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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:Philip Daniel
DESCRIPTION:Philip Daniel\nComposer and pianist\nSunday\, March 17 at 2 pm\nBox Office: 1 pm | House Opens: 1:30 pm \nJoin us at the Matthews Opera House & Arts Center on Sunday\, March 17 at 2 pm an afternoon of live music with pianist and composer Philip Daniel. Daniel’s sole purpose as a composer is to create music that’s primary goal is to convey unequivocal emotion and to make people truly “feel.” He believes that music has a unique ability to cause change in the world through this personal connection to individual listeners and aims to be a small part in positively impacting the community through his music. \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. \nListen Now…\n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DTEth5y1Pp0″ loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H58ZoP_meXo” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IaJpkb0_li8″ loop=”no” muted=”no” /]
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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:Second Saturday Song Circle
DESCRIPTION:Jam Date: March 9 at 12:30 pm\nat the Matthews Opera House \n**Please check our facebook page and/or website for event updates\, cancelations\, etc. for the most accurate information on recurring events** \nWhat is a Jam?\nMatthews Opera House & Arts Center is proud to host the Second Saturday Song Circle\, open to bluegrass and old-time folk musicians. These “jams” are set aside for string instrument players who want to share songs\, make new friends\, and enjoy a casual afternoon of string band music. They are perfect for musicians who have been playing solo and want to get used to playing in a group setting; those who have just learned how to play and want to play with others; those who have instruments that have been gathering dust for a “few” years; experienced players who are trying out playing instruments other than their primary instrument; and\, people who are comfortable playing their instrument but want to become more comfortable leading a song. \nEach session opens the floor for musicians to lead their favorite bluegrass tunes and folk music\, backed up by the other pickers in the gathering. Simple tunes are always popular!  ALL are welcome to join the circle for an afternoon of playing classic grass and folk favorites. \nSecond Saturday Song Circle is a free event hosted by Matthews Opera House & Arts Center and held in the theater on the second Saturday of each month from 12:30-2:30 pm. Musicians must bring their own instruments.
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SUMMARY:Camila Meza
DESCRIPTION:Camila Meza\nElegant & Expressive Jazz\nFriday\, March 8 at 8pm \nBox Office: 7 pm | House Opens: 7:30 pm \n  \nBorn in Santiago\, Chile\, and living in New York\, Camila Meza is a prized vocalist\, guitarist\, and composer bringing a worldly blend of South American folklore and jazz to our stage. \n\n“Meza is taking jazz singing to another place where English and Spanish coexist\, where folklore has just as much musical heft as the great jazz singing we all know and love\, where the trappings of jazz also become tools to blend the genres.”–Felix Contreras\, NPR(alt.Latino) \n\n\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.
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SUMMARY:Damn Tall Buildings
DESCRIPTION:Damn Tall Buildings\nBluegrass with a little punch!\nSunday\, March 3 at 2 pm\nBox Office: 1 pm | House Opens: 1:30 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 \n“If you like your bluegrass served with a little punch\, attitude\, grit\, and gravy … Damn Tall Buildings will slide in nice as a welcome addition to your listening rotation. Bluegrass at heart\, but pulling from a wide range of influences including swing\, ragtime\, jazz\, and even a hint of contemporary perspective in the songwriting\, they offer virtually unmatched energy and enthusiasm\, underpinned by intelligent songs that don’t skimp on the infectiousness…” – Savingcountrymusic.com \nWitty & engaging\, Damn Tall Buildings’ energizing music finds beauty and glory in the mundane workaday struggle of everyday life: time keeps passing