Entertainment

The day's not over when the sun goesdown.Throughout the year the performing arts are in full swing with productions by area theater groups and performances by internationally known entertainers. Dancing, Karaoke, concerts and comedy are all on the playbill for your pleasure - there's something for everyone!

Bananas Comedy Club
Description: Presenting top comedians from TV, films, Las Vegas & Atlantic City. Fri., 9:30pm, $12; Sat. 8 & 10:30pm, $15; prices vary. Dinner and overnight packages available.
Location: Mercury Grand Hotel, 2170 Rt. 9, Poughkeepsie.
Hours: Fri., 9:30pm; Sat. 8 & 10:30pm.
Contact: 845/462-3333
URL: BananasComedyClub.com
Codes: A, G, H

The Big Band Sound
Description: 19-member orchestra performing classic, swinging big band jazz.
Location: 3 Rose Ln., Wappingers Falls.
Contact: 845/226-6072
URL: TheBigBandSound.com
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The Chance Theater
Description: The Hudson Valley's premier live music club hosts nationally known acts. Admission varies. Also at their complex at 367 Main St.: The Loft. Small club for emerging & area acts. 473-5213. Also The Nuddy Irishmen. Irish restaurant/bar, TheNuddyIrishmen.com.
Location: 6 Crannell St., Poughkeepsie.
Contact: 845/471-1966
URL: TheChanceTheatre.com
Codes: A

The Dubliner Irish Pub
Description: Authentic Victorian-style Irish pub & restaurant. Karaoke, pub quiz night. Live Irish radio show.
Location: 796 Main St., Poughkeepsie
Hours: Sat. 1-4pm
Contact: 845/454-7322
URL: DublinerPubNY.com
Codes: H

Hudson Valley Community Dances
Description: Contra-, square-, Zydeco- and swing dances to live or recorded bands and callers. All ages & skill levels welcome, no partner necessary.
Location: 27 Adriance Ave., Poughkeepsie.
Hours: Times, locales vary
Contact: 845/473-7050 or 454-2571
URL: HudsonValleyDance.org
Codes: A, D, G

Hyde Park Brewing Company
Description: Micro-brewery & restaurant; hosts Upstart Blues Jam Wed.
Location: 4076 Albany Post Rd./Rt. 9, Hyde Park
Hours: Wed. & Weekends
Contact: 845/229-8277
URL: HydeParkBrewing.com
Codes: H

La Puerta Azul
Description: Extensive bar in upscale, colorful Mexican restaurant hosts acoustic, jazz, blues & more live music
Location: 2510 Rt. 44, Salt Point
Hours: Fri.-Sat.
Contact: 845/677-2985
URL: LaPuertaAzul.com
Codes: G, H, R

Mahoney's Irish Pub and Steakhouse
Description: Many promotions; trivia, pub games, Karaoke & ladies' nights.
Location: 35 Main St., Poughkeepsie
Hours: Live music Sun; open daily 11am-4am
Contact: 845/471-3027
URL: MahoneysIrishPub.com
Codes: G, H, R

Max's On Main
Description: Casual city bar with cocktails, dining and WiFi. Live bands
Location: 246 Main St., Beacon
Hours: Fri.-Sat.
Contact: 845/838-6297
URL: MaxsonMain.com
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Noah's Ark
Description: Antique bar with five large-screen TVs & satellite system, pool & darts. Live bands. Comfortable scene..
Location: 135 Mill St., Poughkeepsie.
Hours: 4pm-4am
Contact: 845/486-9295
Codes: G, H

The Keltic House
Description: Live entertainment, plasma TV’s, Wifi internet access. Authentic Irish menu, fine wines & beers, warm comfortable atmosphere.
Location:1004 Main St., Fishkill
Contact: 845/896-1110
URL: TheKelticHouse.com
Codes: R

Riverbank Banjo Band
Description: Popular group plays Dixieland and old favorites.
Location: Umberto's of Mamma Marisa, 2245 South Rd., Rt. 9. Poughkeepsie.
Hours: Mon., 7:00-9:00pm
Contact: 845/868-7077. Reservations suggested. 845/462-5117.
URL:  RiverbankBanjoBand.org
Codes: G, H, R

Towne Crier Cafe
Description: Club presents live folk, jazz, blues, Cajun, Zydeco, Celtic, world & bluegrass artists. 37th year. Full service restaurant.
Location: 130 Rt. 22, Pawling.
Hours: Wed.-Sun.
Contact: 845/855-1300
URL: TowneCrier.com
Codes: A, G, H, R