'Tis the Season!

Whether you're all about the holiday spirit or just looking for something fun to get you out of the house as winter sets in, here's what we've got going on this month:

	The Grand Avenue Business Association rings in the holidays with the annual Grand Meander on Saturday, Dec 2. A beloved tradition, Grand Meander combines the charm of historic Grand Avenue and the cozy communal spirit of the holidays. The day features breakfast with Santa, art shows, musical performances, carolers, trolley rides and a soup tasting contest at Grand Avenue restaurants.
	JazzMN Orchestra Swings in the Holidays is an evening of holiday favorites with guest vocalist Connie Evingson at Chanhassen Dinner Theatre on Monday, Dec 18, at 7:30 pm. Single tickets, as well as 3- and 4-show packages, are on sale now.
	Celebrate the holidays with the Sealy family in the Midwest premiere of Colman Domingo's dramedy Dot, playing Dec 8 - Jan 7 on the Proscenium Stage at Park Square Theatre. Directed by E.G. Bailey, Dot is filled with laughter and heartbreak—a testament to the enduring bonds of family. Also playing at Park Square this month is a new production of the American classic, Of Mice and Men. Part of the 3M Student Series, a limited number of public performances will be staged through Dec 16.

Coming up in November and December

With only a couple months left in the year and the holiday season upon us, there's no shortage of events in the Twin Cities' performing arts community. Here's what's coming up:

	Within a stark contemporary setting and an atmosphere filled with modernist music, Joel Sass' production of Hamlet at Park Square Theatre adds a new dimension to one of Shakespeare's greatest tragedy. The show plays on the Proscenium Stage through Nov 11. Then, the Midwest premiere of Colman Domingo's dramedy Dotopens on the Proscenium Stage Dec 8. Directed by E.G. Bailey, Dot is filled with laughter and heartbreak—a testament to the enduring bonds of family. On the Andy Boss Thrust Stage comes a new production of an American classic. Driven by music and the clashing cultures of Latino, white and black migrant workers, Of Mice and Men puts you in the gritty palm of the American spirit. Part of the 3M Student Series, a limited number of public performances will also be staged Nov 9 through Dec 16.
	Hamline Church United Methodist continues its third annual Music and Arts Series with singer-songwriter Carrie Newcomer on Saturday, Nov 11, and acclaimed jazz pianist Laura Caviani on Saturday, Nov 18. Tickets to Carrie Newcomer are available online in advance, and tickets to Laura Caviani are available at the door with a free-will offering.
	The Grand Avenue Business Association rings in the holidays with the annual Grand Meander on Saturday, Dec 2. A beloved tradition, Grand Meander combines the charm of historic Grand Avenue and the cozy communal spirit of the holidays. The day features breakfast with Santa, art shows, musical performances, carolers, trolley rides and a soup tasting contest at Grand Avenue restaurants.
	At the Ordway Concert Hall, Oratorio Society of Minnesota begins their 2017-18 Season on Veterans Day, November 10, with a program dedicated to the universal longing for world peace. Joining the OSM chorus and orchestra will be the Prior Lake High School Concert Choir as part of their Viva Coro! youth engagement program.
	JazzMN Orchestra Swings in the Holidays is an evening of holiday favorites with guest vocalist Connie Evingson at Chanhassen Dinner Theatre on Monday, Dec 18, at 7:30 pm. Single tickets, as well as 3- and 4-show packages, are on sale now.

We are delighted to be working with our newest client, Painted Prairie Vineyard, near Connie's home-town in Murry County, MN. Started in 2006, Painted Prairie is a family-owned and operated vineyard and winery with a variety of fun events from bonfires to yoga--and, of course, wine tastings. Check them out next time you're in southwest Minnesota!

Labor Day is right around the corner, and while the weekend may be the unofficial end of summer as the days become shorter and kids head back to school, it also ushers in the start of a new season in the Twin Cities performing arts community. Here's what's coming up:

	Park Square Theatre's 2017-2018 Season kicks off on September 15 with Henry and Alice: Into the Wild, a hilarious follow-up to the smash hit Sexy Laundry, playing through October 22 on the Andy Boss Thrust Stage. The Pproscenium Stage opens its curtains on October 13 with a brand new take on William Shakespeare's Hamlet, adapted and directed by Joel Sass. Single tickets and season packages are on sale now.
	JazzMN Orchestra returns to the Ordway Concert Hall for the first show in their 2017-18 Season on Friday, October 20, featuring internationally acclaimed jazz trombonist Wycliffe Gordon as well as Twin Cities vocalist Yolande Bruce. Single tickets, as well as 3- and 4-show packages, are on sale now. If you can't wait until October for some more jazz, join JazzMN Orchestra as they accompany singer/saxophonist Curtis Stigers for a special show at the Dakota Jazz Club on September 19.
	Also at the Ordway Concert Hall, Oratorio Society of Minnesota begins their 2017-18 Season on Veterans Day, November 10, with a program dedicated to the universal longing for world peace. Joining the OSM chorus and orchestra will be the Prior Lake High School Concert Choir as part of their Viva Coro! youth engagement program.