and the seasons come and go\, you scroll too much\, you smoke too much\, you lose yourself\, only to sit with yourself & find yourself again\, you laugh with your friends\, and you look out the window & dream about what else might be out there. It all keeps coming around. You carry on\, intent on flourishing and thriving. This is what Damn Tall Buildings sings about\, what they seek to share with their audience. \nFor more about the artists\, visit damntallbuildings.com \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QDxwERelcgM&t=11s” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-MXfunz8AgI&t=5s” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQpV50_g8po&t=6s” loop=”no” muted=”no” /]
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SUMMARY:37 Postcards
DESCRIPTION:37 Postcards\nA community theater comedy by Micheals McKeever\nShowtimes:\nFebruary 9\, 10\, 16\, and 17 at 7 pm\nBox Office: 6 pm | House Opens: 6:30 pm\nFebruary 11 and 18 at 2 pm\nBox Office: 1 pm | House Opens: 1:30 pm\nNo late admission to main floor. Late arrivals will be accommodated in the balcony as seats permit. \nRATING: PG-13. Contains some language and situations that may not be suitable for children under the age of 13.  \nAdvance tickets: $20 for adults and $10 for youth.\nDay of Show: $25 for adults and $15 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. \nAfter years of traveling abroad\, Avery Sutton is happy to return to the comfort of his home in Connecticut. Unfortunately\, almost nothing is as he remembered it. The entire house is tilted at a distinct angle\, the dog hasn’t been fed in five years\, and Avery’s Grandmother\, who everyone thought was dead\, is still alive and kicking. Forced to either accept the oddities of his family or leave them behind\, 37 Postcards suggests that you can\, in fact\, go home again… You just never know what you’re going to find.
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SUMMARY:37 Postcards
DESCRIPTION:37 Postcards\nA community theater comedy by Micheals McKeever\nShowtimes:\nFebruary 9\, 10\, 16\, and 17 at 7 pm\nBox Office: 6 pm | House Opens: 6:30 pm\nFebruary 11 and 18 at 2 pm\nBox Office: 1 pm | House Opens: 1:30 pm\nNo late admission to main floor. Late arrivals will be accommodated in the balcony as seats permit. \nRATING: PG-13. Contains some language and situations that may not be suitable for children under the age of 13.  \nAdvance tickets: $20 for adults and $10 for youth.\nDay of Show: $25 for adults and $15 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. \nAfter years of traveling abroad\, Avery Sutton is happy to return to the comfort of his home in Connecticut. Unfortunately\, almost nothing is as he remembered it. The entire house is tilted at a distinct angle\, the dog hasn’t been fed in five years\, and Avery’s Grandmother\, who everyone thought was dead\, is still alive and kicking. Forced to either accept the oddities of his family or leave them behind\, 37 Postcards suggests that you can\, in fact\, go home again… You just never know what you’re going to find.
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SUMMARY:37 Postcards
DESCRIPTION:37 Postcards\nA community theater comedy by Micheals McKeever\nShowtimes:\nFebruary 9\, 10\, 16\, and 17 at 7 pm\nBox Office: 6 pm | House Opens: 6:30 pm\nFebruary 11 and 18 at 2 pm\nBox Office: 1 pm | House Opens: 1:30 pm\nNo late admission to main floor. Late arrivals will be accommodated in the balcony as seats permit. \nRATING: PG-13. Contains some language and situations that may not be suitable for children under the age of 13.  \nAdvance tickets: $20 for adults and $10 for youth.\nDay of Show: $25 for adults and $15 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. \nAfter years of traveling abroad\, Avery Sutton is happy to return to the comfort of his home in Connecticut. Unfortunately\, almost nothing is as he remembered it. The entire house is tilted at a distinct angle\, the dog hasn’t been fed in five years\, and Avery’s Grandmother\, who everyone thought was dead\, is still alive and kicking. Forced to either accept the oddities of his family or leave them behind\, 37 Postcards suggests that you can\, in fact\, go home again… You just never know what you’re going to find.
