In an exhilarating, two-hour recreation of one of ABBA’s most memorable concerts, MANIA brings to life the flamboyance of the ‘70s. This includes all of the uplifting, dance-inducing and sometimes heart-breaking songs from the iconic Swedish band, with fantastic costumes, staging, lighting and effects.
MANIA recently toured the United States for the 10th time with an impressive 37-date national tour, selling over 50,000 tickets and visiting 18 states.
In her 50-plus years in music, Judy Collins has always exhibited impeccable taste in songcraft. On her landmark 1967album, Wildflowers, she curated a stunning collection featuring originals alongside songs by not-yet household names such as Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen, and adventurous selections by Jacques Brel and Francesco Landini. Her discerning palette, and her literary gifts, have enabled her to evolve into a poetic, storyteller songwriter. Now, in her 6th decade as a singer and songwriter, Judy is experiencing a profound level of growth and prolific creativity.
Joseph Hall's Elvis Rock'N'Remember Tribute
Joseph Hall has performed all over the world and was a finalist on America's Got Talent. He has won many awards throughout his career including the "Spirit of Elvis" award. He is officially endorsed by Elvis Presley Enterprises, and is recognized as one of the top Elvis Tribute artists in the world today.
Saturday, November 9 at 7:30 PM
Sponsored by Federated Insurance
Join Springboard for the Arts, Blandin Foundation, and Anderson Center as we celebrate the launch of Heartland, Heartwork: A Field Guide to Place and Possibility for Rural Leaders. This comprehensive field guide is designed to empower rural leaders in planning and executing effective place-based projects centered in arts, culture and creativity. Join us for a conversation with rural creative leaders about place-based work, and receive a free copy of the book to take home!
Uncover the Secrets Lurking in the Dark!
Ready to step into the shadows and unravel a mystery like never before? Flashlight Clueseum is back—embark on an unforgettable quest to crack the case, armed with just a flashlight.
Time: 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Prizes for the Fastest Sleuths!
In collaboration with Duluth Playhouse, New Native Theatre presents Fallenstar: The Watchoverers, an exciting new superhero play by Ramón Esquivel. Running October 11 - 13, 2024 at the NorShor Theatre, this Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA) play has been commissioned by the BIPOC Superhero Project. Led by playwright and educator José Casas, this new initiative is designed to give playwrights of color more access to regional theaters and create BIPOC characters in the TYA canon that are heroic and strong role models for all children.
Originating as The Tennessee River Boys in the 80’s, the band evolved into Diamond Rio in 1989. The following year, they signed with Arista Nashville, and in 1991, with the release of “Meet in The Middle,” became the first country music group in history to reach No. 1 with a debut single. The band is also known for their multi-week chart-topper “How Your Love Makes Me Feel,” cross-over hit “One More Day,” as well as timeless hits “Beautiful Mess,” “Unbelievable,” “I Believe,” and many more.
Ben Kyle is an Irish-American singer-songwriter, recording artist and producer. He is best known as the lead singer and songwriter for the Americana band Romantica. He has won 10 International songwriting awards, and has worked with Ringo Starr, Ryan Adams, Lucinda Williams, Alejandro Escovedo, Sara Watkins (Nickelcreek), Dan Wilson and Carrie Rodriguez.
Ben’s father Paul Kyle is a doctor turned minister who is perhaps best known for penning the classic worship song Jesus, We Enthrone You.
Smith is the illustrator of the book The 1619 Project: Born on the Water by Nikole Hannah-Jones and Renée
Watson (Penguin Random House, 2021), one of two books that is featured in the current
MMAM exhibition, Across a Wide Ocean: Remarkable Stories about the Origins of Identity, on
view now through January 5, 2025.
The artist talk is titled, “Artivism: The Power of Art to Change the World,” and will take
place in the Across a Wide Ocean gallery in front of Smith’s artwork. Through his powerful
The Anderson Center will be hosting a joint artist reception featuring two exhibitions on Saturday, November 16, from 2-4 p.m. Artist Receptions are always free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be provided.
About the Exhibitions
