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The Listening Booth Offering entertainment, community building, supporting original art! At The Listening Booth, the focus is on original music that resonates.

The Listening Booth📍Lewes,DE

🎼Live music venue 🎼Bar/food 🎼Event rental
🎼Lessons for kids and adults 🎼Open mic nights

Heaven for music enthusiasts, musicians and culture lovers! The Listening Booth isn't just a venue; it's a sanctuary for those who believe music is more than background noise. Nestled in Lewes, Delaware, this space is where melodies meet meaning, and every note tells a story. Founded by Marissa Levy Lerer—a singer-songwriter who traded Brooklyn's bustle for Lewes' laid-back charm—the Booth emerged from a desire to fill the void in the local original music scene. Marissa's journey from sharing stages with Matt Nathanson and Lisa Loeb to creating a haven for artists and audiences alike is a testament to her commitment to authentic musical expression. It's a place where artists can share their narratives, and listeners can find a piece of themselves in the songs. With a capacity of about 100 seats, the venue offers an intimate setting that fosters genuine connections between performers and the audience. The Booth's calendar is a curated mix of acoustic open mic nights, songwriting workshops, and performances by both emerging talents and seasoned musicians. It's a space where the community comes together to celebrate the art of storytelling through music. For those looking to be part of this musical journey, The Listening Booth offers opportunities to support its mission. Whether through sponsorships, donations, or simply attending a show, every contribution helps keep the music playing and the community thriving. In a world where music often feels commodified, The Listening Booth stands as a reminder of its true essence—a shared experience that connects us all.

🎶 Big vocals, honest storytelling, and a sound all her own! 💛Award-winning singer-songwriter Jenn Grinels is bringing he...
10/14/2026

🎶 Big vocals, honest storytelling, and a sound all her own! 💛
Award-winning singer-songwriter Jenn Grinels is bringing her soulful, genre-blending sound to The Listening Booth!
From indie folk to roots-Americana, her music moves effortlessly between intimate, heart-on-your-sleeve moments and powerful, full-throttle vocals. Her latest project, Western Heart, explores love, longing, and everything in between. ✨
Join us for a special Sunday evening with Jenn on November 22nd at 6 PM!
🎟️ Tickets are available at https://www.listeningbooth.com/events/jenn-grinels

🎸 A little folk, a little blues, a little “genre whiplash!” 😉 Meet Alex Radus!This Pennsylvania-based singer-songwriter ...
10/14/2026

🎸 A little folk, a little blues, a little “genre whiplash!” 😉
Meet Alex Radus!
This Pennsylvania-based singer-songwriter blends Americana, folk, swing, and blues with clever storytelling, impressive guitar work, and a sound all his own.
His song “Where Liberty Lives” even landed at #10 on the Folk Alliance International Folk Radio charts! 🎶
Catch Alex alongside Louie Lou Louis and Tina Ross for our Falcon Ridge Reunion at The Listening Booth on Sunday, October 25th at 6 PM. 💛
🎟️ Tickets are available at https://www.listeningbooth.com/events/falcon-ridge-reunion

🎸 One musician. A whole lot of instruments. Endless talent! 🔥Eliot Lewis has shared the stage with some of music’s bigge...
10/14/2026

🎸 One musician. A whole lot of instruments. Endless talent! 🔥
Eliot Lewis has shared the stage with some of music’s biggest names, from Hall & Oates to Billy Gibbons and Cheap Trick.
You may also recognize him from Live From Daryl’s House!
But when Eliot takes the stage solo, he brings a show of his own, using live looping and multi-instrumental magic to build songs right before your eyes. 🤘🎶
Come see the magic for yourself at The Listening Booth on Saturday, November 21st at 7 PM!
🎟️ Tickets are available at https://www.listeningbooth.com/events/eliotlewislisteningbooth 💛

🎸 Get ready for a night of soulful vocals, fiery guitar, and blues that hits you right in the feels! 🔥Albert Cummings br...
10/14/2026

