GroundBeat 2024: Produced by GRATEFUL QUEEN at the Hatch Shell
Event description
The Esplanade Association presents the second concert of our GroundBeat: the Esplanade's free riverfront music series
-- produced by GRATEFUL QUEEN at the Hatch Shell. All events in the series will feature food vendors, games,
and new seating!
GroundBeat Produced by GRATEFUL QUEEN
We are partnering with GRATEFUL QUEEN for this year’s second GroundBeat Concert happening Wednesday, May 29th! GRATEFUL QUEEN will bring their expertise and talent to both produce and curate a variety of diverse, inclusive, and entertaining performances at the iconic DCR Hatch Memorial Shell.
DESCRIPTION OF SHOW
Get ready to experience a dynamic fusion of Lawrence, MA's finest musical talent! Kicking off the night, we have
AndreX, a hip-hop artist hailing straight from Lawrence. Following their explosive performance, prepare to be
mesmerized by the soulful melodies and rhythmic grooves of GRATEFUL QUEEN backed by a powerhouse
6-piece band. Their blend of neo-soul and hip-hop will transport you to a realm of musical euphoria,
showcasing the rich culture of Lawrence. Don't miss this incredible showcase of Lawrence's diverse musical
landscape, where hip-hop meets soul in a celebration of talent, passion, and creativity. Get ready
to groove, vibe, and experience music like never before!
Produced By
GRATEFUL QUEEN
Performances By
Grateful Queen and the Crown Collective
Seti Tzu
Taina
Navi
Andre X
Shortfyuz
All of your donations support the Esplanade Association and provide us the opportunity to increase live arts and culture events at the Hatch Memorial Shell. Additional GroundBeat concerts will take place on Wednesday, May 29th and Wednesday, June 6th!
Sponsored by Audax Charitable Foundation, The Boston Foundation & Mass Cultural Council
Location Information & Directions
NOTE: There is NO PARKING on the Esplanade. Please plan to arrive via one of the options below:
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WALKING
If entering by foot, you can take one of many footbridges to enter the park. They are all noted on this map. The Hatch Memorial Shell is closest to the Arthur Fiedler Footbridge which is located between Beacon Street and Beaver Place, adjacent to David G Mugar Way. Once in the Esplanade, begin walking right to shortly find the Hatch Shell! |
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MBTA
The Hatch Shell is a ten-minute walk from the Arlington MBTA Station (Green Line) and a ten minute walk from the Charles / MGH MBTA Station (Red Line). Find all of the nearby stations on this map. |
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BLUE BIKES
Pick up a Bluebike at any station around Boston, Brookline, Cambridge and Somerville and return to a station located conveniently near the Hatch Shell. Find locations on the System Map or mobile app. The closest Blue Bikes station is located where Beacon Street meets David Mugar Way, in front of Beacon Street access to the Arthur Fiedler Footbridge. |
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PARKING (outside of park)
Recommended parking locations include Newbury Street lots or the Boston Common Garage. |
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RIDE SHARE
Please direct rideshare vehicles to drop you off on Beacon Street near Arlington Street. Cheers is a good reference spot. Once you’ve been dropped off, enter the park on foot via the Arthur Fiedler Footbridge, located between Beacon Street and Beaver Place, adjacent to David G Mugar Way. |
ABOUT GROUNDBEAT
GroundBeat: The Esplanade’s FREE Riverfront Music Series launched as a new music program on the
Esplanade in 2018 by the Esplanade Association. GroundBeat aims
to increase opportunities to perform on the Esplanade for local producers and
artists across greater Boston who are committed to increasing
inclusivity and diversity in Boston’s arts scene.
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