Natasha's Bistro Event Calendar
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| Monday May 20th @ 8pm Montana Skies | |
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Classical::Jazz::Rock In concert, these award winning musicians delve into music from Pink Floyd and Rush to Vivaldi, and House of the Rising Sun, as well as their own originals that have been featured everywhere from NPR to the Travel Channel. Montana Skies seemingly non-stop tour schedule has taken them all across the US as well as to Canada, Asia, and Russia; and their dedication to their musical vision has helped them build an enthusiastic grassroots fan base along the way. Combining elements of classical technique, jazz improv and the power and energy of rock n' roll; Jonathan's guitar wizardry and Jenn's blazing electric cello combine to create a sound that is truly remarkable. While the music defies simple categorization, it is a fusion in the truest sense of the word. It's been called everything from chamber rock to psychedelic strings. www.montanaskiesmusic.com Check out this incendiary performance of House of the Rising Sun |
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Cover: $5.00 | |
| Tuesday May 21st @ 7pm Balagula Theatre 75th (Month) Anniversary | |
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Celebration::Party::Meet&Greet Join us on Tuesday May 21st to celebrate the 75-Month Anniversary of Lexington's most adventurous theatre company, the Balagula Theatre. For over six years the Balagula Theatre has been presenting cutting-edge, inspiring, thought-provoking plays in an up-close and intimate setting. Come out for a night of food, music, and revelry commending the actors, directors, and technicians that have made it all possible. Everyone is welcome. Mix and mingle with Balagulagans, audience members, the artistic community. - Live music from Bruce Lewis and Tripp Bratton and a cool new 10 minute play at 8PM - Happy hour 7-8 - Silent auction of art, local event tickets, jewelry, etc. - Prizes - Champagne toast - Birthday presents accepted! Fundraiser cover: $15 Call 859.259.2754 for event and/or dinner reservations. Tickets also available at the door while they last. |
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Cover: $15.00 | |
| Wednesday May 22nd @ 9pm Nikki Talley Duo | |
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Roots::Appalachian::Folk Nikki Talley is a hardworking, energetic mountain girl with a big voice. She is one half of a FULL TIME touring husband & wife DUO based out of Asheville, NC contributing acoustic guitar, clawhammer banjo & of course her trademark stunning vocals. Since January 2012 she & husband Jason Sharp, who accompanies her on guitar & bass as well as harmonies, have played 180+ shows in 16 states throughout the Southeast touring out of their Chevy van, Blue Bell, they bought w/ money raised ($9,000) from a successful Kickstarter campaign. Listen to Nikki and Jason perform a cover of Dolly Parton's "Jolene" |
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Cover: $5.00 | |
| Thursday May 23rd @ 8pm Central Kentucky Guitar Night: Michael Chapdelaine & Trevor Gordon Hall | |
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Guitar::Acoustic::Electric Central Kentucky Guitar Night is kicking off Thursday nights with two of the country's top guitarists: The world's premier Kalimbatarist (that's a guitar with a Kalimba on it!) Trevor Gordon Hall, and International Guitar Champion Michael Chapdelaine! Michael Chapdelaine is the only guitarist ever to win First Prize in the world's top competitions in both Classical and Fingerstyle genres; the Guitar Foundation of America International Classical Guitar Competition and the National Fingerstyle Championships. His performances, played on both steel string and classical guitars, include musical styles ranging from blues to Bach to country to rhythm n' blues. In the 80's and 90's Michael proved himself to be one of the worlds finest classical guitarists; twice winning the coveted National Endowment for the Arts Solo Recitalist Grant, and taking First Prize in both the Guitar Foundation of America's and the Music Teachers National Association's Guitar Competitions. He also won the Silver Medal in Venezuela's VIII Concurso International de Guitarra "Alirio Diaz". MichaelChapdelaine.com Watch Michael play From the outskirts of Philadelphia PA, Trevor Gordon Hall is an acoustic instrumentalist whose compositions range in style from driving rhythms to soft melodic phrases. Trevor caught the ear of 9-time Grammy winning producer Joe Nicolo (James Taylor, Billy Joel, Bob Dylan, etc.), who produced two of Trevor's albums: "Finding My Way" and "Let Your Heart Be Light". These releases garnered rave reviews and gave Trevor the opportunity to record with bass virtuoso Michael Manring as well as continuing to share the stage with artists such as Phil Keaggy, Pat Martino, Don Ross, Alex Skolnick, The California Guitar trio, Billy Cobham, etc. TrevorGordonHall.com Watch Trevor play Chris Weiss local fingerstyle guitarist, alchemist's apprentice, and lover of fried catfish will open the evening! Cincinnatian by birth. Kentuckian by choice. Chris Weiss is quickly becoming the area's finest finger style - singer songwriter - guitarists. His playing spreads the style spectrum from Paul Simon, to Pierre Bensusan, to John Mayer. Chris has shared the stage with unique players such as Ben Lacy and Ross Whitaker, as well as champion guitarists like Mark Kroos and Kevin Horrigan. Mark had this to say about Chris' music, "Chris Weiss is a poet of both strings and words with exceptional grooves and beautiful melodies". His music has been compared to Alex Degrassi, Keller Williams, Brooke Miller, and a good glass of wine. Chris Weiss on Facebook Watch Chris play Tickets are $12, reservations at (859)259-2754. There are a limited number of seats available, so make your reservations today! Check out the new Central Kentucky Guitar Night Facebook page and LIKE us. Central KY Guitar Night on Facebook To sign up for the mailing list just send an email to centralkentuckyguitarnight@gmail.com |