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SUMMARY:Anti-Valentines Drawing Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Matthews Theater on Wednesday\, February 14th from 6-9 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+. Anti-Valentine’s Day-themed 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: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:Mardi Gras with the Pocket Junkies
DESCRIPTION:Mardi Gras with the Pocket Junkies\nA Fat Tuesday celebration at the Matthews!\nShowtime:\nFebruary 13 at 8 pm\nBox Office: 7 pm | House Opens: 7:30 pm \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (605) 642-7973\, or by visiting the Matthews Gallery at 612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish. \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. \nIt’s Mardi Gras at the Matthews! Escape the winter cold with an evening of funk and New Orleans jazz in celebration of Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday)! \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 including Sivan Hoch\, Jimmy Reed\, Johnny Hastings\, Kaleb Britton\, and Eric Luba. \n\nThe line-up:\nJimmy Reed from the Blue Collar Brass Band is on bass and sousaphone. \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. \nEric Luba is on keys and vocals. He’s from Denver\, where he remains a top hire. He’s shared the stage with many great bands including Vulfpeck and DJ Williams of Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe. \nYou won’t want to miss this “one day only” event! Laissez les bons temps rouler! \n  \n 
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CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:37 Postcards
DESCRIPTION:37 Postcards\nA community theater comedy by Micheals McKeever\nShowtimes:\nFebruary 9\, 10\, 16\, and 17 at 7 pm\nBox Office: 6 pm | House Opens: 6:30 pm\nFebruary 11 and 18 at 2 pm\nBox Office: 1 pm | House Opens: 1:30 pm\nNo late admission to main floor. Late arrivals will be accommodated in the balcony as seats permit. \nRATING: PG-13. Contains some language and situations that may not be suitable for children under the age of 13.  \nAdvance tickets: $20 for adults and $10 for youth.\nDay of Show: $25 for adults and $15 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. \nAfter years of traveling abroad\, Avery Sutton is happy to return to the comfort of his home in Connecticut. Unfortunately\, almost nothing is as he remembered it. The entire house is tilted at a distinct angle\, the dog hasn’t been fed in five years\, and Avery’s Grandmother\, who everyone thought was dead\, is still alive and kicking. Forced to either accept the oddities of his family or leave them behind\, 37 Postcards suggests that you can\, in fact\, go home again… You just never know what you’re going to find.
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CATEGORIES:Theater
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SUMMARY:37 Postcards
DESCRIPTION:37 Postcards\nA community theater comedy by Micheals McKeever\nShowtimes:\nFebruary 9\, 10\, 16\, and 17 at 7 pm\nBox Office: 6 pm | House Opens: 6:30 pm\nFebruary 11 and 18 at 2 pm\nBox Office: 1 pm | House Opens: 1:30 pm\nNo late admission to main floor. Late arrivals will be accommodated in the balcony as seats permit. \nRATING: PG-13. Contains some language and situations that may not be suitable for children under the age of 13.  \nAdvance tickets: $20 for adults and $10 for youth.\nDay of Show: $25 for adults and $15 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. \nAfter years of traveling abroad\, Avery Sutton is happy to return to the comfort of his home in Connecticut. Unfortunately\, almost nothing is as he remembered it. The entire house is tilted at a distinct angle\, the dog hasn’t been fed in five years\, and Avery’s Grandmother\, who everyone thought was dead\, is still alive and kicking. Forced to either accept the oddities of his family or leave them behind\, 37 Postcards suggests that you can\, in fact\, go home again… You just never know what you’re going to find.
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SUMMARY:Second Saturday Song Circle
DESCRIPTION:Jam Date: February 10 at 12:30 pm\nat the Matthews Opera House \nWhat is a Jam?\nMatthews Opera House & Arts Center is proud to host the Second Saturday Song Circle\, open to bluegrass and old-time folk musicians. These “jams” are set aside for string instrument players who want to share songs\, make new friends\, and enjoy a casual afternoon of string band music. They are perfect for musicians who have been playing solo and want to get used to playing in a group setting; those who have just learned how to play and want to play with others; those who have instruments that have been gathering dust for a “few” years; experienced players who are trying out playing instruments other than their primary instrument; and\, people who are comfortable playing their instrument but want to become more comfortable leading a song. \nEach session opens the floor for musicians to lead their favorite bluegrass tunes and folk music\, backed up by the other pickers in the gathering. Simple tunes are always popular!  ALL are welcome to join the circle for an afternoon of playing classic grass and folk favorites. \nSecond Saturday Song Circle is a free event hosted by Matthews Opera House & Arts Center and held in the theater on the second Saturday of each month from 12:30-2:30 pm. Musicians must bring their own instruments.
