Dear Friends,
Iam excited to share with you a truly remarkable season of the NIACC Performing Arts and Lead‐ership Series! Our team has been hard at work crafting a lineup that celebrates a diverse array of artistic expressions, from the hilarious to the enchanting, and everything in between.
The season will offer several opportunities to learn more about artists we have admired for years in the intimate setting of our community auditorium.
February looks to be full of heart‐felt personal stories and triumphs from both Steven Curtis Chapman and Randy Travis’ journeys in life.
Broadway’s finest will make their North Iowa premieres with Tony®winners Hadestown and THE BOOK OF MORMON. Hadestown is a stunning retelling of ancient love stories that has been captivating audiences everywhere. THE BOOK OF MORMON has been called “the funniest musical of
all time” by Entertainment Weekly. Please note that it contains explicit language.
For families and fans of beloved characters, you won’t want to miss the charming and lively productions of Bluey’s Big Play and Encanto: The Sing‐Along Film Concert. These shows promise fun‐filled experiences that will have you singing, dancing, and smiling along with the whole family.
As always, I encourage you to do your research when deciding whether a show is right for you.
I know you’ll find what you’re looking for with us this 2024 – 2025 season!
Lindsay Dalrymple Director of the NIACC Performing Arts and Leadership Series
A special thanks to the NIACC Performing Arts and Leadership Advisory Board:
Dennis Borcherding
Mary Cole
Joel Everist
Ruth Fredericks
Meet our team!
Deb
Leon KuehnerChris
Krys SloanJim
Heidi Stoltenberg
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Whose Live Anyway? is an evening of hilarious improvised comedy and song all based on audience suggestions. Cast members Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Jeff B. Davis, and Joel Murray will leave you gasping with the very witty scenes they invent before your eyes. Audience participation is key to the show; so bring your suggestions, and you might be asked to join the cast on stage! Whose Live Anyway? showcases some of the improv games made famous on the long‐running TV show as well as some exciting new ones, featuring musical direction by Bob Derkach. All ages are welcome, but please note that some PG‐13 language will be used during the performance.
*$20 tickets are not eligible for season ticket packages
With his laid ‐ back demeanor, charming personality, and listening music, Daniel has made a name for himself around the world. Whether he’s serenading audiences with his light country songs, sharing a traditional Irish ballad, or performing a pop song, his music appeals to the masses and nearly every performance is a sell‐out. From his humble Irish roots, he grew to become one of the world’s most prominent Irish singers. PBS has hosted several Daniel O’Donnell specials propelling him into the hearts and homes of people around the world. On stage, he shares some laughs, inspiration, and stories of his life and the music he performs—connecting with the audience in a way few people in show business can replicate.
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*$25 tickets are not eligible for season ticket packages
Join Bluey and Bingo as they pull out all of the games and cleverness at their disposal to get Dad off that bean bag. Bluey’s Big Play is a brand new theatrical adaptation of the Award‐winning children’s television series, with an original story by Bluey creator Joe Brumm and new music by Bluey composer Joff Bush. Join the Heelers in their first live theatre show made just for you which will feature brilliantly created puppets. This is Bluey as you’ve never seen it before–brought to real life. Bluey’s Big Play is presented by BBC Studios and Andrew Kay in association with Windmill Theatre Co.
LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS PERFORMANCE bluey.tv
*$35 tickets are not eligible for season ticket packages
Leonid & Friends have blown the minds of fans with their uncanny ability to capture the spirit, musicality, and fire of American supergroup Chicago. Leonid Vorobyev scoured Europe with the intention of building a group of performers to create and fulfill a vision of “musicians for musicians.” They have since expanded their repertoire to include Earth Wind & Fire, Blood Sweat & Tears, Ides of March, Stevie Wonder, Steely Dan, Deep Purple, and new original material. This incredible 11‐piece band has over 700,000 followers across social media and an astonishing 200+ million video views. The future is only looking up for Leonid & Friends.
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*$25 tickets are not eligible for season ticket packages
Disney Concerts and AMP Worldwide present Encanto: The Sing ‐Along Film Concert where Encanto lovers of all ages will have the opportunity to sing along with their favorite Grammy®Award‐winning songs performed by the live band, Banda de la Casita, while watching the full film. Produced by AMP Worldwide, this event will include the music of the Academy®Award‐ winning film, featuring original songs by Academy®Award ‐ nominated, Tony,® and Grammy ® ‐winning songwriter/composer Lin ‐ Manuel Miranda with an original score by Academy®Award‐nominated and Grammy®‐winning composer Germaine Franco.
*Youth tickets are not eligible for season ticket packages
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis has been North Iowa’s favorite holiday tradition for more than 35 years! Back by popular demand, Grammy®Award‐winner Chip Davis has created a show that features Mannheim Steam‐roller Christmas classics in the distinctive Mannheim sound. The program includes 15 musicians playing more than 20 instruments against a backdrop of dazzling multimedia effects–capturing the spirit of the season in an immersive yet intimate setting.
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mannheimsteamroller.com
*$30 tickets are not eligible for season ticket packages
Aphenomenal physical performance exploring all forms of rotation, 360 Allstars connects the street with the elite to deliver a supercharged urban circus. Boasting a stellar cast of world champion and world record‐holding athletes and artists, 360 Allstars is a spectacular fusion of the extraordinary artistry that emerges from street culture. Add to this a stunning live soundtrack delivered by award‐winning musicians, coupled with spectacular video projections, 360 Allstars is as aurally exciting as it is visually astounding. A magnificent, colorful, and astonishing expression of a generation that has reinvented the circus, 360 Allstars is a revolutionary production that will leave you dizzy with excitement!
