Performers and sponsors for the 2012 season of Music in the Park has been updated. Click here for a full schedule and more information.
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Monroe Crossing @ State Theatre Saturday June 9th 8pm!
Crossings is hosting Monroe Crossing at the State Theatre this Saturday June 9th @ 8pm!
Celebrating their 12th year together in 2012, Monroe Crossing dazzles audiences with an electrifying blend of classic bluegrass, bluegrass gospel, and heartfelt originals. Audiences will delight in their airtight harmonies, razor sharp arrangements, and on-stage rapport at the Zumbrota State Theatre.
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Nashville Song Writers @ State Theatre June 1st & 2nd
Come meet the song writting artists and hear the stories behind some of your favorite country songs, like Blake Shelton and Kenny Chesney, Miranda Lambert, Willie Nelson’s famous albums written by Ray Stephenson and Buddy Owens. Followed by a free art show viewing from both the artists.
This will be an intimate couple hours of story telling and jamming country!! Performence at 7pm, Doors open at 6pm.
Tickets may be purchased at Wild Ginger, Zumbrota, MN and Doc Sawyers Restaurant, Goodhue, MN or at the door
Crossings Presents Peter Mayer @ State Theater May 19
Peter Mayer’s songs have been compared to Shaker furniture – clean and light, yet hardly simple. Mayer, whose guitar skills make playing his music seem deceptively easy, will perform at the historic State Theatre in Zumbrota on Sat., May 19, at 8 p.m.
Crossings Presents Kings of Swing @ State Theater May 12
See competitive-level swing dance couple Devin and Kendra from Northfield show off some fancy footwork during several numbers!
Get your swing thing going when Jivin’ Ivan and the Kings of Swing Lindy Hop onto the stage at Zumbrota's State Theatre on Sat., May 12, at 8 p.
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Crossings Presents Lorie Line at the State Theater May 11th
Crossings brings famed Minnesota musical talent Lorie Line to the Zumbrota State Theatre as part of her intimate concert series. The theme, “Live in the Sunshine,” plays off of a hymn from her brand new, highly anticipated release The Heritage Collection, Volume Six.
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ZAAC Seeks A Theatre Director
The Zumbrota Area Arts Council is seeking an enthusiastic and forward-thinking person to fill the role of Theatre Director. This person will be responsible for planning, promoting and managing events at the State Theatre, and will help to develop and work with a diverse volunteer base. Position is part time and pay is dependent on qualifications. For more information please see the full position description here.
To be assured of consideration please submit cover letter, resume and three references by May 7th 2012 to info@zaac.org or to ZAAC, PO Box 45, Zumbrota, MN 55992
Free ZAAC Event: Why I left the Amish
On May 4th at 630 pm the Zumbrota Area Arts Council is hosting a free event at the State Theatre. Recently features in the PBS documentary The Amish, Saloma Furlong will discus her memoir Why I left the Amish and discuss this enigmatic community. For more information please click here, or visit the the author's blog.
Music in the Park 2012
The performers for Music in the Park 2012 have been lined up. Follow the link the at the end of this post for the full list. Sponsers for an evening of summer music are still being sought. If you are interested in Sponsering please contact info@zaac.org.