Paradise Center for the Arts 24/25 Season

From the Director Chair

Welcome to the Paradise Center for the Arts! The Paradise staff and board of directors are excited to present our 2024/2025 season guide, showcasing the best of what our art center offers. Our multidisciplinary Art Center is a place that encourages creativity and self-expression while inspiring and empowering artists of all levels. In our season guide, we have curated a wide variety of events, classes, and gallery exhibitions that will ignite your imagination and enhance your artistic journey. We have something for everyone, from live theatre performed by the Paradise Community Theatre to music acts like Joseph Hall’s Elvis Rock ‘n’ Remember Tribute, live comedy, and the visual arts in our four on-site galleries.

Over the last seventeen years, the Paradise Center for the Arts has provided many amazing arts activities and experiences for the Faribault community and the region. We look forward to continuing to offer these meaningful and life-changing experiences for our patrons. Please join us for our 2024/2025 season, where we welcome everyone to experience the transformative power of the Arts.

Julie Thank you for your support!

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STAFF

Julie Fakler - Executive Director - full time

Julie is excited to be leading the Paradise Center for the Arts with such an amazing team. Julie has been with the Paradise for over 12 years as a staff member, and this will be her 15th year as the head of the gallery committee. Julie has a BFA in painting and drawing from Minneapolis College of Art & Design, and continues to create art whenever she can.

Julie can be reached at: director@paradisecenterforthearts.org

Will McIntyre - Performing Arts and Education Director - full time

Will holds a Bachelor of Arts in Theater, Sociology, and Anthropology from St. Olaf College, and is thrilled to be the most recent addition to the PCA staff. He grew up on the Paradise stage and has been part of over 30 productions at the Paradise alone! Will is the first-ever Performing Arts & Education Director at the Paradise and feels lucky to be combining his love for both education and theatre! You may reach will at will@paradisecenterforthearts.org

Rhonda Norgaard - Administrative Assistant - part time

Rhonda may have the life of an admin assistant but she’s so much more to the PCA! Rhonda handles all of the paperwork that floats around in the back office and actually seems to like it. Rhonda enjoys her office in the basement but finds herself wandering upstairs for meetings and co-worker chats.

Rhonda can be reached at: accounting@paradisecenterforthearts.org

Char Johnson - Box office staff - part time

Char is one half of the team that makes up our box office staff. Char has an amazing ability to juggle patron requests, phone calls, donations and more, and still finds time to keep us all supplied with chocolate! Char is a fiber and clay artist who teaches classes at the Paradise center for the Arts. In addition, she has volunteered on the Gallery Committee and Education Committee for years.

Char can be reached at: boxoffice@paradisecenterforthearts.org

Dallas Musselman - Box office staff - part time

Dallas is the other half of the box office staff team. Dallas artfully wears many hats while selling tickets, processing memberships, telling PCA history and keeping us all on our toes with her delightful stories filled with many different accents! If you don’t see Dallas behind the desk, she just might be on the stage!

Dallas can be reached at: boxoffice@paradisecenterforthearts.org

Sara Caron - Production Coordinator - part time

Sara has the enviable position of being the main contact for the performers at the PCA. Caron also writes all of the press releases for the events happening at the Paradise. In addition to her part time work at the PCA, Sara is a Faribault City Councilperson.

