Lauren Scott
2026-05-28 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
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UnCommon Corner, Boylston St &, Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

Lauren Scott is a musician from Mendon, MA. She has been performing for over a decade both solo and in ensembles on piano, vocals, guitar, bass, and other instruments. She is also a rising junior at Emerson College studying Global Health Communication (B.S.), the founder of The Music Den, a brand new music student organization at Emerson, and a vocal percussionist for Acappellics, an Emerson acappella group. She has played at local venues for the past few years, and is thrilled for the opportunity to perform at the UnCommon Stage. She hopes to evoke joy, love, and reflection through her relaxed, coffeehouse-style performance.

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Zion Rodman
2026-05-29 15:00 - 17:00
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UnCommon Corner, Boylston St &, Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

Zion Rodman is a multi-instrumental singer-songwriter. He grew up in Cape Cod where he played around since the age of 15 and eventually received a B.A. in music from the University of Massachusetts in Boston.

In 2017, Zion teamed up with producer Alex Katz and released his debut full-length record You’re Invited. The folk-rock album received praise and local media attention following its anticipated release. Crossfader Magazine wrote that in an era of “lo-fi bedroom projects, it’s refreshing to hear a young creative voice this professionally produced, fully realized, and cohesively structured around a distinct personality and energy.”

Less than a year later, Zion released an EP titled “Did Not Wake up Today” on January 20th, 2018. This project features heavier topics and harder rock than his debut album. Even before its release, the title track was recognized by AFROPUNK: “Rodman turns up the volume of his melodic indie pop, with his stunning voice just barely masking his anger beneath the hook.”

His most recent album “Whatever Happens” was recorded in Chicago and released in 2020. Zion currently lives in Boston with his fiancé and their cats. Check the calendar for upcoming shows, or catch the full band every Fourth Friday at Ford Tavern or at the Melodies On Tap open mic every First Thursday at Medford Brewing.

ANNOUNCEMENT - UnCommon Corner Weather Statement
2026-05-29 16:00 - 21:00
UnCommon Corner Weather Statement

Due to weather concerns, UnCommon will be rescheduling performances on Friday, May 29, 4 – 9 PM.

Tolieth
2026-05-29 18:00 - 20:00
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UnCommon Corner, Boylston St &, Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

Tolieth is a contemporary soul singer fusing elements of reggae, Afrobeats, and pop into an upbeat live performance. Good vibes and smooth grooves are guaranteed with Tolieth on the mic.

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2026-05-30 12:00 - 21:00
UnCommon Corner Weather Statement

Due to rain, UnCommon will be closed on Saturday, May 30th.

BEX
2026-05-30 14:00 - 16:00
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UnCommon Corner, Boylston St &, Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

BEX (Rebecca Strong) is a singer-songwriter based in Massachusetts — and an alumna of Emerson College (BA, 2010) and The Boston Conservatory at Berklee (MFA, 2017). Her music spans multiple genres, including alternative pop, country, and R&B, and in recent years, her songs have garnered airplay on a number of Boston radio stations, including 92.5 The River, Country 102.5, and WATD 95.9. Prior to recording her first album in 2019, BEX served as the graduate teacher’s assistant for the voice department at The Boston Conservatory at Berklee. Beyond singing and songwriting, BEX is a professional actress, model, and voiceover artist represented by New England Models Group. She’s also a topliner who’s written and recorded hooks for Emmy-nominated rapper T.O.N.E-z., and a full-time wellness and lifestyle journalist contributing to Men’s Health, Business Insider, and numerous other outlets. Her music — including her debut album Sink or Swim, and singles Sensitive and Secondhand Smoke — can be found on Spotify, Apple Music, and other leading platforms.

Dwayne Haggins
2026-05-30 18:00 - 20:00
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UnCommon Corner, Boylston St &, Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

He’s been described as “the love child of Otis Redding and Doc Watson.” “The John Legend of rockabilly.” And recently, “a ‘what-took-you-so-long’ fusion of Elvis and Marvin Gaye.” But he is Dwayne Haggins, and his voice is his own. Whether on the stage of a metropolitan concert hall or the makeshift bandstand of a neighborhood dive, you will find him exploring uncharted musical territories, listening for new ways to stir his influences into this night’s expression of his unique sound – strangely familiar, naturally mysterious, unmistakably his own.

Notably, Haggins has shared the stage with acts such as Joe Bonamassa, Keb Mo, George Thorogood, John Oates, Charles Wesley Godwin, and members of the Tedeschi Trucks Band. In September of 2025 Haggins and band independently released their most recent studio album titled ‘Straggler’.

