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JUMP INTO METAMORPHOSIS
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39 STEPS
The Governor’s Student Art Exhibition

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Step Afrika!

The Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center, 1601 University Blvd, Brookings University Boulevard, Brookings, South Dakota, United States

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 [...]

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 [...]

Spring Dance Showcase

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

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.

It All Came Together-BFA Graduation Show

John A Day Gallery East Clark Street, Vermillion, South Dakota, United States

Event Contact: 0Contact Email: amy.fill@usd.eduContact Phone: 6056583437Event Locator: 2025-ACDSAFBFA Graduation Show features the thesis work of Lydia Jae, Aya Naoe, Nathan Valentine, and Kylie Woodruff.

NMM Live! | Tatag Gamelan

National Music Museum East Clark Street, Vermillion, S, United States

A dedicated ensemble of volunteers was formed shortly after the arrival of the Kyai Rengga Manis Everist Gamelan. Eventually being given the name of Tatag, the group exemplifies the characteristics of what the name means: strong will, strong determination, showing compassion. Members of the group have ranged in age from 6 to 80, and members [...]

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NMM Live! | Tatag Gamelan

National Music Museum Performance Hall East Clark Street, Vermillion, South Dakota, United States

Event Contact: National Music MuseumContact Email: nmm@usd.eduContact Phone: 605-658-3450Event URL: https://www.nmmusd.org/events/cb44eab7-f021-4a17-963b-5331476145d6Event Locator: 2025-ACCSNSA dedicated ensemble of volunteers was formed shortly after the arrival of the Kyai Rengga Manis Everist Gamelan. Eventually being given the name of Tatag, the group exemplifies the characteristics of what the name means: strong will, strong determination, showing compassion. Members of [...]

Event Series “Pieces of Me” by Ann Smith

“Pieces of Me” by Ann Smith

Yankton Area Arts 508 Douglas Ave, Yankton, United States

Yankton, SD — Yankton Area Arts is proud to present "Pieces of Me," a compelling new solo exhibit by local artist and designer Ann Smith, opening Thursday, May 2 at 1:00 PM at the GAR Hall Art Gallery. The exhibit runs through June 3, 2025 and showcases a powerful blend of mixed media that highlights Ann's lifelong exploration of texture, design, and self-expression. [...]

Mirror, Mirror on the Wall, I Am My Mother After All

Senior Citizens Center, 601 5th Ave, Edgemont

You say or do something, and you wonder “where did that come from?” only to remember your mother said and did that and suddenly you realize you have become your mother. In a PowerPoint™ presentation, audience members will be reminded of common expressions used by our mothers, along with humorous stories that help us understand [...]

Event Series Echoes of Experience: The Augustana Senior Show

Echoes of Experience: The Augustana Senior Show

Eide/Dalrymple Gallery at Augustana University 2120 S Grange Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57197, Sioux Falls, United States +1 more

Don't miss the impressive Senior Art Exhibition featuring the diverse talents of Augustana University's graduating class. This year's large and talented group necessitates a special two-gallery presentation, hosted in partnership with the gracious help of the Washington Pavilion Visual Arts Center. Opening Receptions: Eide/Dalrymple Gallery: Friday, April 25, 7:00 - 9:00 pm (Awards and Artist [...]

Ataraxia by Dakota Lincoln – Artist Reception

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

Join artist Dakota Lincoln during the reception for her exhibition: Ataraxia: Color & Texture Explorations on Saturday, May 17, from 2:00 to 5:00pm. Lincoln's bold paintings bring an explosion of bright to the Coyote Gallery, and their meditative swirls and patterns are an exercise in relaxation for both artist and viewer. "Ataraxia means 'inner peace.' [...]

Event Series Short Grass Arts Council’s Student Art Showcase

Short Grass Arts Council’s Student Art Showcase

Waterfront Gallery for the Arts 207 E Missouri Ave, Pierre, SD, United States

The public is invited to the Opening Reception for the Short Grass Arts Council's Student Art Showcase featuring the "Unsung Heroes" exhibit by T.F Riggs 2nd Semester Intro to art class who have created works of art celebrating “Unsung Heroes” as part of the LMC ARTEFFECT Unsung Heroes Art Competition under the guidance of art [...]

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Event Series Farah Siraj – World Fest Events

Farah Siraj – World Fest Events

Chautauqua Craftsmen & Artisans of the Black Hills 501 North River Street, Hot Springs, SD, United States

Chautauqua Craftsmen & Artisans of the Black Hills in Hot Springs is proud to host Farah Siraj and her band for a week long southern hills World Fest residency. Named Jordan’s Musical Ambassadress, Farah Siraj balances a career that spans the United States, Europe, and the Middle East, having performed on some of the world’s [...]

Free

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 [...]

It All Came Together-Closing Reception

John A Day Gallery East Clark Street, Vermillion, South Dakota, United States

Event Contact: 0Contact Email: amy.fill@usd.eduContact Phone: 6056583437Event Locator: 2025-ACDSAHClosing reception for BFA Graduation Show

First Friday Artists at the Studio

Serendipity Studio Gallery & Gifts 230 S. Phillips Ave., Suite 204, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

Join us for an unique opportunity to meet a few of our wonderful artists and see more of their work. Featured artists will be set up around the building showing new and warehoused artwork of their own making. Happening during Downtown Sioux Falls First Friday, stop into the studio and check this out.

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Matt Wallace Fusion Force

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

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

May Big Band Dance

El Riad Shrine 510 S Phillips Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

Join us for our Big Band Dance Friday May 2. We will be dancing to live music from the El Riad Big Band on the spacious hardwood-floored ballroom of the El Riad Shrine in downtown Sioux Falls. The 17-piece Shrine Big Band will be playing music complementary to swing, ballroom, two step, and Latin dancing [...]

$7 – $15
Event Series The Cottage

The Cottage

Town Players 5 S Broadway, Watertown, South Dakota, United States

Directed by Amber Bosworth Written by Sandy Rustin Audience: Recommended for 16 + Step into the charming world of "The Cottage," where Sandy Rustin serves up a delightful cocktail of romance, wit, and delicious chaos, all shaken (not stirred) in the spirit of Noel Coward's classic comedies. In the picturesque English countryside, long-time lovers Sylvia [...]

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
Event Series Disaster! The Musical

Disaster! The Musical

Augustana University 2001 S Summit Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

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

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