Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts
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Crowder Live! Concert
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesCrowder Live! will be in concert at the Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts. ASL performance interpreters will be provided for the concert! Thu Nov 12 2026 7:00 PM
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Holiday Arts & Crafts Festival
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesJoin us for the annual Holiday Arts & Craft Festival at the Brainerd High School! Shop a wonderful selection of handmade vendors featuring unique items, home décor, gifts, and so much more! *New this year: Enter at the Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts at Brainerd High School, 602 S 5th St., Brainerd
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Medicine Ball Film Screening
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesMedicine Ball follows Native college athletes, Lexus Redthunder and Leroy Staples Fairbanks IV, as they navigate college life and basketball at the University of Minnesota Morris located on the site of a former Native boarding school. Their journey reveals how basketball became a powerful symbol of resilience, hope, and cultural pride in Native communities
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Indigenous People’s Celebration
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesHistory, stories, and community, connecting past and present in celebration of Indigenous peoples. Featuring- Brainerd Indigenous Ed Student Large Drum Circle
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“Where We Were” – 50th Anniversary Fall Concert Series – Heartland Symphony Orchestra
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesCelebrating its 50th Anniversary Season, Heartland Symphony Orchestra kicks off their Fall Concert Series "Where We Were" paying tribute to its history with the return of two former HSO Music Directors! Josh Aerie, HSO Music Director from 2009-2013 and Alexander Corbett, HSO Music Director from 2016-2019 will be back onstage to conduct selections. There will…
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BROADWAY, with Andrea Ross and Schyler Vargas
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesJoin soprano Andrea Ross and baritone Schyler Vargas for an evening of love songs spanning classic to contemporary music theater and Broadway. From timeless standards to today’s showstoppers, these two dynamic vocalists bring warmth, wit, and vocal power to the stage in a program celebrating romance in all its forms — joyful, bittersweet, and everything…
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Lakes Area Music Festival: Brahms & The Schumanns
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesMusic forged in friendship and passion. The relationships between Robert and Clara Schumann and Johannes Brahms were intimate and complicated—and they shaped the trajectory of classical music forever. In an exploration of friendship and inspiration, Brahms’ fiery Hungarian Dances are followed by Clara Schumann’s tender Piano Concerto with Robert Schumann’s soaring Symphony No. 2 capping…
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Lakes Area Music Festival: Dances of Passion
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesRhythms ignite in color. Celebrate the season with a symphonic feast of rhythm, color, and energy. The dynamic pulse of Carlos Simon’s Four Black American Dances leads to vivid, sun-drenched landscapes and shimmering Spanish textures in Claude Debussy’s Ibéria. Our season finale then culminates in Igor Stravinsky’s Petrushka, a kaleidoscopic ballet score that animates a…
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Lakes Area Music Festival: Haydn’s Passion Symphony
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesLyricism meets virtuosity. Dramatic energy and radiant lyricism shape this vibrant program. Haydn’s La Passione sets the stage with brooding intensity before giving way to the expressive virtuosity of festival favorite Daniel Hawkins in Strauss’s luxurious Horn Concerto No. 2. The program comes to a brilliant close with Poulenc’s dazzling Sinfonietta. Each work sparkles with…
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Lakes Area Music Festival: Carmen
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesPassion that burns too hot. The season’s ultimate thrill, Bizet’s Carmen erupts with raw emotion and intoxicating drama. International sensation Julia Bullock makes her electrifying role debut as the free-spirited heroine whose charisma captivates everyone around her—especially a young soldier whose infatuation turns perilous. Fueled by unforgettable melodies and rhythms that simmer and surge, this…
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Lakes Area Music Festival: Lovers in the Night
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesPassion beneath the stars. Experience the scintillating rhythms of Manuel de Falla’s 7 Popular Spanish Songs and the sensual moonlit serenity of Andalusian Scene by Joaquín Turina. Then, LAMF’s beloved Thalea String Quartet joins forces with special guests for Arnold Schoenberg’s spellbinding Transfigured Night, a work that traces a furtive moonlight walk between two young…
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Lakes Area Music Festival: Season Opening Gala: Pas de Deux
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesIn ballet, a pas de deux—literally “a dance for two”—is an intimate duet, a shared expression of trust, tension, and passion. At our season-opening gala, that idea expands: orchestra and audience, tradition and celebration, all moving together as one. Our Symphony Orchestra is joined by dancers from American Ballet Theatre to set the floor in…
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A Taste of Ireland
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesLaugh, cry and jig into the night with a production that is Celtic, for this generation. Direct from Off-Broadway and starring former World Irish dance champions, including performers from Lord of the Dance and Riverdance, ‘A Taste of Ireland’ transports the audience through the story of Ireland’s tumultuous history delivered with a pint of Irish…
