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| | Paradise Community Theatre Presents: Scrooge! The Musical
By Leslie Bricusse
Director: Shelley Fitzgerald
Choreographer: Jessica Bastyr
This enchanting adaptation of Charles Dickens' beloved novella "A Christmas Carol" will transport audiences on the transformative journey of Ebenezer Scrooge. Guided by three spirits, Scooge 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.
December 6, 7, 12, and 13 at 7:30 PM
December 8, 14, and 15 at 2:00 PM
Sponsored by Bart Jackson - American Family Insurance
PCT Season Sponsors: The Bahl Foundation & Quality Appliance
Member: $18 / Non-Member: $20 / Student: $14
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| | Mick Sterling Presents: A Grand Ole Opry Christmas
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 spirituals 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.
Saturday, December 21 at 7:30 PM
Member: $25 / Non-Member: $30 / Student: $20
Sponsored by Erick Warner Construction Inc.
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| | Feeling Groovy: A Simon & Garfunkel Tribute with a Twist
This unique tribute is a joyful, wholehearted celebration of Simon & Garfunkel and Paul Simon favorites. This 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. Featuring vocalists Barb Piper & Pauline Jennings.
Friday, January 17 at 7:30 PM
Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15
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| | Buddy Holly: OH BOY!
"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 Calicsi); Dion & the Belmonths (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-Award-Winning 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.
Friday, January 31 at 7:30 PM
Member: $25 / Non-Member: $30 / Student: $20
Sponsored by Rosemarie Marraccini
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| | Paradise Community Theatre Presents: Around The World In 80 Days
By Laura Eason
Director: Patrick Braucher
Around The World in 80 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 multitudes of characters, thirty four scenes, six boats, five trains, three fights and a circus, together with wonderfully funny feats of imagination.
February 14, 15, 21, and 22 at 7:30 PM
February 16 & 23 at 2:00 PM
Sponsored by Faribault Interiors & Faribault Transportation Services
PCT Season Sponsors: The Bahl Foundation & Quality Appliance
Member: $16 / Non-Member: $18 / Student: $12
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| | Comedian Tommy Ryman
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 the 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.
Friday, February 28 at 7:30 PM
Sponsored by Bart Jackson - American Family Insurance
Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15
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| | St. Patrick's Day Celebration with The Northerly Gales
With soaring melodies and driving rhythms, The Northerly Gales put 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.
Saturday, March 15 at 7:30 PM
Member: $20, Non-Member: $25, Student: $15
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| | Paradise Community Theatre Presents: Tick, Tick... BOOM!
Book, Music, and Lyrics by Jonathan Larson
Director: Will McIntyre
Before Rent, there was Tick, Tick... BOOM! This autobiographical musical by Jonathan Larson, the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning composer of Rent, and 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 challengers.
April 4, 5, 11, and 12 at 7:30 PM
April 6 & 13 at 2:00 PM
Sponsored by Donahues Greenhouse
PCT Season Sponsors: The Bahl Foundation & Quality Appliance.
Member: $18, Non-Member: $20, Student: $14
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| | Mick Sterling Presents: Memphis & The Meantimes - Songs of the Grand Ole Opry & Sun Records
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.
Friday, April 25 at 7:30 PM
Member: $20, Non-Member: $25, Student: $15
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| | The Looney Lutherans Present: Hotdish On The Range: All Hat. No Cattle.
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 loads 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!!!
Sunday, May 4 at 2:00 PM
Member: $20, Non-Member: $25, Student: $15
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| | Roy Orbison Tribute by David K & Band
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, rockability, 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.
Saturday, May 17 at 7:30 PM
Member: $20, Non-Member: $25, Student: $15
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| | Improv Comedy Show Presented by Little Fish Improv
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!
Saturday, June 21 at 7:30 PM
Member: $12, Non-Member: $16, Student: $10
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| | Transit Authority - Tribute to Chicago
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!
Saturday, June 28 at 7:30 PM
Sponsored by Mary Donahue
Member: $20, Non-Member: $25, Student: $15
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| | Paradise Community Theatre Presents: Assassins
Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Book by John Weidman
Director: Eric Parrish
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 interwines 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.
July 11, 12, 18, and 19 at 7:30 PM
July 13 & 20 at 2:00 PM
PCT Season Sponsors: The Bahl Foundation & Quality Appliance
Member: $18, Non-Member: $20, Student: $14
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