February 2025
DISCOUNTS:
Save 10% when you purchase tickets for 3 or more events at one time. If you’re purchasing online use the discount code SAVE10. GROUPS: Group discount of 10% for 10 or more people (use code GROUP10 on eligible shows), 20% for 20 or more people (use code GROUP20 on eligible shows) or call 218-327-5780 to secure groups.
Broadway’s Next Hit Musical is the only unscripted theatrical awards show. Have you heard of the TONY awards? Well, Broadway’s Next Hit Musical is…The PHONY Awards! The audience members write down made up song titles and our master improvisers gather these suggestions and present them as “nominated songs” for this coveted award. We create spontaneous scenes and songs filled with great dancing, catchy melodies, and tons of laughter. The audience votes for their favorite song and watches as the cast turns that song into a full blown improvised musical – complete with memorable characters, witty dialogue, and plot twists galore. BNHM has been seen recently throughout the United States and in New York City at The Triad Theater, The Tribeca Film Festival, and at The New York Musical Theater Festival, among many other locations.
All tickets are final sale and cannot be exchanged or refunded. In the case of an event cancellation without a rescheduled date, a refund will be issued. By purchasing a ticket to this event, you agree to this purchase policy. Before purchasing your tickets, we urge you to confirm the title, time and location of the event.
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The Minnesota State Band, the official Band of the State of Minnesota, is thrilled to announce its Winter Legacy Tour, including a free concert at The Reif Center at 2:00 p.m. on February 23. The “Mostly Marches and Overtures” program will feature a suite of John Philip Sousa marches arranged by state band member Brian Black. In addition to three overtures, the band will also perform band classics by Percy Grainger.
Please join your Minnesota State Band for a delightful concert performed by talented musicians.
This concert is made possible by a Legacy Grant from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
https://www.minnesotastateband.org/index.html
March 2025
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DISCOUNTS:
Save 10% when you purchase tickets for 3 or more events at one time. If you’re purchasing online use the discount code SAVE10. GROUPS: Group discount of 10% for 10 or more people (use code GROUP10 on eligible shows), 20% for 20 or more people (use code GROUP20 on eligible shows) or call 218-327-5780 to secure groups.
Join us on Friday, February 28th and Saturday, March 1st at 7PM for an excellent display of mixed repertoire by our Reif Dance Company and dancers from our ballet program. Choreography by teachers and students alike, this performance is sure to impress. The Reif Dance Company Show, now in its 27th year, has seen many iterations, but it has striven each year since its inception to push the boundaries of movement and encapsulate the raw abilities of the dancers.
All tickets are final sale and cannot be exchanged or refunded. In the case of an event cancellation without a rescheduled date, a refund will be issued. By purchasing a ticket to this event, you agree to this purchase policy. Before purchasing your tickets, we urge you to confirm the title, time and location of the event.
Made possible in part by Lake Country Power cooperative members through a grant through Operation RoundUp.
Agatha Christie’s
Murder on the Orient Express
Adapted for the stage by Ken Ludwig
“Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc.
In Advance: $22 Adult $20 Student/Senior. At the Door: $27 Adult $25 Student/Senior
10% Group Discount for 10+
Summary
Just after midnight, a snowdrift stops the Orient Express in its tracks. The luxurious train is surprisingly full for the time of the year, but by the morning it is one passenger fewer. An American tycoon lies dead in his compartment, stabbed eight times, his door locked from the inside. Isolated and with a killer in their midst, the passengers rely on detective Hercule Poirot to identify the murderer – in case he or she decides to strike again.
