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SUMMARY:Free Summer Movie Series
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE summer movie series\, presented in partnership with the Mineral Point Public Library. Each movie shown this summer is themed around archaeology and paleontology! Movies will be shown every other Thursday night at 7:00 pm starting June 11 and running through August 20. Concessions will be available for purchase. \nThis movie follows a roguish adventurer\, who teams up with a plucky librarian and her bumbling brother in Egypt after they accidentally resurrect a cursed high priest with terrifying supernatural powers. They must race to stop the cursed priest from completing an ancient ritual that would give him unstoppable power and bring about a biblical apocalypse. Rated PG-13. \nCheck the Mineral Point Public Library website for the title of the movie or call/stop in the library or Opera House!
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/6849/
CATEGORIES:Library Movies,Movies
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SUMMARY:Free Kids Movie
DESCRIPTION:This event is sponsored by the Mineral Point Public Library and is FREE! Popcorn\, candy\, and drinks will be available for purchase at the concession stand. Stop in the library\, call 608-987-2447\, or visit mineralpointpubliclibrary.org/library-news for the title!
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/5733/
CATEGORIES:Kids' Events,Library Movies
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T210000
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Night
DESCRIPTION:The stage is open for you to share your talents! Join us on Saturday\, July 18 at 7 pm to perform music\, dance\, do a comedy routine\, read poetry\, or any other talent you may have. The event will be hosted by our friends Red Door Duo! \nThe night will run from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Doors and sign-ups will open at 6:30 pm. We provide a sound system — monitors and microphones. Unfortunately\, we don’t have any backline instruments or amps available\, but the house piano will be ready for you to use if needed. Performance time will be limited to two songs or about 5 minutes per person. \nThis is a free event. Audience members are very welcome! Concessions will be for sale. \nPLEASE NOTE: sexist\, racist\, homophobic\, and other derogatory jokes/comments are not permitted\, and the MPOH reserves the right to stop any performance at any time if such behavior is displayed.
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/3604/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T210000
DTSTAMP:20260528T160646Z
CREATED:20260326T174735Z
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SUMMARY:Free Summer Movie Series
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE summer movie series\, presented in partnership with the Mineral Point Public Library. Each movie shown this summer is themed around archaeology and paleontology! Movies will be shown every other Thursday night at 7:00 pm starting June 11 and running through August 20. Concessions will be available for purchase. \nThis movie follows a young brontosaurus separated from his family after a devastating earthquake and his mother’s death. He and a group of young dinosaur friends must journey together through a dangerous prehistoric landscape to reach the fabled Great Valley. Rated G. \nCheck the Mineral Point Public Library website for the title of the movie or call/stop in the library or Opera House!
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/6852/
CATEGORIES:Library Movies,Movies
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T210000
DTSTAMP:20260528T160302Z
CREATED:20260326T174914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T160302Z
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SUMMARY:Free Summer Movie Series
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE summer movie series\, presented in partnership with the Mineral Point Public Library. Each movie shown this summer is themed around archaeology and paleontology! Movies will be shown every other Thursday night at 7:00 pm starting June 11 and running through August 20. Concessions will be available for purchase. \nThis movie follows a group of scientists and visitors who are invited to preview a theme park on a remote island where dinosaurs have been brought back to life through genetic engineering. When the park’s security systems fail\, the dinosaurs break free\, and the survivors must fight to escape before they become prey. Rated PG-13. \nCheck the Mineral Point Public Library website for the title of the movie or call/stop in the library or Opera House!
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/6855/
CATEGORIES:Library Movies,Movies
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T163000
DTSTAMP:20260319T185057Z
CREATED:20250917T141632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T185057Z
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SUMMARY:Free Kids Movie
DESCRIPTION:This event is sponsored by the Mineral Point Public Library and is free! Popcorn\, candy\, and drinks will be available for purchase at the concessions stand. Stop in the library\, call 608-987-2447\, or visit mineralpointpubliclibrary.org/library-news for the title!
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/6561/
CATEGORIES:Kids' Events,Library Movies
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T210000
DTSTAMP:20260528T160126Z
CREATED:20260326T175057Z
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SUMMARY:Free Summer Movie Series
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE summer movie series\, presented in partnership with the Mineral Point Public Library. Each movie shown this summer is themed around archaeology and paleontology! Movies will be shown every other Thursday night at 7:00 pm starting June 11 and running through August 20. Concessions will be available for purchase. \nThis movie is about a street urchin adopted by the Persian king\, who teams up with a feisty princess after being framed for his father’s murder. Together\, they must protect a magical dagger that can reverse time and prevent it from falling into the hands of a power-hungry villain. Rated PG-13. \nCheck the Mineral Point Public Library website for the title of the movie or call/stop in the library or Opera House!
