Transformance 35: Immigrant Song

Tuesday, August 19, 2025
4:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Pines Theater, Look Park
300 North Main Street, Florence, MA 01062

The Northampton Arts Council proudly presents the 35th annual summer celebration of music, culture, and community—Transformance 35: Immigrant Song—returning to the iconic Pines Theater at Look Park on Tuesday, August 19th.

Formerly known as Transperformance, this beloved event invites local musicians to transform into legendary artists from around the world in a dynamic tribute to musical icons who transcend borders. This year’s theme, Immigrant Song, honors the movement of people across the globe—past, present, and future—with performances inspired by global superstars and non-American bands such as Björk, Bob Marley & The Wailers, Kraftwerk, Sinéad O’Connor, Fela Kuti, Daft Punk, and many more.

Transformance is more than a concert—it’s a fundraiser that supports arts enrichment in Northampton Public Schools and local Parent Teacher Organizations (P.T.O.s). Join us for an unforgettable night of music and meaning, and support the future of the arts in our community.

CALLING ALL LOCAL MUSICIANS!
We want YOU to be part of this celebration. Choose a global artist or band you'd love to channel, and send your performance ideas to arts@northamptonma.gov. Multiple submissions are encouraged and appreciated. The official lineup will be announced in July, so get your ideas in early and help us spread the word across the local music scene.

Let’s celebrate 35 years of music, movement, and transformation—see you at the Pines!