By Eric Viner
The season just keeps getting better! These musical and theatrical events will keep the good times rolling.
Hamptons Jazz Fest 2025
The Hamptons Jazz Fest 2025 is an unmissable event for jazz fans visiting or residing in the Hamptons. Expect an unforgettable day filled with stellar jazz performances, amazing food, and a unique relaxed atmosphere—all set against the stunning beauty of Wainscott. If you’re a jazz aficionado, this event is the ultimate way to immerse yourself in the genre in one of the most iconic locations in New York. August 15
The Fitzgeralds: A Reading With Music
Marking the centennial of The Great Gatsby, The Fitzgeralds: A Reading With Music at Guild Hall revisits the lives behind one of the most enduring works of American literature through correspondence between F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald. These letters reveal a relationship shaped by ambition, artistry, and emotional complexity. Directed by Stephen Hamilton, the reading features Melissa Errico and Alec Baldwin, with an original live score by composer/performer Forrest Gray. Poised between literature and performance, memory and music, The Fitzgeralds is a reflective tribute to the people behind the prose. August 16, 8–9:30 p.m.
Hamptons Summer Songbook by the Sea–LTV Studios
LTV Studios in East Hampton brings world-class cabaret and Broadway talent to the East End in the second season of the celebrated series. Produced by Donna Rubin and LTV’s creative director Josh Gladstone, this unique musical experience transforms LTV’s TV studio into an intimate performance venue complete with state-of-the art lighting, acoustics, and café-style seating, as well as a stunning baby grand piano. The Songbook series is your new go-to destination for live music in the Hamptons. For more information, visit ltveh.org. Summer weekends
Calissa
Calissa’s terrace in Water Mill hosts intimate live sets blending world, acoustic, and lounge music—Italian, Greek, Brazilian, French styles—all with that signature Mediterranean ambiance. An upscale yet relaxed vibe, it’s perfect for a laid-back weekend. Music is curated from emerging and established artists, from sultry jazz vocalists to acoustic duos. Weekend evenings
Surf Lodge
This year’s lineup of musical performances at Surf Lodge in Montauk includes an eclectic mix, featuring a blend of genres, including house, electronic, indie-dance, and live acoustic performances. Notable artists include Hayden James, The Knocks, and Donavon Frankenreiter, offering a mix of high-energy sets and intimate acoustic performances. Weekends
