SUN
June 26 7:30pm
Opening : Chali 2na & the Funk Hunters Tickets : $ 48 Box * $
63
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Musician , filmmaker , and humanitarian , Michael Franti is recognized as a pioneering force using music as a vehicle for positive change . His unforgettable , high energy shows with his band , Spearhead , draw on the music of hip hop , reggae , funk and rap . His song “ Say Hey ( I Love You )” from the 2010 charttopping album The Sound Of Sunshine went multi-platinum . Giving back has always been at the heart of Franti ’ s mission , he has dedicated his life to spreading the joy of music and positivity to millions .
Sponsored by :
• Quito ' s Gazebo •
• Captain ' s Spirits of Bayfield •
• Fiorio Wealth Advisors •
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THU
June 30 7:30pm
Tickets : $ 22 adult / $ 11 student Box * $
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The Blue Canvas Orchestra re-creates the music of The Opry ' s legendary performers such as Hank Williams , Patsy Cline , Marty Robbins and The Carter Family . Debuting in 2014 , this show has become a resounding hit ! Severin Behnen wrote the show and leads the band . Corey Carlson , our own musical chameleon , assisted Behnen in the creation of the show and is featured along with guests Randy Sabien , Joe Savage , Danielle Diamond and Emily Belanger in this nostalgic and entertaining romp through the best Western songs from the heydays of The Grand Ole Opry .
Sponsored by :
• Dave Olson & Kathryn Grafsgaard •
FRI
July 1 7:30pm
Tickets : $ 72 / $ 84 / $ 102 Box * $
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The great Merle Haggard was scheduled to play the Big Top on July 1 . Come help us celebrate the greatest country singer / songwriter of our generation with The Strangers , his band for 5 decades , and two of his musical sons . Hear classic Haggard songs performed by those closest to him : " Okie from Muskogee ," " Mama Tried ," " Silver Wings " and many more . Add to that , the incomparable Oak Ridge Boys , winners of a 2015 Dove Award with the song " Sweet Jesus " written by and featuring Merle Haggard . The Oak Ridge Boys have one of the most recognizable sounds in Country / Gospel music , performing four decades of hits including " Elvira ," " American Made " and " Bobby Sue ." Don ' t miss this powerful night of Country music royalty
Ṡponsored by :
• Beverly & Fred Pinkerton •
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OPERA OF THE NORTH
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2016 / 2017 Season
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∆Dance Alert We never know when joyous dancing or standing may break out . We try to make it fun for everyone . If you are not a dancer and don ’ t want to be caught behind one , try choosing seats in the mid-center or back sections .