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ROSS BLECKNER: NEVER THE LESS

Installation view of Ross Bleckner: NEVER THE LESS, Guild Hall, East Hampton, August 9 – October 25, 2026. Photo by Francine Fleischer. Image courtesy of Guild Hall.

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ON BANJO: ALISON BROWN & FRIENDS

Presented by D’Addario & Guild Hall

 Guild Hall and D’Addario welcome Grammy Award-winning banjoist Alison Brown for an evening rooted in American tradition and shaped by global influence. A pioneering artist, Brown has expanded the banjo’s voice far beyond bluegrass, drawing on jazz, folk, Celtic, and international traditions to create music that is both deeply grounded and boldly exploratory.

Joining Brown are acclaimed vocalist and guitarist Michael Daves, whose innovative approach bridges traditional bluegrass and contemporary acoustic music, and fiddler Tatiana Hargreaves, celebrated for her masterful interpretations of old-time, bluegrass, and vernacular string-band traditions. They are joined by members of the Alison Brown Quintet: John Ragusa (flute), Jody Nardone (piano), Garry West (bass), and Bryan Brock (drums).

Through original compositions, reimagined roots repertoire, and spontaneous musical conversation, Brown reveals the banjo as a versatile and boundary-crossing instrument—one capable of connecting styles, stories, and traditions across cultures and generations.

Rush Tickets: A limited number of $25 rush tickets will be on sale for this performance, starting 20 minutes before the program begins, in person only, subject to availability. Customers will be instructed to line up outside no earlier than 45 minutes before the start of the show in order to access rush tickets, which are max 2 per customer. 

 

IN-PROCESS: ROBBIE FAIRCHILD – LORD CHAMBERLAIN’S MEN

Co-commission with New York City Center

Guild Hall William P. Rayner Artist-in-Residence Robbie Fairchild shares an in-process presentation of his new dance-theater work, Lord Chamberlain’s Men, offering audiences a sneak peek ahead of its premiere at New York City Center’s Fall for Dance Festival.

Marking Fairchild’s debut as a director and choreographer, Lord Chamberlain’s Men is a dance-theater work inspired by Shakespeare’s sonnets and the origin story of Romeo & Juliet, exploring themes of identity, forbidden love, and sexual longing that resonate throughout Shakespeare’s writing. With acclaimed director and choreographer Christopher Wheeldon, OBE, serving as Creative Consultant, Fairchild brings together movement, text, and electro-acoustic music to create a theatrical landscape where storytelling and choreography intersect.

The in-process presentation will be followed by a conversation with the artists about the development of the work and Fairchild’s evolution from celebrated performer to director and choreographer.

Director: Robbie Fairchild
Choreographer: Robbie Fairchild after Sonya Tayeh’s Unveiling
Creative Consultant: Christopher Wheeldon, OBE
Music: Sean Forte & Ben Waters after Tchaikovsky
Book Writer: Rick Elice
Costume: Márion Talán de la Rosa
Light Design: Clifton Taylor
Assistant Choreographer: Lily Shepard
Performed by: Robbie Fairchild, Nico Greetham, Rachel Lockhart & Vincenzo di Primo

 

ROBBY HOFFMAN: LIVE ON TOUR

STANDBY & RUSH TICKETS
Guests are encouraged to come up to 45 minutes in advance to line up outside in the standby line for the potential release of tickets, including a limited number of $25 Rush tickets, first come first served. Standby and rush tickets are not guaranteed, but we recommend you still try!

Spend an evening laughing out loud with Robby Hoffman, the wildly original comedian and Emmy-nominated breakout star of HBO’s Hacks. Known for scene-stealing performances and a voice that’s as bold as it is unpredictable, Hoffman has quickly become one of comedy’s most exciting rising forces.

Fresh off her acclaimed debut Netflix special Wake Up—a no-holds-barred hour of sharp, irreverent stand-up directed by John Mulaney—Hoffman brings her signature blend of fearless storytelling and offbeat perspective to the stage. She can also be seen in HBO’s buzzy new comedy Rooster, continuing a breakout run across television and live performance.

With writing credits on Workin’ Moms and The Chris Gethard Show and a style that turns life’s strangest moments into comedy gold, Hoffman delivers a night that is raw, unpredictable, and relentlessly funny.

 

KIDFEST: UP IN ARMS—PIRATE SONG

TWO PERFORMANCES:
1 PM TICKETS
4:30 PM TICKETS

Set sail on the adventure of a lifetime with Pirate Song, a whimsical musical puppet show filled with heart, humor, and discovery. In a world where dreams set sail and magic fills the air, Paulette the Pirate Princess and her faithful dog Waffle embark on a journey around the world in search of something truly special, her very own song.

For generations, Paulette’s family have sung the same old pirate song. But Paulette longs for something more. Determined to discover her own voice, she and Waffle set off on an unforgettable voyage, meeting remarkable friends along the way. A giraffe in Africa shares a new perspective on seeing the world. In Australia, a quirky koala playing the didgeridoo teaches Paulette to celebrate what makes each of us wonderfully different. A wise dragon in Japan reveals how our past can guide our future, while a vibrant toucan in Brazil encourages Paulette to trust her inner spirit.

Through music, laughter, and colorful characters, Paulette discovers that her song may have been with her all along, the song of curiosity, courage, and adventure. With her inner song guiding her, Paulette inspires audiences to celebrate their own unique voice and the beauty of cultures around the world.

Join us out-front at the Phanstiel Plaza for a free workshop before the show!

NEIL DEGRASSE TYSON: STARTALK LIVE!

This program is sold out, but we encourage you to join the waiting list!