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Brooke Annibale
2026-05-31 14:00 - 16:00
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UnCommon Corner, Boylston St &, Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

Not confined by any one genre, Brooke Annibale‘s expressive and beautifully thoughtful songwriting creates a dreamy, dark, and enticing sonic landscape. Her songs have been placed on many TV shows including Grey’s Anatomy, Pretty Little Liars, and One Tree Hill. Brooke has recently performed on SiriusXM The Coffee House, AudioTree Live, Paste and more. ​Brooke’s new album Better By Now is out now.

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HipStory Presents Rhythm and Roots
2026-06-03 17:00 - 19:00
HipStory Presents Rhythm and Roots featuring MWALIM DaPhunkee Professor & Prophet Parker

Join HipStory for their bi-weekly series, “Rhythm and Roots,” a live music and dance event that celebrates the deep-rooted traditions of Black music and movement. Rhythm & Roots will feature a rotating lineup of live bands, dance performances, and open jam sessions where musicians and dancers can exchange rhythms and movement.

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Prophet Parker PM

Teacher of the Year to Artistic Pioneer

Prophet PM stands as a pillar to the transformative nature of following one’s passion. Born in Los Angeles but raised in Boston Prophet is truly a kid of two coasts. As a second generation singer-songwriter and photographer he has learned by doing. In 2020 he was named Boston Spark Educator of the Year for his exceptional dedication to teaching (P.E.), and in 2021 Prophet made the courageous decision to leave the realm of education behind in pursuit of a deeper calling: Music & Photography

Having found recordings of original material form as early as 4 years old, Prophet has always loved sharing his voice. As the front man for the tribute band PK & the Mighty Seven (est. 2014), he honed his craft as a vocalist, performer, and live sound engineer. In 2023 he was accepted into the Creative Entrepreneur Fellowship through America for the Arts and is now primed to shift the energy.

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Mwalim DaPhunkee Professor

Mwalim DaPhunkee Professor is a contemporary Blues Griot and soul artist whose performances bridge the deep traditions of Black folk music, blues testimony, and modern soul storytelling. A multi-award-winning composer, singer, guitarist, keyboardist, and cultural scholar, Mwalim channels the griot tradition through original songs and reimagined blues and soul classics that weave history, memory, and lived experience into powerful musical narratives. Drawing from roots in the Black oral tradition, jazz, and underground groove culture, his performances are as much cultural testimony as they are concert experience—raw, soulful, and deeply human. Critics have praised his work for its emotional depth and genre-spanning artistry, placing him in conversation with artists like Curtis Mayfield, Marvin Gaye, and Gil Scott-Heron.

A three-time New England Urban Music Award winner and co-founder of the Grammy-nominated soul-funk band The GroovaLottos, Mwalim continues to redefine blues and soul for contemporary audiences through performances that blend groove, improvisation, and storytelling. He appears as a trio with The ZYG 808 on drums and Richard Johnson on bass, delivering immersive live sets rooted in blues, soul, jazz, and original composition. Mwalim will headline the Blues & Soul Showcase at POSTunderground in Brookline on June 12, bringing his acclaimed Blues Griot performance to one of the region’s most vibrant listening spaces.

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BAMS Fest presents S.O.U.L.stice Featuring Toki Wright & Brooklynn
2026-06-04 17:00 - 19:00
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UnCommon Corner, Boylston St &, Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

Every Thursday, join Toki Wright and BAMS Fest at UnCommon for the S.O.U.L.stice series. This week’s performance will feature Toki Wright & Brooklynn

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Toki Wright

Toki Wright is a two-time Emmy Award-winning MC, poet, producer, and cultural diplomat. He has received two CLIO Award for advertising with General Mills for the number one worldwide Twitter trending project “Watch the Stove” which was also nominated for a Cannes Lion Award. Wright is currently the chair of the Professional Music Department at Berklee College of Music in Boston. Before relocating he was the Department Head of the United States’ first fully accredited Hip-Hop Studies program at McNally Smith College of Music. The program was awarded the “Best Transformative Higher Learning Model” from the Hip-Hop Education Center at NYU. Toki also facilitated seven Twin Cities Celebration of Hip-Hop Festivals and helped establish “Hip-Hop at H.E.A.L.S,” a program for former child soldiers in Gulu, Northern Uganda.

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Brooklynn

Brooklynn, a multifaceted artist hailing from Baltimore, emerged onto the music scene during the COVID-19 pandemic, captivating audiences with her soulful voice and genre-bending sound. Starting with posting covers of her favorite songs online, she quickly gained a following that propelled her to share her original creations. Drawing from her background in opera and a love for Psychedelic, Bedroom Pop, and Neo-Soul music, Brooklynn’s music is a blend of ethereal vocals and lush soundscapes.

Currently, Brooklynn is honing her craft at Berklee College of Music, where she’s already made waves with performances at local prestigious venues. She’s become a fixture in the Boston music scene, leaving a lasting impression with her experimental artistry. Brooklynn’s journey is one of self-expression and exploration, as she continues to share her deepest emotions and experiences through her music.

