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SUMMARY:Some Stars of Native American Comedy
DESCRIPTION:Stars of Native American Comedy\nA Cabaret comedy event\nFriday\, April 5 at 7 pm\nBox Office: 6 pm | House Opens: 6:30 pm \nSome Stars of Native American Comedy(aka Some Stars) features an award-winning comic line-up that brings a Native take on the world. Together\, they poke fun at serious topics with a long stick and bring us all a little closer together by doling out some good-natured ribbing at everyone’s expense. \nA variety of seating options are available for this event:\nBalcony seating: $25 for advance reservations; $30 day of show.\nCabaret-style seating: Table seating on the main floor with treats and access to premium wine by the bottle. $40 per seat for advance reservations; $45 day of show\nHistoric Box seating: We’ve opened the historic opera boxes that flank the stage! These premium seats are extremely limited. Each box includes one complimentary bottle of wine and plate of hors d’ouvres. $75 per seat\, advance reservations only. \nA cash bar will also be available throughout the event. \nPerformers include…\nJim Ruel-Director/Comedian \nJim Ruel is a comedian\, writer\, director\, producer and actor. He is a member of the Bay Mills Band of Ojibwe.  He grew up in Milwaukee\, Wisconsin where he spent the first ten years of his career performing in comedy clubs around the Midwest. He was a finalist in NBC’s Diversity Talent Search which led to his first television appearance on ‘The World Stands Up’ which was taped in London. He was also featured on ‘Goin Native: the American Indian Comedy Slam’ on Showtime and First Nations Comedy Experience on FNX.  He currently tours with Another Indian Uprising. \nJim Ruel also works in film and media under Frybread Productions\, a Native owned video production company. Jim Ruel is a co-host of the Hollywood NDNz podcast\, highlighting careers of Native American professionals in entertainment. Jim Ruel currently lives in Los Angeles with his girlfriend and their daughter. \nGilbert Brown/Comedian \nGilbert ‘The Naughty Rezdog’ Brown is member of the Modoc\, Klamath\, Paiute and Warm Springs tribes. He’s also part white but can’t prove it. Gilbert’s storytelling style of comedy has audiences rolling as he spins tales from rodeos\, living on the rez\, and just dealing with people. He’s been performing professionally since 2008.  He’s a mugger in Native wild horse racing. ‘Mugging’ involves grabbing a wild horse around the neck while the horse tries to bite your hand off. Let’s just say Gilbert can relate to Frodo Baggins. You can also catch Gilbert emceeing powwows throughout NDN country. \nPhotos courtesy Frybread Productions \nWatch Now…\n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3UxsKth6zAo&t=43s” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Gr4A3ivdsA&t=15s” loop=”no” muted=”no” /]
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SUMMARY:The Matthews Wine Experience
DESCRIPTION:The Matthews Wine Experience\nSaturday\, March 23rd 5-9pm \nOur season’s most exclusive event!\nBeing a guest at the first Matthews Wine Experience will be a memorable evening. Two dozen wine varieties will be available to sample that have been hand-selected by Philips 66\, Exit 14\, and every ticket holder receives an etched Riedel wine glass! Live and silent auctions will be held with local artworks and baskets from a range of business donors. A live painting demonstration in this historic atmosphere is not one to be missed and works will be auctioned at the end of the evening! \nTickets are on sale.  They will be available during business hours in the gallery\, by phone (605.642.7973)\, or online. All tickets are $50. \nSponsored by Philips 66\, Exit 14
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SUMMARY:Artists of the Black Hills
DESCRIPTION:Artists of the Black Hills Exhibit\nA stunning display of local artistry and innovation.\nThe Matthews is proud to be hosting the brilliant work of the Artists of the Black Hills group. ABH was founded in 2005 as an organization of professional artists\, artisans\, and galleries with the common goal of establishing the Black Hills region as a prime source for art of the highest quality. There will be work by 19 different artists in this exhibit. \nOpening Reception:\nFriday\, March 22nd 5-7pm\nA cash bar and hor d’ovres will be available during this opportunity to mingle with the artists and other art enthusiasts. \nThis exhibit will be on display from March 18th through May 10th. The Gallery is open Monday-Saturday 10-5
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SUMMARY:Bellman Brown Bag Series
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month’s free Bellman Brown Bag Series on Wednesday\, March 13 at noon in the Matthews Theater as Sandy Swallow and Scott Simpson present their collaborative projects “Running the Milky Way\,” and “Sister Star.”  In a captivating fusion of visual and auditory artistry\, Oglala Lakota visual artist\, Sandy Swallow\, and songwriter\, Scott Simpson\, both Spearfish\, SD residents\, showcase original music inspired by Swallow’s evocative mixed media pieces. \n“Running the Milky Way” is an homage to the Horse Nation\, making it a resonant piece for anyone who shares a deep appreciation for these majestic creatures. Swallow’s mastery of hand-pulled block printmaking\, infused with Native American symbolism\, sets the stage for this unique musical journey. Composing the poignant lyrics herself\, she explores the spiritual connection to nature\, family\, and the profound interconnection with the Horse Nation. Simpson\, a versatile musician\, serves as the composer\, recording artist\, and producer\, weaving his musical finesse seamlessly with Swallow’s artistic vision.  “Running the Milky Way” reflects the heartbeat of the Lakota Horse Nation\, emphasizing their roles as relatives in this life and beyond.  \n“Sister Star” is the second collaborative project of Oglala Lakota artist Sandy Swallow and Songwriter Scott Simpson. It is an honoring song for Sandy’s older sister Donna who was murdered in 1968\, and a song of action and encouragement for all families of Missing or Murdered Indigenous Women or Men. #MMIW \nAbout the presenters…\nScott Simpson is a songwriter\, poet\, educator and indie music producer who lives in Spearfish Canyon. He’s been songwriting and recording songs since age six or seven\, and since 2000\, has produced and released more than 40 albums (most available on all digital outlets). Scott was a high school and college English teacher and theatre director for many years and completed his Ph.D. in Creative Writing in 1997. After publishing for several years in various poetry publications (including a 2000 nomination for the Pushcart Prize in Poetry)\, he began to transition his writing focus from poetry to songwriting. He has been a Learning Specialist with Rapid City-based Technology & Innovation in Education for more than ten years. During that time\, he co-developed and now co-directs the WoLakota Project which provides resources and training for schools throughout South and North Dakota and elsewhere in the implementation of Native American Essential Understandings and Culturally Responsive Education. A key part of his work is facilitating Circles of Trust in which individuals come together in retreat to engage in respect-filled conversation and personal storytelling. \nInternationally and locally renowned\, Sandy Swallow’s artistic passion began in mid-life\, as she experimented with oils and watercolors while living on a ranch near Pine Ridge. Being self-taught\, Sandy created art capturing her spiritual\nconnection to nature\, home\, and family. Sandy is most well known for her hand-pulled block printmaking. This painstaking medium provides her with the ability to create dramatic pieces saturated with deep earth and pastel colors that evoke traditional Native American symbols and images from the natural world. Her prints convey a soothing\, peaceful quality that enhances any living or workspace. National recognition of her artwork began in 1999\, when she was selected to be the artist for the National American Indian Heritage Poster for the United States Department of Agriculture with her piece “In the Eye of a Feather.”