One of our most popular bands is back!

Local favorite X of the Potomac is an Americana and alt-country music group from Shepherdstown, WV. Led by Than & Mary Anne Hitt, the group writes and plays original Americana roots rock and covers (e.g., Lucinda Williams, Gillian Welch, Wilco, Johnny Cash, and Elvis Presley). 

The story behind their name: During the Civil War, the Union Army, called the 'Army of the Potomac," occupied our area some of the time. Says the band: "We are all Gen X'ers, and we occupy this area now, so we are 'X of the Potomac.'"

Opening Act: Mister Mae

Mister Mae is an Appalachian-influenced folk artist based in West Virginia, known for her debut album Sounds Like Home. Her music blends storytelling with traditional instruments like the banjo, mandolin, and lap dulcimer, exploring themes of innocence, home, and nature.

Artist websites:

https://xotpmusic.com/

https://www.mistermaemusic.com/music

Tickets: $12 advance/$15 door. Sales tax and ticket processing fee additional. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime.

Seating in the historic Shepherdstown Opera House is limited, advance purchase encouraged. Online sales end 1 hour before showtime. Beer, wine, soft drinks and snacks for sale during the performance (ID required for beer & wine purchase, no outside food or drinks please). Lobby, theater & restroom are wheelchair accessible.