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Soulelujah
2026-06-05 15:00 - 17:00
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UnCommon Corner, Boylston St &, Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

Formed in 2003 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Soulelujah is an all-vinyl DJ collective and dance party that has been spinning the finest soul, funk, and R&B 45s, along with other slabs of wax, for the past two decades. Playing freshly-unearthed gems to solid favorites, this award-winning dance party has become a Boston-area staple, captivating dance-ready crowds with sweet soul grooves and infectious funk that gets bodies moving.

What began as a modest gathering at ZuZu in Central Square quickly transformed into a weekly, line-down-the-block beloved Cambridge nightlife institution you had to experience up close and personal. Soulelujah’s room-packing popularity led to its expansion, adding a second space at The Middle East Upstairs. After 15 years of resounding success, earning accolades from the Boston Music Awards, the party moved to The Sinclair in Harvard Square, establishing a vibrant weekly Saturday night residency for five years. Soulelujah has currently set up shop at State Park in Kendall Square, hosting its smooth, pulsating grooves on the third Saturday of each month.

Led by a rotating crew of seasoned resident soul DJs, including Raligh Fingers, IPL, DJ Rad Joy, Sean Marquand, Johnny Stevens, Claude Money, Ty Jesso, and John Funke as well as a variety of guests from around the world, Soulelujah thrives on an endless collection of records carefully curated to create an uplifting party like no other. Their deep crate-digging, musical knowledge, and passion for bringing vinyl rarities to light fuel their performances, inviting you to experience a dance night of musical soul bliss that will keep your own soul happy.

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Estefanía Villamandos a Dúo
2026-06-05 18:00 - 20:00
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UnCommon Corner, Boylston St &, Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

Cuban pianist and composer Estefanía Villamandos, in collaboration with Paraguayan percussionist Seba Ramírez, presents an acoustic performance weaving together original compositions, Afro-Caribbean and Latin American musical traditions, and free improvisation. Together, they create a sound shaped by rhythmic depth, cinematic textures, and spontaneous musical dialogue.

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PRIDE: An Evening with Patty Bourrée
2026-06-06 15:00 - 17:00
Patty Bourrée

PRIDE: An Evening with Patty Bourrée

UnCommon Corner, Boylston St &, Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

Join Patty Bourrée, Emerson alum and the Definitive Boston-based Singing Blonde Comedy Queen for an evening of family-friendly drag fun at UnCommon!

Patty has delighted audiences near and far. Patty Bourrée is a Boston-based drag and cabaret artist known for her big voice, vintage style, and bad attitude. With a Theater BFA from NYU and MFA from Emerson College, she’s not only overqualified for this gig, she desperately needs the money to pay back her student loans. A fixture of the local drag scene, she heads the Boston branch of Drag Story Hour and show directs at Boston’s historic drag bar Jacque’s Cabaret in addition to being featured on national television programs and on stages around the country. Follow Patty @pattybourree on all platforms for more.

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DJ 411
2026-06-06 18:00 - 20:00
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UnCommon Corner, Boylston St &, Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

DJ 411 has a passion for music and has collected records since the age of 5. Having played tunes in Mexico, Miami, Rhode Island, CT, with monthly residencies in NYC and Boston. DJ 411 has played for the Latin Grammy Foundation of Boston, opened BAMS Fest, and has taught middle school girls in an after school program for 4 weeks during Women’s Month. DJ 411 came from a Non Profit background bringing music programs to several elder buildings in the greater Boston area. DJ 411 wants to heal people through music and dancing. DJ 411 holds a special place for the Arts and Music. DJ 411 curates her playlists full of emotions and feelings. DJ 411 wants to be a positive role model for women and young girls, showing the world that you can do anything you want as long as you work hard and practice! DJ 411 was just hired to do an event for The Boston Red Sox! Hailing from CT DJ 411 has lived in Boston for 25 yrs.

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Ben Cosgrove
2026-06-07 14:00 - 16:00
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UnCommon Corner, Boylston St &, Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

Ben Cosgrove is a traveling composer-performer whose music explores themes of landscape, place, and environment. Described by the Boston Globe as “a sonic plein-air painter… [using] his piano as a paintbrush,” Ben has performed in every U.S. state except for Delaware, collaborated with groups ranging from rock bands to research scientists, contributed music to several radio and film projects (including the recent Ken Burns documentary The American Buffalo), and held residencies and fellowships with institutions including NASA, the National Park Service, the National Forest Service, Harvard University, Middlebury College, the Schmidt Ocean Institute, and the Sitka Center for Art & Ecology.