.10\,000 prints were distributed worldwide. In 2007 she was commissioned to provide the artwork for the “USDA Guide to American Indians and Alaska Natives Programs.” Sandy is honored to have displayed her art in many prestigious places such as the Hofstra University\, Hempstead\, NY; the Newberry Library\, Chicago\, IL; and at a traveling exhibit “Through Indian Eyes” for the legacy of Lewis & Clark and to have worked with buyers from as far away as Sweden\, England\, and Germany. \nAbout the Bellman Brown Bag Series…\nThe Bellman Brown Bag series is a humanities program designed to explore ideas\, history\, literature\, art\, and culture. The Brown Bag program was developed by Dr. Stewart Bellman in the 1990’s. Recognizing the Matthews Opera House as an ideal venue for the exploration of humanities topics\, he engaged a line-up of speakers to present programs on a range of humanities topics each month. \nDr. Bellman was a professor of English at Black Hills State University\, Spearfish\, SD. His teaching career spanned thirty years. Bellman retired from BHSU and passed away in November 2002. \nPrograms are presented on the second Wednesday of each month\, noon to 1 pm. Designed to begin and end within the lunch hour\, patrons are invited to bring their lunch\, if desired\, or simply enjoy an hour of learning and entertainment.  This is an opportunity to gain insight into themes that touch our daily lives. \n \nCoffee for the Bellman Brown Bag Series is generously provided by Common Grounds in Spearfish\, SD. \n 
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SUMMARY:Bellman Brown Bag Series
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month’s free Bellman Brown Bag Series on Wednesday\, February 14 at noon in the Matthews Theater as SD State Poetry Society presents “Poetry on the Road.” Board members from SD State Poetry Society will read their poems\, with an open mic following\, available to locals who would like the opportunity to read their own work. The open mic encourages poets from all walks of life to read their work publicly and to hear from their neighbors. “Poems are little stories about what we value\,” says Bruce Roseland\, SDSPS board member. “Poetry communicates at a deep level that helps us recognize and understand each other.” \nAbout the presenters…\nBruce Roseland is the 8th Poet Laureate of South Dakota (2023-2027). Roseland calls himself a prairie poet. His poetry describes people\, work\, and nature in modern rural life. Roseland’s poems often reveal the sacred in relationships between the land\, the life it supports\, and those who are its stewards. His recent work describes the need to conserve native grasslands. Roseland is a fourth-generation cattleman who grew up on a ranch near Seneca\, in north-central South Dakota. He is the author of seven books of free verse poetry and has won four national awards\, including the 2007 Wrangler Award for “The Last Buffalo” (2006). He has won the Will Rogers Medallion three times\, in 2009\, for “A Prairie Prayer\,” (2008\, in 2019); for “Cowman\,” (2018 and 2022) for “Heart of the Prairie” (2021). Roseland received an M.A. in Sociology from the University of North Dakota in 1980. He is President Emeritus of the SD State Poetry Society and a South Dakota Humanities Scholar. Roseland still works his family ranch outside of Seneca\, South Dakota. He enjoys spending time in his Black Hills Spearfish home when cows and crops permit. \nJean Helmer comes from the borderlands between the High Plains and Bearlodge foothills\, from public school and collegiate podiums\, from rural parish pulpits. This former director of the Dakota Writing Project has works published in Pasque Petals\, WyoPoets’ Watershed\, Gyroscope\, the 2023 Scurfpea Anthology Green Elephant\, and various anthologies. She is attempting to get the Belle Fourche POTR listed in the Butte Electric Cooperative “Connections” mailing. \nJohn S. Nelson has published poetry and other works in journals\, magazines\, and newspapers.  Recent publications include poetry in Montana Mouthful\, Briar Cliff Review\, Pasque Petals\, South Dakota Magazine\, Poetry Motel\, and Delmar.  He has poems in anthologies\, including South Dakota in Poems.  He retired from teaching English for New Media at Dakota State University in 2020 after 36 years of professorship.  He taught at Rocky Mountain College in Billings\, Montana\, St. Mary of the Plains College in Dodge City\, Kansas\, and Sisseton Wahpeton Community College in Sisseton\, SD\, before coming to DSU in Madison in 1996. \nAbout the Bellman Brown Bag Series…\nThe Bellman Brown Bag series is a humanities program designed to explore ideas\, history\, literature\, art and culture. The Brown Bag program was developed by Dr. Stewart Bellman in the 1990’s. Recognizing the Matthews Opera House as an ideal venue for the exploration of humanities topics\, he engaged a line-up of speakers to present programs on a range of humanities topics each month. \nDr. Bellman was a professor of English at Black Hills State University\, Spearfish\, SD. His teaching career spanned thirty years. Bellman retired from BHSU and passed away in November 2002. \nPrograms are presented on the second Wednesday of each month\, noon to 1pm. Designed to begin and end within the lunch hour\, patrons are invited to bring their lunch\, if desired\, or simply enjoy an hour of learning and entertainment.  This is an opportunity to gain insight into themes that touch our daily lives. \n \nCoffee for the Bellman Brown Bag Series is generously provided by Common Grounds in Spearfish\, SD. \n 
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SUMMARY:Backcountry Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Backcountry Film Festival\nChinook Days\nShowtime:\nJanuary 18 at 5 pm\nBox Office: 4 pm | House Opens: 4:30 pm \nAdvance tickets: $15 General Admission \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (605) 642-7973\, or by visiting the Matthews Gallery at 612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish. \nChinook Days and The Matthews Opera House are proud to host Backcountry Film Festival! Backcountry Film Festival ignites wild conversations and inspires action to communities that celebrate the present while looking towards the future. We’re celebrating the connection between humans and wild winters with a collage of human-powered stories and backcountry-inspired experiences. \nEvery winter\, BCFF tours 100+ cities and is hosted by local retailers\, grassroots groups\, outdoor affinity groups\, and many more community organizations. Funds raised stay in the local community to support human-powered recreation and conservation efforts\, winter education\, and avalanche/safety programs and to raise awareness of winter management issues. \nThe 19th Annual Backcountry Film Festival is screening documentaries and ski movies about athletic pursuits in the mountains\, artistic vision\, friendship\, and how the snowsports community is adapting to a changing environment.
