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| | It makes sense that some of our best local comedians are teachers—the profession definitely requires an ironclad sense of humor. Grab a hall pass and head to this stand-up showcase, which will focus on classroom dynamics relayed by real-life educators and funny folks Katie Nguyen, Todd Basil, Tina Hogstrom & a few special guests. Created and hosted by Don Gavitte, the show has been described as a “solution for teacher burnout” by NPR. Expect strong content, so leave the kids at home and make it an "adult" field trip. | Buy tickets |
| | 🎶 The Sugar Beets' 35th Anniversary Concert 🎶
Celebrating 35 Years of Music, Memories, and Magic
📅 Date: Friday, April 4, 2025
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Richard E. Wildish Community Theater, 630 Main St., Springfield, OR
🎟️ Tickets: $25.00 (+ $3.00 ticket fee per ticket)
35 years and 5 days after their unforgettable debut in 1990, The Sugar Beets are returning to the stage for a night of nostalgia, celebration, and incredible music!
🌿 A Legacy of Music
From their humble beginnings to becoming a cornerstone of Oregon's music scene, The Sugar Beets have been captivating audiences with their vibrant mix of folk, bluegrass, and soul. This special anniversary concert promises to be a heartfelt journey through the songs and stories that have defined their legacy.
🖼️ A Tribute to the Past, A Celebration of the Present
Original poster artist Carol Shenk, who designed the artwork for their first concert in 1990, has created a brand-new design for this milestone event — a visual tribute to the band’s remarkable journey.
🌟 Come celebrate the music, the memories, and the magic of The Sugar Beets — 35 years strong and still grooving! | Buy tickets |
| | Springfield Arts and Culture Awards 2025
Celebrating the Heartbeat of Our Community
Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Richard E. Wildish Community Theater, 630 Main St., Springfield, OR
An Evening of Art, Recognition, and Inspiration!
Springfield’s biggest night for the arts is back! The Springfield Arts and Culture Awards (SACA) is an annual celebration honoring the artists, visionaries, and organizations that make our city a thriving cultural hub. From breathtaking visual arts to soul-stirring performances, this event is our community’s own Grammy Awards—a night where creativity shines and excellence is recognized.
Featuring Special Guest Artist: Calvin Orlando Smith
We are thrilled to welcome Calvin Orlando Smith as this year’s featured artist! With a career spanning over four decades, Smith has taken the stage on Broadway, performed at Carnegie Hall, and toured internationally. Not only is he a celebrated performer, but he also made history as the first African American to earn a degree from the University of Cambridge’s Department of History of Art and Architecture. His artistry, legacy, and contributions to the performing arts continue to inspire generations.
Honoring Local Artistic Excellence
This prestigious event recognizes Springfield’s most impactful artists, cultural organizations, and creative leaders—those who breathe life into our community through their dedication to the arts. Whether it’s the brushstrokes of a painter, the melodies of a musician, or the vision of a cultural advocate, this is their moment in the spotlight.
Join us as we honor the voices, stories, and talent that make Springfield’s arts scene truly extraordinary. Let’s celebrate creativity together! | Buy tickets |
| | Chamber Music Amici presents
Old & New
April 14th, 7:30 pm
PROGRAM
Dmitri Shostakovich • Piano Quintet in G Minor, Op. 57
Colin Pip Dixon • Chaucer’s The Rooster and the Fox: Sextet for Bassoon, Piano, String Quartet, and Narrator
MUSICIANS
Eunhye Grace Choi, piano
Lillie Manis, viola
Steven Pologe, cello
Sharon Schuman, violin
Steve Vacchi, bassoon
TBA, violin
NARRATOR
Maclntyre Dixon | Buy tickets |
| | Dark Sisters
A contemporary opera by Nico Muhly and Stephen Karam
Step into a world where faith, freedom, and identity collide. Dark Sisters is a gripping contemporary opera that explores the lives of women in the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (FLDS). Inspired by real events, this hauntingly beautiful work follows Eliza, a woman desperate to break free from the constraints of her polygamous sect, as she navigates love, loss, and the price of self-discovery.