Ben’s music has been called “beautiful and fascinating” (The Maine Edge), “deeply impressive” (Independent Clauses), and “immediately evocative and fully arresting… brim[ming] with technical mastery and emotional capital” (Seven Days). His latest record, Bearings, a collection of improvisation-based music that reflects upon the relationship between movement and place, was named one of the top albums of 2023 by Sound of Boston, who in their review described Ben as “an expert at painting sonic portraits of curious, unexpected places.”For more about Ben Cosgrove and his work, please visit bencosgrove.com.

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Stiggity Stackz
2026-06-10 17:00 - 19:00
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UnCommon Corner, Boylston St &, Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

Born from Boston’s freestyle dance culture, Ashton “Stackz / Stiggity Stackz” Lites is a DJ, cultural organizer, and creative entrepreneur known for immersive, genre-blending sets rooted in rhythm, movement, and soul. Since launching his residency and dance party The Funkshun: Hold My Drank! at Middle East Restaurant and Nightclub in 2018, Stackz has built a signature sound—Stiggity SMMR Soul—that blends House, Hip Hop, R&B, Baile Funk, Disco, Future Beats, and global dance music into high-energy journeys built for both dancers and party spaces.

As the founder of StiggityStackz Worldwide, his DJ practice extends beyond nightlife into community-centered cultural experiences. He has DJ’d battles, festivals, and events across the U.S. and internationally including Montreal, Amsterdam, Denver, Chicago, Dallas, New York, and Florida, with appearances at events such as Beats on the Beach, Soul Call Series, and Open World Chicago. Stackz has also collaborated with organizations including Boston Harbor Now, GrubStreet, HarborArts, and Emerson College, while continuing to champion underground sounds, deep cuts, and local artists through every set.

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BAMS Fest presents S.O.U.L.stice Featuring Toki Wright & VINNYMUCHO
2026-06-11 17:00 - 19:00
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UnCommon Corner, Boylston St &, Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

Every Thursday, join Toki Wright and BAMS Fest at UnCommon for the S.O.U.L.stice series. This week’s performance will feature Toki Wright & VINNYMUCHO

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Toki Wright

Toki Wright is a two-time Emmy Award-winning MC, poet, producer, and cultural diplomat. He has received two CLIO Award for advertising with General Mills for the number one worldwide Twitter trending project “Watch the Stove” which was also nominated for a Cannes Lion Award. Wright is currently the chair of the Professional Music Department at Berklee College of Music in Boston. Before relocating he was the Department Head of the United States’ first fully accredited Hip-Hop Studies program at McNally Smith College of Music. The program was awarded the “Best Transformative Higher Learning Model” from the Hip-Hop Education Center at NYU. Toki also facilitated seven Twin Cities Celebration of Hip-Hop Festivals and helped establish “Hip-Hop at H.E.A.L.S,” a program for former child soldiers in Gulu, Northern Uganda.

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VINNYMUCHO

VINNYMUCHO is a recording artist, audio engineer, cinematographer, and creative director from New Haven, Connecticut. Blending hip-hop, R&B, and cinematic storytelling, their music explores themes of identity, love, self-discovery, ambition, and emotional growth through honest lyricism and captivating performances.

A multidisciplinary artist both on and off the stage, VINNYMUCHO is deeply involved in every aspect of their creative process—from songwriting and recording to visual storytelling and creative direction. Their ability to merge music with compelling visuals has helped shape a distinct artistic voice rooted in authenticity, vulnerability, and self-expression.

VINNYMUCHO has performed throughout the Northeast, including appearances at the Boston Black Pride Music & Arts Festival, where they opened for Dej Loaf and Saucy Santana. Their performances are known for blending energy, emotion, and storytelling, creating an experience that leaves audiences feeling connected and inspired.

As a proud queer Black artist, VINNYMUCHO creates music for anyone learning to embrace themselves fully, take risks, and bet on their own dreams.

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The Femmes
2026-06-12 15:00 - 17:00
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UnCommon Corner, Boylston St &, Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

The Femmes are an all-woman and non-binary band specializing in songs by female and non-binary artists. When you’re at a Femmes show, you’re at a high energy concert experience. Epic sing alongs, expertly crafted harmonies, and musicians who absolutely LOVE to interact with the audience, the Femmes are Boston’s go-to women’s party band!

The Femmes have been booked solid since their sold-out debut showcase at Club Cafe in February 2023. Finding quick success in the MA market and all across New England, The Femmes have become one of Boston’s top bands, performing for the Human Rights Campaign, Boston Pride, Martha’s Vineyard Pride, Harley Davidson’s Women’s Rider Day, and have been featured on CBS News and the Boston Globe.