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Fabulous Armadillos “𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩’𝙨 𝙂𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙊𝙣: 𝙎𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙁𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙑. 𝙒𝙖𝙧 𝙀𝙧𝙖”
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United States“What’s Going On: Songs From The Vietnam War Era” is a moving concert experience that incorporates live music, live narration and video to provide the audience a multi-media deep dive into the 60’s and early 70’s and of course, the Vietnam War. Through song and imagery this concert examines the tumultuous time period, but concludes…
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Christmas with Lorie Line
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesThe tradition continues! Lorie Line returns to the stage as a solo pianist and celebrates the Christmas season with faith-filled stories and the best-of-the-best holiday music. This year's tour marks her 36th year of touring. As always, expect beautiful costumes, elegant piano arrangements, funny stories, and personal tender words that reflect the true meaning of…
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Christmas In The Round
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesThrive Productions Group and World Help present Christmas In The Round coming to the Gichi-Ziibi Center for the Arts in Brainerd on Sunday, December 14th at 7:00pm. The event will feature national touring artists Mark Schultz, Aaron Shust, Todd Tilghman (Season 18 Winner of the Voice) and Presence Music. Mark Schultz has sold two million…
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Pamela McNeill – Rock & Roll Xmas Spectacular
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesGet ready for the Rock & Roll Xmas Spectacular, where your favorite holiday classics collide with iconic rock anthems in a high-energy show with enough confetti to make Rudolph blush! Join an all-star lineup featuring Paul "Stretch" Diethelm and Ted Manderfeld, alongside powerhouse vocalists Pamela McNeill, Stacy Bauer, and Tim Haussner. They'll be backed by…
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World Ballet Company: Nutcracker
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesHolidays begin with the Nutcracker! Most favorite Christmas classic is coming to the Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts! World Ballet Company presents Nutcracker LIVE on stage, featuring a cast of 40 professional ballet dancers. Join us for the thrilling Christmas night adventure to the Land of Sweets. Enjoy a family-friendly experience accompanied by Tchaikovsky’s timeless…
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World Ballet Company: Nutcracker
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesHolidays begin with the Nutcracker! Most favorite Christmas classic is coming to the Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts! World Ballet Company presents Nutcracker LIVE on stage, featuring a cast of 40 professional ballet dancers. Join us for the thrilling Christmas night adventure to the Land of Sweets. Enjoy a family-friendly experience accompanied by Tchaikovsky’s timeless…
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Home for the Holidays – HSO Winter Concert Series
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesHeartland Symphony Orchestra's winter series, Home for the Holidays, presents the world premiere of Katherine Bergman’s Superior. Katherine is a Minnesota-based composer whose music has been performed by major ensembles throughout the United States and internationally. Continuing the practice of highlighting our own musicians, this concert will feature HSO’s trumpet section as soloists: Chris Fogderud,…
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Legacy Chorale – Songs for the Ages
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesThe Legacy Chorale and Legacy Youth Chorale will join forces to present a program which will reflect on conditions of the human experience, told through the perspective of different stages of life. The concert features more than 120 performers of all ages, presenting a variety of music from Bach and Brahms to featured works by…
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Tonic Sol-Fa
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesTonic Sol-fa’s final holiday tour, closing the book on a legendary run with one last, unforgettable performance. Emmy award-winning vocal ensemble headquartered in Minneapolis, you won't want to miss this show! View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
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Ghost Light Cabaret with Andrea Ross
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesWhere torch songs flicker and phantoms sing. Step into the shadows of the stage for an unforgettable evening of Broadway’s most hauntingly beautiful music. Broadway's Andrea Ross joins pianist and festival artistic director Scott Lykins for a spellbinding journey through classic and contemporary show tunes, just in time for Halloween. From the chilling romance of…
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World Ballet Company – The Great Gatsby Ballet
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesSomething Great is coming to Brainerd this Fall! Join us for the World Premiere of The Great Gatsby Ballet! View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
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World Ballet Company – The Great Gatsby Ballet
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesSomething Great is coming to Brainerd this Fall! Join us for the World Premiere of The Great Gatsby Ballet! View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
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Indigenous People’s Celebration
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesThe community is invited to gather for an evening of reflection, learning, and celebration at the Indigenous People’s Celebration on Monday, October 13, 2025, at the Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts in Brainerd. Guests will enjoy music, storytelling, and cultural sharing that honor the rich heritage and ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples in our region…
