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SUMMARY:"Beyond the Frame" Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:This reception will also celebrate 20 years of the Gallery being open!! There will be a ribbon cutting with the chamber of commerce and a free tour of the Matthews.\n“Beyond to Frame” is an innovative new exhibit in the Matthews Gallery developed in partnership with the Black Hills State University Department of Fine Arts. In a traditional gallery experience\, patrons view framed artwork from an appropriate distance. However\, in “Beyond the Frame\,” artworks are hands-on pieces that visitors are encouraged to interact with. \nWe invite you to explore the space and installations with a mindset of curiosity as well as experience pieces from the perspective of someone who may be differently-abled. \nBy immersing ourselves in how we experience the world and how we interact with it\, we can create experiences that are more accessible to everyone regardless of abilities. By simply acknowledging a reality different than our own we can begin to create one that is equitable to all. \nArtwork will take on a variety of different forms that allow you to visualize sound waves\, experiment with color spectrums\, and immerse yourself in tactile experiences. In this show\, you can manipulate shadow puppets\, explore texture-driven exhibits\, and make your own art with “tall and small” art experiences.  \nIn addition to a focus on accessible art pieces\, work in this exhibit also revolves around the accessibility of art making. Oftentimes people barricade themselves behind the impression of “I’m not an artist.” They limit themselves to common art skills such as drawing\, painting\, or sculpting using specific tools and mediums. Removing those barriers of expectations and providing unique tools and perspectives opens a pathway into the idea that “art is for everyone.” At the Matthews\, we strive to foster creativity in whatever form it can be found and share those experiences with our community. \n“Beyond the Frame” will also feature works created by students from Canyon Hills Center as part of a community outreach program fostered by Lutheran Social Services and the Matthews. Twice monthly\, artists collaborate with the students to explore art in a wide array of mediums from poetry to collage.  \nThe exhibit opens to the public on November 18 with an opening reception scheduled on Friday\, November 22 from 5-7 pm in the Matthews Gallery.  \n\nWe are so grateful to the Sponsors who helped make this experience a reality! \n\nPioneer Bank & Trust\nClarkson Family Foundation\nNational Endowment for the Arts\nArts Midwest\nCity of Spearfish\nSouth Dakota Arts Council\nBlack Hills State University – Department of Fine Arts
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SUMMARY:Open House and Ribbon Cutting
DESCRIPTION:It is a grand and bittersweet thing! \n\n\nInterim Executive Director\, Joanna Mechaley handed over the keys to the castle to our new Executive Director\, Heath Johnson! \nJoanna stepped into this role and navigated it with amazing passion and style. Heath brings forth new perspectives and innovations. Both of which are shown in the letters addressed to us all that you can read below…\n\n\n \nTonight I threw away an ice cream cake that had been in my freezer for the better part of a year. Happily proclaiming “Happy Birthday\, Jason!” (ummm…who’s Jason and why do I have his cake?)\, this festive treat had\, over time\, deteriorated into a menacing tooth-chipper that smugly squatted in my icebox\, stealing precious space from the frozen pizza\, rump roast\, and Snickers bars that longed to rise to the top shelf.  \nAs I ruminated about Jason and his misplaced leftovers\, it suddenly struck me that all good things really do come to an end. Okay\, so\, I’m pretty sure the party was Ah-Mazing while it lasted and I bet I could have powered through that frozen confection like it owed me money. But\, really\, it was time to move on.  \nMuch like my position as your Interim Executive Director of the Matthews Opera House. \nIt has been one of my greatest privileges to serve in this capacity at the Matthews. This institution has been a central part of my life for nearly 30 years. Through it I have found a community\, developed skills I never knew I had\, and grown in confidence and abilities in ways I never imagined. I credit the people\, the organization\, and the opportunities the Matthews has provided.  \nAnd\, with that in mind\, I am so excited to announce that my interim has come to an end and the Matthews is “rising to the top shelf” with our new Executive Director\, Heath Johnson! \nHeath is a familiar face to many of you\, myself included. I’ve listened to this cat perform around the Hills for the last decade and\, most recently\, been witness to his stellar efforts at the helm of the Queen City Songwriters. He’s warm\, he’s savvy\, and he’s eager to continue our forward momentum. I couldn’t be happier to pass the torch (or\, in this case\, the keys) to Heath and I welcome you to come and meet him on Friday\, November 22 from 3-5pm at our 20th Anniversary Open House and Ribbon Cutting in the Matthews Gallery.  \nMy best to you all and thank you for your continued support of the arts.  \n~ Joanna \n————————————————- \nHello\, everyone! \nI’m Heath Johnson\, and I’m incredibly excited and honored to step into the role of Executive Director at The Matthews Opera House. As a singer-songwriter for over a decade and the founder of Queen City Songwriters\, a non-profit in the area promoting original\, local and regional music\, I’ve been deeply involved in fostering our local music artists here in Spearfish. I’m passionate about building a vibrant arts community where creativity and storytelling can thrive. \nOn a personal note\, I’m a proud father of four\, with another little one due to arrive any day now! Balancing family life with my love for the arts has been a rewarding journey\, and I’m eager to bring that same energy and dedication to The Matthews. \nI truly believe that the future holds great things for the arts in Spearfish and the Black Hills\, and I can’t wait to collaborate with all of you. Together\, we can create something truly special for our community. \nLooking forward to what’s ahead! \nWarmly\,\nHeath Johnson
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SUMMARY:SATURDAY WORKSHOPS AT ONE: ORIGAMI MOBILES WITH ANNALINA SCALISE
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY ART & CRAFT WORKSHOPS AT ONE\nWHO: You with Annalina Scalise as your instructor! \nWHAT: WORKSHOP AT ONE Origami Mobiles \nWHERE: Matthews 612 N Main Street \nWHEN: November 16th at 1pm (Workshops are held on the First and Third Saturday of every month at 1 PM running from September through December) \nWHY: Immerse yourself in a creative environment right here at the Matthews! \nHOW: \n\n\n   Participants the age of 12 & under must have accompaniment. \n\n\n   Registration Fee: $30 per 2hr Session (12 & Under: $20) \n\n\n    Class size is limited to 12 participants \n\n\n    All materials will be provided \n\n  To register or learn more visit https://www.matthewsopera.com/workshops/ or call the gallery at (605)642-7973\n\n____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nNOVEMBER 16th ART & CRAFT WORKSHOPS AT ONE \n{ Origami Mobiles }\nINSTRUCTOR: ANNALINA SCALISE \nJoin us for a creative afternoon of folding\, crafting\, and fun! Learn the art of origami with the amazing Annalina Scalise to create your beautiful mobile to take home. All materials are provided and no experience is necessary. Just bring your creativity and a friend to make something magical together! We can’t wait to see you there! \n_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nSATURDAY ART & CRAFT WORKSHOPS AT ONE\nAre you looking to unleash your creativity? Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned artist\, this workshop is for you! Our art workshops are designed for everyone\, whether you’re a beginner exploring your creative side or an experienced artist looking to refine your skills. Join us for an immersive experience that will ignite your passion for art and help you develop new techniques in a supportive and inspiring environment.  Workshops will be held on the First and Third Saturday of every month at 1 PM running from September through December. Workshops will last 2-3 hours depending on the project. Registration costs $30 per person (12 & Under is $20) and materials will be provided\, just bring your imagination! To register or learn more visit https://www.matthewsopera.com/workshops/ or call the gallery at (605)642-7973.  \n_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \n2024 Workshop Schedule\nWorkshops are held on the First and Third Saturday of every month at 1 PM running from September through December. \nSept 7: Fiber Art with Desy Schoenewies \nSept 21: Paper Mache with Joanna Mechaley \nOctober 5: Cyanotypes with Tia Erin \nOctober 19: Weaving with Mary Baker \nNovember 2: Polaroid Transfers with Roger O’Dea \nNovember 16: Origami Mobiles with Annalina Scalise \nDecember 7: TBD \nDecember 21: Christmas Ornaments with Joanna Mechaley \n 
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SUMMARY:Bellman Brown Bag Series
