Palace Theater to hold block party June 10

WATERBURY – Waterbury's Palace Theater is holding the Palace Block Party, celebrating 100 years in the community and the return of live events, June 10 on the 100 bock of East Main St., starting at 5:30 p.m.

The event will feature a variety of food, including festive summer favorites, as well as a beer garden and bourbon tastings.

With live bands performing throughout the evening starting at 9 p.m., with a laser light show and dance party. A cornhole tournament, dancing and treats will be provided. Inside the theater, guests can play games.

The bands and singers include:

The Zoo, long a nightclub favorite, has become increasingly popular on the corporate and private event circuit. The New York Islanders have been fans of the band for years and The Zoo has not only performed for the New York Islander organization but was even chosen to perform at the National Hockey League's “Winter Classic” at Fenway Park in Boston.

Nicole Zuraitis, a Grammy-nominated musician, powerhouse vocalist, New York-based bandleader and winner of the 2021 American Traditions Vocal Competition Gold Medal. She continues to establish herself as an undeniable force in the modern jazz landscape of both NYC and beyond. Nicole's bold, versatile voice possesses a special combination of soothing warmth, familiar authenticity, and raw grit that is reinventing the world's conception of what it means to be a jazz artist.

Latanya Farrell has emerged as a band leader full of energy who is uniquely gifted at engaging audiences with her bright smile and impeccable style. Blending Latanya's original music with popular cover tunes, she performs to packed houses throughout New England. Her presence is infectious, and the energy keeps flowing throughout the entire performance with music that ranges from soulful classics to urban contemporary to her inspiring originals.

Eran Troy Danner is a singer, songwriter and guitar slinger of one of Connecticut's busiest bands. As a working musician Eran performs at many different venues — everything from fine restaurants to wineries, breweries, pubs and more. ETD has been a local Connecticut favorite since he did his first gig as a trio in 1998.

Tickets are $75 and include live music, laser light show, dance party, unlimited food plus one drink ticket. Cash bars will be open for additional adult beverages. Tickets for $45 includes admission starting at 8:30 p.m. for the laser light dance party only. Cash bars will be open for adult beverages.

Tickets at www.palacetheaterct.org or by calling the box office at 203-3462000

Emily M. Olson / Hearst Connecticut Media Waterbury’s Palace Theater is holding the Palace Block Party, celebrating 100 years in the community and the return of live events, June 10 on the 100 bock of East Main St., starting at 5:30 p.m.