Nicholas Allen has plenty of ideas. When he ends up in Mrs. Granger’s language arts class, he has his best idea ever. He decides to create his own word…FRINDLE! Before long Nick’s word creates a buzz in his school, his town and then to his surprise it spreads all around the country, and a power struggle erupts with the strict Mrs. Granger. Will the word “Frindle” win?

Based on the multiple award winning best-selling novel by Andrew Clements this quirky, imaginative tale about creative thought and the power of words will have your young audience inventing their own words.

FRINDLE presented by GRIFFIN THEATRE

Sheldon Theatre

Dive into a musical time machine with The Dreamboats as they bring back the magic of classic, original rock 'n' roll! Infusing the timeless sounds of the 50s & 60s with a fresh, contemporary energy, this Canadian quartet promises an evening of non-stop dancing, nostalgic melodies, and electrifying entertainment. From the spirited rhythms of Chuck Berry to the infectious charm of The Wonders, The Dreamboats offer a revival of the golden age of rock and roll that will have you falling in love with these classic tunes all over again. Experience the heartthrob appeal and electric energy reminiscent of icons like Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, The Beatles, Buddy Holly and more, brought to life by these charismatic performers.

The Dreamboats

Join the Mardi Gras fun with bold brass, catchy rhythms, and festive energy that’ll have you clapping, smiling, and fully soaking up the celebration.  

The Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass is America’s premier large brass ensemble. A group that always reflects the diverse makeup of men and women in the American culture, RMPBB is dedicated to the notion that music is a gift to be enjoyed by everyone.

The RODNEY MARSALIS Philadelphia Big Brass MARDIS GRAS SHOW

Collective Unconscious performs Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young’s 1970 album Deja Vu in its entirety, as well as other hits from the group.

Album tracks include: Carry On, Teach Your Children, Almost Cut My Hair, Helpless, Woodstock, Deja Vu, Our House, 4+20, Country Girl, and Everybody I Love You.

Other tracks include: Southern Cross, For What It’s Worth, Rock-n-Roll Woman, Long Time Gone, Wasted On The Way, Helplessly Hoping, Guenevere, Marrakesh Express, Wooden Ships, Just A Song Before I Go, Ohio, Love The One You’re With, Looking Forward, and Suite: Judy Blue Eyes.

DEJA VU presented by Collective Unconscious

From the land of ten thousand lakes to the frozen bays of the Great Lakes, Guys on Ice is hitting the road to celebrate the secret language of the North: ice fishing. This beloved musical comedy invites audiences into a world where the beer is cold, the stove is warm, and the wisdom is as thick as the ice on the lake.

The show follows two lifelong pals, Marvin and Lloyd, as they spend a day in their ice shanty doing everything but catching fish. Marvin is a dreamer, anxiously awaiting a visit from a cable TV fishing show host he’s certain will turn him into a regional celebrity. Lloyd is the philosopher, currently in the doghouse after suggesting that an anniversary trip to see the Packers play the Bears was the height of romance. Ernie the Moocher rounds out the trio, constantly popping in to "borrow" a beer or a snack, while doubling as the host of a hilarious, prize-filled halftime show that puts the audience right in the middle of the action.

GUYS ON ICE An Ice Fishing Musical

Pack up your parka and throw on your stomping boots February 19 - 20, 2027! Experience Red Wing through music in our historic downtown with two amazing days featuring 100+ music artists, 18 venues, games, and wintry fun in the middle of FEBRRRUARY at Big Turn Music Fest. Yeah, buoy!

Big Turn Music Fest 2027

Inspired by true events, Black Angels Over Tuskegee is a vibrantly energetic, emotionally captivating, award-winning drama that tells the story of six trail-blazing men who exhibited courage to excel in spite of overwhelming odds. 

The play explores their collective struggle with Jim Crow; challenging their intelligence, patriotism, brotherhood, and dreams of an inclusive and fair society. The play goes beyond the headlines of popular stories and reveals the heart and soul of the Tuskogee Airmen who exhibited courage to excel, in spite of all the overwhelming odds against them.