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The Music of Elton John & Billy Joel – Starring Michael Cavanaugh
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesMichael Cavanaugh is the new voice of the American Rock & Roll Songbook and acharismatic performer and musician made famous for his piano/lead vocals in theBroadway musical Movin’ Out. Handpicked by Billy Joel to star in Movin’ Out,Cavanaugh evokes a style rivaling the Piano Man. He appeared in the show for 3years with over 1,200…
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Join or Die Community Screening
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesJoin or Die is a film about why you should join a club—and why the fate of America depends on it. Follow the story of America's civic unraveling through the journey of Robert Putnam, whose legendary "Bowling Alone" research into American community decline may hold the answers to our democracy's present crisis. Director Rebecca Davis…
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Cultivating Communities Summit
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesThis two-day summit combines social cohesion with inclusive economies and workforce, equity in education, and environmental justice through presentations, interactive opportunities, and moments of artistic expression. Join other individuals and organizations as we connect in ways that weave community and offer authentic conversations, as well as a place to find a slice of joy, celebration…
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LAMF Wagner’s Ring
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesThree powerful scores, two mythic rings, and one concert to rule them all. Join us for an unforgettable evening of epic music, featuring Howard Shore’s Oscar-winning score from The Lord of the Rings alongside Wagner’s orchestral Ring Without Words. A striking new work by Camille Pépin opens our season finale, which features the largest orchestra…
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LAMF Wagner’s Ring
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesThree powerful scores, two mythic rings, and one concert to rule them all. Join us for an unforgettable evening of epic music, featuring Howard Shore’s Oscar-winning score from The Lord of the Rings alongside Wagner’s orchestral Ring Without Words. A striking new work by Camille Pépin opens our season finale, which features the largest orchestra…
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LAMF Haydn & Shostakovich
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesA galloping evening of music to keep you on your toes. Did a chandelier really fall from the ceiling during the premiere of Haydn’s symphony? What ancient secrets lie behind the iconic bronze Horses of Venice’s St. Mark’s Cathedral? Join us for a lively evening where comedy, boldness, and historical intrigue converge. Haydn and Shostakovich…
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LAMF Hänsel & Gretel
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesGet lost in the pines and lady slippers as we follow Hänsel and Gretel on their magical journey, with a luscious score by Engelbert Humperdinck and a world premiere production. Described as “a standout” by Opera News, Ariana Wehr makes her festival debut as Gretel alongside the Joy in Singing Foundation’s “Debut Artist of the…
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LAMF Hänsel & Gretel
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesGet lost in the pines and lady slippers as we follow Hänsel and Gretel on their magical journey, with a luscious score by Engelbert Humperdinck and a world premiere production. Described as “a standout” by Opera News, Ariana Wehr makes her festival debut as Gretel alongside the Joy in Singing Foundation’s “Debut Artist of the…
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LAMF Magical Keys
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesPresto chango! Prepare to be amazed as music and magic come together with award-winning pianist and master illusionist Igor Lipinski. The entire family will marvel by dazzling sleight-of-hand, suspenseful storytelling, and breathtaking piano virtuosity. From the brilliance of Sergei Rachmaninov’s radiant rhapsody to the sparkle of George Gershwin’s gleaming concerto, the magic of music shines…
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LAMF A Night at the Opera
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesWitness the fusion of music and drama. Perfect for opera fans of all ages, this concert showcases the stars of tomorrow and the LAMF Symphony Orchestra in excerpts from opera’s most famous and fascinating stories. The LAMF Resident Artist Program provides singers early in their careers with mentorship and performance opportunities. These artists work one-on-one…
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LAMF The Nightingale
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesTake flight in a musical fairy tale. This enchanting chamber music concert celebrates the elegance and charm of our feathered friends. Loki Karuna brings Hans Christian Andersen’s The Nightingale to life with a newly composed musical narration. Camille Saint-Saëns and Olivier Messiaen capture the magic of birdsong, while Ernest Chausson’s groundbreaking Concerto for Violin, Piano,…
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LAMF Symphonie Fantastique
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesAn impassioned artist, legendary women, and a wizard in training. Rich with magical characters and riveting storytelling, our season opens with two of the most spellbinding orchestral works of all time. Enchanted broomsticks spiral into chaos in The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, bringing whimsical mischief to life. Hector Berlioz’ Symphonie fantastique sweeps us into a vivid opium-fueled…
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LAMF Gala: Spellbound
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesBroadway sensations Meghan Picerno and Andrea Ross will leave you Spellbound, performing with Christian Reif and the Lakes Area Music Festival symphony in the gala kick off to the season. Our largest fundraiser of the year, Spellbound includes pre-concert dinner packages, a live auction, and opportunities to support the world class professional musicians who bring…
