The Hello Girls

presented by the Paradise Community Theatre

Directed by Shelley Fitzgerald

FEBRUARY 23, 24, 29 AND MARCH 2 AT 7:30PM, FEBRUARY 25, MARCH 1, 3 AT 2PM

Member: $18 / Non-Member: $20 / Student: $14 (18 and under)

THE HELLO GIRLS chronicles the story of America’s first women soldiers in this new musical inspired by history. These intrepid heroines served as bilingual telephone operators on the front lines, helping turn the tide of World War I.

The String Showdown

SATURDAY, MARCH 16

AT 7:30PM

Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15 (18 and under)

More interactive than a band, more exciting than a DJ, more unique than dueling pianos… The String Showdown is about to be your new favorite act! Get ready for a fun & fast-paced performance full of sweet licks and hilarious riffs! Multi-instrumentalists Mike Lauer (George Maurer, Bobby Vee) and Greg Byers (Kat Perkins, Trans-Siberian Orchestra) collide in The String Showdown! You’ll be amazed at their instrumental prowess while you crack up at their irreverent,

Reaching Orpheus presented by the Paradise Community Theatre

Written and Directed by Dan Rathbun

APRIL 5, 6, 11, 12, 13 AT 7:30PM, APRIL 7 AND 14 AT 2PM

Member: $16 / Non-Member: $18 / Student: $12 (18 and under)

An original drama about a young woman who moves to Colorado to restart her life after a tragic loss. She rediscovers herself and her inner strength through rock climbing and unlikely friendships.

B2Wins

SATURDAY, APRIL 20 AT 7:30PM

Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15 (18 and under)

Fun loving Twin brothers present “Top 40 From the Last 40.” Four decades of the music you know

Country Roads: The Music of John Denver

SATURDAY, MAY 4 AT 7:30PM

Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15 (18 and under)

Headlined by Dennis Curley, Country Roads is a tribute show to one of America’s best-loved performers and draws deeply on Curley’s own love of John Denver’s music. Backed by a fantastic and love with a unique twist. This unforgettable, engaging show is all ages and features one of a kind renditions of everything from Sinatra to Ed Sheeran, Louis Armstrong to Dua Lipa, Michael Jackson to Daft Punk, Leonard Cohen to Nirvana. Get ready to sing, dance, laugh and take your soul on a feel good ride through the chart topping hits of American Music. six-piece band, Curley’s renditions of the music of John Denver are sure to bring a smile to audiences of all ages. Some of the featured tunes include “Take Me Home, Country Roads,” “Rocky Mountain High,” “Leaving on a Jet Plane,” and “Thank God I’m a Country Boy.” Front man Dennis Curley intersperses the songs with personal recollections of growing up with John Denver’s music, as well as stories from friends and family that will touch your heart and tickle your funny bone. And in a truly unique twist, he invites audience members to share their personal stories as well. Country Roads will delight fans old and new and is ideal for all ages.

Couples Comedy with Mary Mack and Tim Harmston

FRIDAY, MAY 17 AT 7:30PM

Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15 (18 and under)

Tim Harmston and Mary Mack are each comedy headliners by their own merits! Two national

SidekicksParty Line: Music of the 80s

SATURDAY, JUNE 15 AT 7:30PM

Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15 (18 and under) comedy headliners--who happen to be married to one another-- hash it out playfully on stage! This husband-and-wife powerhouse is teaming up to co-headline an amazing night of comedy bliss!

Sponsored By:

A totally tubular line up of the best tunes the 80s has to offer. From Madonna to Queen, from a-ha to Bowie, from Whitney to Huey Lewis, and everything in between, the 80s dance energy in this show is as high as our bangs!

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Gallery

JUNE 26 - AUGUST 5, 2023

OPENING RECEPTION JUNE 30 5-7PM

Carlander Gallery – Janell Hammer and Michael Finch

Vranesh Gallery – Eric Zuccola

K&M Gallery – Karen Peters: Creative

Placemaking - Nature Prints, PCA 3D

Creger Gallery – Trevor Gieseke

AUGUST 7 – SEPTEMBER 23, 2023

OPENING RECEPTION AUGUST 11 5-7PM

Carlander Gallery – Carley Swenson

Vranesh Gallery – Gallery Committee Show

K&M Gallery – Trudi Schaefer, Susan Johnson

Creger Gallery – Kate Langlais Students

SEPTEMBER 25 – NOVEMBER 11, 2023

OPENING RECEPTION SEPTEMBER 29

5-7PM

Carlander Gallery – Stephen McKenzie

Vranesh Gallery – Todd Harper

K&M Gallery – EPIC

Creger Gallery – Bethlehem Academy

NOVEMBER 13 – DECEMBER 22, 2023

OPENING RECEPTION NOVEMBER 16

5-7PM

Carlander Gallery – Bradley Donner

Vranesh Gallery – Holly Days Sale

K&M Gallery – Holly Days Sale

Creger Gallery – Bethlehem Academy

Gallery

JANUARY 8 - FEBRUARY 24, 2024

OPENING RECEPTION JANUARY 12 5-7PM

Carlander Gallery – Dave Angell

Vranesh Gallery – Kathryn Wood

K&M Gallery – Robyn Hager, Robert Mueller

Creger Gallery – Hunter Herbes

STUDENT SHOW

MARCH 8 - APRIL 13, 2024

OPENING RECEPTION MARCH 8 5-7PM

FEBRUARY 26 – APRIL 6, 2024

OPENING RECEPTION MARCH 1, 5-7PM

Carlander Gallery – Art Educators of MN,

Opening reception March 2 11AM to 2 PM

Vranesh Gallery – Linda Snouffer

K&M Gallery – Melissa Kugler, Rhonda Norgaard

Creger Gallery – Bethlehem Academy

APRIL 8 - JUNE 1, 2024

OPENING RECEPTION APRIL 12 5-7PM

Carlander Gallery – Curt Lund, Doug Clement

Vranesh Gallery – Dan Crombie

K&M Gallery – Made at the PCA

Creger Gallery – Shattuck St. Mary’s

JUNE 3 - JULY 6, 2024

OPENING RECEPTION JUNE 7 5-7PM

Carlander Gallery – Paradise Members Show

Vranesh Gallery – Wade Davis

K&M Gallery – Summer Pop Up Shop

Creger Gallery – TBD

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.

Register For A Class Today

You can now register for classes online at www. paradisecenterforthearts.org/education or call 507-332-7372 during open hours. Please register at least 3 days prior to the start date of the class. Teachers need time to get supplies ready.