JUDY GARLAND – WE NEED A LITTLE CHRISTMAS
2025-12-18 | Nelson Hall Theater, 150 Cook Hill Road, Cheshire, 06410, United States
Thursday, December 18 @ 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM
It’s a holiday celebration featuring Debbie Wileman’s acclaimed tribute to one of the Greatest Performers of our time, JUDY GARLAND. Debbie Wileman’s uncanny recreation of the sound of Judy Garland has gained over 1 million online views and she is now, direct from London, onstage to dazzle Judy’s fans as well as her new followers. Fresh off her new album release, “I’m Still Here”, orchestrated, conducted and produced by Steve Orich, orchestrator of the Grammy Award Winning album, Jersey Boys, Debbie will bring the Holiday spirit and command the stage in a Holiday show featuring Judy’s famous holiday songs, as well as old and new songs of the holiday that she should be performing if she were with us today.

Ticket Prices
Adult: $48
Senior: $46
Military Discount: $44
Groups of 10 or More: $41 (Please Call Box Office)
Groups of 30 or More: $38 (Please Call Box Office)
Ticket price includes all service fees. For Group Sales, Military Discounts, and Accessible Seating,
please contact the Box Office at 203-699-5495.
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LENA HORNE – LESSONS FROM A LADY
2025-11-21
Friday, November 21 @ 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM
Lessons From A Lady: Syndee Winters Sings Lena Horne In Concert” is a celebration of Lena Horne’s life and music, honoring traditional renditions of her most iconic repertoire while introducing fresh contemporary arrangements and original songs inspired by her legacy. Through narrative storytelling, comedy, and a touch of drama, Winters delivers a mesmerizing performance that engages audiences of all ages. Blending music with storytelling, Winters takes audiences on an unforgettable journey through Horne’s most beloved songs, including “Stormy Weather,” “The Lady Is a Tramp,” and more. More than a concert, this performance is a heartfelt tribute to Horne’s groundbreaking career and profound impact on entertainment and civil rights. “Lena Horne was more than an entertainer—she was a pioneer who used her platform to break barriers and inspire change,” says Winters. “This show is my way of honoring her legacy and sharing her incredible story with today’s audiences.

Ticket Prices
Adult: $48
Senior: $46
Military Discount: $44
Groups of 10 or More: $41 (Please Call Box Office)
Groups of 30 or More: $38 (Please Call Box Office)
Ticket price includes all service fees. For Group Sales, Military Discounts, and Accessible Seating,
please contact the Box Office at 203-699-5495.
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DREAMBOATS – 50’s and 60’s ROCK & POP
2025-11-14
SOLD OUT: Friday, November 14 @ 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM
Dive into a musical time machine with The Dreamboats as they bring back the magic of classic, original rock ‘n’ roll! Infusing the timeless sounds of the 50s & 60s with a fresh, contemporary energy, this Canadian quartet promises an evening of non-stop dancing, nostalgic melodies, and electrifying entertainment. From the spirited rhythms of Chuck Berry to the infectious charm of The Wonders, The Dreamboats offer a revival of the golden age of rock and roll that will have you falling in love with these classic tunes all over again. Experience the heartthrob appeal and electric energy reminiscent of icons like Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, The Beatles, Buddy Holly and more, brought to life by these charismatic performers.
Ticket Prices
Adult: $48
Senior: $46
Military Discount: $44
Groups of 10 or More: $41 (Please Call Box Office)
Groups of 30 or More: $38 (Please Call Box Office)
Ticket price includes all service fees. For Group Sales, Military Discounts, and Accessible Seating,
please contact the Box Office at 203-699-5495.

BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN – BRUCE IN THE USA
2025-11-06 - 2025-11-07
Thursday, November 6 @ 7:30 PM
Friday, November 7 @ 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM
Bruce In The USA is much more than just another tribute. This high-energy musical experience is a note-perfect and visually accurate recreation of a Bruce Springsteen & The E St. Band show. Matt Ryan, from the World Famous “Legends in Concert” cast, began playing the Springsteen character in 2000, in Legends “full scale” Las Vegas show. The great success in the famous Las Vegas show brought him to performances across the world, eventually evolving his character into the Bruce In The USA show. The Bruce In The USA Band consists of seasoned world class professional musicians. This high end, powerhouse band has taken this genre of performance art to a whole new level, making it the World’s #1 Tribute to the E Street Band’s musical legacy. The Bruce In The USA show was born on the Las Vegas Strip in the winter of 2004, with its debut at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino, in the majestic “V Theatre”. The show assaulted the senses in a fun-filled and exciting party atmosphere on the Vegas Strip, while suspending disbelief for even the toughest skeptics. They’ve been met with critical acclaim, from the Stone Pony, large theaters, and Performance Art Centers across the country, as well as corporate events spanning across the globe for over a decade. Sellout crowds are on their feet from the first song to the last.
Ticket Prices
Adult: $48
Senior: $46
Military Discount: $44
Groups of 10 or More: $41 (Please Call Box Office)
Groups of 30 or More: $38 (Please Call Box Office)
Ticket price includes all service fees. For Group Sales, Military Discounts, and Accessible Seating,
please contact the Box Office at 203-699-5495.

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JOHNNY CASH – MAN IN BLACK
2025-10-23
SOLD OUT: Thursday, October 23 @ 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM
Shawn Barker has performed Johnny Cash in the world-famous tribute shows, “Legends in Concert” and “One Night in Memphis”, the four part show paying tribute to Sun Records recording artists Elvis, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins. Currently residing in Las Vegas, Shawn continues to bring his tribute to Johnny Cash to fans around the world as the long-running star of the Brown Production, “The Man in Black.” With his strikingly similar looks, baritone voice, and spot-on mannerisms, Shawn Barker’s uncanny resemblance to the original “Man in Black” revitalizes the true character and spirit of Mr. Cash himself, one of America’s greatest musical icons, for a truly one-of-a-kind show. The energetic show features Barker in character throughout the entire evening, walking the audience through each era of Cash’s life and music, including hits like “Folsom Prison Blues,” “I Walk the Line,” “A Boy Named Sue,” “Hurt” and “Ring of Fire,” complete with a full backing band. His Tribute to Johnny Cash is an accurate and energetic recreation of an American music icon.
Ticket Prices
Adult: $48
Senior: $46
Military Discount: $44
Groups of 10 or More: $41 (Please Call Box Office)
Groups of 30 or More: $38 (Please Call Box Office)
Ticket price includes all service fees. For Group Sales, Military Discounts, and Accessible Seating,
please contact the Box Office at 203-699-5495.

SHARPE FAMILY SINGERS – BEST OF BROADWAY
2025-10-10
DATE CHANGE, NEW SHOW: Thursday, October 9 @ 7:30 PM
Friday, October 10 @ 2:00 PM
Music runs deep through the genes of the Sharpe Family Singers. Based in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, this tight-knit clan has been singing together for as long as they have been a family. Parents Ron and Barbra met over 30 years ago when they were actors in a Broadway production of “Les Misérables,” and they soon began building a production of their own with daughter Samantha and sons Logan, Connor and Aidan. They rose to fame in 2021 when a video of their performance went viral on TikTok, quickly changing their lives forever. The family credits “America’s Got Talent” as semi-finalists with helping them reach a wide audience and having a memorable experience for generations to come. Their captivating harmonies and modern charm make them a must-see act.

Ticket Prices
Adult: $48
Senior: $46
Military Discount: $44
Groups of 10 or More: $41 (Please Call Box Office)
Groups of 30 or More: $38 (Please Call Box Office)
Ticket price includes all service fees. For Group Sales, Military Discounts, and Accessible Seating,
please contact the Box Office at 203-699-5495.
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CREEDENCE REVIVED
2025-10-02 - 2025-10-03
SOLD OUT: Thursday, October 2 @ 7:30 PM
SOLD OUT: Friday, October 3 @ 2:00 PM
Creedence Revived has rapidly become one of the most highly sought after tribute bands in the world. Playing all over the globe for crowds upwards of 30,000, and with a track-record of selling out shows everywhere they go, this group is the real deal. The group is made up of four of Chicago’s & LA’s most talented and eclectic musicians – consisting of an award winning vocalist nicknamed “the chameleon” in the industry for his unique ability to shift his vocal to match the style of any vocalist, a world-renowned blues guitarist who attracts blues fans from around the world, a studio bassist who has a appeared on many top charting albums, and a drummer who sells out theaters on his own based solely on his unique playing style. Representing America across the globe, Creedence Revived has toured Europe and Malaysia. Talent buyers and event coordinators often boast about their results, and the group frequently gets re-hired year after year to return to the same events with fans walking away in awe of the group’s performance.
“We pay tribute. We play the music as if we wrote it. We perform as if we were the original band. CCR is legendary.” – Rich Perez, Lead Vocalist
Ticket Prices
Adult: $48
Senior: $46
Military Discount: $44
Groups of 10 or More: $41 (Please Call Box Office)
Groups of 30 or More: $38 (Please Call Box Office)
Ticket price includes all service fees. For Group Sales, Military Discounts, and Accessible Seating,
please contact the Box Office at 203-699-5495.

Annie Jr.
2025-07-03 - 2025-08-02
Don’t miss this heartwarming production starring our talented CYT 2025 performers live on the Nelson Hall stage!
Annie JR. tells the inspiring story of a spirited young orphan determined to find her family. Set in 1930s New York City, Annie endures life under the watchful eye of the cantankerous Miss Hannigan at the dreary municipal orphanage. But everything changes when she’s invited to spend the holidays with the wealthy Oliver Warbucks. Through a series of fun-filled adventures, Annie thwarts Miss Hannigan’s schemes, wins over President Franklin Roosevelt, and discovers the true meaning of family—with the help of Warbucks, his kind-hearted secretary Grace Farrell, and her lovable dog Sandy.
Full of charm, humor, and an uplifting message about hope and resilience, Annie JR. is a must-see for audiences of all ages!
Tickets:
Adult: $15.00
Child (12 & Under): $5.00
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Ballet Under the Stars
2025-07-03
Connecticut’s professional ballet company returns to Elim Park with Ballet Under the Stars featuring classical and contemporary works performed by the company’s distinguished soloists.
Narrated by Artistic Director Brett Raphael, the program will include classical duets from ‘Swan Lake’ and ‘Sleeping Beauty’ and contemporary ballets premiered in the 2024-2025 season.
Connecticut Ballet was founded in 1981 by choreographers Brett Raphael and Luk de Layress. Its official debut took place (under the company’s former title, Ballet Today) at Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival. In her New York Times review, Anna Kisselgoff called it ‘a very promising troupe.’ The company became a resident performing company at Stamford Center for the Arts in 1986. In 2005, the company expanded performances to Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts and now calls Hartford its home base. In 2008, the company initiated a popular annual BALLET UNDER THE STARS series. Striving for continuous artistic growth, Artistic Director Brett Raphael has made the commissioning of new works by today’s choreographers a hallmark of the company’s repertoire alongside stagings of the great story ballets. Now numbering 100+ works, the repertoire spans the gamut from masterworks by Bob Fosse to George Balanchine to commissioned works from Darrell Grand-Moultrie to Lila York and Joseph Locarro. The company has performed at the Lincoln Center Out-of-Doors Festival, New York’s Riverside Dance Festival, Cape Cod Performing Arts Festival, Harbourfront Festival in Toronto, Grand Central Station in New York City, Goat Island Dance Festival in Newport, Rhode Island, and many other venues. The list of guest artists who have appeared with the company reads like an encyclopedia of dance luminaries.
Tickets: $20.00
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Dr. K's Motown Revue: Relive the '60s!
2025-06-27
https://youtu.be/6qZfO9pA5EM?si=9nVL-8GbYPSGI5k_

SOLD OUT: Friday, June 27th @ 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Dr. K’s Motown Revue is a professional 11-piece Motown tribute show. The band takes you through the Motown experience of the 60’s performing hits by The Supremes, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson, The 4 Tops, and many other artists. They keep the Motown sound true to its roots and every audience can’t help dancing to that Motown beat. Dr K has assembled an outstanding group of singers who compliment his latter day “Funk Brothers” type band of musicians. Each singer is quite capable of fronting any band as a soloist and the combination of singers is more than enough to deliver the vocal sound of the Motown roster. The result is a powerhouse performance that leaves guests asking where can they see and hear the band next.
Ticket Prices
Adult: $45Senior: $43Military Discount: $41Groups of 10 or More: $38 (Please Call Box Office)Groups of 30 or More: $35 (Please Call Box Office)Ticket price includes all service fees. For Group Sales, Military Discounts, and Accessible Seating,please contact the Box Office at 203-699-5495.
SOLD OUT: Show on June 27, 2025 at 2:00 PM
SOLD OUT: Show on June 27, 2025 at 7:30 PM