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/6858/
CATEGORIES:Library Movies,Movies
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T210000
DTSTAMP:20260612T161024Z
CREATED:20260610T145513Z
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SUMMARY:The Mascot Theory
DESCRIPTION:There’s something special about a homecoming. \nErik Kjelland — vocalist\, guitarist\, and the reflective heart behind The Mascot Theory — grew up in Mineral Point\, and when the band returns to the Mineral Point Opera House\, it’s more than just another show. It’s a Wisconsin Americana-Rock act coming back to the place where it all began. Give The Mascot Theory a warm welcome back on Saturday\, September 12\, at 7:00 pm. Doors open at 6:00. Friends of the MPOH can purchase tickets on July 1 at 8:00 am; the general public can purchase tickets on July 15 at 8:00 am.  \nThe Mascot Theory has built a devoted following on the strength of emotionally honest songwriting\, soaring harmonies\, and a sound that moves fluidly between introspective folk-rock and full-throttle heartland anthems. Kjelland is joined by Cory Swadley (lead guitar)\, Nick Fry (bass)\, and Paul Metz (drums) — a band whose chemistry fuels live performances that are intimate\, explosive\, and always evolving. \nTheir most recent album\, Cosmic Hit And Run\, is among the most powerful work of their career. Written while Kjelland was grieving the loss of his father and navigating a diagnosis of a rare and potentially fatal brain condition that required invasive surgery — uncertain what would remain on the other side — the album is a deeply cinematic reckoning with survival\, perspective\, and the fragile beauty of still being here. It earned the band the 2026 Wisconsin Area Music Industry (WAMI) Award for Album of the Year. \nTheir previous album\, Every Sign Of Life (2024)\, was recorded with legendary producer Terry Manning at Sonic Ranch Studios in Tornillo\, TX — a testament to the ambition and craft that have come to define The Mascot Theory’s studio work. \nThe accolades reflect a band that has genuinely earned its place among Wisconsin’s finest. Along with their WAMI Album of the Year win\, the band has taken home WAMI Awards for Album Package of the Year and Best Male Vocalist (Kjelland)\, plus dozens of MAMA (Madison Area Music Association) awards. They’ve graced the stages of Summerfest\, Freakfest\, and Mile of Music\, and have shared bills with artists including the BoDeans\, America\, Don McLean\, The Jayhawks\, Old 97’s\, Vance Joy\, Guster\, Kaleo\, Frank Turner\, and many more. \n\n 
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/6914/
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260913T153000
DTSTAMP:20260612T162922Z
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SUMMARY:Opera House Sessions | Music and the Human Spirit
DESCRIPTION:The Mineral Point Opera House is pleased to present Opera House Sessions – a lecture series focused on gaining a better understanding of how music shapes our lives. Each lecture has been organized through Badger Talks\, the speakers bureau for UW-Madison\, which aims to spark conversations on important topics\, engage residents on critical issues\, and share the latest UW research. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students\, plus taxes and fees. Seating is general admission. \nDan Cavanagh will talk about his experiences as a composer and pianist\, paired alongside recent advances in neuroscience and aesthetics that illuminate why music is uniquely important to our varied experiences as human beings. He will discuss how composers\, performers\, and conductors partner with listeners in the moment to create an environment conducive to considering the human spirit\, our place in this universe\, and our relationships with each other and the world. \nDan Cavanagh is a composer and pianist with numerous awards in both areas. He has performed extensively in North America and Europe\, and his music continues to be performed across the globe by classical and jazz artists alike. His music can be heard on a wide variety of recordings\, and he has released five recordings as a leader. In addition to composing and performing\, he is interested in how music and the arts shed light on what it means to be human. \nJoin us for more Opera House Sessions on Sunday\, January 24\, for So you don’t like opera… with David Ronis\, and Sunday\, April 18\, for Tune Up Your Ears! with Jamie Henke.
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/6922/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T155650Z
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SUMMARY:The Countrymen
DESCRIPTION:Part of the 2026 Mineral Point Cornish Festival\, The Countrymen will perform on Saturday\, September 26\, 2026 at 7:00 PM. Back again after their hit performance in 2024! The band is straight from Cornwall\, playing Folk Rock music inspired by Cornish life. Adult tickets are $30\, and student tickets are $15 (plus fees). Seating is general admission. Doors open at 6:30 PM. \nA five-piece band featuring tight four-part vocal harmony and strong instrumentation. Primarily performing original songs and their own arrangements of lesser-known contemporary folk\, the band’s lyrical inspiration is drawn from life in Cornwall\, the demise of local industries\, and other rural issues that resonate throughout the country. The Countrymen are accomplished performers\, engaging the audience with light-hearted banter and backstories to their songs. \nThe Countrymen perform up to 50 live gigs per year\, including spring and autumn concert tours\, festivals\, and other folk events. These include the Little Orchard Festival\, Rock Oyster Festival\, Falmouth International Sea Shanty Festival\, Falmouth Oyster Festival\, and Falmouth Week. \n“These guys are really entertaining. The musicianship\, vocal harmonies\, and the humour all come together to provide a great evening’s entertainment”. – Graham Bunney \nThey’ve also appeared at Looe Saves The Day\, supporting Paul Young’s Los Pacaminos\, headlined at Bridport Folk Festival\, and are looking forward to appearing at Bie Diap in The Netherlands\, Europe’s largest folk and sea song festival. More recently\, The Countrymen have been shortlisted for Glastonbury’s Pilton Stage 2024. The Countrymen have also made several appearances on Westcountry Television\, BBC Radio Cornwall\, and numerous online folk radio stations. \n“If you get the chance to see these guys (The Countrymen) in concert then take it\, you will not be disappointed.” – Harry Glasson \nTo date\, the band has released two albums\, Trees on the Hill and The River Rolls On\, both available on CD and all major streaming/download sites. They are currently working on a third album to be released later in the year.