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CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:37 Postcards
DESCRIPTION:37 Postcards\nA community theater comedy by Micheals McKeever\nShowtimes:\nFebruary 9\, 10\, 16\, and 17 at 7 pm\nBox Office: 6 pm | House Opens: 6:30 pm\nFebruary 11 and 18 at 2 pm\nBox Office: 1 pm | House Opens: 1:30 pm\nNo late admission to main floor. Late arrivals will be accommodated in the balcony as seats permit. \nRATING: PG-13. Contains some language and situations that may not be suitable for children under the age of 13.  \nAdvance tickets: $20 for adults and $10 for youth.\nDay of Show: $25 for adults and $15 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. \nAfter years of traveling abroad\, Avery Sutton is happy to return to the comfort of his home in Connecticut. Unfortunately\, almost nothing is as he remembered it. The entire house is tilted at a distinct angle\, the dog hasn’t been fed in five years\, and Avery’s Grandmother\, who everyone thought was dead\, is still alive and kicking. Forced to either accept the oddities of his family or leave them behind\, 37 Postcards suggests that you can\, in fact\, go home again… You just never know what you’re going to find.
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240127T210000
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SUMMARY:JAM-uary with The Fretliners
DESCRIPTION:JAM-uary\nThe Fretliners\nShowtime:\nJanuary 27 at 7 pm\nBox Office: 6 pm | House Opens: 6:30 pm \nAdvance tickets: $15 General Admission for a single show or\nuse the link to get the JAM-uary Bundle: $50 for 4-show package\nDay of Show: $20\nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (605) 642-7973\, or by visiting the Matthews Gallery at 612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish. \nThe Matthews\, in partnership with Spread the Tunes\, is excited to bring you the “JAM-uary” music series\, live music in the dead of winter! Every weekend in January\, we bring you the best in live\, regional music with local beer and food to warm your spirits through the coldest nights of the year. General admission tickets for this single events are $15 in advance or $20 day of show. The entire concert series can also be purchased for a discounted price of $50! \nJoin us Saturday\, January 27 at 7 pm for The Fretliners! Winners of the 2023 band contests at both the 50th Annual Telluride Bluegrass and the 51st Annual Rockygrass Festivals\, The Fretliners are a powerhouse progressive bluegrass quartet born around a single microphone in a barn in the Rocky Mountains. Influenced by a multitude of genres and steeped in that High & Lonesome sound\, the band carves through the bluegrass landscape leaving new pathways and possibilities in their wake.  \nConsisting of Tom Knowlton on guitar\, Taylor Shuck on upright bass\, Dan Andree on fiddle\, and Sam Parks on mandolin — these prolific pickers and singers have fluent musical conversations that invite their audiences into the dialogue. Expect hard driving energy\, exhilarating solos\, soaring vocals\, and captivating lyrical stories. Buckle up\, because The Fretliners show is sure to take you for a ride you won’t soon forget! \nNot only do we have an incredible lineup of JAM-uary performers\, Crow Peak Brewery is on-site to keep the libations flowing!  \nTicket sales help benefit local nonprofit organizations. \nListen Now…\n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n2_F-TiVung” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0vCYnljIXA” loop=”no” muted=”no” /]
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CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:JAM-uary with The Runaway Grooms
