January 2022
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Hamlet has never been funnier than in this new tragedy-turned-comedy adaptation! Join a misdirected community theatre troupe as they bumble their way through Shakespeare’s greatest play, despite dropped lines, wardrobe malfunctions, and poor set design in this farcical comedy of errors!
Dramatis Personae
KING CLAUDIUS, played by Steve Jaeger
QUEEN GERTRUDE, played by Katie Smith
PRINCE HAMLET, played by Drew Rachunek
POLONIUS/a PRIEST, played by John Peterson
LAERTES/ the GHOST of Hamlet’s Father, played by Adam Giebner
HORATIO, played by Daniel Moberg
OPHELIA, played by Rachel Coppock
MARCELLUS/ GRAVEDIGGER/ OSRIC, played by Jason Anderson
BERNARDO/ ROSENCRANTZ, played by Shane Troumbly
FRANCISCO/ GUILDENSTERN, played by Stephani Crecelius
The STAGECREW, played by Sammi Benson, Veda Edwards, Julee Jackson, and Emily Slaubaugh
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Set in that sassy Miami house in 1985, That Golden Girls Show! is one of Off Broadway’s biggest smash hits that parodies classic Golden Girls moments with puppets! Get set for an evening of cheesecake, laughter, jazzercise, shoulder pads, sex, and the elegant art of the quick-witted put down. From Sophia’s get-rich-quick schemes, to Rose’s tales from St. Olaf, Blanche’s insatiable hunt for men and the Fountain of Youth, to Dorothy’s daily struggle to make sense of her life, manage her roommates and, all the while, fending off a certain pesky ex-husband once and for all. Devoted fans will fondly remember our four girls from Miami, and for the first-timers, this will be a joyful introduction to the brilliance of that television series.
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From deep local roots in music, to life on the open road as a touring band, Wild Horses has officially arrived! Hailed by many as their favorite act of the Grand Rapids Riverfest, Wild Horses will leave your clamoring for more! Features special guests LaPlant Road.
Includes:
• Meet and Greet with Wild Horses
• Photo with the Band
• Signed Commemorative Poster
• Live Music Featuring Landon Pahl from the Tuscaloosa Twangers
• 1 Custom Commemorative Wild Horses x Rapids Brewing Pint Glass
• 1 Complimentary Drink
• Merchandise/Autographs Available
• Drawings for Tickets/Prizes
After party is 10pm to midnight at Rapids Brewing Company (RBC). This ticketed event is open only for ticket holders. RBC kitchen will be open for food orders.
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After ten years, five albums, innumerable sold out shows, and countless libations, Americana mavericks Horseshoes & Hand Grenades appropriately consider themselves a “family” on a wild, wonderful, and often whacky roller coaster. The bond between the quintet— Adam Greuel [guitar, vocals], David C. Lynch [harmonica, accordion, vocals], Collin Mettelka [fiddle, vocals], Russell Pedersen [banjo, vocals], and Samual Odin [bass, vocals]— fuels their creativity and chemistry on stage and in the studio.
February 2022
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Inspired by the chill of the north country she calls home in Minnesota, Humbird combines a wintry longing with the warmth of a familiar folktale. Humbird’s music moves between experimental folk and environmental Americana to embrace the unexpected.
The popular CenterStage Minnesota Concert Series is back! This collaboration between The Reif and Northern Community Radio Kaxe/Kbxe has brought incredible acts to Grand Rapids. Every show offers stunning talents from around Minnesota in the intimate Ives Studio Theater.
Enjoy!
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Shaun Boothe is an award winning hip hop artist, TEDx speaker and creator of ‘The Unauthorized Biography Series’.
The Unauthorized Biography Series is a critically acclaimed musical project that celebrates the world’s greatest cultural icons through biographical rap songs – Repackaging History through Hip Hop.
Each chapter of the series captures the legacy of an influential iconic figure in a documentary-style music video. Icons featured in the series include Bob Marley, Muhammad Ali, Jimi Hendrix, James Brown, MLK Jr./Obama, Oprah, Tupac, Bruce Lee, Terry Fox, Nelson Mandela and more.
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Itasca Symphony Orchestra Plays Bizet
Featuring violist Evgeny Zvonnikov
playing Carmen Fantasy
The Orchestra will perform three pieces written by and inspired by the French composer Georges Bizet, a Romantic era composer is best known for his masterpiece Carmen. ISO will perform L’Arlesienne Suite number 1 & 2. Originally written as incidental music for a 1872 play, each of the suites include a selection of four pieces from the tragic love story written by Alphonse Daudet. They include a variety of styles and moods including lyrical melodies, spirited dances and traditional French folk tunes.
Carmen Fantasy borrows melodies from Bizet’s famous opera Carmen. It was Initially performed and composed by the 19th century Spanish world famous violinist Pablo De Sarasate to highlight his dazzling technique. Despite the extreme technical challenges meant to spotlight a violin virtuoso, the piece communicates the drama and moods of the original opera composition including love, rage, passion and excitement. We are excited to bring Evgenny Zvonnikov's to perform once again with our dedicated local musicians. Zvonnikov, a native of Russia is a member of the Itasca Orchestra and String Program’s partner organization The Third Coast Chamber Collective. He is an award winning performer and educator. Most recently he has performed at Carnegie Hall in New York City. https://www.thirdcoastchambercollective.com/evgeny
Masks are required in the Reif Center
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Susan Hoyum and Roger Hoyum
The Reif is presenting a “Healthcare Appreciation Event” at Klockow Brewing on Thursday, February 17, 5-8pm.
It’s a free event for Healthcare Workers (doctors, nurses, pharmacists, chiropractors, dental workers, medical admin personnel/support staff, etc.).
Live Music
Adessa & Keith of Adessa & the Beats Performing as: Acoustic Duo
From 6pm - 8pm
Drawings for Prizes
• Tickets to Reif Events
• Yoga Class
• Massage
• and more!
It’s been an exhausting couple years for all, but especially those working in the healthcare field, so we’d just like to say “thanks.”
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Grab your compass and join our intrepid explorer across unchartered territories to discover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive creatures, including every child’s favorite flesh-eating giant, the Tyrannosaurus Rex, a Triceratops, Giraffatitan and Segnosaurus, to name a few!