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From the Director’s Chair

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hat an amazing season we have planned for you! We started planning this season over a year ago and have put an enormous amount of effort into bringing you entertainment, education and art that will engage and enrich the lives of our patrons. We are especially thankful for the assistance we have received from the Minnesota State Arts Board, SEMAC and the generous gifts of businesses and individuals that allow us to bring the ‘transformative power of the arts’ to our community.

As the 2022/2023 season comes to an end, I would like to recap some of the goals that we accomplished.

• We installed acoustic panels in our auditorium and what a difference it has made to the sound quality of the theater performances and the live concerts!

We hope you have a chance to experience it.

Thank you donors!

• Our digital marquee means no more executive director on the ladder, and no more only being able to advertise only one show or gallery opening at a time! Thank you donors!

• By the time this goes to print the new seats for the auditorium will be under construction and by the time the summer ends we hope to have all of the fancy, comfortable, cup-holder laden seats installed!

Again, thank you to our donors!

• We finally have a true endowment for the longevity and sustainability of the Paradise Center for the Arts.

Thank you to our generous donors for realizing that the gift given to our endowment fund is a gift for our future and the future of the arts in our community.

• If you are interested in making a tax deductible donation to the PCA, please contact me at: director@paradisecenterforthearts.org, or call me at: 507-332-7372.

What a difference the past three years have made to the Paradise Center for the Arts! I couldn’t have done any of it without such an amazing staff, dedicated volunteers, our students, teachers, artists and patrons! Thank you and…

Enjoy the show!

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Heidi Tansom - Executive Director - full time

Heidi leads the team at the PCA with positivity and a love for the transformative power of the arts! Heidi has immense love and gratitude for her staff, the patrons, donors and volunteers who make her job so enjoyable. In addition to her role at the PCA, Heidi also sits on the board of the Minnesota Presenters Network and is a long standing member of the Faribault Tourism Commission. Heidi can be reached at: director@paradisecenterforthearts.or

Julie Fakler - Visual Arts and Education Director - full time

Julie holds a BFA in painting and drawing from Minneapolis College of Art and Design. In addition to managing the gallery exhibits and education classes at the PCA, Julie is an artist in her own right and often teaches classes at the PCA. Fakler sits on the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council (SEMAC) Advisory Panel. Julie can be reached at: info@paradisecenterforthearts.org

Rhonda Norgaard - Administrative Assistant - part time

Rhonda may have the title of Admin. Asst., but she provides so much more to the PCA! Rhonda handles all of the paperwork that floats around in the back office and actually seems to like it! Her office is in the basement where she organizes all of us and dreams up new creative ideas for the classes she teaches here at the PCA. Rhonda can be reached at: accounting@paradisecenterforthearts.org

Char Johnson - Box office staff - part time

Char is one half of the team that makes up our box office staff. Char has an amazing ability to juggle patron requests, phone calls, donations and more, and still finds time to keep us all supplied with chocolate! Char is a fiber and clay artist who teaches classes at the Paradise center for the Arts. In addition, she has volunteered on the Gallery Committee and Education Committee for years. Char can be reached at: boxoffice@paradisecenterforthearts.org

Dallas Musselman - Box office staff - part time

Dallas is the other half of the box office staff team. Dallas artfully wears many hats while selling tickets, processing memberships, telling PCA history and keeping us all on our toes with her delightful stories filled with many different accents! If you don’t see Dallas behind the desk, she just might be on the stage! Dallas can be reached at: boxoffice@paradisecenterforthearts.org

Sara Caron - Production Coordinator - part time

Sara has the enviable position of being the main contact for the performers at the PCA. Caron also writes all of the press releases for the events happening at the Paradise. In addition to her part time work at the PCA, Sara is a Faribault City Councilwoman.

Sara can be reached at: production@paradisecenterforthearts.org

Maddy Walsh - Marketing - part time

Maddy is the Marketing Specialist for the Paradise Center for the Arts. Maddy has the benefit of youth in dealing with all of the technical parts of our marketing systems, and the experience of being an incredible wordsmith and artist! She shows her true love of the arts all while giving our patrons the information they need. Maddy works remotely most of the time, but if she is at the PCA make sure and say ‘Hello’ to our newest team member!