DESCRIPTION:JAM-uary\nThe Runaway Grooms\nShowtime:\nJanuary 19 at 7 pm\nBox Office: 6 pm | House Opens: 6:30 pm \nAdvance tickets: $15 General Admission for a single show or\nuse the link to get the JAM-uary Bundle: $50 for 4-show package\nDay of Show: $20\nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (605) 642-7973\, or by visiting the Matthews Gallery at 612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish. \nThe Matthews\, in partnership with Spread the Tunes\, is excited to bring you the “JAM-uary” music series\, live music in the dead of winter! Every weekend in January\, we bring you the best in live\, regional music with local beer and food to warm your spirits through the coldest nights of the year. General admission tickets for this single events are $15 in advance or $20 day of show. The entire concert series can also be purchased for a discounted price of $50! \nJoin us Friday\, January 19 at 7 pm for The Runaway Grooms! \n“Recorded on the road at Paloma Sound Studios in Memphis\, Tennessee\, with former Ardent Studio engineer Jeremy Horn\, the Grooms’ third LP marks the band’s return to more of an American roots rock songwriting style\, all while keeping one foot in the tight-knit jam band circle from which they emerged. Equally inspired by jazz-fusion exploration from the likes of Steely Dan\, Atlanta Rhythm Section\, and Yes\, and the guitar-driven prowess of Allman Brothers Band\, Lynyrd Skynyrd\, and Grateful Dead\, This Road dives in and out of grooves and moods\, turning on a dime\, but always focusing on what the band sees as the most important aspect; the song. Oh\, and keeping the crowd on their dancing feet. In addition to telling stories and gleaning wisdom from life\, love\, and struggle\, This Road captures an array of emotions and moods drawn from the dramatic narrative of living on the road in a touring band.” \n– Grateful Web \n— https://www.gratefulweb.com/articles/runaway-grooms-announce-their-third-genre-melding-release-road \nNot only do we have an incredible lineup of JAM-uary performers\, Crow Peak Brewery is on-site to keep the libations flowing!  \nTicket sales help benefit local nonprofit organizations. \nListen Now…\n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OcqtQk__KEA” loop=”no” muted=”no” /]
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CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:The Matthews Invitational
DESCRIPTION:The Matthews Opera House and Arts Center are excited to host this spectacular night of art and music! \nGallery Reception\nJoin us from 5-7 pm to celebrate a select few artists who have exhibited in the gallery and are outstanding members of the community. Each of these artists brings a unique perspective in visualizing the beautiful area we call home. \nArtists: Helen Goodman-Champ\, Bonnie Halsey-Dutton\, Allen Morris\, Quintin Owens\, Bob Wilson \nJAMuary Live Music\nFollowing the reception from 8-10 pm there will be live music in the theatre for our JAMuary music series where The Matthews is partnering with Spread the Tunes to bring you the best in live regional music with local beer and food to warm your spirits through the coldest nights of the year! Click this link to purchase tickets: JAM-uary
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CATEGORIES:Music|Visual Arts
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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:CANCELED: Second Saturday Song Circle
DESCRIPTION:The January jam session for musicians is canceled due to Saturday’s extreme cold. Bad for instruments\, bad for musicians! We’ll see you next month. \nJam Date: January 13 at 12:30 pm\nat the Matthews Opera House \nWhat is a Jam?\nMatthews Opera House & Arts Center is proud to host the Second Saturday Song Circle\, open to bluegrass and old-time folk musicians. These “jams” are set aside for string instrument players who want to share songs\, make new friends\, and enjoy a casual afternoon of string band music. They are perfect for musicians who have been playing solo and want to get used to playing in a group setting; those who have just learned how to play and want to play with others; those who have instruments that have been gathering dust for a “few” years; experienced players who are trying out playing instruments other than their primary instrument; and\, people who are comfortable playing their instrument but want to become more comfortable leading a song. \nEach session opens the floor for musicians to lead their favorite bluegrass tunes and folk music\, backed up by the other pickers in the gathering. Simple tunes are always popular!  ALL are welcome to join the circle for an afternoon of playing classic grass and folk favorites. \nSecond Saturday Song Circle is a free event hosted by Matthews Opera House & Arts Center and held in the theater on the second Saturday of each month from 12:30-2:30 pm. Musicians must bring their own instruments.