DESCRIPTION:WHO: Gina Gibson on Sanford Underground Research Facility (SURF) Artist-in-Residence Program: Five Years of SURF(ing) AiR \nWHAT: Free lecture as part of the Monthly Bellman Brown Bag Series  \nWHERE: Matthews Opera House Theater  \nWHEN: Wednesday November 13 from 12:00 to 1:00 \nWHY: To explore ideas\, history\, literature\, art\, and culture  \nHOW: BYOB-Bring your own bite-to-eat\, take a seat\, and enjoy entertainment for an hour while you devour \n\nWE’VE GOT YOUR LUNCH HOUR IN THE BAG!\nThe Sanford Underground Research Facility (SURF) Artist-in-Residence (AiR) program provides opportunities for artists to create work inspired by SURF’s unique science\, location and history. At 4\,850 feet deep\, SURF is the deepest underground laboratory in the United States and is located in the former Homestake Gold Mine. The facility houses experiments in physics\, biology\, geology\, and engineering. The SURF AiR program leverages the unique characteristics of SURF and the science experiments it hosts to create awareness and encourage interdisciplinary work. This residency is modeled after various programs offered by government\, science and industry including the National Park Service\, CERN\, and Fermilab. \nAs we carry-on through the lunch hour we hope you enjoy a comfortable seat at our table and the splendor of your surroundings. We welcome you to invite friends\, family\, and even that crazy co-worker to try something new at noon! \nFor more information on how to connect to our community here at the Matthews\, give us a call at (605)642-7973\, email us at ad@matthewsopera.com\, or find us on facebook \nTHE PRESENTER\n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nPROFESSOR & ARTIST GINA GIBSON \nGina Gibson is a Professor of Graphic Design at Black Hills State University in Spearfish\, South Dakota. An internationally exhibiting artist and lecturer\, her work has been seen at the Cynthia Broan Gallery in New York City\, the National Taiwan Normal University in Taipei\, Taiwan and the Siena Art Institute in Siena\, Italy. Most recently her work was exhibited through Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory in Batavia\, Illinois\, the University of Michigan Museum of Natural History in Ann Arbor\, Michigan and the University of Zurich Science Pavilion in Zurich\, Switzerland. In 2020 she became the first ever Artist-in-Residence at the Sanford Underground Research Facility (SURF) in Lead\, South Dakota. \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 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  \n  \n 
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SUMMARY:SATURDAY WORKSHOPS AT ONE: POLAROID TRANSFERS WITH ROGER O'DEA
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY ART & CRAFT WORKSHOPS AT ONE\nWHO: You with Roger O’Dea as your instructor! \nWHAT: WORKSHOP AT ONE Polaroid Transfers \nWHERE: Matthews 612 N Main Street \nWHEN: November 2nd at 1pm (Workshops are held on the First and Third Saturday of every month at 1 PM running from September through December) \nWHY: Immerse yourself in a creative environment right here at the Matthews! \nHOW: \n\n\n   Participants the age of 12 & under must have accompaniment. \n\n\n   Registration Fee: $30 per 2hr Session (12 & Under: $20) \n\n\n    Class size is limited to 12 participants \n\n\n    All materials will be provided \n\n  To register or learn more visit https://www.matthewsopera.com/workshops/ or call the gallery at (605)642-7973\n\n____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nNOVEMBER 2nd ART & CRAFT WORKSHOPS AT ONE \n{ Polaroid Transfers }\nINSTRUCTOR: ROGER O’DEA \nStep into the world of vintage photography and artistic expression! Join us for an exciting Polaroid transfer workshop. Learn how to create stunning and unique prints from photographer Roger O’Dea by taking and transferring Polaroid images onto different surfaces. This hands-on workshop is perfect for anyone who loves photography and art! \n_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nSATURDAY ART & CRAFT WORKSHOPS AT ONE\nAre you looking to unleash your creativity? Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned artist\, this workshop is for you! Our art workshops are designed for everyone\, whether you’re a beginner exploring your creative side or an experienced artist looking to refine your skills. Join us for an immersive experience that will ignite your passion for art and help you develop new techniques in a supportive and inspiring environment.  Workshops will be held on the First and Third Saturday of every month at 1 PM running from September through December. Workshops will last 2-3 hours depending on the project. Registration costs $30 per person (12 & Under is $20) and materials will be provided\, just bring your imagination! To register or learn more visit https://www.matthewsopera.com/workshops/ or call the gallery at (605)642-7973.  \n_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \n2024 Workshop Schedule\nWorkshops are held on the First and Third Saturday of every month at 1 PM running from September through December. \nSept 7: Fiber Art with Desy Schoenewies \nSept 21: Paper Mache with Joanna Mechaley \nOctober 5: Cyanotypes with Tia Erin \nOctober 19: Weaving with Mary Baker \nNovember 2: Polaroid Transfers with Roger O’Dea \nNovember 16: Origami Mobiles with Annalina Scalise \nDecember 7: TBD \nDecember 21: Christmas Ornaments with Joanna Mechaley \n 
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SUMMARY:Halloween Drawing Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Matthews Theater on Thursday\, October 31st from 6-8:30 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! \nBHSU Art Professor Desy Schoenewies will provide drawing demos. 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 for participants 21+. Halloween costumes are optional\, but encouraged!  \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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SUMMARY:DEATHTRAP
DESCRIPTION:WHO: Thriller seekers and humor hunters wanting to be entertained  \n(Saturdays and Sundays not your fun days?  NEW THIS YEAR! A pop-in performance for our Service Industry Citizens who slay on the weekends…Take in a Tuesday show specially made so you can go!) \nWHAT: DEATHTRAP    (** RATED: R for ADULT THEMES) \nWHERE: Matthews Opera House Theater 612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish \nWHEN:  October 25\, 26 & 29\, 2024 and November 1\, 2\, 2024 at 7:00pm\nOctober 27\, 2024 and November 3\, 2024 at 2:00pm \nWHY: It would be a crime not to attend \nHOW: Tickets may be purchased: \n     ONLINE – matthewsopera.com \n     VIA PHONE – (605) 642-7973\, \n     IN-PERSON – Matthews Gallery 612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish\n      ADULTS $20;  YOUTH $10 \n\nWRITER’S BLOCK LEAVES PEOPLE IN SHOCK…\n“DEATHTRAP” by Ira Levin \nComfortably ensconced in his charming Connecticut home\, Sidney Bruhl\, a successful writer of Broadway thrillers\, is struggling to overcome a dry spell which has resulted in a string of failures and a shortage of funds. A possible break in his fortunes occurs when he receives a script from a student in the seminar he has been conducting at a nearby college—a thriller that Sidney recognizes immediately as a potential Broadway smash. Sidney’s plan\, devised with his wife’s help\, is to offer collaboration to the student for co-credit. Or is it? DEATHTRAP provides twists and turns of devilish cleverness\, and offers hilariously sudden shocks in such abundance that audiences will be spellbound until the very last moment. \n“It is a classic thriller\, a genre with a style\, a manner and an audience of its own.” —New York Post. \n“The intricately fashioned plot contortions brought gasps\, the comedy lines drew delighted chortles…” —The Hollywood Reporter. \n“Two-thirds a thriller and one-third a devilishly clever comedy… Suspend your disbelief and be delighted. Scream a little. It’s good for you.” —Cue Magazine. \n“If you care to assassinate yourself with laughter\, try DEATHTRAP.” —Time Magazine. \n* “Deathtrap” is presented by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service\, Inc.\, New York. \n*Established by Members of the Dramatists Guild of the Authors League of America for the Handling of the Acting Rights of Members’ Plays and the encouragement of the    American Theatre \n* www.dramatists.com \n  \nTHE CAST\nSidney…………………..William BlackLance \nHelga……………………………Lynn Peterson \nMyra…………………………Josephine Julian \nClifford………………………..Kyle Benjamin \nPorter………………………John Eisenbraun
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SUMMARY:A CHRISTMAS STORY: AUDITIONS
