• “Meet Mipso” with Songwriters & Musicians

    For Black Hills songwriters and/or musicians!The Matthews is hosting a songwriting discussion and jam session with North Carolina indie band, Mispo, 7-8 p.m., Wednesday, Apr. 6. FREE for all ages.In the Opera House's Fireplace Room...  LEARN MORE about this event.

    FREE
  • Mipso: LIVE CONCERT

    The renegade traditionalists of North Carolina band, Mipso, are doing their part to take four-part harmony and Appalachian influences into new territory.  That territory could mean the Black Hills of South Dakota.  The Matthews welcomes Mipso at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, April 7, 2016.  This is the fifth event in our 2015-16 Subscription Series.  Individual tickets ... Read more

    $10 – $25
  • LIVE CONCERT: Smokin’ Campfire Concerto

    Enjoy lively fiddling, guitar licks, western swing, and more from Paul Larson, Kenny Putnam, and Boyd Bristow.  It will be a cowboy night!   LEARN MORE about the concert.  Show Details:BUY TICKETSFriday, May 20, 20167:30 p.m.Tickets: $20 Adults, $10 Youth (18 and under)

    $10 – $20
  • LIVE CONCERT: Bill Russell & Friends

    Spearfish native and internationally produced author of musicals for the stage, Bill Russell returns to the Matthews Opera House for two concerts to benefit The Matthews Opera House and Art Center’s Capital Fund. This is the first of two concerts. The next concert is at 7:30 p.m., Sunday, July 3 -- same ticket prices. Show Details:BUY TICKETSThursday, ... Read more

    $10 – $25
  • LIVE CONCERT: Bill Russell & Friends

    Spearfish native and internationally produced author of musicals for the stage, Bill Russell returns to the Matthews Opera House for two concerts to benefit The Matthews Opera House and Art Center’s Capital Fund. This is the 2nd of two concerts.Show Details:BUY TICKETSThursday, June 30, 2016 7:30 p.m.Tickets: $25 Adults, $10 Youth (18 and under)LEARN MORE about the ... Read more

    $10 – $25
  • LIVE CONCERT: A.J. Croce

    AT 7:30 p.m., on Friday, Sept. 23, our Subscription Series begins with a concert — and what a concert it will be!The son of legendary singer-songwriter Jim Croce, singer-songwriter A.J. Croce, is a multi-instrumentalist roots-rock artist, known for his boogie-woogie piano playing reminiscent of Dr. John. AJ has recorded eight studio albums for both major ... Read more

    $10 – $25
  • LIVE CONCERT: Ranky Tanky

    “Ranky Tanky” is Sea Island Gullah for “Work It,” or “Get Funky!” In this spirit, the Charleston, SC-based quintet performs timeless music from the Carolina Coast. From playful game songs to ecstatic shouts, from heartbreaking spirituals to delicate lullabies, the musical roots of Charleston are a “rank” and fertile ground from which these contemporary artists ... Read more

    $10 – $25
  • LIVE CONCERT: The Ennis Sisters

    The Ennis Sisters are world-renowned performers whose inspirational sibling harmonies, humorous recitations, Irish step dancing and engaging stage rapport lift spirits and warm hearts. Stories and songs invoke their home in Newfoundland.  TICKETING INFO: SUBSCRIPTION SERIES season tickets go on sale July 14, 2016. $125 adults, $60 youth & BHSU studentsINDIVIDUAL Tickets to the general public ... Read more

    $10 – $25
  • LIVE CONCERT: “Tommy: A Bluegrass Opry” by the Hillbenders

    In Tommy: A Bluegrass Opry, The HillBenders take on music from The Who’s Tommy and make it bluegrass. Conceived and produced by SXSW co-founder and longtime musician/producer Louis Jay Meyers, this Bluegrass Opry brings a new perspective to this classic rock music while paying respect to its creators. LEARN MORE about this concert (Video too!)  Show Details:BUY ... Read more

    $10 – $25
  • LIVE CONCERT: Peter Mawanga & The Amaravi Movement

    Peter Mawanga & The Amaravi Movement fuse the rock outfi of drums, bass, and guitar with the traditional sounds of Malawi, Africa's marimba, thumb piano, and percussion, Mawanga's Afro-vibes is a modern African sound that is intrinsically Malawian. Peter has the premier band in Malawi to boot who has been making headlines ever since their ... Read more

    $10 – $25
  • FIP Concert: Jimmy On Anything

    First live entertainment of the 40th Festival in the Park.  Jimmy On Anything is the opener for Mighty Brothers (at 6pm). CLICK HERE to learn more about Jimmy (video too) ADMISSION: One $5 wristband gets you in for all events at Festival in the Park on July 14.  

    $5
  • 40th FESTIVAL in the PARK: Wristband Night

      The 40th Festival in the Park kicks off in Spearfish City Park with Wristband Night. A wristband ($5) purchase is part of our largest fundraiser of the year.  Funds support The Matthews in continuing children's programs and community outreach. Only those wearing wristbands will be able to preview the vendor booths and enjoy the ... Read more

    $5