Upcoming events.
Helen Gillet in concert
Helen Gillet is a singer-songwriter and surrealist-archeologist exploring synthesized sounds, texture, and rhythm using an acoustic cello.
Gillet is the recipient of the Doris Duke Performance Award, New Orleans Best Contemporary Jazz and Best Female Performer from Gambit Best of The Beat awards, and Offbeat Magazine's Best "Other Instrumentalist" and "Mixed Bag" music, and twice for Rising Star in Downbeat Magazine’s Critic Poll.
Gillet was born in Belgium and raised in Singapore for 9 years as a child. Over the past 23 years, living in New Orleans, she has played with musicians of all stripes, from avant-garde jazz and classical to pop and funk — Gillet has developed a singular polyglot style.
The core of her work is solo performance with live looping, layering cello parts and vocal lines. Rhythmic figures emerge with bowed or plucked ostinatos or a variety of rubbing and slapping on the body of the cello, then enhanced with melodies played or sung in her haunting alto.
Gillet’s solo performance is known for its enigmatic quality as she fabricates each song with innovative use of the cello and true mastery of live looping technology. She has performed in festivals across Europe, Australia, and the United States as a solo musician, collaborator and educator.
Gillet has recorded for countless musicians throughout her career and has self-published 14 albums of her own original music ranging from progressive jazz, electro folk rock and punk bands and solo singer-songwriting albums. Her latest album is called "ReBelle" a Tribute to Belgian folk singer Julos Beaucarne and features a quintet of New Orleans musicians.
You can find her online at helengillet.com or on bandcamp at helengillet.bandcamp.com and on Youtube and Instagram at Helen Gillet.
VIDEO https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=6fdPoxigD3g&pp=iggCQAE%3D
Westville POP- UP Cinema
Join us at Lotta Studio as we co-host the Westville Pop - Up Cinema.
To check the shows and to purchase tickets, please visit there WEBSITE
Doors open at 6:30
Show starts at 7 pm
Popcorn and drinks are complimentary with your $10 ticket price.
Westville POP- UP Cinema
Join us at Lotta Studio as we co-host the Westville Pop - Up Cinema.
To check the shows and to purchase tickets, please visit there WEBSITE
Doors open at 6:30
Show starts at 7 pm
Popcorn and drinks are complimentary with your $10 ticket price.
Westville POP- UP Cinema
Join us at Lotta Studio as we co-host the Westville Pop - Up Cinema.
To check the shows and to purchase tickets, please visit there WEBSITE
Doors open at 6:30
Show starts at 7 pm
Popcorn and drinks are complimentary with your $10 ticket price.
Westville POP- UP Cinema
Join us at Lotta Studio as we co-host the Westville Pop - Up Cinema.
To check the shows and to purchase tickets, please visit there WEBSITE
Doors open at 6:30
Show starts at 7 pm
Popcorn and drinks are complimentary with your $10 ticket price.
House Concerts
Featuring Audrey Mae - A (local to Ct) bluegrass band
Connecticut's own Bluegrass quartet, with one-fourth of the band from right here in Westville. What says date night more than some dreamy banjo, mando, and some fantastic harmonies?
TICKET LINK HERE- bit.ly/AudreyMae2026SEP25NewHaven
In partnership with the Westville Village Renaissance Alliance and Me & The Other Mom Shows, Lotta Studio After Dark invites you to book a sitter, gather a few friends, and spend an evening immersed in live music. This intimate house concert series brings exceptional traveling musicians into the heart of Westville for one-night-only performances in the warm, creative atmosphere of Lotta Studio.
Forget crowded venues and distant stages—this is music experienced up close, where every lyric, every note, and every story is shared in the same room. Whether you're passionate about discovering new artists, supporting independent musicians, or simply looking for a memorable night out, After Dark offers an authentic listening experience that celebrates the power of live performance and community.
This is a donation-based event, with 100% of proceeds going directly to the performers, helping sustain the artists who make these unforgettable evenings possible. Come be part of a growing tradition where music, creativity, and conversation come together under one roof.
Open Studio with Don Wunderlee and Susan McCaslin Artist Reception
Join Don Wunderlee and Susan McCaslin for a POP -UP shared showing of new works here at Lotta Studio.
Saturday open gallery from 10-5 pm,
hosting an opening reception from 3-5 pm
Sat & Sun Sept 26th and 27th
Open Studio with Don Wunderlee and Susan McCaslin
Join Don Wunderlee and Susan McCaslin for a POP -UP shared showing of works here at Lotta Studio.
Sat & Sun Sept 26th and 27th
Creative Consulting with Aropa
Pop Up Q&A with Aropa Consulting CEO Rosiland Zavras.
Timing TBD
More infor to to come, but please visit their WEBSITE to learn more about their offerings
House Concerts
Myles Bullen and Everybody's Worried About Owen
Drop into town from tour. These folk-punks are going to bring their glitter, bare souls, and ukes. While their song says 'I Am Not For Everyone,' they welcome everyone with an open mind and heart. Get ready to sing along and maybe scream at the top of your lungs too.
