USD Opera presents an exciting world premiere opera entitled Notes on Viardot, based on the intriguing life of opera diva Pauline Viardot. Viardot was an internationally famed singer, highly respected voice teacher, exemplary pianist, and gifted composer who came from a prominent, high-powered musical family living in Paris in the 19th century. The opera takes [...]
USD Opera presents an exciting world premiere opera entitled Notes on Viardot, based on the intriguing life of opera diva Pauline Viardot. Viardot was an internationally famed singer, highly respected voice teacher, exemplary pianist, and gifted composer who came from a prominent, high-powered musical family living in Paris in the 19th century. The opera takes [...]
Based on a story in The Weekly World News, Bat Boy: The Musical is a comedy/horror rock musical about a half boy/half bat creature who is discovered in a cave near Hope Falls, West Virginia. Bat Boy is brought to the home of the town veterinarian, where he is eventually accepted as a member of [...]
The University of South Dakota Jazz Choir hits the roof April 18—the Coyote Gallery roof, that is! The ensemble will perform a range of music from jazz standards to contemporary a cappella, including pop hits. This open-air concert is free and open to anybody who happens by, but you're encouraged to bring a chair and [...]
Jaida Grey Eagle will present on Indigenous Photography Jaida Grey Eagle is an Oglala Lakota freelance documentary photographer currently located in St. Paul, MN. Jaida served as a Report for America Fellow with the Sahan Journal as a photojournalist. Jaida researched Native photography as a Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC) Native American Fellow for the [...]
For over 600 years, stringed keyboard instruments have served as repositories for human imagination, science, technology, craft, artistry, and music. They are admired for their stature – and oftentimes stunning beauty – alongside their ability to play both melody and harmony. Keyboard innovation has continuously expanded throughout the world, throughout time. Opening in March 2024, [...]
The Fool’s 48 Short Film Project is one of VCA’s featured community events. Local teams have 48 hours to write, film, and edit a 4–7 minute film. This *foolish* undertaking is held over April Fool’s weekend (or near it!). Monday night we host the Fool’s 48 Film Showcase at the Coyote Twin Theater. It’s always [...]
4 One Act plays, written by local playwrights. Come see this amazing group of short plays!
4 One Act plays, written by local playwrights. Come see this amazing group of short plays!
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 [...]