DESCRIPTION:WHO: Is being a Ralphie right up your alley? Or maybe you are directing your skills towards the Dad doting on an lustful leg-lamp? We need all the actors to bring the action of this family favorite!  \nWHAT: A CHRISTMAS STORY AUDITIONS  \nWHERE: Matthews Opera House Theater 612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish \nWHEN: October 23 & 24 6:00-8:00pm \nWHY: Since boredom gets tongues stuck to poles\, make being part of this show one of your holiday goals!  \nHOW: What to expect:No experience necessary! You will be asked to read with other participants from sections of the script previously selected by the directors. All auditions will be performed as a “cold read” (seeing the script for the first time). \nAuditions are also a great time to express your interest in backstage work\, set building\, lights and all of the other necessary skills that make a show great! Stop by if you have any interest in the action “behind the scenes” and visit with the directors.  \n\nPERFORMANCES: “A Christmas Story” performances are scheduled for Friday-Sunday\, December 13-15; Tuesday\, December 17; and Friday-Sunday\, December 20-22 \n\nTHIS IS GOING TO BE ALMOST AS MAGICAL AS A LEG LAMP…\nDirected by Melita Quinonez\, the family favorite created by humorist Jean Shepherd’s memoir of growing up in the midwest in the 1940s follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas. Ralphie pleads his case before his mother\, his teacher and even Santa Claus himself at Higbee’s Department Store. The consistent response: “You’ll shoot your eye out!” All the elements from the beloved motion picture are here\, including the family’s temperamental exploding furnace; Scut Farkas\, the school bully; the boys’ experiment with a wet tongue on a cold lamppost; the Little Orphan Annie decoder pin; Ralphie’s father winning a lamp shaped like a woman’s leg in a net stocking; Ralphie’s fantasy scenarios and more. A Christmas Story is destined to become a theatrical holiday perennial. \n“A Christmas Story is still … one of the more enchanting ways to be transported to a world beyond our own. Yet it also serves to remind us how lucky we are to live a culturally rich life … and Philip Grecian’s thoughtful stage adaptation preserves the old … references.” —Plain Dealer \n“Classics bloom quickly in modern times … you don’t have to have grown up with 9-year-old Ralphie Parker and his ache for an air rifle under the tree to think of A Christmas Story as a Christmas must. And [this] version is just as kindly and just as cockeyed as A Christmas Story is meant to be.” —Orlando Sentinel \n“Grecian’s script retains Shepherd’s wry\, tongue-in-cheek humor.” —Orange County Register \n 
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SUMMARY:Rand Higbee Reception
DESCRIPTION:WHO: You! \nWHAT: A special reception honoring SHS Hall of Fame inductee Rand Higbee \nWHERE: Matthews Opera House Fireplace Room \nWHEN: Sunday\, October 20th at 2 pm \nWHY: To celebrate a homegrown playwright and soon-to-be Hall of Famer! \nHOW: Please join us for this free celebration and reception! \nSpearfish native Rand Higbee is being inducted into the Spearfish High School Fine Arts Hall of Fame! Please join us at the Matthews on Sunday\, October 20 at 2 pm to celebrate this honor with a free reception offering refreshments\, a little history\, and an informal presentation of the playwright’s work. \nAbout Rand Higbee…\nOriginally from Spearfish\, South Dakota\, Rand Higbee obtained a Theatre degree from South Dakota State University and a Master of Fine Arts in Playwriting from the University of Nevada\, Las Vegas. While at UNLV his first full-length play\, Sir Isaac’s Duel\, was named as an alternate to the National American College Theatre Festival held at the Kennedy Center. \nRand first attended the Valdez Theatre Conference in 2006 and has become a regular ever since. In recent years\, most of his published and produced plays underwent the developmental process in Valdez before being produced elsewhere. A few career highlights: His short play Next! has become one of the most often performed high school one-acts in the country. He won a Wisconsin Wrights award for his superhero play The Lightning Bug. The debut production of his full-length A Girl Named Destiny at the Venus Theater in Laurel\, Maryland\, was named one of the best plays of the year by DC Metro Theatre Arts. Rand is also the author of Kid Dakota and Plays from the Valdez Theatre Conference. He is one of Alaska’s most produced writers of the past two decades. \n\nHis plays are mostly family friendly\, with wildly engaging plots and distinct characters who all have opportunities for actors to shine. They’re fun\, always\, and funny\, always. They invariably have a good heart and wryly positive messages\, tinged with a little bemused cynicism about the human condition.\n– Dawson Moore\nCoordinator\, Valdez Theatre Conference \n\nIn his own words…\nI was lucky to grow up in Spearfish\, South Dakota. My family had lived in larger cities when I was very young: St. Paul\, Minnesota and Reno\, Nevada. Little Spearfish\, however\, seemed to be the right size to me. Small\, friendly\, surrounded by the Black Hills\, I would say that if Spearfish didn’t have it then you probably didn’t need it. \nOne thing Spearfish did have was a college. My Dad taught there and he and my Mom would take my brothers Paul\, Scott\, and me (our little sister Susan too\, but she came along later) to all of the theatre productions. I learned at an early age that seeing a movie might be fun\, but seeing the action live on stage was magic. I don’t even remember when or where\, but sometime in my single digit years I saw a production of Harvey. That sold me. Magic. \nReading through Plays from the Valdez Theatre Conference you will see what else entertained me while growing up in Spearfish: Baseball. (The Last Ballgame.) Late night\, bad science fiction movies. (The Head That Wouldn’t Die and Shaula: Queen of the Universe.) Superheroes. (The Lightning Bug.) TV sitcoms. (At Home With the Clarks.) Comedians. (Born a Clown.) My pets. (The Feral Child.) \nAfter becoming familiar with my comedies people inevitably ask me if I write dramas as well. I have in the past. (The Last Ballgame I consider to be the last non-comedy I have ever written.) However\, I’ve been around this business long enough to realize you have to play to your strengths. Maya Angelou said\, “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said\, people will forget what you did\, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” I believe that if I left this Earth tomorrow people would remember me by saying that I made them laugh. What more could I ask?
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SUMMARY:SATURDAY WORKSHOPS AT ONE: BASIC WEAVING WITH MARY BAKER
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY ART & CRAFT WORKSHOPS AT ONE\nWHO: You with Mary Baker as your instructor! \nWHAT: WORKSHOP AT ONE Basic Weaving \nWHERE: Matthews 612 N Main Street \nWHEN: October 19th at 1pm (Workshops are held on the First and Third Saturday of every month at 1 PM running from September through December) \nWHY: Immerse yourself in a creative environment right here at the Matthews! \nHOW: \n\n\n   Participants the age of 12 & under must have accompaniment. \n\n\n   Registration Fee: $30 per 2hr Session (12 & Under: $20) \n\n\n    Class size is limited to 12 participants \n\n\n    All materials will be provided \n\n  To register or learn more visit https://www.matthewsopera.com/workshops/ or call the gallery at (605)642-7973\n\n____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nOCTOBER 19th ART & CRAFT WORKSHOPS AT ONE \n{ BASIC WEAVING}\nINSTRUCTOR: MARY BAKER \nReady to explore the ancient art of weaving? Join us for a hands-on workshop with Craft Guru Mary Baker where you’ll learn the basics of weaving and create your very own woven piece. Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience\, this workshop is perfect for anyone who loves to craft and create! \n_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nSATURDAY ART & CRAFT WORKSHOPS AT ONE\nAre you looking to unleash your creativity? Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned artist\, this workshop is for you! Our art workshops are designed for everyone\, whether you’re a beginner exploring your creative side or an experienced artist looking to refine your skills. Join us for an immersive experience that will ignite your passion for art and help you develop new techniques in a supportive and inspiring environment.  Workshops will be held on the First and Third Saturday of every month at 1 PM running from September through December. Workshops will last 2-3 hours depending on the project. Registration costs $30 per person (12 & Under is $20) and materials will be provided\, just bring your imagination! To register or learn more visit https://www.matthewsopera.com/workshops/ or call the gallery at (605)642-7973.  \n_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \n2024 Workshop Schedule\nWorkshops are held on the First and Third Saturday of every month at 1 PM running from September through December. \nSept 7: Fiber Art with Desy Schoenewies \nSept 21: Paper Mache with Joanna Mechaley \nOctober 5: Cyanotypes with Tia Erin \nOctober 19: Weaving with Mary Baker \nNovember 2: Polaroid Transfers with Roger O’Dea (Tentative) \nNovember 16: TBD with Annalina Scalise \nDecember 7: TBD \nDecember 21: TBD \n 
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SUMMARY:3RD ANNUAL "GETTING OUR ACTS TOGETHER: A NIGHT OF NORTHERN HILLS ONE-ACTS"