TICKET LINK HERE - bit.ly/MylesBullen2026OCT06NewHaven
In partnership with the Westville Village Renaissance Alliance and Me & The Other Mom Shows, Lotta Studio After Dark invites you to book a sitter, gather a few friends, and spend an evening immersed in live music. This intimate house concert series brings exceptional traveling musicians into the heart of Westville for one-night-only performances in the warm, creative atmosphere of Lotta Studio.
Forget crowded venues and distant stages—this is music experienced up close, where every lyric, every note, and every story is shared in the same room. Whether you're passionate about discovering new artists, supporting independent musicians, or simply looking for a memorable night out, After Dark offers an authentic listening experience that celebrates the power of live performance and community.
This is a donation-based event, with 100% of proceeds going directly to the performers, helping sustain the artists who make these unforgettable evenings possible. Come be part of a growing tradition where music, creativity, and conversation come together under one roof.
House Concerts
In partnership with the Westville Village Renaissance Alliance and Me & The Other Mom Shows, Lotta Studio After Dark invites you to book a sitter, gather a few friends, and spend an evening immersed in live music. This intimate house concert series brings exceptional traveling musicians into the heart of Westville for one-night-only performances in the warm, creative atmosphere of Lotta Studio.
Forget crowded venues and distant stages—this is music experienced up close, where every lyric, every note, and every story is shared in the same room. Whether you're passionate about discovering new artists, supporting independent musicians, or simply looking for a memorable night out, After Dark offers an authentic listening experience that celebrates the power of live performance and community.
This is a donation-based event, with 100% of proceeds going directly to the performers, helping sustain the artists who make these unforgettable evenings possible. Come be part of a growing tradition where music, creativity, and conversation come together under one roof.
Westville POP- UP Cinema (Stand by Me)
Join us at Lotta Studio as we co-host the Westville Pop - Up Cinema.
To check the shows and to purchase tickets, please visit there WEBSITE
Doors open at 6:30
Show starts at 7 pm
Popcorn and drinks are complimentary with your $10 ticket price.
Westville POP- UP Cinema (The Players)
Join us at Lotta Studio as we co-host the Westville Pop - Up Cinema.
To check the shows and to purchase tickets, please visit there WEBSITE
Doors open at 6:30
Show starts at 7 pm
Popcorn and drinks are complimentary with your $10 ticket price.
Westville POP- UP Cinema (Heathers)
Join us at Lotta Studio as we co-host the Westville Pop - Up Cinema.
To check the shows and to purchase tickets, please visit there WEBSITE
Doors open at 6:30
Show starts at 7 pm
Popcorn and drinks are complimentary with your $10 ticket price.
Westville POP- UP Cinema (Jaws)
Join us at Lotta Studio as we co-host the Westville Pop - Up Cinema.
To check the shows and to purchase tickets, please visit there WEBSITE
Doors open at 6:30
Show starts at 7 pm
Popcorn and drinks are complimentary with your $10 ticket price.
Dont Tell Comedy show (Aug)
Don't Tell Comedy is a live stand-up comedy company that creates pop-up comedy shows in unique, non-traditional locations in over 250 cities worldwide, and films select shows to release stand-up comedy video content online.
cARTie OPEN STUDIOS
We're opening our doors from 9AM-7PM for you to come by and let your creativity run wild. Our pegboards will be stocked with a curated selection of art materials, recycled finds, and artist tools. Our walls will be filled with art by cARTie student-artists for inspiration. Our tables will be set up for all sorts of organized and messy making. And our educators will be ready to greet you!
cARTie pARTy
They say Westville is the bestville. And with cARTie joining the block, we think that it's about to get even bbbbbbeeeeeeeeettttttteeerrr!
To inaugurate our new HQ inside Westville's Lotta Studio, we're inviting you to a cARTie pARTy.
For two hours, we'll take you on an adventure to get into your own state of creative flow, surrounded by the vibrant energy of the community. We will weave together group art-making, music, dancing, and more.
This program is priced low for old friends and new as we continue to grow together.
cARTie Bus - Exhibition Opening & Fireside Art Chat
This exhibition spotlights cARTie student-artist Siena. On July 16th, Siena and cARTie's Co-Founder, Clare Murray, will bring you along for a playful exhibition walk-through, fireside art chat, and spirited art-making (with some of Siena's favorite snacks as creative fuel).
This is an exhibition opening and artist talk meant for families with young children, educators interested in learning more about what moves youth these days, artists willing to reconnect with their inner child artist, and folks who care deeply about art and museum education.
This special event breaks down barriers to the art world and puts the spotlight on student-artistry. For two hours, you will have a chance to get to know Siena, one of cARTie's featured student-artists, experience her art, and try out making art inspired by her work.
DooleyFest - Indoor Art Show
Indoor Art Show and video projection here at Lotta Studio.