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/6883/
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTAMP:20260701T183721Z
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SUMMARY:Illusions with Illusionist Tristan Crist and Master Magician Brett Daniels
DESCRIPTION:Two World-class Magicians. One Unforgettable Experience. \nDon’t miss one of the most exciting live magic shows touring today! \nIllusionist Tristan Crist and Master Magician Brett Daniels bring their spectacular theatrical production to the Mineral Point Opera House on Thursday\, October 1 at 7:00 pm. Doors open at 6:00 pm. Tickets are reserved seating and are $40 for the first two rows and boxes\, $30 for the lower level\, and $20 for the balcony. Seniors 60 years old and up receive a $5 discount and children 12 years old and under receive a $5 discount. All tickets are subject to taxes and fees. \nKnown for his charismatic style and larger-than-life illusions\, Tristan Crist delivers a fastpaced experience that captivates audiences of all ages. Named “Illusionist of the Year” by the International Magicians Society\, Crist is also the star of the acclaimed resident production at the Tristan Crist Magic Theatre in the resort town of Lake Geneva\, Wisconsin. His show has been ranked the #1 “Thing to Do” on TripAdvisor for ten consecutive years. Crist combines the wonder of grand illusion with the excitement of a Vegas-style production\, creating an experience that amazes audiences of all ages. \nJoining Tristan Crist for this special engagement is legendary Master Magician Brett Daniels\, one of the most celebrated illusionists in the world. With a career spanning major television appearances\, international tours\, and performances for millions\, Daniels adds another level of excitement and prestige to this extraordinary production. In this performance\, Brett Daniels showcases his love of pure sleight-of-hand\, magnificent free-flying birds\, and mind-bending mentalism. \nTogether\, these two world-class performers create an evening filled with impossible moments that will leave audiences talking. Featuring stunning visual effects\, interactive audience participation\, and epic grand illusion\, this is magic on a scale rarely seen outside of Las Vegas. \nWhether you’re a longtime fan of magic or looking for a unique night out\, this must-see touring production promises an unforgettable experience. Secure your tickets now and discover why audiences are calling it the best live magic show they have ever seen.
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/7172/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T213000
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SUMMARY:Pete Lee
DESCRIPTION:The undeniably nice\, Midwestern crowd pleaser Pete Lee is coming to the Mineral Point Opera House! \nLadies and gentlemen\, prepare for an evening of charm\, humor\, and razor-sharp wit. Pete Lee’s comedy is smart\, funny\, and surprisingly heartfelt\, and he’s bringing it all to the Opera House stage on Saturday\, October 3rd\, at 7:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30 pm. Advance tickets are $25 for the balcony\, $35 for the lower level\, and $45 for the first two rows and boxes (plus taxes and fees). Ticket prices increase by $5 on the day of the show. Friends of the MPOH can purchase tickets on July 1 at 8:00 am; the general public can purchase tickets on July 15 at 8:00 am.  \nPete Lee was the first standup comedian to get a standing ovation on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. This happened after Jimmy personally attended one of Pete’s live shows in NYC and immediately invited him on the show. Pete’s joyful humor comes from his Midwestern roots. Raised in Janesville\, WI by divorced parents and a 19-inch television\, he was destined to pursue a career in entertainment. In 2005\, Pete flew to New York to make his television debut on Comedy Central’s Premium Blend\, and the taping went so well that he decided to move to NYC. Soon after moving to NYC\, he was selected to perform at the Just for Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal\, where he was voted a standout performer. In 2008 Pete made his network television debut performing on NBC’s Last Comic Standing finishing as a semi-finalist. That same year\, he made his television acting debut on the CBS Soap Opera As The World Turns. At the end of 2008\, he shot his own Comedy Central Half Hour Special\, which earned him a cult following at comedy clubs\, and the opportunity to perform over the next ten years at 500 colleges across the country.  \nIn 2010 Pete began producing and editing his own shows for the Internet which led to getting his own web show on MSN.com called New York Minute:30. His web shows attracted the attention of television talent scouts and in 2012 he was hired to be a writer and cast member on FUSE TV’s Video on Trial and the NFL Network’s Top 10’s. In 2013\, Pete was hired as a cast member on VH1’s Best Week Ever\, where he was a writer and cast member for three seasons. That same year\, he made his late night television debut on CBS’s Late Show with David Letterman.  \nCurrently\, Pete is a cast member of TruTV’s Greatest Ever and he hosts his own segment on Nickelodeon’s Nick Toons\, in co-ordination with the NFL\, called NFL Rush. He’s also a regular on TruTV’s Comedy Knockout and Comedy Central’s Roast Battle. And he starred in a documentary titled I Need You to Kill that is now available on iTunes and Amazon. \nIf you haven’t heard of Pete Lee yet\, prepare to tell other people. \n\n 
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/6967/
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261009T213000
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SUMMARY:Ain't That America: John Mellencamp Tribute
DESCRIPTION:“Oh yeah\, life goes on. Long after the thrill of living is gone!” \nJoin us for an evening of driving guitars\, catchy melodies\, and a raspy\, earnest vocal style courtesy of Ain’t That America: a tribute to John Mellencamp as they take the Opera House stage on  Friday\, October 9\, at 7:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30 pm. Advance tickets are $25 for the balcony\, $35 for the lower level\, and $50 for the first two rows and box seats (plus taxes and fees). Prices increase by $5 on the day of the show. Friends of the MPOH can purchase tickets on July 1 at 8:00 am; the general public can purchase tickets on July 15 at 8:00 am. \nOn July 4th\, 1992\, a 15-year-old Eric Reese stumbled onto Ain’t That America: A July 4th Celebration with John Mellencamp on ABC\, and a lifelong obsession was born. After 20 years producing hundreds of live events through his company Loud and Clear Productions\, Eric stepped out of the shadows to create the show he always wanted to make. Ain’t That America is the nation’s most elaborate and accurate live tribute to\nJohn Mellencamp\, pairing all the timeless hits with quality sound\, lighting\, and video to tell the full story of JM’s music and art. The audience will R.O.C.K. in the USA through “Jack and Diane\,” “Hurts So Good\,” “Pink Houses\,” “Cherry Bomb\,” and many more. \nBringing John Mellencamp to the Opera House stage\, one iconic anthem at a time! \n 
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/6973/
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T210000
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SUMMARY:National Theatre Screening Series | Frankenstein
DESCRIPTION:Experience the best of British theatre on our film screen! Each screening is a filmed live production with some of the best actors of today. These productions let you get closer\, delve deeper and take in the spectacle in a way you’ve never experience before. On Thursday\, October 15 at 7:00 pm is a screening of Frankenstein by Nick Dear\, based on the novel by Mary Shelley. Doors open at 6:30 pm. Tickets are $15 for adults and $8 for students. Friends of the MPOH can purchase tickets on July 1 at 8:00 am; the general public can purchase tickets on July 15 at 8:00 am. \nDirected by Academy Award-winner Danny Boyle (Trainspotting\, Slumdog Millionaire)\, Frankenstein features Benedict Cumberbatch (Hamlet\, BBC’s Sherlock) and Jonny Lee Miller (Elementary\, Trainspotting) alternating between the roles of Victor Frankenstein and his creation. \nChildlike in his innocence but grotesque in form\, Frankenstein’s bewildered creature is cast out into a hostile universe by his horror-struck maker. Meeting with cruelty wherever he goes\, the increasingly desperate and vengeful Creature determines to track down his creator and strike a terrifying deal. \nScientific responsibility\, parental neglect\, cognitive development and the nature of good and evil\, are embedded within this thrilling and deeply disturbing classic tale. \nCaptured live on stage in 2011\, this thrilling\, sold-out production became an international sensation\, experienced by almost half a million people in cinemas around the world. \nJoin us for more National Theatre Screenings on Thursday\, February 11\, 2027 for The Importance of Being Earnest and Thursday\, May 6\, 2027 for Fleabag.