The Garth Guy Featuring Dean Simmons
2025-06-12 - 2025-06-13
Thursday, June 12th @ 2:00 PM
Friday, June 13th @ 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM
Dean Simmons followed in the footsteps of his father, uncle and grandfather to a life of performing country music. At seven years old, Dean was strumming his guitar with his father’s band. Later, after playing lead guitar for several projects, he formed the Dean Simmons Band performing nightclubs, fairs and festivals and honky-tonks all over the Pacific Northwest. They had the honor of performing for our military at bases all over the Far East, the Caribbean, the South Pacific as well as the US.
Dean began his career as a Garth Brooks tribute artist in 1994. In ‘96, producer John Stuart discovered and hired him to perform in the world famous “Legends in Concert” in Las Vegas, Myrtle Beach, Atlantic City, and several tours and one-night performances throughout the USA and Canada. Dean is still the only “Garth” on Legends’ roster and still performs in many of the Legends shows.
Dean Simmons now celebrates 23 years of giving audiences across the country the a live Garth Brooks experience that is performed with respect and amazing accuracy. His shows are a real sincere tribute Garth Brooks – the man and his music.
Ticket Prices
Adult: $45Senior: $43Military Discount: $41Groups of 10 or More: $38 (Please Call Box Office)Groups of 30 or More: $35 (Please Call Box Office)Ticket price includes all service fees. For Group Sales, Military Discounts, and Accessible Seating,please contact the Box Office at 203-699-5495.
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Tribute to Celine Dion Featuring Elisa Furr
2025-05-29 - 2025-05-30
Thursday, May 29th @ 2 PM
Friday, May 30th @ 2 PM and 7:30 PM
Elisa Furr has been hailed as the top living Celine tribute artist in the world. From the onset of the first beat of music, Elisa explodes onto the stage with a passion and fervor unparalled. With a magnetic stage presence and gorgeous custom-made costumes, Elisa sails her way an exciting set of Celine’s greatest hits playing to the audience as if she were truly Celine up on that stage. She bares her soul for all to see, truly singing from her heart Celine’s songs such as
the crowds-pumping “Drove all Night”, Love Can Move Mountains,” and “I’m Alive” while dancing around the audience to “River Deep, Mountain High” or covering every inch of the stage while moving to another high energy song. The house often erupts in a roar after she powerfully holds that last long, high note of “The Power of Love” or breathlessly ends the final phrase of “My Heart Will Go On”. The authenticity of which Elisa delivers her impersonation results in a powerful and serious but highly entertaining concert experience.
Ticket Prices
Adult: $45Senior: $43Military Discount: $41Groups of 10 or More: $38 (Please Call Box Office)Groups of 30 or More: $35 (Please Call Box Office)Ticket price includes all service fees. For Group Sales, Military Discounts, and Accessible Seating,please contact the Box Office at 203-699-5495.
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Special Fundraising Event: Ryan Stevenson
2025-05-16
https://youtu.be/BlaRZc4EEiY?si=dJAnVOBr2Z-DXxTa

Friday, May 16th @ 2 PM & 7:30 PM
Join us for Elim Park’s inaugural Rooted in Faith concert featuring Christian Recording Artist, GRAMMY® and Billboard Music Award nominee Ryan Stevenson! Known for his uplifting, hope-filled music, Stevenson has been inspiring listeners worldwide for over a decade. With hits like the Gold-certified “Eye of the Storm” and as co-writer of TobyMac’s #1 hit “Speak Life,” you won’t want to miss this unforgettable night of music and inspiration.
Following a seven-year stint as a paramedic, Pacific Northwest native Ryan Stevenson signed an exclusive agreement with Gotee Records in 2013 after capturing TobyMac’s attention by co-writing the No. 1 and Grammy nominated single “Speak Life”. His first recording for the label was the “Holding Nothing Back” EP in 2013, which garnered the Top 25 single “Holding Nothing Back”. This was followed by 2015’s full-length album Fresh Start which featured the No.1 radio single “Eye of the Storm”. With three No 1 singles (two as an artist and one as a co-writer), a GRAMMY nomination, Billboard Music award nomination, two K-Love Fan Awards nominations and a 2017 Dove Award plus major tour bills with the likes of TobyMac, Newsboy, and Matt Maher, among others, Ryan has already distinguished himself as a rare talent whose unique perspective guides his honest lyric and sonic sensibilities.
Ticket Prices
General Admission: $35
VIP Meet & Greet Experience: $50
Proceeds to benefit Nelson Hall capital improvements. Special sponsorship opportunities available for this show. For questions, call the Box Office @203.697.8992.
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Listen to our podcast interview with Ryan here!
A Special Thank You to our Event Sponsors!