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¡Baila Boston! Salsa Night
2026-06-12 18:00 - 22:00
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Ágora Cultural Architects Present: ¡Baila Boston! Salsa Night

Featuring Son Mass and Salsa y Control

UnCommon Corner, Boylston St &, Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

In partnership with our community curator Ágora Cultural Architects, one of the premiere cultural presenting organizations in Greater Boston, and Hernan Choque of beloved Salsa studio Salsa y Control, UnCommon’s Salsa Nights feature live Salsa band – Son Mass, DJ Hernan Choque, free community Salsa dance lessons from Salsa y Control, professional performances, and open dance. The Common comes to life with Salsa beats, and UnCommon provides an unforgettable opportunity for shared, cultural experiences.

To make the evening even more delicious, El Jefe’s Taqueria will be featuring a salsa tasting and for only $9.95 an Uncommon Salsa Flight featuring chips and Pico de Gallo, Red Salsa & Green Salsa

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Son Mass

Son Mass is a modern Salsa band whose performances burst with energy, blending jazz-like harmonies, dynamic arrangements, and collective improvisation that inevitably get audiences on their feet to dance, while celebrating the cultural diversity of the Latin American community in Massachusetts.

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Kidding Around's Story Hour
2026-06-13 12:00 - 13:00
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UnCommon Corner, Boylston St &, Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

Bring the whole family to UnCommon Corner for a full hour of stories read by Emerson College students!

Presented by Kidding Around, Emerson College’s renowned Theater for All Audiences group, who is generously supporting family-friendly programming at UnCommon.

Today’s Story Hour will Feature:

“Boing!” by Nick Bruel

“Excuse Me… Are You a Witch?” by Emily Horn

“The Princess and The (Greedy) Pea” by Leigh Hodgkinson

As a special treat for the kids, El Jefe’s will feature a kids’ meal! For $7.50, kids can get 1 Taco, a Juice Box, a side of Chips & Salsa, AND crayons!

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Nathan Horwitz

Nathan Horwitz (he/him) is a senior Theatre Education student from Chicago, Illinois! Nathan’s theatrical educational work can be seen with Emerson’s Kidding Around (KA), Wheelock Family Theatre, Central Square Theatre, Skyline Studios & The Laughing Academy. He currently serves as the Education Director of KA and has worked on a variety of their shows including School of Rock, Honk, Barry and the Bear, and Tuck Everlasting. Thank you for joining us for KA Story Hour at Uncommon!!

Bee Jackson

Bee Jackson (they/he) is a junior Theatre Education major from Avon, MA! Bee is currently the education coordinator of Emerson’s Kidding Around and is excited to continue spreading joy to young audiences through theatrical storytelling. This summer, Bee can be found working at Wheelock Family Theatre again, or listening to an audiobook. Liv, luv, KA <3

Kelly Furman

Kelly Furman (she/her) is entering her senior year at Emerson College, earning her BFA in Theatrical Design & Technology (Lighting and Sound focus). Kelly is incredibly grateful to be a part of the KA family, and to be serving as Production Manager. She loves creating art through collaboration, and has been able to do so on my productions at Emerson College, including Kidding Around’s Diary of a Wimpy Kid The Musical and Honk! (Lighting Designer). Kelly is also a part of Musical Theatre Against the Grain, the EVVY Awards, Planned Parenthood Generation Action, and Emerson Dance Company, and works around Boston and New York City. Thanks for being a part of our Story Hour!!

Mitchytime
2026-06-13 18:00 - 20:00
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UnCommon Corner, Boylston St &, Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

Mitchytime, a multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer, and two-time Grammy-nominated songwriter, who has captivated audiences worldwide was born and raised in Pensacola, Florida. Mitch developed his passion for music at an early age and went on to become a virtuosoon the piano, organ and synths. He has become widely recognized for his soulful and electrifying performances that blend jazz, funk, gospel, and R&B.Mitch has collaborated with artists such as Meshell Ndegeocello, Floetry, MusiqSoulchild, Esperanza Spalding, Frank McCombs, Jessie J, Richard Smallwood, Brian Mcknight, Ruthie Foster, New Edition, Robert Glasper, Chris Dave, Oleta Adams, Marsha Ambrosius, Forest Whitaker, Michael Bearden, Adam Blackstone (BBE), Justin Timberlake, Jazmin Sullivan, Aloe Blacc, Bilal, Leslie Odom, Eric Benet and many more.

Mitch’s captivating stage presence, infectious energy combined with his musicality makes his live performances a truly unforgettable experience. His ability to infuse his music with deep emotion and groove resonates with audiences of allbackgrounds. Whether he’s performing on stage, recording in the studio, Mitch Henry aka Mitchytime continues to push musical boundaries and leave an indelible mark in the world of music.

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Jesse Blackman
2026-06-14 14:00 - 16:00
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UnCommon Corner, Boylston St &, Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

Jesse Blackman is a Boston-based pianist and vocalist who began playing music at the age of five. Her repertoire is a blend of jazz and adult standards. She performs regularly at local events and churches, and is passionate about sharing her music with others.