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SUMMARY:Bellman Brown Bag Series
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month’s free Bellman Brown Bag Series on Wednesday\, January 10 at noon in the Matthews Theater as Paul Higbee presents a fascinating discussion about the 1943 Spearfish Chinook wind. \nThe temperature leaped 49 degrees in two minutes\, shattering windows throughout town and setting a world record that still stands.  Though mostly associated with Spearfish\, the chinook affected other towns\, too\, and was well-documented by the U.S Weather Service and Montana-Dakota Utilities.\nAbout Paul Higbee…\nPaul Higbee has been South Dakota Magazine’s West River contributing editor and columnist since 1991\, and is the author of books published by the South Dakota State Historical Society and the Center for Western Studies. \nAbout the Bellman Brown Bag Series…\nThe Bellman Brown Bag series is a humanities program designed to explore ideas\, history\, literature\, art and culture. The Brown Bag program was developed by Dr. Stewart Bellman in the 1990’s. Recognizing the Matthews Opera House as an ideal venue for the exploration of humanities topics\, he engaged a line-up of speakers to present programs on a range of humanities topics each month. \nDr. Bellman was a professor of English at Black Hills State University\, Spearfish\, SD. His teaching career spanned thirty years. Bellman retired from BHSU and passed away in November 2002. \nPrograms are presented on the second Wednesday of each month\, noon to 1pm. Designed to begin and end within the lunch hour\, patrons are invited to bring their lunch\, if desired\, or simply enjoy an hour of learning and entertainment.  This is an opportunity to gain insight into themes that touch our daily lives. \n \nCoffee for the Bellman Brown Bag Series is generously provided by Common Grounds in Spearfish\, SD. \n 
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SUMMARY:Bellman Brown Bag Series: Spearfish Piano Duet Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month’s free Bellman Brown Bag Series on Wednesday\, December 13 at noon in the Matthews Theater as Spearfish Piano Duet Club presents their annual holiday concert\, “Music for the Holidays.” \nIt’s always wise to get here early for a good seat. This event is free and open to the public and the theater typically fills up quickly. \nThe club has performed for the popular Bellman Brown Bag series since 2004. Musicians include Pamela Baum\, Sue Cole\, Donna Dettman\, Kathy Ewing\, Carolyn Gosse\, Rita Hicks\, Constance Hubbard\, Laura Kolb\, Janeen Larsen\, Colleen McKirdy\, Emma McKirdy-Wilsey\, Angela O’Shea\, and Marilee Woodard. \nAbout Spearfish Piano Duet Club…\nThe Spearfish Duet Club began in 2003\, under the leadership of Synva Chrysler and Marianne Bieber\, as a way for intermediate and advanced pianists to maintain their piano skills and\, at the same time\, have fun and enjoy each other’s musical talents. Members of the community and BHSU music students are involved in the performance and rehearsal activities\, organized by Dr. Janeen Larsen. The concert is free and open to the public. \nAbout the Bellman Brown Bag Series…\nThe Bellman Brown Bag series is a humanities program designed to explore ideas\, history\, literature\, art and culture. The Brown Bag program was developed by Dr. Stewart Bellman in the 1990’s. Recognizing the Matthews Opera House as an ideal venue for the exploration of humanities topics\, he engaged a line-up of speakers to present programs on a range of humanities topics each month. \nDr. Bellman was a professor of English at Black Hills State University\, Spearfish\, SD. His teaching career spanned thirty years. Bellman retired from BHSU and passed away in November 2002. \nPrograms are presented on the second Wednesday of each month\, noon to 1pm. Designed to begin and end within the lunch hour\, patrons are invited to bring their lunch\, if desired\, or simply enjoy an hour of learning and entertainment.  This is an opportunity to gain insight into themes that touch our daily lives. \n \nCoffee for the Bellman Brown Bag Series is generously provided by Common Grounds in Spearfish\, SD. \n 
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SUMMARY:Matthews Christmas Tea
DESCRIPTION:Matthews Christmas Tea\nA holiday tradition returns!\nSaturday\, December 2 at 1 pm\nHouse Opens: 12:40 pm \nOne of our oldest and favorite annual events is just around the corner! The Matthews Christmas Tea is a step back to a more gentile time of connecting with friends and family while enjoying homemade pastries\, tea sandwiches\, and\, of course\, tea. Ease into the holiday season with a relaxing afternoon of delicious treats\, live entertainment\, and selections of curated items to help get you gift-giving ready. Don your favorite hat and join us in the historic Matthews theatre to ring in the holiday season with Christmas Tea. \nTickets go on sale November 1.  They will be available during business hours in the gallery\, by phone (605.642.7973)\, or online. All seats are $40.  Tickets must be purchased no later than November 27. \n 
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SUMMARY:Bellman Brown Bag Series: Tim Velder
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month’s free Bellman Brown Bag Series on Wednesday\, November 8 at noon in the Matthews Theater as Tim Velder presents “Who Shot Father Belknap and Why?” \nFather Arthur Belknap was a Catholic priest who served the northern Hills communities of Spearfish and Lead from 1916 through 1921. His service was cut short in late October 1921 when he was murdered in the street. This murder remains unsolved\, which has allowed a variety of theories to arise about the motive for the murder. Velder will examine some of those theories as well as highlight the brief career of this dedicated priest. \nAbout Tim Velder…\nTim Velder is a northern Black Hills native and amateur researcher of history. He graduated from Newell High School and Black Hills State University and spent more than 20 years covering news events for northern Hills newspapers and the Rapid City Journal. Since 2011\, he has been a marketing and communications specialist for the northeast Wyoming electric cooperative Powder River Energy. He lives in Sundance\, Wyoming\, with his wife Gerri and has three grown children. Tim is also vice-president of the West River History Conference which holds annual history events focused on local history. \nAbout the Bellman Brown Bag Series…\nThe Bellman Brown Bag series is a humanities program designed to explore ideas\, history\, literature\, art and culture. The Brown Bag program was developed by Dr. Stewart Bellman in the 1990’s. Recognizing the Matthews Opera House as an ideal venue for the exploration of humanities topics\, he engaged a line-up of speakers to present programs on a range of humanities topics each month. \nDr. Bellman was a professor of English at Black Hills State University\, Spearfish\, SD. His teaching career spanned thirty years. Bellman retired from BHSU and passed away in November 2002. \nPrograms are presented on the second Wednesday of each month\, noon to 1pm. Designed to begin and end within the lunch hour\, patrons are invited to bring their lunch\, if desired\, or simply enjoy an hour of learning and entertainment.  This is an opportunity to gain insight into themes that touch our daily lives. \n \nCoffee for the Bellman Brown Bag Series is generously provided by Common Grounds in Spearfish\, SD. \n 
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SUMMARY:Backstage Pass
DESCRIPTION:Spearfish Young Life presents a behind-the-scenes benefit concert with Sivan Hoch and the Pocket Junkies on Saturday\, October 14 at 7 pm in the Matthews Opera House theater! \nAbout Young Life and Wyldlife\n \nSpearfish Young Life began in 2003 and\, since then\, they have been committed to serving over 255 local young people. Young Life and Wyldlife\, a faith based organization\, invests in the lives of our kids by walking alongside them earning the right to be heard by being present right where they are\, period. YoungLife wants every kid to know they are valued\, they matter\, and belong. Their 3-fold mission: \n\nGo where kids are and build relationships with them. \nProvide fun\, adventurous and life-changing experiences by way of summer/winter camps\, volleyball tournaments\, dodgeball tournaments\, and weekly clubs through the school year\, while also investing time with them on their campuses. \nSharing the love of God.\n\n\nProceeds from the event will benefit the organization’s continued outreach to the youth of our community.  \n\nTo find out more about Spearfish Young Life\, visit their website \nAbout The Pocket Junkies\nIn the pocket: Grooving. Where the rhythm section is locked in and working as a unit. \nThe Pocket Junkies are a conglomeration of seasoned jazz and blues professionals who are currently residing in the Black Hills. \nThe line-up:\nAlex Diaz is on bass. \nSivan Hoch\, who\, before the pandemic. was a touring musician based out of Denver\, playing with acts such as Markus King\, Robert Randolph and Paul Pesco of the Hallnoats. He’s on sax. \nJohnny Hastings is a local Rapid City blues guitarist who has had the pleasure of sharing the stage with Buddy Guy \nKaleb Britton is a fabulous local drummer who grew up in Rapid City and lived in New Orleans for years playing with only the best.
