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ARTS SOUTH DAKOTA UPCOMING EVENTS
Governor Kristi Noem announced 12 students who are being recognized for their artistic talents through the Governor’s Student Art Competition. An exhibition of the artwork is now open to the public in the South Dakota Capitol building. The Governor’s Student Art Exhibition includes work from the following students: A panel of nine professional artists served [...]
2025 ARTS LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE This year’s Arts Leadership Institute will be held on April 29-30, 2025, in Sioux Falls. Come together with arts leaders, trainers, and panelists from across South Dakota to learn more about how you can develop your organization’s audience by providing accessible experiences developed in collaboration with your community. You won’t want [...]
Event Contact: Dr. Bethany AmundsonContact Email: Bethany.Amundson@usd.eduContact Phone: 605 658 3468Event Locator: 2025-ACDLVCColton invites you to his recital, held in the John A. Day Gallery, Warren M. Lee Center for the Fine Arts. This event is open to the public at no charge.
Free Events Open to the Community: Music at Pine Hills Retirement Community on April 28 at 3pm Welcome Reception at the Space on April 29th at 5:30pm Belly Dancing Workshop in the Pine Room at the Custer Library on April 30th at 4pm Hummus Happy Hour at Chautauqua Artisans Market on May 2 at 5pm [...]
The Metamorphosis Exhibition showcases 15 murals created by students in JSC and the juvenile diversion program as part of the Just Us Mural Project (JUMP). Supported by a U.S. Department of Justice grant, this initiative empowers justice-involved youth through culturally relevant arts education. With the freedom of expression, youth from Rapid City have been collaborating [...]
An Elevated Evening of Creativity and Connection Wednesday, April 30th from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Reservation required. Visit event page for tickets. Join us for a unique creative experience at Gist Wine Shop, Downtown Sioux Falls' natural wine haven. Guests will immerse themselves in art, wine, and inspiration. Choose from Oil Pastel Drawing, Watercolor [...]
This event features a storytelling panel discussion about the Inclusive Care Collaborative and why queer research is needed in South Dakota. Panelists will share their lived experiences as LGBTQIA2S+ South Dakotans. Appetizers will be provided and food/drinks will also be available for purchase.Scholar: Cody Ingle, MPHSponsored by: The Transformation Project, Inc.For more information, contact: Susan [...]
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Celebrate International Jazz Day with the Fellowship Jazz Center! We’re thrilled to announce the debut of the Fellowship Jazz Center Orchestra (FJCO) — Sioux Falls’ premier big band! Bringing together the finest musicians from the region, the FJCO will deliver an unforgettable evening of vibrant music, celebrating one of America’s greatest art forms — Jazz.
Celebrate International Jazz Day with the Fellowship Jazz Center!We’re thrilled to announce the debut of the Fellowship Jazz Center Orchestra (FJCO) — Sioux Falls' premier big band! Bringing together the finest musicians from the region, the FJCO will deliver an unforgettable evening of vibrant music, celebrating one of America's greatest art forms — Jazz.This special [...]
Sioux Falls, SD – The Fellowship Jazz Center is proud to announce the debut performance of the Fellowship Jazz Center Orchestra (FJCO), Sioux Falls’ premier big band, on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. in the Belbas Theater. This momentous event will celebrate International Jazz Day with an unforgettable evening of music, showcasing the [...]
Based on the 1915 novel and the 1939 Alfred Hitchcock film of the same name, The 39 Steps is a comedic adaptation of the classic spy thriller. Richard Hannay meets a beautiful woman at the theatre, only to have her immediately murdered in his apartment. Fearing for his life and spurred into action by her [...]
Governor Kristi Noem announced 12 students who are being recognized for their artistic talents through the Governor’s Student Art Competition. An exhibition of the artwork is now open to the public in the South Dakota Capitol building. The Governor’s Student Art Exhibition includes work from the following students: A panel of nine professional artists served [...]
The Metamorphosis Exhibition showcases 15 murals created by students in JSC and the juvenile diversion program as part of the Just Us Mural Project (JUMP). Supported by a U.S. Department of Justice grant, this initiative empowers justice-involved youth through culturally relevant arts education. With the freedom of expression, youth from Rapid City have been collaborating [...]
Based on the 1915 novel and the 1939 Alfred Hitchcock film of the same name, The 39 Steps is a comedic adaptation of the classic spy thriller. Richard Hannay meets a beautiful woman at the theatre, only to have her immediately murdered in his apartment. Fearing for his life and spurred into action by her [...]
Disaster! The Musical Thursday, May 1 at 7:30 PM Friday, May 2 at 7:30 PM Saturday, May 3 at 2:30 PM Saturday, May 3 at 7:30 PM Sunday, May 4 at 2:30 PM
Step Afrika! is the first professional Company dedicated to the artform of stepping. Under Step Afrika! Founder Mr. Williams’ leadership, stepping has evolved into one of America’s cultural exports. Step Afrika! ranks as one of the top ten African American dance Companies in the United States, touring more than 60 countries across the globe. Step [...]
Governor Kristi Noem announced 12 students who are being recognized for their artistic talents through the Governor’s Student Art Competition. An exhibition of the artwork is now open to the public in the South Dakota Capitol building. The Governor’s Student Art Exhibition includes work from the following students: A panel of nine professional artists served [...]
We welcome our new dance professor, Katie Gutmann, to the USD stage as she directs the 2025 Spring Dance Showcase. The dance showcase is choreographed by USD students and performed by folks from across the USD community. Come experience a traditional dance concert with variety and panache.
One Sheet Wonder Card Workshop 