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Cover: $12.00 | |
| Friday May 24th @ 7pm Christopher Jones | |
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Americana::Folk Songwriter Christopher Mark Jones' long musical itinerary includes busking in Paris, the English folk club circuit, tours of Denmark and Holland, the Bristol and Rotterdam festivals, BBC and Capitol radio appearances in London. His 1978 album for Transatlantic, "No More Range to Roam," was released in five countries and distributed in the U.S. by Rounder. After forays into rock, jazz & swing and time off to raise two sons, 2010's "Heartland Variations" marked a return to the soulful country and blues-inflected Americana narratives of the his recording. The dozen new songs of "Suburban 2-Step" were released in April 2012 and have found favor with folk DJs nationally and internationally. Christopher lives in Pittsburgh and for this Lexington appearance, he will be joined by family members Karen Jones (fiddle), Bev Futrell (mando/harmonica) (of Reel World String Band and Tall Dark and Handsome) and cousin Dave Gillespie (guitar) from Detroit. www.christopherjonesmusic.com |
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Cover: $8.00 | |
| Friday May 24th @ 10pm Christopher P. McKnight | |
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Comedy Christopher McKnight's life experiences are like none other and he shares them as only a true story teller could. Coming again and again with more unicorn and fairy magic than ever, Christopher is booked with us through the year with 2 shows! He is a great reason to come see us downtown so grab some friends and book a reservation quickly because this show is sure to sell-out! Show ticket is $13 and every bit worth the therapy you will receive. If you need a good dose of someone else's reality then book your seat today! Brought to you by "McKnightmare Productions" Visit McKnightmare Productions on Facebook |
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Cover: $13.00 | |
| Saturday May 25th @ 8pm Patrick McNeese Band: Lucky Boy with a Big Black Car | |
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Singer/Songwriter::Jazz::Americana If the title of this show seems mysterious it's because the Patrick McNeese Band has been at it again, cooking up a fresh batch of MIL (Made in Lexington) groove music in support of Patrick's theater-of-mind lyrics. And yes, there will be a Lucky Boy as well as a Big Black Car. You just have to be there. PatrickMcNeeseBand.com |
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Seating: 8pm, Show Time: 8:30pm Cover: $10.00 | |
| Sunday May 26th @ 10:30am Brunch With The Queens | |
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Drag::Performance Are your Sundays a drag? Ours are-- Have brunch with the Queens--come out and experience the incredible atmosphere and food of Natasha's Bistro & Bar while enjoying a morning with the finest in female impersonation with nationally recognized entertainers from the area and across the nation. Hosted by the nationally awarded Chelsea Pearl and her special guests!---buckle up Lexington and get ready for fun and surprises like you have never experienced at brunch--drag food cocktails a great place to celebrate engagements-bridal parties-anniversaries and birthdays! Show with NEW buffet brunch for $18. Doors open at 10:30. Check out this video of our lively Weekend Brunch! Credit card required to hold a seat. If you need to cancel your reservation, please call within 24 hours to avoid being charged. |
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Seating: 10:30am, Show Time: 11am Tickets: $18.00 | |
| Sunday May 26th @ 8pm Shelly Rann | |
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Country::Singer/Songwriter Shelly Rann is a charismatic performer with natural beauty, genuine charm and a sense of humor that immediately endears her to audiences everywhere. In her young career, Shelly has had her songs featured on the NBC network award-winning prime time shows The West Wing and Third Watch. In addition, Shelly has shared the stage with Vince Gill, Trace Adkins, and Alabama, and has performed on the Capital Lawn for former President Bush and 20,000 others to honor fallen officers at the National Fraternal Order of Police Memorial Service. Shelly is a singer/songwriter born and raised in Lexington, Kentucky. Following in the footsteps of many legendary performers from the Bluegrass state, she moved to Nashville to pursue her musical career. As one of Nashville's first call session singers she possesses one of the most beautiful, passionate, and expressive voices in music today. www.shellyrann.com |
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Cover: $10.00 | |
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