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Koo Koo Concert
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesBrainerd Early Childhood is bringing Koo Koo live in concert to the Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts on May 29th! Get your tickets now and join us for a dance party for the senses! View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
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Michael W. Smith Concert
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesWonderful concert with Grammy and Dove award winning superstar Michael W. Smith on May 18th, 2025. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
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Concert for a Cause
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesOur Concert for a Cause features The Pamela McNeill Band performing her show "Janis, Stevie, Dolly and Me!" Pamela McNeill performs songs from three of her most beloved musical influences; Janis Joplin, Stevie Nicks and Dolly Parton. Her high energy 7-piece band will also weave in some of the Winona, Minnesota native’s original songs. With…
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Kathy Mattea – Live Music at Gichi-ziibi
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesCentral Lakes College Performing Arts Center presents KATHY MATTEA Hailed by The Washington Post as “one of Nashville’s finest song interpreters,” Kathy Mattea has enjoyed much success and acclaim during her35-year career in Country, Bluegrass and Folk music, including 2 Grammy wins, 4 CMA Awards, 4#1 country singles, and five gold albums (plus a platinum…
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All Choirs Concert at Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesSunday, April 27 at 3 pm | Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts, BrainerdThe All Choirs Concert combines the spring programs of the Legacy Chorale and Legacy Youth Chorale into one performance. This concert will begin with the first half of the Legacy Chorale’s Minnesota Sings program, continue with sets by LYC’s Choristers and Concert Choir,…
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The Fabulous Armadillos & Collective Unconscious – Live Music at Gichi-ziibi
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesTakin’ It To The Limit: An Eagles Tribute Two bands, Collective Unconscious and The Fabulous Armadillos, combine talents to present their most remarkable tribute concert to The Eagles – the quintessential band of the ’70s and ’80s. Audiences have embraced every minute of this incredible concert event and are known to sing and even dance…
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Homegrown – Heartland Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert Series
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesHSO’s spring concert series #Homegrown will feature the winners of the 2025 Echo Kowalzek Youth Concerto Competition: Hailee Colgrove & Zayn Nimis-Ibrahim. Saturday’s evening performance will be in Little Falls on March 22, 2025 at Charles D. Martin Auditorium at Little Falls High School at 7:30pm. Sunday’s afternoon performance will be in Brainerd on March…
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Homegrown – Heartland Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert Series
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesHSO’s spring concert series #Homegrown will feature the winners of the 2025 Echo Kowalzek Youth Concerto Competition: Hailee Colgrove & Zayn Nimis-Ibrahim. Saturday’s evening performance will be in Little Falls on March 22, 2025 at Charles D. Martin Auditorium at Little Falls High School at 7:30pm. Sunday’s afternoon performance will be in Brainerd on March…
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Shroud of Turin Exhibit and Presentation
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesCome experience a world-class exhibit and presentation on the Shroud of Turin, revered for centuries as the actual burial cloth of Jesus. Join us March 19th for an incredible evening of faith and discovery at the Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts as we explore the science, history, and controversy surrounding the Shroud of Turin. Doors…
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Knights of Columbus Men’s Conference
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesMen’s Conference Healing Hope and Joy. Bishop Felton of the Duluth Diocese and Fr Phillip Scott from The Jesus Family in Tampa Florida. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
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Songs Without Words
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesPianist Audrey Vardanaga joins strings from the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra and Minnesota Orchestra bringing music from the Romantic period, including Amy Beach's stunning Piano Quintet. Curator of this program, Vardanaga explains: “When choosing the pieces for this program, I was thinking about Amy Beach’s deeply romantic voice and how it relates so naturally with…
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Dragons and Mythical Beasts
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesDRAGONS AND MYTHICAL BEASTS CALLING ALL BRAVE HEROES! Enter into a magical world of myths and legends in this fantastical new interactive show for all the family. Unveil a myriad of dark secrets and come face to face with some of the most magnificent monsters and terrifying beasts ever to walk the earth. Discover the…
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Brainerd – Christmas with Lori Line 2024
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesSpend an intimate evening with Lorie around the piano as she shares heartwarming stories and celebrates the true meaning of Christmas. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
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Rock N Roll XMAS Spectacular 2024