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SUMMARY:JAM-uary with Humbletown
DESCRIPTION:JAM-uary\nHumbletown\nShowtime:\nJanuary 12 at 7 pm\nBox Office: 6 pm | House Opens: 6:30 pm \nAdvance tickets: $15 General Admission for a single show or\nuse the link to get the JAM-uary Bundle: $50 for 4-show package\nDay of Show: $20\nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (605) 642-7973\, or by visiting the Matthews Gallery at 612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish. \nThe Matthews\, in partnership with Spread the Tunes\, is excited to bring you the “JAM-uary” music series\, live music in the dead of winter! Every weekend in January\, we bring you the best in live\, regional music with local beer and food to warm your spirits through the coldest nights of the year. General admission tickets for this single events are $15 in advance or $20 day of show. The entire concert series can also be purchased for a discounted price of $50! \nJoin us Friday\, January 12 at 7 pm for Humbletown! Humbletown is a folk/bluegrass duo featuring Morgan Carnes on clawhammer banjo and Dylan Lewis on flatpick guitar and mandolin. The duo primarily writes their own songs in eclectic styles but also plays traditional songs\, fiddle tunes\, and folk and country covers. The duo prides itself on unique harmonies and vibrant traditional and improvisational instrumentals. They have shared the stage with Trout Steak Revival\, Woodbelly\, Charlie Parr\, Jalan Crossland\, and John Craigie. They have performed at Revival Music Festival and at the Telluride Bluegrass Band Competition. They also won the 2018 South Dakota Folk Off contest. \nWhile they primarily play as a duo\, they often play as a full band featuring upright bass\, fiddle\, and cello. The full band brings an energetic and dynamic performance\, featuring awe-inspiring instrumentalists and added vocal harmonies. \n(Above image by Destyn Humann) \nNot only do we have an incredible lineup of JAM-uary performers\, Crow Peak Brewery is on-site to keep the libations flowing!  \nTicket sales help benefit local nonprofit organizations. \nListen Now…\n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IhnnTLRwepw&t=6s” loop=”no” muted=”no” /]
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CATEGORIES:Music
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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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CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:JAM-uary with Feed the Dog
DESCRIPTION:JAM-uary\nFeed the Dog\nShowtime:\nJanuary 6 at 7 pm\nBox Office: 6 pm | House Opens: 6:30 pm \nAdvance tickets: $15 General Admission for a single show or\nuse the link to get the JAM-uary Bundle: $50 for 4-show package\nDay of Show: $20\nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (605) 642-7973\, or by visiting the Matthews Gallery at 612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish. \nThe Matthews\, in partnership with Spread the Tunes\, is excited to bring you the “JAM-uary” music series\, live music in the dead of winter! Every weekend in January\, we bring you the best in live\, regional music with local beer and food to warm your spirits through the coldest nights of the year. General admission tickets for this single events are $15 in advance or $20 day of show. The entire concert series can also be purchased for a discounted price of $50! \nJoin us Saturday\, January 6 at 7 pm for Feed the Dog! Feed the Dog is an eclectic and experimental jam-grass band from the Midwest. Their unique blend of genres\, including jam\, bluegrass\, soul\, funk\, and Americana\, creates a singular sound that is both cerebral and emotive. With imaginative melodies on the violin\, dynamic beats on the drums\, and an emotive approach to the acoustic guitar\, Feed the Dog always delivers high-energy performances that leave audiences breathless. Their third full-length album\, “Ding Dang\,” was released in September 2021. \nNot only do we have an incredible lineup of JAM-uary performers\, Crow Peak Brewery is on-site to keep the libations flowing!  \nTicket sales help benefit local nonprofit organizations. \nListen Now…\n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mOSwC1tC7Bs&t=25s” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zefF6w9ma8g&t=40s” loop=”no” muted=”no” /]