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SUMMARY:Bellman Brown Bag Series: JJ Kent
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month’s free Bellman Brown Bag Series on Wednesday\, October 11 at noon in the Matthews Theater with Native American educator and flutist JJ Kent. \nAbout JJ Kent…\nJJ Kent is a musician and educator who is a descendant of his grandmother’s full-blooded Muskogee heritage.  He is also the adopted son of a full-blooded Lakota woman from the Oglala band. JJ is immersed in the proud lineage of both these indigenous nations. He received his Lakota name Wicasa Ho Waste’ (which means “Good Voice Man”) from his adopted Oglala mother. Some years ago\, JJ was asked to share his knowledge of Native American history through storytelling and this was to become an important part of a spiritual journey for many.  JJ’s music and teaching touches many hearts and he has taught and played his music at various universities and educational venues across continents. JJ is an accomplished musician playing Native American flute\, as well as singing and playing guitar and keyboards. Receiving almost yearly nominations\, he was excited to win the coveted 2009 NAMMY Flutist of the Year award and continues to sell his multiple CDs all over the world. At the present time\, JJ and his wife live in Rapid City\, South Dakota (translated in Lakota as “Mni Lúzahaŋ Otȟúŋwahe” which means “Swift Water City”) and travels the world sharing his music and teaching. \nAbout the Bellman Brown Bag Series…\nThe Bellman Brown Bag series is a humanities program designed to explore ideas\, history\, literature\, art and culture. The Brown Bag program was developed by Dr. Stewart Bellman in the 1990’s. Recognizing the Matthews Opera House as an ideal venue for the exploration of humanities topics\, he engaged a line-up of speakers to present programs on a range of humanities topics each month. \nDr. Bellman was a professor of English at Black Hills State University\, Spearfish\, SD. His teaching career spanned thirty years. Bellman retired from BHSU and passed away in November 2002. \nPrograms are presented on the second Wednesday of each month\, noon to 1pm. Designed to begin and end within the lunch hour\, patrons are invited to bring their lunch\, if desired\, or simply enjoy an hour of learning and entertainment.  This is an opportunity to gain insight into themes that touch our daily lives. \n \nCoffee for the Bellman Brown Bag Series is generously provided by Common Grounds in Spearfish\, SD. \n 
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SUMMARY:Illusionist Craig Karges
DESCRIPTION:Craig Karges\nExperience the Extraordinary!\nFriday\, September 22 at 7 pm\nBox Office: 6 pm | House Opens: 6:30 pm\nNo late admission to main floor. Late arrivals will be accommodated in the balcony as seats permit. \nAdvance tickets: $30 for adults and $15 for youth.\nDay of Show: $35 for adults and $20 for youth.\nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (605) 642-7973\, or by visiting the Matthews Gallery at 612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish. \n \nCraig Karges is truly extraordinary! The “extraordinist” is an award-winning entertainer\, a nationally recognized speaker\, and an author. Karges has made over five thousand appearances in 27 countries on four continents and in all fifty states. \nCraig Karges combines the art of magic with the science of psychology and the power of intuition to create the impression that nothing is impossible. Tables float\, minds are read\, metal bends and your imagination is challenged because you won’t believe your eyes! Dennis Miller\, comedian\, and media personality\, put it this way after seeing Karges perform\, “This weirds me out!” \nAlthough he does not claim to have supernatural powers or perform as a psychic or magician\, the effects Craig Karges creates on stage are uncanny. Blindfolded\, he calls off serial numbers on borrowed currency. Unspoken thoughts are revealed. Predictions are made and verified. Borrowed finger rings are linked into a chain. Objects move seemingly by the power of the mind. A table dances and flies into the air. \nCraig Karges is unique’ what he does on stage is totally different\, and there is no other show like “Experience the Extraordinary!” \nAudiences may be mystified when it comes to understanding how Craig Karges accomplishes what he does on stage but his popularity is no mystery at all. \nCraig Karges has made over 40 national television appearances. You’ve seen him on The Tonight Show as well as CNN\, Fox News Channel\, CNBC\, E! Entertainment Television\, Lifetime Television\, Wisdom Television\, and even SOAPnet! The extraordinist has starred in two\, one-hour television specials. The sheer number and diversity of Karges’ television appearances are indicative of his widespread popularity. \nPerformance\, the international touring talent weekly\, named Craig Karges’ touring show\, Experience the Extraordinary\, one of the top five\, variety/family shows in North America. Karges was in good company as the list also included the likes of illusionist David Copperfield and Disney on Ice. Performance magazine called the extraordinist’s performance “The next era in mystery entertainment.” American Entertainment Magazine named him one of the top five variety entertainers on the corporate circuit. \nFrom Sardinia to Singapore and from Cancun to Cairo\, Craig Karges’ performing schedule has taken him around the world\, appearing at corporate events\, theatres\, universities and casino showrooms. “No matter where I perform\, I try to make my audiences feel they are a part of something they have never experienced before and hopefully will never forget. My goal is to entertain my audiences through the creation of mystery and to open their minds to unlimited possibilities\,” says Karges.
