The Listening Booth

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. Fo

unded 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.

🎵 Y'all really came through! Christine Havrilla Live and Solo with Emily Drinker is officially **S0LD 0UT!** Thanks for ...
01/13/2025

🎵 Y'all really came through! Christine Havrilla Live and Solo with Emily Drinker is officially **S0LD 0UT!** Thanks for showing the love - this is going to be an incredible night of music. If you missed out on tickets, keep your eyes peeled for our next shows... we've got some amazing artists coming up! 🎸
Christine Havrilla Emily Drinker
📆 Saturday, Jan 18th 7PM
📍 The Listening Booth

01/12/2025

We're hosting the Delaware Friends of Folk acoustic Pick-In right now! Come join and play with us!

Send a message to learn more

🎵 Join our weekly Sunday Social Jam at The Listening Booth - where music lovers become jam buddies and strangers become ...
01/12/2025

🎵 Join our weekly Sunday Social Jam at The Listening Booth - where music lovers become jam buddies and strangers become friends. Whether you’re a shower singer or a seasoned pro, grab an instrument (we’ve got some if you need one!) and jump into the most authentic jam session in town. Every Sunday, 8PM-midnight. The drinks are cold, the music is hot, and everyone’s invited to be part of the band! 🎸🍻
🎤 This weeks Host: Storm Whitney
🍾 This weeks Bartender: jackson vari
📆 EVERY Sunday at 8PM
📍The Listening Booth
🎟️ Free event! Two drink minimum and donations help keep us being able to host these events for ya! 🫂

More great shots from Chris Gamber from the show last night Thanks Chris!
01/12/2025

More great shots from Chris Gamber from the show last night Thanks Chris!

01/11/2025

🗣️ For fans of KT Tunstall, Lucinda Williams, Brandi Carlile..
Award-winning Philadelphia native Christine Havrilla brings her “Well-built, Catchy, Smart tunes” (Upstage Magazine) to The Listening Booth NEXT SATURDAY!
Christine utilizes the soft gritty texture of her vocals to express warmth and honesty that listeners quickly embrace, all layered over her aggressive, raw, trash-style guitar playing and looping. 🎸🎶 Tickets are going fast, so get yours today‼️
📆 Saturday, Jan 18th 7PM
📍 The Listening Booth
🎼 Christine Havrilla Live and Solo with Emily Drinker
🎟️ Limited tickets available at www.listeningbooth.com !
- Song Credit: Let in Love // Christine Havrilla

01/08/2025
🌨️❄️ The snowstorm couldn't keep us down! We're excited to announce that The Listening Booth is open for business! 🎶✨Joi...
01/08/2025

🌨️❄️ The snowstorm couldn't keep us down! We're excited to announce that The Listening Booth is open for business! 🎶✨

Join us for a week full of great events:

🎤 Open Mic tonight at 6:30 PM
🎵 Song Circle tomorrow at 6:00 PM
🎸 The Dirty Grass Players with the Fitzkee Brothers this Saturday at 7:00 PM (S0LD 0UT!)
👩🏼‍🤝‍👨🏽 Sunday Social on Sunday at 8:00 PM

And don’t worry, all will go on as scheduled! Come warm up with us and enjoy some amazing music! 🎉

SATURDAYS SHOW - Jan 11th //The Dirty Grass Players with The Fitzkee Brothers is officially  **S 0 L D  0 U T** ‼️The Di...
01/08/2025

SATURDAYS SHOW - Jan 11th //The Dirty Grass Players with The Fitzkee Brothers is officially **S 0 L D 0 U T** ‼️
The Dirty Grass Players Fitzkee Brothers Music🎸💙🎶

01/08/2025

If you like your music dirty, funky, and with a side of good ol' fashioned rock and roll, then you NEED to see Fitzkee Brothers Music open up The Booth stage for The Dirty Grass Players this Saturday! ⭐️ Catch these insanely talented local brothers, live at the Listening Booth!
📆 Saturday Jan 11th, 7PM
📍The Listening Booth
🎼 The Dirty Grass Players with The Fitzkee Brothers
🎟️ Tickets are Sold Out!
- Song Credit: Came A Little Closer // The Fitzkee Brothers

Thoughts on Peter Yarrow's passing from Marissa:I really can't begin to explain how important Peter Yarrow and Peter Pau...
01/07/2025

Thoughts on Peter Yarrow's passing from Marissa:

I really can't begin to explain how important Peter Yarrow and Peter Paul and Mary were in my life. As a child music was so integral. My parents are such music lovers and introduced me to folk music very early on.

