SEASON OF THE ARTS
years . Now , a scheming lawyer is trying to steal it out from underneath them . They will have to put on the performances of their lives if they hope to save their home .
Winter Wonderettes December 1-2 , 6-9 & 13-16 , 2017 @ 7:30 PM December 3 , 10 & 17 @ 2 PM The season wraps up with singing sensations , The Wonderettes , who are entertaining at the annual Harper ’ s Hardware Holiday Party . When Santa turns up missing , the girls use their talent and ingenuity to save the party .
Bell Tower Theater Youth Programs
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee June 8 , 9 , 10 , 14 , 16 & 17 , 2017 @ 7:30 PM June 11 & 18 , 2017 @ 2 PM Winner of a Tony and a Drama Desk Award , The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is one unforgettable experience . An eclectic group of six tweens vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime . All performers in the play will be high school students .
Harry Connick , Jr .’ s The Happy Elf July 12-16 & 19-22 , 2017 @ 7 PM July 14-16 & 22-23 , 2017 @ 2 PM Our 12th-annual kids-for-kids musical is a new comedy by a Grammy Award-winning and Tony Award-nominated composer and lyricist , Harry Connick , Jr .’ s The Happy Elf . It tells the tale of Eubie the Elf , a lovable fellow who wants to spread Christmas joy throughout the town of Bluesville . The show will be performed by two casts of more than 40 kids each , ages 7 to 16 , and the backstage crew includes another 100 kids ages 7 to 18 who are running lights and sound , making props and costumes , building sets , and working in the box office and concession stand .
DUBUQUE ARBORETUM & BOTANICAL GARDENS
The Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens is a volunteer-driven , all-donation-sponsored , nonprofit organization . About 65,000 visitors from 45 states and ten foreign countries went through the gates last year . It is truly one of Dubuque ’ s great treasures . For more information or updates on events , call ( 563 ) 556-2100 or visit DubuqueArboretum . com .
Spring Children ’ s Party May 21 , 2017 @ 11-2 PM Costumed characters , face painting , a fire engine , and giveaways will keep the kids entertained .
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Music in the Gardens Sundays in June , July & August @ 6:30 PM Concert attendees may bring food and drinks to the concerts . The arboretum hosts 12 or 13 concerts through the summer . Seven are sponsored by the Dubuque Arts Council .
Hosta Fest – June 4 , 2017 @ 12-3 PM Herb Fest – June 25 , 2017 @ 10 AM-3 PM Main Street Cruisers Car Show – Date & Time TBA Sundaes in the Gardens – July 2 , 2017 @ 2-3 PM
DUBUQUE ARTS COUNCIL
The Dubuque Arts Council , a 501 ( c ) ( 3 ) nonprofit , was founded in 1969 by a dedicated group of individuals who wanted to bring outstanding performers from many artistic disciplines to perform into the Dubuque Community Schools to provide inspiration for young people as they experience professionals they normally wouldn ’ t see . Their mission is to provide diverse , multi-disciplinary , artistic , and educational opportunities to expand cultural horizons and improve the quality of life .
This year , over 20,000 students in Dubuque , Western Dubuque , Bellevue , IA ; Hazel Green , WI ; Galena , and East Dubuque , IL districts will experience a variety of music and dance residencies . For more information , visit www . DBQArtsCouncil . org .
Artist in Residence Series
Spill Your Beans ! October 17-21 , 2016 & November 7-11 , 2016 This quartet has their own special repertoire , mixing classic works with unique arrangements ; such as J . S . Bach ’ s Toccata and Fugue in D minor with famous Star Wars melodies and Vivaldi ’ s “ Spring ” from the Four Seasons with special birdcalls .
Acoustic Eidolon February 6-17 , 2017 Acoustic Eidolon will introduce students to the one-of-a-kind double-necked guitar (“ guitjo ”), a 14 string , harp-like sounding instrument , designed by member Joe Scott , and performed in a signature “ new acoustic ” sound with Hannah Alkire on cello .
Music in the Gardens
This is the 25th year The Dubuque Arts Council has provided Music in the Gardens at the Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens . Next year ’ s lineup includes :
Hunter Fuerste and The American Vintage Orchestra – June 18 Dubuque Symphony Orchestra – June 25 The Blackberry Bushes ( not confirmed )– July 2
Bob Dorr & The Blue Band – July 9 Fridea Lee – July 16 Billy Foley Band – July 23 Kids from Wisconsin – July 30
DUBUQUE CHORALE
The mission of the Dubuque Chorale is to engage , educate , enrich , and inspire the community by presenting diverse choral music with artistic excellence . The Chorale and Cadenza consist of volunteer adult singers of all ages from the tri-state area . Since 2014 , the Chorale has sponsored the Dubuque Chorale Children ’ s Choir to provide an environment in which the children are able to experience great literature , exciting performance opportunities , and growth in their love and enjoyment of music . Cadenza , a small group of DC members , is available to sing at special events . For more information , call ( 563 ) 580-4371 or visit DubuqueChorale . org .
Novemberfest : Celebrating Dubuque ’ s German Heritage November 5 @ 7:30 PM November 6 @ 2 PM Steeple Square Brats , Brahms , and beer ! This will be the first concert presented at Steeple Square . Both concerts will feature local descendants of the first German residents in the area with performances by the Dubuque Chorale , Cadenza , and the Dubuque Chorale Children ’ s Choir . Works by German composers such as Bach , Brahms , Schutz , Humperdink , and others will be performed . The concert will be preceded by Dr . Charles Barland performing on the organ , and followed by ethnic food and a German band with opportunity for dancing !
Classical Magic May 6 , 2017 @ 7:30 PM UD ’ s Heritage Center May 7 , 2017 @ 2 PM Western Dubuque Performing Arts Center , Epworth , IA The Chorale , Cadenza , and Dubuque Chorale Children ’ s Choir will be performing several classics accompanied by orchestra . The concert will conclude with the choirs from several local high schools joining the Chorale .
DUBUQUE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
The Dubuque Symphony Orchestra ’ s 58th season continues the orchestra ’ s proud tradition of unforgettable performances and acclaimed guest artists . The ensemble will perform five Classics Concerts ,