80 Hanover St. Manchester, NH

603.668.5588

[email protected]

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THE REX

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The Rex Theatre

Our versatile 300-seat venue for musicians, theatre, comedy, community events, and more.

THE REX THEATRE EVENTS

October 2024

The Calamari Sisters’ SAUSAGEFEST

Delphine and Carmela Calamari are bringing their 23rd Annual Italian Sausagefest to the Rex Theatre! This is a BRAND NEW show for Manchester so come celebrate the memories of summer with these sassy, brassy broads from Brooklyn as they sing, dance, and cook delicious street fair goodies for you and your friends. Whether you’re a sausage-lover or not, you’ll laugh until your sides ache and fall in love with these dynamic sisters. Come learn more secret recipes, hear hilarious Calamari family anecdotes, taste their sausage and peppers, help them make fried dough, and compete in the annual fertility and virility competition while the Sisters sing their own special versions of Broadway and Pop favorites. Get ready for a raucous good time and above all else, open wide ‘cause here comes the sausage!! Buy Tickets
13 Oct
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
The Rex Theatre
23 Amherst Street
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Robert Dubac’s Stand Up Jesus: Blessed Be The Punchlines

“Irreverent!” “Sacrilegious!” “Hysterical!” Jesus of Nazareth returns after 2000 years but this time he’s no carpenter – he’s a stand-up comedian! Join him as he channels what God created on the 8th day. Comedy. Shining the light of truth on false prophets, duplicitous politicians, and immoral sheeple; J.C.’s razor-sharp satire has been intelligently designed to redeem sinners of all faiths. So let he who is without sin cast the first heckle! Come bear witness to a truth that hurts and a truth that’s funny with STAND-UP JESUS! Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, and it will be done with the miracle of divine satire! Who better to battle the hypocrisy of modern-day evangelism than STAND-UP JESUS? It’s a Second Coming blessed with punchlines. Heaven help us? Hell, yeah! Buy Tickets
18 Oct
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
The Rex Theatre
23 Amherst Street
39.00
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Souled Out Show Band

For over 20 years, The Souled Out Show Band has been entertaining crowds in the Greater New England area, making them one of the hottest acts around. Now they have taken the next step, and we are glad to have them back, here at The Rex! They’ve added visuals to their already dynamic stage show, which takes the SOSB experience to a whole new level! The rhythm section of Russ Magnuson on Drums, Jim Sambataro on Bass/Vocals, Marc Smith on Guitar/Vocals and Chris Gardner on Keyboards drives it all.  Add a horn section of Steve Price on Trumpet/Vocals, Jim Mara on Alto Saxophone/Vocals and Mark Belanger on Tenor and Baritone Saxophone as well as Lead Vocals and it makes their sound as unique as anything you have heard anywhere! On top of that powerhouse line up, we have Krystn Cinelli on Vocals, making SOSB an experience to not be missed! Hear their takes on your favorite music from Chicago, Journey, Meatloaf, Tina Turner, Stevie Wonder, The Doobie Brothers, Bruno Mars and so many more.. ! Buy Tickets
19 Oct
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
The Rex Theatre
23 Amherst Street
29.00
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The Freese Brothers Big Band

PART OF THE PRIME OF LIFE MUSIC SERIES The Freese Brothers Big Band has been entertaining audiences throughout New England since 1982. Now in its 43rd year, the band performs a dynamic mix of big band classics and arrangements of standard tunes from The Great American Songbook. The Freese Brothers Band will perform selections from the Count, the King, the Duke, the Chairman, and the Sentimental Gentleman of Swing (that’s Basie, Goodman, Ellington, Sinatra and Dorsey!). In addition, you’ll hear popular contemporary hits arranged and performed in the big band style. Please make plans to join us for what is sure to be a wonderful afternoon of big-band swing music. Buy Tickets Sponsored by: Hillsbrook Village
20 Oct
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
The Rex Theatre
23 Amherst Street
29.00
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Muse: A Salute to Divas of Rock

“Over the decades, many female artists have paved the way in music and continue to leave their marks on the world (and on the charts!). Muse: A Salute to Divas of Rock is a celebration of sexiness, sass and powerhouse rock vibes! Fronted by Jacyn Tremblay and Lauren Rhoades and backed by our “muse house band” these ladies will take you on a musical journey to celebrate divas like Joan Jett, Alanis Morrisette, Heart, Paramore, Pat Benatar and more!” Buy Tickets
25 Oct
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
The Rex Theatre
23 Amherst Street
29.00
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Harvest Blues Festival with The Love Dogs

Harvest Blues Festival with: The Love Dogs. Embracing the tradition of Blues, Gospel, Second Line New Orleans Brass and The best of American Soul. Embracing the tradition of Blues, Gospel, Second Line New Orleans Brass and The best of American Soul. Steeped in the tradition of Chicago Blues, and New Orleans Big Band Brass playing the very best of American Soul. New England’s predominant keeper of the Blues flame. The Love Dogs fuse the tradition of Chicago Blues, and New Orleans Big Band Brass playing the very best of American Soul. The band contains Berklee School of Music Professors, Blues Hall of Fame inductees, decades of Blues players from the Boston scene that brought us The J. Geils Band and more. Buy Tickets
26 Oct
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
The Rex Theatre
23 Amherst Street
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Yesterday Once More: A Tribute to The Carpenters