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SUMMARY:Bellman Brown Bag Series: Black Hills Paranormal Investigations
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month’s free Bellman Brown Bag Series on Wednesday\, September 13 at noon in the Matthews Theater with speakers from Black Hills Paranormal Investigations. \n“An Afternoon with Black Hills Paranormal Investigations”: The members of Black Hills Paranormal Investigations will speak on the paranormal; things they have come across at various locations; and what they discovered during their recent investigation of the Matthews Opera House. Is the Matthews haunted? If so\, by whom and does someone still linger there? \n\nAbout Black Hills Paranormal Investigations…\n\nBHPI was founded in 2007 and is proud to serve the Black Hills and its surrounding communities. Since their founding\, they have grown into a professional and trusted team of paranormal researchers. In the beginning\, they set out believing that to be taken as a serious paranormal investigations team it was imperative that they set high standards for themselves and their practices. Their guiding principles–critical thinking\, common sense\, continuing education\, and a healthy dose of skepticism–have served their clients well. Every aspect of their investigations are free of charge. For more about the investigators and their services\, visit bhparanormal.com \n\n  \nAbout the Bellman Brown Bag Series…\nThe Bellman Brown Bag series is a humanities program designed to explore ideas\, history\, literature\, art and culture. The Brown Bag program was developed by Dr. Stewart Bellman in the 1990’s. Recognizing the Matthews Opera House as an ideal venue for the exploration of humanities topics\, he engaged a line-up of speakers to present programs on a range of humanities topics each month. \nDr. Bellman was a professor of English at Black Hills State University\, Spearfish\, SD. His teaching career spanned thirty years. Bellman retired from BHSU and passed away in November 2002. \nPrograms are presented on the second Wednesday of each month\, noon to 1pm. Designed to begin and end within the lunch hour\, patrons are invited to bring their lunch\, if desired\, or simply enjoy an hour of learning and entertainment.  This is an opportunity to gain insight into themes that touch our daily lives. \n \nCoffee for the Bellman Brown Bag Series is generously provided by Common Grounds in Spearfish\, SD. \n 
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230902T190000
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SUMMARY:Summer Art Series
DESCRIPTION:Exhibit Opening Reception\nFriday\, May 19\n5-7 pm \nThe Matthews Opera House and Arts Center is excited to announce that their Summer Art Series will be unveiled on May 19 with an opening reception from 5-7 pm. This showcase features the talents of Black Hills artists with an incredible display of high-quality pieces on exhibit. \nThis opening night event is offered free to the public. Hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar will be available. \nThe Summer Art Series is open to the public through Labor Day during regular business hours\, Monday – Friday\, 10 am – 5 pm. The series is structured to support the local artistic community with every piece in the gallery ready to sell and take home the same day.
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SUMMARY:Bellman Brown Bag Series: James Casper
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month’s free Bellman Brown Bag Series on Wednesday\, April 12 at noon in the Matthews Theater with speaker James Casper. \n“Close Cooperation Within a Society” – Sounds Far-Fetched Doesn’t It! James Casper will draw on his decades of experience as a commercial beekeeper as he discusses the inner workings of one of nature’s most complex animal societies: The Honey Bee Colony: where normally only one queen bee exists in the company of 60\,000 workers (females) and up to several thousand drones (males). She is the mother of all individuals in the colony and is a  very efficient producer of eggs but devoid of maternal instinct and physically incapable of caring for her young. The queen\, along with her own genetic DNA\, is also the custodian of the male parent’s contribution to the heredity of her female offspring and thus is responsible for the characteristics of the colony. Her presence controls the morale of the colony through the production and sharing of pheromones. The colony is a highly cooperative group where tasks are allocated so that more urgent needs are met before less urgent ones\, and individual actions are coordinated into a coherent whole\, resulting in a set of mechanisms that make close cooperation a reality. \n\nAbout James Casper…\nSince my childhood\, I have been fascinated by the groupings of these mostly white and often tall stacks of boxes sitting picturesque against the background of fields full of colorful blossoms that filled the air with a certain sweetness. The bee hive was the center of my attraction. My interest was raised to a full pitch once I purchased my first two hives and the result was\, well\, I won’t lie. I became a full-fledged “Keeper of the Bees”. Forty-five or so years later and I still absolutely love the journey through the makings of a honey bee colony. Follow me and I will introduce you to the fascinating world of the honey bee.\n  \nAbout the Bellman Brown Bag Series…\nThe Bellman Brown Bag series is a humanities program designed to explore ideas\, history\, literature\, art and culture. The Brown Bag program was developed by Dr. Stewart Bellman in the 1990’s. Recognizing the Matthews Opera House as an ideal venue for the exploration of humanities topics\, he engaged a line-up of speakers to present programs on a range of humanities topics each month. \nDr. Bellman was a professor of English at Black Hills State University\, Spearfish\, SD. His teaching career spanned thirty years. Bellman retired from BHSU and passed away in November 2002. \nPrograms are presented on the second Wednesday of each month\, noon to 1pm. Designed to begin and end within the lunch hour\, patrons are invited to bring their lunch\, if desired\, or simply enjoy an hour of learning and entertainment.  This is an opportunity to gain insight into themes that touch our daily lives. \n \nCoffee for the Bellman Brown Bag Series is generously provided by Common Grounds in Spearfish\, SD. \n 
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SUMMARY:Community Art Show
DESCRIPTION:The Matthews Opera House and Art Center is excited to announce its 44th Annual Community Art Show. Once again\, the Matthews is opening its doors to artists of all ages and abilities\, from amateur to professional\, to exhibit their work. \nAn opening reception will be held April 7 at 5 pm\, and the event is free to attend. The public is welcome to attend this reception which will include hors d’ oeuvres and a cash bar. Winners of Best of Show\, adult\, and youth categories will be announced that evening. Attendees will also be offered the first opportunity to cast their ballot for People’s Choice. Voting will remain open in this category through April 28. The People’s Choice Award will be announced on the Matthews Facebook page on May 6. \nThe exhibition will be on display in the Matthews Gallery from April 3 – May 6 during regular business hours\, Monday – Friday\, 10 am – 5 pm.
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SUMMARY:Call for Entry
DESCRIPTION:The Matthews Opera House and Art Center is excited to announce a call for entry for their 44th annual Community Art Show. Once again\, the Matthews is opening its doors to artists of all ages and abilities\, from amateur to professional\, to exhibit their work.  \nAwards will be given in six different categories: Best of Show\, People’s Choice\, Adult (with first\, second\, and third awards)\, and as well as awards for youth. Prize amounts will depend on the category. Patrons to the gallery are also encouraged to vote for People’s Choice until April 28.  \nAn opening reception will be held on April 7 at 5 pm\, and the event is free to attend. Winners of Best of Show\, adult\, and youth categories will be announced that evening. Attendees will also be offered the first opportunity to cast their ballot for People’s Choice. Voting will remain open in this category through April 28. The People’s Choice Award will be announced on the Matthews Facebook page on May 6.  \nThis call is open to all artists\, age groups\, levels\, and media. Works created by individuals 18+ must be for sale. Works by artists under 18 are exempt from this rule and may be marked “not for sale.” \nEntries must be delivered to the Matthews Gallery at 612 N Main St\, Spearfish from March 20 – 25. The Community Art Show will exhibit from April 3 – May 6 and is free for public viewing Monday through Friday from 10 am until 5 pm. Pieces may be picked up the week after the show has concluded.  \nDownload the application here! \n 
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SUMMARY:Wings\, Horns & Teeth
