BEARLY DEAD

Dead & more like never before! Bearly Dead, a nationally-touring Grateful Dead tribute, is a true party band delivering a full-spectrum live experience filled with danceable energy, extraordinary performance antics, and world-class musicianship. The band’s concert-style show celebrates the journey of the Grateful Dead from their earliest records until their final tours while weaving in potent classics from notable jam, rock, and funk artists. Each and every Grateful Dead member is honored through unique takes on the hits, b-sides, and deep cuts. Holding true to the spirit of the music, Bearly Dead frequently adds to their 250+ song catalog and continues to showcase spontaneous improvisation and exploratory jams – live and in-person – making each show a wildly cosmic experience you do not want to miss!

 

What does “General Admission” mean?

For General Admission events, all theater seats are removed from the floor to create an open space, with cocktail tables and barstools added for a more relaxed atmosphere. The number of tables and stools varies depending on the show and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Theater seating in the balcony will remain in place and is also first come, first serve. Please contact info@vinhillmusic.com for any accessibility accommodations.

 

 

Vinegar Hill Music Theatre is an independently-owned event space located at 53 Old Post Road in Arundel, ME. Our charming, historic barn and outdoor garden provide an ideal backdrop for an unforgettable, intimate evening! Learn more here.

 

BLUEBIRD IMPROV

Get ready for a night of spontaneous comedy with Bluebird Improv. Over the past several years, Bluebird Improv has built a reputation you can trust – if you go to one of their shows, you know you’ll see high-caliber comedians and experience something hilarious, unpredictable, and completely original. Past performances have included Rachel Dratch (SNL) and Matt Walsh (Veep), and this year’s lineup promises to be just as exciting.

Each show begins with a quick chat with the audience, sparking entirely improvised scenes that you’ll only see that night. We’re not revealing the full cast yet, but no matter who takes the stage, this Bluebird show will be a night full of laughs, surprises, and unforgettable moments.

 

Vinegar Hill Music Theatre is an independently-owned event space located at 53 Old Post Road in Arundel, ME. Our charming, historic barn and outdoor garden provide an ideal backdrop for an unforgettable, intimate evening! Learn more here.

CLASSIC ROCK ORCHESTRA

Classic Rock Orchestra

Conceived by the creative team of orchestrator Chris Eastburn and singer/multi-instrumentalist Joe Boucher, Classic Rock delivers the hits you know and love in a dynamic, high-energy performance. While originally arranged for full symphony orchestras, this show is presented as an intimate chamber concert featuring the six-piece rock band with a string quartet, bringing a rich, full sound to every performance.

Featuring two powerhouse lead vocalists, Susie Pepper and Johnny Martinez, Classic Rock performs unforgettable hits by Journey, Pat Benatar, Boston, Heart, Kansas, Stevie Nicks, Electric Light Orchestra, and many more. This is your favorite music from the 70s and 80s, performed live and in all its anthemic glory.

Come see why Classic Rock Orchestra sells out Vinegar Hill every year! Don’t miss this intimate yet powerful performance from the creative team behind Piano Men – The Music of Elton and Billy.

Cast:

  • Susie Pepper – Vocals

  • Johnny Martinez – Vocals

  • Joe Boucher – Piano, Guitar, Vocals

  • Chris Eastburn – Orchestrations, Bass Guitar

  • Gary Backstrom – Guitar

  • Steve Hodgkin – Drums

 

Vinegar Hill Music Theatre is an independently-owned event space located at 53 Old Post Road in Arundel, ME. Our charming, historic barn and outdoor garden provide an ideal backdrop for an unforgettable, intimate evening! Learn more here.

THE STRAY HORSES TRIBUTE TO CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL

The Stray Horses – This Maine based band is dedicated to bringing the ever vital and visceral music of the 1960’s and 1970’s to life on stages in New England and beyond. Full album performances are curated and presented as celebrations of the artists, times and circumstances in which they were created. Recent productions include: Nebraska – Bruce Springsteen (1982), Let it Be – The Beatles (1970) Harvest – Neil Young (1972), Tapestry – Carole King (1971), Running on Empty – Jackson Browne (1977), and The Band (The Brown Album) – The Band (1969). The Stray Horses are particularly well regarded for their Neil Young shows and have performed many of his other better and lesser known LP’s live in concert: After the Gold Rush, Everybody Knows This is Nowhere, On the Beach, Tonight’s the Night, Time Fades Away, Comes a Time, Ragged Glory  and Harvest Moon. Projects on the horizon include classic LP’s by: Elvis Costello, Joni Mitchell, Tom Petty and Creedence Clearwater Revival. The Stray Horses also work with a variety of both veteran and up and coming singer-songwriters in presenting and recording original music very much in the spirit of the classic artists they collectively celebrate.

