Theatre - VA** is calling. Book tickets now and let it rock.

Thursday, July 23 2026 $28 Advance | $31 Day of Show Doors 7pm | Show 8pm Opener: Eric Royer Bluegrass band Big Richard makes music for the 21st century’s twisted cultural unease. Their latest album Pet, is a fierce, provocative, rejoinder to what troubles them and the world right now, which was recorded live to tape in order to capture the fervor of their live shows. “Big Richard is so much about our energetic delivery, and so I think it's been really important for us as a group to figure out how to do that for a record,” says mandolin and guitar player Bonnie Sims. “We made the album all on tape and did it all in these single-shot performances,” cellist Joy Adams adds. “The collection of songs, we wanted to take our most hard driving, heavy hitting songs, we wanted to craft a banger set list. Like, if we had a 30-minute set, what would we put on there that says the most, and makes people feel the broadest bunch of feelings? And it was all these songs.” Adams and Sims both studied music and toured and played extensively before (and outside of) joining Big Richard, as did the other members of the […]