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, March 18 at noon in the Matthews Art Gallery for a free painting project for young artists. \nAfter students discuss what characteristics Greek monsters have\, students will create themselves to be a monster as told in many Greek myths. \nWings\, Horns & Teeth is a free event. Supplies will be provided. Artists are also encouraged to bring their own art supplies. \nAbout the NEA Big Read\nThe National Endowment for the Arts Big Read\, a partnership with Arts Midwest\, broadens our understanding of our world\, our communities\, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. Since 2006\, the National Endowment for the Arts has funded more than 1\,700 NEA Big Read programs\, providing more than $24 million to organizations nationwide. In addition\, NEA Big Read activities have reached every Congressional district in the country. Over the past 16 years\, grantees have leveraged more than $56 million in local funding to support their NEA Big Read programs. More than 5.9 million Americans have attended an NEA Big Read event\, over 97\,000 volunteers have participated at the local level\, and over 40\,000 community organizations have partnered to make NEA Big Read activities possible. \nVisit arts.gov/neabigread for more information about the NEA Big Read. Organizations interested in applying for an NEA Big Read grant in the future should visit Arts Midwest’s website for more information. \n\n\n\nNEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.\nEl proyecto NEA Big Read es una iniciativa del National Endowment for the Arts (el Fondo Nacional para las Artes de Estados Unidos) en cooperación con Arts Midwest
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Relief: Registration Full
DESCRIPTION:We welcome you to join us from 5-8 pm on Friday\, February 24 in the Matthews Art Gallery for a linocut printing project\, Introduction to Relief\, with BHSU art instructor Michael Baum. \nDuring this introductory workshop participants will become acquainted with the relief printmaking process through making a linocut. Artists will create a design\, transfer the design to a piece of linoleum\, carve\, and print a small edition of linocuts. This workshop will focus on proper tool usage and maintenance\, inking strategies\, and at home printing tips. By the end of this workshop\, all participants will have a basic understanding of linocut and how to print in a professional print shop and at home. Supplies will be provided. \nThis workshop is free to attend\, however\, space is limited to 10 participants. Registration is required.\nContact the Matthews Community Engagement Manger at (605) 717-6967 or email engage@matthewsopera.com to reserve your spot. \nAbout the NEA Big Read\nThe National Endowment for the Arts Big Read\, a partnership with Arts Midwest\, broadens our understanding of our world\, our communities\, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. Since 2006\, the National Endowment for the Arts has funded more than 1\,700 NEA Big Read programs\, providing more than $24 million to organizations nationwide. In addition\, NEA Big Read activities have reached every Congressional district in the country. Over the past 16 years\, grantees have leveraged more than $56 million in local funding to support their NEA Big Read programs. More than 5.9 million Americans have attended an NEA Big Read event\, over 97\,000 volunteers have participated at the local level\, and over 40\,000 community organizations have partnered to make NEA Big Read activities possible. \nVisit arts.gov/neabigread for more information about the NEA Big Read. Organizations interested in applying for an NEA Big Read grant in the future should visit Arts Midwest’s website for more information. \n\n\n\nNEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.\nEl proyecto NEA Big Read es una iniciativa del National Endowment for the Arts (el Fondo Nacional para las Artes de Estados Unidos) en cooperación con Arts Midwest
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230218T140000
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SUMMARY:Time Machine
DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturday\, February 18 at noon in the Matthews Art Gallery for a painting project for young artists\, Time Machine. \nAfter students understand the styles of ancient Greek art\, they will create a portrait of themselves following the styles. This includes feline heads\, togas\, and leaf headbands. \nAbout the NEA Big Read\nThe National Endowment for the Arts Big Read\, a partnership with Arts Midwest\, broadens our understanding of our world\, our communities\, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. Since 2006\, the National Endowment for the Arts has funded more than 1\,700 NEA Big Read programs\, providing more than $24 million to organizations nationwide. In addition\, NEA Big Read activities have reached every Congressional district in the country. Over the past 16 years\, grantees have leveraged more than $56 million in local funding to support their NEA Big Read programs. More than 5.9 million Americans have attended an NEA Big Read event\, over 97\,000 volunteers have participated at the local level\, and over 40\,000 community organizations have partnered to make NEA Big Read activities possible. \nVisit arts.gov/neabigread for more information about the NEA Big Read. Organizations interested in applying for an NEA Big Read grant in the future should visit Arts Midwest’s website for more information. \n\n\n\nNEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.\nEl proyecto NEA Big Read es una iniciativa del National Endowment for the Arts (el Fondo Nacional para las Artes de Estados Unidos) en cooperación con Arts Midwest
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230209T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230209T200000
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SUMMARY:Helios & Chronos
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Matthews on Thursday\, February 9 from 5-8 pm in the Matthews Art Gallery for a cyanotype printing project. \nCome join us as we take a step back into history and explore one of the first printing-out processes created. In this workshop\, we will explore chemistry mixing\, coating techniques\, and printing tips for making cyanotype and solar fast prints. Cyanotypes are one of the oldest photographic printing processes. The distinctive feature of the print is its shade of cyan blue\, which results from its exposure to ultraviolet light. Alternative solar fast chemistry creates a variety of color options as well. Participants will use a variety of objects from nature and acetate film paper to create their own unique prints. \nThis event is free to attend\, however\, space is limited to 8 participants. Registration required.\nTo hold your space\, call (605)717-6967 or email engage@matthewsopera.com. \nAbout the NEA Big Read\nThe National Endowment for the Arts Big Read\, a partnership with Arts Midwest\, broadens our understanding of our world\, our communities\, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. Since 2006\, the National Endowment for the Arts has funded more than 1\,700 NEA Big Read programs\, providing more than $24 million to organizations nationwide. In addition\, NEA Big Read activities have reached every Congressional district in the country. Over the past 16 years\, grantees have leveraged more than $56 million in local funding to support their NEA Big Read programs. More than 5.9 million Americans have attended an NEA Big Read event\, over 97\,000 volunteers have participated at the local level\, and over 40\,000 community organizations have partnered to make NEA Big Read activities possible. \nVisit arts.gov/neabigread for more information about the NEA Big Read. Organizations interested in applying for an NEA Big Read grant in the future should visit Arts Midwest’s website for more information. \n\n\n\nNEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.\nEl proyecto NEA Big Read es una iniciativa del National Endowment for the Arts (el Fondo Nacional para las Artes de Estados Unidos) en cooperación con Arts Midwest
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SUMMARY:Drawing with Dionysus
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Matthews Theater on Saturday\, February 4 from 5-8 pm for a free\, 18+\, figure drawing workshop. \nThis fun workshop for adults will feature drawing from live\, costumed models in a historic theater atmosphere! The theme of the evening will be fantasy and mythos\, as inspired by the Big Read novel\, Circe. \nBHSU Art Professor Desy Schoenewies will provide drawing demos and give away prizes at the end of the evening. Limited drawing materials will be available for use-participants are encouraged to bring their own art supplies. No experience is necessary to participate in this event. Artists of all abilities–from curious beginners to students and professionals–are encouraged to participate. \nThis 18+ event will feature music and adult beverages for sale. Costumes are optional but encouraged for all participants. At the end of the evening\, we’ll have a costume contest! \nThis event is free. A free-will donation is suggested but not required. All donations received help to support free programming at the Matthews\, which includes this and other artist workshops. \nAbout the NEA Big Read\n\nThe National Endowment for the Arts Big Read\, a partnership with Arts Midwest\, broadens our understanding of our world\, our communities\, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. Since 2006\, the National Endowment for the Arts has funded more than 1\,700 NEA Big Read programs\, providing more than $24 million to organizations nationwide. In addition\, NEA Big Read activities have reached every Congressional district in the country. Over the past 16 years\, grantees have leveraged more than $56 million in local funding to support their NEA Big Read programs. More than 5.9 million Americans have attended an NEA Big Read event\, over 97\,000 volunteers have participated at the local level\, and over 40\,000 community organizations have partnered to make NEA Big Read activities possible. \nVisit arts.gov/neabigread for more information about the NEA Big Read. Organizations interested in applying for an NEA Big Read grant in the future should visit Arts Midwest’s website for more information. \n\n\n\nNEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.\nEl proyecto NEA Big Read es una iniciativa del National Endowment for the Arts (el Fondo Nacional para las Artes de Estados Unidos) en cooperación con Arts Midwest \n\n\n 
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SUMMARY:What Do You See?