Sara can be reached at: production@paradisecenterforthearts.org

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BOARD MEMBERS

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Todd Ginter, Vice President

Cheryl Steinberg, Treasurer

Jessica Schwie, Secretary

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Vicki Kanne

Rosemarie Marraccini

Kandice Nelson

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2024 2025 AT A GLANCE

JULY

12: Gallery Exhibit Opening Reception

- runs through AUG 24

12-21: Crazy for You - Paradise Community Theatre

27: Mick Sterling’s Presents - Billy Joel with Strings

AUGUST

2-10 Seussical Jr. - Marquee Children’s Theatre

SEPTEMBER

6: Gallery Opening Opening Reception

- runs through OCT 5

12: Pickup Truck Opera Vol. 4 - Faust

15: Pat Donohue & Friends

20: Bad Bad Hats

OCTOBER

4: Monroe Crossing

11: Gallery Exhibit Opening Reception

- runs through NOV 16

18-27: Charlotte’s Web - Paradise Community Theatre

NOVEMBER

1: Fari “Boo” - Downtown Bar Crawl

2: Rockstars of Texas - Tribute to Stevie Ray Vaughn & ZZ Top by Joe Flip

9: Joseph Hall - Elvis - Rock’N’Remember Tribute

21: Gallery Exhibit Opening Reception

- runs through DEC 21

DECEMBER

6-15: Scrooge!: The Musical - Paradise Community Theatre

21: Mick Sterling’s Presents - A Grand Ole Opry Christmas

JANUARY

10: Gallery Exhibit Opening Reception - runs through FEB 15

17: Feeling Groovy: A Simon & Garfunkel Tribute with a Twist

31: Buddy Holly: Oh BOY!

FEBRUARY

14-23: Around the World in 80 DaysParadise Community Theatre

21: Gallery Exhibit Opening Reception - runs through MAR 29

28: Comedian Tommy Ryman

MARCH

7: Student Art Show - runs through APR 12

15: Lehto & Wright & The Northerly Gales

APRIL

4: Gallery Exhibit Opening Reception - runs through MAY 10

4-13: Tick, Tick... BOOM! - Paradise Community Theatre

25: Mick Sterling’s Presents - Memphis & The Meantimes - Songs of the Grand Ole Opry & Sun Records

MAY

4: The Looney Lutherans PresentHotdish On The Range: All Hat. No Cattle.

12: Gallery Exhibit Opening Reception - runs through JUL 1

17: Roy Orbison Tribute - by David K & Band

JUNE

21: Improv Comedy Show - Presented by Little Fish Imrpov

28: Transit Authority

JULY

11-20: Assassins - Paradise Community Theatre

Our members are the driving force behind the Paradise Center for the Arts. When you become a member you receive all the benefits the Paradise has to offer, and you become part of a family. Your membership supports local arts programs and helps build a stronger community.

Benefits of Becoming a Paradise Center Member

INDIVIDUAL: $55 / 5 yr $250

INDIVIDUAL SENIOR (65+): $45 / 5 yr $200

STUDENTS: $35 / 5 yr $155

• Member pricing on up to 2 tickets to performances

• Electronic updates of current

• Inclusion in annual Member Show

• Discounts on selected performances and classes

• Voting rights at the annual meeting

BUSINESS: $275 / 5 yr $1250

Benefits for a professional organization

• Electronic updates of current Paradise happenings

• Access to pottery and painting studios

• Inclusion in annual Member Show

• Discounts on selected performances and classes

• One complimentary Balcony rental for employee or customer appreciation event (individual tickets additional, o availability)

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Crazy for You

Presented by Paradise Community Theatre

Music and Lyrics by George & Ira Gershwin Book by Ken Ludwig

Director: Rachel Haider, Music Director: Will McIntyre, Choreographers: Mary Hahn & Megan Proft

JULY 12, 13, 18, 19 & 20, AT 7:30PM

JULY 14 & 21 AT 2PM

Members: $18 / Non-Members: $20 / Students: $14

A zany rich-boy-meetshometown-girl romantic comedy, Crazy For You tells the story of young New York banker Bobby Child, who is sent to Deadrock, Nevada, to foreclose on a rundown theatre. In Deadrock, Bobby falls for spunky Polly Baker, the theatre owner’s daughter. But Polly takes an instant dislike to the city slicker, so Bobby vows – through cunning, razzmatazz, and a hilarious case of mistaken identity – to win Polly’s heart and save the theatre. Memorable Gershwin tunes from the score include “I Got Rhythm,” “Naughty Baby,” “They Can’t Take That Away from Me,” “Embraceable You,” “But Not for Me,” “Nice Work If You Can Get It” and “Someone to Watch Over Me.” Who could ask for anything more?

Season Sponsors:

BILLY JOEL WITH STRINGS is a heartfelt and unique presentation of the vast and legendary catalog of Billy Joel delivered in an intimate and beautiful way that will move you. Performed by Peter Guertin on Piano, Steve Lehto on guitar and led by Mick Sterling and fueled by a String Quartet, legendary songs such as “Just the Way You Are,” “New York State of Mind,” “Piano Man” and many other hits and beloved deep tracks will be performed in a way even Billy Joel doesn’t present. This is a one-of-a-kind event that you won’t want to miss!

Sponsored by:

SATURDAY, JULY 27 AT 7:30PM

Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15

Rosemarie Marraccini

Sponsored By: THE BAHL FOUNDATION

*This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

Seussical Jr.

presented by the Marquee Children’s Theatre

Book by Lynn Ahrens Stephen Flaherty, Music by Stephen Flaherty, Lyrics ByLynn Ahrens, Co-conceived by Eric Idle, Based on the works of Dr. Seuss. Director: Kayla Mollenhauer, Music Director: Will McIntyre, Choreographer: Jordyn Tesch

AUGUST 2, 8 & 9 AT 7PM

AUGUST 3, 4 & 10 AT 2PM

Adults: $12 / Students: $7

Transporting audiences from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus, the Cat in the Hat narrates the story of Horton the Elephant, who discovers a speck of dust containing tiny people called the Whos. Horton must protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, and he must also guard an abandoned egg that’s been left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant!

Mixed Precipitation Presents: Pickup Truck Opera

Volume 4: Faust

Stage Directors: Scotty Reynolds & Jacob Miller

Music Director: Gary Ruschman

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 AT 6PM at RiverBend Nature Center

EVENT IS FREE - good will donations accepted.

Mixed Precipitation celebrates 16 years of outdoor summer fun with a new production adapted from composer Charles Gounod’s 1859 opera Faust, with a libretto by Jules Barbier and Michael Carré. In the not-sodistant future, scientist and entrepreneur Dr. Johann Faust faces a planet in crisis but no motivation to spare humanity its fate. He yearns to find a life of meaning and love. Méphistophélès, a mysterious extraplanar entity with a devilish charm, appears with a bargain: Relocate Earth’s climate refugees to a lunar colony and win the love of the brilliant physicist Marguerite. Together, Faust and his mysterious companion launch a fanatical quest to save humanity and reach beyond the limits of human potential. Dr. Faust finds himself torn between the love of his life and the conditions of his bargain.

Pat Donohue & Friends

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 AT 2PM

Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15

Pat Donohue and Friends is a musical presentation featuring Grammy Award winning acoustic

fingerstyle guitarist Pat Donohue. As the guitarist for the “Guys All-Star Shoe Band” of Minnesota Public Radio’s A Prairie Home Companion, for twenty years, Pat got to show off his savvy licks and distinctive original songs to millions of listeners each week for 25 years. Accompanying Pat in this show are three “Friends,” PK Mayo, Richard Kriehn & John Wright! This combination of talent creates an interplay that is a unique sum of all these musical “Friends!”

Bad Bad Hats

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 AT 7:30PM

Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15

Bad Bad Hats is an indie rock band from Minneapolis, Minnesota. The band consists of Kerry Alexander and Chris Hoge. Named after the trouble-making character from the Madeline children’s books, Bad Bad Hats is defined by a balance of sweet and sour. Their music honors classic pop

songwriting, with nods to nineties rock simplicity and pop-punk frivolity. Through it all, Alexander’s unflinchingly sincere lyrics cut to the emotional heart of things.

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An Evening with Monroe Crossing

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4 AT 7:30PM

Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15

Monroe Crossing performs an electrifying blend of traditional bluegrass, bluegrass gospel, original bluegrass and some surprising selections from

Charlotte’s Web

presented by the

Paradise Community Theatre

By Joseph Robinette

Directed by Samuel Temple.

OCTOBER 18, 19 & 25 AT 7:30PM,

OCTOBER 20, 26 & 27 AT 2PM

Member: $16 / Non-Member: $18 / Student: $12

outside the genre. Named in honor of Bill Monroe, the father of bluegrass music, Monroe Crossing’s superb musicianship and on-stage rapport have entertained audiences throughout the United States, Canada and Europe. For nearly 25 years they have been favorites among bluegrass connoisseurs and non-bluegrass audiences alike. They love introducing newcomers to bluegrass music!

Show Sponsor:

Show Sponsor: Season Sponsors: THE BAHL FOUNDATION

This is a family story about kindness, empathy, and the extraordinary lengths we can go for the people (or pigs) we love. The Children’s Literature Association named Charlotte’s Web “the best American children’s book of the past two hundred years,” and playwright Joseph Robinette, working with the advice of the book’s author E.B. White, has created a play that captures this work in a thrilling and magical fashion. All the enchanting characters from the classic book are here: Wilbur, the irresistible young pig who desperately wants to avoid the butcher; Fern, a girl who understands what animals say to each other; Templeton, the gluttonous rat who can occasionally be talked into a good deed; and, most of all, the extraordinary spider, Charlotte, who proves to be “a true friend and a good writer.” Determined to save Wilbur, Charlotte begins her campaign to help her friend and tell the story of “some pig” that has enthralled generations of readers and theatergoers.

Artwork by Kat Hohenstein

Fari “Boo” Downtown Bar Crawl

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1 AT 7PM

$10 entry fee (per person)

Fundraiser for The Paradise Center for the Arts. Adults 21 and up, entry fee includes registration into the costume contest. Join The Paradise Center for the Arts and downtown Faribault in celebrating Halloween. Fun starts at 7pm at The Paradise. Contestants sign up for the costume contest before heading to the designated downtown bars to be judged. The Paradise will be the center of Fari “Boo” with entertainment, as well as other activities offering Halloween themed fun. Costume judging will take place between 7pm and 10pm. Contestants will need to visit and be judged at all four bars in downtown Faribault: 10,000 Drops, The Signature, Boxers Bar and Our Place on 3rd, to be eligible for the costume contest prizes. Awards ceremony will take place at the Paradise at 11:00pm. First place $500, Second place $250 and Third place $100. Contestants must be present to win.

SPONSORED BY:

Cry Baby Craig’s, Heavy Metal Custom, Gold Star Manufacturing, Faribault Community Coop, Pawn Minnesota, Boxer’s Bar, Our Place on 3rd, The Signature, 10,000 Drops and Depot Bar & Grill.

Show Sponsor:

Rockstars of Texas:

Tribute to Stevie Ray Vaughn & ZZ Top by

Joe Flip

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2

AT 7:30PM

Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15

Rockstars of Texas” is a dynamic and electrifying tribute show curated by award-winning guitarist Joe Flip, dedicated to celebrating the iconic music of legendary Texas acts: Stevie Ray Vaughan, ZZ Top, and many more. With a powerhouse band and his distinctive handmade oil can guitar, Joe Flip takes the audience on a thrilling journey through the rich musical landscape of Texas music. Joe Flip has also been nominated by the Midwest Country Music Organization for “Americana Artist of the Year,” “Maverick Award,” and “Tribute Act of the Year” along with praise from many other music publications.

Artwork by Chel Mattson

Joseph Hall’s Elvis Rock’N’Remember Tribute

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9 AT 7:30PM

Member: $25 / Non-Member: $30 / Student: $20

Joseph Hall has performed all over the world and was a finalist on America’s Got Talent. He has won many awards throughout his career including the “Spirit of Elvis” award. He is officially endorsed by Elvis Presley Enterprises, and is recognized as one of the top Elvis tribute artists in the world today.

“My goal is to capture the essence of Elvis Presley, to pay tribute to him with the utmost respect to his legacy, his music, his image and above all else his fans.” - Joseph Hall

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Scrooge!: The

Musical

presented by the Paradise Community Theatre

Book, Music & Lyrics by Leslie Bricusse Director: Shelley Fitzgerald

DECEMBER 6, 7, 12, & 13 AT 7:30PM, DECEMBER 8, 14 & 15 AT 2PM

Member: $18 / Non-Member: $20 / Student: $14

This enchanting adaptation of Charles Dickens’ beloved novella “A Christmas Carol” will transport audiences to the transformative journey of Ebenezer Scrooge. Guided by three spirits, Scrooge discovers the true meaning of Christmas as he confronts his past, present and potential future. Set to a delightful musical score written by composer Leslie Bricusse (Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory) this captivating show will capture the essence of redemption, compassion, and the power of human connection. Bring the whole family and experience the warmth of holiday spirit as one man’s cold heart is thawed.

Show Sponsor:

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Mick Sterling’s Presents:

A Grand Ole Opry

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21 AT 7:30PM

Member: $25 / Non-Member: $30 / Student: $20

A Grand Ole Opry Christmas honors the Christmas recordings of the pillars of Country and Rock and Roll in this joyous presentation! All of the classic Christmas songs and some really fun ones you may not be familiar with, joined by traditional Gospel and Spiritual songs round out this wonderful presentation that has moved audiences for years. Featuring Mick Sterling, along with four more incredible lead vocalists, Cate Fierro, Shalo Lee, Lisi Wright and Dan Neale.

Feeling Groovy: A Simon & Garfunkel

Tribute with a Twist

FRIDAY, JANUARY 17 AT 7:30PM

Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15

This unique tribute is a joyful, wholehearted celebration of Simon & Garfunkel and Paul Simon favorites. The show is led by a dynamic female duo (yep, that’s the twist!) who capture the well-known tight & intricate harmonies beautifully and is backed by a cracklin’ band of stage & studio musicians. Their exceptional live performance includes unforgettable stories, audience participation, and performances that will grab your heart and have you smiling with nostalgia.

“I didn’t want the music to end. When it did, I wanted it to start all over again.” - Julianna

Around The World in 80 Days

presented by the Paradise Community Theatre

Playwright: Laura Eason

Director: Patrick Braucher

Buddy Holly: OH BOY!

FRIDAY, JANUARY 31 AT 7:30PM

Member: $25 / Non-Member: $30 / Student: $20

“Buddy Holly: OH BOY!” is a ‘re-staging’ of Buddy Holly’s 1959 WINTER DANCE PARTY, featuring music of Buddy’s co-stars, Ritchie Valens (“La Bamba”, performed by Allen Malicsi); Dion & the Belmonts (with Brian Pierce singing “Teenager in Love”), The Big Bopper (“Chantilly Lace”, featuring Zach Spicer) and Frankie Sardo (“Fake Out”, performed by Gary Rue). A STELLAR TRIBUTE to the music of American rock and roll icon Buddy Holly, featuring original cast members (Nicholas Freeman, Blake Foster and Zach Spicer) from History Theatre’s IVEY-AwardWinning production of Buddy! The Buddy Holly Story. Endorsed by Sonny Curtis and Jerry Allison of The Crickets! Music Direction by Gary Rue, Produced by Gary Rue.

FEBRUARY 14, 15, 21 & 22 AT 7:30PM, FEBRUARY 16 & 23 AT 2PM

Member: $16 / Non-Member: $18 / Student: $12

AROUND THE WORLD IN EIGHTY DAYS races its way around the globe, taking in continents, intrigue, love and even an elephant – all in the name of a bet. The eccentric Phileas Fogg wagers his life’s fortune that he can circumnavigate the globe in just eighty days with his traveling companion Passepartout. The complicating factor? In Victorian England there are no planes. This is an incredible tale of adventure for all the family. The small cast will transport you round the world, via multitude of characters, thirty four scenes, six boats, five trains, three fights and a circus, together with wonderfully funny feats of imagination.

Show Sponsors:

Season Sponsors: THE BAHL FOUNDATION

Comedian Tommy Ryman

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28, AT 7:30PM

Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15

Tommy Ryman, a semifinalist on NBC’s Last Comic Standing, is an acclaimed comedian. His oddly-adorable stand-up landed him No. 1 on iTunes comedy charts for his album Party Troll. Named Best of the Midwest at Gilda’s Laugh Fest, Tommy grew up in Minnesota jamming on clarinet for his new-age mom and kale-chip-making dad. He performs at top clubs, colleges, and festivals across the nation including the Great American Comedy Festival. He’s worked alongside Nick Swardson, Hannibal Buress, Maria Bamford and Louie Anderson but none wear a cardigan quite like Tommy.