Black Angels Over Tuskegee

Tartan Terrors bring their Celtic Invasion to festivals and shows across North America, blending the energy of a rock show with humour and step dance. With a distinctive sound and proud tradition of making Celtic music fun and accessible to any audience, the Terrors have played stages across North America, including The Iridium, Times Square, NYC, Daryl’s House Club, Pawling, NY, Freeman Arts Pavilion, Selbyville, DE, Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival, Florence, MA, and The Celtic Music & Craft Beer Festival in Dunedin, FL.

Tartan Terrors

The Sound of Julie is America’s first-ever touring show dedicated to the music of beloved entertainment legend Julie Andrews.

Created for Andrews’ 90th birthday, The Sound of Julie stars British vocalist Hayley Renee, known for her angelic sound and girl-next-door charm.

From hits like “Do-Re-Mi”, “My Favorite Things”, and “Climb Every Mountain”, to “A Spoonful of Sugar”, “Chim Chim Cher-ee”, and “I Could Have Danced All Night”, these are the songs beloved by generations!

Sound Of Julie

Bursting from the US Midwest comes Japanese TAIKO group, BIG GRAVITY! Blending top-notch skill and training from Japan and rooted in Minnesota, their performances carry a deeper spiritual purpose and joy. Defying time and place, their music captures earthy tones of long ago, thundering with images of a whole new world coming to life.

FINDING HER BEAT presented by Taiko Arts Midwest

Spanning genres and disciplines, Dessa’s style is defined by tenderness, ferocity, candor, and wit. As a musician, she’s co-composed for large choirs; crowd-surfed at rock clubs; recorded a live album with the Grammy-winning Minnesota Orchestra; and contributed a track to the #1 album The Hamilton Mixtape. Her TED Talk, which recounts her science experiment on how to fall out of love, has notched more than 5 million views. She’s written for The New York Times and National Geographic Traveler; hosted two seasons of a BBC podcast; and published several poetry books and literary collections including the memoir-in-essays My Own Devices (Penguin Random House).

Dessa

LAVERNE and LUCY bring side-splitting comedy, lively music and laugh-out-loud improvisation to their audiences. Their engaging repertoire is a mix of fun-time rock and roll, bluegrass, novelties and more. Each high-energy show takes their audiences on an enlivening jaunt, sharing skits, audience involvement, new comedy ditties as well as everyone’s favorite songs. These two talented women have been on the professional stage since their teens and their experience and love of entertaining shines through each production. 

Laverne & Lucy

As a recording artist, Nicole has released seven albums as leader, and her sixth album, How Love Begins, co-produced with eight-time GRAMMY-winner Christian McBride, won BEST JAZZ VOCAL ALBUM at the 2024 GRAMMY® awards and features all original music. She is the only person ever to have won this award who wrote and arranged the entire album herself. 

Her live album Live at Vic’s Las Vegas, which she produced, wrote and arranged was nominated for 2 GRAMMYS in 2026. 

Nicole Zuraitis

Backed by a sensational live band, THE DOLLY SHOW takes audiences on a high-energy musical journey through six decades of Dolly’s greatest hits. From the heartache of Jolene to the anthemic joy of 9 to 5, from the timeless beauty of I Will Always Love You to the irresistible fun of Islands in the Stream, every moment is crafted to celebrate the music, wit, and warmth of the Queen of Country.

The Dolly Show

To encourage advance ticket purchases and provide a smoother experience on performance day, tickets for Phoenix Theatre productions increase by $5 on the day of the show.

Come From Away is based on the true story of the time when the isolated community of Gander, Newfoundland, played host to the world. What started as an average day in a small town turned into an international sleepover, when 38 planes, carrying thousands of people from around the globe, were diverted to Gander’s airstrip on September 11, 2001. Undaunted by culture clashes and language barriers, the people of Gander cheered the stranded travelers with music, an open bar and the recognition that we’re all part of a global family.

COME FROM AWAY presented by Phoenix Theatre

A Musical adaptation of the book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler

On a daring adventure in search of hazelnuts, Mouse meets the cunning Fox, the eccentric old Owl and the high-spirited Snake. Will the story of the scary Gruffalo save Mouse from ending up as dinner for these hungry woodland creatures? After all, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo – is there?

Songs, laughs and mischievous fun for children aged 3 and up and their grown-ups. From Tall Stories, creators of imaginative storytelling theatre, where everything is possible.

THE GRUFFALO presented by TALL STORIES

A duo combining tap, beatboxing, and multiple instruments in a fun, interactive show filled with rhythm, humor, and storytelling that engages kids and entertains the whole family.

Collision of Rhythm delivers a high-energy performance with a wide range of instruments including drums and percussion, piano, marimba, saxophone, and beatboxing — with the unique elements of tap-dancing and bounce juggling. The duo is comprised of musical virtuoso and award-winning educator, Aaron Williams, and accomplished performer and keynote speaker, Bronkar Lee. Together, they bring a mind-blowing and wildly captivating rhythmic experience with an empowering message of joy and connection through music. This inspiring show is jam-packed with audience interaction, laughter, engaging stories and jaw-dropping performances for all ages and backgrounds.

Collision Of Rhythm

Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers are one of the biggest chart toppers in rock history, amassing dozens of hits and performing sold-out shows for four decades. Minneapolis-based Free Fallin, The Tom Petty Concert Experience has successfully toured the country since 2007 and played before thousands of fans at many festivals, fairs, venues, and concerts in the U.S. and Canada. Along the way, they have evolved into a complete and spectacular live music production. Their show, featuring all of Tom's hits, includes instruments and costumes that re-create the authentic experience of a Tom Petty concert. Their breakout 2018 “Broken Hearted Tour” played more than 90 shows in 15 states and included an invitation to play for Tom Petty’s “Birthday Weekend” in his hometown of Gainesville, FL, where as many as 26,000 fans from around the world were in attendance to celebrate his music. Since then, the band has continued to play major venues and events across the country and has garnered a reputation as one of the most professional touring bands today. Free Fallin gives all rock fans a special treat – Tom Petty’s greatest hits that they all know and love. Sing along as we pay tribute to one of the greatest songwriters in rock music!

FREE FALLIN' The Tom Petty Experience

Every year, students flock from across the country to study musical instrument repair at Minnesota State College Southeast in Red Wing. To share their talents with the community, the college hosts an annual musical variety showcase called Strings, Winds & Brass. From Celtic to classical, bluegrass to blues, big band to string quartet — you never know what to expect from the band instrument, violin, and guitar repair and building students of Southeast!

THE SOUTHEAST MUSIC SHOWCASE presented by Minnesota State College Southeast

Swing Makes You Sing! is an award-winning, interactive concert for the whole family that brings live music, movement, and cultural learning directly to you. Designed for all ages, this engaging concert introduces jazz as a living Black American art form through storytelling and performance. Led by internationally acclaimed jazz vocalist and bandleader Svetlana and her professional ensemble, you'll actively experience the core elements of jazz - blues, swing, improvisation, and self-expression.

SWING MAKES YOU SING presented by Svetlana

Get ready for a night of rockabilly, country, gospel and pure 1950's rock and roll with “One Night in Memphis” - a high energy concert that takes you back to December 4, 1956, the night when four of the biggest names in early rock and roll -- Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis and Johnny Cash – gathered together for an impromptu jam session at the legendary Sun Studios in Memphis.

One Night In Memphis

Follow Peter and his friends through winter, spring, summer and fall as they romp and play, start snow ball fights and make snow angels, journey in space and under the sea, and more, all in this imaginative musical play. Using innovative shadow puppetry, The Snowy Day And Other Stories celebrates the magic and boundless possibilities of childhood and the challenges of growing up.

Keats’ treasured characters come to life in this humorous and fun adaptation of the collected stories: “Whistle for Willie”, “Goggles!”, “A Letter to Amy”, and “The Snowy Day.” A classic since its publication in 1962 and winner of the Caldecott Medal, “The Snowy Day” was one of the first picture books for young people to feature an African American protagonist and is still beloved today.

