Celebrating the Arts

Some claim that the theater and the art of performance is waning. But in Wadena, we could not disagree more! From a variety of concerts to community theater for all ages, Wadena supports a thriving creative arts community!

Wadena Area Concert Association

Since the early 1950s, the Wadena Area Concert Association has been bringing a variety of musical entertainment. Concerts are held in the historic Wadena Memorial Auditorium. Admission to the concerts is by seasonal membership which admits the ticketholder to Wadena events and also concerts in Alexandria, Fergus Falls, Park Rapids and Sauk Centre. The membership drive is held in the fall each year. For more information about being a member, contact George Deiss at (218) 639-2097.

Madhatter’s Community Theatre

This community theatre group is comprised of the talents of people from Wadena and the surrounding area. The theatre group currently holds their performances in Wadena

Memorial Auditorium and a dinner theatre performance at Wadena VFW. They present full cast productions and a Madhatter’s One-Act Play Showcase featuring area performers competing for awards. They also sponsor a summer youth acting camp and raise money for scholarships for young performers. Follow Wadena Madhatters on Facebook or go to www.madhattersinc.org.

Wadena Memorial Auditorium

Built in 1934, the Wadena Memorial Auditorium is a cultural and historic landmark that provides countless hours of community and regional enjoyment. The auditorium has been restoredin the beautiful art-deco style of the 1930s. As the community and school’s center for the performing arts, it is one of Wadena’s most appreciated assets. Groups who frequently use the auditorium include Wadena-Deer Creek High School’s Drama Department, Wadena Area Madhatters, Wadena Area Concert Association, Prairie Fire Children’s Theatre, Miss Wadena Scholarship Pageant and many others. To book an event, call WadenaDeer Creek School District at (218) 632-2381.

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