The following events are at The Zumbrota State Theatre.
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Sat27Sep20257:00 PMZumbrota State Theater
GERSHWIN! Prudence Johnson & Dan Chouinard with violinist Randy Sabien
No other composer captured the spirit and energy of 20th-century America better
than George Gershwin. In his tragically short lifetime, he gave us masterpieces like
Rhapsody in Blue, An American in Paris, Porgy and Bess and beloved songs—
“Summertime,” “Lady Be Good,” “Someone to Watch Over Me”--that have become part of the fabric of our culture. Gershwin’s music is in good hands with pianist Dan Chouinard, violinist Randy Sabien and vocalist Prudence Johnson, who bring gentle virtuosity and playful invention to the stage. Toes can’t help tapping when Randy
starts swinging, hearts melt when Prudence wraps her velvet voice around a
Gershwin love song, and Dan’s version of Rhapsody in Blue is an absolute show
stopper!“(Johnson’s) lush, precise, expressive voice, with its pearls of vibrato, is best
unadorned. A smart, sensitive pianist – like Chouinard, an in-demand
accompanist – is all she needs.” Pamela Espeland, MinnPost -
Fri03Oct202510:00 AMZumbrota State Theater
Join us for a deep dive into the world of music and lyrics at our upcoming event! Learn from industry experts about the intricate craft behind creating memorable songs. Get ready to explore the art of storytelling through music and lyrics, and gain valuable insights into the creative process.
This event is perfect for aspiring songwriters, musicians, and anyone passionate about music. Come mingle with like-minded individuals, share ideas, and maybe even collaborate on a new project! Don't miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and network with fellow music enthusiasts.
Be sure to mark your calendar and join us for Music and Lyrics - The Craft of the Art! See you there!
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Sat18Oct20257:00 PMZumbrota State Theatre
Laurel Canyon is a neighborhood in the Hollywood Hills region of the Santa Monica Mountains. The creative flowering that grew out of this section of Los Angeles in the 1960s and early 1970s produced some of the greatest music of that era, changing the culture and the lives of some of rock and roll’s most gifted artists. Imagine living down the road from Joni Mitchel or just upstairs from Jackson Browne. Imagine if all you had to do on a weekend night was walk down the street and you were at someone’s house and they had a guitar and a piano … and their name was Neil Young, or Graham Nash, or Glen Frey. Imagine if your neighbors were musicians who were starting bands called The Doors, The Byrds, Crosby Stills and Nash, The Monkees, The Eagles, and The Mamas and Papas.
Veteran singers Mary Jane Alm, Boyd Lee, Aimée Lee, Paul Frantzich and Tim Frantzich, along with a stellar lineup of musicians will walk you through the streets of this magical place and time. You will hear the stories of some of your favorite musicians. Your memory will be flooded with songs from The Association, The Turtles, Linda Ronstadt, Carole King, James Taylor, Buffalo Springfield, Brian Wilson, The Jefferson Airplane, and more … all who resided in this beautiful bubble of creativity, friendship, sunshine, and music.
This show brings together what happened in this magical place when it was just the right time, just the right space, with just the right musicians … in a very special moment in time that created the songs of Laurel Canyon.
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Sat15Nov20257:00 PMZumbrota State Theatre
More information and ticket link available soon
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Sat29Nov20257:00 PMZumbrota State Theatre
Concert information and ticket link will be available soon.
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Sat06Dec20257:00 PMZumbrota State Theatre
Performance information will be available soon.
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Sun07Dec20252:00 PMZumbrota State Theatre
Performance information will be available soon.
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Fri12Dec20257:00 PMZumbrota State Theatre
Over 20 years of holiday arranging, recording, and touring finds SimpleGifts in peak creative holiday mode this season. “We are more passionate than ever about bringing folks together around the traditional carols and hymns that we have lovingly reimagined like no other show,” says band-leader Billy McLaughlin.
Celtic whistles, violin, piano, acoustic guitar and percussion are topped off with angelic three-part harmonies giving this legendary ensemble its signature “Old-World Modern” sound.Audiences of all ages laugh, cry, celebrate and sing along to perhaps the most original versions of Christmas classics you will ever find – as heard on the group’s six outstanding holiday CD’s. Warm up your ears for the show on Spotify or wherever you stream your music.
Exquisite set-design, lighting and exceptional audio system exceed expectations nightly. Long-time fans look forward to welcoming you back or meeting you for the first time and just might have a Christmas cookie for you!
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Sat10Jan2026
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