In roaring twenties Chicago, chorine Roxie Hart murders a faithless lover and convinces her hapless husband, Amos, to take the rap…until he finds out he’s been duped and turns on Roxie. Convicted and sent to death row, Roxie and another “Merry Murderess,” Velma Kelly, vie for the spotlight and the headlines, ultimately joining forces in search of the “American Dream”: fame, fortune, and acquittal.

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STAGGERWING celebrates the historic flight of Louise Thaden and Blanche Noyes as they compete in – and win – the 1936 Bendix Trophy Air Race – the first year female piloting teams are allowed to compete. Their plane: a Beechcraft Staggerwing Model C-17.

Staggerwing

ARRIVAL from Sweden, founded in 1995 by Vicky Zetterberg-Norbäck and ABBA’s Rutger Gunnarsson, has become one of the world’s leading ABBA tribute bands. With tours in over 80 countries and performances alongside more than 120 symphony orchestras, the band has sold millions of tickets, filling arenas of up to 50,000 seats. Their production, The Music of ABBA, features iconic hits like “Dancing Queen,” “Mamma Mia,” “Waterloo,” and “The Winner Takes It All.” Known for their remarkable accuracy, ARRIVAL delivers a show so authentic that audiences often say it’s like seeing the original ABBA live on stage again.

Arrival From Sweden: The Music of Abba

After premiering Off-Broadway last season, ‘A Taste of Ireland―The Irish Music & Dance Sensation’ returns to stages across the USA in 2025, performing the show that has entertained thousands around the globe. Laugh, cry and jig into the night with a production that is Celtic, for this generation.

Taste of Ireland

Podcast link: https://youtu.be/4hagYvrYbuM

The Artelize Podcast and Kasper Holten - Pedefining Opera for the modern world

Podcast link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d36M5Hi6O80

The Artelize Podcast - A legacy of innovation in Opera: Celebrating Marc A. Scorca

Podcast link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=59E40S_EQSY

The Artelize Podcast: A love letter that was never sent

Podcast link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=THv6htilWtI

The Artelize Podcast and Adolfo Corrado: Mediterranean flavors, opera and social media

In 1957, teens Phil and Don Everly supercharged the vocal sound of Rock’n’Roll with “Bye Bye Love” and “Wake Up Little Susie”, unleashing the sparkling vocal harmonies that would influence The Beatles, Simon & Garfunkel, The Beach Boys, The Hollies, The Eagles, Peter Paul & Mary, and the Bee Gees.

The Everly Set

Get ready for some toe-tappin’ tunes and down-home pickin’ as the Smoky Valley Bluegrass Band takes the stage at the McPherson Opera House! A local favorite!

Smoky Valley Bluegrass Band

In his talk, Jamie will delve into the transformative power of understanding one’s identity, sharing insights from his work across various sectors, including professional sports, business, education, and government. His unique approach has empowered countless individuals to overcome fear and embrace their authentic selves.

Culture Shield Presents: Jamie Winship

Joseph Hall, born in 1984 has been paying tribute to the legacy of Elvis Presley since 2006. He starred on NBC’s America’s Got Talent in 2008, making 6 TV appearances, viewed by more than 90 million people and placing as one of the top 10 finalists! Sharon Osbourne was impressed enough to tell him, ” I’ve got shoes older than you, but I’d like to try you on!” Joseph Hall has performed all over the world, from Las Vegas, Nevada to Porthcawl, Wales. Joseph Hall has won many awards throughout his young career including the “Spirit of Elvis ” award. Joseph has worked with Elvis Presley Enterprises, Legends in Concert, and has officially been recognized as one of the top Elvis tribute artists in the world today.

Joseph Hall: Reflections of the King, Elvis Tribute Show

For three decades, Michael Martin Murphey’s Cowboy Christmas has been an extraordinary blend of music, encompassing his numerous best-selling Christmas albums, alongside his beloved country and pop hits. This vibrant holiday celebration takes the form of a captivating multi-media production, featuring Murphey’s renowned “Rio Grande Band,” dramatic lighting, video, as well as the use of Western Art, captivating master-artist photographs, breathtaking videos, and delightful cowboy poetry. “Michael Martin Murphey’s Cowboy Christmas” beautifully captures the rustic essence of the story of Jesus’ birth in the countryside village of Bethlehem, where the joyous tidings first reached the humble livestock caretakers and herders, often referred to as “cowboys,” over two millennia ago.Inspired by an 1885 wild-west dance known as the original “Texas Cowboys’ Christmas Ball” in Anson, Texas, Murphey embarked on a remarkable journey that carries on the biblical tradition of merriment, song, and feasting during the “holidays,” a term signifying “holy days.”

