The Connecticut Forum season kicks off with an evening featuring the acclaimed musician Rhiannon Giddens, exploring the power of art to understand our past and reveal our present. Giddens will be in conversation with fellow musician Allison Russell about the intersection of music, history, and storytelling. An artist, creator, and critical thinker, Giddens' work reframes the history of country music, starting with the banjo.

Both are powerful artists, singer-songwriters, and multi-instrumentalists, and mainstays in the folk/Americana music scene, as well as knowledgeable voices on music history and powerful speakers on creativity, activism, and equity in the arts.

Come early for The CT Forum's MUSIC FEST, a free, outdoor street festival celebrating our local music and arts community! 5:00pm - 7:30pm along Capitol Avenue in front of the Bushnell featuring entertainment, including – Booyah!, Khaiim the Rapoet, Sonia Plumb Dance and Anne Cubberly’s Puppets. With local food trucks, including – Cousins Maine Lobster, The Rolling Roti, Square Peg Pizzeria, and Capital Ice Cream. 

Guests do not need tickets to The CT Forum event to enjoy the street festival!

Location: The Bushnell

Cost: Tickets start at $25

For more information, contact:: info@ctforum.org

Event Link: https://www.ctforum.org/event/how-music-moves-us