AUGUST
Shows
STEVE EARLE AND THE DUKES
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Thursday 7:30p
$
40 / $ 50 / $ 64
Acclaimed country singer-songwriter Steve Earle was a protégé of legends Townes Van Zandt and Guy Clark. His 1986 debut album Guitar Town shot to number one on the country charts. His songs have been recorded by Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Joan Baez, Emmylou Harris, The Pretenders, and countless others. Steve’ s latest release GUY is his 19th studio album.
Sponsored by SIXTH STREET MARKET and FIORIO WEALTH ADVISORS
CHRIS KROEZE AND JOYANN PARKER
2
Friday 7:30p
$
22 / $ 28 / $ 32 Youth half price
Wisconsin up-and-comers Chris Kroeze and Joyann Parker share the stage for a soulful night. Performer and writer Chris Kroeze connects with both the hearts and minds across various generations through his genuine country soul and his unique and alluring vocal delivery. Blues singer Joyann Parker brings the power of fromthe-heart songwriting and performing combined with old-school country and blues style.
Sponsored by C. G. BRETTING MANUFACTURING CO. INC.
THE SPINNERS
3
Saturday 7:30p
$
55 / $ 62 / $ 78
One of the biggest soul groups of the 1970s, today’ s Spinners features original member Henry Fambrough, joined onstage by lead singer Charlton Washington, high tenor Marvin Taylor, tenor Ronnie Moss, bass singer Jessie Peck, and a 5-piece backup band. Their eighteen Solid Gold Top 40 Hits include“ The Rubberband Man,”“ It’ s a Shame,” and“ I’ ll Be Around.”
Sponsored by MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER
BIZHIKI WITH LAUGHING FOX: NATIVE AMERICAN MUSIC, DRUM AND DANCE
4
Sunday 1:00p
Free Admission!
Bizhiki Culture & Dance Company was founded with the goal of furthering people’ s understanding of Indigenous cultures. Laughing Fox hosts and performs Native American f lute songs. Featuring the powerful Native American drum beats of Iron Boy, the dedicated professionals of Bizhiki engage audiences of all ages through intricate stories, traditional and contemporary dance and song, and demonstration of traditional ecological knowledge.
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AMERICAN STORIES *** ARMED FORCES APPRECIATION DAY ***
4
Sunday 7:30p
$
22 Adult
$
11 Youth
FREE FOR ARMED FORCES!
Stories as diverse as the tapestry of cultures that make up America, told with music, dialogue and beautiful imagery. Take adventures with 17th century French Voyageurs and 18th century Wisconsin farmers, get a humorous look at Western expansion and manifest destiny, hear the sobering story of Little Crow, the Chief of the Mdewakanton Dakota people, and more. Free admission for past and present members of our Armed Forces!
Sponsored by PATRICIA GANSLUCKNER, IN HONOR OF LARRY GANSLUCKNER 🎪🎪
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🎪🎪 BCO + You can use your BCO + Pass or Family Blanket Pass. 🎶🎶Dance alert! High-energy show, audiences likely to stand up / dance.
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