Arts & Living

Arts & Living / 2177277

Comedian Colin Quinn and Jazz Guitarist John Pizzarelli Perform at WHBPAC

icon 2 Photos
John Pizzarelli performs at WHBPAC on July 23. COURTESY WHBPAC

John Pizzarelli performs at WHBPAC on July 23. COURTESY WHBPAC

Colin Quinn performs his show

Colin Quinn performs his show "Small Talk" at WHBPAC on July 22. MONIQUE CARBONI

authorStaff Writer on Jul 17, 2023

This weekend, the Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center (WHBPAC) is presenting the uproarious comedy of Colin Quinn on July 22 at 8 p.m., followed by the extraordinary jazz guitar of John Pizzarelli on July 23 at 8 p.m.

Quinn is slated to perform his highly-regarded one-man show “Small Talk,” while Pizzarelli will delight audiences with his virtuoso guitar stylings.

“Both of these performers are veterans of the WHBPAC and we’re always excited to welcome them back to the Mollie Parnis Auditorium,” said the theater’s marketing director Heather Draskin.

Colin Quinn, renowned for his quick wit and sharp observational humor, is widely regarded as one of the funniest comedians of our time. With a career spanning over three decades and including a five year run on “Saturday Night Live,” Quinn has left audiences in stitches with acclaimed Comedy Central specials, and hilarious one-man shows on Broadway. His unique ability to dissect the quirks and idiosyncrasies of modern life guarantees an unforgettable comedic experience that will leave the adults-only audience rolling in the aisles.

On Sunday July 23, the immensely talented John Pizzarelli, a virtuoso guitarist who effortlessly blends jazz, swing and pop into a harmonious musical experience will dazzle audiences of all ages. Known for his smooth vocals and remarkable guitar skills, Pizzarelli has collaborated with musical giants, earning him critical acclaim and a dedicated following. Audiences can expect an evening of soulful melodies and lively rhythms as he showcases his extraordinary talent and unique musical interpretations. Established as one of the prime contemporary interpreters of the Great American Songbook, he has expanded that repertoire by including the music of Paul McCartney, Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, Tom Waits, Antônio Carlos Jobim and the Beatles. In addition to being a bandleader and solo performer, Pizzarelli has been a special guest on recordings for major pop names such as Natalie Cole, Kristin Chenoweth, Tom Wopat, Rickie Lee Jones and Dave Van Ronk, as well as leading jazz artists such as Rosemary Clooney, Ruby Braff, Johnny Frigo, Buddy DeFranco, Harry Allen and, of course, his father Bucky Pizzarelli. He won a Grammy Award in the Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album category as co-producer of James Taylor’s American Standard in 2021.

“We are delighted to welcome Colin Quinn and John Pizzarelli to the Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center,” said Julienne Penza-Boone, executive director of the theater. “This promises to be an incomparable weekend of entertainment.”

Tickets for Colin Quinn are $67 to $90; tickets for John Pizzarelli are $73 to $102. To purchase tickets for both shows, visit whbpac.org or call 631-288-1500 or visit the Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center box office at 76 Main Street, Westhampton Beach.

You May Also Like:

Book Review: Helen Harrison's 'A Willful Corpse' Artistic Murder Mystery

Earlier this year, art scholar and former director of the Pollock-Krasner House and Study Center ... 2 Dec 2025 by Joan Baum

At the Galleries, for December 4, 2025

Montauk The Lucore Art, 87 South Euclid Avenue in Montauk, will open its annual Holiday ... by Staff Writer

Documenting History in Real Time: The Political Forces Behind Sarah McBride’s Journey

Being a pioneer, regardless of the field or profession, is often a case study in ... 1 Dec 2025 by Annette Hinkle

Hampton Theatre Company Presents 'A Christmas Carol: A Live Radio Play'

Building on a holiday tradition in Quogue, the Hampton Theatre Company will once again present ... 30 Nov 2025 by Staff Writer

‘Making At Home’: The 21st Annual Thanksgiving Collective at Tripoli Gallery

Tripoli Gallery is presenting its 21st Annual Thanksgiving Collective, “Making It Home,” now through January 2026. The exhibition features work by Jeremy Dennis, Sally Egbert, Sabra Moon Elliot, Hiroyuki Hamada, Judith Hudson and Miles Partington, artists who have made the East End their home and the place where they live and work. The show examines the many iterations of home and what it means to establish one. “Making It Home” invites viewers to consider the idea of home in multiple forms — the home individuals are born into, the home they construct for themselves and the home imagined for future ... by Staff Writer

The Church Opens Its Doors for Community Residency Event

The Church will host its 2025 Community Residency Open Studios on Sunday, December 14, from 1 to 3 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. Each winter, The Church holds the East End Community Residency, a dedicated cycle of its annual artists residency program that supports South Fork artists. This year’s cohort — A.G. Duggan, Robin du Plessis, Christina Graham, Laurie Hall, Eva Iacono and Nathalie Shepherd — has spent the season developing new work on site. Visitors are invited to stop by, meet the artists and learn about their practices and processes. A.G. Duggan, a visual ... by Staff Writer

Hamptons Doc Fest: 'The Ark' Tells the Story of a Ukrainian Family Turned Unlikely Heroes

Zhenye and Anatoliy Pilipenko moved to their new home in rural Eastern Ukraine in December ... by Dan Stark

'Steal This Story, Please!' Shows Why Independent Journalism Is Still a Lifeline

Not to sound biased, but journalism is incredibly important in the world today. Whether there’s ... by Jon Winkler

Holiday Spirit Meets High-Octane Sound at The Suffolk’s Rockabilly Christmas

The Suffolk will present its annual holiday tradition, Rockabilly Christmas, featuring Jason D. Williams, Gene ... by Staff Writer

Sag Harbor Cinema’s ‘Projections’ Series Presents ‘The Bonackers Project’

Sag Harbor Cinema continues its “Projections” series on Sunday, December 14, from 11 a.m. to ... 28 Nov 2025 by Staff Writer