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CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Swinging Christmas with Sophia Beatty
DESCRIPTION:Swinging Christmas with Sophia Beatty\nHoliday jazz at the Matthews!\nShowtime:\nDecember 17 at 2 pm\nBox Office: 1 pm | House Opens: 1:30 pm \nTickets may be purchased online\, by phone at (605) 642-7973\, or by visiting the Matthews Gallery at 612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish. \nJoin us on Sunday\, December 17 at 2 pm as Black Hills singer/songwriter Sophia Beatty gives a special holiday performance. Expect to hear some of your favorite Christmas songs\, as well as many of the most popular jazz songs made famous by artists like Ella Fitzgerald\, Nat King Cole\, and Billie Holiday. Sophia will be accompanied by a full jazz band. You won’t want to miss this “one day only” event! \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. \nEnjoy good wine\, great jazz\, and celebrate the holidays with the Matthews! \n \nAbout Sophia Beatty\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. \nLearn more about the artist at sophiabeatty.com \nListen Now…\n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Boh7e7NG98M” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7br6hJ9c8SY” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=peldHRRuF58″ loop=”no” muted=”no” /]
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CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:AUDITIONS: 37 Postcards
DESCRIPTION:Audition Dates: December 12 & 13 at 6 pm\nat the Matthews Opera House\nAudition selections will be available in the Matthews Gallery beginning Monday\, November 27 \nRATED PG13: This show contains some language and situations that may not be suitable for children under the age of 13. \nThe Story…\nAfter years of traveling abroad\, Avery Sutton is happy to return to the comfort of his home in Connecticut. Unfortunately\, almost nothing is as he remembered it. The entire house is tilted at a distinct angle\, the dog hasn’t been fed in five years\, and Avery’s Grandmother\, who everyone thought was dead\, is still alive and kicking. Forced to either accept the oddities of his family or leave them behind\, 37 Postcards suggests that you can\, in fact\, go home again… You just never know what you’re going to find. \nAudition Information…\nAudition dates: December 12 & 13  from 6 – 8 pm. \nAudition location: Matthews Opera House\, 612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish \nWhat to expect: No experience necessary! You will be asked to read with other participants from sections of the script previously selected by the director. You may choose to commit to a “cold read” (seeing the script for the first time)\, or you may get the scene selections in advance to become familiar with them. Scene selections will be available in the Matthews Gallery by November 27 at 10 am. \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 “behind the scenes” and visit with the director.  \nPerformance Dates\nFriday and Saturday evenings at 7 pm on February 9\, 10\, 16 & 17 \nSunday matinees at 2 pm on February 11 & 18 \nCharacter List:\n2 males\, 4 females \nAVERY SUTTON – (31 years old\, male) Bright\, likable\, perhaps a little nerdy \nEVELYN SUTTON – (50s) Lovely and gracious\, somewhat oblivious to everything around her. \nSTANFORD P. SUTTON – (Late 50s) Great warmth and dignity\, also somewhat oblivious. \nAUNT ESTER – (40s) The ultimate homemaker\, sweet\, daft and surprisingly insightful. \nGILLIAN MOORE – (20s) Avery’s fiancé\, beautiful\, but with an edge\, a rhinestone wanting to be a diamond. \nNANA (97) – Looks every minute of her 97 years\, half deaf\, half blind\, and foul-mouthed.