DESCRIPTION:WHO: YOU! Taking a journey to Belle Fourche Area Community Theater\, the Historic Homestake Opera House\, the Mathews Opera House\, and for the first time this year\, Sturgis Community Theater \nWHAT: A night of Northern Hills One-Acts (GETTING OUR ACTS TOGETHER aka “GOAT”)\nThe performance\, aptly named for the collaboration between the Matthews Opera House\, Homestake Theater Works\, Sturgis Community Theater and the Belle Fourche Area Community Theater\, will feature four one-act plays presented by four separate directors and casts. Each of the shows will be around 30 to 45 minutes long\, to create a full evening of entertainment. \nWHERE & WHEN:   \n\nOctober 10 in Belle Fourche\nOctober 11 in Lead\nOctober 12 in Sturgis\nand finishing the run in Spearfish on October 13\n\nWHY: The idea for GOAT was born out of a desire for all the Northern Hills theaters to collaborate more and encourage creative exchanges. Not only does this show give the actors and crew of each one-act a fantastic opportunity to get to know one another better\, it gives the chance for the audience of each town to see a production by another local theater they may have never seen before. \nOctober 10\, 7 pm at Belle Fourche Rec Center Auditorium (111 National Street\, Belle Fourche)\nOctober 11\, 7 pm at the Historic Homestake Opera House (313 W. Main Street\, Lead)\nOctober 12\, 7 pm at Sturgis Community Center (1401 Lazelle Street\, Sturgis)\nOctober 13\, 2 pm at Matthews Opera House (612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish) \nFor tickets\, contact the theater you wish to attend by visiting their website or calling their box office. Tickets will also be available at the door prior to each performance. \nBelle Fourche presents “Charlie’s Masterpiece” | Lead actors present “Dad-Joke Intervention” |  Sturgis actors present “Lawyer\, Lawyer” | Spearfish actors present “The Staged Murder” \n“The Staged Murder”\nShots are heard and a body is found when the officers arrived at the theater to investigate the tragic event – or is it a comedy of errors as they find themselves upstaged by a variety of suspects who take them on a musical trail to the final curtain. \n  \n 
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SUMMARY:Bellman Brown Bag Series - THE BELLMAN EFFECT
DESCRIPTION:WHO: Paul Higbee\, Dr. Janeen Larsen\, Jean Helmer\, Dick Termes\, Dr. Amy Fuqua\, and Michael Pangburn honoring Wanda and Stewart Bellman \nWHAT: A special extended Bellman to honor Wanda and Stewart Bellman in discussions\, sharing memories\, adventures\, and all the things they did for this community!  \nReception to follow \nWHERE: Matthews Opera House Theater  \nWHEN: Wednesday October 9 from 12:00 to 1:00 with reception to follow \nWHY: To explore ideas\, history\, literature\, art\, and culture  \nHOW: BYOB-Bring your own bite-to-eat\, take a seat\, and enjoy entertainment for an hour while you devour \n\nTHIS IS THE BELLMAN OF ALL BELLMANS : THE BELLMAN EFFECT\nHONORING: WANDA & STEWART BELLMAN in an extended Bellman Brown Bag Series celebrating this highly influential and dedicated duo!\n\nWE’VE GOT YOUR LUNCH HOUR IN THE BAG!\nAs we carry-on through the lunch hour we hope you enjoy a comfortable seat at our table and the splendor of your surroundings. We welcome you to invite friends\, family\, and even that crazy co-worker to try something new at noon! \nFor more information on how to connect to our community here at the Matthews\, give us a call at (605)642-7973\, email us at ad@matthewsopera.com\, or find us on facebook \nTHE PRESENTERS\nEducators\, arts advocates\, and philanthropists\, Wanda and Stewart Bellman have established a substantial list of achievements and contributions to the Spearfish community. This month\, the Matthews presents a special dialogue with those who know the Bellmans best at our first-ever “Bellman of all Bellmans\,” honoring the namesake and creators of the monthly lecture series. Please join us on Wednesday\, October 9 at noon as guests Paul Higbee\, Dr. Janeen Larsen\, Jean Helmer\, Dick Termes\, Dr. Amy Fuqua\, and Michael Pangburn present a colorful and captivating discussion about two of our community’s most passionate supporters. \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 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  \n  \n 
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SUMMARY:MATTHEWS SPEAKEASY
DESCRIPTION:WHO: 21+ years old \nWHAT: Matthews Speakeasy \nWHERE: Matthews Opera House and Arts Center 612 N Main Street Spearfish \nWHEN: October 5th at 7:00 pm (run time approx 3 hours) \nWHY: Why? Because you won’t have a better time than this! \nHOW: Get the password!\nVisit one of our fine sponsors and tell them “I’m here to see a man about a dog.”\n \n \n \n  \n \nThey’ll share the password with you on the down low\, you know? \nOnce you’ve got it\, get ahold of us at the Matthews. Call us at (605) 642-7973\, stop into the Gallery at 612 N. Main Street\, or even just click this handy ticket link… \nEnter the password and\, badda-bing! You’re on your way to Ticketsville. \n(Psssttt… is there a doctor in the house? A special thank you to Monument Health for their partnership on this shindig. Ring-a-ding-ding\, thanks for helping us swing!)\n \n\n\n\n\nTHE EVENT\nQueen City/Party Time Liquor and the Matthews present… the Matthews Speakeasy! \nGet out your glad rags and grab your favorite dame for the event to end all events at the Matthews! If you’ve gotten this far\, you’re one step closer to getting your foot in the door of the Matthews Speakeasy. (But\, remember\, you’ve got to be 21+) \nThis juice joint’s gonna be the cat’s pajamas. Dance the night away to the Porch Swing Band\, and (for the first time ever on the Matthews stage) the Lucas Olson Trio featuring Sophia Beatty! Plus\, tickle your funny bone with the stylings of CBUG Comedy–this cat’s gonna slay you! \nOur friends at Party Time/Queen City Liquor will keep the giggle juice flowing. Plus\, you know him\, you love him\, he’s America’s sweetheart\, our emcee Bobby Moye is the ab-so-lute berries. Dress the part and get ready to Charleston because the dance floor’s open all night! \nWant a ticket? Get the password. (You read the instructions above\, right? Yep\, we thought so… Let’s recap: Visit one of our sponsors. Tell them\, “I’m here to see a man about a dog.” They’ll get you taken care of. \n\n\n\n\nTHE LINEUP\nPorch Swing Band \n\n\n\n\n\nPorch Swing began on back porches across South Dakota and Minnesota\, with a rotating cast of talented musicians paying tribute to the music of Django Reinhardt and the long heritage of jazzers that play his unique style of uptempo acoustic swing. Now based in the Black Hills\, the present collective includes Dylan Lewis\, Louis Umbarger\, Alex Diaz\, Ben Lemay\, Jeremy Quick\, & James Schragg. \nGive them a listen… \nPORCH SWING BAND \n  \n\n  \nCBUG Comedy\nCollin “CBUG” Smith is a local comedian right out of the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota. He draws relatable material from being a father and facing the challenges of parenthood with his beautiful wife\, where they live in Spearfish. While a man well-traveled\, he has called South Dakota home since 2004. Collin discovered his love for standup comedy while attending college at the University of South Dakota. \nGive him a listen… \nCBUG Comedy \n  \n\n  \nLucas Olson Trio:\nGive them a listen… \n \n  \n\n\n\nSophia Beatty: \n\n\n\nBased in the Black Hills of South Dakota\, 25-year-old singer and songwriter Sophia Beatty sings with passion and heart that can be truly felt. She is known for her ability to sing classic jazz and soul cover music. From Etta James to Ella Fitzgerald to Aretha Franklin\, she covers a whole variety of well-known music that gets people up on their feet and singing along. \nBuilding on this creative powerhouse of covers\, Sophia has recently taken to the streets to share her original creations as well\, which have been applauded greatly by the regional music community. She is already well on her way to becoming a staple of the Northern Plains musical experience. Sophia’s gift of synesthesia makes her original acoustic songs unique and emotionally moving. The journey her music will bring you on is something one must experience when traveling through the Black Hills. \nGive her a listen… \nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Boh7e7NG98M&t=59s \n 
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SUMMARY:SATURDAY WORKSHOPS AT ONE: CYANOTYPES WITH TIA ERIN
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY ART & CRAFT WORKSHOPS AT ONE\nWHO: You with Tia Erin as your instructor! \nWHAT: WORKSHOPS AT ONE Cyanotypes \nWHERE: Matthews 612 N Main Street  \nWHEN: October 5 at 1pm (Workshops are held on the First and Third Saturday of every month at 1 PM running from September through December) \nWHY: Immerse yourself in a creative environment right here at the Matthews! \nHOW: \n\n\n   Participants the age of 12 & under must have accompaniment. \n\n\n   Registration Fee: $30 per 2hr Session (12 & Under: $20) \n\n\n    Class size is limited to 12 participants \n\n\n    All materials will be provided \n\n  To register or learn more visit https://www.matthewsopera.com/workshops/ or call the gallery at (605)642-7973\n\n____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nOCTOBER 5th ART & CRAFT WORKSHOP AT ONE \n{ CYANOTYPES }\nINSTRUCTOR: TIA ERIN \nCome join us as we take a step back into history and explore one of the first printing-out processes created. 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. Hosted by Tia Erin\, participants will use a variety of objects from nature and acetate film paper to create their unique prints. \n_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nSATURDAY ART & CRAFT WORKSHOPS AT ONE\nAre you looking to unleash your creativity? Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned artist\, this workshop is for you! Our art workshops are designed for everyone\, whether you’re a beginner exploring your creative side or an experienced artist looking to refine your skills. Join us for an immersive experience that will ignite your passion for art and help you develop new techniques in a supportive and inspiring environment.  Workshops will be held on the First and Third Saturday of every month at 1 PM running from September through December. Workshops will last 2-3 hours depending on the project. Registration costs $30 per person (12 & Under is $20) and materials will be provided\, just bring your imagination! To register or learn more visit https://www.matthewsopera.com/workshops/ or call the gallery at (605)642-7973.  \n_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \n2024 Workshop Schedule\nWorkshops are held on the First and Third Saturday of every month at 1 PM running from September through December. \nSept 7: Fiber Art with Desy Schoenewies \nSept 21: Paper Mache with Joanna Mechaley \nOctober 5: Cyanotypes with Tia Erin \nOctober 19: Weaving with Mary Baker \nNovember 2: Polaroid Transfers with Roger O’Dea (Tentative) \nNovember 16: TBD with Annalina Scalise \nDecember 7: TBD \nDecember 21: TBD \n 
