St. George Theatre and Staten Island Arts proudly present the It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere Concert Series. Enjoy a FREE intimate performance in the Honorable James P. Molinaro Lobby, complete with a cash bar featuring signature cocktails, refreshing mocktails, and light concessions.
Doors Open: 5:00 PM // Showtime: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Admission: Free, Donations and tips are warmly encouraged at the door to directly support the talented artists bringing these performances to life.
Performance dates: We kick off the series May “5…6…7…8!” Followed by once a month on a Thursday: June 4, July 9, August 13, September 10, October 15, November 19.
Seating is limited to 40 guests, creating a close-up, one‑of‑a‑kind experience. Performances will be streamed live on SGT Facebook, SI Live, and Community Media of Staten Island Cable.
It's Five O'Clock Somewhere Concert Series
Tina Kenny Jones
Genre: Indie/Singer Songwriter
Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Miho Sasaki
Genre: Jazz
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Miho Sasaki is a jazz pianist, organist, and composer based in New York, originally from Japan. She performs regularly with various ensembles throughout the NYC area and is known for her expressive playing and lyrical compositions. Her performances blend classic jazz standards with original music, creating an intimate and engaging musical experience for audiences.
The Riverside Opera Company presents Dorian Lake
Genre: R&B Soul/Jazz
Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Dorian Lake — vocalist, percussionist, composer, and arranger — has extensive experience across diverse musical styles and genres. His compositions span jazz and rock songs as well as works for concert band, choir, and solo voice and piano. He has performed in opera (including Figaro in Mozart’s Le Nozze di Figaro and Uberto in Pergolesi’s La Serva Padrona), musicals (two productions of Hair as Hud), and concert works such as solos in the Brahms and Duruflé Requiems.
The Mode Collective, led by Dorian Lake, is a group of musicians specializing in jazz, R&B/soul, and other modern popular music genres.
Skin Dance Company
Genre: Dance
Friday, May 8, 2025 at 5:30 PM
In the piece “CROW” by the Skin Dance Company, Tina Thompson-Pope’s portrayal of a Black woman symbolizes the resilience and struggles of Black communities throughout history. The performance, which commemorates Juneteenth, delves into the legacy of Jim Crow laws, highlighting the state and local statutes that enforced racial segregation in the United States. Through movement and music, the dancers bring history to life, reminding us of the resilience and struggles faced by Black women and diverse communities, ultimately representing the legacy and cultural heritage of the Black experience in America.
The Joe Endozo Experience
Genre: Roots Rock /Psychedelic Rock
Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 5:30 PM
The Joe Endozo Experience is a Grateful Dead–inspired trio featuring Joe Endozo (vocals/guitar – Animal, Animal/The Corrao Q/Ari Lennox), Josh Weidmann (bass), and Evan Frierson (drums – Super Yamba Band/David Byrne). The set honors the late, great Bob Weir and includes the live premiere of Endozo’s original song “Pale Blue Dot.”
Comfort Cat
Genre: Folkpunk
Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Comfort Cat is a singer-songwriter who performs her songs on the ukulele as well as the 6-string “guitalele.” Her work has been described as “music that simultaneously abrades and soothes the soul.”
Faith C. x Bri Nicole x Julia Aponte
Genre: R&B/Pop
Thursday, August 13, 2025 at 5:30 PM
A dynamic performance by Staten Island singer-songwriters Faith C. and Bri Nicole, joined by musician Julia Aponte, blending soulful and haunting vocals across R&B, pop, and more. Featuring original songs and familiar favorites, this special set promises a memorable musical experience.
Maxx and the Velvet Smoke
Genre: Jazz & American Songbook
Thursday, September 10, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Maxx and the Velvet Smoke (Tracy Bidleman, vocals; Miho Sasaki, piano; Motonori Kobayashi, Bass; Jerrold Kavanagh, Drums) offer a wide selection of Jazz and American Songbook offerings for concerts, night clubs, corporate events and special events where an intimate jazz vibe is required.
HEGAZY
Genre: Pop-soul
Thursday, October 15, 2025 at 5:30 PM
HEGAZY is a New York–based duo of Egyptian-Italian twin sisters Leila and Omnia Hegazy, blending R&B, pop, and soul into an eclectic sound inspired by artists like Emily King and Alabama Shakes. Featured by Rolling Stone and PopMatters, they have performed at renowned venues including Lincoln Center and the United Nations.
Julie Maniscalco Jazz Ensemble
Genre: Jazz
Thursday, November 19, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Staten Island native Julie Maniscalco is a composer, educator, and bandleader whose award-winning work has earned honors including the 2025–26 Newhouse Center of the Arts PASS Residency, a NYSCA Art Commission Grant, and the Jazz WaHi Composition Contest. Her music has been performed at Carnegie Hall and Jazz at Lincoln Center, with festival appearances including the Washington Heights Jazz Festival and the Staten Island Jazz Festival with her Julie Maniscalco Dectet.