• What Do You See?

    Young artists are being invited to the Matthews on Saturday, January 14 at noon for "What Do You See," a painting project workshop. After 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 ... Read more

  • Drawing with Dionysus

    Join us in the Matthews Theater on Saturday, February 4 from 5-8 pm for a free, 18+, figure drawing workshop. This 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. ... Read more

  • Helios & Chronos

    Stop by the Matthews on Thursday, February 9 from 5-8 pm in the Matthews Art Gallery for a cyanotype printing project. Come 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 ... Read more

  • Time Machine

    Join us Saturday, February 18 at noon in the Matthews Art Gallery for a painting project for young artists, Time Machine. After 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. About the NEA Big Read The National ... Read more

  • Introduction to Relief: Registration Full

    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. During this introductory workshop participants will become acquainted with the relief printmaking process through making a linocut. Artists will create a design, transfer ... Read more

  • Wings, Horns & Teeth

    Join us on Saturday, March 18 at noon in the Matthews Art Gallery for a free painting project for young artists. After students discuss what characteristics Greek monsters have, students will create themselves to be a monster as told in many Greek myths. Wings, Horns & Teeth is a free event. Supplies will be provided. ... Read more

  • Call for Entry

    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.  Awards will be given in six different categories: Best of ... Read more

  • Community Art Show

    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. An opening reception will be held April 7 at 5 pm, and the event is ... Read more

  • Bellman Brown Bag Series: James Casper

    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. "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 ... Read more

  • Summer Art Series

    Exhibit Opening Reception Friday, May 19 5-7 pm The 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. ... Read more

  • Bellman Brown Bag Series: Black Hills Paranormal Investigations

    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. "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 ... Read more

  • Illusionist Craig Karges

    Craig Karges Experience the Extraordinary! Friday, September 22 at 7 pm Box Office: 6 pm | House Opens: 6:30 pm No late admission to main floor. Late arrivals will be accommodated in the balcony as seats permit. Advance tickets: $30 for adults and $15 for youth. Day of Show: $35 for adults and $20 for ... Read more