The Carpenters were one of the most successful musical sibling duos of all time, selling over 90 million records worldwide. With an incredible string of mega-hits, there was no more popular musical group throughout the 1970s than The Carpenters – and years later, their amazing music still stands the test of time. Yesterday Once More – A Tribute to The Carpenters, captures The Carpenters concert experience with amazing accuracy. The look, the voice, the sound, and the great songs are all on display as the 1970s reappear and The Carpenters take the stage. Some of the timeless songs that are part of this outstanding performance are Close To You, We’ve Only Just Begun, Top of The World, Rainy Days and Mondays, Yesterday Once More, Superstar, Please Mr. Postman, and many more! Buy Tickets Sponsored by: Hillsbrook Village
27 Oct
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
The Rex Theatre
23 Amherst Street
29.00
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Silent Film with Live Music: Halloween Creepfest!

Lon Chaney Halloween Creepfest! “The Unknown” (1927) and “West of Zanzibar” (1928) Part of the 2024-2025 Silent Film Series at The Rex Theatre Lon Chaney Halloween Creepfest! “The Unknown” (1927) and ‘West of Zanzibar’ (1928), both starring Lon Chaney and directed by Todd Browning; The Rex Theatre, 23 Amherst St., Manchester, N.H.; (603) 574-4826. Two very weird late silent thrillers, both starring Chaney at the peak of his career and directed by Todd Browning. In ‘The Unknown‘ (1927), Chaney plays ‘Alonzo the Armless,’ a circus knife-thrower (he uses his feet!) with a dark past who lusts after trapeze artist Joan Crawford, who is pursued by the circus strong man, but she has a phobia about being held by a man. In ‘West of Zanzibar‘ (1928), Chaney plays a vaudeville magician who loses use of his legs in an accident but still journeys to Africa to seek revenge on the wealthy businessman (Lionel Barrymore) who stole his beloved. Join us for a series of silent film programs with live music in a wonderful restored theater in downtown Manchester. Tickets $10 per person.   Buy Tickets
30 Oct
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
The Rex Theatre
23 Amherst Street
10.00
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November 2024

A History of Women in Music featuring The FEMMES

Boston’s all-women and non-binary party band Join THE FEMMES, Boston’s all-women and non-binary party band, as they take you through a journey of the History of Women in Music. They’ll be playing all of your favorite women artists and icons. Janelle Monae, Lady Gaga, Brandi Carlisle, Whitney, Aretha, ABBA, Dua Lipa, Miley Cyrus, Olivia Rodrigo, Alanis Morisette, and more, the Femmes will be playing your favorites all night long! Buy Tickets
01 Nov
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
The Rex Theatre
23 Amherst Street
35.00
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Our History

Originally a printing press, the Rex served as a movie theatre from the 1940s to 1980s. 1989 saw the end of the Rex’s life as a movie house. The property then changed hands several times, functioning as a series of nightclubs. In 2016, the building was purchased by the Manchester Development Corporation (MDC). The Palace Theatre Trust entered into a private-public partnership with MDC in October 2018 with the shared goal of reviving the Rex and opening the space as a theatre once again.

On October 30, 2019 we opened the doors of the Rex Theatre, a state-of-the-art, 300-seat performance venue. In the four months the Rex was open before temporarily shutting down due to COVID-19, we began to see the possibilities of this new cultural resource. This venue has added immensely to our existing performance capabilities. We look forward to experiencing the growth of the Palace Theatre Trust’s newest addition.

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Check out the variety of events happening at the Rex, including live music, our Friday Night Comedy Series, and more!

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The Rex Theatre

23 Amherst Street
Manchester, NH 03101
Mail: [email protected]
Phone: 603.668.5588

REX THEATRE PARKING

There are plenty of parking options that make spending a night at the theatre fun and easy.

VICTORY PARKING GARAGE

The Victory Parking Garage is city-owned.
Procedure for parking meters:
1. Find available space and remember your space number
2. Walk to street level corner stairwell or front of office location and find pay by space meter
3. Follow instructions on meter (coins and credit only, no dollar bills) @0.75 hour / max of $6.00
4. Please remember to pay before leaving garage.
Note: Parking is free after 8PM on Fridays, and on weekends and Holidays.

VIP PARKING LOT

Limited spots available. To reserve your spot, click here.

The Palace Theatres has acquired the parking lot at 77 Amherst St and theatre patrons may now reserve a parking spot when attending a show. The lot opens 90 minutes before show time and closes 30 minutes after the show ends. The parking reservation times will be listed on the reservation ticket. 

VIP parking patrons will be able to enter the Palace Theatre through the back via the red “Star Door”, only a few feet from the parking lot. *Please note – this entrance has stairs. VIP parking is not recommended for those requiring handicap access.

Note: Once purchased, your ticket must be presented in order to enter the parking lot at 77 Amherst St. 

Parking is only allowed during the times listed on the ticket. Violators will be towed and future parking privileges denied.

CITIZENS BANK PARKING LOT

The Citizens Bank parking lot next to the Palace is now privately owned and managed, and charges fees that are not associated with the Palace Theatre.
Note: Only credit cards will be accepted as a mode of payment

ON STREET PARKING

On-street parking is typically $0.75 an hour. Be aware that some on-street parking meters have a two-hour limit. Read meters for specific details and applicable hours.
Note: On-street parking is free after 8PM on Fridays and all day on weekends and Holidays.