The Horsenecks
2025-11-07 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | KALA, 1017 Marine Dr., Astoria, Oregon, 97103, United States
The Horsenecks play hard-hitting and heartfelt Old Time, classic Bluegrass and original roots music. Their sound is centered around the pairing of the signature rhythmic Appalachian fiddle style of Oregonian Gabrielle Macrae and the driving yet subtle banjo playing of Liverpudlian Barry Southern.
Gabrielle’s playing style is the result of being raised in the Old Time music hotbed of Portland, OR and being exposed to the fiddle traditions of the Southeast through years of traveling to festivals and learning from some of the greatest players in the genre. Her love of traditional music brought her to North Carolina as a teenager where she fully immersed herself in the music of the region and became a sought-after clawhammer banjo player after releasing an album with the Macrae Sisters.
Barry’s banjo playing ranges from thrilling and high-octane to moody and captivating, and his versatility shines whether playing clawhammer or driving three-finger banjo. Also an accomplished guitarist, adept in many styles of playing he has been consistently active in the UK Old Time and Bluegrass scene for the last decade playing with multiple groups.
Doors open at 7pm. Show 7:30pm.

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Jacob Marley's Last Chance
2025-11-14 19:30 - 21:00
Everyone knows “A Christmas Carol”. We meet the flinty old businessman, Ebenezer Scrooge, who receives – though he hardly welcomes – visits from four Ghosts, starting with his late partner, Jacob Marley. By the end of one eventful night, Scrooge has discovered the meaning of Christmas – and been transformed.
But how did Jacob Marley get permission to visit Scrooge, in the first place? Not exactly standard operating procedure in the Afterlife!
“Jacob Marley’s Last Chance” supplies an answer. A plan is hatched in the offices of St. Peter, just a few steps from the Pearly Gates. In addition to St. Peter, the plan involves his assistant, Angel Fan, and three theatrical angels – Robert Armin and Will Kempe (of the original Globe company) and Mrs. Sarah Siddons (perhaps the most famous Lady Macbeth of all time).
By the end of a hectic, improvised, and more than occasionally comic evening, more than one crusty old miser has seen things in a new light.
Door open at 7om. Show at 7:30pm.
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WICHITA • Peter Krebs and Lauren Sheehan
2025-11-22 19:30 - 21:30
Groove oriented free-range Roots duo, Lauren Sheehan and Pete Krebs are known throughout the northwest for their fine instrumental prowess and vintage instruments, warm vocals, quirky repertoire and breadth of material. Collectively, they have over 70 years of performances and recording history, ranging from major festivals to house concerts, folk societies to dive bars. Expect guitars, lap steel, mandolin, harmony singing and, what ever else their fancy suggests that night, including a good time.
NOTE: Misprint in Hipfish of “Friday, Nov 22.” Saturday Nov 22 is the correct performance date. Our apologies for any inconvenience it may have caused.
Doors open 7pm. Show at 7:30pm
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WATCH COW COW BOOGIE!

