Having been compared to the female Bob Dylan by prominent Dutch writer Frits Abrahams, New Jersey born and New Orleans based singer songwriter Dayna Kurtz has developed a fiercely loyal fan base near and far. Kurtz has toured extensively in the U.S. and in Europe drawing inspiration from blues, rock and roll, pop and jazz. Kurtz powerful vocals and soul bearing lyrics have brought her to the stages of New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, Austin City Limits, Lincoln City Out of Doors and Celebrate Brooklyn, and has opened for Elvis Costello, Rufus Wainwright, B.B. King, Dr. John, Richie Havens and Mavis Staples. Kurtz was named Female Songwriter of the Year by the National Academy of Songwriters and both Bonnie Raitt and Norah Jones are devoted fans. Kurtz is known for her distinctive voice and mesmerizing performances Kurtz will be performing with Continental Drifters guitarist Robert Mache.

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Ogden After Hours is a weekly entertainment series featuring Southern musicians, films and more. Each OAH includes an art activity for kids in our Education Gallery, a cash-bar and our galleries are open for viewing. OAH is free for museum members and $13.50 for guests.