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onyx-productions.com/360allstars
*$25 tickets are not eligible for season ticket packages
Nothing says Christmas at NIACC like an evening with our dear friends, The Blenders! Originally from Fargo, North Dakota, The Blenders relocated to Minneapolis, Minnesota, in 1994 and have called it their home ever since. They have been touring the U.S. for 31 years with their unique style of vocal, har‐mony‐based music. They have appeared on a variety of national and regional television shows including The Arsenio Hall Show (FOX), the Today Show , Crook & Chase (TNN), and WGN ‐TV. Delighting our audience with their signature vocal sound, The Blenders are sure to make your evening merry.
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*$20 tickets are not eligible for season ticket packages
Michael blew us away last year, and he is excited to come back to Mason City in time for the holidays. Michael Cavanaugh combines modern Christmas songs such as “Last Christmas” and “Wonderful Christmastime” with classic holiday hits like “Jingle Bell Rock,” “Winter Wonderland,” and “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” to create a fun, rockin’ musical show for the yuletide season. Sprinkle in a selection of classic pop and rock songs by Billy Joel, Elton John, and more. And…even Scrooge will be dancing in the aisles!
*$20 tickets are not eligible for season ticket packages
Welcome to Hadestown where a song can change your fate. Winner of eight 2019 Awards including Best Musical and Grammy ®Award for Best Musical Theater Album, this acclaimed new show from celebrated singer‐ songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and innovative director Rachel Chavkin ( Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 ) is a love story for today...and always.
Hadestown intertwines two mythic tales–that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone–as it invites you on a hell ‐ raising journey to the underworld and back. Mitchell’s beguiling melodies and Chavkin’s poetic imagination pit industry against nature, doubt against faith, and fear against love. Performed by a vibrant ensemble of actors, dancers, and singers, Hadestown is a haunting and hopeful theatrical experience that grabs you and never lets you go.
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hadestowntour.com
In a career that has spanned more than three decades, Steven Curtis Chapman is the most awarded artist in Christian music history. With 59 Gospel Music Association (GMA) Dove Awards, five Grammy®Awards, an American Music Award, and a historic 50 No. 1 singles, he has sold more than 17 million albums with ten RIAA‐Certified®Gold or Platinum albums to his credit. His songs of hope have also crossed genres, seeing collaborations with Glenn Campbell, Ricky Skaggs, Brad Paisley, Lauren Alaina, Mitchell Tenpenny, and more.
*$25 tickets are not eligible for season ticket packages
The Randy Travis: More Life Tour features the legendary country singer and his co‐star in The Price, James Dupré. The Country Music Hall ‐ of‐ Fame member’s long‐ time touring band—consisting of Steve Hinson, David Johnson, Lance Dary, Bill Cook, Joe Van Dyke, Herb Shucher, and long‐time tour manager Jeff Davis—will rejoin “Hoss” (as they affectionately call Travis) on the road for the first time since his stroke in 2013. The show will consist of Dupré and the band performing all 16 of his iconic number ones including “On The Other Hand,” “Forever and Ever, Amen” and “Three Wooden Crosses.”
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*$35 tickets are not eligible for season ticket packages
DRUMLine Live is an international tour based on the Historically Black College and University (HBCU) marching band tradition. With riveting rhythms, bold beats, and ear‐ grabbing energy, the stage show is a synchronized musical showcase of the HBCU experience. The band incorporates original compositions and soul ‐ infused interpretations of top 40 hits ranging from colorful, choreographed routines, to heavy doses of drum riffs and cadences.
*$20 tickets are not eligible for season ticket packages
The Shamrock Tenors are Irish music’s most exciting new international hit! Their show takes you on a journey through Ireland’s most beloved classic songs—in beautiful five‐part harmony—whilst sharing their love for home and how far it has come in recent years. With all your favorites including “Danny Boy,” “Black Velvet Band,” “Whiskey in the Jar,” and “The Wild Rover,” this is a show for all ages performed with that cheeky Belfast charm!
LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS PERFORMANCE shamrocktenors.com
*$20 tickets are not eligible for season ticket packages
Amusical celebration of America’s first “teen idol,” Rock and Roll Hall ‐ of‐ Famer Ricky Nelson emerged from The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet to establish himself as one of the most important rock artists and influential musicians of the last 50 years. The family legacy continues as Ricky’s twins, Matthew and Gunnar Nelson, present an interactive, multimedia concert experience, taking the audience on a journey down memory lane. They will perform their dad’s greatest hits including “Poor Little Fool,” “Hello Mary Lou,” “Travelin’ Man,” “I’m Walking,” “Garden Party,” alongside their self‐penned chart toppers. This show is truly a slice of Americana!
*$20 tickets are not eligible for season ticket packages
Classic Albums Live has earned their reputation of performing rock music’s most influential albums live on stage just like you remember them. Featuring a roster of world‐class musi‐cians from across the globe, they will perform one of U2’s greatest albums, The Joshua Tree, in its entirety–note for note, cut for cut! The Joshua Tree includes hits such as “With or Without You,” “Where the Streets Have No Name,” “I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For,” and more. Get ready for a night full of U2’s greatest hits!
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*$20 tickets are not eligible for season ticket packages
The New York Times calls it “the best musical of this century.” The Washington Post says, “It is the kind of evening that restores your faith in musicals.” And Entertainment Weekly says, “Grade A: the funniest musical of all time.” Jimmy Fallon of The Tonight Show calls it “Genius. Brilliant. Phenomenal.” It’s THE BOOK OF MORMON, the nine‐time Tony ® Award ‐ winning Best Musical. Contains explicit language.
Single tickets go on sale to the public on Wednesday, August 14, at 9:00 a.m.