Cast List
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HERCULE POIROT- Aaron Prudhomme
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MONSIEUR BOUC- Bryan French
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MARY DEBENHAM- Emily Slaubaugh
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HECTOR MACQUEEN- Joshua Cagle
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MICHEL THE CONDUCTOR- Nathan Bergstedt
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PRINCESS DRAGOMIROFF- Laurie Antonson
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GRETA OHLSSON- Marie Sippola
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COUNTESS ANDRENYI- Chelsey Jo Johnson
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HELEN HUBBARD- Susie Loeffler
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COLONEL ARBUTHNOT- Charlie Butler
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SAMUEL RATCHETT- Gordy Savela
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HEAD WAITER/ADD’L VOICES- Tayler Emerson
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UNDERSTUDY-POIROT – Zach Nichols
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UNDERSTUDY-BOUC – Benjamin Robinson
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UNDERSTUDY-HUBBARD – Holly Durfee
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Crew
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DIRECTOR- John Schroeder
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STAGE MANAGER- Amy Stovall
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ASST SM/ASST DIR- Sammi Benson
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ASST DIR – Zach Nichols
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STAGEHANDS- Rachel Newman, Greg Tuttle
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BOARD OPPERATOR- Amanda Klampe
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COSTUME DIRECTOR- Sharon Marty
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FRONT OF HOUSE- Erin Greniger
DISCOUNTS:
Save 10% when you purchase tickets for 3 or more events at one time. If you’re purchasing online use the discount code SAVE10. GROUPS: Group discount of 10% for 10 or more people (use code GROUP10 on eligible shows), 20% for 20 or more people (use code GROUP20 on eligible shows) or call 218-327-5780 to secure groups.
50 YEARS OF JUGGLING AND CHEAP THEATRICS
Expect the unexpected with the Flying Karamazov Brothers, a zany band of flame-throwing, juggling, kilt-and-tutu-wearing eccentrics grace The Reif’s stage in 2025! The group is celebrating its 50th anniversary, having shared laugh-out-loud comedy, wild theatrics and a “stunning spectacle of feats” (Time Out New York Kids) to rave reviews on Broadway and around the world. “As close to a sure thing as can be found onstage,” (The New York Times) the troupe’s wildly popular show, 4PLAY, ensures “nobody leaves the theater without a big grin!”
All tickets are final sale and cannot be exchanged or refunded. In the case of an event cancellation without a rescheduled date, a refund will be issued. By purchasing a ticket to this event, you agree to this purchase policy. Before purchasing your tickets, we urge you to confirm the title, time and location of the event.
Tickets:
If you are part of a Senior/Assisted Living facility and wish to attend as a group, PLEASE CALL to place an order to ensure accommodations can be met (do not purchase tickets online). 218.327.5780 (M-F, 11am to 4pm).
The award winning Grand Rapids HS Jazz Ensemble welcomes you to hear the sounds of the Big Band era. The music will have you tapping your feet, snapping your fingers and if the mood moves you, dancing in the aisles!
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This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
DISCOUNTS:
Save 10% when you purchase tickets for 3 or more events at one time. If you’re purchasing online use the discount code SAVE10. GROUPS: Group discount of 10% for 10 or more people (use code GROUP10 on eligible shows), 20% for 20 or more people (use code GROUP20 on eligible shows) or call 218-327-5780 to secure groups.
On March 7, 2025, at 7 PM, the Itasca Symphony Orchestra in partnership with The Reif, will present The Universe at the Symphony, a mesmerizing multimedia concert blending science and music.
The evening will feature three iconic movements from Gustav Holst’s The Planets, and will evoke the sense of wonder found in The Legend of the Northern Lights by composer Christopher Theofanidis, where stories, music, and visuals come together to explain the mysteries of the universe. As in this legend, where a child’s curiosity leads to a deeper understanding of the natural world, this concert seeks to spark that same sense of curiosity and awe.
This performance will be elevated by the visual artistry and talks by Dr. José Francisco Salgado, an Emmy-nominated astronomer and visual artist whose work masterfully bridges the gap between science and art. His stunning visual projections, will include imagery from NASA and the European Space Agency, taking the audience on a celestial voyage through space. Dr. Salgado’s work is not just a scientific exploration but an artistic interpretation that invites the audience to marvel at the beauty of the universe.
Just as humankind has long looked to the night sky for answers, The Universe at the Symphony will inspire you to wonder about the stars, the planets, and the mysteries of space.
Don’t miss this extraordinary event!
