Duke Robillard

Since founding Roomful of Blues in 1967, Duke Robillard has been a central figure in Blues, Swing, and R&B/Jump Blues. A five-time Blues Music Award winner for Guitarist of the Year and Traditional Male Blues Artist of the Year (2010), Robillard has earned over 20 BMA nominations and international acclaim for his skill and influence. Robillard has released more than 20 albums as a bandleader and has toured continuously for over three decades. He has also performed and recorded with legends including Bob Dylan, Tom Waits, Ruth Brown, Pinetop Perkins, Jimmy Witherspoon, and The Fabulous Thunderbirds. Honored with the Blues Foundation’s Keeping the Blues Alive Award for Producer of the Year and the Rhode Island Pell Award for Excellence in the Arts, Robillard was inducted into the Rhode Island Music Hall of Fame in 2014. With his signature guitar tone and masterful arrangements, he continues to inspire musicians and audiences while preserving the legacy of classic American blues.

- Main contact: (603) 427-6696
- Box office: (603) 427-6696

- Located at venue entrance
- Identification required for ticket pickup
- Arrive at least 30 minutes before showtime
- Tickets held under purchasing name

- Street parking available
- Nearby municipal parking lots
- Limited on-site parking
- Recommended to arrive early for parking

- ADA compliant venue
- Wheelchair accessible spaces
- Companion seating available
- Call in advance for specific accommodations

- No outside food or beverages
- 21+ for most performances
- Dress code: Smart casual
- Photography typically not permitted during performances

- Age restrictions vary by performance
- Most shows 21+ only
- Some special family-friendly matinee events may allow minors
- Always check specific event details