THOMASTON — Watts Hall Community Arts will present David Dodson in concert at 7 p.m. on Friday, May 8 at Watts Hall, 174 Main St.
A gifted songwriter with a wide-ranging American songbook, Dodson moves seamlessly across folk, rock, blues, jazz and country. His performances blend poignant ballads with laugh-out-loud storytelling, delivered with skilled guitar work, warm vocals and a natural sense of rhythm that draws audiences in.
A New Folk winner at the Kerrville Folk Festival, Dodson has shared the stage with artists including k d lang, Bill Staines, Ramblin’ Jack Elliott, Gordon Bok and the band Chicago. He is widely recognized for his versatility, imagination and genuine connection with audiences. Reviewers have praised his ability to shift between voices and styles, as well as the humor and kindness that come through in his songs.
Whether performing a tender love song or a sharply observed slice of life, Dodson brings an engaging and memorable experience from the first note to the last.
Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 day of show, if available. Discounted tickets for youth ages 12 and under are available for $10 in advance and $15 day of show, if available. Tickets can be purchased online at wattshallthomaston.com.
Watts Hall Community Arts is committed to ensuring that Watts Hall continues the proud tradition of enriching community life in Thomaston and Midcoast Maine. Our mission is to ensure that this historic building continues to serve as a center for community engagement while promoting the Hall as a premier arts and entertainment venue that contributes to the heart and soul of a vibrant Main Street.