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Special Guest Caitlin Piper is an award winning New Hampshire based singer-songwriter, vocalist, and educator whose music blends soul, jazz, pop and rock into a sound that is both timeless and contemporary. With a retro groove, jazz forward sensibility and heartfelt, relatable lyrics, her songs explore themes of love, relationships and life on the Seacoast. Celebrated for her soulful voice, engaging stage presence, and natural gift as a storyteller, Caitlin invites listeners into songs that feel both personal and universal. Her first full length LP will be released on June 12th, 2026 coinciding with an Album release show at The Press Room in Portsmouth, NH.

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Vinegar Hill Music Theatre is an independently-owned event space located at 53 Old Post Road in Arundel, ME. Our charming, historic barn and outdoor garden provide an ideal backdrop for an unforgettable, intimate evening! Learn more here.

LINDA EDER

Linda Eder is a versatile vocal powerhouse who first captured national attention with an undefeated run on TV’s Star Search in 1988. Known for her genre-spanning repertoire, which includes Broadway, standards, pop, country, and jazz, Eder’s career took flight with her Broadway debut in Jekyll & Hyde and continued to soar through numerous solo albums and television appearances.

With 19 solo recordings, Eder’s versatility shines across a range of styles, including a country-pop venture with The Other Side of Me. She has recorded for major labels such as BMG, Atlantic, and Angel, with notable releases including It’s Time, It’s No Secret Anymore, Gold, Jekyll & Hyde: The Cast Album, Soundtrack, Christmas Stays the Same, and By Myself: The Songs of Judy Garland.

In 2013, Eder founded her own label, Tressamail Records, releasing the album Christmas Where You Are, which features classic holiday songs and a unique duet of “Baby, It’s Cold Outside” with her son, Jake. Subsequent releases from Tressamail include LINDALive (2014), Retro Volume 1 (2015), If You See Me (2018), Retro Volume 2 (2020), and her latest album, TOSOM (The Other Side of Me: Live Concert), which features 21 tracks from her original The Other Side of Me album along with additional cover songs. Eder also produced a three-hour DVD documenting her behind-the-scenes life over a three-year period.

Eder’s television appearances include My Favorite Broadway: The Leading Ladies (PBS), My Favorite Broadway: The Love Songs (PBS), Hallelujah Broadway (PBS), and the Animal Planet special Trail Mix, which she created.

While her career spans television and recording, Eder’s true passion lies in live performance. She has performed at prestigious venues around the world, including the Kennedy Center, Radio City Music Hall, the Gershwin Theatre, the Hollywood Bowl, Lincoln Center, and Ford’s Theatre. Eder has also graced the stage of Carnegie Hall with four solo concerts.

Eder has collaborated with legendary artists such as Marvin Hamlisch and Burt Bacharach and has performed multiple times with the Boston Pops. Equally comfortable in intimate settings, she is a frequent favorite at Manhattan’s 54 Below. Known for her joyful presence and powerful voice, Linda Eder continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

 

Vinegar Hill Music Theatre is an independently-owned event space located at 53 Old Post Road in Arundel, ME. Our charming, historic barn and outdoor garden provide an ideal backdrop for an unforgettable, intimate evening! Learn more here.

CAROLINE RHEA

Beloved comedian and actress Caroline Rhea, best known for her role as Aunt Hilda on the hit show Sabrina, the Teenage Witch, brings her sharp wit and infectious humor back to Vinegar Hill. A cherished summer resident of Maine, Caroline has built a career spanning decades, earning acclaim for her unique blend of warmth, sass, and laugh-out-loud comedy.

Currently headlining clubs and theaters across the U.S. and Canada, Caroline continues to captivate audiences with her quick humor and relatable storytelling. Beyond the stage, she’s a familiar face on television, appearing as a regular guest on shows like Lopez vs. Lopez, Funny You Should Ask, and LIVE with Kelly & Ryan. She’s also made waves in the podcast world, with featured appearances on Burtcast with Bert Kreischer and The Harland Highway with Harland Williams. Whether performing for live audiences or connecting with fans on screen, Caroline Rhea remains a comedic force beloved by audiences everywhere.

 

Vinegar Hill Music Theatre is an independently-owned event space located at 53 Old Post Road in Arundel, ME. Our charming, historic barn and outdoor garden provide an ideal backdrop for an unforgettable, intimate evening! Learn more here.

 

STORY SONGS: CAT STEVENS, GORDON LIGHTFOOT, & HARRY CHAPIN – SUMMER EDITION

Story Songs of the 70s – Cat Stevens, Gordon Lightfoot, Harry Chapin and more!
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of music as Tom DiMenna and his talented band bring the iconic story songs of the 1970s to life. Featuring the timeless works of Cat Stevens, Gordon Lightfoot, and Harry Chapin, this heartfelt tribute showcases DiMenna’s remarkable ability to channel the vocal and musical style of these legendary artists. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or new to their music, this performance promises to stir your soul, get your toes tapping, and have you humming along to the songs that defined a generation.
 
