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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: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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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: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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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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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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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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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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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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SUMMARY:Second Saturday Song Circle
DESCRIPTION:Jam Date: December 9\, 2023 at 12:30 pm \n (Please check our facebook page and/or website for event updates\, cancelations\, etc. for the most accurate information on recurring events)  \n\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. \n 
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CATEGORIES:Music
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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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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231202T150000
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SUMMARY:Matthews Christmas Tea
DESCRIPTION:Matthews Christmas Tea\nA holiday tradition returns!\nSaturday\, December 2 at 1 pm\nHouse Opens: 12:40 pm \nOne of our oldest and favorite annual events is just around the corner! The Matthews Christmas Tea is a step back to a more gentile time of connecting with friends and family while enjoying homemade pastries\, tea sandwiches\, and\, of course\, tea. Ease into the holiday season with a relaxing afternoon of delicious treats\, live entertainment\, and selections of curated items to help get you gift-giving ready. Don your favorite hat and join us in the historic Matthews theatre to ring in the holiday season with Christmas Tea. \nTickets go on sale November 1.  They will be available during business hours in the gallery\, by phone (605.642.7973)\, or online. All seats are $40.  Tickets must be purchased no later than November 27. \n 
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SUMMARY:Best of Broadway with Andrea Ross
DESCRIPTION:Andrea Ross\nBest of Broadway\nSunday\, November 12 at 2 pm\nBox Office: 1 pm | House Opens: 1:30 pm \nAndrew Lloyd Webber protégé Andrea Ross is an internationally recognized vocalist\, Broadway performer and recording artist. Heralded by Lloyd Webber as a generational talent\, her voice will transport you to a time when legendary leading ladies graced the stage\, singing the timeless melodies of Gershwin\, Rodgers and Hammerstein and more. Expect to be inspired\, filled with nostalgia\, and uplifted by tuneful music from this most golden era of song\, delivered by a voice born to sing among the stars. \nLearn more about the artist at andreaross.com \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=Ykdz2jdh0AE” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ox5Pm5OmJLk” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nwBjRnK5m5I” loop=”no” muted=”no” /]
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SUMMARY:The Mae Simpson Band
DESCRIPTION:Mae Simpson Band\nThe Matthews Opera House and Spread the Tunes are proud to present Minneapolis artists The Mae Simpson Band. \nShowtime:\nNovember 11 at 8 pm\nBox Office: 7 pm | House Opens: 7:30 pm \nAdvance tickets: $20 General Admission\nDay of Show: $25 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. \nThe Mae Simpson Band blurs the lines between a wide range of influences — from the depth and energy of funk and rock\, down the the melodic edge of R&B and folk.  The band is led by Mae Simpson\, whose “voice is larger than life\, but not as large as her uncontainable energy that radiates from the stage” (Helen Teague – Minnesota Public Radio ). Known for their intense and exciting live shows\, the band has an immediate impact that favors the human connection between the musicians and the audience.  The Mae Simpson Band has opened for acts like Dermot Kennedy\, Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe and more\, and have played many notable stages across the Midwest\, including First Avenue\, The Fillmore MPLS\,  the Basilica Block Party\, and Blue Ox. If you’re a fan of artists such as Alabama Shakes\, Lake Street Dive and Bruce Springsteen\, Mae Simpson is right up your alley. \nTicket sales help benefit local nonprofit organizations. \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6g_Go1Ugoo” /]
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SUMMARY:Bellman Brown Bag Series: Tim Velder
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month’s free Bellman Brown Bag Series on Wednesday\, November 8 at noon in the Matthews Theater as Tim Velder presents “Who Shot Father Belknap and Why?” \nFather Arthur Belknap was a Catholic priest who served the northern Hills communities of Spearfish and Lead from 1916 through 1921. His service was cut short in late October 1921 when he was murdered in the street. This murder remains unsolved\, which has allowed a variety of theories to arise about the motive for the murder. Velder will examine some of those theories as well as highlight the brief career of this dedicated priest. \nAbout Tim Velder…\nTim Velder is a northern Black Hills native and amateur researcher of history. He graduated from Newell High School and Black Hills State University and spent more than 20 years covering news events for northern Hills newspapers and the Rapid City Journal. Since 2011\, he has been a marketing and communications specialist for the northeast Wyoming electric cooperative Powder River Energy. He