DESCRIPTION:Young artists are being invited to the Matthews on Saturday\, January 14 at noon for “What Do You See\,” a painting project workshop. \nAfter listening to a passage from Circe\, students paint the characters or scenes they see while objectives of line\, shape\, form\, and space are present. A discussion will take place after each masterpiece has been created. \nAbout the Book\nIn the house of Helios\, god of the sun and mightiest of the Titans\, a daughter is born. But Circe is a strange child–not powerful\, like her father\, nor viciously alluring like her mother. Turning to the world of mortals for companionship\, she discovers that she does possess power–the power of witchcraft\, which can transform rivals into monsters and menace the gods themselves. \nThreatened\, Zeus banishes her to a deserted island\, where she hones her occult craft\, tames wild beasts\, and crosses paths with many of the most famous figures in all of mythology\, including the Minotaur\, Daedalus\, and his doomed son Icarus\, the murderous Medea\, and\, of course\, wily Odysseus. \nBut there is danger\, too\, for a woman who stands alone\, and Circe unwittingly draws the wrath of both men and gods\, ultimately finding herself pitted against one of the most terrifying and vengeful of the Olympians. To protect what she loves most\, Circe must summon all her strength and choose\, once and for all\, whether she belongs with the gods she is born from\, or the mortals she has come to love. \nWith unforgettably vivid characters\, mesmerizing language\, and page-turning suspense\, Circe is a triumph of storytelling\, an intoxicating epic of family rivalry\, palace intrigue\, love\, and loss\, as well as a celebration of indomitable female strength in a man’s world. \nAbout the NEA Big Read\nThe National Endowment for the Arts Big Read\, a partnership with Arts Midwest\, broadens our understanding of our world\, our communities\, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. Since 2006\, the National Endowment for the Arts has funded more than 1\,700 NEA Big Read programs\, providing more than $24 million to organizations nationwide. In addition\, NEA Big Read activities have reached every Congressional district in the country. Over the past 16 years\, grantees have leveraged more than $56 million in local funding to support their NEA Big Read programs. More than 5.9 million Americans have attended an NEA Big Read event\, over 97\,000 volunteers have participated at the local level\, and over 40\,000 community organizations have partnered to make NEA Big Read activities possible. \nVisit arts.gov/neabigread for more information about the NEA Big Read. Organizations interested in applying for an NEA Big Read grant in the future should visit Arts Midwest’s website for more information. \n\n\n\nNEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.\nEl proyecto NEA Big Read es una iniciativa del National Endowment for the Arts (el Fondo Nacional para las Artes de Estados Unidos) en cooperación con Arts Midwest
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SUMMARY:Mythos & Fantasy Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:The Matthews has been selected as a participant in the 2023 NEA Big Read and is excited to announce the “Fantasy and Mythos” art exhibition! \nThis year’s Big Read novel is Madeline Miller’s fantasy\, Circe. To celebrate the novel’s theme of magic and lore\, we are exhibiting works of art that reflect fantasy\, legend\, mystery\, and the imaginative spirit! The exhibition will be open to the public until Friday\, March 24. \n An opening reception for the exhibit will be held on Friday\, January 13 from 5-7 pm in the Matthews Gallery. The public is welcome to attend this reception which will include the first look at exhibited artwork\, free hors d’ oeuvres and a cash bar. \nAbout the NEA Big Read\nThe National Endowment for the Arts Big Read\, a partnership with Arts Midwest\, broadens our understanding of our world\, our communities\, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. Since 2006\, the National Endowment for the Arts has funded more than 1\,700 NEA Big Read programs\, providing more than $24 million to organizations nationwide. In addition\, NEA Big Read activities have reached every Congressional district in the country. Over the past 16 years\, grantees have leveraged more than $56 million in local funding to support their NEA Big Read programs. More than 5.9 million Americans have attended an NEA Big Read event\, over 97\,000 volunteers have participated at the local level\, and over 40\,000 community organizations have partnered to make NEA Big Read activities possible. \nVisit arts.gov/neabigread for more information about the NEA Big Read. Organizations interested in applying for an NEA Big Read grant in the future should visit Arts Midwest’s website for more information. \n\n\n\nNEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.\nEl proyecto NEA Big Read es una iniciativa del National Endowment for the Arts (el Fondo Nacional para las Artes de Estados Unidos) en cooperación con Arts Midwest
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SUMMARY:Mystical Masks
DESCRIPTION:The Matthews Opera House & Arts Center is excited to announce “Mystical Masks\,” an artists’ workshop on Thursday\, January 12 at 5 pm in the Matthews Gallery.  Using different styles of sculpting with shaping and designing air dry foam clay\, participants will build on top of prefabricated masks to create a unique and one-of-a-kind mask with a mythological aim. \nThis workshop is free to attend\, however\, space is limited to 6 participants. Registration is required.\nContact the Matthews Community Engagement Manager at (605) 717-6967 or email engage@matthewsopera.com to reserve your spot \nAbout the NEA Big Read\nThe National Endowment for the Arts Big Read\, a partnership with Arts Midwest\, broadens our understanding of our world\, our communities\, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. Since 2006\, the National Endowment for the Arts has funded more than 1\,700 NEA Big Read programs\, providing more than $24 million to organizations nationwide. In addition\, NEA Big Read activities have reached every Congressional district in the country. Over the past 16 years\, grantees have leveraged more than $56 million in local funding to support their NEA Big Read programs. More than 5.9 million Americans have attended an NEA Big Read event\, over 97\,000 volunteers have participated at the local level\, and over 40\,000 community organizations have partnered to make NEA Big Read activities possible. \nVisit arts.gov/neabigread for more information about the NEA Big Read. Organizations interested in applying for an NEA Big Read grant in the future should visit Arts Midwest’s website for more information. \n\n\n\nNEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.\nEl proyecto NEA Big Read es una iniciativa del National Endowment for the Arts (el Fondo Nacional para las Artes de Estados Unidos) en cooperación con Arts Midwest
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SUMMARY:The Vocal Illusions of Lynn Trefzger
DESCRIPTION:The Matthews Opera House & Arts Center is excited to announce that vocal illusionist Lynn Trefzger is bringing her hilarious friends to life for a one-night-only performance on the Matthews stage Sunday\, December 4 at 2 pm! Please join us for this special presentation that will leave you in stitches! \nAdvance tickets are on sale now for $25 Adults | $10 BHSU and youth\nDay of show $27 Adults | $12 BHSU and youth \nAbout Lynn Trefzger…\nHave you ever had a childhood hobby that got out of hand? That explains Lynn Trefzger’s start as a ventriloquist/comedienne. For over 25 years\, Lynn has given life to a trunk full of comical characters. She has performed for family audiences worldwide. Lynn is Disney Entertainment’s favorite ventriloquist. Audiences are treated to Lynn’s vocal illusion talents when they meet a drunken but lovable camel\, a cantankerous old man\, a feisty little girl\, and you may even see some other audience members who are brought up to the stage for the action! Lynn’s show is spontaneously funny\, no two shows are alike! Her performances are tailored for both family and adult audiences. Lynn and her many voices were first brought to national audiences on TV’s popular “Star Search”\, since then she has performed on TNN\, VH-1\, Lifetime\, and Comedy Central. She received the “People’s Choice Award” from OAPN and has received The American Comedy Award\, NACA Variety Entertainer of the Year and ACPA Comedy Entertainer of the Year. She is featured in the comedy/documentary\, “I’m No Dummy” produced by NBC Universal. This whimsical and insightful hit comedy doc about ventriloquism examines the world of “venting”\, illustrating that this perceived novelty act is an extraordinary art form. Starring alongside veteran ventriloquists\, Tony Award® winner Jay Johnson of sitcom SOAP fame\, and two-time Comedian of the Year\, Jeff Dunham. When Lynn is not performing for audiences worldwide\, she is the managing director for her own family of 5 children and one very patient husband!