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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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CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:AUDITIONS: 37 Postcards
DESCRIPTION:Audition Dates: December 12 & 13 at 6 pm\nat the Matthews Opera House\nAudition selections will be available in the Matthews Gallery beginning Monday\, November 27 \nRATED PG13: This show contains some language and situations that may not be suitable for children under the age of 13. \nThe Story…\nAfter years of traveling abroad\, Avery Sutton is happy to return to the comfort of his home in Connecticut. Unfortunately\, almost nothing is as he remembered it. The entire house is tilted at a distinct angle\, the dog hasn’t been fed in five years\, and Avery’s Grandmother\, who everyone thought was dead\, is still alive and kicking. Forced to either accept the oddities of his family or leave them behind\, 37 Postcards suggests that you can\, in fact\, go home again… You just never know what you’re going to find. \nAudition Information…\nAudition dates: December 12 & 13  from 6 – 8 pm. \nAudition location: Matthews Opera House\, 612 N. Main Street\, Spearfish \nWhat to expect: No experience necessary! You will be asked to read with other participants from sections of the script previously selected by the director. You may choose to commit to a “cold read” (seeing the script for the first time)\, or you may get the scene selections in advance to become familiar with them. Scene selections will be available in the Matthews Gallery by November 27 at 10 am. \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 “behind the scenes” and visit with the director.  \nPerformance Dates\nFriday and Saturday evenings at 7 pm on February 9\, 10\, 16 & 17 \nSunday matinees at 2 pm on February 11 & 18 \nCharacter List:\n2 males\, 4 females \nAVERY SUTTON – (31 years old\, male) Bright\, likable\, perhaps a little nerdy \nEVELYN SUTTON – (50s) Lovely and gracious\, somewhat oblivious to everything around her. \nSTANFORD P. SUTTON – (Late 50s) Great warmth and dignity\, also somewhat oblivious. \nAUNT ESTER – (40s) The ultimate homemaker\, sweet\, daft and surprisingly insightful. \nGILLIAN MOORE – (20s) Avery’s fiancé\, beautiful\, but with an edge\, a rhinestone wanting to be a diamond. \nNANA (97) – Looks every minute of her 97 years\, half deaf\, half blind\, and foul-mouthed.
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SUMMARY:Plaid Tidings
DESCRIPTION:Plaid Tidings\nA “Forever Plaid” Showcase Production\nproduced in partnership with Sanford Underground Research Facility \nShowtimes: December 8\, and 9 at 7 pm\nBox Office: 6 pm | House Opens: 6:30 pm\nDecember 10 at 2 pm\nBox Office: 1 pm | House Opens: 1:30 pm\n \nRATING: G.  \nThe legendary Plaids come back to Earth to spread yuletide joy with the greatest holiday hits of the ages. Filled with Christmas standards that have all been “Plaid-erized\,” our boys are back to do their Christmas Special. \nAt first\, Francis\, Jinx\, Smudge and Sparky aren’t sure why they’ve returned to Earth for another posthumous performance\, but a phone call from the heavenly Rosemary Clooney lets them know that they’re needed to put a little harmony into a discordant world. Sprinkled among the Christmas offerings are audience favorites\, like their riotous three-minute-and-eleven-second version of The Ed Sullivan Show – this time\, featuring the Rockettes\, the Chipmunks and The Vienna Boys Choir\, as well as a Plaid Caribbean Christmas that puts the “Day-O” in Excelsis! \nThis truly “heaven-sent” holiday treat will lift audiences’ spirits and fill them with nostalgia for a bygone era of classic music sung in perfect harmony.\n\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.
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SUMMARY:Plaid Tidings
DESCRIPTION:Plaid Tidings\nA “Forever Plaid” Showcase Production\nproduced in partnership with Sanford Underground Research Facility \nShowtimes: December 8\, and 9 at 7 pm\nBox Office: 6 pm | House Opens: 6:30 pm\nDecember 10 at 2 pm\nBox Office: 1 pm | House Opens: 1:30 pm\n \nRATING: G.  \nThe legendary Plaids come back to Earth to spread yuletide joy with the greatest holiday hits of the ages. Filled with Christmas standards that have all been “Plaid-erized\,” our boys are back to do their Christmas Special. \nAt first\, Francis\, Jinx\, Smudge and Sparky aren’t sure why they’ve returned to Earth for another posthumous performance\, but a phone call from the heavenly Rosemary Clooney lets them know that they’re needed to put a little harmony into a discordant world. Sprinkled among the Christmas offerings are audience favorites\, like their riotous three-minute-and-eleven-second version of The Ed Sullivan Show – this time\, featuring the Rockettes\, the Chipmunks and The Vienna Boys Choir\, as well as a Plaid Caribbean Christmas that puts the “Day-O” in Excelsis! \nThis truly “heaven-sent” holiday treat will lift audiences’ spirits and fill them with nostalgia for a bygone era of classic music sung in perfect harmony.\n\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.
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