lives in Sundance\, Wyoming\, with his wife Gerri and has three grown children. Tim is also vice-president of the West River History Conference which holds annual history events focused on local history. \nAbout the Bellman Brown Bag Series…\nThe Bellman Brown Bag series is a humanities program designed to explore ideas\, history\, literature\, art and culture. The Brown Bag program was developed by Dr. Stewart Bellman in the 1990’s. Recognizing the Matthews Opera House as an ideal venue for the exploration of humanities topics\, he engaged a line-up of speakers to present programs on a range of humanities topics each month. \nDr. Bellman was a professor of English at Black Hills State University\, Spearfish\, SD. His teaching career spanned thirty years. Bellman retired from BHSU and passed away in November 2002. \nPrograms are presented on the second Wednesday of each month\, noon to 1pm. Designed to begin and end within the lunch hour\, patrons are invited to bring their lunch\, if desired\, or simply enjoy an hour of learning and entertainment.  This is an opportunity to gain insight into themes that touch our daily lives. \n \nCoffee for the Bellman Brown Bag Series is generously provided by Common Grounds in Spearfish\, SD. \n 
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SUMMARY:One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
DESCRIPTION:One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest\nA community theater drama by Dale Wasserman\nShowtimes:\nOctober 27\, 28\, November 3\, and 4 at 7 pm\nBox Office: 6 pm | House Opens: 6:30 pm\nOctober 29 and November 5 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: R. This show has mature themes and language. While the Matthews is not enforcing age restrictions\, ticketholders are advised to use discretion when purchasing seats for sensitive or young viewers. \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. \nThis stage adaptation of Ken Kesey’s celebrated novel explores the brutality of life in a mental institution with humor\, candor\, and unforgettable characters. \nAfter being convicted of a petty crime\, a charming\, rebellious rogue named McMurphy contrives to serve his short sentence in an airy mental institution rather than in a prison. This\, he soon learns\, was a mistake. He immediately clashes with the authoritarian head nurse\, a fierce martinet named Nurse Ratched. Despite Ratched’s strict reign\, McMurphy quickly takes over the yard\, leading others out of introversion\, staging a revolt so that they can see the World Series on television\, and arranging a rollicking midnight party with liquor and women. But McMurphy’s brash insubordination has its consequences.
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SUMMARY:One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
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SUMMARY:One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
DESCRIPTION:One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest\nA community theater drama by Dale Wasserman\nShowtimes:\nOctober 27\, 28\, November 3\, and 4 at 7 pm\nBox Office: 6 pm | House Opens: 6:30 pm\nOctober 29 and November 5 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: R. This show has mature themes and language. While the Matthews is not enforcing age restrictions\, ticketholders are advised to use discretion when purchasing seats for sensitive or young viewers. \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. \nThis stage adaptation of Ken Kesey’s celebrated novel explores the brutality of life in a mental institution with humor\, candor\, and unforgettable characters. \nAfter being convicted of a petty crime\, a charming\, rebellious rogue named McMurphy contrives to serve his short sentence in an airy mental institution rather than in a prison. This\, he soon learns\, was a mistake. He immediately clashes with the authoritarian head nurse\, a fierce martinet named Nurse Ratched. Despite Ratched’s strict reign\, McMurphy quickly takes over the yard\, leading others out of introversion\, staging a revolt so that they can see the World Series on television\, and arranging a rollicking midnight party with liquor and women. But McMurphy’s brash insubordination has its consequences.
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SUMMARY:One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
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SUMMARY:One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
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SUMMARY:One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
DESCRIPTION:One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest\nA community theater drama by Dale Wasserman\nShowtimes:\nOctober 27\, 28\, November 3\, and 4 at 7 pm\nBox Office: 6 pm | House Opens: 6:30 pm\nOctober 29 and November 5 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: R. This show has mature themes and language. While the Matthews is not enforcing age restrictions\, ticketholders are advised to use discretion when purchasing seats for sensitive or young viewers. \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. \nThis stage adaptation of Ken Kesey’s celebrated novel explores the brutality of life in a mental institution with humor\, candor\, and unforgettable characters. \nAfter being convicted of a petty crime\, a charming\, rebellious rogue named McMurphy contrives to serve his short sentence in an airy mental institution rather than in a prison. This\, he soon learns\, was a mistake. He immediately clashes with the authoritarian head nurse\, a fierce martinet named Nurse Ratched. Despite Ratched’s strict reign\, McMurphy quickly takes over the yard\, leading others out of introversion\, staging a revolt so that they can see the World Series on television\, and arranging a rollicking midnight party with liquor and women. But McMurphy’s brash insubordination has its consequences.
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