“Guitar god” might sound like hyperbole, but to many music fans of British singer-songwriter Richard Thompson it’s a suitable salutation.  He is regarded as much for his technical chops on guitar as for his darkly funny lyrics. He recently stopped by the NPR studios and shared stories and songs with David Dye of World Cafe….

Coming May 20th! Here are some highlights from last year’s festivities.  

You probably already know that Folly artist Kenny Garrett and his quartet will be performing at the Folly on February 15, but did you know that he also gave the commencement speech at The Berklee College of Music in 2011 after receiving an honorary doctorate? That’s Dr. Garrett to you!      

We celebrated a major milestone last November when we erected a new marquee.  A throwback to the era when the Folly hosted vaudeville, burlesque and more, the sign is a nice connection between today and the 112-year-old downtown theater.