Michael Martin Murphey’s Cowboy Christmas

Performing their Holiday Rock Opera “The Christmas Dream”, this outstanding ensemble, includes members that have performed with The Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Rainbow, Alice Cooper, Def Leppard, Blue Oyster Cult and other classic rock giants, along with Broadway and Theater veterans! Weaving a story based around their latest album “The Christmas Dream”, along with music from their self-titled CD and their album “The Magic of Winter”, THE WIZARDS take their audience on a musical journey in search of the meaning of Christmas. This 12-member ensemble boasts soaring vocal harmonies, precision string instrumentation, powerful percussion, and stunning keyboard work, layered around a rich storyboard that evokes memories and emotions of December’s past!

 The Wizards of Winter

Elizabeth Cook is a Nashville-based Singer Songwriter from Wildwood, Florida. As a critically acclaimed live act and recording artist, the New York Times lauds her “a sharp and surprising country singer.” A veteran SiriusXM Outlaw Country Radio DJ, hosting her own show, Apron Strings, nationwide for the last 10 years, she is also a favorite of David Letterman, a regular performer on the Grand Ole Opry, and a frequent guest star on Adult Swim’s long-running hit cartoon series “Squidbillies” on Cartoon Network.

Elizabeth Cook

Get ready for a night of music and entertainment at the McPherson Opera House’s Variety Show Fundraiser! This lively event showcases incredible local talent, including performances by The Waiters, McPherson College Saxophone Quartet, and the Fallis-Stockham Syndrome.

McPherson Opera House 2024 Variety Show Fundraiser!

Adapted from the best-selling book The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan. Percy Jackson, demigod son of a Greek god, has recently discovered an entire world full of real-life myths, monsters, and unwanted destiny. When Zeus blames Percy for the theft of his master lightning bolt, Percy must go on a quest to prove his innocence and prevent the gods from going to war. Along with his friends, Annabeth and Grover, Percy faces obstacles he never imagined possible. Fans of Riordan’s books or mythology will adore this loving adaptation.

The Lightening Thief

HMS Pinafore By Gilbert & Sullivan

Mary Jane Teall Theater

In 1996 the members of country super group Ricochet watched their debut single, “What Do I Know”, rise to the Top 5 earning the band the honor of the highest charting debut single of the year. The follow up single release, “Daddy’s Money”, became an immediate across the board hit, rising to #1 on the Radio & Records Country Singles Chart, the Gavin Country Singles Chart and the Billboard Country Singles Chart (where it stayed #1 for two consecutive weeks). The band’s distinctive musical style and intricate harmonies earned them the recognition as one of the most popular vocal groups in country music, a mantle they still wear today.

Ricochet

In 1957, THE DIAMONDS released the hit “Little Darlin’,” selling 20 million copies and dubbed the “National Anthem of Rock and Roll.” With 3 Gold Records, 33 American Bandstand appearances, and Hall of Fame honors, they still captivate audiences worldwide, showcasing the timeless appeal of classic rock and roll music.

The Diamonds

Experience The Petersens, ambassadors of Ozark music, who’ve toured worldwide, sharing their harmonies and sibling charm. Their viral YouTube fame, with 180M+ views, showcases their global appeal. Don’t miss their captivating performance!

The Petersens

Hotel California “A Salute to the Eagles” is a spirited and original Southern California group. They’ve reached recognition akin to Gold and Platinum recording artists by flawlessly reproducing the Grammy-winning sounds of the Greatest American Songbook. The longest-running and most successful show of its kind, they’re the ONLY ones authorized to perform the Eagles’ music. Take a trip down a dark desert highway and check into The Hotel California.

Hotel California: A Salute To The Eagles

Restoring a vehicle to compete to win at Pebble Beach Concours d’ Elegance, the Super Bowl of car shows, is a bold undertaking, especially when the work is done by a group of restoration students. Yet that is exactly what the McPherson College Automotive Restoration program accomplished with a 1953 Mercedes-Benz 300 S Cabriolet. The bold vision came true in August of 2023—and in record fashion. Now, we are sharing our remarkable story with the world through a documentary entitled, The Path to Pebble.

The Path To Pebble

Tusk, The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Experience, stands out among other Fleetwood Mac tributes in the US due to their unique blend of chemistry, synergy, and intuition. Their unmatched qualities go beyond vocal similarities and costumes, stemming from five skilled professionals who have mastered their craft through decades of musical study and live performances. Their genuine affection and respect for Fleetwood Mac’s enduring legacy make them an incomparable tribute.

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