The Bushnell

Featured Performances

Nat Geo Live, When Women Ruled the World with Egyptologist, Kara Cooney

October 22

Join Dr. Kara Cooney, professor of Egyptology, for a look at a time in ancient history when women ruled the world.

Jenna Bush Hager: Everything Beautiful Tour

September 15

Join Today show co-anchor Jenna Bush Hager for a fun night of lively conversation!

An Evening with David Sedaris

April 8

Join best-selling author and NPR contributor David Sedaris for an evening featuring all-new stories, an audience Q&A, and a book signing.

An Evening with Neil Gaiman

November 29

Today, as one of the most celebrated writers of our time, his popular and critically acclaimed works bend genres while reaching audiences of all ages.

Justin Lansing and Joe Mailander have been exploring the outdoors together since they were kids. Now, as a GRAMMY-winning Okee Dokee Brothers, they write songs to encourage kids and families to get outside and get creative.

Hartford Symphony Orchestra: The Empire Strikes Back in Concert

October 30

Travel to a galaxy far, far away when the Hartford Symphony presents The Empire Strikes Back in Concert.

Hartford Symphony Orchestra: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire™ in Concert

April 24

For the first time ever, audiences can rediscover the magic of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire™ while a live symphony orchestra performs Patrick Doyle’s unforgettable score.