Reserved Seating: $25 - $30 Advance | $35 - $40 Door

Doors 7pm | Show 8pm

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.

Reserved Seating: $20 - $25 Advance | $30 - $35 Door

Doors 7pm | Show 8pm

See Traveller: The Chris Stapleton Experience LIVE at Vinegar Hill Music Theatre on June 20th.

Traveller: The Chris Stapleton Experience is the brainchild of Alec Antobenedetto, the voice of Traveller, who oddly enough plays drums for many of the areas most popular bands; including the Peacheaters (An Allman Brothers Band Experience) Confounded Bridge (Celebrating the Music of Led Zeppelin), Pieces of Eight and many more.

This group started when Alec Said "I just heard his voice and over the years it had become more than obvious I had to do this". So I called up some music buddies and they all jumped in feet first and this is such a fun group to be around and we love this music and playing this music for people, seeing their reaction means everything".

You'll feel like you're at a Chris Stapleton concert when this group starts playing.

Michael Corleto will be opening for Traveller: The Chris Stapleton Experience. Michael Corleto is a Kennebunk, Maine native who’s been playing guitar since age ten. Always a local favorite, Michael has been sitting in with area musicians since age 11. He soon branched off and began his career honing his craft as a solo musician adding vocals and performing an average of 250 gigs per year. Since the early days of his playing, Michael has continued to grow musically: graduating high school in 2022, attending a short yet prominent time at Berklee College of Music, recorded 3 studio albums, and spent his 2025 in Nashville. He has since returned back home and now professionally resides between Southern Maine and Key West, Florida.

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.

Reserved Seating: $30 - $35 Advance | $40 - $45 Door

Doors 7pm | Show 8pm

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.

Reserved Seating: $50 Advance | $60 Door

Doors 6:30pm | Show 7:30pm

***PLEASE NOTE THE EARLIER START TIME!***

Get ready to boogie! Friday Night Fever brings 70s hits and disco grooves to the beautiful Vinegar Hill in Arundel, Maine on Friday, June 26th, 2026. Doors open at 6:30 PM, and music starts at 7:30 PM, all in support of Sweetser.

Plush will be performing live, delivering high-energy 70s classics and disco favorites that will light up the night.

All proceeds benefit mental health in Maine – grab your friends, enjoy your favorite throwback hits, and party hard to support mental health!

Band Biography

Plush is a Maine-based 10-piece live band bringing energy, style, and a full dance-floor sound to events across New England. With 4 vocalists, a 2-piece horn section, and a driving rhythm section, Plush delivers a versatile, high-energy show that feels equally at home from black-tie galas to packed wedding receptions and community celebrations.

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.

Reserved Seating: $30 - $35 Advance | $40 - $45 Door

Doors 7pm | Show 8pm

Story Songs of the 70s is a seasonal concert series by Maine-based singer/songwriter, Tom DiMenna, and features songs by 3 legendary songwriters of the vinyl era — Gordon Lightfoot, Cat Stevens, and Harry Chapin. This folk-rock act blends lush vocals, intricate guitar playing and iconic story songs into a sound that’s both intimate and powerful. While rooted in the folk tradition, this special Summer edition has toe-tapping rhythms, sing-along choruses, and a fully amplified presence that has charmed audiences all over New England. It’s a carefully crafted presentation of the timeless songs that shaped a generation — performed with heart, humor, and resonance.

In addition: Tom is now officially endorsed by Gibson Guitars and John Pearse Strings, legendary names in acoustic tone. 

"Go See Tom!" -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.

Reserved Seating: $35 - $40 Advance | $45 - $50 Door

Doors 7pm | Show 8pm

Experience the Adam Ezra Group LIVE at Vinegar Hill Music Theatre on July 2nd.

We don’t see many artists building the kind of momentum Adam Ezra Group is generating right now.

What has grown over more than two decades of relentless grassroots touring has become something far bigger than a typical touring band: a fiercely independent, fan-powered community that continues to expand one show at a time. Rooms across the country are selling out when Adam Ezra Group comes to town, with longtime fans regularly traveling across state lines to catch multiple shows, drawn by the band’s deep sense of community and the promise that no two nights are ever the same.

The band never performs from a fixed setlist, instead shaping each night around the energy in the room. Songs, stories, and moments unfold in real time—part concert, part revival, and part reminder of what live music can still be at its best.

Blending folk/Americana soul, rock ’n’ roll energy, and deeply human songwriting, Adam Ezra Group has built one of the most authentic underground followings in live music today while quickly becoming recognized on a national level. As SPIN recently put it, they are “an independent underground folk band blowing up without selling out,” a rise that has happened entirely outside the traditional industry system, powered by word of mouth, community activism, and a genuine connection between band and audience that often turns first-time listeners into lifelong fans.

Catch them now while they’re still playing the kinds of rooms where you can give Adam a hug on your way out.

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.

Reserved Seating: $50 - $55 Advance | $60 - $65 Door

Doors 7pm | Show 8pm

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 Bertcast 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.

Reserved Seating: $75 - $85 Advance | $85 - $95 Door

Doors 7pm | Show 8pm

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.

Reserved Seating: $25 - $30 Advance | $35 - $40 Door

Doors 7pm | Show 8pm

Enjoy a night of live music with Sophie Patenaude at Vinegar Hill Music Theatre on July 10th.

