Playhouse Live

Fingerpicking guitarist David Wolff, found his passion for music after hearing Hot Tuna, eventually teaching alongside Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Jorma Kaukonen at Fur Peace Ranch. Wolff has played with legends like Oteil Burbridge (The Allman Brothers, Dead & Co.) and David Bromberg. Don't miss this intimate performance! Show begins at 6:30pm. Admission is free, no reservation required.

Rooted in nostalgia yet undeniably fresh, Drew Angus blends classic songwriting with a modern sensibility, drawing comparisons to John Mayer and Chris Stapleton. A finalist on American Idol—where Jennifer Lopez called him “a real talent”—Angus has built a reputation as a compelling live performer with a gift for emotional connection. He’s shared stages with icons including Stevie Nicks, Harry Styles, and Nile Rodgers, opened for Noah Kahan, and performed the National Anthem for the New York Mets and San Francisco Giants. His standout single, Made to Love You, has surpassed one million streams, while his soulful duet of (Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay with Marc Broussard has earned over four million YouTube views—cementing his place as a rising voice with both heart and staying power. Show begins at 6:30pm. Admission is free, no reservation required.

Louis Cato’s journey to becoming bandleader of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert began at age two on the drums, evolving through gospel roots in North Carolina to Berklee College of Music and, ultimately, New York City. Now a Grammy-nominated, internationally acclaimed multi-instrumentalist, producer, singer-songwriter, and 2026 Primetime Emmy Award nominee for Outstanding Music Direction, Cato has collaborated with artists like Bobby McFerrin, James Taylor, Q-Tip, Jon Batiste, and St. Vincent. After years supporting other artists, he stepped into the spotlight with his solo work, including Starting Now (2017), Reflections (2023), and Cato Covers, Vol. 1 (2024), followed by new singles in 2025. Alongside his nightly role on The Late Show, he continues to tour and perform nationwide. Don’t miss this intimate, one-night-only event with Louis Cato and his trio.

A versatile songwriter and guitarist known for blending blues, Americana, and roots rock into a style that’s entirely his own. His Duke Robillard–produced album The Levee was named one of the Top 100 Blues Albums of 2012 by The Roots Report, reaching #3 on their Blues chart and #1 overall. He’s continued to release original music, including his self-produced EP 2020 Blues and the Americana-inspired Death Weather. Show begins at 6:30pm. Admission is free, no reservation required.

Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Ari Hest has built a remarkable career—first gaining a devoted following through college touring, then releasing major-label albums, and later pioneering fan-driven projects like 52 and The Treehouse Project on Patreon. Over two decades, he’s performed with artists such as The Indigo Girls, Martin Sexton, Judy Collins, and Suzanne Vega, with his songs featured in The Path, The Lincoln Lawyer, Private Practice, Army Wives, and One Tree Hill. His ongoing Treehouse Project delivers a new song every two weeks, with fans voting on favorites for annual album releases—now approaching 100 original songs in its fourth year.

Join us for the Bedford Playhouse Summer Youth Theatre Program, a creative and supportive experience designed for young performers ages 8–14. Led by professional theatre instructors Franco Pedicini and Arielle Sherman, students will build confidence and develop their performance skills through acting, improvisation, scene study, vocal technique, stage presence, breath work, audition preparation, and more. Throughout the week, campers will collaborate on songs and scenes while strengthening teamwork, communication, and self-expression, culminating in a final showcase performance for family and friends. Whether new to the stage or an experienced performer, every student is encouraged to take creative risks, explore their unique artistic voice, and discover the joy of theatre.

Christopher Brown is a Westchester-based singer-songwriter whose heartfelt storytelling and authentic performances have connected with audiences throughout the Greater New York area for more than four decades. Known both as a solo artist and as the longtime frontman of Bookends, Brown brings rich vocals, engaging stage presence, and songs that reflect the humor, challenges, and triumphs of everyday life. His latest album, Hopes, Jokes & Lies (2025), continues a catalog of thoughtful original music spanning six releases.

Jay Prince & Friends is an all-star ensemble featuring Jay Prince (guitar/vocals), Bill Heller (keyboards), Chris Eminizer (saxophone), Tyger MacNeal (drums), and Dave Anderson (bass)—five accomplished musicians whose combined resumes include performances and recordings with legendary artists such as Paul Simon, Michael McDonald, Donna Summer, Smokey Robinson, Art Garfunkel, Jose Feliciano, Keith Urban, Patti Austin, Gladys Knight, Blood, Sweat & Tears, Average White Band, The Four Tops, and many more. Their careers span Grammy-nominated recordings, Billboard chart-topping albums, Broadway productions including Movin' Out, Smokey Joe's Café, Riverdance, Mamma Mia!, and Hot Feet, national television, and countless studio sessions. Fronted by Jay Prince—who first gained national recognition on Star Search and has performed more than 5,000 live shows at venues including Madison Square Garden, Sony Hall, and The Cutting Room—the band delivers a dynamic blend of eclectic classic rock, blues, funk, soul, jazz, and pop, combining extraordinary musicianship with infectious energy for an unforgettable live performance.