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Music in East Park – Tuesday, June 9th, 2015 – 7pm
June 9 — Zumbrota Community Band
Sponsored by Kalass Insurance & Main Street Pharmacy
Full Summer 2015 Music in The Park schedule and location
Zumbrota's East Park,
on East Avenue — 1 block east of Main Street.
Movie Event: Sideways — March 22
This More Than a Movie showing brings you right into the film with our very own wine tasting pre-show event! Starting at 6 pm, wine expert Shannon Fitzgibbons will explain the ins and outs of wine and food pairings while you sample the wine and the food. ZZest will be catering artisan cheeses and other fine pastry. Tickets are $20 (movie admission included) and can be reserved by emailing statetheatre@zaac.org.
Make sure you reserve your tickets early–only 40 pre-show tickets are available!
Just interested in seeing the film? No worries. Movie-only tickets will be available at the door for our usual bargain price of $5. The film begins at 7 pm.
Nominated for five Oscars in 2005 (and winning one) "Sideways" stars Paul Giamatti, Thomas Haden Church and Virginia Madsen in a compassionate vintage comedy about friendship and all its imperfections. It follows two men who have reached middle age with not much to show for it but disappointment. They embark on a week long road trip through California's wine country, just as one is about to take a trip down the aisle.
Rated R.
For more information, call (507) 732-5210.
The State Theatre is located at 96 East 4th Street in Zumbrota.
April Verch — March 16
Crossings brings this CD release show to Zumbrota's State Theatre on Saturday, March 16, at 7:30 pm. Internationally renowned fiddler April Verch performs the folk music of Canada and the southern United States, Celtic ballads and more, always finding the heart of the music and singing it truly, with no need to imitate .Tickets are $20 in advance, $22 the day of the show. To purchase tickets call (507) 732-7616.
The April Verch Band—rounded out by bassist and clawhammer banjo player Cody Walters and guitarist Hayes Griffin, who has a Masters in jazz improv from the New England Conservatory— is an energetic, virtuosic, tradition-celebrating outfit, not to mention one that’s not soon forgotten when they depart the stage. It doesn’t hurt that the thrilling grand finale involves Verch fiddling and step dancing—and often executing two entirely different intricate rhythmic patterns—at once.
The trio wins over audiences with sheer musical virtuosity as well as charm, humor and boundless energy on stage. Audiences are also drawn in by subtle things – April's pure voice, the finely detailed elegance of her fiddle phrasing and the depth of a repertoire that ranges from bluegrass to Brazilian to Celtic, from a jaunty Canadian folksong to a poignant contemporary ballad.
Verch doesn’t just perform music, she exudes it, sometimes engaging in fiddle licks so intense her bow sheds hair. This world class fiddler, singer, songwriter and stepdancer has a passion for performing. Her goal is to touch the lives of those who are listening. She became the first woman in history to win both of Canada’s most prestigious fiddle championships, the Grand Masters and the Canadian Open. When Canada hosted the 2010 Winter Olympics, she was asked to represent her country’s music at the opening ceremonies.
Tiptoe Through the ’60s — March 9
Join "child of the sixties" Prudence Johnson and fellow musician Dan Chouinard as they perform the music of a revolutionary decade in "Tiptoe Through the '60s" on Saturday, March 9, at 7:30 pm. Crossings is bringing the concert to Zumbrota's State Theatre. Tickets are $15 in advance, $18 the day of the show and can be purchased by calling (507) 732-7616. Doors open at 6:30.
"Tiptoe" features the triumphs, tragedies and trends of the 1960s with over 300 images on two giant screens. Audiences can sing along to songs such as, "Hit the Road Jack," "Surfer Girl," "Blowin' in the Wind," "Hey Jude," and "Hello Dolly." Stories will be shared, and there's even a chance for audience members to become part of the experience by submitting personal stories and song ideas online. Submit your memories or suggestions here!
Prudence Johnson is a true child of the sixties, emerging from the decade freshly graduated from high school and ready to join a hippie commune. However, her life took a different turn. She became a professional singer, recording more than a dozen albums, working in films such as "A River Runs Through It," and "A Prairie Home Companion," touring across the country and the world, and appearing on and off on Garrison Keillor's live weekly radio show. These days, she loves pursuing her passions for history, literature and music as a writer, producer and performer in multi-media shows like "Tiptoe Through the 60s."
Dan Chouinard was born in 1961, too late to remember anything about JFK but in plenty of time to memorize every word of the "Mary Poppins" soundtrack LP. He grew up in Richfield and Lindstrom, learning music along with a houseful of brothers and sisters. He lives in St. Paul and works not only as a pianist and accordionist, but also as the creator and host of live shows for Minnesota Public Radio, the Minnesota Historical Society and many others. When not performing he can be found bicycling interesting places with his tent and accordion.
Dan and Prudence were last seen delighting audiences at the State Theatre for the sold out "Hometown Holiday Show" in December.
This activity is made possible in part by a grant provided by the
Minnesota State Arts Board through an appropriation
by the Minnesota State Legislature from the Minnesota arts and
cultural heritage fund with money provided by a vote of the
people of Minnesota on November 4, 2008.