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesOur Most Requested Holiday Show! A Las Vegas-Caliber, multimedia, Rock & Roll extravaganza that mixes hilarious stories with your favorite holiday songs in a way like you’ve never heard before. Join an all-star cast of musicians as they rock their way through timeless holiday classics and bring new takes on hit songs you didn't…
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World Ballet Company: The Nutcracker
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesHolidays begin with the Nutcracker! The most favorite Christmas classic of all is coming to the Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts, and you are invited to the show! World Ballet Company presents Nutcracker LIVE on stage, and features multinational cast of 40 professional ballet dancers gathered to bring the most beloved holiday tradition to life.…
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World Ballet Company: The Nutcracker
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesHolidays begin with the Nutcracker! The most favorite Christmas classic of all is coming to the Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts, and you are invited to the show! World Ballet Company presents Nutcracker LIVE on stage, and features multinational cast of 40 professional ballet dancers gathered to bring the most beloved holiday tradition to life.…
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Heartland Symphony Orchestra Winter Concert Series – Most Wonderful Time
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesHSO’s winter concert series #MostWonderfulTime will feature the Northern US premiere of Sonya Leonore Stahl’s Symphonukkah as well as The Legacy Youth Chorale under the direction of Kennedy Niska. Music from Frozen, Holiday Songs from Home Alone, & other Christmas themed arrangements will be performed. Musical selections will include Sleigh Ride, Jingle Bells Forever, Parade…
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Heartland Symphony Orchestra Winter Concert Series – Most Wonderful Time
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesHSO’s winter concert series #MostWonderfulTime will feature the Northern US premiere of Sonya Leonore Stahl’s Symphonukkah as well as The Legacy Youth Chorale under the direction of Kennedy Niska. Music from Frozen, Holiday Songs from Home Alone, & other Christmas themed arrangements will be performed. Musical selections will include Sleigh Ride, Jingle Bells Forever, Parade…
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Music General Holiday Show – Elf
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesPlease join us for our 2024 Holiday Recital! TICKETS GO ON SALE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18TH AT 9:00am. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
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Rise with Rob & Friends
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesJoin us for an inspiring night of hope with Rob and friends! Enjoy heartfelt music and stories from singer-songwriters Patrick Mayberry, Micah Tyler, and Emerson Day as they share their songs and the stories behind them. Don’t miss this uplifting evening! Artists: Patrick Mayberry, Micah Tyler, & Emerson Day View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities |…
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LAMF – MegaMusicals ft. Andrea Ross
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesProgram of songs from Broadway Blockbusters, to be announced from the stage Join us for an unforgettable evening at our upcoming concert – MegaMusicals – featuring the Broadway soprano Andrea Ross. She will take you on a captivating journey through the heart-wrenching melodies and exhilarating anthems that have defined generations of musical theatre. From iconic…
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Matt Maher – Music, Healing, Hope and Joy Concert
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesBrainerd Catholic Speaker Series is excited to announce a special live performance by the renowned Christian artist Matt Maher, on November 16, 2024, at the Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts, located at Brainerd High School. The event will begin at 7:00 PM, offering a powerful evening filled with music, healing, hope, and joy. Matt Maher,…
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I Am…He Said – A Neil Diamond Tribute
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesCelebrate the music of Neil Diamond! I am... He Said "We are saying what HE said,” laughs Matt Vee referring to the one and only Neil Diamond. Matt along with cousins Jeff and Tommy Vee, local music scene veterans and sons of the legendary Bobby Vee, join forces with their family and friends as The…
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Legacy Chorale Presents: All Choirs Concert
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesThe Legacy Chorale of Greater Minnesota proudly presents the ‘All Choirs Concert’ – featuring all of the choirs in our adult & youth programs! This concert begins with the Legacy Youth Chorale’s fall program, Be the Light, which explores poignant text, using imagery of light throughout to communicate feelings of warmth, comfort, and joy. Listeners…
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Fire in the Village Presents Zaka’an Celebration
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United States“Our Fire in the Village tour brings music, storytelling, visual art and an all-inclusive spirit, to gather and create together, so that we recognize the power that is within each of us”. (Annie Humphrey). This concert will feature the songwriting of Annie Humphrey and David Huckfelt, as well as artistic expressions from fashion to multimedia…
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Tenth Avenue North – Live Music at Gichi-ziibi
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesTenth Avenue North Doors: October 18, 2024 7:00 PM Premium: $65.00 Early Entry: $35.00 General Admission: $25.00 All seating is General Admission – First come, First served. Premium: $65 (limited qty)The Premium ticket experience includes first entry into the venue for priority seating, a pre-show QA and photo op, and a Premium Guest tour laminate!…
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Martial Arts Performance & Battle of the Bands!