🎸 Get ready for a night of soulful vocals, fiery guitar, and blues that hits you right in the feels! 🔥
Albert Cummings brings his powerhouse blend of blues and rock to The Booth, backed by years of electrifying performances and a sound rooted in legends like Stevie Ray Vaughan, B.B. King, and Jimi Hendrix. His latest album, Strong, even debuted at #1 on the Billboard Blues Chart! 🤘
Join us for an unforgettable night on Friday, November 20th at 7 PM!
🎟️ Tickets are available at https://www.listeningbooth.com/events/albert-cummings 💙

🎶 Meet Tina Ross! 💛Blending contemporary folk and Americana with poetic storytelling and heartfelt vocals, Tina creates ...
10/14/2026

🎶 Meet Tina Ross! 💛
Blending contemporary folk and Americana with poetic storytelling and heartfelt vocals, Tina creates music that feels like a conversation with an old friend. From award-winning songwriting to intimate performances, she brings plenty of heart to every song!
Catch Tina alongside Louie Lou Louis and Alex Radus for our Falcon Ridge Reunion at The Listening Booth on Sunday, October 25th at 6 PM! 🎸
🎟️ Tickets at https://www.listeningbooth.com/events/falcon-ridge-reunion

🎶 Great songs, a guitar, and a whole lot of heart. That’s Chris Trapper! 💛With a sound that blends acoustic pop, folk-ro...
10/14/2026

🎶 Great songs, a guitar, and a whole lot of heart. That’s Chris Trapper! 💛
With a sound that blends acoustic pop, folk-rock, and thoughtful storytelling, this Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter has spent years winning over audiences around the world. His music has even found its way into beloved films like The Devil Wears Prada and August Rush! 🎬
Come spend your Sunday evening with Chris Trapper at The Listening Booth on Sunday, November 15th at 6 PM. We can’t wait to sing along with you! 🎸✨
🎟️ Tickets are available at https://www.listeningbooth.com/events/chris-trapper-2026

🎸 SHOW UPDATE! We’re adding even more rock to the lineup! 🤘We’re excited to announce that Cliff Hillis will be joining J...
10/14/2026

🎸 SHOW UPDATE! We’re adding even more rock to the lineup! 🤘
We’re excited to announce that Cliff Hillis will be joining JR Richards at The Listening Booth on Monday, November 9th! 🎶
From JR’s iconic Dishwalla days and the hit “Counting Blue Cars” to Cliff’s catchy pop-rock songwriting, this is shaping up to be a great night for fans of indie rock, alternative rock, and those nostalgic 90s sounds. 🔥
📅 Monday, November 9th at 7 PM
🎟️ Tickets are available at https://www.listeningbooth.com/events/jr-richards
Grab your tickets and come rock with us at The Booth! 🙌

🌙 GOOD NEWS, NIGHT OWLS! We added a late show! 🎶The 7 PM show is at capacity, but you have another chance to catch Sam R...
10/14/2026

🌙 GOOD NEWS, NIGHT OWLS! We added a late show! 🎶
The 7 PM show is at capacity, but you have another chance to catch Sam Robbins & Halley Neal live at The Listening Booth! ❤️
Join us Friday, October 30th at 9:30 PM for a special late-night celebration of their new duet album, Duets.
Expect beautiful harmonies, favorite songs, sweet stories, and all the musical magic these two create together. ✨
📅 Friday, October 30th at 9:30 PM
🎟️ Tickets + more info at https://www.listeningbooth.com/events/sam-robbins-and-halley-neal-duets-late-night
Make a night of it and come sing along with us at The Booth! 🥂🎸

Address

18388 Coastal Highway Suite 11
Lewes, DE
19958

Opening Hours

Wednesday 5:30pm - 10:30pm
Friday 5:30pm - 10:30pm
Saturday 5:30pm - 10:30pm
Sunday 8pm - 12am

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+13022003883

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