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/7084/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T213000
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SUMMARY:The Price Sisters
DESCRIPTION:“Poised to become the torchbearers for bluegrass music.” – No Depression \nSisters Leanna Price and Lauren Price Napier are bringing their harmonies\, talent\, and style to the Opera House stage on Saturday\, October 17\, at 7:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30 pm. Advance tickets are $20 for the balcony\, $25 for the lower level\, and $30 for the first two rows and box seats (plus taxes and fees). Ticket prices increase by $5 on the day of the show. Friends of the MPOH can purchase tickets on July 1 at 8:00 am; the general public can purchase tickets on July 15 at 8:00 am. \nIn the spring of 2016\, Leanna and Lauren signed to Rebel Records and released an EP that August\, thus pursuing to tour professionally as The Price Sisters. The Price Sisters have since performed at numerous venues and festivals across the United States as well as in Germany\, Austria\, Switzerland\, and Canada. The Sisters released their first full-length album for Rebel Records\, “A Heart Never Knows\,” in the spring of 2018 and in 2019 hired their first full-time touring band.  \nWhile Lauren and Leanna front the band and are recognized for their twin-sister harmony singing\, the girls are supported by band members who are each accomplished musicians in their own right. The band is made up of young multi-instrumentalists and vocalists who showcase traditional\, yet fresh and innovative sounds. Lauren has instructed at the Monroe Mandolin Camp\, DelFest Academy\, Mandolin Camp North\, Camp Bluegrass\, Augusta Bluegrass Week\, and more; Leanna has been a featured artist in Fiddler Magazine\, presently works as an apprentice of set-up and repair at Nashville’s The Violin Shop\, and is a frequent fiddler on WSM’s Grand Ole Opry. Banjo player Trevor Holder was awarded first prize on the banjo at the prestigious Old Fiddlers’ Convention in Galax\, VA. Bobby Osborne Jr on bass is no stranger to bluegrass and country music\, having started his musical career touring with his father\, the late Bobby Osborne of the Osborne Brothers. Conner Vlietstra is not only a talented guitarist and vocalist\, but has soloed on the Grand Ole Opry\, is an award-winner on several instruments\, and is well-versed in material stemming from pre-bluegrass and country music catalogs. Both collectively and individually\, band members have instructed and hosted various vocal and instrumental workshops/lessons in private and festival/group settings. \nLauren and Leanna have been Artists in Residence for the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum in Owensboro\, KY and featured on Mandolin Café and in Fiddler magazine. Bluegrass Unlimited magazine has featured articles on The Price Sisters in three separate issues to date; every one of their professional releases earned “highlight” reviews in the magazine as well. The Price Sisters have garnered significant press through outlets such as No Depression\, Paste Magazine\, For Folk’s Sake\, The Bluegrass Situation\, and WSM’s The Eddie Stubbs Show. The Price Sisters band collectively has been nominated for the International Bluegrass Music Association’s (IBMA) Momentum Band of the Year (2024 & 2019) while Lauren has received nominations for Momentum Vocalist and Instrumentalist of the Year (2019 and 2020\, respectively) and Leanna for Momentum Vocalist (2020.) The group has been featured as an official showcase act for the IBMA and has appeared at DelFest\, the University of Chicago’s Folklife Festival\, ROMP\, Bean Blossom\, and many more. Presently\, The Price Sisters have signed to the Del McCoury Band’s family record label\, McCoury Music\, and released their first album for the label titled “Between the Lines” and produced by Ronnie McCoury\, in 2024. Following the release of “Between the Lines\,” The Price Sisters Band made their debut on the world-revered Grand Ole Opry stage.