WERS 617 Day
2026-06-17 12:00 - 21:00
WERS 617 Day

UnCommon Corner, Boylston St &, Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

Join Boston’s UnCommon radio station for 617 Day!

Stop by UnCommon Corner to see some of WERS’ favorite local talent, and as always, great beer from Harpoon and elevated Mexican street food from El Jefe’s!

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Key Found

If Key Found is in your ears, they’re in your soul. As a Boston-based indie-rock band, they’re capturing the energy of a moment with a sound that unspools like old film. Packing slick songwriting, powerful guitar, and the methodical chaos of the rock legends that inspired them into nice little packages, Key Found turns songs into transient snapshots of time. Inspired by classics like The Rolling Stones, Smashing Pumpkins, and The Beatles, as well as contemporaries like Geese and Far Caspian, Key Found is a culmination of all the rock that came before, while still bringing a fresh take to the indie scene. The modern iteration of the band has been together for a year, sharing a common goal of exploring new sounds, new landscapes, new mediums, and new ways to capture the essence of rock. Watching Key Found live is an electrifying experience, like hearing all of your favorite bands sing a song you haven’t heard yet, but will be stuck in your head for weeks, like a voice memo you can’t help but replay over and over.

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Riah

Riah is a Cape Verdean-American artist from Boston with a musical style that blends alt/pop, R&B, and neo-soul. After amassing over two million combined streams with her first widely successful hit “Too Fast,” riah released her first EP “Head/Space” in 2024. Beginning her career from her studio apartment in Madrid, she’s since played shows in the States, Europe, Africa, and Australia. Her debut album “Garden” deals with themes of self-love amidst anxiety and uncertainty, and is streaming everywhere.

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Stop Calling Me Frank

Stop Calling Me Frank came together in the wild 1980s punk rockscene of Boston. Their music still reflects that early, high-energy,loud-fast-fun attitude, as do their rousing live shows. Theirrecords, Spider In My Beer and Other Songs, and Haberdashedinclude classic originals that they played at places like The Rat and Chet’s Last Call, along with some irresistible tunes that they’ve written recently. They have been influenced by the usual suspects: Little Richard, The Fleshtones, The Sonics, The Ramones, Otis Redding. This is garage punk rock-and-soul, with giant guitar riffs, a honking sax, and guys singing “Baby!” really loud. Over theyears, members of Stop Calling Me Frank have played with otherrockers including The Dogmatics, Stranglehold, The Neats, TheSwinedells, and other great bands. So it’s no surprise that they’veearned a reputation as the Boston band’s Boston band.

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Samantha Farrell

Samantha Farrell is a Boston-based musician and vocalist whose sound is a gorgeously moody fusion of jazz, alt R&B and pop. Once described as “the best singer-songwriter you’ve never heard of,” by NBC Los Angeles, Farrell has always been understated in her approach to her music career – but, those who are in the know, have been quietly dazzled with her unique voice, rhythmic subtleties and tonal nuance for years.

Her music has been featured on various major network television shows such as NBC’s “Shark,” CW’s “Ringer,” “Privileged,” “Nikita,” “One Tree Hill” & “The Tomorrow People.”

Farrell will be releasing her fourth full length album in the summer of 2026, produced by Will Dailey

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Gnarly Darling

Gnarly Darling–(noun) a twisted, dangerous, sweet, and beautiful something. Musically, it’s about honest lyrics that cut to the sometimes painful truths each of us carry, brought to bear through jangly guitar and blues harp set against striking melodies, grounded rhythms, and soulful harmonies. As MusicNGear Magazine writes, “Gnarly Darling bring a fresh spark to New England’s Americana scene.”

The group consists of singer-songwriter and guitarist Ryan Feeley, bluesy harp wizard Pete Lassey, distinctive and soulful vocalist Jessi Rigordaeva, rock solid drummer Gary Goodman, and expressive bassist Eric Turner.

Gnarly Darling independently released their debut album in November, 2025. Recorded at Rocking Horse Studios with award-winning producer Brian Coombes, the album is true to their live sound, beautiful and honest, with a spotlight on the equally twisted and sweet lyrics. Gnarly Darling was nominated for “Americana Act of the Year” at the 2025 New England Music Awards. As one radio listener from Ireland shared, “This is what America sounds like to me from the outside. It’s lovely.”

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Dave Herlihy

Dave Herlihy has one of the clearest and most expressive voices the Boston rock scene has ever produced. He was most famously the lead singer for O Positive, a mainstay in Boston’s legendary 80’s-90’s music scene. Dave’s new release, Good Trouble” is not just an earworm; it’s an anthem for our times. The song is an homage to civil rights icon John Lewis. His famous phrase “good trouble,” is a call to action and a guiding principle for engaging in peaceful disruption to address injustice and inspire meaningful change. It encourages individuals to challenge the status quo and speak out against things that are not right, not fair, or not just. “Not going down without a fight”.

