Chris Pierce

Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts, Westport

About the Show

FREE TICKET SHOW :: FULL BAND SHOW :: JUNETEENTH
7:30PM SHOW / 6:30PM DOORS

Support free access to the arts! Get your 2026 Membership now! Members also enjoy access to a member reserve of free tickets (based on limited supplies) to free shows throughout the Season *plus* enjoy exclusive member discounts on paid-ticket shows throughout the season!*

SIGN UP FOR OUR ENEWS TO STAY TUNED! The Levitt Pavilion 2026 Season includes over 50 shows presented free-of-charge (free-ticket shows) – as well as our Stars on Tour paid-ticket series and Gala – to fill your spring, summer and fall with music, performing arts and more.

“One of America’s most talented, gifted, and affecting artists.” — American Songwriter

Chris Pierce is a singular American voice whose songs carry equal parts soul, truth,
and grace. Rooted in folk, blues, and Americana, his music speaks plainly and
powerfully to the human condition, earning him a reputation as one of the most moving
performers of his generation.

Pierce gained global attention when he was handpicked by Neil Young to be the
special guest opener on Young’s Coastal Tour. His co‐written song “We Can Always
Come Back to This” was featured in three episodes of NBC’s This Is Us, later reaching
#1 on the Billboard Blues Chart.

Over decades of touring, Pierce has performed as both a headliner and sought‐after
support act alongside Neil Young, B.B. King, Al Green, Steve Earle, Seal, Aaron Neville,
Jill Scott, Allison Russell, the Blind Boys of Alabama, and many others.

His live performances—often just voice and guitar—are known for their emotional
depth and rare intimacy.
Recent highlights include:

– Contribution of “Southern Man” to Heart of Gold, a Neil Young tribute album featuring
Eddie Vedder, Brandi Carlile, Fiona Apple, and Steve Earle

– A Playing for Change duet with Sara Bareilles

– Sold‐out concert alongside Allison Russell

– Appearances on NPR’s World Café, Mountain Stage, American Folk Show

– Performances at Newport Folk Festival, AmericanaFest, Folk Alliance, MerleFest,
Bottlerock, Calgary Folk Festival, Vancouver Folk Festival, and more

Pierce’s albums American Silence and Let All Who Will received widespread critical
praise from NPR, Rolling Stone, Forbes, American Songwriter, No Depression,
SiriusXM, The Bluegrass Situation, Americana UK, and others.

American Silence was
named #1 Best Folk Album of 2021 by PopMatters. Residential School” was
recognized by Folk Alley as one of the 100 Essential Folk Songs.
Chris Pierce currently completing recording, mixing and mastering a new full‐length
album slated for release in 2026, continuing his lifelong commitment to honest songs,
fearless storytelling, and music that meets the moment.

TERMS: Claiming a ticket or being a guest at the venue is an agreement to comply with all of the venue’s discretionary rules and safety protocols which are subject to change at any time. Please read all info below before claiming ticket(s). Note: Policies vary from show to show; please read guidelines specific to the show you are planning to attend.

Reminder: Please always check event details specific to the event you are planning to attend. Select policies and prices — including but not limited to seating, outside food/beverage policies, and ticketing — vary from event to event.

TERMS: Claiming a ticket or being a guest at the venue is an agreement to comply with all of the venue’s discretionary rules and safety protocols which are subject to change up to the time of event. Be advised that safety protocols are continuously reviewed and revised in order to meet or exceed local, State and CDC guidelines to ensure the safety of all attendees and the community at large. The most up-to-date protocols are circulated to ticket holders in advance of each show.

Event-specific rules and information:

* Event is rain or shine.

* In the event of showers: Ponchos are best! While umbrellas are currently allowed at free-ticket events, venue reserves the right to direct patron to close umbrella if it is obscuring another patron's view or compromising another patron's space, safety or enjoyment.

* BYO-Lawn Chair. Lawn opens to ticket-holders one hour before show-time.

* Outside food and drink are allowed at this free event – please note: No large coolers, no high tables

* No staking of any kind – including: No tents, no lawn signs, no sunbrellas.

* Do not discard leftover ice on lawn.

* No balloons. No glitter. No sparklers.

* Smoking is prohibited, including but not limited to cigarettes, cigars, pipes, e-cigarettes or any other vaping devices.

* Aisles must be kept clear at all times. Restricted areas are off limits including but not limited to backstage, garden beds, and mulch-covered areas/slopes.

* Pets are not allowed.

* Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times – no roaming. Please accompany children to the on-site restrooms, which feature changing stations.

* The use of scooters and skateboards is prohibited throughout the premises, including but not limited to the ADA access ramp, the entry plaza, and the terrace.

* The Levitt Pavilion is an outdoor amphitheater with a sloped lawn. Please wear appropriate footwear to safely enjoy the experience.

* Free Tickets may not be claimed and sold. Selling free tickets will result in loss of account access.

* All those claiming ticket(s) are responsible for sharing these rules and directions with guests in their party.

* Masks available upon request.

* Patrons are asked to self-screen for any of the CDC’s recognized COVID-19 symptoms and refrain from attending if necessary.

* Please read all rules and reminders contained in ticket confirmation and share with your guests.

* Following these rules provides a safe and enjoyable environment for all event participants and helps protect our lawn, ecosystem and wildlife.

WAIVER OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK: All attendees, by claiming a ticket and/or attending the event, agree to assume all of the risks, hazards and dangers that may arise from, or relate in any way to, the risk of contracting a communicable disease or illness (including exposure to COVID-19, a bacteria, virus, or other pathogen capable of causing a communicable disease or illness) whether occurring before, during, or after the event, however caused or contracted. Therefore, anyone who attends the event hereby waives any and all claims against the Friends of the Levitt Pavilion d/b/a Levitt Pavilion, the artist, and/or all related sponsors relating to all risks of personal injury, sickness, permanent disability and/or death.

Buy Tickets