Maddy can be reached at marketing@paradisecenterforthearts.org

Linda Wille - Custodian - part time

Many thanks to Linda who helps us to keep the PCA in ‘ship shape’ and sanitized!

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Cate Grinney, President Matt Long, Vice President Cheryl Steinberg, Treasurer Wanda Holmgren, Secretary

Peter van Sluis, City Council Rep. Kris Stasson-Howell Todd Ginter

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AT A GLANCE

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JUNE

30: Gallery Exhibit Opening Reception

- runs through AUG 5 30-7/2: A 35th Anniversary Musical Review - Paradise Community Theatre

JULY

14: Super Duos 28-8/5: Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical Jr. - Marquee Children’s Theatre

AUGUST

11: Gallery Opening Opening Reception

- runs through SEP 23 18: Shawn Johnson’s Big Band Experience

16: Mick Sterling’s Presents - A Grand Ole Opry

Christmas - Evening Show

18-19: Phil Olson Presents: A Don’t Hug Me Christmas Carol - Afternoon and Evening Shows

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JANUARY

12: Gallery Exhibit Opening Reception

- runs through FEB 24 20: Winter Comedy Show with Drew Hehir and Company

FEBRUARY

SEPTEMBER

9: Comedian C. Willi Myles 23-3/3: The Hello Girls - Paradise Community Theatre

OCTOBER

APRIL

16: Joe Flip - Tribute to Stevie Ray Vaughan & ZZ Top MARCH 22: Harmonious Wail Presents: Simon & Simon 1: Gallery Exhibit Opening Reception 29: Gallery Exhibit Opening Reception

- runs through APR 6

- runs through NOV 11 8: Student Art Show - runs through APR 13 30: MallRats MTV Unplugged 16: The String Showdown 6: Eric Elison - Performs Gordon Lightfoot 14: Roll On! - The Music of Alabama 20-29: If/Then - Paradise Community Theatre

NOVEMBER

3: Bad Bad Hats 4: Joseph Hall - Elvis 16: Gallery Exhibit Opening Reception

- runs through DEC 22 18: Adessa & The Beat

DECEMBER

10: The Best Christmas Pageant Ever and The Wind in the Willows Christmas - The Community Theatre

5-14: Reaching Orpheus

- Paradise Community Theatre 12: Gallery Exhibit Opening Reception

- runs through JUN 1 20: B2Wins

MAY

4: Country Roads - Music of John Denver 17: Couples Comedy with Mary Mack and Tim Harmston

JUNE

7: Gallery Exhbit Opening Reception

- runs through JUL 6 15: Sidekicks - Music of the 80s

16: Mick Sterling’s Presents - From the King,

For the King - Afternoon Show

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Our members are the driving force behind the Paradise Center for the Arts. When you become a member you receive all the benefits the Paradise has to offer, and you become part of a family. Your membership supports local arts programs and helps build a stronger community.

Benefits of Becoming a Paradise Center Member INDIVIDUAL - $50: INDIVIDUAL SENIOR (65+) - $40: • Member pricing on up to 2 tickets to performances

BUSINESS - $250 Benefits for a professional organization • Electronic updates of current Paradise happenings • Access to pottery and painting studios • Inclusion in annual Member Show • Discounts on selected performances and classes • One complimentary Balcony rental for employee or customer appreciation event (individual tickets additional, subject to availability) • Two tickets to each Community Theatre Production • Member pricing on up to 6 tickets to performances

• Electronic updates of current Paradise happenings • Access to pottery and painting studios • Inclusion in annual Member Show • Discounts on selected performances and classes

FAMILY - $75 Benefits for a household of 2 or more • Member pricing on up to 6 tickets to performances

Ask about our 5 year membership rates.

• Electronic updates of current Paradise happenings • Access to pottery and painting studios • Inclusion in annual Member Show • Discounts on selected performances and classes

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A 35th Anniversary Musical Review Paradise Community Theatre Presents JUNE 30, JULY 1 AT 7:30PM, JULY 2 2PM Members: $18 / Noon-Members: $20 / Students: $14 (18 and under) Paradise Community Theater presents their 35th Anniversary Show! Come celebrate 35 years of wonderful theater including over 30 musical numbers by talented PCT actors.

