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SOUTHAMPTON VILLAGE ELECTION DEBATE
Friday, June 6 | 5:30 PM
The Southampton Press will host debates between Southampton Village Board candidates.
The night will begin at 5:30 with a debate among the candidates for two Southampton Village trustee seats: the incumbents, Roy Stevenson and Robin Brown, and the lone challenger, Rob Coburn.
The mayoral debate will follow at 6:15 p.m. between incumbent Mayor Bill Manger and Trustee Ed Simioni.
Express News Group Executive Editor Joe Shaw will moderate.
The election will take place on Friday, June 20, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the Southampton Cultural Center at 25 Pond Lane.
HAMPTONS JAZZFEST 2025 KICKOFF PARTY
Sunday, June 22 | 4 PM
Celebrate the Season in Style — Music, Culture, and Connection Await!
Join us Sunday, June 22 (4–6 PM) at the Southampton Arts Center for an unforgettable launch party featuring the Hamptons JazzFest All-Star Ensemble, celebrity MC, live poetry, and more. Enjoy curated cocktails, gourmet bites, exclusive merch — all while mingling with artists, press, and fellow jazz lovers. Membership perks, giveaways, and good vibes guaranteed.
Admission is free, but registration is recommended in order to secure a seat!
THE PIAZZOLLA MULLIGAN PROJECT: TANGO, JAZZ, AND DANCE REIMAGINED
Saturday, July 12
Step into a thrilling collision of rhythm, movement, and soul as The Piazzolla Mulligan Project reimagines the fiery passion of tango through the lens of cool jazz and contemporary dance. Inspired by the groundbreaking 1974 collaboration between baritone sax legend Gerry Mulligan and nuevo tango master Astor Piazzolla, this electrifying performance breathes new life into their genre-defying work. Featuring a powerhouse ensemble of jazz virtuosos, tango specialists, and dynamic dancers, the evening fuses sultry melodies, lush harmonies, and pulsating grooves into an unforgettable journey of sound and motion.
From Buenos Aires to New York and beyond—this is not just a concert; it’s a cinematic experience of musical innovation and raw emotional power.
SOUTHAMPTON SEEN PHOTOGRAPHS BY STEVEN STOLMAN OPENING RECEPTION
Saturday, July 12 | 6 PM
For two summers during the throes of the Covid-19 pandemic, designer and author Steven Stolman documented the fashions worn by the men and women of Southampton for the Southampton Press. Inspired by the late New York Times photojournalist Bill Cunningham, the weekly feature was entitled Southampton SEEN and captured not only the looks of those two summers but also the vibe of the community as it endured the uncertainty of the times.
From thousands of photographs taken over that period, Stolman has selected his favorites, which will be printed, framed, and made available for purchase, with proceeds benefiting the Southampton Arts Center.
Were you SEEN in Southampton? Don't miss this exciting evening, generously hosted by Freedman's | Hinderman Auctions.
BEYOND THE PRESENT OPENING RECEPTION
Saturday, July 26 | 5 PM
Join us as we celebrate the opening of our next show, Beyond the Present: Collecting for the Future. Meet the curators, Natasha Schlesinger, Christina M. Strassfield, and collector Christine Mack.
HOPE FOR DEPRESSION
Thursday, July 31 | 10 AM
More information forthcoming…
ELIO VILLAFRANCA QUINTET: RHYTHMS ACROSS THE AMERICAS
Saturday, August 2
Join us for an electrifying evening of music as visionary Cuban pianist and composer Elio Villafranca leads his powerhouse quintet on a rhythmic journey spanning the rich musical landscapes of the Americas. From the soul of New Orleans jazz to the heartbeat of Afro-Caribbean traditions, Villafranca seamlessly weaves together folkloric rhythms, infectious grooves, and dazzling improvisation into a genre-defying performance that transcends borders.
Featuring masterful musicianship and bold, dynamic arrangements, Rhythms Across the Americas is more than a concert — it’s a celebration of cultural fusion, historical roots, and the unifying power of rhythm. Whether you're a jazz aficionado or a first-time listener, this is a night of music you won't forget.
MASTERS OF JAZZ: LENNY WHITE, BUSTER WILLIAMS, BENITO GONZALES FEATURING EMILIO MODESTE
Saturday, August 16
Prepare for an unforgettable night of world-class jazz as four generations of brilliance come together on one stage. Masters of Jazz unites legendary drummer Lenny White (Return to Forever), powerhouse bassist Buster Williams (Herbie Hancock, Nancy Wilson), fiery Venezuelan pianist Benito Gonzalez (Kenny Garrett), and rising star saxophonist Emilio Modeste (Ralph Peterson, Christian McBride) for a rare, electrifying performance.
This all-star lineup blends the deep roots of post-bop and fusion with fearless modern energy. Expect explosive interplay, soulful storytelling, and musical telepathy from artists who each embody the essence of mastery. Whether you're a longtime jazz lover or new to the scene, this concert promises to inspire and ignite.
Come witness jazz history in the making.
AN EVENING OF ENCHANTING MELODIES: MELISSA ERRICO IN CONCERT WITH JAZZ PIANIST TODD FIRTH
Sunday, August 31
Back by popular demand, Broadway star, vocalist, and writer Melissa Errico returns to Southampton with a brand new show, “I CAN DREAM, CAN’T I? — Songs of Love, Longing & Summertime.” When Melissa sings a classic, it isn’t a torch song. It’s more of a … searchlight, or even, more simply, a flashlight song: like one you take along a summer path to find the way. Errico’s voice throughout is like that summer flashlight. We may even see fireflies, dancing in the light, winking their desires, out to their lovers as pure light. Renowned jazz pianist Tedd Firth — a close friend & collaborator of Melissa for decades—— accompanies her with poetic solos that twinkle in the high grasses near the ocean. You can hear the breeze between them.
JAZZFEST - GODWIN LOUIS’ EXPERIENCE AYITI PROJECT
Sunday, September 7
Presented in collaboration with Haiti Cultural Exchange (Brooklyn) and Wings Over Haiti
Join us for Haitian Day, a vibrant celebration of Haiti’s rich cultural heritage, resilience, and musical brilliance. This special event features the acclaimed Godwin Louis and his transformative Experience Ayiti Project—a powerful blend of traditional Haitian rhythms, modern jazz, soul, and Afro-Caribbean influences.
Through the heartbeat of rara, the pulse of kompa, and the spiritual depth of vodou-inspired grooves, Experience Ayiti offers a musical journey that honors Haiti’s past while reimagining its cultural future.
Presented in proud partnership with Haiti Cultural Exchange and Wings Over Haiti, this program is more than a concert—it’s a call to celebrate, connect, and uplift.
Come experience the rhythm, the history, and the spirit of Ayiti.