DooleyFest - West River Arts Open Studio
Indoor Art Show and video projection here at Lotta Studio.
DooleyFest - Indoor Art Show
Indoor Art Show and video projection here at Lotta Studio.
Think like a Trashionista Workshop
This is a two-hour workshop, you will learn how to:
See materials differently
Come up with garment ideas based on the materials you have, and
Sketch garment ideas.
Led by Trash to Fashion Founder & Director Rebekah Fraser, who will share their passion for materials and expertise in garment design and construction.
Free to attend. Advance registration required.
Dont Tell Comedy show
Don't Tell Comedy is a live stand-up comedy company that creates pop-up comedy shows in unique, non-traditional locations in over 250 cities worldwide, and films select shows to release stand-up comedy video content online.
ArtWalk- Open Studio-West River Arts
Come visit the in-house artists of West River Arts!
Travis Carbonella, Kate Stephen, Howard El Yasin, Caryn Azoff
Thema Haida, Susan McCaslin, Don Wunderlee, Eric Epstein, Janet Brodie
David Sepulvedia, Noe Jimenez, Welcoming Arvia Walker and
special guest artist Juanita Austin
ArtWalk- Friday Night Fashion Show
The Westville ArtWalk Fashion Show returns in 2026 as a highly curated outdoor runway experience, transforming the street into a living gallery of wearable art. Building on its growing legacy, this year’s presentation introduces an elevated artistic framework centered on costume art, immersive storytelling, and sculptural design.
At the heart of the show is the concept “Costume Art: The Street as Gallery.” The runway will function as an exhibition corridor where garments are presented as sculptural works in motion. Integrated artwork and environmental design elements will blur the line between fashion show and public art installation, inviting audiences to experience the street as a dynamic, immersive gallery.
The show will feature five carefully curated wearable artists, each specializing in original cut-and-sew garment creation. Designers will present between 8–12 looks each, resulting in a collection of approximately 40–60 original works. Confirmed designers include Tea Montgomery and Donald Carter, with Dead By 5AM, Two Faced Design, and Pillow & Co.
The evening will be hosted by Frank E. Brady, guiding audiences through a presentation that merges fashion, performance, and public art into one cohesive and unforgettable experience.
RESERVE A SEAT for a $5 fee or join us for standing room free of charge.
ArtWalk - Projection Art installation by Jason Ting. Day 2
An immersive light installation that invites viewers to take refuge from the noise and distractions of contemporary life.
ArtWalk - Art Crawl - Open Studio-West River Arts
Come visit the in-house artists of West River Arts!
Travis Carbonella, Kate Stephen, Howard El Yasin, Caryn Azoff
Thema Haida, Susan McCaslin, Don Wunderlee, Eric Epstein, Janet Brodie
David Sepulvedia, Noe Jimenez, Welcoming Arvia Walker and
special guest artist Juanita Austin
ArtWalk - Projection Art installation by Jason Ting
An immersive light installation that invites viewers to take refuge from the noise and distractions of contemporary life.
ArtWalk - Open Mic at Lotta Studio
Lotta Studio + Westville Village ArtWalk + Me and the Other Moms + Mila Volpe + Eric Epstein Productions present:
The second annual Westville ArtWalk Open Mic Night at Lotta Studio May 5th, doors will be open from 7pm- 10pm.
This is a celebration of our creative community so we are looking to blend eras, genres, and class as we focus on supporting the artists that sustain our cultural evolution. We welcome originals or covers from performing artists who are looking to share, express, educate, and entertain in a positive and healthy manor.
We will publish the list a few days in advance, walk-ins are not guaranteed a spot so please fill this out! This form will be closed once we are at capacity and artists will then be notified of their timeslot. We look forward to seeing you May 5th!
New Haven Crafter Event
Fabric, texture, and a little bit of magic.
No needles, No thread. No stress
Just color, creativity and good vibes
Our Kinusaiga workshop is all about slowing down and making something beautiful you’ll actually want to keep.
All Good Indie Film Fest
ALL GOOD INDIE! Film Festival 2026! We have a crazy lineup for you guys, featuring films from almost a dozen local artists.
And of course, all proceeds are being donated back into the community. 80% of ticket sales go directly towards Unidad Latina en Acción, a New Haven grassroots organization dedicated to defending the rights of immigrants through direct action, community organizing, and legal advocacy. The rest is going right back into our lovely venue, Lotta Studio, an incredible independent studio space that is constantly running events that benefit local artists, and the community as a whole (Like this one!). Which, without their support, AGIFF would not be possible.
Tickets are $12 and are available for purchase on our online ticket portal, or at the door via cash or Venmo. (There is no difference in seating or pricing either way!)
Oh-- and don't forget to follow our Instagram @AllGoodIndie for updates! Hope to see you there! WHEN?April 18th, 2026Doors @ 6pmFilms @ 7pmWHERE?Lotta Studio903-911 Whalley Ave, New Haven, CT 06515