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/6977/
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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SUMMARY:The Rocky Horror Picture Show
DESCRIPTION:The an-ti-ci… pation is over! \nGet ready for a night of fishnets\, fog machines\, and unforgettable fun as we bring this ultimate cult classic film to our screen on Saturday\, October 24th at 8:00 pm. Doors open at 7:00 pm. Standard advance tickets are $15 and tickets with a prop bag are $25 (plus taxes and fees). Tickets with prop bags will not be sold on the day of the event. General admission ticket prices will increase by $5 on the day of the event. Seating is general admission. Friends of the MPOH can purchase tickets on July 1 at 8:00 am; the general public can purchase tickets on July 15 at 8:00 am. \nWhether you’re a seasoned “shadow caster” or a first-time viewer\, this interactive screening invites audiences to sing\, shout\, dance\, and revel in the gloriously campy world of Dr. Frank-N-Furter and his Transylvanian companions. Prop bags will be provided\, so come ready to participate in one of cinema’s most beloved audience traditions. Dress to impress — your most outrageous costume is always encouraged — and prepare for a night that is anything but ordinary. \nThe film follows a newly engaged couple\, Brad and Janet\, whose car breaks down in a storm. They seek help at a strange castle\, only to have their lives upended by the charismatic Dr. Frank-N-Furter\, and his wild\, eccentric entourage. \nThis film is rated R.
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/6980/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:ACOTAR 6 Midnight Release Ball
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an ACOTAR experience unlike anything in the area. The evening includes fae-inspired cocktails by Pour Decisions Mobile Bartending\, food from Popolo’s\, dancing on stage\, a costume contest\, ACOTAR Jeopardy\, and at the stroke of midnight — ACOTAR 6 placed in your hands. Costumes encouraged. Come as your favorite character. \nPresented by The Book Bar Experience in partnership with Republic of Letters bookstore. \nTickets are one flat ticket price of $100. Every ticket includes the full evening — drink tickets\, food\, all programming\, and a copy of ACOTAR 6 handed out at midnight. There is no separate book add-on. One price\, everything included. \nGuests must be at least 21 years old.
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/7144/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Classical Blast: Dark Side of the Yule
DESCRIPTION:One of the most unique holiday shows to be found. \nClassical Blast is known for melding classical and classic rock music into an exciting series of themed concepts and they’re bringing their holiday show to the Opera House on Sunday\, November 29th\, at 2:00 pm. Doors open at 1:00 pm. Advance tickets are $25 for the balcony\, $35 for the lower level\, and $45 for the first two rows and boxes (plus taxes and fees). Ticket prices increase by $5 on the day of the show. Friends of the MPOH can purchase tickets on July 1 at 8:00 am; the general public can purchase tickets on July 15 at 8:00 am..  \nWith 3 distinctly different concert shows throughout the year\, they have garnered a solid fan base throughout the Midwest and beyond. Band members have performed\, recorded or toured with rock band Survivor\, national country stars\, Broadway productions\, Chicago Theater and more. Their signature show\, Classic Rock… with a Little Bach\, melds popular classical music with classic rock. \nTheir hugely popular holiday show\, Dark Side of the Yule\, melds holiday music\, from 17th century carols to Christmas standards\, with classic rock music by bands like Joni Mitchell\, Moody Blues\, Metallica\, Simon & Garfunkel\, Pink Floyd and more! Originals too\, all exploring many of the holiday season’s darker themes. No worries\, everyone sees the light by the end!  \n 
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/6983/
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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SUMMARY:Rucksack Revolution with Chicago Farmer
DESCRIPTION:Expect a night of raw\, road-worn American music as the acclaimed Chicago Farmer takes the stage first\, followed by headliner Rucksack Revolution; a collaboration between two of Wisconsin’s most celebrated singer-songwriters: Adam Greuel of the high-energy string band Horseshoes & Hand Grenades\, and Sarah Vos of the folk-inspired Dead Horses. We’re welcoming them back to the Opera House stage on Friday\, December 4th\, at 7:00 pm. Doors open at 6:00 pm. Advance tickets are $23 for balcony seats\, $28 for lower level seats\, and $33 for the first two rows and box seats (plus taxes and fees). Ticket prices increase by $5 on the day of the show. Friends of the MPOH can purchase tickets on July 1 at 8:00 am; the general public can purchase tickets on July 15 at 8:00 am. \nRucksack Revolution is the melding of two of Wisconsin’s most recognized modern singer-songwriters. Adam Greuel\, of the high-energy string band Horseshoes & Hand Grenades\, and Sarah Vos\, of the folk-inspired Dead Horses\, draw from broad musical influences ranging from Leonard Cohen to Fleetwood Mac to Gillian Welch & David Rawlings\, to bring you a show that will be mostly focused on original material. The duo’s chemistry as musical partners and dear friends is apparent as their music features tight harmonies\, introspective lyricism\, and soaring melodies. \n\n\n \nThe son of a small town farming community\, Cody Diekhoff logged plenty of highway and stage time under the name Chicago Farmer before settling in the city in 2003. Profoundly inspired by fellow midwesterner John Prine\, he’s a working-class folk musician to his core. His small town roots\, tilled with city streets mentality\, are turning heads North and South of I-80. He writes music for “the kind of people that come to my shows. Whether in Chicago or Delavan\, everyone has a story\, and everyone puts in a long day and works hard the same way.” The name Chicago Farmer was originally for a band\, but the utilitarian life of driving alone from bar to bar\, city to city – to make a direct connection to his audience and listener\, took a deeper hold. \n 
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/6986/
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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SUMMARY:A Christmas Story
DESCRIPTION:This holiday classic will be shown on Sunday\, December 6 at 2:00 PM. Seating is general admission. Tickets will be on sale SOON! \nA Christmas Story follows nine-year-old Ralphie Parker as he schemes and dreams his way through the holiday season in 1940s Indiana\, desperate to find a Red Ryder Carbine Action BB gun under the tree on Christmas morning. Narrated by an older Ralphie looking back with warmth and humor\, the film weaves together a series of childhood vignettes — a tongue frozen to a flagpole\, a run-in with neighborhood bullies\, and a department store Santa who sends kids down a slide. Meanwhile\, his Old Man wins a “major award” in the form of a fishnet-stocking leg lamp\, his mother quietly holds the family together\, and Christmas morning finally arrives with a few surprises. Equal parts funny and sentimental\, it has become one of the most beloved holiday films of all time. \n1983\, Rated PG