The cosmos is calling! Join world-renowned astrophysicist and Guild Hall Academy of the Arts Member Neil deGrasse Tyson for the return of StarTalk Live! at Guild Hall—an unforgettable evening where science meets comedy, curiosity, and cosmic discovery.

Dr. Tyson will be joined by Chuck Nice, comedian and longtime StarTalk co-host, and Dr. Janna Levin, physicist, author, and professor of physics and astronomy at Barnard College of Columbia University.

Prepare for an exhilarating, mind-expanding journey as this dynamic trio explores the mysteries of the universe, the latest scientific breakthroughs, and the biggest questions about our place in the cosmos. With StarTalk’s signature blend of intelligence, humor, and lively conversation, this live show promises to be as entertaining as it is enlightening.

Purchase the limited “premium” ticket for an intimate post-program star gazing event with Dr. Tyson and our friends at The Hamptons Observatory.

 Sale of pre-signed books preceding the program with our friends at BookHampton.

 

G.E. SMITH’S PORTRAITS: PATTY SMYTH WITH SPECIAL GUEST JOHN MCENROE

Join us for a night of extraordinary music and storytelling with G.E. Smith, Patty Smyth, and special guest John McEnroe as part of the 2026 G.E. Smith’s PORTRAITS series.

The evening brings together G.E. Smith—the masterful guitarist and bandleader known for his work with Bob Dylan, Hall & Oates, and Saturday Night Live—with rock legend Patty Smyth, the Grammy-nominated voice behind Scandal’s hit “The Warrior” and the classic duet “Sometimes Love Just Ain’t Enough.” They’ll be joined by tennis icon and lifelong music devotee, John McEnroe, whose passion for rock and blues has led to memorable musical collaborations and performances.

Together, they will share an engaging blend of songs, spontaneous performances, and stories from their remarkable careers in music and beyond.

PORTRAITS, created by Taylor Barton & G.E. Smith, is an intimate concert series featuring in-depth musical conversations that reveal the influences, artistry, and experiences behind today’s most compelling performers.

STIRRING THE POT: PADMA LAKSHMI

The popular series kicks off its 15th year with Padma Lakshmi, the Emmy-nominated producer, television creator/host of CBS’s America’s Culinary Cup, food expert, New York Times best-selling author, and one of Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People. Padma will sit down with Florence to discuss her 2025 book, Padma’s All American—Tales, Travels, and Recipes from Taste the Nation and Beyond: A Cookbook. This very personal book is the result of seven years of traveling, tasting, listening, and observing.

Doors will open at 10 AM for a pre-show continental breakfast courtesy of Citarella. A book signing will follow in the lobby.

Rush Tickets: A limited number of $25 rush tickets will be on sale for this performance, starting 20 minutes before the program begins, in person only, subject to availability. Customers will be instructed to line up outside no earlier than 45 minutes before the start of the show in order to access rush tickets, which are max 2 per customer. 

KIDFEST: SONIA DE LOS SANTOS

Join Sonia De Los Santos for a joyful, high-energy family concert filled with music, storytelling, and audience participation.

Born in Monterrey, Mexico and now based in New York, Sonia creates vibrant, bilingual performances that get audiences singing, clapping, and dancing along. Blending Latin American rhythms with North American folk, her songs celebrate friendship, nature, and her experiences growing up in Mexico and making a home in the United States. Sung in both English and Spanish, her music invites children and adults alike to connect across cultures in a fun, welcoming environment.

A former member of the Grammy Award–winning group Dan Zanes and Friends, Sonia brings warmth, humor, and heart to every performance—creating an unforgettable shared experience for the whole family. 

Join us out-front at the Phanstiel Plaza for an arts & crafts workshop with our friends at CMEE before the show!

AN EVENING WITH FRAN LEBOWITZ

Fran Lebowitz—author, satirist, and one of today’s most distinctive cultural voices—comes to Guild Hall for an evening of unfiltered conversation. Rising to prominence with her bestselling essay collections Metropolitan Life and Social Studies, Lebowitz has become a singular figure in American letters and pop culture, known for her sharp intellect, dry humor, and unmistakable style. She is widely recognized for her longstanding commentary on New York City life and her recent appearance in Martin Scorsese’s documentary series Pretend It’s a City.

In this unscripted exchange, Lebowitz offers biting insights on culture, politics, media, and the peculiarities of modern living. Blending comedy with keen social critique, she delivers an evening that is as thought-provoking as it is entertaining—driven by her signature wit and the force of her personality.

THIS PROGRAM IS SOLD OUT. JOINING THE IN-PERSON STANDBY LIST IS ENCOURAGED.
For standby, please arrive no earlier than 40 minutes before the program to add your name to the list.

JOHN WATERS: GOING TO EXTREMES

No matter what your pubic-politics are these days, you have to admit it’s time for everybody to go to extremes.

John Waters is back on the road with a whole new fast-moving crackpot comedy show that will beg the authorities to drop a net on both him and his rabidly insane audience. He knows his deviously demented fans will fight back with a limp-wrist fist.

He’s dressed to thrill and ready to rant about pro-punk conversion therapy, right-wing female-female impersonators, extreme amusement parks, even prank guerrilla placement of phony incendiary book titles in libraries that recently banned gay children’s classics. Yessir, the Duke of Dirt has reckless eyeballs and he’s lookin’ for you, lunatics!

Let’s all drill a hole in our heads so we’re high forever and crash the Kennedy Center! His filth followers don’t get off, they get on you and scream, “Go! Go! Go to the John Waters show!”

Going to Extremes. It’ll make you scream!

Join us in the Minikes Garden after the program for a book signing, where BookHampton will be on site selling several of John Water’s titles.