Super Duos FRIDAY, JULY 14 AT 7:30PM Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15 (18 and under) Super Duos stars two veteran musicians - Pat Balder and Glen Everhart - who bring their one-ofa-kind vocal blend - along with superb guitars, their band-mates, a good dose of comedy, and over 1,000 shows together - to deliver the greatest songs by the greatest musical duos of all time.

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Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical Jr. presented by the Marquee Children’s Theatre

Book by Dennis Kelly, Music and Lyrics by Tim Minchin Directed by Kayla Mollenhauer, Music Director Will McIntyre.

JULY 28, AUGUST 3, 4, AT 7PM JULY 29, 30* AND AUGUST 5* AT 2PM *ASL INTERPRETED Adults: $12 / Students: $7 (18 and under)/ Family Max: $35 This story of a girl who dreams of a better life and the children she inspires will have audiences rooting for the “revolting children” who are out to teach the grown-ups a lesson. Packed with high-energy dance numbers and catchy songs, Matilda JR. is a joyous girl power romp.

Children and adults alike will be thrilled and delighted by the story of the special little girl with an extraordinary imagination. *This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

Shawn Johnson’s Big Band Experience FRIDAY, AUGUST 18 7:30PM, Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15 (18 and under) Shaun Johnson + the Big Band Experience Billboard Top 5 artist in Traditional Pop This Emmy-winning lead singer of Tonic Sol-fa now fronts a jazzy octet described by the Star Tribune as a “retro nerd of Rat Pack vintage whose performances go for the gut in rousing fashion.”

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Tribute to Stevie Ray Vaughn & ZZ Top by Joe Flip SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 AT 7:30PM Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15 (18 and under)

Harmonious Wail Presents:

Simon & Simon

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 AT 7:30PM Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15 (18 and under)

Award winning musician, Joe Flip, brings his passion to the stage with his hand-made oil can guitar and powerhouse band. Performing this unique collection of Texas Southern Rock and Blues/Rock music and sharing stories behind the music, this is a must-see show!

Performing music from artists such as Stevie Ray Vaughan, ZZ Top, Freddie King, Johnny Winter, and more!

Nationally Award Winning Performers and Recording Artists, Harmonious Wail, draws from the soulful beats and sepia lyrics of Ryhmin’ Paul Simon, and the inspirational and timeless torch songs of Carly Simon. “Simon & Simon” promises an evening of refreshed reminiscence and a sweet reminder that we are all “still crazy after all these years”.

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MallRats MTV Unplugged SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 AT 7:30PM Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15 (18 and under)

MTV Unplugged was a television series that showcased the biggest musical artists of the 90s.

Mallrats Presents: MTV Unplugged will capture all the essence and nostalgia of the best of those shows: the stage, the lighting, the vibe and most importantly- the music. Mallrats will perform songs from some of the biggest acts that performed on Unplugged including Eric Clapton, Alanis Morisette, Pearl Jam, Nirvana, and many others.

Eric Elison performs Gordon Lightfoot FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6 AT 7:30PM Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15 (18 and under) Renowned Gordon Lightfoot Tribute Artist and Singer Songwriter, Eric Elison, debuts at the Paradise Center for the Arts with his fantastic tribute to the beloved Canadian Troubadour.

Eric has been wowing crowds across the United States with performances of: Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald, If You Could Read My Mind,and Sundown along with many more.

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Roll On! The Music of Alabama FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14 AT 7:30PM Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15 (18 and under)

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Based in Minnesota, this band is a top-notch group of musicians having fun with the great hits of the iconic country band, Alabama. The harmonies and instrumentation of Roll On create memories of some of the greatest songs of all time including: Dixieland Delight, Roll On, If You’re Gonna Play in Texas, Feels So Right, Love in the First Degree and many more. Thrill your audience with the American country and southern rock sounds that made Alabama’s music hit the charts with 40 number one hits!

If/Then

presented by the Paradise Community Theatre Directed by Will McIntyre.

A fascinating, ambitious and original new musical.

“If/Then” simultaneously follows one woman’s two possible life paths, painting a deeply moving portrait of the lives that we lead as well as the lives that we might have led.

