WALDOBORO — The Waldo brings singer-songwriter Mat Kearney to the stage Wednesday, Nov. 15, at 7 p.m., with special guest Jon McLaughlin.

Nashville-based, Oregon-born Mat Kearney is back with his new studio album January Flower. Written between an isolated retreat in Joshua Tree and his home studio, January Flower sees Kearney in his rawest form, distilling the songwriting process and rediscovering the joy of making music.

Over his career, Kearney has released five studio LPs, claimed the #1 spot on iTunes, topped multiple Billboard charts, made four entries into the Hot 100, amassed over 2.5 billion global streams. Kearney, a Multi-Platinum songwriter and producer, has performed live on TODAY Show, Ellen, The Tonight Show, Letterman and Jimmy Kimmel Live! and has garnered raves from USA Today, Entertainment Weekly, People, Billboard, PARADE and Marie Claire.

He’s played shows with Billy Joel, Kelly Clarkson and Adele, John Mayer, NEEDTOBREATHE, collaborated with longtime friend Sara Bareilles, co-written with Demi Lovato and even performed at the Academy Awards in 2008.

Everything in Jon McLaughlin’s life makes its way into his music, whether he’s conscious of it or not. The artist, raised in Indiana and based in Nashville, brings all of his experiences and beliefs into each song he creates. McLaughlin has released six full-length albums since his 2007 debut, Indiana, on Island Def Jam, revealing a true evolution in both his piano playing and singing. As with everything he does, McLaughlin’s goal is to create connections. He wants to translate his experiences and ideas into music that reaches fans everywhere. His passion for music and playing is evident in each note he plays.

General admission tickets are available for $40 in advance, $45 the day of the event. If this show is not sold out, tickets are available at the box office starting at 7 p.m.

Doors open at 7 p.m., and concessions will be available for purchase. VIP Pre-show event tickets are an additional $50, and include Early Entry at 6 p.m.

Acoustic 2-3 song performance prior to show, Q&A session, Group picture, Exclusive Signed Screen Printed Poster. (*Purchase of a General Admission ticket is NOT included with VIP event. You must purchase a GA ticket in addition to the VIP event.)

To purchase tickets and for more information about The Waldo, parking and other upcoming events, please visit: thewaldotheatre.org.

Having reopened in 2021 after decades of closure, this vibrant, beautifully restored 1936 theatre serves once more as a local cultural hub offering theater, music, film, and a wide array of performing arts to our Midcoast community. Through programs like youth arts education, after-school activities, master classes, workshops, and other events, The Waldo seeks to expand arts participation for residents of all ages and enhance the quality of life for all.