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SUMMARY:A Midsummer Night's Dream
DESCRIPTION:WHO: YOU!  \nWHAT: A Midsummer Night’s Dream \nWHERE: Matthews Opera House Theater 612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish \nWHEN:  \nWHY: To enjoy a performance sure to please! \nHOW: You can purchase tickets online at matthewsopera.com\, call us at 605.642.7973\, or stop into the Gallery at 612 Main Street Spearfish \n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\nA Midsummer Night’s Dream \n A comedy play written by William Shakespeare in about 1595 or 1596. The play is set in Athens\, and consists of several subplots that revolve around the marriage of Theseus and Hippolyta. One subplot involves a conflict among four Athenian lovers. Another follows a group of six amateur actors rehearsing the play which they are to perform before the wedding. Both groups find themselves in a forest inhabited by fairies who manipulate the humans and are engaged in their own domestic intrigue. A Midsummer Night’s Dream is one of Shakespeare’s most popular and widely performed plays. \n 
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SUMMARY:SATURDAY WORKSHOPS AT ONE: PAPER MACHE TEACUPS WITH JOANNA MECHALEY
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY ART & CRAFT WORKSHOPS AT ONE\nWHO: You with Joanna Mechaley as your instructor! \nWHAT: WORKSHOP AT ONE Paper Mache Teacups \nWHERE: Matthews 612 N Main Street \nWHEN: September 21 at 1pm (Workshops are held on the First and Third Saturday of every month at 1 PM running from September through December) \nWHY: Immerse yourself in a creative environment right here at the Matthews! \nHOW: \n\n\n   Participants the age of 12 & under must have accompaniment. \n\n\n   Registration Fee: $30 per 2hr Session (12 & Under: $20) \n\n\n    Class size is limited to 12 participants \n\n\n    All materials will be provided \n\n  To register or learn more visit https://www.matthewsopera.com/workshops/ or call the gallery at (605)642-7973\n\n____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nSEPTEMBER 21ST ART & CRAFT WORKSHOP AT ONE \n{ PAPER MACHE TEACUPS}\nINSTRUCTOR: JOANNA MECHALEY \nCome join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to create your very own paper mache teacup! In this workshop\, Joanna Mechaley will guide you step by step in crafting a beautiful and unique teacup from recycled materials. Spaces are limited\, so be sure to reserve your spot today! Bring your friends\, family\, or just yourself\, and enjoy a creative afternoon. \n_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nSATURDAY ART & CRAFT WORKSHOPS AT ONE\nAre you looking to unleash your creativity? Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned artist\, this workshop is for you! Our art workshops are designed for everyone\, whether you’re a beginner exploring your creative side or an experienced artist looking to refine your skills. Join us for an immersive experience that will ignite your passion for art and help you develop new techniques in a supportive and inspiring environment.  Workshops will be held on the First and Third Saturday of every month at 1 PM running from September through December. Workshops will last 2-3 hours depending on the project. Registration costs $30 per person (12 & Under is $20) and materials will be provided\, just bring your imagination! To register or learn more visit https://www.matthewsopera.com/workshops/ or call the gallery at (605)642-7973.  \n_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \n2024 Workshop Schedule\nWorkshops are held on the First and Third Saturday of every month at 1 PM running from September through December. \nSept 7: Fiber Art with Desy Schoenewies \nSept 21: Paper Mache with Joanna Mechaley \nOctober 5: Cyanotypes with Tia Erin \nOctober 19: Weaving with Mary Baker \nNovember 2: Polaroid Transfers with Roger O’Dea (Tentative) \nNovember 16: TBD with Annalina Scalise \nDecember 7: TBD \nDecember 21: TBD \n 
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SUMMARY:Queen City SONGWRITERS INVITATIONAL
DESCRIPTION:WHO: Queen City Songwriters Invitational \nWHAT: MUSIC FESTIVAL! \nWHERE: MATTHEWS OPERA HOUSE 612 N Main Street \nWHEN: SEPTEMBER 20TH & SEPTEMBER 21ST \nWHY: Dedicated to elevating the voices of local and regional songwriters \nHOW: Tickets are $25 per show or $40 bundle AND get both nights. \nThe main event starts at 7pm. First hour is the opening acts with 12-13 artists performing one original song each before the headliner goes on at 8pm.\n\n\nWe will be selling tickets online and at the door event night (unless sold out before the event)\n\nTo preorder your tickets you must order online with links below:\n\nJami Lynn ticket website is https://QCSIJamiLynn.eventbrite.com\n\nJonathan Byrd ticket website is https://QCSIJonathanByrd.eventbrite.com\n\n\n(**Please note there will not be ticket sales through the Matthews)\n_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________\nNight 1:  \nJamie Lynn (September 20th) Join us on Friday night for an unforgettable evening of live music. Jamie Lynn\, known for her enchanting voice and captivating stage presence\, will take you on a musical journey with her soulful tunes and heartfelt lyrics. A celebrated artist in the region\, Jamie Lynn’s music blends folk\, blues\, and Americana\, delivering powerful stories and emotional depth. This is a performance you won’t want to miss! \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nNight 2:  \nJonathan Byrd (September 21st) On Saturday night\, don’t miss the captivating performance of Jonathan Byrd\, a preacher’s kid\, Gulf War veteran\, and award-winning songwriter with a near-cult following. Known for his deceptively simple\, working-class songs that have become campfire standards\, Jonathan Byrd will take you on a journey from hell-raising sing-alongs to heart-wrenching ballads. Experience the magic of Jonathan Byrd’s music and enjoy another night of unforgettable musical talent and storytelling. \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nOpening Acts:  \nEach night will begin with performances by several talented artists invited to the Queen City Songwriters Invitational\, showcasing their unique voices and original music. These artists have been performing at various venues around Spearfish throughout the weekend\, and this is your chance to see them all in one place before the headliners take the stage. \nAbout the Queen City Songwriters Invitational: \nThe Queen City SongwritersInvitational is a forthcoming music festival dedicated to elevating the voices of local and regional songwriters and nurturing a community deeply appreciative of original music. This festival aims to transform Spearfish into a dynamic hub where the art of songwriting is not only celebrated but also integrated into the fabric of our cultural identity. Join us in celebrating the creativity and passion of songwriters and experience the magic of original music. Featuring 6 venues from noon to 5pm on both Sept. 20th and Sept 21st in beautiful downtown Spearfish\, each hosting 3 artists performing original music in a writers round setting. \nTicket Options: \n\nSingle Night Ticket: Choose to attend either Night 1 with Jamie Lynn or Night 2 with Jonathan Byrd.\n\nTwo-Night Pass: Enjoy both nights of incredible music and storytelling at a discounted rate. \nTickets are $25 per show or $40 bundle AND get both nights. \nThe main event starts at 7pm. First hour is the opening acts with 12-13 artists performing one original song each before the headliner goes on at 8pm.\n\n\nWe will be selling tickets online and at the door event night (unless sold out before the event)\n\nTo preorder your tickets you must order online with links below:\n(**Please note there will not be ticket sales through the Matthews)\n\n\nJami Lynn ticket website is https://QCSIJamiLynn.eventbrite.com\n\n  \n\nJonathan Byrd ticket website is https://QCSIJonathanByrd.eventbrite.com\n\n  \n\n  \nBring your friends and enjoy two nights of extraordinary musical talent at The Matthews Opera House. Don’t miss out on this celebration of songwriters and original music! \n 
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SUMMARY:Community Art Show Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:WHO: Anyone who loves ART. \nWHAT: Reception for the Community Art Show on exhibit from September 16 – November 8 \nWHERE: Matthews Opera House Gallery 612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish \nWHEN: September 20th 5-7PM \nWHY: From fridge art to fine art this is one of the most expansive exhibits The Matthews has to offer! \n  \nFor details on summiting work visit: https://www.matthewsopera.com/community-art/ \n  \n 
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SUMMARY:THEATER RUNNING IN PLACE 2024