Show Sponsor:

Bart Jackson 507-332-6812

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“I have never seen anything like [Tommy] before in my whole life, [he is] one-of-a-kind, fantastic!”

St. Patrick’s Day

Celebration with Lehto & Wright &

The Northerly Gales

SATURDAY, MARCH 15 AT 7:30PM

Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15

With soaring melodies and driving rhythms, The Northerly Gales puts their own high-energy spin on Celtic Folk and Americana. Innovating and original in their own ways, while respecting the traditions. They compose, they arrange, and they

put on a rocking show. The long and the short of it is that the Gales are always ready to rock. Whether you’re looking to tap your feet, forget your troubles, or just share a pint over some great tunes, look no further than The Northerly Gales. Lehto & Wright - Lehto & Wright is a MN-based FolkRock and Progressive Rock band whose first live performance was in 1999 and has continued, nonstop, to this day. Lehto & Wright have a sound that is a unique blend of traditional and modern styles. By taking cues from the British Isles and American folk traditions and interpreting them with contemporary guitar-based arrangements, Lehto & Wright have taken a unique approach to the world of Folk, Folk Rock and Progressive Rock.

Northerly Gales

Lehto & Wright

Tick, Tick… BOOM!

presented by the Paradise Community Theatre

Book, Music & Lyrics by Jonathan Larson Director: Will McIntyre

APRIL 4, 5, 11 & 12 AT 7:30PM, APRIL 6 & 13 AT 2PM

Member: $18 / Non-Member: $20 / Student: $14

Before Rent, there was Tick, Tick… BOOM! This autobiographical musical by Jonathan Larson, the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning composer of Rent, is the story of a composer and the sacrifices that he made to achieve his big break in musical theatre. Containing fourteen songs, ten characters, and three actors, Tick, Tick… BOOM! takes you on the playwright/ composer’s journey that led to a broadway blockbuster. Everyone will love this youthful, endearing and thoughtful piece, and will surely embrace the universal ideal of holding onto your dreams through life’s most difficult challenges.

Show Sponsor: GREENHOUSE

Season Sponsors:

Mick Sterling’s Presents: Memphis & The Meantimes –

Songs of the Grand Ole Opry & Sun Records

FRIDAY, APRIL 25 AT 7:30PM

Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15

This band is a celebration of the music that changed the world from Sun Records and the Grand Ole Opry. This is not new Country, this is the stuff new Country can only dream of being. Featuring songs from Cash, Haggard, Lewis, Orbison, Elvis and many others, MEMPHIS AND THE MEANTIMES has been thrilling audiences for years by providing the audience with a 8-piece powerful presentation. This show is a joyful noise celebrating the best of American popular music.

The Looney Lutherans Present: Hotdish On

SUNDAY, MAY 4 AT 2PM

Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15

Giddyup! After hundreds of shows, thousands of audiences, and travels to a dozen different states, the Looney Lutherans are saddling up again with their “Country and Cowboy” themed show. Segments include “Cowboy Up” (practical tips for staying happy and healthy while living off the land), Lutheran Cowboy-ish wisdom, and hilarious parodies of classic country songs like “I’m Falling to Pieces” and “Achy Breaky Back.” With load of laughs and lots of audience interaction, the Looney Lutherans invite you to join them for this hilarious round-up & you don’t have to be Lutheran (or a cowboy) to love ‘em. Yee Haw!!!

Roy

Orbison Tribute by David K and Band

SATURDAY, MAY 17 AT 7:30PM

Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15

After decades of performing in Minnesota, 5 years in LA, 4 years in Texas, Nashville to NYC, David K is proud to offer his tribute to Roy Orbison. David K embodies Roy’s distinctive voice performing be-bop

50s, rockabilly, Roy’s complex song structure, and emotional ballads to bring you a tribute to a true legend. With familiar tunes like “Pretty Woman,” “Dream Baby,” “Blue Bayou,” and “Only The Lonely,” this show is guaranteed to have audiences leave humming the tunes they know and love. Join David K as Roy Orbison - a step back in time along the path of one man’s career, a man who had a tragic but resilient life.

