Join instructor Maria Pape-Thompson for a relaxing morning making art. Guided drawing exercises and contemplative coloring time will combine with several different types of music to jumpstart the creative process. This pressure-free workshop isn’t really about the end product, but more how you feel as you let yourself create. Bring a lidded mug of coffee…
It’s impossible to crown any one performer as country music’s biggest star, but Hank Williams, Loretta Lynn, Patsy Cline and Johnny Cash would all be near the top of any list. Each broke barriers and changed country music and popular culture forever. Sweet Dreams & Honky Tonks is a new revue that presents the best-loved…
The MadHatters began in 1997 as the first a cappella ensemble on the University of Wisconsin campus. The musical prowess of the MadHatters has taken them to sometimes unbelievable heights. From performing at the UW Band Concert to singing at Miller Park, the Governor’s Mansion, Lambeau Field and the White House (twice!), the MadHatters have…
Tom Waselchuk is a veteran guitarist and vocalist with extensive experience in multiple genres. Tom has guided The Dang-Its since its beginnings in 1998 as a neo-honky tonk band to its current wide-ranging acoustic Americana format, and his current partnership with The Honey Pies expands on his evolving musical interests. The Winter Trio brings those…
In early 1961, the great Stan Kenton Orchestra recorded an original arrangement of "West Side Story." It was arranged by Kenton’s longtime collaborator and arranger, Johnny Richards. The album won the coveted Grammy for best performance in 1962 and today is among the most important and revered Big Band recordings in history. This is a…
aSPire 2022 is a revue-style show that features Sauk Prairie alumni who have had successful careers in the arts since graduation. The repertoire ranges from musical theater and pop standards, to classical and incredible instrumental features and emotional dance performances. This will be the third version of aSPire. The first two took place in 2012…
River Arts Inc. invites you to enjoy an exclusive wine tasting with our artists! This event features seven red wines from around the world paired with local cheeses and chocolates. Our very own artists act as your sommeliers for the evening while they give a brief artist talk about their work. $30 (limited to 42…
Learn to make an accordion folded standing booklet with your nature illustrations on both sides. We’ll start with a 4-by-6-inch, 4-panel pre-folded accordion-style booklet made from watercolor paper. Cynthia will do several demonstrations to show how to draw, use ink pens, paint in watercolor or use watercolor pens, make collage and add calligraphy. Each person…
Learn to make an accordion folded standing booklet with your nature illustrations on both sides. We’ll start with a 4-by-6-inch, 4-panel pre-folded accordion-style booklet made from watercolor paper. Cynthia will do several demonstrations to show how to draw, use ink pens, paint in watercolor or use watercolor pens, make collage and add calligraphy. Each person…
In 1969, 400,000 people gathered on a dairy farm northwest of New York City for the three-day festival known as Woodstock. That was more than 50 years ago, and now, in this new Big Top show, the Blue Canvas Orchestra pays tribute to the festival, to the artists, and to the spirit of the '60s…