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ARTS SOUTH DAKOTA UPCOMING EVENTS

Event Series 39 STEPS

39 STEPS

Knuston Theatre East Clark Street, Vermillion, SD, United States

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 [...]

$10 – $62

Mighty Corson Art Players Presents Women Playing Hamlet

Corson Playhouse 25993 482nd Ave, Brandon, United States

Hamlet's a challenge for any actor, but when Jessica is cast as the titular character in a New York production, it sends her into an existential tailspin. It doesn't help that her acting coach is borderline abusive, or that every Starbucks barista with an MFA tells her she's too young for the role. Or that [...]

$25

Mighty Corson Art Players Presents Women Playing Hamlet

Corson Playhouse 25993 482nd Ave, Brandon, United States

I can’t play Hamlet because I’m being stalked by Patrick Stewart. That’s right. “The” Patrick Stewart. “Sir” Patrick Stewart. Hamlet's a challenge for any actor, but when Jessica is cast as the titular character in a New York production, it sends her into an existential tailspin. It doesn't help that her acting coach is borderline [...]

$25

Victor Cajiao Quintet

Trio Jazz Club 340 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

https://www.triojazzclub.com #fellowshipjazzcenter #triojazzclub #livemusic #siouxfalls

Wayfinder

Dahl Arts Center 713 7th St, Rapid City, SD, United States

​Wayfinder is an art exhibition at the Dahl Arts Center, presented by the Rapid City Arts Council & Big Read Rapid City. Artists were inspired by Andrew Krivak’s novel, The Bear. The exhibit explores themes of navigation, guidance, and the universal quest for meaning. It celebrates the resilience of the human spirit, the profound connection between humanity and [...]

Mobridge Art Show 2025

Scherr Howe Arena 212 Main St, Mobridge, United States

Artists and photographers, exhibitors and vendors, teachers and students, old and new participants, you are invited to join us for our 49th Annual Art Show.  This year's show will take place on Saturday, April 12th, and Sunday, April 13th at the Scherr-Howe Event Center in Mobridge.

My Missouri River Valley – Fiber Arts Exhibition

Coyote Gallery East Main Street, Vermillion, S, United States

Phyllis W. Packard is a painter, weaver, and artist whose career spans sixty years. My Missouri River Valley is an exhibition of her more recent tapestries, needle felt paintings, and watercolor weavings. Packard's works are based on the land, water, and sky of the prairie and South Dakota, particularly the idyllic view of the Missouri [...]

The Governor’s Student Art Exhibition

The South Dakota State Capitol East Capitol Avenue, Pierre, South Dakota, United States

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 [...]

Workshops opposite ArtWars

Aberdeen Recreational & Cultural Center 123 South Lincoln Street, Aberdeen, United States

This year we will be offering student workshops on Saturday, April 12th from 9-12 at the ARCC in Aberdeen for all students. This will be happening while the ArtWars championships are going on, so that you can bring additional students to state and they can also be creating some art that morning. At the moment, we [...]

Papermaking Youth Workshop

Deadwoon History Inc. Sherman Street, Deadwood, South Dakota, United States

Turn recycled paper into unique works of art in this fun, hands-on workshop for kids in grades K-6! Deadwood History’s Papermaking Youth Workshop will be held at the Days of ‘76 Museum on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The workshop is suggested for students in grades K-6. The program is [...]

Rebecca Kelley, Senior Piano Recital

Campus Wide Fine Arts East Clark Street, Vermillion, South Dakota, United States

Event Contact: Dr. Alessandra FerisContact Email: Alessandra.Feris@usd.eduContact Phone: 605 658 3479Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/livemusicEvent Locator: 2025-ACDNDCRebecca invites you to her senior piano recital, live from Colton Recital Hall, Warren M. Lee Center for the Fine Arts, and livestreamed via the link available elsewhere on this post.  This event is open to the public at no charge.

🐥🐰 Chicks and Bunnies Make & Take 🐰🐥

AMC Collective South Minnesota Avenue, Sioux Falls, S, United States

Join us for a fun and festive Make & Take event where you can create your own adorable bunnies and chicks using fuzzy pom poms or felt shapes. This drop-in crafting activity is perfect for all ages and a great way to get creative for spring. Eligible for the Make & Take Punch Card. Bring [...]

$4
Event Series Mobridge Art show

Mobridge Art show

Scherr Howe Arena 212 Main St, Mobridge, United States

Artists and photographers, exhibitors and vendors, teachers and students, old and new participants, you are invited to join us for our 49th Annual Art Show.  This year's show will take place on Saturday, April 12th, and Sunday, April 13th at the Scherr-Howe Event Center in Mobridge.  All the information you will need is below:

Event Series 39 STEPS

39 STEPS

Knuston Theatre East Clark Street, Vermillion, SD, United States

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 [...]

$10 – $62

Old and Expired

Fotolab No.7 7 Center St, Vermillion, S

It’s photographer Aaron C Packard’s birthday, but he’s feeling old and expired… Coincidentally, while preparing for the launch of Fotolab No.7, Aaron discovered a box of old and expired film. To prevent this film from going to waste, to battle existential dread, and to celebrate his birthday, Aaron is inviting you to join him on [...]

Free

Gesteland Studio Showcase

Campus Wide Fine Arts East Clark Street, Vermillion, South Dakota, United States

Event Contact: Dr. Tracelyn GestelandContact Email: Tracelyn.Gesteland@usd.eduContact Phone: 605 658 3475Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/livemusicEvent Locator: 2025-ACDLWZDr. Tracelyn Gesteland and her voice studio students invite you to this afternoon's event, live from Colton Recital Hall, Warren M. Lee Center for the Fine Arts, and livestreamed via the link available elsewhere on this post.  This event is open [...]

Event Series JUMP INTO METAMORPHOSIS

JUMP INTO METAMORPHOSIS

Dahl Arts Center 713 7th St, Rapid City, SD, United States

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 [...]

Mississippi Hot Club

Trio Jazz Club 340 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

https://www.triojazzclub.com #fellowshipjazzcenter #triojazzclub #livemusic #siouxfalls

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