February 2022
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Rhonda Vincent is a firecracker of talent that powers one of the hottest bands in any genre of music today. A multi-award winner, with a 2017 Grammy for Best Bluegrass Album, an Entertainer of the Year 2001, Song of the Year 2004, and unprecedented 7 consecutive Female Vocalist of the Year awards from the International Bluegrass Music Association 2000 – 2006.
Her powerful vocal style transcends the boundaries of bluegrass music, as evidenced in her collaboration with Dolly Parton on the Elton John / Bernie Taupin Tribute Project “Restoration” 2018. Her lifelong dream came true when she was invited to be a member of the Grand Ole Opry on February 28, 2020.
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“I was just months late on rent!” From a missed rent payment to an abusive husband, “Casita” tells the stories of four women’s journeys in and out of homelessness. Based on true stories, this poignant work shares the high and low points in these women’s lives with the audience with empathy and humor. “Casita” weaves together a tale told through flamenco dance and music infused with gospel singing and jazz orchestration.
The mission of Zorongo Flamenco Dance is to enrich lives by drawing people of diverse backgrounds close to the power, passion and virtuosity of the flamenco dance and music tradition, and by expanding on that tradition, to create an innovative art form that explores the issues of contemporary life.
March 2022
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The Reif is presenting a “First Responder Appreciation Event” at Klockow Brewing on Thursday, March 10, 5-8pm.
A night to celebrate our local community heroes.
Law enforcement officers, paramedics, EMT’s, firefighters and support staff.
It’s a free event!
Live Music
Mike Miller
From 6pm - 8pm
Drawings for Prizes
• Tickets to Reif Events
• Gift Cards
• Klockow Brewing Gift Basket
• and more!
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Mike Miller is a musician from Grand Rapids, Minnesota. He is a multi-instrumentalist, specializing in voice and guitar. Mike enjoys performing many styles of music including folk, country, blues, and pop. Mike performs tunes you love that will make you dance right out of your chair. He will have you whistling along and singing in your car long after the night is through. Mike has been playing music for most of his life. He has played with many groups including Something Completely Different, Arcana, Friends of Yoder, Dukes of Hubbard, and The Clearwater Hot Club. Currently, Mike performs solo or with his band, Jackson and the Burn. You can find Mike playing solo shows in the Grand Rapids area at breweries, bar rooms, and private events; duo shows in the Brainerd lakes area and Alexandria; and at weddings, grad parties, and even deer camps.
Inspired by the famous Canadian troupe “Cirque du Soleil”, the show is rich in various stage effects using the latest laser technologies, snow cannons, soap bubble tornadoes, theatrical fog, gigantic smoke rings, smoke-filled soap bubble machines, optical illusions and many other surprises. All the performance is enriched by a live video shooting connected to a large LED screen (35 sq. meters – 380 sq. Feet) that acts as a background and allows for better visibility even in the largest of auditoriums. Adults and children alike will enjoy the show, thanks to the high interactivity and audience participation, the extremely visual content (there are no spoken words as all the show is musical) and the different level of interpretations that that will make adults and children smile.
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The Reif Dance Company was established in 1994 and is made up of our most dedicated dancers who audition to be a part of The Company each fall. Members of the The Company serve as representatives of Reif Dance program, providing motivation and incentive for all developing young artists.
Experience the premiere show of the new Reif Dance Ballet Directors Micah and Yellie Chermak. They have been hard at work setting their mixed repertoire for the Reif Dance Company Show. Join the Reif Dance Company as they dance through the ages with a romantic ballet, a neoclassical ballet, a contemporary ballet, and a contemporary-modern dance. The dancing featured celebrates new beginnings, an exploration of art for its own sake, taking life slower, and a lovely wedding.
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Welcome to FairyTales On Ice where dreams are reality and adventures are around every corner. Our story starts with a grand opening with lots of familiar characters from Rapunzel and Pinocchio to Aladdin and Tinkerbell. Not to mention the stars of this season’s spinning tales: Cinderella and Peter Pan. Firstly join Cinderella as she searches to find her true love while using willpower and kindness to overcome darkness. Once Cinderella finally finds her true love’s kiss, swashbuckling pirates storm the love celebration- but have no fear: Cinderella calls upon her fairy godmother to send help. The one and only Peter Pan arrives with his pixie friends and squares with Captain Hook. Peter then takes the audience on a journey to Neverland spinning into familiar faces like Wendy, Tink, and his Raffians.
This non-stop thrilling adventure features over the top magic illusions, spectacular special effects, an all original award winning soundtrack, and thrilling jumps, spins, and pair lifts- All on ICE!
April 2022
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Bob Dylan’s timeless music has been covered by everyone from Jimi Hendrix to the Kronos Quartet. Now it’s time to add a choir to the list. Join Vocal Essence as they reimagine Dylan in The Times They Are A-Changin’: The Words and Music of Bob Dylan, commissioned in honor of his 2016 Nobel Prize in Literature and arranged by Steve Hackman. Kick back and hear Dylan’s music like it’s the first time all over again.
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The Reif is presenting an “Educator Appreciation Event” at Rapids Brewing on Thursday, April 7, 5-8pm.
A night to celebrate our local educators: Public, private, and home school teachers, childcare workers, adult day services, semi-independent living coordinators, and all related occupations and support staff.
What you do makes a DIFFERENCE--we want to recognize your commitment!
It’s a free event!
Live Music
Koho and the Pedal Stompers - From 6pm - 8pm
Ditty Wish opening at 5pm
Drawings for Prizes
• Tickets to Reif Events
• Gift Cards
• and more!
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Koho and the Pedal Stompers bring a mix of classic rock and country covers to life with clean vocal harmonies, ear pleasing instrumentals, and a driving beat. The group of Grand Rapids, Minnesota musicians has a simple mission…Play Great Music and Have Fun…and that’s exactly what they’re doing.
Ditty Wish is a singer-songwriter based out of northern Minnesota. With influences ranging from pop to classic country, Ditty Wish presents a smooth and engaging sound with something for everyone! Connect on Facebook @dittywish
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Disney’s Moana JR. is a 60-minute musical adaptation of the 2016 Disney animated film, bringing the adventures of Moana and her village of Motunui to life onstage. Moana JR. features all the beloved songs from the film, written by Tony®, GRAMMY, Emmy, and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Lin-Manuel Miranda, Opetaia Foa’i, and Mark Mancina, including “How Far I’ll Go,” “Shiny,” and “You’re Welcome.” This thrilling and heartwarming coming-of-age story follows the strong-willed Moana as she sets sail across the Pacific to save her village and discover the truth about her heritage. Moana and the legendary demigod Maui embark on an epic journey of self-discovery and camaraderie as both learn to harness the power that lies within. With empowering messages of bravery and selflessness, Moana JR. is sure to bring out the hero within each of us.
Your chance to join the cast. Registration/Audition packets may be picked up at the Reif Box Office or downloaded here.
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The stellar Twin Cities-based trio with a global following, The New Standards join special guest vocalists and a big band to play songs and themes from their favorite classic and cult films, presented with flair and filtered through their inimitable style. For this concert, the trio puts its spin on gems by jazz greats like Bacharach and Mancini, riff on European film scores that embody the moody cool of the 60’s and 70’s, and explore the genre-spanning musical themes of movies ranging from Bond to Batman to Breakfast at Tiffany’s.