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Current Special Exhibit
"In Her Voice: Jacqueline Kennedy the White House Years" Exhibit

This special 50th anniversary exhibit presents treasures from the ceremonial events building up to the inaugural -- JFK’s farewell to his home state of Massachusetts; his arrival in Washington at an inaugural eve gala -- and from the inaugural ceremony itself.

May 2

Gaelic Roots Presents: Irish Accordion, Fiddle, & Song Concert
by Seamus Begley & Oisin Mac Diarmada

Walsh Hall Function Room
150 St. Thomas More Rd. on BC's Chestnut Hill campus
6:30 to 8:30 p.m. | Free
617 552-0490 | connolsb@bc.edu | bc.edu/centers/irish/gaelicroots

The Gaelic Roots series is directed by renowned fiddler Séamus Connolly, BC's Sullivan Artist-in-Residence, and sponsored by the Center for Irish Programs at Boston College. Seamus hosts this monthly concert featuring the best in traditional Irish music, song and dance.

May 5

Cinco de Mayo

Jose McIntyre’s Pub
160 Milk Street, Boston
5:00 pm-2:00 am | 617 451-9460 | irishconnection.com

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo - - the greatest “Cinco” celebration this side of Mexico. Prizes, giveaways, mariachi bands and entertainment from 5:00pm until 2:00am.

May 6

David Sedaris - Celebrity Series
Boston Pops

Boston Symphony Hall
301 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston
7:00 p.m. | $30-$55 | 1-888-266-1200 | bso.org

Grammy Award nominated David Sedaris is performing with the Boston Pops as part of the Visions of America program of the 2012 season. The evening will include a Q&A session and a book signing following the show.

May 7
(This show has been moved from November 2011 - - previously sold tickets will be honored)

The Priests - - WIN FREE TIX!

Wilbur Theatre
246 Tremont Street, Boston
7:30 pm concert | $46.05 - $84.95 | ticketmaster.com

Hailing from Northern Ireland, Fathers Martin O'Hagan, Eugene O'Hagan and David Delargy, better known as The Priests, will perform at the Wilbur, as part of their first U.S. concert tour on November 22. To date, they have sold over 3 million copies of their debut album, which sold so quickly that it secured them a place in the Guinness Book of World Records as the fastest-selling classical debut of all time.
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May 9

Boston Pops - - Opening Night
Bernadette Peters

Boston Symphony Hall
301 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston
$41-$125 | 8:00 p.m.
617 638-9345 | 1-888-266-1200 | bso.org

Broadway superstar Bernadette Peters joins Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops to open the 2012 season. Peters returns to Symphony Hall with her signature style singing selections such as Let Me Entertain You, Fever, and Some Enchanted Evening. This grand opening night also includes a complimentary pre-concert reception and post-concert CD and book signing with Ms. Peters.

May 14

BRT Presents: Atwater-Donnelly & Friends

Blackstone River Theatre
549 Broad Street, Cumberland, RI
7:00 pm | $30.00 advance/$35.00 day of show
401 725-9272 | riverfolk.org

Based in Rhode Island, this poplar folk duo performs a blend of traditional American and Celtic music, along with original compositions and poetry.

May 15-16

Boston Pops - - The Streisand Songbook with
Ann Hampton Callaway

Boston Symphony Hall
301 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston
$22-$92 | 8:00 p.m.
617 638-9345 | 1-888-266-1200 | bso.org

Platinum Award-winning vocalist and songwriter Ann Hampton Callaway joins the Boston Pops to pay tribute to one of America's most celebrated singers, Barbra Streisand.

May 17

Ronan Tynan - - "America's Irish Tenor" - - WIN FREE TIX!
Presented by B & H Management Consultants, Inc.
Valerie Brown & Mark Harford

The Palace Theatre
80 Hanover Street, Manchester, NH
603 668-5588 | Tickets | palacetheatre.org
7:30 pm | $24.50 - $39.50 | $59.50 (includes a pre-show meet and greet). No refunds or exchanges.

Ronan Tynan, considered one of the best Irish tenors alive, is coming to the Palace Theatre in Manchester, NH at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 17. In addition to performing in the world’s great concert halls, Ronan has truly emerged as America’s Irish Tenor, and a favorite here in New England. In the past year he has performed the National Anthem before a Red Sox crowd at Fenway Park and at the New England Patriots playoff game at Gillette Stadium, as well as the 9/11 ten-year anniversary ceremonies in New York City.
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May 21-28

Inroads Ireland's GO SOUTH Tour

2918 Stevens Street, Madison, WI 53705
2,199 per person | 1-888-220-7711 | InroadsIreland.com | Reservations | Itinerary

For an authentic Irish experience, travel with Inroads Ireland’s tours off the beaten track in small groups (max of 14 people) on Ireland’s back roads. The one week mini-coach tour takes you to the very best of southern Ireland where you’ll discover ancient monastic settlements with intricately carved Celtic crosses, round towers, and the Cliffs of Moher. Explore centuries old castles & experience a mystifying solar alignment within a tranquil stone circle. Enjoy a traditional Irish music session while relaxing in a cozy pub. Stay in small towns like Baltimore, Kenmare, and Dingle in locally owned guesthouses and help support local economies. You’ll walk the land, capture the spirit, and have Ireland forever in your heart. This is Ireland done right!

May 23, 24, 26

Boston Pops - - City of Champions

Boston Symphony Hall
301 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston
$22-$92 | 8:00 p.m.
617 638-9345 | 1-888-266-1200 | bso.org

The Red Sox, Patriots, Celtics, and Bruins are the heart and soul of Boston's "City of Champions." The Boston Pops celebrate the glorious victories of these teams in concert, with a special tribute to the 100th Anniversary of Fenway Park and a salute to the region's many Olympic winners. Each night features celebrity athletes and great music like Take Me Out to the Ballgame and Suite from The Natural.

May 25-June 24

Private Lives by Noël Coward

Huntington Theatre Company - -The Boston University Theatre
264 Huntington Avenue, Boston
617 266-0800 | huntingtontheatre.org

Directed by Maria Aitken.
Divorces Amanda and Elyot meet again by accident on their second honeymoons with brand-new spouses. The New York Times described it as “one of the funniest comedies of the 20th century.”

May 28

JFK Library Presents:
Alastair Moock - American Roots Music

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum
Columbia Point, Boston
10:30-11:30 am | Celebrate! Series | Free
617-514-1644 | jfklibrary.org | Register here

What do you get when you mix whimsical tunes for children with classic American folk songs? Alastair Moock knows. He will introduce you to his own blend of upbeat sing-along tunes that reflect American history and cultural traditions.

May 29-30

Boston Pops - - Steve Martin with The Steep Canyon Rangers
An Evening of Bluegrass & Comedy

Boston Symphony Hall
301 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston
$22-$92 | 8:00 p.m.
617 638-9345 | 1-888-266-1200 | bso.org

One of the greatest comedic actors of our generation, Steve Martin is also a renowned author, art collector, playwright, highly-trained banjo player and songwriter! He joins the Boston Pops for his orchestral debut, and brings with him the Steep Canyon Rangers, winners of the IBMA's Emerging Talent Award.

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