Arts & Performance

Continental Ballet Company has created an on-demand video featuring several dances from the ballet Swan Lake, as well as a variety of backstage scenes from CBC’s ballet production preparation. We are anxious to return to the theater, but until that time, we are offering this virtual sampling of classical ballet for spring 2021.

Video will be available to view from Sunday, March 27 at 9:00 am to Monday, April 5 at 10:00 pm 

  Read more about Continental Ballet's Virtual performance of Swan Lake Excerpts and Backstage Scenes!

Head over to the Inver Grove Heights community center where you will find over 100 local artisan vendors from handmade crafters, upcyclers, artists, bakers and photographers. Free admission. Veterans Memorial Community Center, 8055 Barabra Ave., Inver Grove Heights; local.aarp.org Read more about April Showers Craft and Gift Expo

The Minnesota Orchestra returns to Orchestra Halls stage this spring with a re-imagined concert season titled “This is Minnesota Orchestra” and is designed for television, radio and streaming audiences. So, sit back and enjoy the classical entertainment of this week’s concert, Soaring Strings, from the comfort of your home. Free. 8–9:30 p.m. For ways to watch and listen visit minnesotaorchestra.org. Read more about This is Minnesota Orchestra

You’re invited to this year’s Virtual Clue Coffeehouse! Join us on February 20th @ 7PM to solve a murder mystery, witness the talent of WHS students, and support Avenues For Youth, an organization devoted to helping young people, especially LGBTQ+ youth, navigate their way out of homelessness by providing housing, relationships, and resources. RSVP at the QR Code! Read more about Woodbury High School Coffeehouse

Is your child interested in learning about the arts? Mayer Arts teaches proper technique, terminology, body awareness and an appreciation for the arts.

Everyone will learn how to put together a professional show from start to finish by learning how to properly speak lines, block a scene, develop characters and much more! No experience necessary. Please wear comfortable clothing and lightweight tennis or dance shoes. Friends and family are invited to a special performance in the amphitheater beginning the last 30 minutes of the final class on April 8. Read more about Toy Story Musical Theater Class

Is your child interested in learning about the arts? Mayer Arts teaches proper technique, terminology, body awareness and an appreciation for the arts.

Everyone will learn how to put together a professional show from start to finish by learning how to properly speak lines, block a scene, develop characters and much more! No experience necessary. Please wear comfortable clothing and lightweight tennis or dance shoes. Friends and family are invited to a special performance in the amphitheater beginning the last 30 minutes of the final class on April 8. Read more about Mulan Musical Theater Camp

Gather your family and join Minnesota Center for Book Arts Lead Teaching Artist Madeline Garcia for a free virtual workshop! You’ll learn how to make 3 unique pop-up valentine cards to send to your loved ones. Fun and accessible to many developmental levels, this hour-long workshop is open to all ages. Families can choose to work together or side-by-side to create their valentines. Read more about Love Local: Make Pop-Up Valentines!

Holiday classics, traditional Irish carols, heartwarming duets, full orchestral sounds, and wonderful choirs will sweep you away to spend the evening in the warmth and the glow of Christmas in Ireland. Read more about A Virtually Celtic Christmas

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Light up your holidays and join Christmas’ favorite couple, Ellen and Clark Griswold, for this virtual salute to the holiday classic, “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.” Chevy Chase (Clark) and Beverly D’Angelo (Ellen) lead audiences through this live event as they share fan-favorite clips from the movie, reveal their favorite memories from the making of the “Vacation” franchise, and answer your questions in a live audience Q & A. Read more about A (Virtual) Christmas with The Griswolds: An Evening with Chevy Chase and Beverly D’Angelo