LET IT JAZZ • The Astoria Jazz Collective
2025-12-19 19:30 - 21:00
Astoria Jazz Collective is gathering up favorite holiday tunes for a night of original arrangements. While the shuffle of Christmas music begins to filter into our everyday reality sometime after Halloween and way before Thanksgiving, it’s the mission of this collective that there’s still some modicum of delight to behold with a fresh take on some classic tunes.
Guitarist, composer and arranger Dave Drury gives “Jingle Bells” a Latin swing, Dinah Urell pays homage to Coltrane with her vocal/guitar arrangement of “My Favorite Things” and drummer Dusty Hill’s version of “Little Drummer Boy” features a trio harmony including, pianist Roxanne Hill and Urell — a sample of some the nights selections. The vibrant reeds of jazz newcomer to the region Tom Hunt and sublime beats man and harmonist, bassist Clarence Robinson fill out the show.
Feeling like a Grinch cause you never want to hear another xmas tune for as long as you live? Give it another chance with this coastal collective of musicians bringing jazz to the region. Let it jazz, man!!!! Let it jazz!
Doors open at 7pm. Show at 7:30pm
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Belle Noir: A Celebration of Dark Beauty • A Dance Performance
2026-01-23 20:00 - 22:00
The evocative world of Belle Noir: A Celebration of Dark Beauty. The event showcases an arresting blend of movement, mood, and artistic exploration, spotlighting a curated selection of dance works spanning tango, belly dance, hip hop, and other dynamic styles, inviting audiences into an immersive evening steeped in mystery, tension, sensuality, and emotional depth.
The performances will unfold on January 23 and 24, 2026, with doors opening at 7:30 pm and the show beginning promptly at 8pm Tickets are now on sale.
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Designed as a night of technique-driven solos, duets, and trios, Belle Noir embraces themes of existential cool, power, suspense, disillusionment, and isolation—brought to life through high-contrast, shadow-infused aesthetics and moody, impactful costuming. In addition to featuring established performers from the coastal dance community , the production welcomes new voices. Dancers and choreographers were invited to contribute original works, with all styles encouraged and live musical accompaniment celebrated. Participating artists will share in ticket proceeds, underscoring the event’s commitment to fostering an equitable creative platform.
Belle Noir: A Celebration of Dark Beauty promises an intimate, atmospheric experience that highlights the richness of dance as an expressive force—where shadows, emotion, and physicality converge.

BELLE NOIR: A Celebration of Dark Beauty • Dance Performance
2026-01-24 20:00 - 22:00
The evocative world of Belle Noir: A Celebration of Dark Beauty. The event showcases an arresting blend of movement, mood, and artistic exploration, spotlighting a curated selection of dance works spanning tango, belly dance, hip hop, and other dynamic styles, inviting audiences into an immersive evening steeped in mystery, tension, sensuality, and emotional depth.
The performances will unfold on January 23 and 24, 2026, with doors opening at 7:30 pm and the show beginning promptly at 8pm .
Designed as a night of technique-driven solos, duets, and trios, Belle Noir embraces themes of existential cool, power, suspense, disillusionment, and isolation—brought to life through high-contrast, shadow-infused aesthetics and moody, impactful costuming. In addition to featuring established performers from the coastal dance community , the production welcomes new voices. Dancers and choreographers were invited to contribute original works, with all styles encouraged and live musical accompaniment celebrated. Participating artists will share in ticket proceeds, underscoring the event’s commitment to fostering an equitable creative platform.
Belle Noir: A Celebration of Dark Beauty promises an intimate, atmospheric experience that highlights the richness of dance as an expressive force—where shadows, emotion, and physicality converge.
TICKET LINK JAN 24 SHOW

SPUD AND THE SNAKE SKINNERS • Irish Folk
2026-02-13 19:30 - 21:00
Join intrepid mando player Spud Siegel and his friends, Sandy Bradley (Sandy Bradley’s Potluck (NPR), and beloved Northwest hammer dulcimer player Mick Doherty for a rousing night of Irish folk!!!!!!

Tickets: $20
Doors open at 7pm. Show at 7:30pm.
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WATCH THE SNAKE SKINNERS PERFORM “TIME O’BRIEN!”

Singer Songwriter Claire Holley
2026-02-20 19:30 - 21:00
Singer/songwriter Claire Holley grew up listening to her Dad’s records and soaking up her grandmother’s jazz piano playing as a little girl in the deep south. She began writing songs in college, but it was while living in North Carolina that she started getting regular airplay on WUNC’s Back Porch Music and embraced a life in music. Claire’s songs are filled with simple truths and timeless imagery that cannot be worn away with repeated listenings, says No Depression, and Huffington Post called Claire’s voice “achingly beautiful.” She lives in Los Angeles and released a new album, “Where I Lived,” this fall.
Doors open at 7pm. Show at 7:30pm
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