Maine-based singer/songwriter Tom DiMenna has been captivating audiences with his rich voice, masterful guitar playing, and knack for storytelling. His debut album, You Know Me, My Devil Says, released in 2020, was followed by a sold-out tour of Cat Stevens’ classics in 2021. Expanding his repertoire, DiMenna now includes the works of Gordon Lightfoot and Harry Chapin in a broader celebration of 1970s story songs. Tom recreates the magic of these unforgettable tracks, making them resonate as deeply today as they did decades ago. From the gentle wisdom of Cat Stevens to the poetic narratives of Gordon Lightfoot and the poignant tales of Harry Chapin, this show is a must-see for lovers of meaningful music. Join us for this one of-a-kind tribute that will transport you back to the heart and soul of the ’70s. The legend lives on!
 
“Go See Tom! I can’t say enough good things about him.” – Aimsel Ponti, Portland Press Herald

 

Vinegar Hill Music Theatre is an independently-owned event space located at 53 Old Post Road in Arundel, ME. Our charming, historic barn and outdoor garden provide an ideal backdrop for an unforgettable, intimate evening! Learn more here.

 

MAGIC BUS – A TRIBUTE TO THE WHO

The Who, one of the most legendary bands in rock history, burst onto the charts in 1964 with their breakout hit “Can’t Explain.” This marked the start of an incredible journey that would redefine rock music for generations. More than 50 years later, their timeless sound continues to captivate audiences, with their music featured in commercials, TV themes, and radio playlists worldwide.

Magic Bus, a Portland, Maine-based tribute band, brings the electrifying energy and iconic sound of The Who to life. From the rebellious anthem “My Generation” to the powerhouse hit “Who Are You,” we’ll take you on a musical journey through The Who’s storied career. Our performances also feature select songs from their groundbreaking rock operas Tommy and Quadrophenia, delivering an authentic and unforgettable tribute to one of rock’s greatest bands.

Vinegar Hill Music Theatre is an independently-owned event space located at 53 Old Post Road in Arundel, ME. Our charming, historic barn and outdoor garden provide an ideal backdrop for an unforgettable, intimate evening! Learn more here.

THE MASTERSTROKE QUEEN EXPERIENCE

We are The Masterstroke Queen Experience. We bring the amazing songs of Queen to life on the stage, with a tip of the cap to the style, bombast and essence of Queen’s live shows.

Founded in 2015 by band leader/lead vocalist and self-professed “Queen Freak,” Sean Slaughter (finalist in the 2011 Roger Taylor/ Brian May officially Queen sanctioned Queen Extravaganza Contest), the MQE is nine members strong of exceptionally experienced and talented musicians who replicate the complex album arrangements and layers that Queen produced so spectacularly well, while still having fun and doing some mash-ups with live versions.

“Sean Slaughter and his band of merry men and women burn it down! The high quality performers and performance take the crowd from 1973 to the early ’90’s as they cover the hits and deep tracks of the band who invented arena rock and spectacle.

The two and a half plus hour show never lets up. Slaughter keeps things moving by leading the charge and graciously stepping aside featuring his skilled colleagues and guest musicians, who he clearly holds in high regard. 

Slaughter is the consummate front man and band leader. He is the man for the job with vocal chops, flair, humility, humor and again, a deep admiration and respect for those who share the stage with him.

The Masterstroke Queen Experience, in the spirit of Queen, is a rock’n’roll rollercoaster ride, rich in musical history and tons of fun!” 

-Steve Peer, writer “Steve’s Theme Park”

 

Vinegar Hill Music Theatre is an independently-owned event space located at 53 Old Post Road in Arundel, ME. Our charming, historic barn and outdoor garden provide an ideal backdrop for an unforgettable, intimate evening! Learn more here.

 

ROSE ALLEY: A TRIBUTE TO JERRY GARCIA BAND

Rose Alley celebrates the music of Jerry Garcia, JGB and beyond. Made up of Maine music scene veterans Kevin Roper, Aaron Nadeau, Neil Carroll and Drew Wyman, Rose Alley toes the line of Garcia Band authenticity while adding plenty of their own flair from their combined experiences. Three part harmonies and electrifying jams add to the sonic pleasure of a Rose Alley concert! As their popularity rises, they have been honored to have John Kadlecik (Dark Star Orchestra, Furthur, JGB) join them on multiple occasions, and most recently Melvin Seals (Jerry Garcia Band) himself!

 

What does “General Admission” mean?

For General Admission events, all theater seats are removed from the floor to create an open space, with cocktail tables and barstools added for a more relaxed atmosphere. The number of tables and stools varies depending on the show and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Theater seating in the balcony will remain in place and is also first come, first serve. Please contact info@vinhillmusic.com for any accessibility accommodations.

 

 

Vinegar Hill Music Theatre is an independently-owned event space located at 53 Old Post Road in Arundel, ME. Our charming, historic barn and outdoor garden provide an ideal backdrop for an unforgettable, intimate evening! Learn more here.