Leonid and Friends
What: In just three short years, Moscow-based Leonid & Friends have blown the minds of legions of fans with their uncanny ability to capture the spirit, musicality and fire of American supergroup Chicago. Leonid Vorobyev’s goal was a studio project in dedication to Chicago under the motto “musicians for musicians.” Their first video went viral, but they really gained traction when Chicago itself published the video on its official website. This incredible 11-piece tribute band has over 500,000 followers across social media and has had an astonishing 100 million+ video views.
When: May 1 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Colonial Theatre, 609 Main St., Laconia
Cost: $29 to $59
Info: coloniallaconia.com
Ken Burns
What: Renowned documentarian Ken Burns will discuss the values and beliefs that have shaped his life and work, and how all of us can discover shared meaning and purpose in a divided and fractious world. An award-winning filmmaker known for his distinctive style, Burns has examined topics ranging from the Civil War, to America’s National Parks, to heavyweight champion and civil rights activist Muhammad Ali. His latest documentary is “Benjamin Franklin.”
When: April 30 with a reception at 5 p.m. and dinner and conversation at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Sullivan Arena, Saint Anselm College, 100 Saint Anselm Drive, Manchester
Cost: $300 per person
Info: anselm.edu/humanities-institute/evening-ken-burns
10,000 Maniacs
What: Celebrating their 40th Anniversary, 10,000 Maniacs has a lot in common with Jamestown, New York, the city that spawned them back in 1981. Both are honest and hardworking, a step outside the mainstream, and both possess a bit of magic. The live shows embrace their entire catalogue, and the lineup is still anchored by four of the six original members.
When: April 30 at 8 p.m.
Where: Colonial Theatre, 609 Main St., Laconia
Cost: $39 to $69
Info: coloniallaconia.com