All tickets are final sale and cannot be exchanged or refunded. In the case of an event cancellation without a rescheduled date, a refund will be issued. By purchasing a ticket to this event, you agree to this purchase policy. Before purchasing your tickets, we urge you to confirm the title, time and location of the event.
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Folksinger/songwriter Kelley Smith is a hopeless romantic who fancies old poetry and grandpa sweaters. All at once whimsical and haunting, Smith delivers deeply affecting lyrics with wry charm and a time traveler’s voice. Prone to melancholy and daydreaming, Kelley spent her childhood roaming the woods of Minnesota and singing to forest animals. To this day, her longing for that landscape runs deep and seems to find its way into her songs in one way or another.
Raised by musicians, Smith always had music in her bones, but it wasn’t until she was 40 and a mother of four that her first record, Moon Child (2022), came to be. As an insomniac, she wrote this first batch of songs by moonlight. They evoke a sense of belonging, juxtaposed with escapism, as she croons about long-term love, grief, and her draw to the night sky. ”Her authentic, rootsy sound, falling somewhere between country, folk, bluegrass and old-time music, is a pitch-perfect vehicle for the themes she explores…” – Adventures in Americana
Since 2022, Kelley has been honored to share stages with folks such as Charlie Parr, Kelly Hunt, Wild Horses, Dave Simonett, Alan Sparhawk, Stephen Wilson Jr., John Louis, and Drew Peterson. Most often performing solo or as a duo, Smith interprets old folk songs on guitar and banjo, in addition to her original music.
”…armed only with her guitar and a spine-tingling voice, you couldn’t tell she’s only been at this a couple years. Smith transported the room into a realm of enchantment both beautiful and sorrowful. With deeply affecting lyrics and haunting melodies, Smith shared stories we could all relate to. Her solo acoustic set created an atmosphere of intimacy and vulnerability, allowing the audience to connect on a deep and personal level..” – Adventures in Americana
The Reif Cozy Concert Series features Minnesota-based singer-songwriters performing their own heartfelt and original compositions. You can expect a diverse range of styles, from folk and indie to blues and Americana. Each show offers a unique opportunity to connect with artists and their music in the intimate Ives Theater at The Reif Center. These poignant, stripped-down performances are sure to capture the raw intensity of the gifted storytellers grown right here in our region.
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DISCOUNTS:
Save 10% when you purchase tickets for 3 or more events at one time. If you’re purchasing online use the discount code SAVE10. GROUPS: Group discount of 10% for 10 or more people (use code GROUP10 on eligible shows), 20% for 20 or more people (use code GROUP20 on eligible shows) or call 218-327-5780 to secure groups.
Did you hear it?
David Moody had an opportunity to speak with senior Lily Stark about the upcoming Reif performances of ‘Disney’s Newsies Jr.’ The interview aired on KOZY 93.1 FM/AM 1320, as part of the ‘Afternoon Cleanup’ with Joe and Kyle.
If you didn’t catch it on the radio, listen to it here!
Daring kids take on newspaper giants in this toe-tapping underdog story inspired by the 1899 Newsboys’ Strike. Featuring “King of New York,” “The World Will Know,” and more empowering anthems from the original Disney film, this musical will have you singing, dancing, and seizing the day!
Book by Harvey Fierstein, Lyrics by Jack Feldman, Music by Alan Menken
Based on the Disney film written by Bob Tzudiker and Noni White
Disney’s Newsies Jr. is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
www.mtishows.com
This event is not just about indulging in a delicious breakfast but also about coming together as a community to support Reif Theater Arts! Funds raised will go toward purchasing costumes, sets and props for Newsies Jr. this March.
All tickets are final sale and cannot be exchanged or refunded. In the case of an event cancellation without a rescheduled date, a refund will be issued. By purchasing a ticket to this event, you agree to this purchase policy. Before purchasing your tickets, we urge you to confirm the title, time and location of the event.
Mon, March 24, 7pm – GRHS 9th Grade Band Concert – Wilcox Theater
Contact Dale Gunderson, 218-327-5760 ext 41502
Free event, no tickets required