Cedar Rapids has a long history in drum corps, fielding its own high energy show group, the Emerald Knights, for many years. Interest in drum corps remains strong in the community, which is why the Tournament of Drums has grown to become one of the leading drum corps competitions in the nation. Nancy Andreasen and …
The flute takes center stage this week with the Cedar Rapids Municipal Band, as director Steve Shanley tells Dennis that the program will include a feature from the Coe Youth Flute Ensemble, July 11 and 22. The July 18 & 29th concerts will be the band’s annual Czech and Bohemian music feature, including selections from …
Theatre Cedar Rapids opens its 85th consecutive season with “My Fair Lady” in September. Other highlights include “Elf,” “The Full Monty,” and “Shakespeare in Love.”. Artistic Director Angie Toomsen breaks the season down. Tickets are on sale for the full season at www.theatrecr.org.
Twenty-four Iowa authors will converge on the Marion Columbus Club on July 21 for “Imagine Other Worlds with Authors” (I.O.W.A.), a book fair where you can browse, learn about each author’s work, and buy the ones that intrigue you. Kristine Plum and Aaron Bunce talk about their books, and invite everyone to stop by. Admission …
The Cedar Rapids Municipal Band presents three different programs over the next week, repeating their June 27 concert Sunday afternoon at Noelridge, and following that up with a patriotic concert on July 4, and another new show on July 8. Director Steve Shanley tells Dennis that one concert will feature a new composition by the …
The Bur Oak Land Trust presents “Music on the Prairie,” from 4:00pm-9:00pm Saturday, July 7th at the Trust’s Belgum Grove property near Hills. There will be hay wagon rides, guided tours, music from Banjoy and The Slow Draws, plus a raptor demonstration, including the legendary Gonzo the Turkey Vulture. Director Tammy Marie Wright also tells …
Theatre Cedar Rapids presents the musical “Heathers” June 29 – July 15. Based on the 1988 dark comedy about navigating the social hierarchy of high school, directors Emma Drtina and Ben Schmidt tell Dennis that the musical stays true to the original, edgy source material, but the music, choreography, and comedy combine to make the …
Iowa Cultural Corridor Alliance (ICCA) board member Rebecca Larkin brings in parallel lists of activities for the weekend, so you’ll have plenty of options whether the weather is wet or dry. Festivals in Amana and Iowa City, and theatre options at both ends of the Corridor, keep you covered whether you’re seeking sunshine or air …