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United States"Team Ascension Martial Arts invites you to sample Brainerd's finest musical groups in a roaring Battle of the Bands to be held August 31st from 10 - 4 PM followed by a martial arts theatre performance experience at 5 and 7 PM. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased online at www.blackbeltsdontquit.org. Foyer to include…
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LAMF A Hero’s Life
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesThe unrivaled brilliance of Gustav Holst’s Jupiter from The Planets sets the stage for the 2024 Lakes Area Music Festival’s closing ceremony. As the U.S. premiere of Lil Lacy’s Aurora honors new beginnings and the opportunities of a new day, Richard Strauss’ Ein Heldenleben (A Hero’s Life) tells the ultimate story of adventure and accomplishment.…
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LAMF A Hero’s Life
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesThe unrivaled brilliance of Gustav Holst’s Jupiter from The Planets sets the stage for the 2024 Lakes Area Music Festival’s closing ceremony. As the U.S. premiere of Lil Lacy’s Aurora honors new beginnings and the opportunities of a new day, Richard Strauss’ Ein Heldenleben (A Hero’s Life) tells the ultimate story of adventure and accomplishment.…
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LAMF A Hero’s Life
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesThe unrivaled brilliance of Gustav Holst’s Jupiter from The Planets sets the stage for the 2024 Lakes Area Music Festival’s closing ceremony. As the U.S. premiere of Lil Lacy’s Aurora honors new beginnings and the opportunities of a new day, Richard Strauss’ Ein Heldenleben (A Hero’s Life) tells the ultimate story of adventure and accomplishment.…
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LAMF Jackiw Plays Dvorak
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesIn a deeply moving new work, American composer Leanna Primiani centers the heroic stories of the survivors of human trafficking, painting a sonic landscape that emerges from tragic darkness into hope and light, and awakening our understanding of this tragic issue. Stefan Jackiw, a virtuosic musician with “talent that’s off the scale” (The Washington Post)…
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LAMF The Rake’s Progress
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesOpera director Omer Ben Seadia and music director Christian Reif lead an all-star cast in an exquisite production of Igor Stravinsky’s delightfully clever opera, The Rake’s Progress. The story concerns the decline and fall of Tom Rakewell, who deserts his rural country town and girlfriend Anne Trulove for the delights of London. Being seduced by…
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LAMF The Rake’s Progress
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesOpera director Omer Ben Seadia and music director Christian Reif lead an all-star cast in an exquisite production of Igor Stravinsky’s delightfully clever opera, The Rake’s Progress. The story concerns the decline and fall of Tom Rakewell, who deserts his rural country town and girlfriend Anne Trulove for the delights of London. Being seduced by…
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LAMF Thrills & Superheroes
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesWith the powers of winds, strings, brass, and percussion combined, the ultimate superhero of the stage is formed! In this family-friendly concert narrated by Jeff Andrews and featuring music and story by Russell Peck, kids of all ages will embark on a spectacular journey through the dynamic forces, instruments, and individuals that make up a…
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LAMF A Night at the Opera
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesWhether you are a lifelong opera fan or just stepping into this world for the very first time, this is your chance to experience opera’s greatest moments all in one concert, featuring our cast of Resident Artists and the LAMF Symphony Orchestra. The Lakes Area Music Festival’s Resident Artist Program provides singers early in their…
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LAMF Storms, Shipwrecks & Sorcery
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesStorms, Shipwrecks, and Sorcery is a fantastical journey through some of the most dramatic music of the 17th and 18th centuries. This program evokes both literal storms and clouds of rage. Guest soprano Nola Richardson stunningly portrays two sorceresses scorned, both the anguished Armida from Handel’s Armida Abbandonata and the vengeful Médée, namesake of Clérambault’s…
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LAMF Explore Music
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesKids in the Lakes Area won’t want to miss this weeklong day camp packed with activities and creativity! Participants will move, dance, sing, and play instruments every day and exercise their creative muscles through guided improvisation. Our team of Teaching Artists bring their expertise in drumming, improvisation, theater, vocal studies, visual arts, and conducting to…
