(Ongoing) Need a laugh? Head to the Firehouse Theater in Newport for live improv comedy. On Mondays, check out Laughter for Locals ($15); every other Wednesday catch Family Friendly Funnies ($10-$15); and Friday and Saturday nights stop in for classic Bit Players ($18). All shows BYOB.
Settle in on the grounds of Rough Point and listen while the Mar Fayos Project performs on the terrace. Bellevue Boards are also being catered to the event, and you can purchase a board with your ticket.
Maria Bamford, live at the Jane Pickens. Show starts at 8 p.m. and tickets are $39. For more info and tickets: janepickens.com/shows/comedian-maria-bamford
Live performance by folk/alternative singer/songwriter, Laura Veirs with special guest Mary-Elaine Jenkins. Guests are welcome to bring chairs and blankets for seating. Doors open at 6 p.m. and food and beverages will be available for purchase.
Outdoor screening of Sheryl at the Newport International Polo Grounds, Portsmouth. Venue opens: 6:30 p.m., live music featuring Los Duderinos: 7:05 p.m., with the film screening to follow at 8:25. 8th Annual Picnic Contest. $5 suggested donation.
Tuesday, July 25th at 8 p.m. at the Jane Pickens Theatre, a benefit performance for the Redwood Library and Athenaeum. The performance features Bill Murray, Jan Vogler, Mira Wang, and Vanessa Perez. General admission tickets are $150 and can be purchased here: https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E120885&id=204
Revolve Dance Project presents six World Premiere works in collaboration with seasoned professional dancers, world class musicians, and original choreographers. Experience the intrinsic connection between live music and dance as this powerful performance takes the stage with an entirely new program. Two showings: 3 and 6 p.m.