DESCRIPTION:WHO: Come one\, Come all enjoy our Community this Fall!  \nWHAT: Theater Running in Place \nWHERE: In the Matthews Opera House Theater.  \nWHEN:  September 15\, 2:00 pm \nWHY: Community\, Connection\, and Creativity? Why NOT? \nOur special matinee performance of “Theater Running in Place” presents all the fun and variety of Theater on the Run in a single venue: the Matthews Opera House Theater. Our actors will perform a series of five playlets on the Matthews stage with appetizers available between each show in the fireplace room.  \n  \n   A sporting chance: \n         Ticket sales begin on August 15 at 10 am. This will be strictly enforced. Tickets sell out quickly and we want to ensure every patron has an equal opportunity to get theirs.  \n  \n  A little advice for groups: \n         If attending the performance with a group\, we recommend purchasing all tickets in one transaction to ensure seats are available to accommodate the entire party. If you must purchase them separately\, please pay careful attention to your “starting” location to make sure the whole party “starts their run” in the same venue. Due to seating limitations\, we are unable to make changes once your purchase is complete. \n  \n\nTHE SHOWS THAT WILL HAVE US ON OUR TOES \n“ALMOST MAIN” by John Cariani Directors: Charlotte Fladmoe\, Matt Woodard\, Cami Dohman\, Lisa Myhre\, Shirlene Joseph\nA woman carries her heart\, broken into nineteen pieces\, in a small paper bag. A man shrinks to half his former size\, after losing hope in love. A couple keep the love they have given each other in large red bags\, or compress the mass into the size of a diamond. These playful and surreal experiences are commonplace in the world of John Cariani’s Almost\, Maine\, where on one deeply cold and magical Midwinter Night\, the citizens of Almost — not organized enough for a town\, too populated for a wilderness — experience the life-altering power of the human heart. Relationships end\, begin\, or change beyond recognition\, as strangers become friends\, friends become lovers\, and lovers turn into strangers. Propelled by the mystical energy of the aurora borealis and populated with characters who are humorous\, plain-spoken\, thoughtful\, and sincere\, Almost\, Maine is a series of loosely connected tales about love\, each with a compelling couple at its center\, each with its own touch of sorcery. \n  \n 
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SUMMARY:Bellman Brown Bag Series
DESCRIPTION:WHO: Dr. Justin Bergh\, Ph.D\, Professor Skott Chanler\, & Professor Allen Morris on the feature film “Sitts: In the Chair”  \nWHAT: Free  lecture as part of the Monthly Bellman Brown Bag Series  \nWHERE: Matthews Opera House Theater  \nWHEN: Wednesday September 11 from 12:00 to 1:00 \nWHY: To explore ideas\, history\, literature\, art\, and culture  \nHOW: BYOB-Bring your own bite-to-eat\, take a seat\, and enjoy entertainment for an hour while you devour \n\nWE’VE GOT YOUR LUNCH HOUR IN THE BAG!\nSitts: In the Chair is a narrative feature film closely based on the 1946 murders of DCI Agent Tom Matthews and Butte County Sheriff Dave Malcolm by George Sitts and the subsequent manhunt\, capture\, trial\, and execution of Sitts. The film is a dark comedy and true-crime drama that explores a historic\, but underexplored event in South Dakota history. \nBasement Revolution Films is the collaborative venture of three interdisciplinary artists based in Spearfish\, South Dakota\, at Black Hills State University with an interest in deep narrative and aesthetically powerful filmmaking.  \nAs we carry-on through the lunch hour we hope you enjoy a comfortable seat at our table and the splendor of your surroundings. We welcome you to invite friends\, family\, and even that crazy co-worker to try something new at noon! \nFor more information on how to connect to our community here at the Matthews\, give us a call at (605)642-7973\, email us at ad@matthewsopera.com\, or find us on facebook \nTHE PRESENTERS\nDR. JUSTIN BERGH\, Ph.D \nDr. Justin Bergh\, Ph.D\, researches the concepts of power\, politics\, and the value placed on human life and experience. \nPROFESSOR SKOTT CHANDLER \nProfessor Skott Chandler is a trained photographer and former musician whose work examines the line between fact and fiction in human media consumption. \nPROFESSOR ALLEN MORRIS \nProfessor Allen Morris is a lens-based artist with a deep interest in the concepts of place and history. \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 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  \n  \n 
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SUMMARY:THEATER ON THE RUN 2024
DESCRIPTION:WHO: Come one\, Come all enjoy our Community this Fall! \nWHAT: Theater on the Run \nWHERE:  Theater on the Run begins in the Matthews Theatre\, and then the four different groups will venture to different locations. After each group has enjoyed a 15-20 minute play\, the audience rotates to the next location to view the next production. This will continue until the finale\, where all four groups will meet back the Matthews Opera House for the last show. \nWHEN: September 7 & 14\, 6:00 – 9:00 pm \nWHY: Community\, Connection\, and Creativity? Why NOT? \nHOW:  How does Theater on the Run (TOTR) work? \n TOTR is a fun and unique way to experience theater which has made it one of our most popular events each year. A limited amount of tickets are available and the event has quickly sold out since 2012\, so make sure to get them early. This event is one you won’t want to miss! Tickets are only sold in The Matthews art gallery or online and must be purchased in advance. The participating venues are NOT selling tickets. \nEach venue will have beverages for sale\, with some offering adult and some offering non-adult beverages. Appetizers are included in the cost of the ticket. \n  \n   A sporting chance: \n         Ticket sales open August 15 at 10 am. This will be strictly enforced. Tickets sell out quickly and we want to ensure every patron has an equal opportunity to get theirs.  \n  \n  A little advice for groups: \n         If attending the performance with a group\, we recommend purchasing all tickets in one transaction to ensure seats are available to accommodate the entire party. If you must purchase them separately\, please pay careful attention to your “starting” location to make sure the whole party “starts their run” in the same venue. Due to seating limitations\, we are unable to make changes once your purchase is complete. \n  \n  Only 104 tickets per evening!\n         We have only 104 tickets each for date for a total of 208 tickets. All tickets are $40. The ticket includes the show and appetizers that are provided by all of the participating downtown venues  Drinks are available at many of the venues\, for an addition cost (proceeds go directly to the venue). \n\nTHE SHOWS THAT WILL HAVE US ON OUR TOES \n“ALMOST MAIN” by John Cariani Directors: Charlotte Fladmoe\, Matt Woodard\, Cami Dohman\, Lisa Myhre\, Shirlene Joseph\nA woman carries her heart\, broken into nineteen pieces\, in a small paper bag. A man shrinks to half his former size\, after losing hope in love. A couple keep the love they have given each other in large red bags\, or compress the mass into the size of a diamond. These playful and surreal experiences are commonplace in the world of John Cariani’s Almost\, Maine\, where on one deeply cold and magical Midwinter Night\, the citizens of Almost — not organized enough for a town\, too populated for a wilderness — experience the life-altering power of the human heart. Relationships end\, begin\, or change beyond recognition\, as strangers become friends\, friends become lovers\, and lovers turn into strangers. Propelled by the mystical energy of the aurora borealis and populated with characters who are humorous\, plain-spoken\, thoughtful\, and sincere\, Almost\, Maine is a series of loosely connected tales about love\, each with a compelling couple at its center\, each with its own touch of sorcery. \n  \nSaturday\, Sept. 7th \n\n\n\nVenue\nDirector\nScene / Performers\nDocent\n\n\nMOH \nTheater\nMatt \nWoodard\nPrologue \nJim Huff/ Pam Wagner\n\n\n\nGallery\nCharlotte \nDougherty\nHer Heart \nShelby & Chris Ewert\nKatie Hood\n\n\nSt. Vincent’s\nMelita \nQuinonez\nSad And Glad \nJohn Eisenbraun /Lisa Jung /Caroline McVey\nJane Holstein\n\n\nBlackbird\nLisa \nMyher\nGetting It Back \nSrephanie Bussiere / Gideon Gilger\nMitch Mechaley\n\n\nEngle-Volker\nMatt \nWoodard\nSeeing the Thing \nAmy & Travis Ruff\nJulia O’Neil-King\n\n\nMOH-Theater\nCami \nDohman\nStory of Hope \nLynn Pederson/Bruce Woodard\n\n\n\nMOH \nTheater\nMatt \nWoodard\nEpilogue \nJim Huff/ Pam Wagner\n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n  \nSaturday\, Sep. 14th \n\n\n\nVenue\nDirector\nScene / Performers\nDocent\n\n\nMOH \nTheater\nMatt \nWoodard\nPrologue \nJim Huff/ Pam Wagner\n\n\n\nCommon Grounds\nCharlotte \nDougherty\nHer Heart \nShelby & Chris Ewert\nDennis Walkins\n\n\nJitter Joint\nMelita \nQuinonez\nSad And Glad \nJohn Eisenbraun /Lisa Jung /Caroline Mc Vey\nJane Holstein\n\n\nGood Earth\nLisa \nMyher\nGetting It Back \nSrephanie Bussiere / Gideon Gilger\nSandi Nauman\n\n\n621\nMatt \nWoodard\nSeeing the Thing \nAmy & Travis Ruff\nMelissa & Jeremy Barnett\n\n\nMOH-Theater\nCami \nDohman\nStory of Hope \nLynn Pederson/Bruce Woodard\n\n\n\nMOH \nTheater\nMatt \nWoodard\nEpilogue \nJim Huff/ Pam Wagner\n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n\nA SHOW THAT HAS US ON THE GO (LITERALLY)!\nWhat exactly is Theater on the Run (TOTR?): The Matthews is excited to enter the 13th year of Theater on the Run! Think of it as progressive theater. Small groups of theatre patrons–25 people each– start at different locations. After each group has enjoyed a 15-20 minute play\, the audience rotates to the next location to view the next production. \n  \n 
