Performing Arts

Please note if there are not a minimum of 20 advanced ticket sales by 48 hours prior to a show performances may be cancelled. GRA seeks to provide opportunities to artists and support them in their endeavors. To ensure GRA can do this attendance at events is needed. Thank you for your understanding and we hope to see you at our upcoming performances!

 

Productions

You Can't Get There From Here by Pat Cook

Performances: March 21-23, 28-29

Tickets: $15 member/ $20 non-member

About the play: The Mavis Garner Bed and Breakfast is not the sort of place you'd find on a freeway or even a map. That's because they get most of the customers from cars disabled when they hit the pothole on Main Street. Scandal-sheet reporter Arthur Lyman decides to do an expose on the pothole "scam" and checks into the bed and breakfast. During his stay he's fined eight times, dragged across town by the local watchdog and fired from his job. What else could he do but fall in love with one of the proprietors! When his boss shows up and takes over the story, he's treated to scenes from Shakespeare, slipshod seances and a witch who can't keep her hexes straight.

"Produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois"

Cast: 

Philip Daniel: Composer and Pianist

Friday, April 11th

Doors 6pm, Show 7pm

Tickets: Advance: $20, Door: $25

Learn more: https://philipdanielpiano.com/about/

Originating from Lincoln, Nebraska, Daniel is a distinguished pianist and composer, acclaimed for his ability to evoke powerful emotions through his music. He holds a graduate degree in Piano Performance from the UMKC Conservatory and an undergraduate degree in Piano Performance and Piano Pedagogy from Hastings College.

While pursuing his education, Daniel uncovered a fervent passion for composing original music. Drawing inspiration from contemporary classical luminaries like Olafur Arnalds, Nils Frahm, Philip Glass, and Max Richter, he has cultivated a unique musical voice that gracefully merges classical elements, minimalist soundscapes, and cinematic qualities. Daniel’s compositions resonate with both seasoned musicians and casual listeners, creating a profound impact on a diverse audience.

As a composer, Daniel’s primary objective is to create music that elicits deep emotions, fostering a unique connection with each listener. He firmly believes in the transformative power of music and is dedicated to making a positive impact on his community through his work. 

Jason Schommer

Saturday, April 12th at 7:30 PM (Doors at 6:30 PM)

Tickets: $20

1992: Mistakes Were Made!

By Jason Schommer with Michael Shynes and special guest Sam Bondhus! 

The smash hit show of the Minnesota Fringe Festival returns for a special encore performance!

1992: Mistakes Were Made! is an outrageously hilarious and deeply poignant true story of the class geek returning to perform at his 20th high school reunion.  Bullies confronted, memories questioned, old wounds revisited.  What could go wrong?  Stay cool! Don't ever change! 

GRA's 50th Anniversary

We invite you to join us and your fellow art lovers at GRA on Thursday, April 24th, 4-7pm to celebrate GRA's 50th Anniversary!  The evening includes live music from 4:00-6:00pm, program from 6:00-6:30pm, and door prizes, light refreshments, and cash bar throughout the evening.  This event is free and open to the public.  No tickets required. 

LaVerne and the Starlites

Friday, May 2nd

Doors 6pm, Show 7pm

Tickets: $15

Church of Cash

Friday, May 16th

Doors 6pm, Show 7pm

Tickets: $25, Available in late March/Early April

Open Mic Night: First Thursdays Of The Month

 

Join us on the GRA stage for our monthly Open Mic Nights! The area’s longest-running open mic invites you to bring your talent, whether it’s musical, literary, or otherwise. All ages are welcome, & all ages are regulars here at this supportive & enthusiastic session. Bring your voice or instrument ready to plug in and share!

Be sure to check regularly for upcoming events and live performances or follow us on our Facebook page, Great River Arts, for real time updates. 

 Thank you to Five Wings Arts Council, Minnesota State Arts Board, and the Clean Land Water Land and Legacy Amendment for their support. 

"These activities are made possible, in part, by the voters of Minnesota, through a general operating grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund."

"These activities are made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Five Wings Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund."