Venue with Legacy

Nestled in Westchester County, the Capitol Theatre is no ordinary concert hall. Built in 1926 by renowned architect Thomas W. Lamb, this historic movie palace turned music venue has hosted legends—from Pink Floyd and the Grateful Dead to Janis Joplin, who famously debuted her “Mercedes Benz” here Wikipedia.

A Resonant Return

In early 2023, Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros featuring The Wolfpack returned to the beloved venue for a four-night winter run—February 7, 8, 10, and 11—bringing an electrifying blend of his Grateful Dead roots and fresh, orchestral-jam arrangements The Grateful WebAtwood Magazine. These shows were also available as livestreams, extending the magic to fans around the globe bobweir.net.

The Holiday Run: Five Nights of Musical Brilliance

Fast forward to December 2023—Weir returned for a festive five-night holiday residency (December 12, 13, 15, 16 & 17)—one of the venue’s largest residencies of the year NYS MusicShore Fire MediaPollstar News.

• Night One featured special guests: legendary jazz bassist Ron Carter and saxophonist Kenny Brooks joined in for stirring renditions, including a jazzy “Only a River” and a gripping encore of Black Muddy River L4LM.
• Night Three brought a warm, festive touch. Weir opened solo with “Peggy-O,” delivering a reflective and intimate performance. The Wolfpack—featuring strings, brass, and pedal steel—augmented mid-show, turning the evening into a musical gift box for the fans NYS Music.
• Final Night (Dec 17) delivered no-repeat sets peppered with deep cuts and beloved standards. A special appearance by Omar Hakim on drums added to the celebratory mood as the residency capped off with songs like Morning Dew and Brokedown Palace L4LMInternet Archive.

Why It Mattered

This residency wasn’t just another series of shows—it felt like a gathering of old friends and new possibilities. Reviewers noted that ending the 2023 run with “One More Saturday Night” left the audience feeling like they’d experienced something truly special Atwood Magazine. The synergy between Bobby, the stellar Wolf Bros lineup—Don Was (bass), Jay Lane (drums), Jeff Chimenti (keys), Barry Sless (pedal steel)—and the orchestral Wolfpack created a musical tapestry rich with soul, improvisation, and emotional depth Atwood MagazineThe Grateful Webthecapitoltheatre.com.

A Timeless Legacy Continues

After more than 30 performances at the venue—including 13 with the Grateful Dead back in the early ’70s—Bobby Weir’s return to The Capitol Theatre carries a full-circle weight. It’s not just a show—it’s history, joy, and a little bit of that Grateful Dead spirit alive and kicking in Westchester thecapitoltheatre.comWikipedia.

In Summary

• Where: The historic Capitol Theatre, Port Chester, NY (capacity ~1,800) Wikipedia.
• When:
  • Winter 2023: Feb 7, 8, 10, & 11 (streamed)
  • Holiday 2023: Dec 12, 13, 15, 16, & 17 (five-night residency)
• Highlights:
  • Orchestral jam fusion with The Wolfpack
  • Guest appearances by Ron Carter, Kenny Brooks, Omar Hakim
  • Setlists spanning Grateful Dead, RatDog, solo work, and surprise covers
  • Crafted as one-of-a-kind nights—no repeats across the residency

Bobby Weir’s nights at The Capitol weren’t just concerts—they were celebrations of legacy, reinvention, and storytelling through song. Let me know if you’d like setlist breakdowns, audience reactions, or behind-the-scenes highlights next!