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LAMF Beethoven’s Ninth
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesThe season begins with the Lakes Area Music Festival’s most epic and joyful journey yet, in a single performance of Beethoven’s monumental Ninth Symphony. Christian Reif conducts the Orchestra in collaboration with a chorus of singers from the Legacy Chorale of Greater Minnesota, Brainerd High School, and the acclaimed Minneapolis-based choral ensemble, VocalEssence singing the…
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LAMF Gala: Summon the Heroes
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesOn July 26 the world's best athletes will gather in Paris for the opening ceremonies of the Olympics. That same night the Lakes Area Music Festival celebrates the opening ceremonies of our 16th annual season, featuring 250 of the world's best classical musicians. This is the moment that will empower the next step of LAMF’s…
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Business After Hours – Lakes Area Music Festival
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesGather your crew and join us for our most highly attended networking event, Business After Hours, hosted by Lakes Area Music Festival (LAMF) on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, from 4:30 - 6:00PM at the beautiful Gichi-Ziibi Center for the Arts. Guests will enjoy mixing with other Chamber members and musicians from the LAMF orchestra, a…
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Acoust-i-Dillos 2 at the Gichi-ziibi center for the Arts
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesDon’t let the name fool you. We aren’t going unplugged, but we are playing songs whose foundation was built from acoustic guitars and acoustic instruments. Songs from groups like America (“Horse With No Name,” “Ventura Highway,” “Sister Golden Hair”), Gordon Lightfoot (“If You Could Read My Mind,” “Sundown Carefree Highway”), James Taylor, Jim Croce, Crosby…
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BHS Musical: You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesJoin us April 26-28 at the Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts at BHS to see Charles M. Schulz’ enduring characters from “Peanuts” come to life on stage! Performances are: Friday, April 26 at 7:00 p.m. Saturday, April 27 at 2:00 p.m. AND 7:00 p.m. Sunday, April 28 at 2:00 p.m. Cost for students and seniors…
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LAMF Loki Karuna Curation
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesArtistic Advisor Loki Karuna (formerly Garrett McQueen) brings his unique and thoughtful perspective with another chamber music curation. Music and performers to be announced in early 2024. This concert marks the final cycle of the Lakes Area Music Festival's Winter Series of chamber music in Minneapolis (Woman's Club of Minneapolis) and Brainerd (Gichi-ziibi Center for…
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Lakes Area Music Festival’s Winter Series – Loki Karuna Curation
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesArtistic Advisor Loki Karuna (formerly Garrett McQueen) brings his unique and thoughtful perspective with another chamber music curation. Music and performers to be announced in early 2024. This concert marks the final cycle of the Lakes Area Music Festival’s Winter Series of chamber music in Minneapolis (Woman’s Club of Minneapolis) and Brainerd (Gichi-ziibi Center for…
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The Legacy Chorale & Legacy Youth Chorale Concert Event
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesSee the Legacy Chorale & Legacy Youth Chorale at Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts in Brainerd on Saturday, April 13 at 7:00 p.m. The Treble Singers and Mixed Voice Singers, elementary and middle school choirs, will begin the concert with a moving program called ‘Build Me a World’ which explores core themes such as community,…
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Artrageous at the Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesIgnite all of your senses as giant portraits and famous works of art are created live on stage. You’ll be surrounded by enchanting original music on unusual instruments as well as the incredible talent of powerhouse vocalists. Custom Artpunk wear is a genre unique to this troupe and will give you a sense of each…
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The US Air Force Concert Band & Singing Sergeants Tour
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesThe U.S. Air Force Concert Band and Singing Sergeants are two of the six performing ensembles within The United States Air Force Band, the premier musical organization of the U.S. Air Force. Stationed at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington, D.C., The U.S. Air Force Band and Singing Sergeants honor those who have served, inspire American…
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Heartland Symphony Orchestra Fall Concert – Shall We Write?
