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Posted: September 27, 2024
Seaport to host Play It By Fear concert event
Boston, MA Boston Seaport’s Play It By Fear will make its return with a night of spooktacular fun. Taking place on Friday, October 18, at The Rocks at Harbor Way, the second annual concert event will once again feature a live musical performance by string quartet band Glass Artists, and will be hosted by JAM'N 94.5’s Ashlee Feldman. Glass artists will be playing spooky scores and haunted harmonies like Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” and Billie Eilish’s “Bad Guy” to hits from famed TV shows like “The Addams Family” and “Stranger Things”. Play It By Fear is free and open to the public.
“Play It By Fear was such a fun and festive community happening last year - we are looking forward to bringing even more spooky thrills and chills this time around. Get ready for a night of hauntingly good music and great entertainment,” said Claire Kilcullen, associate director, culture & experience, Seaport at WS Development.
During the event, guests can enjoy brews from Provincetown Brewing as well as complimentary popcorn and treats from Puffy Clouds.
Additionally, thrill seekers can walk through an exhibit of surrealist figures by well-known artist Bill Crisafi. Spectacular gowns styled for the season by fashion designer Hogan McLaughlin will be on display for all to enjoy. Ahead of Play It By Fear, Bill and Hogan will also be guest artists at the October 8 Sketch Sesh in The Superette Courtyard. Seaport has collaborated with Bill Crisafi on two limited edition Play It By Fear themed t-shirts that will be available in the coming month. Proceeds will go towards Bagly, Inc., The Boston Alliance of Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Youth.
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