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BAMS Fest presents S.O.U.L.stice Featuring Toki Wright & Lone Sol
2026-06-18 17:00 - 19:00
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UnCommon Corner, Boylston St &, Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

Every Thursday, join Toki Wright and BAMS Fest at UnCommon for the S.O.U.L.stice series. This week’s performance will feature Toki Wright & Lone Sol

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Toki Wright

Toki Wright is a two-time Emmy Award-winning MC, poet, producer, and cultural diplomat. He has received two CLIO Award for advertising with General Mills for the number one worldwide Twitter trending project “Watch the Stove” which was also nominated for a Cannes Lion Award. Wright is currently the chair of the Professional Music Department at Berklee College of Music in Boston. Before relocating he was the Department Head of the United States’ first fully accredited Hip-Hop Studies program at McNally Smith College of Music. The program was awarded the “Best Transformative Higher Learning Model” from the Hip-Hop Education Center at NYU. Toki also facilitated seven Twin Cities Celebration of Hip-Hop Festivals and helped establish “Hip-Hop at H.E.A.L.S,” a program for former child soldiers in Gulu, Northern Uganda.

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Lone Sol

little kilo productions & liquid underground present: BLACK MUSIC, QUEER MUSIC, HOUSE MUSIC
2026-06-19 13:00 - 17:00
Poster by: @Mrin

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UnCommon Corner, Boylston St &, Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

ALL MUSIC IS BLACK MUSIC

little kilo productions and liquid underground present: BLACK MUSIC, QUEER MUSIC, HOUSE MUSIC. Live and in living color, Friday, JUNETEENTH, 2026, at the Uncommon Corner!

Beautiful music presented by these beautiful individuals: DJ Mirage, Brazen, and Ms. Mango. Come early, stay late, hang out, and most importantly dance!!

Special thanks to the Uncommon Production Team!

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Little Kilo (Curator)

Hi! I’m Little Kilo and I like to make cool things happen!!

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Ms. Mango (DJ)

Ms. Mango is a Boston-based Black femme DJ known for soulful, sexy, gritty, and spiritual sets rooted in house, techno, disco, and Black club sounds. Inspired by Chicago and New York house from the ’90s and early 2000s, she blends gospel-laced warmth with raunchy club energy, building dancefloors that feel euphoric, sensual, and alive.

A member of Boudoir and Liquid, Ms. Mango has played across Boston and New York, including the Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston, Roadrunner, The Sinclair, C’mon Everybody, and The Basement. Her work reflects a commitment to peace, love, strength, and the liberating power of Black dance music.

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Brazen (DJ)

Brazen is an up and coming DJ deeply rooted in the underground dance music scene here in Boston. His style brings a electro, breaks, techno, and old school house to the forefront with music you can flow to.

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DJ Mirage (DJ)

DJ Mirage is a Boston-based open-format DJ known for club-driven sets that center Black music while blending dancehall, hip-hop, soca, electronic, and techno. With Caribbean roots and bright green hair, DJ Mirage brings a versatile, colorful sound shaped by community, groove, and movement.

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Eduardo Betancourt
2026-06-19 18:00 - 20:00
Eduardo Betancourt

UnCommon Corner, Boylston St &, Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

Considered “one of the iconic harpists of this new age,” ​Eduardo Betancourt​ is a Grammy-award winning Venezuelan musician, producer, arranger, composer, instructor, and multi-instrumentalist with 30 years of experience in traditional and fusion Venezuelan music. In 2010, Betancourt won a Latin Grammy Award for his participation on the album ​“​Tesoros de la música Venezolana” by Ilan Chester​, and in 2016, he was nominated on the ​album ​”​Pa’ Tío Simón” with Rafael “Pollo” Brito​.​ At the 2016 Pepsi Music Awards in Venezuela, Betancourt’s personal album, ​AD LIBITUM​, was nominated three times for “Best Artist,” “Best Song,” and “Best Album.” His many accomplishments include more than 100 recordings, and performances with renowned international artists such as: Simon Diaz, Oscar D León, Gilberto Santa Rosa, Danny Rivera, Luis Salinas, Jorge Celedón, and artists from Venezuela.

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Kidding Around's Story Hour
2026-06-20 12:00 - 13:00
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UnCommon Corner, Boylston St &, Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

Bring the whole family to UnCommon Corner for a full hour of stories read by Emerson College students!

Presented by Kidding Around, Emerson College’s renowned Theater for All Audiences group, who is generously supporting family-friendly programming at UnCommon.

Today’s Story Hour will Feature:

“I Wonder” by Annaka Harris

“The Last Rainbow Bird” by Nora Brech

“My Teacher is a Monster! (No, I Am Not)” by Peter Brown

As a special treat for the kids, El Jefe’s will feature a kids’ meal! For $7.50, kids can get 1 Taco, a Juice Box, a side of Chips & Salsa, AND crayons!