Forever Simon & Garfunkel: A Tribute Featuring Sean Altman & Jack Skuller
2025-05-09
https://youtu.be/D3hneZG_T0w?si=o5ImmSoR71jr25JZ

SOLD OUT: Saturday, May 9th @ 2 PM & 7:30 PM
Forever Simon and Garfunkle – A Tribute – Celebrating the bestselling duo in rock’n’roll history with humor, soaring energy, charm and laser precise harmonies, Forever Simon and Garfunkel – A Tribute leads the audience on a journey from the groups early success as a folk act to their global dominance as hit-makers through the best of Paul Simon’s solo career. Iconic songs
Include “The Sounds of Silence”, “Bridge Over Troubled Waters,” “Mrs. Robinson”, “I am a Rock”, “The Boxer”, “Homeward Bound”, “Cecelia”, “Hazy Shade of Winter”, “Feeling Groovy”, “Me & Julio”, “Kodachrome”, “Slip, Sliding Away”, and many more! Award-winning singer – songwriters Sean Altman (Rockapella) and Jack Skuller (Songwriters Hall of Fame’s Buddy Holly Prize) bring this remarkable show to your stage.
Ticket Prices
Adult: $45Senior: $43Military Discount: $41Groups of 10 or More: $38 (Please Call Box Office)Groups of 30 or More: $35 (Please Call Box Office)Ticket price includes all service fees. For Group Sales, Military Discounts, and Accessible Seating,please contact the Box Office at 203-699-5495.
SOLD OUT: Show on May 9, 2025 at 2:00 PM
SOLD OUT: Show on May 9, 2025 at 7:30 PM

Sweet Baby James: The #1 James Taylor Tribute Featuring Bill Griese
2025-05-03
Saturday, May 3rd @ 2 PM & 7:30 PM
Join us for the timeless music of the 6-time Grammy winner, with a performance you have to hear to believe! James Taylor is one of the best singer-songwriters of all time. Tribute artist Bill Griese says “Performing his songs carries tremendous responsibility – and risk! I do this because I love his music, and I’ve played it most my life. He’s my biggest influence. I don’t dress up like, or pretend to be, him. This is not like a typical tribute band. I play these songs the most respectful way I know how… as myself. “ Griese brings you the songs & stories of Taylor in a refreshingly authentic way, using only his spot-on vocals and skillful guitar playing. It’s a natural & respectful homage to an American original. Whether you’re a lifelong or casual JT fan, this one is not-to-miss!
Ticket Prices
Adult: $45Senior: $43Military Discount: $41Groups of 10 or More: $38 (Please Call Box Office)Groups of 30 or More: $35 (Please Call Box Office)Ticket price includes all service fees. For Group Sales, Military Discounts, and Accessible Seating,please contact the Box Office at 203-699-5495.
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Daybreak “The Music and Passion of Barry Manilow” Featuring Joe Hite
2025-04-12
Saturday, April 12th @ 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Get ready to experience one of the most authentic tribute acts ever to hit the music scene as DAYBREAK “A Tribute to Barry Manilow” takes you on a musical journey back to the 70’s. Fans will experience Barry Manilow’s greatest hits the way you remember them.
Barry Manilow is considered by many to be one of the most successful pop artists ever and became an international star with a string of hits combining heart on the sleeve sentiment, with lyrical pop craftmanship and a slick, highly orchestrated production. Barry Manilow recorded and released 51 Top 40 singles including 13 that reached number one.
Led by veteran musician and accomplished pianist Joe Hite, DAYBREAK brings to life timeless classics like “Mandy”, “Can’t Smile Without You” and the foot stomping rhythm of “Copacabana” just to name a few. You won’t believe your eyes or ears as this 8-piece ensemble presents the Music and Passion of Barry Manilow to perfection while keeping the music alive for generations to enjoy.
Ticket Prices
Adult: $45Senior: $43Military Discount: $41Groups of 10 or More: $38 (Please Call Box Office)Groups of 30 or More: $35 (Please Call Box Office)Ticket price includes all service fees. For Group Sales, Military Discounts, and Accessible Seating,please contact the Box Office at 203-699-5495.
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