Rumours & Dreams: Fleetwood Mac Tribute — March 2
This Saturday night, March 2, the music of an iconic '70s and '80s pop rock band plays again at Zumbrota's State Theatre with “Rumours and Dreams: The Music of Fleetwood Mac.” Tickets are $28 in advance, $30 the day of the show and can be purchased by calling (507) 732-7616. Doors open at 6:30 pm. The show begins at 7:30.
The concert is back by popular demand after filling the vintage theatre a year ago. Singer/songwriter Pamela McNeill has assembled an all-star band to bring the music of Fleetwood Mac to life. Joining her will be Minnesota Music Hall of Famer Mary Jane Alm along with Jeff Engholm, whom State Theatre audiences remember well from Collective Unconscious concerts. Also in the band are Tom Bard, Jay Graf, and Dugan McNeill.
Concert-goers will revel in the group’s hits, including “The Chain,” “Landslide,” “Rhiannon,” and “Don’t Stop (Thinking about Tomorrow).” Some deeper cuts will gratify the most dedicated fans of this British-American rock band.
McNeill’s distinctive “voice of a fiery angel,” lends itself to the music, while the impeccable musicianship of the band and Engholm’s vocals top it off like whipped cream on a sundae.
Fleetwood Mac formed in 1967 in London. Their second album after the incorporation of Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham was the 1977 hit “Rumours,” which produced four U.S. Top 10 singles (including Nicks' song “Dreams,” which was the band's first and only U.S. number one). The album remained at No.1 on the American albums chart for 31 weeks. To date the album has sold over 40 million copies worldwide, making it the ninth highest selling album of all time.
“…McNeill packs one helluva punch. The style is originally home-cooked, countrified rock done to a smoldering turn. The execution is emotive, articulate, full-throated vocals. And a world of stage presence.” – The Pulse of the Twin Cities
The State Theatre is located at 96 East 4th Street in Zumbrota, MN.
A Briefcase Full of Blues Brothers — February 23
Crossings brings "A Briefcase Full of Blues Brothers" tribute show to Zumbrota's State Theatre on Saturday, February 23 at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $28 in advance, $32 the day of the show. Tickets can be purchased by calling (507) 732-7616. Doors open at 6:30.
Billing themselves as newly discovered siblings of the Blues Brothers, endowed with Elwood's harmonica and sunglasses, nine performers will share all the best songs performed by Jake and Elwood Blues and their friends. "Jake and Elwood Blues restarted the Rhythm and Blues revolution 35 years ago," said Grant F. Haake, who has performed in Zumbrota as a member of the tribute bands Revolution 5 and Trembling Wilburys. The concert will feature music from the movie, as well as songs from Blues Brothers performances and albums.
Haake will assume the persona of Greg Blues, while Jeff Lee (The Receders, Nelson Lee, Trembling Wilburys) takes the role of Leroy Blues. Joining them are Muggsy Lauer and Leon Laudenbach on guitars, Andy Deckard on drums, Ellis Haake on bass, George Maurer on keys, and a horn section consisting of Ken Vork, Keith Haake, Mike Anderson and some special guests.
Bring your sunglasses and orange whips to this electrifying show — Hit it!
ART on Main – Call for Artists
The Zumbrota Area Arts Council (ZAAC) is bringing art to the main street of Zumbrota. This is an exciting opportunity for artists to show their art to thousands of visitors and residents in our area. Your artwork could be chosen to be reproduced in full color on a banner which will hang from one of the lampposts on main street in Zumbrota.
Up to 28 works of art will be chosen. Each art piece will be printed on a 44” tall by 24” wide banner. Banners will hang in Zumbrota from May to September 2013.
The artistsʼ original banner artwork will be displayed at local businesses throughout the summer. The original artwork and the banners themselves will be sold on the ZAAC website at the end of the summer. All the proceeds from this sale will go to ZAAC State Theatre Fund.
An opening reception will give the artists an opportunity to unveil their artwork and meet the public.
Thousands of brochures showing the artwork and giving information about the artists will be distributed throughout our area. ZAAC and Zumbrota businesses will promote this event regionally. A website will be developed to display the artwork.
To download a copy of the information and application brochure, click Art on Main call for artisits 2013 word
Now Accepting Applications for Art in East Park
Art in East Park is a major attraction at our Annual Covered Bridge Festival weekend. Always held the third Saturday in June, this year's art fair falls on June 15. Rain or shine, Zumbrota's East Park is the perfect venue for a beautiful day of great art, music and food. The tall pines provide shelter and shade, the playground keeps the young ones entertained, and everyone enjoys a relaxing day spent with old friends and new. Stick around for the 6 pm grand parade featuring a high school marching band competition.
Artist Applications to Exhibit can be found here: 2013 Art In East Park Application
More than a Movie: Mamma Mia! – February 9
How can you resist singing along to the hit songs of ABBA in this fun frolic of a film? Make it twice the fun in your favorite 1970s clothing! Saturday, February 9, 7 pm. $5 Admission.
This story of a bride-to-be set on a gorgeous Greek Island is the perfect romantic warm up to Valentine's Day. Will Sophie Sheridan discover who her real father is? It's a fun ride with Donna and the Dynamo's reunited and the island bursting with song: Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Take A Chance on Me….
Starring Meryl Streep, Pierce Brosnan, Colin Firth and Amanda Seyfried. Rated PG-13.
For more information call (507) 732-5210
State Theatre, 96 East 4th Street, Zumbrota, MN 55992