Sophie Patenaude doesn’t sing because she has all the answers; she sings because she has a song. A new and eminent name in folk rock/Americana, Sophie’s music realizes the human experience as poetry to be sung and literature to be lived. She interprets the struggles, victories, and stories of the layman to be just as remarkable as any other tale. Through her brutally honest lyricism, driving melodies, and raw, organic production pulled from her deep New England roots, she’s crafting a sound that delivers warmth and wisdom and demands you turn up the volume and sing along. Whether you’re moving through heartbreak, longing for a taste of home, craving change in the world around you, or rocking out on backroads with the top down, Sophie has saved a space just for you to feel seen, heard, and understood.

Selling out shows around New England, Sophie is quickly making her mark. Singing with a voice described by Kara DioGuardi as conveying “beautiful pain,” Sophie can transport her audience to the exact moment she is singing about; this vulnerability has become her superpower and her sound. In her community, she is recognized as an artist who brings joy, faith, authenticity, and conviction to every performance. Her growing fanbase and catalog are proof of her magnetic appeal. Her journey has taken her from classical to gospel, from rock to jazz, from country to blues, creating a unique sonic blueprint that is equal parts familiar and fresh.

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.

Reserved Seating: $25 - $30 Advance | $35 - $40 Door

Doors 7pm | Show 8pm

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.

Instagram / Caitlin Piper

Facebook / Caitlin Piper

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.

General Admission: $25 Advance | $35 Door

Doors 7pm | Show 8pm

Jacob Jolliff is one of the world’s premier contemporary mandolinists. In 2011, he graduated from Berklee College of Music, having studied there on a full scholarship. The following year, in 2012, he won the USA’s National Mandolin Championship in Winfield, KS. A fixture of the bluegrass scene, he has performed and collaborated with Béla Fleck, Tony Trischka, Michael Daves, Grant Gordy, Wes Corbett, and Alex Hargreaves, to name a few. Additionally, throughout his 20s, he toured as a member of the groups Joy Kills Sorrow and Yonder Mountain String Band. Currently, his focus is on his own ensemble, The Jacob Jolliff Band—one of the most cutting-edge progressive bluegrass groups on the scene today. They’ve released three albums, the most recent of which,“Instrumentals, Vol. 2: Mandolin Mysteries,” dropped in May 2024. The band plays a combination of complex original instrumental music and vocal repertoire that spans from trad bluegrass to unlikely pop covers. Improvisation and the ensemble interplay are at the forefront.

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 [email protected] 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.

Reserved Seating: $85 - $90 Advance | $95 - $100 Door

Doors 7pm | Show 8pm

JIMMIE VAUGHAN is making his way to the Vinegar Hill Music Theatre stage on July 15th. When it comes to the blues today, there are a handful of guiding lights to make sure the music stays true to its history. For Jimmie Vaughan, he’s dedicated his life to making sure the blues not only stays alive, but remains full of life and an inspiration to all who listen. It’s a spirit he holds close to him, and for almost 60 years, Vaughan isn’t about to stop now.

As a bandleader, singer and guitarist, the four time Grammy Award winner, Jimmie Vaughan is a master of how everything is captured for posterity. “Playing what you feel has always been my main goal,” Vaughan says. Considering the Texas guitarist and singer has had the kind of career that makes him a living legacy, those are no idle words. His first group when he was 13 years old played Dallas’ Hob Nob Lounge six nights a week, learning the kind of lessons that can’t be taught, they have to be lived. Getting the chance to open for Jimi Hendrix when he was 16 years old along with being heavily influenced by B.B. King, Muddy Waters, Albert King, Freddie King and so many more, convinced the young Vaughan it was time to find a way to play the music he felt the strongest about: the blues. That took him to hitchhiking to Austin in the early 70’s and carving out a new crew of blues players who shared his musical excitement. He formed The Fabulous Thunderbirds and their debut album “Girls Go Wild” on Takoma Records was released in 1979. After worldwide success with The Fabulous Thunderbirds during the 80’s, it came time to leave the band and build his own path in exploring different approaches to the blues. He and his brother Stevie Ray Vaughan collaborated and released “Family Style” to great acclaim and recognition in the music industry.

He then released his first solo album on Epic Records in the early 90’s and what Vaughan discovered was that he could take it anywhere; there were no boundaries. “I wanted to find out what I could really do,” he says, “and when I started singing it gave me a whole new side to explore. When I was young I didn’t really pay much attention to categories of music. I just heard what I liked and decided to explore that and that’s really what I‘m still doing.” Jimmie is continuing his love affair with and staying spiritually connected to the American music he loves.

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.

Reserved Seating: $50 - $55 Advance | $60 - $65 Door

Doors 7pm | Show 8pm

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.

Reserved Seating: $50 - $55 Advance | $60 - $65 Door

Doors 7pm | Show 8pm

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.

Reserved Seating: $45 - $50 Advance | $55 - $60 Door

PLEASE NOTE THE EARLIER START TIME

Doors 6pm | Show 7pm

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.

This year's lineup includes:

Joe Canale

Marc Evan Jackson

Tim Meadows

Brad Morris

Erin Patterson

Matt Walsh

(Cast is subject to change)



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.

Reserved Seating: $45 - $50 Advance | $55 - $60 Door

PLEASE NOTE THE LATER START TIME

Doors 8:30pm | Show 9pm

Due to overwhelming response, Bluebird Improv has added a second LATE NIGHT show on July 22nd.

Note: The 7pm show runs until 8:30, so there will be a quick turnaround between shows. Expect a bit of lively energy as one crowd leaves and the next arrives – part of the fun of an improv double feature!

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.

This year's lineup includes:

Joe Canale

Marc Evan Jackson

Tim Meadows

Brad Morris

Erin Patterson

Matt Walsh

(Cast is subject to change)



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.