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ARTS SOUTH DAKOTA UPCOMING EVENTS
West Region
Bellman Brown Bag Series: Poker Alice
The Matthews Opera House – Theatre 612 Main St, Spearfish, SD, United StatesWHO: You! WHAT: Free lecture as part of the Monthly Bellman Brown Bag Series WHERE: Matthews Opera House Theater WHEN: Wednesday, January 8th at noon 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 hour while you devour Step into the vibrant history of the Old West with [...]
Chorus rehearsal
Performing Arts Center of Rapid City 601 Columbus St, Rapid City, SD, United States
Poetry on the Road
Tri State Museum 5th Avenue, Belle Fourche, South Dakota, United StatesJoin us for Poetry on the Road in Belle Fourche. Poetry on the Road is a series of two-hour events held throughout South Dakota to help foster the creation and appreciation of poetry. The gatherings are supported by the South Dakota State Poetry Society (SDSPS), the South Dakota Humanities Council and many local sponsors. Free [...]
The Matthews Artist Collective
The Matthews Art Gallery 612 Main St, Spearfish, SD, United StatesThis will be the first meeting of the Matthews Artist Collective. At this meeting, we will discuss some of the dynamics of this group and how it can provide opportunities for local artists to network and keep their creative passion and growth. A basic outline of the Collective’s structure has been posted on our website […]
AUDITIONS: HARVEY
The Matthews Opera House – Theatre 612 Main St, Spearfish, SD, United StatesWHO: ACTORS WHAT: Auditions for HARVEY WHERE: Matthews Opera House Theater 612 N. Main Street, Spearfish WHEN: Tuesday, January 14 and Wednesday, January 15 from 6-8 pm WHY: Because everyone should be able to play pretend HOW: No experience necessary! You will be asked to read with other participants from sections of the script previously [...]
AUDITIONS: GETTING OUR ACTS TOGETHER 2025
The Matthews Opera House – Theatre 612 Main St, Spearfish, SD, United StatesWHO: Theater at the Matthews is heating up and we want you to be a part of it! WHAT: Auditions Getting Our Acts Together WHERE: Matthews Opera House, 612 N. Main Street, Spearfish WHEN: January 14 & 15th, 6-8 pm WHY: Community, Connection, and Creativity? Why NOT? HOW: No experience necessary! You will be asked to [...]
AUDITIONS: HARVEY
The Matthews Opera House – Theatre 612 Main St, Spearfish, SD, United StatesWHO: ACTORS WHAT: Auditions for HARVEY WHERE: Matthews Opera House Theater 612 N. Main Street, Spearfish WHEN: Tuesday, January 14 and Wednesday, January 15 from 6-8 pm WHY: Because everyone should be able to play pretend HOW: No experience necessary! You will be asked to read with other participants from sections of the script previously [...]
AUDITIONS: GETTING OUR ACTS TOGETHER 2025
The Matthews Opera House – Theatre 612 Main St, Spearfish, SD, United StatesWHO: Theater at the Matthews is heating up and we want you to be a part of it! WHAT: Auditions Getting Our Acts Together WHERE: Matthews Opera House, 612 N. Main Street, Spearfish WHEN: January 14 & 15th, 6-8 pm WHY: Community, Connection, and Creativity? Why NOT? HOW: No experience necessary! You will be asked to [...]
Chasing Tables Screening
The Matthews Opera House – Theatre 612 Main St, Spearfish, SD, United StatesJoin SDPB at the Matthews Opera House for the Black Hills screening of Chasing Tables, a new documentary by Justin Bergh. Chasing Tables documents Jordan Taylor’s journey to becoming a chef and business owner. Taylor co-owns Bread & Circus, En Place Catering, Pizza Cheeks, and Perch. After studying and working in the Portland, Oregon food [...]
Chorus rehearsal
Performing Arts Center of Rapid City 601 Columbus St, Rapid City, SD, United States
History at High Noon
Sturgis Public Library 1040 Harley-Davidson Way #101, Sturgis, SD, United StatesOur Friday, January 17th, History at High Noon program will be “History Below The Pines”, presented by Levi Kessler Join us as we explore some of the hidden history of the Black Hills. History Below The Pines has meticulously documented ghost towns, abandoned mines, defunct tourist attractions, and other privately-owned areas of historical significance. Their [...]
Free
History at High Noon
Sturgis Public Library 1040 Harley-Davidson Way #101, Sturgis, SD, United StatesFriday, January 17 History at High Noon Program is "History Below the Pines" Sturgis Public Library’s Community Room, 12:00noon
Spark! Places of Innovation
Great Plains Art Institute 381 East 3rd Street, Mission, SD, United StatesIn May 2024, the Smithsonian Institution began making its way across South Dakota. The vehicle for this adventure was a Museum on Main Street traveling exhibition tour, Spark! Places of Innovation, highlighting how innovation has shaped small towns across the nation. The exhibition, examining the ingenuity and tenacity of rural America, will end its road trip at [...]
ART WORKSHOP: Basic Weaving w/ Mary Baker
The Matthews StudioSATURDAY ART & CRAFT WORKSHOPS AT ONE WHO: You with Mary Baker as your instructor! WHAT: WORKSHOP AT ONE Basic Weaving WHERE: Matthews 612 N Main Street WHEN: January 18th at 1pm (Workshops are held on the First and Third Saturday of every month at 1 PM) WHY: Immerse yourself in a creative environment right [...]
The Matthews Wine Experience
The Matthews Opera House – Theatre 612 Main St, Spearfish, SD, United StatesThe Matthews Wine Experience Saturday, January 18th 5-9pm Our season’s most exclusive event! Being a guest at the 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 will receive an etched Riedel wine glass! [...]
Matthews Wine Experience
The Matthews (Opera House & Arts Center) North Main Street, Spearfish, SD, United StatesIt’s our season's most exciting fundraising event! The 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. Every ticket holder receives an etched Riedel wine glass. This year, local craft beer and hors d'ouvres will be available to [...]
$50
More Than Marching
Lemmon Legion Club 1st Avenue West, Lemmon, S, United States"More Than Marching" a western dance series for Military and military connected individuals along with their families and community members. “Hosting dance events open to the public at the local Legion club fosters a sense of community and belonging. It provides an inclusive space where veterans can interact with neighbors, bridging the gap between [...]
Spark! Places of Innovation
Great Plains Art Institute 381 East 3rd Street, Mission, SD, United StatesIn May 2024, the Smithsonian Institution began making its way across South Dakota. The vehicle for this adventure was a Museum on Main Street traveling exhibition tour, Spark! Places of Innovation, highlighting how innovation has shaped small towns across the nation. The exhibition, examining the ingenuity and tenacity of rural America, will end its road trip at [...]
Chinook Days Puzzle Contest
The Matthews Opera House – Theatre 612 Main St, Spearfish, SD, United StatesJoin us for the Chinook Days Jigsaw Puzzle Contest on January 19, 2025, at 2 PM at the historic Matthews Opera House in Spearfish, SD. This fun and casual event features two divisions: a 500-piece puzzle for teams of two and a 350-piece family puzzle where one team member must be under 10. The timed [...]
