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  • Bellman: D.C. & Ruby Booth

    On Wednesday, Aug. 4 at noon, join us at the Matthews Opera House for a special presentation from the Matthews Opera House Readers' Theatre featuring Max G. Merchen as DeWitt Clinton (D.C.) Booth & LeeAnn Paananen as Ruby Hines Booth. Learn about D.C. and Ruby and the role they played in the Spearfish community during ... Read more

  • Public Reading of 2021 Writing Contest Winners

    Join us at noon on Wednesday, September 8 for a public reading of the winning pieces of our 2021 Writing Contest. Most works will be presented by the authors themselves. The winners of this year's Writing Contest include: Adult Short Story First Place - “Don't Forget the Pickles” by Kelli Mutchler Second Place - “Across ... Read more

  • 10th Annual Theater on the Run

    Theater on the Run is back for its tenth year on September 11 & 18 at 6:00 p.m! Each Saturday, four downtown Spearfish businesses open their doors to a set of actors and a scene from our play. The play and cast remain the same on both dates, just the downtown locations change. Tickets are ... Read more

  • Theater on the Run: Replay

    Important: Due to increased community spread of COVID-19, masks will be required for this performance. Masks can be temporarily removed only when eating or drinking. You can view our full COVID-19 policy HERE. Theater on the Run is adding a special Sunday matinee performance! By popular demand, The Matthews is adding a one-day-only matinee performance ... Read more

  • Jason Hudy

    Please review our current COVID-19 Policies Are you ready for some magic? With performance in 14 countries around the world, Jason Hudy’s “Mesmerizing Magic” is a magic and illusion show that has been experienced by over a million people across the globe! Jason’s magic has been featured in theaters, performing arts centers, cruise ships and ... Read more

  • Royal Wood

    Please review our current COVID-19 policies. Canadian singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer Royal Wood has established himself as a true musical talent. Since being proclaimed “Songwriter of the Year” by iTunes, Wood has continued to evolve and hone his musical craft – maintaining an unmistakable identity while uncovering and reinventing his sound. Wood has two ... Read more

  • Readers’ Theater Presents Halloween Tales & Fall Stories

    DUE TO WEATHER CONCERNS, our October Bellman scheduled for Oct. 13 has been POSTPONED until Wednesday, October 20. Thank you so much for understanding and stay warm! Join us on October 20 at noon for a special presentation from the Matthews Opera House Readers' Theater group. They will be performing a series of Halloween and ... Read more

  • The Artists’ Masquerade Ball

    This fun workshop for adults will feature drawing from live costumed models, spooky music, and adult beverages for sale! BHSU Art Professor Desy Schoenewies will do drawing demos and give away prizes at the end of the evening! Limited drawing materials will be available for use. Participants are encouraged to bring their own art supplies. ... Read more

  • Hank Harris and the Hegg Brothers

    Enjoy incredible music performed by South Dakota artists during Homegrown Sessions. This series will be ongoing, so check back frequently for new concert announcements. Performing next as part of our Homegrown Sessions will be Hank Harris and the Hegg Brothers. They will be joined by special guest Jimmy Goings. Enjoy an evening of acoustic folk ... Read more

  • Open Makerspace Hours

    All people should have the opportunity to be creative. Our makerspace has lots of supplies to craft, build, experiment, and discover art! Open makerspace hours are every Tuesday from 10 am to noon in the backroom of the Matthews Opera House gallery. A donation of any amount is suggested.

  • Cowboy Poetry with Wilbur Newland

    Go back to that home on the range during our November Bellman. Black Hills resident Wilbur Newland will be performing a collection of cowboy and Western-themed poetry and short stories on November 10 at noon in the Matthews Opera House theater.  Our Bellman Brown Bag Series is free to the public. We'll have the coffee ... Read more

  • Author Talks: Bruce Roseland

    makeSPACE at the Matthews Author Talks take place every other Thursday at 2:00 pm. Please keep an eye on our website and social media for upcoming events. The Matthews Opera House & Arts Center is continuing the makeSPACE Author Talks. Join us on November 11 at 2:00 pm with Bruce Roseland as our featured author. ... Read more