“Roy said, yes that he had tragedy, but he says he had faith, a strong faith, good friends, and his music... his purpose, music, that got him through. Let’s all remember those three things.” We hope you’ll come enjoy the history, the music and the the passion that still lives in this music. - David K

Sponsored By: Mary

Donahue

Improv Comedy Show Presented by Little Fish Improv

SATURDAY, JUNE 21 AT 7:30PM

Member: $12 / Non-Member: $16 / Student: $10

Little Fish Improv is a local group of actors and comedians looking to bring improv comedy to Southern Minnesota while raising money for the Paradise Center for the Arts! Come join us for a night full of laughter where the actors make up the show as they go! They will be doing family friendly improv for people of all ages!

Transit Authority –Tribute to Chicago

SATURDAY, JUNE 28 AT 7:30PM

Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15

Since performing their very first shows together in the early spring of 2004, Transit Authority has become known throughout the U.S. as the premier tribute band to the iconic group Chicago. Based out of St. Paul, Minnesota, this eight member ensemble creates an accurate musical salute to the greatest horn driven rock band to ever hit the stage. Transit

Authority’s mission is to recreate the excitement of the original Chicago’s sound with each and every performance. (Minus the cracks and pops of the vinyl!) Transit Authority has assembled some amazingly talented musicians who meticulously capture all the nuances of the original recordings and will honestly make you believe you are witnessing the real thing. Performing mega-hits such as, “Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?,” “Hard Habit to Break,” “Make Me Smile,” “Old Days,” “Just You ‘n Me,” “Beginnings,” “ Wake Up Sunshine,” and many more.

Sponsored By: Mary

Donahue

Assassins

presented by the Paradise Community Theatre

Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim

Book by John Weidman Director: Eric Parrish

Paradise Community Theatre season tickets

Pass

Each pass contains 5 tickets that may be used interchangeably within the 2024-2025 Paradise Community Theatre season.

Shows include:

Paradise Community Theatre Presents: “Charlotte’s Web”

October 18, 19, and 25 at 7:30 PM, October 20, 26, and 27 at 2:00 PM By Joseph Robinette, Director: Samuel Temple.

JULY 11, 12, 18 & 19 AT 7:30PM, JULY 13 & 20 AT 2PM

Member: $18 / Non-Member: $20 / Student: $14

Discover Assassins, a multiple Tony Award-winning show by Stephen Sondheim that delves into America’s fascination with celebrity and the extreme lengths some will go to achieve it. This bold musical intertwines the stories of nine individuals linked forever to presidential history, as “Everybody’s got the right to their dreams...” Don’t miss this riveting journey through America’s past, presented with humor, empathy, and insight.

Season Sponsors:

Paradise Community Theatre Presents: “Scrooge!: The Musical”

December 6, 7, 12, and 13 at 7:30 PM, December 8, 14, and 15 at 2:00 PM

Book, Music & Lyrics by Leslie Bricusse, Director: Shelley Fitzgerald

Paradise Community Theatre Presents: “Around The World in 80 Days”

February 14, 15, 21, and 22 at 7:30 PM, February 16 & 23 at 2:00 PM

Playwright: Laura Eason, Director: Patrick Braucher

Paradise Community Theatre Presents: “Tick, Tick… BOOM!”

April 4, 5, 11, and 12 at 7:30 PM, April 6 & 13 at 2:00 PM

Book, Music & Lyrics by Jonathan Larson, Director: Will McIntyre

Paradise Community Theatre Presents: “Assassins”

July 11, 12, 18, and 19 at 7:30 PM, July 13 & 20 at 2:00 PM

Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, Book by John Weidman, Director: Eric Parrish

PCT Ticket Pass - Member Adult Price: $81

PCT Ticket Pass - Non-Member Adult Price: $91

PCT Ticket Pass - Student Price: $67

The pass is easy to use and you don’t have to pay the processing fee. You use the code that comes in your confirmation email, simply input your pass code during an online transaction, or contact our box office.