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SUMMARY:SATURDAY WORKSHOPS AT ONE: FIBER ART WITH DESY SCHOENEWEIS
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY ART & CRAFT WORKSHOPS AT ONE\nWHO: You with Desy Schoeneweis as your instructor! \nWHAT: WORKSHOPS AT ONE Fiber Art  \nWHERE: Matthews 612 N Main Street  \nWHEN: September 7 at 1pm (Workshops are held on the First and Third Saturday of every month at 1 PM running from September through December) \nWHY: Immerse yourself in a creative environment right here at the Matthews! \nHOW: \n\n\n   Participants the age of 12 & under must have accompaniment. \n\n\n   Registration Fee: $30 per 2hr Session (12 & Under: $20) \n\n\n    Class size is limited to 12 participants \n\n\n    All materials will be provided \n\n  To register or learn more visit https://www.matthewsopera.com/workshops/ or call the gallery at (605)642-7973\n\n____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nSEPTEMBER 7 ART & CRAFT WORKSHOP AT ONE \n{ FELT STITCHING }\nINSTRUCTOR: DESY SCOHENEWEIES \nReady to get creative and learn a new skill? Whether you’re a crafting newbie or an experienced stitcher\, our Felt Stitching Workshop is the perfect way to spend a fun afternoon! Led by stitch master Desy Schoeneweis\, participants will learn the art of felt stitching\, allowing them to create handmade items while learning basic stitching techniques. \n_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nSATURDAY ART & CRAFT WORKSHOPS AT ONE\nAre you looking to unleash your creativity? Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned artist\, this workshop is for you! Our art workshops are designed for everyone\, whether you’re a beginner exploring your creative side or an experienced artist looking to refine your skills. Join us for an immersive experience that will ignite your passion for art and help you develop new techniques in a supportive and inspiring environment.  Workshops will be held on the First and Third Saturday of every month at 1 PM running from September through December. Workshops will last 2-3 hours depending on the project. Registration costs $30 per person (12 & Under is $20) and materials will be provided\, just bring your imagination! To register or learn more visit https://www.matthewsopera.com/workshops/ or call the gallery at (605)642-7973.  \n_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \n2024 Workshop Schedule\nWorkshops are held on the First and Third Saturday of every month at 1 PM running from September through December. \nSept 7: Fiber Art with Desy Schoenewies \nSept 21: Paper Mache with Joanna Mechaley \nOctober 5: Cyanotypes with Tia Erin \nOctober 19: Weaving with Mary Baker \nNovember 2: Polaroid Transfers with Roger O’Dea (Tentative) \nNovember 16: TBD with Annalina Scalise \nDecember 7: TBD \nDecember 21: TBD \n 
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SUMMARY:AUDITIONS: DEATHTRAP
DESCRIPTION:WHO: The usual suspects…actors \nWHAT: Auditions for DEATHTRAP \nWHERE: Matthews Opera House Theater 612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish \nWHEN:  August 29\, 30\, & 31\, 6-8 pm  \nWHY: It would be a crime not to Audition \nHOW: No experience necessary! You will be asked to read with other participants from sections of the script previously selected by the directors. All auditions will be performed as a “cold read” (seeing the script for the first time). Auditions are also a great time to express your interest in backstage work\, set building\, lights and all of the other necessary skills that make a show great! Stop by if you have any interest in the action “behind the scenes” and visit with the directors.  \n\nPERFORMANCES: “Deathtrap” performances are scheduled for Friday-Sunday\, October 25-27; Tuesday\, October 29; and Friday-Sunday\, November 1-3  \n\nWRITER’S BLOCK LEAVES PEOPLE IN SHOCK…\n“DEATHTRAP” by Ira Levin \nComfortably ensconced in his charming Connecticut home\, Sidney Bruhl\, a successful writer of Broadway thrillers\, is struggling to overcome a dry spell which has resulted in a string of failures and a shortage of funds. A possible break in his fortunes occurs when he receives a script from a student in the seminar he has been conducting at a nearby college—a thriller that Sidney recognizes immediately as a potential Broadway smash. Sidney’s plan\, devised with his wife’s help\, is to offer collaboration to the student for co-credit. Or is it? DEATHTRAP provides twists and turns of devilish cleverness\, and offers hilariously sudden shocks in such abundance that audiences will be spellbound until the very last moment. \n“It is a classic thriller\, a genre with a style\, a manner and an audience of its own.” —New York Post. \n“The intricately fashioned plot contortions brought gasps\, the comedy lines drew delighted chortles…” —The Hollywood Reporter. \n“Two-thirds a thriller and one-third a devilishly clever comedy… Suspend your disbelief and be delighted. Scream a little. It’s good for you.” —Cue Magazine. \n“If you care to assassinate yourself with laughter\, try DEATHTRAP.” —Time Magazine. \n  \n  \n 
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SUMMARY:THEATER ON THE RUN OPENING TICKET SALES 2024
DESCRIPTION:A sporting chance: \n         Ticket sales open August 15 at 10 am. This will be strictly enforced. Tickets sell out quickly and we want to ensure every patron has an equal opportunity to get theirs.  \n  \n  A little advice for groups: \n         If attending the performance with a group\, we recommend purchasing all tickets in one transaction to ensure seats are available to accommodate the entire party. If you must purchase them separately\, please pay careful attention to your “starting” location to make sure the whole party “starts their run” in the same venue. Due to seating limitations\, we are unable to make changes once your purchase is complete. \n  \n  Only 104 tickets per evening!\n         We have only 104 tickets each for date for a total of 208 tickets. All tickets are $40. The ticket includes the show and appetizers that are provided by all of the participating downtown venues  Drinks are available at many of the venues\, for an addition cost (proceeds go directly to the venue). \n  \nWHO: Come one\, Come all enjoy our Community this Fall! \nWHAT: Theater on the Run \nWHERE:  Theater on the Run begins in the Matthews Theatre then the four different groups will venture to different locations. After each group has enjoyed a 15-20 minute play\, the audience rotates to the next location to view the next production. This will continue until the finale\, where all four groups will meet back the Matthews Opera House for the last show. \nWHEN: September 7 & 14\, 6:00 – 9:00 pm \nWHY: Community\, Connection\, and Creativity? Why NOT? \nHOW: How does Theater on the Run (TOTR) work? \n TOTR is a fun and unique way to experience theater which has made it one of our most popular events each year. A limited amount of tickets are available and the event has quickly sold out since 2012\, so make sure to get them early. This event is one you won’t want to miss! Tickets are only sold in The Matthews Gallery or online and must be purchased in advance. The participating venues are NOT selling tickets. \nEach venue will have beverages for sale\, with some offering adult and some offering non-adult beverages. Appetizers are included in the cost of the ticket. \n  \n \n\nTHE SHOWS THAT WILL HAVE US ON OUR TOES \n“ALMOST MAIN” by John Cariani Directors: Charlotte Fladmoe\, Matt Woodard\, Cami Dohman\, Lisa Myhre\, Shirlene Joseph\nA woman carries her heart\, broken into nineteen pieces\, in a small paper bag. A man shrinks to half his former size\, after losing hope in love. A couple keep the love they have given each other in large red bags\, or compress the mass into the size of a diamond. These playful and surreal experiences are commonplace in the world of John Cariani’s Almost\, Maine\, where on one deeply cold and magical Midwinter Night\, the citizens of Almost — not organized enough for a town\, too populated for a wilderness — experience the life-altering power of the human heart. Relationships end\, begin\, or change beyond recognition\, as strangers become friends\, friends become lovers\, and lovers turn into strangers. Propelled by the mystical energy of the aurora borealis and populated with characters who are humorous\, plain-spoken\, thoughtful\, and sincere\, Almost\, Maine is a series of loosely connected tales about love\, each with a compelling couple at its center\, each with its own touch of sorcery. \n  \n\nA SHOW THAT HAS US ON THE GO (LITERALLY)!\nWhat exactly is Theater on the Run (TOTR?): The Matthews is excited to enter the 13th year of Theater on the Run! Think of it as progressive theater. Small groups of theatre patrons–25 people each– start at different locations. After each group has enjoyed a 15-20 minute play\, the audience rotates to the next location to view the next production. \n  \n 
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SUMMARY:Getting Our Acts Together 2024
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n“The Staged Murder”. \nShots are heard and a body is found when the officers arrived at the theater to investigate the tragic event – or is it a comedy of errors as they find themselves upstaged by a variety of suspects who take them on a musical trail to the final curtain.