I remember attending Peter Paul and Mary concerts at Wolf trap, where they sang both kids music (Peter, Paul and Mommy) and contemporary folk. I remember singing "If I had a Hammer" at the top of my lungs, not fully understanding the political ramifications of these songs, but understanding that they were important.

Peter Yarrow was a giant in the folk music scene. Often he gets passed over for other more prominent figures like Pete Seeger or Bob Dylan, but Peter wrote some of our most beloved folk songs such as "Puff The Magic Dragon", "Day Is Done" and the Chanukah anthem "Light One Candle".
Peter was also true social activist, using his music as a change agent.

I would not be the songwriter I am today without Peter's music. He will be missed and I hope that we at the Listening Booth can continue his legacy of using music to bring people together in community. May his memory and his music be a blessing.

01/06/2025

Open Mic Night at the Listening Booth is your chance to shine! ✨
But don’t forget your headshot! On Jan 15th, Bryan Kremkau will be there to capture your best angle. Great for your social media, website, or portfolio! Let’s make some magic happen! 📸
$20 Donation recommended ‼️
📆 Wednesday, Jan 15th
📍 The Listening Booth
🎟️ Free Event! Two drink minimum and donations help make these events possible, Thank you 🫂🧡

Shine Bright, Young Stars! ✨ Next Gen Open Mic Night ‼️ For the first time, The Listening Booth presents you with a Yout...
01/05/2025

Shine Bright, Young Stars! ✨ Next Gen Open Mic Night ‼️
For the first time, The Listening Booth presents you with a Youth Open Mic Night! The first 30 minutes of the night will be reserved for the Next Gen and we invite all young aspiring musicians and singers to come showcase their talent and show us what you’ve got!
🎶Our friendly and supportive atmosphere encourages young performers to shine, build confidence, and have fun! Join us for an evening of laughter, applause, and unforgettable memories. All ages are welcome to come watch and cheer on these amazing young acts!
📆 WED, Jan 15th
⏰ 5:30PM: Doors 6:00PM: Signups 6:30PM: Music Begins
📍The Listening Booth
🎟️ Free Event! Two drink minimum and donations help make these events possible, Thank you 🫂🧡

Unwind with us TONIGHT at Sunday Social Jam! 🎶 Live music, good drinks, and great company await. (SOME instruments provi...
01/05/2025

Unwind with us TONIGHT at Sunday Social Jam! 🎶 Live music, good drinks, and great company await. (SOME instruments provided!) Doors open at 8!
❄️ No snow til jam’s over!! 🤞🤞
** An event brought to you by We’re Listening 👂🧡**
🎟️ Because this is a free event, a two drink minimum is encouraged to help keep it running!
🎤 This weeks host: Pauli Walnutz
🍾 This weeks bartender: Toni Tipton

01/04/2025

For fans of Leftover Salmon, Billy Strings, and The Infamous Stringdusters, this is a show you won't want to miss‼️🎸The Dirty Grass Players are coming to The Booth Stage next weekend! Get Ready to Groove! 🎶⚡️
📆 Saturday, Jan 11th, 7PM
📍The Listening Booth
🎼 The Dirty Grass Players with The Fitzkee Brothers
🎟️ https://www.listeningbooth.com/events/the-dirty-grass-players-with-the-fitzkee-brothers
- Song Credit: Shiny Side Up // The Dirty Grass Players

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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+13023131718

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