EVENTS

JULY 3, 2011 5:00PM
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THE 312th United States Army Band
Army Bands provide music throughout the spectrum of military operations to instill in our soldiers the will to fight and win, foster the support of our citizens, and promote our national interests at home and abroad. The 312th Army band schedules 15-25 performances each year and has performed for the Kansas City Royals, the Kansas City Chiefs, the Oakland A’s, the National Boy Scout Jamboree, the Kansas Music Educator’s Association, the Texas Bandmaster’s Association, and the National Convention of the Association of the United States Army.
FREE ADMISSION!!
		OCTOBER 6TH, 2011 7:00PM







		Featuring Wayne Catania and Kieron Lafferty who starred in the stage show The Official Blues Brothers Revival, written by Victor Pisano. Produced by Judy Belushi and Dan Aykroyd, it ran successfully in Chicago in the spring and summer of 2004. Performing with the trademark passion and precision of the original Blues Brothers, The “OFFICIAL BLUES BROTHERS REVUE” starring Jake, Elwood and “The Intercontinental Rhythm & Blues Revue Band” strike the right balance of humor, music and mayhem that has kept audiences captivated worldwide for decades. ACCEPT NO SUBSTITUTES. THIS IS THE ONLY BLUES BROTHERS SHOW SANCTIONED BY DAN AYKROYD AND THE BELUSHI ESTATE.
		$20 ADULT/$20 STUDENT

	OCTOBER 20, 2011 7:00PM

	THE NOTEABLES

	This sleek, vibrant jazz ensemble presents exciting, uplifting music inspiring audiences to increased patriotism. The group also shares stirring accounts of the bravery and self-sacrifice of our expeditionary Airmen serving around the globe. The high level of talent showcased by each member of THE NOTEABLES enables the group to perform with unparalleled excitement and versatility. With their extensive repertoire of specially tailored standards, energetic favorites and Big Band classics, highlighted by instrumental and vocal soloists, THE NOTEABLES is sure to please audiences of any age.
	FREE ADMISSION!!

NOVEMBER 6, 2011 7:00PM




TAP KIDS
Eight of the nation's most talented young tap dancers take to the stage in this rousing, joyous celebration of American youth culture. New York Stage Originals' "TAP KIDS" takes tap dance to new heights while telling the story of a group of teenagers during their last months at school as they come to terms with teenage love, their first big dance, graduation and pending adulthood. Complete with dancing on lunch trays in the cafeteria, drama at the school dance, mischief in detention and finally graduation as they are launched into their futures with all their hopes and dreams ahead of them.
$20 ADULTS/$15 STUDENT

	DECEMBER 17, 2011 2:00PM

	GLENN HENRIKSEN
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	Glenn Henriksen is an accomplished, versatile pianist and organist. He began piano lessons at age seven, and continued through high school. At age thirteen he became the organist at his hometown church. Glenn attended Luther College in Decorah, Iowa and received further musical instruction. In the years following, he has played for a wide variety of events, including solo piano and organ concerts, church services, weddings, funerals, receptions and other social activities. Glenn's repertoire includes classical, ragtime, blues and jazz, standards, pop and rock, country, Latin, gospel, and sacred. Glenn's lifetime experience in many musical genres has enabled him to develop a unique musical style, resulting in one-of-a-kind improvised arrangements.
	$15 GENERAL ADMISSION

JANUARY 28, 2012 8:00PM		FEBRUARY 8, 2012 7:00PM





RAVE ON
A TRIBUTE TO BUDDY HOLLY
Remember poodle skirts? How about carhops, the twist, hula hoops and Buddy Holly? Well, the '50s aren’t just a thing of the past… Today “Rave On!” Productions presents an electrifying show paying homage to rock n’ roll’s immortal legend - Buddy Holly. Whether in a theater setting or with a full symphony orchestra, “Rave On!” has performed to sold out crowds locally and nationally…the impact of the music will make a lasting impression on audiences of all ages! This show has received attention and critical acclaim from reviewers and audience members all over the United States. Come join Billy McGuigan (Beatles-Yesterday and Today) as he portrays Buddy and "Rave On"!		The Peking Acrobats are a troupe of China's most gifted tumblers, contortionists, jugglers, cyclists, and gymnasts complemented by live musicians playing traditional Chinese instruments. The Peking Acrobats have performed the world over for more than twenty-five years to standing ovations and packed houses, including such far-reaching corners of the globe as Australia, Europe, throughout the Americas, the Middle East, Africa, and numerous Asian countries. Now, over 2,000 years of tradition, perfection, spectacle, and awesome entertainment comes to Spirit Lake - are you ready to be amazed?
$20 ADULT/$20 STUDENT		$20 ADULT/$15 STUDENT

	FEBRUARY 27, 2012 7:00PM

	OPERA IOWA
	THE MAGIC FLUTE
	Mozart's delightful commentary on love, forgiveness, tolerance and the brotherhood of mankind has become one of the most beloved operas in all the repertory. Filled with star-studded queens, dragons, bird-catchers, heroes and heroines and noble priests, The Magic Flute is a spectacular potpourri of worldly and heavenly delights all set with sublime enchantment to some of Mozart's greatest music! One of our most popular shows, The Magic Flute returns to OPERA Iowa after an absence of ten years and is the perfect opera to delight and dazzle audiences of all ages. Sung in English with piano accompaniment.
	$15 ADULTS/$5 STUDENTS
	GENERAL ADMISSION
MARCH 31, 2012 2:00PM & 7:00PM

OPRY AT THE SAMI
Friends of the Sami Center is pleased to announce that the Grand Ole Opry style country music show is coming back to the Sami Center for a fourth year! The Grand Ole Opry style country music show will take the Sami Center stage for two concerts you won't want to miss! The Grand Ole Opry style country music show features a local all-star band and ten guest artists who come together to create a country music extravaganza.
$15 GENERAL ADMISSION