“It’s the heart and affection for the material that makes Childsplay’s production work as well as it does….your children will still relate to challenges of childhood as experienced by young Peter. It will stir the imagination and make their lives all the richer.” – Valley Screen and Stage: David Appleford’s Film and Theatre Reviews

THE SNOWY DAY AND OTHER STORIES presented by CHILDSPLAY THEATRE

Mollie B, the multi-instrumentalist, award-winning vocalist, and long-time host of the Mollie B Polka Party TV show, has been performing music all her life. Mollie started her career performing with the Jim Busta Band when she was only a child. Through hard work and dedication, Mollie now performs nation-wide to live audiences, as well as TV productions and the movie screen. She performed 20 years in the band SqueezeBox, and currently leads "Mollie B & Friends." Mollie not only has performed on over 40 recordings, she has shared her many God-given talents with fans in over 30 states and 19 countries and continues to inspire young musicians with her love for music. 

MOLLIE B & Friends

Showcases local talented brass musicians performing festive favorites with energy, precision, and a rich tradition of community-centered music.

Sheldon Theatre Brass Band Spring Concert

Celebrate the legacy of Bobby Vee with an afternoon filled with his biggest hits and stories that honor his career. Hits like “Take Good Care of My Baby” and “Rubber Ball”.

This multi-mediashow will feature rare video and first-hand stories from Bobby’s career along with all of Bobby’s hits. You will also hear great stories and music from Bobby’s life growing up on the road with many of his friends and music’s biggest stars including Chuck Berry, Ricky Nelson, Del Shannon, The Shirelles, The Chiffons, Buddy Holly and others.

REMEMBERING BOBBY VEE presented by The Killer Vees

A crafty, slightly eccentric and wildly passionate gathering of multi-instrumentalists come together to form an authentic tribute to one of the World’s most enduring Progressive Rock bands of all time. With three keyboard players, a stable of horns and a steady heartbeat on the drums, The Supertramp Tribute takes you on a musical journey through time. Classics like “Give a Little Bit” and “The Logical Song,” delivering a nostalgic journey back to rock’s golden era.

The Supertramp Tribute

Samuel Verdeja (US MARINES – VIETNAM VET) Bruce Richardson (USARMY – VIETNAM VET) and Major John Donovan (IRAQ VET) are absolutely, terrific gentlemen that the Fabulous Armadillos have gotten to know very well over the last few years. They bring their stories and real-life testimony to every show, and it is just as powerful as the first-time you hear the story as the last. It is an amazingly moving production that takes you on a deep dive into the music of the era, but also into the lives of the men and women involved in the Vietnam war overseas and at home. Through live narration from Veterans of the Vietnam war, video and live music, you will better understand the role music played during that time. Music supplied motivation for our brave men and women in uniform and also for the anti-war movement at home. We walk that line and it is our hope this show becomes healing for all to see and hear.

WHAT'S GOING ON? presented by THE FABULOUS ARMADILLOS

Monroe Crossing performs an electrifying blend of traditional and original bluegrass music, as well as some surprising songs outside the genre. Named in honor of Bill Monroe, the Father of Bluegrass Music, Monroe Crossing’s superb musicianship and on-stage rapport have entertained audiences throughout the United States, Canada and Europe.

Monroe Crossing

Hear one of the most powerful and versatile voices of our time! Mandy is an accomplished film, TV, stage actor and author. You may have seen her as Elphaba in Wicked or Angelica Schuyler in Hamilton.

Join us for this incredible event.

MANDY GONZALEZ recently wrapped eight months of weekly guest performances in the leading role of Norma Desmond in the Tony Award Winning Broadway Revival production of SUNSET BLVD.

Broadway Star MANDY GONZALEZ

Roald Dahl's Charlie & the Chocolate Factory

Welcome to the world of pure imagination with this tasty Broadway and West End musical based on the famous novel and hit movie.

Based on the famous novel by Roald Dahl, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory features an original score composed by Marc Shaiman with lyrics by Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray) and a book by David Greig. 

Sheldon Theatre

Feb 5, 2027

The Dreamboats

Feb 9, 2027

The RODNEY MARSALIS Philadelphia Big Brass MARDIS GRAS SHOW

Feb 13, 2027

DEJA VU presented by Collective Unconscious

Feb 17, 2027

GUYS ON ICE An Ice Fishing Musical

19 - 20 Feb, 2027

Big Turn Music Fest 2027

Nov 5, 2026

FRINDLE presented by GRIFFIN THEATRE

Sheldon Theatre