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/7108/
CATEGORIES:Movies
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SUMMARY:Isthmus Brass Holiday Show
DESCRIPTION:The Isthmus Brass ensemble is bringing the warmth and grandeur of the holiday season to the Opera House stage on Sunday\, December 13th\, at 2:00 pm. Doors open at 1:00 pm. Advance tickets are $25 for the balcony\, $35 for the lower level\, and $45 for the first two rows and boxes (plus taxes and fees). Ticket prices increase by $5 on the day of the show. Friends of the MPOH can purchase tickets on July 1 at 8:00 am; the general public can purchase tickets on July 15 at 8:00 am. \nEstablished in 2009\, the ensemble was formed when some of the busiest brass players in Madison & Milwaukee looked for ways to collaborate and perform together. They initially decided on a course of performing charitable Christmas Concerts for the unhoused via Porchlight\, Inc. of Dane County where they have raised over $150\,000 in annual benefit concerts. Soon after inception\, they then stepped on to the national stage. The group has now become active year-round\, presenting the highest level virtuosic brass playing in concerts of varying styles with custom arrangements that showcase their individual talents. They have released two holiday recordings\, “Isthmus Brass Christmas” and “We Need a Little Christmas” on Summit Records. \nThe large group has a smaller brass quintet that plays smaller venues and often handles the outreach/teaching commitments for the group. Both groups offer diverse programming including popular holiday concerts\, patriotic concerts (featuring Sousa Marches and other American fare)\, light classical (well known classical work with an Isthmus Brass flare) and jazz/popular programs featuring individual members improvisational prowess on standard jazz tunes. \n 
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/6990/
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261220T170000
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SUMMARY:The Year Without A Santa Claus & Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer
DESCRIPTION:This holiday double feature of Rankin/Bass stop motion classics will be shown on Sunday\, December 20 at 2:00 PM. Seating is general admission. Tickets will be on sale SOON! \nThe Year Without a Santa Claus (1974) follows a weary Santa Claus who decides to take Christmas off after concluding that no one really cares about the holiday anymore\, leaving it to Mrs. Claus and two determined elves to change his mind. Their mission takes them to Southtown\, USA\, where they clash with the scene-stealing Heat Miser and Snow Miser — a pair of bickering elemental brothers whose catchy songs have made them the most memorable part of the special for generations. \nRudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964) is the longest-running holiday TV special in history\, following a young reindeer who runs away from home after being mocked for his glowing nose\, joining forces with an elf who’d rather make toys than pull teeth and a prospector searching for a peppermint mine. Together they discover the Island of Misfit Toys and ultimately find their way back to save Christmas when a blinding snowstorm threatens Santa’s annual flight. \nBoth features are family friendly and appropriate for all ages!
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/7112/
CATEGORIES:Movies
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SUMMARY:It's A Wonderful Life
DESCRIPTION:The classic holiday film It’s A Wonderful Life will be shown on Thursday\, December 24 at 2:00 PM. Adult tickets are $10 and student tickets are $5\, plus taxes and fees. Seating is general admission. We will have hot cocoa for sale during the showing\, with the option to add Peppermint Schnapps. Friends of the MPOH can purchase tickets on July 1 at 8:00 am; the general public can purchase tickets on July 15 at 8:00 am. \nGeorge Bailey has spent his entire life giving of himself to the people of Bedford Falls. He has always longed to travel but never had the opportunity in order to prevent rich skinflint Mr. Potter from taking over the entire town. All that prevents him from doing so is George’s modest building and loan company\, which was founded by his generous father. But on Christmas Eve\, George’s Uncle Billy loses the business’s $8\,000 while intending to deposit it in the bank. Mr. Potter finds the misplaced money and hides it from Uncle Billy. When the bank examiner discovers the shortage later that night\, George realizes that he will be held responsible and sent to jail and the company will collapse\, finally allowing Mr. Potter to take over the town. Thinking of his wife\, Mary\, their four children\, and others he loves will be better off with him dead\, he contemplates suicide. But the prayers of his loved ones result in his guardian angel named Clarence Odbody coming to Earth to help him\, with the promise of earning his wings. He shows him what things would have been like if he had never been born. \n1946\, Rated PG
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/7104/
CATEGORIES:Movies
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SUMMARY:Opera House Sessions | So You Don't Like Opera...
DESCRIPTION:The Mineral Point Opera House is pleased to present Opera House Sessions – a lecture series focused on gaining a better understanding of how music shapes our lives. Each lecture has been organized through Badger Talks\, the speakers bureau for UW-Madison\, which aims to spark conversations on important topics\, engage residents on critical issues\, and share the latest UW research. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students\, plus taxes and fees. Seating is general admission. \n David Ronis is the Karen K. Bishop Director of Opera at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Since coming to UW-Madison in 2014\, seven of his productions have garnered national attention\, winning awards from The American Prize and the National Opera Association. Before devoting himself full-time to teaching\, for many years he was a performer\, singing and acting in opera\, concerts\, musical theater\, and television commercials. “Opera has the reputation for being elitist and stuffy\, badly acted\, and boring. It’s true that bad opera can be just that. But good opera is extremely entertaining and often profoundly moving. I’ve devoted my life to cultivating that.” The evening will end with a Q&A section. \nJoin us for more Opera House Sessions on Sunday\, September 13\, for Music and the Human Spirit with Dan Cavanagh\, and Sunday\, April 18\, for Tune Up Your Ears! with Jamie Henke.
