The Hamptons Festival of Music (TH·FM) will have a new partnership with St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in East Hampton Village beginning with its 2025 mainstage festival season. This strategic move underscores TH· FM’s commitment to deepening its connections within the community and enhancing the festival’s accessibility and appeal.
“Our decision to partner with St. Luke’s is rooted in several key factors reflecting the growth of TH·FM. Namely, the location in the heart of East Hampton Village and access to two incredible performance spaces, each unique in its own way, allowing us to feature the virtuosity of our exceptional musicians from The New American Sinfonietta” said TH·FM Executive Director Michael Yip. “Also, this marks the pinnacle of the partnership that we have been building and developing over the past year, with Father Ben and the fine team at St. Luke’s.”
“I am very enthusiastic about our move to St. Luke’s and look forward to bringing our next season of mainstage orchestra concerts to you, from the acoustically intimate Hoie Hall and Sanctuary,” added TH·FM Artistic Director Michael Palmer.
The transition to St. Luke’s Episcopal Church marks a pivotal step in TH·FM’s growth. The proximity to East Hampton Village aligns with the organization’s audience demographics, providing an intimate, authentic environment that enhances the concert experience. The festival’s former venue, LTV Studios, was an excellent starting point. The shift to St. Luke’s reflects TH·FM’s evolution and standing as an East End cultural event.
“We are grateful for the support we have had from LTV and their teams during our formative years,” said Yip. “It has been a pleasure to be a part of LTV’s growth over the past years.”
The 2025 mainstage festival concerts are scheduled for September 6, 11 and 14 at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church. For more information, visit thehamptonsfestivalofmusic.com.
Staff Writer on Nov 24, 2024