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ARTS SOUTH DAKOTA UPCOMING EVENTS
The 27th annual Christmas at The Cathedral will be performed with six concerts, December 14-17, 2023 at the Cathedral of St Joseph. This year’s theme, “The Heavens Declare,” is a first-hand account of the monumental events surrounding Jesus’ birth and His miraculous mission and impact through the experience of one of the magi. The magi [...]
The 27th annual Christmas at The Cathedral will be performed with six concerts, December 14-17, 2023 at the Cathedral of St Joseph. This year’s theme, “The Heavens Declare,” is a first-hand account of the monumental events surrounding Jesus’ birth and His miraculous mission and impact through the experience of one of the magi. The magi [...]
The 27th annual Christmas at The Cathedral will be performed with six concerts, December 14-17, 2023 at the Cathedral of St Joseph. This year’s theme, “The Heavens Declare,” is a first-hand account of the monumental events surrounding Jesus’ birth and His miraculous mission and impact through the experience of one of the magi. The magi [...]
The 27th annual Christmas at The Cathedral will be performed with six concerts, December 14-17, 2023 at the Cathedral of St Joseph. This year’s theme, “The Heavens Declare,” is a first-hand account of the monumental events surrounding Jesus’ birth and His miraculous mission and impact through the experience of one of the magi. The magi [...]
The 27th annual Christmas at The Cathedral will be performed with six concerts, December 14-17, 2023 at the Cathedral of St Joseph. This year’s theme, “The Heavens Declare,” is a first-hand account of the monumental events surrounding Jesus’ birth and His miraculous mission and impact through the experience of one of the magi. The magi [...]
Join us for this month’s free Bellman Brown Bag Series on Wednesday, January 10 at noon in the Matthews Theater as Paul Higbee presents a fascinating discussion about the 1943 Spearfish Chinook wind. The temperature leaped 49 degrees in two minutes, shattering windows throughout town and setting a world record that still stands. Though mostly [...]
Backcountry Film Festival Chinook Days Showtime: January 18 at 5 pm Box Office: 4 pm | House Opens: 4:30 pm Advance tickets: $15 General Admission Tickets may be purchased online, by phone at (605) 642-7973, or by visiting the Matthews Gallery at 612 N. Main Street, Spearfish. Chinook Days and The Matthews Opera House are [...]
Join us for this month’s free Bellman Brown Bag Series on Wednesday, February 14 at noon in the Matthews Theater as SD State Poetry Society presents “Poetry on the Road.” Board members from SD State Poetry Society will read their poems, with an open mic following, available to locals who would like the opportunity to [...]
Join us in the Matthews Theater on Wednesday, February 14th from 6-9 PM for a free, 18+, figure drawing workshop. This fun workshop for adults will feature drawing from live, costumed models in a historic theater atmosphere! BHSU Art Professor Desy Schoenewies will provide drawing demos. Participants are encouraged to bring their own art supplies. [...]
Join us for this month’s free Bellman Brown Bag Series on Wednesday, March 13 at noon in the Matthews Theater as Sandy Swallow and Scott Simpson present their collaborative projects “Running the Milky Way,” and “Sister Star.” In a captivating fusion of visual and auditory artistry, Oglala Lakota visual artist, Sandy Swallow, and songwriter, Scott [...]
Artists of the Black Hills Exhibit A stunning display of local artistry and innovation. The Matthews is proud to be hosting the brilliant work of the Artists of the Black Hills group. ABH was founded in 2005 as an organization of professional artists, artisans, and galleries with the common goal of establishing the Black Hills [...]
The Matthews Wine Experience Saturday, March 23rd 5-9pm Our season’s most exclusive event! Being a guest at the first Matthews Wine Experience will be a memorable evening. Two dozen wine varieties will be available to sample that have been hand-selected by Philips 66, Exit 14, and every ticket holder receives an etched Riedel wine glass! [...]
[We will begin Trans Day of Action with a Trans Visibility Rally @ Lyon Park, from 10:30 AM to noon, at which point we will transition over to FCBC. Please join us in showing out for trans visibility and solidarity. Bringing signs, flags, etc. is optional.] RSVP: https://facebook.com/events/s/trans-day-of-action-rally/400795335893369/ We have a full day of community [...]
Stars of Native American Comedy A Cabaret comedy event Friday, April 5 at 7 pm Box Office: 6 pm | House Opens: 6:30 pm Some Stars of Native American Comedy(aka Some Stars) features an award-winning comic line-up that brings a Native take on the world. Together, they poke fun at serious topics with a long [...]
WHO: YOU! Enjoying…Wilbur Newland, Bobbe Ward, Pat Rogge, Charlotte Fladmoe, Jim Hoff, and Dennis and Julie Walkins + VISIT WITH MATTHEWS STAFF WHAT: Free performances as part of the Monthly Bellman Brown Bag Series WHERE: Matthews Opera House Theater WHEN: Wednesday April 10th from 12:00 to 1:00 WHY: To explore ideas, history, literature, art, and [...]
heART of the City is an annual art show featuring 2D, 3D, and wearable art created by local artists of all ages and disciplines. This year creative teams and individual artists have turned snack bags and boxes into artwork that is a feast for the eyes. At 6:30pm, a Fashion Show of artwork made from [...]
WHO: YOU! Enjoying…Rushmore Music Festival Organization WHAT: Free performance and lecture as part of the Monthly Bellman Brown Bag Series WHERE: Matthews Opera House Theater WHEN: Wednesday May 8th from 12:00 to 1:00 WHY: To explore ideas, history, literature, art, and culture HOW: BYOB-Bring your own bite-to-eat, take a seat, and enjoy entertainment for an [...]
Rose and Eugene Presents is celebrating their first anniversary in the most poetic way possible—with an all-out battle. Four artists will be competing and you get to be the judge. We’ll be raffling off these fresh works and awarding a People’s Choice winner towards the night's end. Join us for this celebration of creativity, community, [...]
The South Dakota Shakespeare Festival presents Much Ado About Nothing on the big screen! This '90s classic features an ultra pouty Keanu Reeves as Don John, Michael Keaton comedic gold as Dogberry, and Kenneth Branagh and Emma Thompson at peak charm as sharp-witted lovers Benedick and Beatrice. Come see it for FREE at the Twin, [...]
WHO: Eliza Blue with special guests Jon Bakken and Nicholas Trandahl WHAT: Throw-in for your tickets to be delighted with three exciting avenues in this all-encompassing event! “Tender Rebellion,” a Rural Regenerator Fellowship Art Exhibit Instrumentation with Eliza, Jon, and Nicholas to bring this next portion of the event to LIFE And most importantly a [...]
