Lynne Rothrock presents her 17th Christmas Cabaret, Dec. 12-14 at Whipple Auditorium at the Cedar Rapids Public Library. Lynne, Julia Andrews, and Greg Kanz tell Dennis that the show harkens back to the musical variety shows of our youth, with music and comedy presented by an ensemble that is just as much family as colleagues. …
The Cedar Rapids Concert Chorale is in the midst of its 60th anniversary celebration. Director Gerry Kreitzer says that the holiday concert will feature a stunning work by John Rutter, “Magnificat,” Dec. 14 at St. Paul’s Methodist in Cedar Rapids. Gerry also previews the rest of the 60th anniversary season, which will include an all-Beethoven …
Singer/Songwriter Carol Montag has been starring in Christmas shows in the Cedar Rapids area for many years, both as a part of the group Tribute, and now doing her own show. “A Carol Christmas” is coming up Dec. 14 & 15 at CSPS in Cedar Rapids. Joining Carol will be Cameron Sullenberger, musical director and …
Orchestra Iowa and Ballet Quad Cities team up once again this year for “The Nutcracker,” Dec. 7 at 2:30 and 7:30 at the Paramount Theatre. Music Director Tim Hankewich says that even though the Tchaikovsky’s music doesn’t change, the dancers and choreography do, presenting unique challenges and opportunities for both dancers and musicians. Tim also …
It’s “Christmas with Chorale Midwest,” Dec. 7 & 8 at Elizabeth Ann Seton Church in Hiawatha. Director Dr. Bradley Barrett talk, along with KCCK’s Bob Stewart, a charter member of the Chorale, talk to Dennis about picking the right literature for holiday concerts, and how the program is designed to take the audience chronologically through …
Artist Mary Zeran opens an exhibition of her latest work Dec. 6 at Gilded Pear Gallery. Mary tells Dennis about how her paintings are actually similar to sculptures, and gallery director Lauren Tucci talks about the art of displaying exhibits so they look their best on the gallery walls. Everyone is invited to the exhibit …
Pianist Jim McDonough’s “Holiday Grande” tour takes to the road again this year for shows all around the state, including shows in Anamosa on Nov. 29, and Cedar Rapids on Dec. 8. Jim talks to Dennis about the origins of the show, and how he meets the challenge of keeping it fresh after more than …
Old Creamery Theatre presents a brand-new holiday show, “Not Another Christmas Letter – The Musical.” Sean McCall says it’s a musical revue that walks the audience through many holiday traditions, from receiving that Christmas letter from the “perfect” family, to Black Friday, assembling toys in the wee hours of Christmas morning, plus a touching number …