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/7022/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Davina and The Vagabonds
DESCRIPTION:“Davina and The Vagabonds combat heartache with sugar and sass.” DOWNBEAT MAGAZINE \nLed by powerhouse vocalist and pianist Davina Sowers\, Davina & The Vagabonds is bringing their high-energy vintage music to the Opera House stage on Friday\, January 29th\, at 7:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30. Advance tickets are $28 for the balcony and lower level and $33 for the first two rows and boxes (plus taxes and fees). Prices will increase by $5 on the day of the show. Friends of the MPOH can purchase tickets on July 1 at 8:00 am; the general public can purchase tickets on July 15 at 8:00 am. \nFounded in Minneapolis\, the group quickly rose from local favorite to global touring act\, captivating audiences across the U.S.\, Europe\, and beyond. Their sound draws from early New Orleans jazz\, swing\, blues\, and soul\, infused with contemporary storytelling and dynamic arrangements. At the heart of it all is Davina’s commanding voice and expressive piano style\, which anchor every performance with emotion\, grit\, and grace. \nWhether performing originals or reimagining timeless favorites\, Davina & The Vagabonds offer a show that is soulful\, sophisticated\, and unforgettable—an experience that leaves audiences uplifted\, inspired\, and wanting more. \nMuch like the music\, the story spurns era\, expectation\, and classification. The often unbelievable\, sometimes harrowing\, and wholly inspiring journey of Davina Sowers gave birth to her eponymous band Davina and The Vagabonds in 2004. As the tale goes\, she grew up in the economically depressed Allegheny town of Altoona\, PA\, which she now describes as “awesome in the industrial era\, but horrible for high school.” She was adopted by her much older stepfather when he was in his 80s; he passed away when she was just 13. Through him and his Edison phonograph\, she first heard The Ink Spots\, Sidney Bechet\, Louis Armstrong and Louis Prima\, Sister Rosetta Tharpe\, and many others. “Great man. He was my angel and still is\,” she says. \nTo this day\, Davina still refers to music as “my first and eternal love.” Despite early dalliances with classical piano and guitar\, she developed a heavy drug habit in high school\, which morphed into heroin dependency\, left her homeless\, sent her in and out of jail\, and brought on all manner of trouble. Kicking dope on the streets\, she “got clean\, started the band\, and worked [her] ass off every day since.” \nDavina and the Vagabonds shine every time they play. To date\, they’ve performed in forty-five states\, twelve European countries\, and two Canadian provinces. Not to mention\, they’ve earned feverish acclaim from the Chicago Tribune\, NPR\, and more in addition to performing on BBC’s international favorite late-night program Later… With Jools Holland and appearing on PBS’s Bluegrass Underground. \n 
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/6993/
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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SUMMARY:Bad Momz of Comedy
DESCRIPTION:As seen on The Kelly Clarkson Show\, Bad Momz of Comedy has been selling out venues across the country since founder and Chicago-based comic Orly KG launched the powerhouse showcase in 2022. They’re bringing the laughs to the Opera House on Friday\, February 5th\, at 7:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30. Advance tickets are $25 in the balcony\, $30 for the lower level\, and $40 for the first two rows and boxes (plus taxes and fees). Ticket prices increase by $5 on the day of the show. Friends of the MPOH can purchase tickets on July 1 at 8:00 am; the general public can purchase tickets on July 15 at 8:00 am. \nAbout Bad Momz of Comedy:\nBad Momz of Comedy\, as seen on the Kelly Clarkson Show\, continues to sell out shows across the country — making moms and men laugh. Founded by Chicago-based comic Orly KG in 2022\, each Bad Momz of Comedy show utilizes a small showcase of hilarious comics from its growing roster of 80+ influential mom/female comics. Previously packed venues include Zanies Nashville\, Chicago\, and Rosemont\, Illinois as well as St. Louis City Winery\, Chicago’s Theater on the Lake\, and more. @badmomzofcomedy on all socials. \nAbout Orly KG\, Founder of Bad Momz of Comedy:\nSeen on The Kelly Clarkson Show with Bad Momz of Comedy – Orly K.G. continues to hustle her way into the comedy scene with her sarcasm and antics about marriage\, parenting\, and her rapidly decaying body. She’s appeared at Second City Chicago\, Zanies\, Comedy Bar\, The Laugh Factory\, The Lincoln Lodge\, and Annoyance Theater. Orly K.G. is the founder of Bad Momz of Comedy\, as well as the co-creator of two pretty decent kids with her patient\, non-comic husband. This Jewish mom is funny — but PLEASE do not call her Mrs. Maisel. Oy! @orlykgcomedy on all socials.
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/6996/
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270211T210000
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SUMMARY:National Theatre Screening Series | The Importance of Being Earnest
DESCRIPTION:Experience the best of British theatre on our film screen! Each screening is a filmed live production with some of the best actors of today. These productions let you get closer\, delve deeper and take in the spectacle in a way you’ve never experience before. On Thursday\, February 11 at 7:00 pm is a screening of The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde\, directed by Max Webster. Doors open at 6:30 pm. Tickets are $15 for adults and $8 for students. Friends of the MPOH can purchase tickets on July 1 at 8:00 am; the general public can purchase tickets on July 15 at 8:00 am. \nThree-time Olivier Award-winner Sharon D Clarke is joined by Ncuti Gatwa (Doctor Who; Sex Education) in this joyful reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated comedy. \nWhile assuming the role of a dutiful guardian in the country\, Jack lets loose in town under a false identity. Meanwhile\, his friend Algy adopts a similar facade. Hoping to impress two eligible ladies\, the gentlemen find themselves caught in a web of lies they must carefully navigate. \nMax Webster (Life of Pi) directs this hilarious story of identity\, impersonation and romance\, filmed live from the National Theatre in London.  \nJoin us for more National Theatre Screenings on Thursday\, October 15\, 2026 for Frankenstein\, and Thursday\, May 6\, 2027 for Fleabag.