GALLERY

JULY 8 - AUGUST 24, 2024

OPENING RECEPTION JULY 12, 5-7PM

Carlander Gallery – Ivan Whillock

Vranesh Gallery – Anne Spooner

K&M Gallery – Sandra Sargent, Creative Aging class instructor Tami Resler, Kate Langlais

Creger Gallery – Kate Langlais students

AUGUST 26 – OCTOBER 5, 2024

OPENING RECEPTION SEPTEMBER 6, 5-7PM

Carlander Gallery – Melinda Wolff

Vranesh Gallery – Lonnie Broden

K&M Gallery – Creative Aging class

instructor Rebecca Tolle. Sue Leech, Tami Resler, Julie Fakler

Creger Gallery – Bethlehem Academy

OCTOBER 7 – NOVEMBER 16, 2024

OPENING RECEPTION OCTOBER 11, 5-7PM

Carlander Gallery – Shelley Caldwell

Vranesh Gallery – Halloween group show

K&M Gallery – Creative Aging class instructor Julie Fakler

NOVEMBER 18 – DECEMBER 21, 2024

OPENING RECEPTION NOVEMBER 21, 5-7PM

Carlander Gallery – Holly Days Sale

Vranesh Gallery – Holly Days Sale

K&M Gallery – Creative Aging classes

instructors Char Johnson and Rhonda Norgaard

Gallery Season Sponsor:

Ivan Whillock

Anne Spooner

Sandra Sargent

Melinda Wolff

Shelley Caldwell

Lonnie Broden

Holly Days

25

GALLERY

JANUARY 6 - FEBRUARY 15, 2025

OPENING RECEPTION JANUARY 10, 5-7PM

Carlander Gallery – Laura Andrews

Vranesh Gallery – Montana Becker

K&M Gallery – Bob Vogel

FEBRUARY 17 – MARCH 29, 2025

OPENING RECEPTION FEBRUARY 21, 5-7PM

Carlander Gallery – Dan Petrov

Vranesh Gallery – Kendell Laurent

K&M Gallery – Olivia Hoppe and Creative aging class instructor Sandra Sargent

STUDENT SHOW

MARCH 7 - APRIL 12, 2025

OPENING RECEPTION MARCH 7, 5-7PM

MARCH 31 - MAY 10, 2025

OPENING RECEPTION APRIL 4, 5-7PM

Carlander Gallery – Process Group Show: Karen Peters, Justin Peters, Clayton Hubert, Scott Maggart

Vranesh Gallery – Gail Gaits

K&M Gallery – Sushila Anderson

MAY 12 - JULY 1, 2025

OPENING RECEPTION MAY 16, 5-7PM

Carlander Gallery – Kjellgren Alkire

Vranesh Gallery – Paradise Members Show

K&M Gallery – EPIC

Laura Andrews

Bob Vogel

Student Show

EPIC

Kjellgren Alkire

Kendell Laurent

Olivia Hoppe

Sushila Anderson

Karen Peters, Justin Peters, Clayton Hubert & Scott Maggart Gail Gates

Dan Petrov

Montana Becker

be creative, take a class

The Paradise Center for the Arts is committed to offering creative opportunities for the community. We welcome beginners as well as those with advanced experience. We offer a variety of classes that nurtures the love for the arts. Classes are available throughout the year. Please visit www.paradisecenterforthearts.org/education/

Children and adult classes:

Hand Building & Wheel Throwing Pottery, Photography, Drawing, Jewelry, Painting, Fused Glass, Natural Fabric Dying, Sculpture, Kids Visual Arts & Theatre Camps, Season Projects and Classes, Adult Theatre, Bookmaking and MORE!

Customize a class to fit your group or club needs. At the Paradise we realize everyone is busy and has different schedules. If our class times don’t work for you and your group, please call us to discuss your needs. We will work together to find a class that fits your schedule and needs.

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