Saturday, January 27, 2023, 7:30 PM

The Back-Porch Gang

Trinity United Methodist Church
Asbury Hall
361 Sumner Avenue
Springfield, MA, 01108

To pass the time residents at a retirement community wave at cars to see if they can get a wave back. This harmless activity takes an unexpected turn with the appearance of a police officer and a quirky stranger. Secrets are revealed as they navigate a maze of guilt and missed opportunity. The play exposes the personal struggles and complicated relationships seniors have with family, friends, and lovers. It speaks to the visceral need to be noticed and acknowledged.

Ben Scranton is a Massachusetts-based playwright and actor. His plays have been produced and received readings across the country. For seven seasons he was a member of the resident acting company at StageWest in Springfield, and has appeared at Hartford Stage. Ben is a member of the Dramatists Guild of America, and Actors’ Equity Association. Free.

Refreshments will be available. This concert is presented by Bing Productions in collaboration with Trinity United Methodist Church. Sponsored by Florence Bank.

Free of charge, donations gratefully accepted.

Saturday, March 9, 2024, 7:30 PM

Hiroya Tsukamoto – Cinematic Guitar Poetry

Trinity United Methodist Church
Community Gallery and Parkside Cafe
361 Sumner Avenue
Springfield, MA, 01108

Join us for an unforgettable evening of mesmerizing guitar melodies with the talented Hiroya Tsukamoto. This event will take place in Trinity’s cozy Community Gallery and Parkside Cafe.

Born and raised in Kyoto, and educated at Berklee, Tsukamoto has been recognized for his talents on stages such as at Blue Note in NYC, Japanese National Television, and United Nations. He took second place at the International Fingerstyle Guitar Championship in 2018 and 2022. Hiroya presents compositions that combine instrumental guitar with lyrical performance and spoken stories from his life. With a unique blend of folk, jazz, and world music influences, Hiroya’s performances are a true treat for the senses.

Refreshments will be available. This concert is presented by Bing Productions in collaboration with Trinity United Methodist Church. Sponsored by Florence Bank.

Tickets are $10 and available through Eventbrite.

Saturday, May 4, 2024, 7:30 PM

Eric Bascom Septet

Trinity United Methodist Church
Asbury Hall
361 Sumner Avenue
Springfield, MA, 01108

Guitarist and bandleader Eric Bascom will bring his septet to Asbury Hall for a scintillating evening of jazz! He will be joined by Ted Levine, sax; Cicci Santucci, trumpet; Genevieve Rose, bass; Ed Brainerd, trumpet and piano; Mario Deciutiis, MalletKAT; and Jon Fisher, drums. They’ll be performing jazz, blues, originals, and old and new standards from the great American song book and beyond. Mark your calendar and join us to hear this great line-up of jazz pros!

Refreshments will be available. This concert is presented by Bing Productions in collaboration with Trinity United Methodist Church. Sponsored by Florence Bank.

Tickets are $20 and available through Eventbrite.

Saturday, June 15, 2024, 7:30 PM

Peter Blanchette – Archguitar

Trinity United Methodist Church
Asbury Hall
361 Sumner Avenue
Springfield, MA, 01108

A guitarist, composer, arranger, and conductor, Mr. Blanchette is known around the world as the inventor of the 11-string archguitar. His broad repertoire of internationally acclaimed arrangements spans from Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque music to World Music, New Music, and original pieces. Mark your calendar and join us for an extraordinary performance by a true master of his craft.

Refreshments will be available. This concert is presented by Bing Productions in collaboration with Trinity United Methodist Church. Sponsored by Florence Bank.

Tickets are $20 and available through Eventbrite.