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SUMMARY:Holidazzle Open House
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, Dec. 3\, The Matthews will celebrate the Christmas season with a holiday open house for all ages! From 2-4 pm\, join us in the Matthews Gallery for live music by Chris Davis and Rodney Garnett. Take in the stunning artwork on display in “Art at BHSU\,” an exhibit created by Black Hills State University students and faculty\, while Santa’s elves wrap your gifts. Upstairs\, Santa will be on-site for a photo op with the kiddos (parents\, don’t forget your cameras!) and he’ll be waiting to hear all of their Christmas wishes! Or\, join us in the theater for a showing of “The Polar Express\,” complete with popcorn\, hot chocolate\, and cider! \nThis is a free event\, however\, we appreciate any donations received. As always\, your financial gifts are invested in continued free programming at the Matthews.
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SUMMARY:South Dakota Day of Giving
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, November 29\, the Matthews Opera House & Arts Center\, along with the entire state of South Dakota\, will be celebrating South Dakota Day of Giving. This is a day to celebrate all the nonprofits in our state and the incredible work they do! As a 501c3 organization ourselves\, we want to thank YOU for supporting us this past year. Whether you have donated money or time\, attended a performance\, or even just shared one of our posts on social media…..you have helped our mission here at the Matthews Opera House! \nThe Matthews Opera House theater in 1925\, during a production of “Tom Thumb’s Wedding\nSouth Dakota Day of Giving\, affectionately dubbed “Giving Tuesday\,” celebrates its fourth year on November 29\, when it connects local nonprofits with their supporters through acts of philanthropy. Conceived by South Dakota Gives\, Giving Tuesday allows donors to make donations directly to nonprofits like the Matthews with 100% of the funds supporting their chosen organization. \nDONATE TODAY! \nCommunity performers presented “Annie Get Your Gun” in 1989 on the Matthews stage.\nWhen you invest in the Matthews\, you foster creativity\, opportunity\, and culture in our community. \nHere’s a quick snapshot of the programming you helped support in 2022: \nFree and equity-based programming abounds at MOH\, including the Bellman Brown Bag Lecture Series (pictured)\, Author Talks\, artist workshops and a thriving children’s theater camp.\n\n(12) Bellman Brown Brown Bag lectures covering a variety of subjects: everything from history to live piano performances. These events are completely free to attend.\n(10) 3-hour artist workshops led by practicing artists. Not only were these events free to attend but all supplies were provided to participants!\n(33) Author Talks featuring local authors across genres from poetry to self-help to fiction. These events are free to attend with coffee and freshly-baked treats available.\n(120) children registered for the 2022 Froelich Youth Actors Guild children’s theater camp held in June\n(4) gallery exhibit opening receptions\n(6) community theater performances including mainstage shows\, a month of reader’s theater\, Theater on the Run\, and a brand new collaborative performance with the Homestake Opera House and Belle Fourche Community Theater!\n(52) weeks of Open makeSPACE Hours\, in which participants are invited to gather in the Matthews Gallery workroom to create and fellowship with other artists\, with complete access to donated supplies.\n(14) special events featuring national and international talent including Sierra Ferrell\, Eliza Blue\, and Sophia Beatty\nThe 44th annual Festival in the Park\, a Spearfish tradition\, and the Matthews largest fundraising event of the year!\n\nThe Matthews Gallery champions local artists and fosters creativity through free programming.\nIn addition to great programming\, the Matthews also strives to champion emerging artists and performers\, giving them experience and exposure during the first blush of their careers. With the Matthews umbrella covering everything from humanities to visual and performing arts\, opportunities are abundant for budding creatives. Through your gifts\, we’re able to provide a safe space for artists to create\, perform\, and exhibit and believe us when we say\, some of them are going to be really big! \nDid you know ticket sales cover only about 18 percent of the Matthews annual operating expenses?\nIn recent years\, the organization’s annual budget has largely been supplemented by grants\, which are becoming increasingly competitive for nonprofits like the Matthews to obtain.  \nHow will your donations help in 2023?\n\nWe hope to expand our current free and equity-based programming\, continuing to make the arts available to everyone.\nOur back stairwell is in need of repair due to significant water damage.\nWe need a new movie projector in the theater (the current projector is more than 20 years old and no longer reliable).\nHistoric preservation means continual interior building maintenance and repairs to our building (such as new carpeting in the lobby and ceiling repairs to remedy cracks).\nWe would love to expand opportunities to our local kiddos through the Froelich Young Actors Guild children’s theater camp.\n\nThank you for Giving! Your gifts of a single day impact our ability to function effectively over the coming year. We are so grateful for your support! \nDONATE NOW! \nThe Matthews theater continues to entertain 116 years after opening its doors for the first time. (Audiences loved “The Nerd\,” starring Kirk Hauck\, Bruce Woodard\, Shaley Lensegrav\, and Mitchell Mechaley)
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SUMMARY:Unmasked Artists' Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This fun workshop for adults will feature drawing from live\, costumed models in a classic gallery atmosphere! Models from BHSU Art Club will sport their Halloween best\, creating a variety of dramatic vignettes and challenging you to capture the spirit of their spooky poses. This event will take place in the Matthews Gallery. \nBHSU Art Professor Desy Schoenewies will provide drawing demos and give away prizes at the end of the evening. Limited drawing materials will be available for use–participants are encouraged to bring their own art supplies. No experience is necessary to participate in this event. Artists of all abilities–from curious beginners to students and professionals–are encouraged to participate. \nThis event will feature music and adult beverages for sale. Costumes are optional but encouraged for all participants. At the end of the evening\, we’ll have a costume contest! \nThis event is free. A free-will donation is suggested but not required. All donations received help to support free programming at the Matthews\, which includes this and other artist workshops.
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