The Rockwell

The Rockwell An inclusive venue showcasing music, comedy, theater, burlesque, variety + everything in between from artists all over the globe
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In September of 2016, the Davis Square Theatre reemerged as "The Rockwell," continuing its legacy of providing a home for the region’s flourishing arts community in honor of its late owner, Somerville business leader and restaurateur Ken Kelly (The Independent, Foundry on Elm, Saloon, Brass Union, River Bar). The new incarnation of the playhouse includes the name dedication, an updated look, equip

ment upgrades and original programming curated by the theater. The Rockwell continues to host a wide range of programming from children’s interests to national comedy headlines to burlesque performances. The theater also welcomes local acts and offers the space to patrons, organizations, theatrical companies, and comedians at affordable rates.

JUST ANNOUNCED!Join EVERFINER in a cosmic shimmer celebration of music as the group conjures its 2nd EP, Shimmer Funk, f...
06/23/2026

JUST ANNOUNCED!
Join EVERFINER in a cosmic shimmer celebration of music as the group conjures its 2nd EP, Shimmer Funk, from the depths of Nova 37 in EFNR Star Belt. ✨

You may find yourself unable to stop dancing to these tunes, but fear not. Shimmer Funk has been crafted over the past year with the magical properties required to get your body moving and grooving. Resume your position on the bridge, strap into the cockpit of your star vessel, and prepare for a shimmer space journey. 💫🪩

Sat Aug 29 // 7PM // 21+ // $20ADV $25DOS
Tickets available at therockwell.org 🕺🏻

This Sunday!!🌈 QA&P Presents: 48-Hour Play Festival ⏳:A Culmination of Q***r TenacityFor one night only, witness q***r c...
06/22/2026

This Sunday!!

🌈 QA&P Presents: 48-Hour Play Festival ⏳:
A Culmination of Q***r Tenacity

For one night only, witness q***r creativity at its most daring and deliciously unhinged.

Across a single high-velocity weekend, LGBTQ+ artists will dream up, write down, and fully conjure a collection of original one-act plays—then hurtle them onto the stage!

Sun Jun 28 // 6PM // All Ages // $15ADV $20DOS

***revents

HEY! This is the leap of faith you’ve been waiting for…Montreal’s hardest working sketch comedy group is bringing their...
06/22/2026

HEY! This is the leap of faith you’ve been waiting for…

Montreal’s hardest working sketch comedy group is bringing their award-winning show to The Rockwell for the first time ever! Fresh off a run at the Just For Laughs festival, Tandem Jump is bringing their signature multimedia surreal Gen-Z style of comedy to the USA this summer. Join them for a night of alternative comedy like you have never seen before.

Mon Aug 3 // 7PM // All Ages // $15ADV $20DOS
Tickets available at therockwell.org 🪂✨

is back at The Rockwell this July! This time with a deep dive on cinematic storytelling: visual structure in film. Join...
06/21/2026

is back at The Rockwell this July! This time with a deep dive on cinematic storytelling: visual structure in film.

Join us for an engaging evening as Prof. Drew McClellan unpacks how filmmakers communicate thoughts, emotions, and ideas through visual strategy and cinematic design. You’ll discover how every shot is carefully constructed to guide your emotions, deepen storytelling, and choreograph the eye across the frame. 🎥

Wed Jul 1 // 6:30PM // All Ages // $35
Tickets available at therockwell.org 🎬

JUST ANNOUNCED!bellwire return to Boston with a new song in their bittersweet register tackling love, existence, and ent...
06/21/2026

JUST ANNOUNCED!

bellwire return to Boston with a new song in their bittersweet register tackling love, existence, and entropy. “LOVEBIRDS” (featuring a fellow sweet prince of New England songcraft, Jake McKelvie, singing harmony). The song will come out on the morning of the show. 

They will be joined by local favorites Yes, Chef, and Mel Starr and the Astral Projection.

Wed Jul 15 // 7PM // All Ages // $15ADV $20DOS

Film fans!! Excited to announce that thanks to their amazing sponsors, we are able to offer you free entry to the SOMERV...
06/20/2026

Film fans!! Excited to announce that thanks to their amazing sponsors, we are able to offer you free entry to the SOMERVILLE International Film Festival!

July 11-12 // 6-11 PM // All Ages
Reserve your tickets now! (Please only book seats if you’re certain you’ll be present, thank you!)

YO! Come see comedian (longtime writer for Late Night with Seth Meyers) as he performs his new hour of stand-up for the...
06/17/2026

YO! Come see comedian (longtime writer for Late Night with Seth Meyers) as he performs his new hour of stand-up for the first time in the Boston area!

Wed Sep 6 // 7PM // All Ages // $15-25
Tickets available at therockwell.org 🎭

Yep next Sunday is huge. .in.autumn are teaming up to tear it down. Sun Jun 21 // 7PM // All Ages // $15ADV $20DOSTic...
06/14/2026

Yep next Sunday is huge. .in.autumn are teaming up to tear it down.

Sun Jun 21 // 7PM // All Ages // $15ADV $20DOS
Tickets available at therockwell.org 💚

Next Friday, we’ve got – one of the most unique voices in Magic today. Jack has a rare instinct for virality at its cor...
06/13/2026

Next Friday, we’ve got – one of the most unique voices in Magic today. Jack has a rare instinct for virality at its core, including delivering the shortest audition in America’s Got Talent history and his documentary premiered at the 2026 New York Film Festival.

He is also the first magician to ever step into a professional boxing match, and blends wit filled comedy with impossible magic.

Fri Jun 19 // 7PM // 21+ // $20-30
Tickets available at therockwell.org 🃏

don’t pretend like you don’t already know… GLADDY8RS IS BACK AND BETTER THAN EVER!Comedy death battle to the death. Need...
06/12/2026

don’t pretend like you don’t already know… GLADDY8RS IS BACK AND BETTER THAN EVER!

Comedy death battle to the death. Need I say more?

Sat Jun 20th // 9:30 PM // 21+ // $10-15
Tix available at therockwell.org 🥊

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255 Elm Street
Somerville, MA
02144

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