OCTOBER 20, 21, 26, 27, 28 AT 7:30PM, OCTOBER 22, 29 AT 2PM Member: $18 / Non-Member: $20 / Student: $14 (18 and under)

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Bad Bad Hats

honors classic pop songwriting, with nods to nineties rock simplicity and pop-punk frivolity.

Through it all, Alexander’s unflinchingly sincere lyrics cut to the emotional heart of things.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 3 AT 7:30PM Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15 (18 and under) Bad Bad Hats is an indie rock band from Minneapolis, Minnesota. The band consists of Kerry Alexander, Chris Hoge, and Connor Davison. Named for a trouble-making character from the Madeline children’s books, Bad Bad Hats is defined by a balance of sweet and sour. Their music

Joseph Hall’s

Elvis

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4 AT 7:30PM Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15 (18 and under)

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Joseph Hall has performed all over the world and was a finalist on America’s Got Talent. He has won many awards throughout his career including the “Spirit of Elvis’ ‘ award. He is officially endorsed by Elvis Presley Enterprises, and is recognized as one of the top Elvis tribute artists in the world today. His goal is to capture the essence of Elvis Presley and to pay tribute to him with the utmost respect to his legacy,

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Adessa & The Beat SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18 AT 7:30PM Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15 (18 and under)

Regional Minnesota band with a little something for everyone! Enjoy a tasty mix of country, classic rock, and pop covers of forgotten oldies to top 10’s brought to life with powerhouse female vocals and strong group harmony. Adessa & The Beat is sure to get your toes tapping & buckles rubbin’ with tunes you’re bound to love!

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever and The Wind in the Willows

presented by the Paradise Community Theatre Directed by Kathy Rush

DECEMBER 1, 2, 8, 9 AT 7:30PM, DECEMBER 3, 10 AT 2PM Member: $18 / Non-Member: $20 / Student: $14 (18 and under) Twice the Cheer! “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” and “The Wind in the Willows Christmas” are two Christmas classics perfect for the entire family. *Adaptation by Michael Lambert

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Mick Sterling’s Presents:

Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15 (18 and under)

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 AT 3PM

A GRAND OLE OPRY CHRISTMAS honors the Christmas recordings of the pillars of Country and Rock and Roll in this joyous presentation featuring, along with Mick Sterling (4) more incredible lead vocalists, Cate Fierro, Shalo Lee, Lisi Wright and Dan Neale. All of the classic Christmas songs and some really fun ones you may not be familiar with, joined by

From the King, For the King AFTERNOON SHOW!

Mick Sterling’s Presents:

A Grand Ole Opry Christmas SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 AT 7:30PM Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15 (18 and under)

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A GRAND OLE OPRY CHRISTMAS honors the Christmas recordings of the pillars of Country and Rock and Roll in this joyous presentation featuring, along with Mick Sterling (4) more incredible lead vocalists, Cate Fierro, Shalo Lee, Lisi Wright and Dan Neale. All of the classic Christmas songs and some really fun ones you may not be familiar with, joined by traditional Gospel and Spiritual songs round out this wonderful presentation that has moved audiences for years.

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Phil Olson Presents:

A Don’t Hug Me Christmas Carol

MONDAY, DECEMBER 18 AT 3PM AND 7:30PM TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19 AT 3PM AND 7:30PM

TWO NIGHTS!

Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15 (18 and under) A Hilarious Minnesota Spoof of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” It’s Christmas Eve in Bunyan Bay, Minnesota and cantankerous bar owner, Gunner Johnson, gets in an argument with his wife, Clara, tells her he’s skipping Christmas. He storms out of the bar, goes snowmobiling across the lake, falls through the ice on his skidoo and goes into a coma. He comes back in his dream where he’s visited by folk legend, Sven Yorgensen, who plays the ghost of Christmas past, present, and future. Sven takes Gunner (Scrooge) on a journey similar to that in Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” only Minnesota style. Will Gunner come out of his coma and find redemption with Clara at The Bunyan?

Find out.

Winter Comedy Show with Drew Hehir and Company SATURDAY, JANUARY 20, AT 7:30PM Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15 (18 and under) Join us for our Winter Comedy Showcase, a special night of comedy, featuring a unique blend of some of the best and most original headliners the Twin Cities has to offer. Hosted by Drew Hehir.