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Gillian Applebaum

Gillian Applebaum (she/her) is going into her senior year at Emerson college as a BFA Theatre Education & Performance student. She is KAs current artistic director and has held multiple roles on KAs shows such as costume design and education coordination. Other theatre credits include a variety of acting roles, assistant director, and stage manager with Emerson college shows as well as theatre in the general Boston area. She currently works as a teaching assistant at Wheelock Family Theatre.

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Izzy Cantone

Izzy Cantone (she/her) is a senior Theatre Education major and Dance minor from Poughkeepsie, New York, and is now officially a Boston native! This is Izzy’s 2nd semester in Kidding Around and previously choreographed for our spring production of School of Rock. Izzy also choreographs and dances for Emerson Dance Company and can also be found working at Wheelock Family Theatre and the Emerson Visitor Center!

Paige Shepherd

Paige (she/they) is a Theatre Education and Performance major graduating in 2027, and is also KA’s Executive Director! This will be her fifth semester as part of the amazing KA family, and has served as the choreographer for three KA shows! She has been an educator for over 3 years, directing, choreographing, and producing for all ages. Creating theatre for all is one of her favorite passions! In addition to her educational work, Paige is an avid director and producer for both theatre and television, and is a part of Musical Theatre Society, Emerson Dance Company, and The EVVY Awards at Emerson.

The Water Street Wranglers
2026-06-20 14:00 - 16:00
The Water Street Wranglers

UnCommon Corner, Boylston St &, Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

Embark on a musical journey with the Water Street Wranglers, a Boston-based bluegrass/Americana band. Known for their blend of original and traditional tunes, join us for mesmerizing live performances that capture the essence of good old-fashioned vibes mixed with a modern touch.

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Steph Davis and Friends
2026-06-20 18:00 - 20:00
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UnCommon Corner, Boylston St &, Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

Join marimbist Steph David and flutist DeShaun Gordon-King for an evening of classical, traditional, jazz, and dance music from around the globe.

Hailed by The Washington Post as a “crisp ” performer who brings “bright humanity and expressive depth” to contemporary music, Steph Davis has performed hundreds of concerts as a marimba soloist and chamber musician. Their repertoire spans Western classical and contemporary music, West African gyil music, and original arrangements of spirituals. Through their arrangements and commissions, they have contributed over 30 works by Black composers to the marimba’s solo and chamber repertoire. Davis is a Marimba One Premier Artist. Davis has enjoyed residencies at Avaloch Farm Music Institute, Boston Center for the Arts, and the Goethe-Institut Boston. Their work has been supported by the New England Foundation for the Arts, Massachusetts Cultural Council, City of Boston Arts and Culture, and Cambridge Arts Council. Davis received their Master of Music in marimba performance from the Boston Conservatory, where they studied with Nancy Zeltsman. Davis resides in Boston, MA.

Known for his deeply soulful tone and mesmerizing phrasing, DeShaun has given performances as a soloist and principal in Europe, Asia, and throughout the United States. DeShaun grew up surrounded by oral storytelling, and jazz and gospel music. He began his classical studies while at Duke University. Inspired by the worlds and traditions of his upbringing, DeShaun grew passionate about programming that blends them all together to create unique and memorable concert experiences. While in Boston he has collaborated with Castle of Our Skins, the Boston Celebrity Series, Juventas New Music Ensemble, the Longy Afghanistan Project, and Shelter Music Boston along with engaging in DEI work at the Longy School of music. DeShaun wholly believes in pushing music toward its next evolution; consequently, he is a vocal advocate for new music, especially works by composers of African and Latinx heritage and Queer composers.​In addition to his love of newer music, DeShaun is currently pursuing his certification as a Therapeutic Musician because of his belief in the healing power of music. His primary teachers and mentors include Sergio Pallottelli, Kaori Fujii, Keith Underwood, and Rebecca Troxler.

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Zahili Gonzalez Zamora
2026-06-21 14:00 - 16:00
Zahili Gonzalez Zamora

UnCommon Corner, Boylston St &, Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

Zahili Gonzalez Zamora is a Cuban pianist, composer, bandleader, arranger, and educator. She feels most defined by her Cuban heritage and her status as an immigrant. Her passion for music has taken her to Canada, to South East Asia and, now, to the United States. Her rich musical background, career experience and extraordinary improvisation skills render her a leader in the modern Latin jazz idiom and an influential, emulated musician.

​In 2018, her Afro-Cuban jazz Trio, MIXCLA, released its self-titled album, which features her original tunes and arrangements. It has received critical acclaim and earned the attention of major agents locally and internationally. The album has thus far advanced in the world of jazz, adding to her accolades two nominations from the Boston Music Awards (2018 & 2019).

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