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesComposers have been writing music for centuries. Join HSO for a program of world premieres and masterworks from the orchestral repertoire. -The winner of the 2024 Composers’ Competition -Miriam Webber, principal bassoon, will give the world premiere of the orchestral version of Lindsey Wiehl’s Letter in an Envelope. Admission is FREE with free-will donations graciously…
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Forever Young – A CLCPAC Production
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesForever Young follows one unforgettable group of friends as they discover the greatest hits of all time! Set in a music-filled suburban basement, this unbelievable heartfelt true story is guaranteed to take you back to the first time you pushed play, tuned in, and set the needle down. Featuring songs by; Billy Joel, The Beatles,…
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Steven Curtis Chapman – Still Tour
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesSteven Curtis Chapman is an American contemporary Christian music singer, songwriter, record producer, actor, author, and social activist. VIP packages includes a meet and greet and photo with Steven Curtis Chapman! Doors for VIP will open at 5pm and the photos will begin around 5:15pm. You must arrive on time to take advantage of meet…
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Dinosaur World Live at the Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesLooking for a fun day out with the kids? Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this roarsome interactive show for all the family! Discover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive creatures, including every child’s favourite flesh-eating giant, the Tyrannosaurus Rex, a…
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Ice Fishing Extravaganza Kick-Off Party with Charlie Berens
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesThe Brainerd Jaycees Ice Fishing Extravaganza is back! We are excited to announce that Charlie Berens, comedian, New York Times Best Selling Author, Emmy-winning journalist, musician and creator of the Manitowoc Minute, is coming to Brainerd for our Kick Off Party! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Rock N Roll Christmas Spectacular
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesROCK N ROLL CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR! A Las Vegas-Caliber, multimedia, Rock & Roll extravaganza that mixes hilarious stories with your favorite holiday songs in a way like you've never heard before! Friday, December 15 @ 7:30pm (NEW TIME) Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 S 5th Street Brainerd MN 56401 TICKETS: $35 ACCESSIBLE SEATING: Please call…
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Heartland Symphony Orchestra Fall Concert – Shall We Sing?
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesHolidays are the perfect time to sing. Whether it’s carols or music that is operatic in nature, you will leave this performance with beautiful tunes in your head. -David Thompson, principal oboe, will give the Minnesota premiere of Allan Stephenson’s Concerto for English Horn & Strings. -Minor Alterations, a fun medley of Christmas carols in…
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Christmas in November at the Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesThis Sunday afternoon performance in Brainerd will feature both adult and youth concert programs, wrapped up in one fabulous package! This performance will include volunteer ASL interpreting, provided by students from the Central Lakes College ASL program. Over 40 youth singers from 7 area school districts will present a program of patriotic music, holiday tunes,…
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Rock N Roll Christmas Spectacular
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesA Las Vegas-Caliber, multimedia, Rock & Roll extravaganza that mixes hilarious stories with your favorite holiday songs in a way like you’ve never heard before! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Rock N Roll Christmas Spectacular
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesA Las Vegas-Caliber, multimedia, Rock & Roll extravaganza that mixes hilarious stories with your favorite holiday songs in a way like you’ve never heard before! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Heartland Symphony Orchestra Fall Concert
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesThis diverse program is meant to be energetic and upbeat as it contains music for dance or pieces directly inspired by dance. Selections include: -The horns of the HSO are featured in a performance of Schumann’s Concertpiece. -Yao Dance, one of the most popular Chinese instrumental compositions of the 20th century. -The timeless melodies from…
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Wagner & Shostakovich – A LAMF Performance
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesDMITRI SHOSTAKOVICH: Festive Overture AUGUSTA HOLMÈS: La nuit et l’amour RICHARD WAGNER: Prelude and Liebestod from Tristan und Isolde DMITRI SHOSTAKOVICH: Symphony No. 15 Shostakovich’s 15th and final symphony closes our extraordinary 15th anniversary season. As he worked to express his symphonic voice one last time, Shostakovich also revisited the voices of many of his…
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Wagner & Shostakovich – A LAMF Performance
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesDMITRI SHOSTAKOVICH: Festive Overture AUGUSTA HOLMÈS: La nuit et l’amour RICHARD WAGNER: Prelude and Liebestod from Tristan und Isolde DMITRI SHOSTAKOVICH: Symphony No. 15 Shostakovich’s 15th and final symphony closes our extraordinary 15th anniversary season. As he worked to express his symphonic voice one last time, Shostakovich also revisited the voices of many of his…
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Watermark – A LAMF Performance
Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 South 5th Street, Brainerd, MN, United StatesSERGEI PROKOFIEV: Symphony No. 1 “Classical” CAROLINE SHAW: Watermark Piano Concerto – Tanya Gabrielian, piano WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART: Symphony No. 40 in G minor Pianist Tanya Gabrielian returns to the Lakes Area to perform Caroline Shaw’s Watermark, a spellbinding work for piano and orchestra that was created by reimagining the themes and textures of Beethoven’s…