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/7089/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270213T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270213T213000
DTSTAMP:20260627T210909Z
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SUMMARY:The Crown Jewels: A Tribute To Queen
DESCRIPTION:Hailing from Minneapolis\, The Crown Jewels brings together some of the area’s finest and most seasoned musicians\, all united by a deep love and reverence for one of rock’s greatest bands. \nFrom the soaring vocals to the technically demanding guitar work and thunderous rhythms\, this talented ensemble of nationally and internationally touring veterans has worked tirelessly to create a show that does justice to Queen’s legendary catalog and they’re bringing it all to the Opera House stage on Saturday\, February 13th\, at 7:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30. Advance tickets are $30 for the balcony and lower level\, and $40 for the first two rows and box seats\, plus taxes and fees. Ticket prices increase by $5 on the day of the show. Friends of the MPOH can purchase tickets on July 1 at 8:00 am; the general public can purchase tickets on July 15 at 8:00 am. \n“We put this band together because over the years we all have at some point in our musical careers been influenced by Queen\, and we wanted to share our love of this music with the public. While this music is technically very demanding\, and takes a lot of extra effort to get right\, there is a certain joy that comes from playing it well and doing the music justice. We have worked hard to create a show that even Queen would be proud of.” \nFrom start to finish\, the show is incredible with something for everyone\, from the hardcore Queen fan to the casual listener. The showmanship on stage is reflected by the resumes of the band members\, all of whom are veterans of the music business and who have toured both nationally and internationally with other projects. \n 
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/6999/
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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SUMMARY:The Jimmys
DESCRIPTION:Madison’s own The Jimmys is a powerhouse seven piece blues band coming to the Opera House on Saturday\, February 20th\, at 8:00 pm. Doors open at 7:00. Advance tickets will be $20 for the lower and upper levels and $30 for the first two rows and boxes\, plus taxes and fees. Ticket prices increase by $5 on the day of the show. Friends of the MPOH can purchase tickets on July 1 at 8:00 am; the general public can purchase tickets on July 15 at 8:00 am. \nLed by Jimmy Voegeli\, a multiple Madison Area Music Award and Wisconsin Area Music Industry Award winner whose Hammond organ\, soulful vocals\, and larger-than-life stage presence anchor every performance. Blending blues with a touch of R&B and New Orleans funk\, the band brings together an exceptional lineup featuring blazing horns\, greasy guitars\, and a rhythm section that never lets up. Praised by Alligator Records founder Bruce Iglauer as “excellent musicians\, wildly fun entertainers” who make every performance feel like a party\, The Jimmys have earned a devoted following at festivals\, theaters\, and stages across the region and beyond. \nThe Jimmys have released five critically ac-claimed albums of original music and have earned 30+ awards in numerous categories on a highly competitive local\, regional\, and national level. In 2014-2018 & 2022\, The Jimmys won MAMA awards for “Blues Per-former of the Year”; in 2014\, 2021\, 2023 “Artist of the Year” along with awards for “Blues Album of the Year” in 2016-2017\, & 2020; “Blues Song of the Year” 2014\, 2016-2017 and in 2020 “Unique Song of the Year”. Awards with Independent Blues include “Local R&B Band”\, “Local Blues Band”\, “Blues Band”\, “Blues Song of the Year” and “Best Contemporary Song”. Other awards include Downbeat Magazine “Best Album”; Isthmus Mad Faves “Madison’s Favorite Band”; and multiple years with Madison Magazine “Best Blues Band”\, “Best Blues Gold Winner”\, “Best Local Band”\, and MAMA Hall of Fame Class “Best Performer”.
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/7002/
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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SUMMARY:Midwest Murder Podcast - Live On Stage
DESCRIPTION:The beloved podcast and television series\, winning fans with its meticulous research\, gripping storytelling\, and compassionate focus on the victims at the heart of each case. \nMidwest Murder Podcast is bringing their live show to the Opera House stage on Saturday\, February 27th\, at 7:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30. Advance tickets are $25 for the balcony and lower level\, and $35 for the first two rows and boxes\, plus taxes and fees. Ticket prices will increase by $5 on the day of the show. Friends of the MPOH can purchase tickets on July 1 at 8:00 am; the general public can purchase tickets on July 15 at 8:00 am. \nThe chart climbing true crime phenomenon Midwest Murder Podcast\, hosted by Jonah Lantto and Dawn Palumbo\, has captivated audiences with its gripping storytelling\, thoughtful research\, and powerful on stage chemistry. What began in Minot\, North Dakota has grown into a beloved podcast and television series\, earning a dedicated fanbase drawn to the show’s compelling approach to real life crime stories. \nKnown for their meticulous research and compassionate focus on the victims at the heart of each case\, Lantto and Palumbo deliver stories that are as engaging as they are impactful. Their natural rapport and thoughtful storytelling style create an atmosphere where every detail matters and every moment keeps audiences leaning in. \nThis live experience offers fans the chance to step inside the world of Midwest Murder Podcast\, where intriguing cases\, insightful commentary\, and the hosts’ dynamic chemistry come together in an unforgettable night of true crime storytelling. \nReserve your seats now for an evening of fascinating stories and live podcast energy with Midwest Murder Podcast.
URL:https://mineralpointoperahouse.org/events/event/7005/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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