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Comedian C. Willi Myles FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9 AT 7:30PM Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15 (18 and under) Faribault’s favorite comedian, C. Willi Myles returns to the Paradise! Known as ‘America’s Everyday Comedian’ C. Willi has been combining his quick wit and a great sense of humor to deliver high energy, side splitting shows for all ages. Truly Comedy at its best!

The Hello Girls

presented by the Paradise Community Theatre Directed by Shelley Fitzgerald

FEBRUARY 23, 24, 29 AND MARCH 2 AT 7:30PM, FEBRUARY 25, MARCH 1, 3 AT 2PM Member: $18 / Non-Member: $20 / Student: $14 (18 and under) THE HELLO GIRLS chronicles the story of America’s first women soldiers in this new musical inspired by history. These intrepid heroines served as bilingual telephone operators on the front lines, helping turn the tide of World War I.

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The String Showdown SATURDAY, MARCH 16 AT 7:30PM Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15 (18 and under)

More interactive than a band, more exciting than a DJ, more unique than dueling pianos…

The String Showdown is about to be your new favorite act! Get ready for a fun & fast-paced performance full of sweet licks and hilarious riffs! Multi-instrumentalists Mike Lauer (George Maurer, Bobby Vee) and Greg Byers (Kat Perkins, Trans-Siberian Orchestra) collide in The String Showdown! You’ll be amazed at their instrumental prowess while you crack up at their irreverent,

Reaching Orpheus

presented by the Paradise Community Theatre Written and Directed by Dan Rathbun

APRIL 5, 6, 11, 12, 13 AT 7:30PM, APRIL 7 AND 14 AT 2PM Member: $16 / Non-Member: $18 / Student: $12 (18 and under) An original drama about a young woman who moves to Colorado to restart her life after a tragic loss. She rediscovers herself and her inner strength through rock climbing and unlikely friendships.

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B2Wins SATURDAY, APRIL 20 AT 7:30PM Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15 (18 and under) Fun loving Twin brothers present “Top 40 From the Last 40.” Four decades of the music you know

Country Roads: The Music of John Denver

SATURDAY, MAY 4 AT 7:30PM Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15 (18 and under) Headlined by Dennis Curley, Country Roads is a tribute show to one of America’s best-loved performers and draws deeply on Curley’s own love of John Denver’s music. Backed by a fantastic

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and love with a unique twist. This unforgettable, engaging show is all ages and features one of a kind renditions of everything from Sinatra to Ed Sheeran, Louis Armstrong to Dua Lipa, Michael Jackson to Daft Punk, Leonard Cohen to Nirvana.

Get ready to sing, dance, laugh and take your soul on a feel good ride through the chart topping hits of American Music.

six-piece band, Curley’s renditions of the music of John Denver are sure to bring a smile to audiences of all ages. Some of the featured tunes include “Take Me Home, Country Roads,” “Rocky Mountain High,” “Leaving on a Jet Plane,” and “Thank God I’m a Country Boy.” Front man Dennis Curley intersperses the songs with personal recollections of growing up with John Denver’s music, as well as stories from friends and family that will touch your heart and tickle your funny bone. And in a truly unique twist, he invites audience members to share their personal stories as well. Country Roads will delight fans old and new and is ideal for all ages.

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Couples Comedy with Mary Mack and Tim Harmston

comedy headliners--who happen to be married to one another-- hash it out playfully on stage! This husband-and-wife powerhouse is teaming up to co-headline an amazing night of comedy bliss!

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FRIDAY, MAY 17 AT 7:30PM Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15 (18 and under) Tim Harmston and Mary Mack are each comedy headliners by their own merits! Two national

Sidekicks Party Line: Music of the 80s

A totally tubular line up of the best tunes the 80s has to offer. From Madonna to Queen, from a-ha to Bowie, from Whitney to Huey Lewis, and everything in between, the 80s dance energy in this show is as high as our bangs!