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SUMMARY:AUDITIONS: THEATER ON THE RUN & GETTING OUR ACTS TOGETHER 2024
DESCRIPTION:WHO: Theater at the Matthews is heating up and we want you to be a part of it! \nWHAT: Auditions for Theater on the Run & Getting Our Acts Together \nWHERE: Matthews Opera House\, 612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish \nWHEN:  July 24 & 25\, 6-8 pm Rehearsals Begin the Following Week \nWHY: Community\, Connection\, and Creativity? Why NOT? \nHOW: No experience necessary! You will be asked to read with other participants from sections of the script previously selected by the directors. All auditions will be performed as a “cold read” (seeing the script for the first time). Auditions are also a great time to express your interest in backstage work\, set building\, lights and all of the other necessary skills that make a show great! Stop by if you have any interest in the action “behind the scenes” and visit with the directors.  \n\nTHE SHOWS THAT WILL HAVE US ON OUR TOES (LITERALLY)\nWhat exactly is Theater on the Run (TOTR?): The Matthews is excited to enter the 13th year of Theater on the Run! Think of it as progressive theater. Small groups of theatre patrons–25 people each– start at different locations. After each group has enjoyed a 15-20 minute play\, the audience rotates to the next location to view the next production.\n\n“ALMOST MAIN” by John Cariani Directors: Charlotte Fladmoe\, Matt Woodard\, Cami Dohman\, Lisa Myhre\nA woman carries her heart\, broken into nineteen pieces\, in a small paper bag. A man shrinks to half his former size\, after losing hope in love. A couple keep the love they have given each other in large red bags\, or compress the mass into the size of a diamond. These playful and surreal experiences are commonplace in the world of John Cariani’s Almost\, Maine\, where on one deeply cold and magical Midwinter Night\, the citizens of Almost — not organized enough for a town\, too populated for a wilderness — experience the life-altering power of the human heart. Relationships end\, begin\, or change beyond recognition\, as strangers become friends\, friends become lovers\, and lovers turn into strangers. Propelled by the mystical energy of the aurora borealis and populated with characters who are humorous\, plain-spoken\, thoughtful\, and sincere\, Almost\, Maine is a series of loosely connected tales about love\, each with a compelling couple at its center\, each with its own touch of sorcery. \nTheater on the Run performs Saturday\, September 7 & 14 at 6 pm with a special matinee “running in place” performance on Sunday\, September 15 at 2 pm. \n…Getting Our Acts Together: Great things happen when we unite!\nOnce again\, we’re joining forces with Belle Fourche and Lead community theaters to present “Getting Our Acts Together\,” a night of Northern Hills one-acts! Each community will select and produce its own one-act play. Both shows will then be presented in each community \n“STAGED MURDER” Written and directed by Julie Walkins.\nWhen authorities are called to a theater to investigate gunshots they discover what it means that the show must go on. Getting Our Acts Together performs in Belle Fourche on October 10; Lead-Deadwood on October 11; Sturgis on October 12; and Spearfish on October 13.  \n\n  \n 
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SUMMARY:Festival in the Park 2024
DESCRIPTION:Spearfish City Park\nIt’s been celebrating artists for 46 years–The Festival in the Park\, one of the largest outdoor summer arts and music festivals in the upper Midwest. Presented by the Matthews Opera House & Arts Center\, it’s not only your favorite summer tradition\, it’s the Matthew’s largest fundraiser of the year! Join us on Saturday\, July 20 from 9 am-6 pm in Spearfish City Park to shop at nearly two hundred fine art\, craft\, and food booths! \nSaturday\, July 20: Vendors Open 9 am – 6 pm \nSunday\, July 21: Vendors Open 10 am – 4 pm \nWith 18 food vendors serving an eclectic variety of cuisines\, there’s something sure to please any appetite. All applications are subject to a juried process to ensure quality\, variety\, and originality. Free live onstage entertainment from local and regional artists is available daily. For those who want to sit with a cool beverage and listen to music\, the “Watering Hole” never fails to please. \nAll New Children’s Circus\nWe have plenty for the kiddos\, too! Visit the Children’s Circus in the volleyball court. Circus events include face painting\, balloon art\, and sand art! \nEntertainment Lineup\nFestival weekend is an exciting time in the Watering Hole refreshment garden. Join us for the very best in live music including Caleigh\, Lucas Olson and the Lucas Olson Trio\, and Maggie Torness! \n \n 
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CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Festival in the Park Wristband Night
DESCRIPTION:Spearfish City Park\nIt’s been celebrating artists for 46 years–The Festival in the Park\, one of the largest outdoor summer arts and music festivals in the upper Midwest. Presented by the Matthews Opera House & Arts Center\, it’s not only your favorite summer tradition\, it’s the Matthew’s largest fundraiser of the year! Join us on Friday\, July 19 from 4-8 pm in Spearfish City Park for a sneak peak at nearly two hundred fine art\, craft\, and food booths! \nShop during the cooler hours\, buy from your favorite vendor a day ahead\, and join us for live music in the Watering Hole. Pre-purchase your $5 wristbands at Matthews Opera House\, Visit Spearfish\, or Spearfish Area Chamber of Commerce. Wristbands will also be available at the entrances to Spearfish City Park prior to the event. \nSo\, What’s New This Year?\nOne word. Tango. \nIntrigued? Read on. \nA full evening of live entertainment starts at 4 pm with Quinlan Valdez. For Quinlan\, music is simply a way of life. His journey began at a young age when started attending live performances and this constant exposure led to an expanding love for live music. After learning the banjo and guitar in his teens\, Quinlan started writing his own songs and making his way as a professional musician. Listeners commonly relate his style to classic and traditional folk music while still realizing his own character. Since 2018\, he has been recording music while performing across Wyoming and neighboring states. \nEnjoy a half hour of classical brilliance with Rushmore Music Festival chamber orchestra at 6 pm. Rushmore Music Festival presents engaging concerts that enrich our quality of life by expanding access to classical music throughout the Black Hills. The program has established itself as one of the most prominent pre-college level programs nationwide and we’re excited to soak up some of their sophistication! \nFollowing the chamber orchestra\, be prepared for the pure musical abandon of Argentine tango when guest musician Daniel Binelli joins the group to bring some spice to a summer night in the park! Whether you prefer to sip a drink and sway in your seat\, or unleash your passion and find a dance partner\, this performance will evoke romance and energy in all its breathless beauty! \n \n \nArt & Craft Vendors\, Live Music\, Food\nWith 18 food vendors serving an eclectic variety of cuisines\, there’s something sure to please any appetite. All applications are subject to a juried process to ensure quality\, variety\, and originality. \nChildren’s Circus\nWe have plenty for the kiddos\, too! Visit the Children’s Circus in the volleyball court. Circus events include face painting\, balloon art\, and aerial activities! \n  \n 
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SUMMARY:Eliza Blue with special guests Jon Bakken and Nicholas Trandahl
DESCRIPTION:WHO: Eliza Blue with special guests Jon Bakken and Nicholas Trandahl \nWHAT: Throw-in for your tickets to be delighted with three exciting avenues in this all-encompassing event! \n\n“Tender Rebellion\,” a Rural Regenerator Fellowship Art Exhibit\n Instrumentation with Eliza\, Jon\, and Nicholas to bring this next portion of the event to LIFE\n And most importantly a compilation of 10 years worth of columns in a very special event the BOOK LAUNCH of “LITTLE PASTURE ON THE PRAIRIE”\n\nWHERE: Matthews Opera House Theater \nWHEN: June 29\, 2024 at 7:00 pm \nWHY: Join us for an event of art\, music\, and book launch to fill the soul and mend the spirit \nHOW: Ticketed Event $20 adults; $10 youth \n  \nGET YOUR TICKETS NOW… \n\nOnline at matthewsopera.com\nIn-person at the Matthews Arts Center Gallery 612 N Main Street Spearfish\nCall the Box Office at (605) 642-7973\n\n  \nMeet the Performers…\n \nELIZA BLUE\nEliza Blue is a writer\, folk musician\, and rancher living on the short grass prairie of western Dakota. Her work has been featured in The New York Times\, The Guardian\, and NPR’s All Songs Considered. Her weekly column\, Little Pasture on the Prairie\, is carried by 19 different print publications\, and she has written and produced seasonal audio ‘postcards’ from her ranch for South Dakota Public Broadcasting and Prairie Public Radio. Her first book\, Accidental Rancher\, was chosen as the Siouxland One Book 2023. Her second book will be released by the South Dakota Historical Society Press in June 2024. \nEliza currently hosts a show celebrating rural art and culture for PBS called ‘Wish You Were Here with Eliza Blue\,’ and she is the director of the Kithship Collective\, an organization devoted to innovative\, ecosystem-specific storytelling. \n  \n \nJON BAKKEN\nJon Bakken is a classical cellist\, jazz bassist\, songwriter\, composer\, and elementary strings teacher from Brookings\, South Dakota. He is also the creator of Tiger Meat\, a zine and website about South Dakotan albums\, which will be collected in hardcover editions the summer of 2024. Jon recently released his debut folk-rock album\, Return to the City of Afterwall and an EP of songs from an upcoming musical theater collaboration with Eliza Blue called The Grass Widow. \n  \n \nNICHOLAS TRANDAHL\nNicholas Trandahl is an award-winning poet\, journalist\, outdoorsman\, and veteran residing in northern Wyoming\, where he currently also serves as mayor of his community. He has had six poetry collections published and has also been featured in numerous literary journals and anthologies. Trandahl has been awarded the Wyoming Writers Milestone Award and has received several nominations for the Pushcart Prize. His most recent poetry collection Purgatory was ranked the number one new release in American Poetry on Amazon. Additionally\, Trandahl works as poetry editor for The Dewdrop literary journal and as a contributor for The Way Back to Ourselves literary journal.
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CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:ROSE HILL CEMETERY WALK
DESCRIPTION:WHO: Matthews actors portray characters from the past to delight you with their life stories. \nWHAT: ACTORS RESURRECT HISTORY IN AN ENGAGING WALKING TOUR \nWHERE: ROSE HILL CEMETERY \nWHEN: June 24 & 25 at 6:30 PM \nWHY: TO ENLIGHTEN AND ENTERTAIN BY ENACTING THE PAST \nHOW: MEET US AT ROSE HILL CEMETERY FOR AN ENJOYABLE VISIT TO OUR HISTORIC PAST \nParticipants should plan to arrive at the cemetery 30 minutes early to allow for parking and walking to the gathering area. Attendants will be available at the gate of the cemetery to assist with directions and parking. From the parking area\, the public will be directed along paved walkways to appropriate\ngravesites for these presentations of historic interest. \n\nTIME TO DIG UP SOME DOWN-RIGHT DRAMATIC TALES \nThe Matthews Opera House is excited to announce the return of the Rose Hill Cemetery Walk. Amidst the stunning hilltop views of Spearfish\, Matthews performers will set the stage outdoors at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Spearfish on June 23 and June 24 at 6:30 pm. Actors dressed in period-appropriate costumes will resurrect early settlers graveside\, presenting their personal stories of antics and heroics. Audiences will be entertained by several characters known as “76ers\,” persons who came to the Black Hills during the gold rush\, one of which who unknowingly shared his campfire beans and flapjacks with\nthe legendary Calamity Jane. Patrons will also learn about the first person buried at Rose Hill Cemetery\, meet the retiring blacksmith that became the first Spearfish postmaster\, and listen to “Samson of the Black Hills” tell of his Herculean efforts to complete the large stone barn still standing on Red Water Road.
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