With a mesmerizing score by Nico Muhly and a poignant libretto by Stephen Karam, Dark Sisters captures the stark beauty of the Utah landscape and the inner turmoil of women caught between devotion and defiance. Lush choral textures and striking individual voices bring their struggles and strength to life, making for a powerful theatrical experience that resonates long after the final note.
Experience an opera that dares to ask: How far would you go to find your own voice?
Content Warning: This production contains themes of religious oppression, child separation, forced marriage, and psychological distress. Viewer discretion is advised.
Directed by Nathan Troup Conducted by Andrew Bisantz
Starring: Jocelyn Claire Thomas, Hannah Penn, Sarah Beaty, Madeline Ross, Zachary Lenox, Emily Way
Dark Sisters
Composed by Nico Muhly with Libretto by Stephen Karam
Arranged by Nate Thatcher
Presented under license from G. Schirmer, Inc. o/b/o Chester Music Ltd. / St. Rose Music Publishing Co. | Buy tickets |
| | Mohanad Elshieky – Live at Wildish Theater!
Featuring Lynette Manning
Date: Thursday, June 6, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: Wildish Theater, 630 Main St., Springfield, OR
Smart. Sharp. Hilarious.
Get ready for a night of razor-sharp wit and brilliantly crafted comedy as Mohanad Elshieky takes the stage at Wildish Theater!
Born in Libya and now making waves in New York, Mohanad’s comedy has earned him national acclaim. From Conan to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, from Comedy Central to Don’t Tell Comedy, his biting yet effortlessly delivered humor has captivated audiences across the country. He has also toured nationwide with the critically acclaimed storytelling show Pop-Up Magazine and has been featured in Kumail Nanjiani’s Little America book.
More Than Just Stand-Up
Mohanad is not just a performer—he’s a powerhouse writer and producer. With credits including Full Frontal with Samantha Bee, the Lovett or Leave It podcast, and Epix’s Unprotected Sets, he delivers comedy that’s as insightful as it is hilarious.
Opening Act: Lynette Manning
Bringing her own brand of quick-witted, dynamic humor, Lynette Manning will kick off the night with a performance you won’t want to miss!
TICKETS:
$25 – General Admission
Early Bird Ticket for 2: $45 (Available until 10 days before the show or until sold out)
Special Ticket for 4: $75
Ticket Fee of $3.00 applies to all tickets bought
DON’T WAIT—GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!
With a show this good, seats won’t last long! Grab your tickets today and get ready for a night of comedy you won’t forget. | Buy tickets |
| | Chamber Music Amici presents
Suk & Dvořák
June 8th, 3:00 pm
June 9th, 7:30 pm
PROGRAM
Josef Suk • Piano Quartet in A minor, Op. 1
Antonín Dvořák • Piano Quintet No. 2 in A major, Op. 81, B.155
MUSICIANS
Eunhye Grace Choi, piano
Sunmi Chang, violin
Lillie Manis, viola
Steven Pologe, cello
Sharon Schuman, violin | Buy tickets |
| | Brought to you by Marya Stark and Sedona Swan Soulfire, ‘The She Rose Show’ emerges as a transmission of beauty, hope and liberation. The show offers an immersive multi-modality experience of sacred song, dance, ritual theater, puppeteering & visuals in celebration of the emergent Divine Feminine.
Drawing from the historical and archetypal mythos of the Goddess, this artistic adventure pays homage to the rise of the great ‘SHE’ & her many faces such as Wolf Woman, Wise Weaver, Oracle Priestess, & Sacred Mother.
She Rose features the anthemic music of international touring artist Marya Stark, supported by Chakaara Bliss, Daniel Berkman and Rev Fa Jun, incorporating music from her albums Lineage, Sapphire, Underground River & unreleased music from her upcoming work VAS.
Visionary choreography with dancer & ceremonialist Sedona Swan, featuring a multicultural cast of renowned embodiment artists including Dahlia Moon, Damion Bond, Ishra Blanco, MahaDevi Defoy, Tatia Schirin Chams-Diba, Katana Moon, and Tatia
Come experience ‘The She Rose Show’ & participate in a collective ceremony to remember the truth of our extraordinary human nature, rise from the collective shadows, celebrate the feminine, and bloom of the rose of the heart. | Buy tickets |
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