SATURDAY, JUNE 15 AT 7:30PM Member: $20 / Non-Member: $25 / Student: $15 (18 and under)

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JUNE 26 - AUGUST 5, 2023 OPENING RECEPTION JUNE 30 5-7PM Carlander Gallery – Janell Hammer and Michael Finch Vranesh Gallery – Eric Zuccola K&M Gallery – Karen Peters: Creative Placemaking - Nature Prints, PCA 3D Creger Gallery – Trevor Gieseke AUGUST 7 – SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 OPENING RECEPTION AUGUST 11 5-7PM Carlander Gallery – Carley Swenson Vranesh Gallery – Gallery Committee Show K&M Gallery – Trudi Schaefer, Susan Johnson Creger Gallery – Kate Langlais Students

Karen Peters Eric Zuccola

SEPTEMBER 25 – NOVEMBER 11, 2023 OPENING RECEPTION SEPTEMBER 29 5-7PM Carlander Gallery – Stephen McKenzie Vranesh Gallery – Todd Harper K&M Gallery – EPIC Creger Gallery – Bethlehem Academy NOVEMBER 13 – DECEMBER 22, 2023 OPENING RECEPTION NOVEMBER 16 5-7PM Carlander Gallery – Bradley Donner Vranesh Gallery – Holly Days Sale K&M Gallery – Holly Days Sale Creger Gallery – Bethlehem Academy

Susan Johnson

Carley Swenson

Bradley Donner Trudi Schaefer

Stephen McKenzie

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24GALLERY JANUARY 8 - FEBRUARY 24, 2024 OPENING RECEPTION JANUARY 12 5-7PM Carlander Gallery – Dave Angell Vranesh Gallery – Kathryn Wood K&M Gallery – Robyn Hager, Robert Mueller Creger Gallery – Hunter Herbes STUDENT SHOW MARCH 8 - APRIL 13, 2024 OPENING RECEPTION MARCH 8 5-7PM

Dave Angell

FEBRUARY 26 – APRIL 6, 2024 OPENING RECEPTION MARCH 1, 5-7PM Carlander Gallery – Art Educators of MN, Opening reception March 2 11AM to 2 PM Vranesh Gallery – Linda Snouffer K&M Gallery – Melissa Kugler, Rhonda Norgaard Creger Gallery – Bethlehem Academy

Kathryn Wood

Robyn Hager

APRIL 8 - JUNE 1, 2024 OPENING RECEPTION APRIL 12 5-7PM Carlander Gallery – Curt Lund, Doug Clement Vranesh Gallery – Dan Crombie K&M Gallery – Made at the PCA Creger Gallery – Shattuck St. Mary’s

Robert Mueller

Art Educators of MN

Student Show JUNE 3 - JULY 6, 2024 OPENING RECEPTION JUNE 7 5-7PM Carlander Gallery – Paradise Members Show Vranesh Gallery – Wade Davis K&M Gallery – Summer Pop Up Shop Creger Gallery – TBD

Melissa Kugler Rhonda Norgaard Dan Crombie

Curt Lund Wade Davis

Doug Clement

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ASK US ABOUT HOSTING YOUR ADULT/CHILD BIRTHDAY ART PARTY

The Paradise Center for the Arts is committed to offering creative opportunities for the community. We welcome beginners as well as those with advanced experience. We offer a variety of classes that nurtures the love for the arts. Classes are available throughout the year. Please visit www.paradisecenterforthearts.org/education/ Children and adult classes: Hand Building & Wheel Throwing Pottery, Photography, Drawing, Jewelry, Painting, Fused Glass, Natural Fabric Dying, Sculpture, Kids Visual Arts & Theatre Camps, Season Projects and Classes, Adult Theatre, Bookmaking and MORE! Customize a class to fit your group or club needs. At the Paradise we realize everyone is busy and has different schedules. If our class times don’t work for you and your group, please call us to discuss your needs. We will work together to find a class that fits your schedule and needs.

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REGISTER FOR A CLASS TODAY You can now register for classes online at www. paradisecenterforthearts.org/education or call 507-332-7372 during open hours. Please register at least 3 days prior to the start date of the class. Teachers need time to get supplies ready.

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Just 50 minutes south of the Twin Cities and minutes east of I35. Located in Historic Downtown Faribault, MN. 321 Central Ave. N Faribault, MN 55021 507-332-7372 paradisecenterforthearts.org

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