Celebrate Wood River

Celebrate Wood River

Performing Arts & Entertainment Series

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Free Admission to All Performances.

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“Don’t Stop Me Now” A Celebration of Rock Musicals

Rock Music Band

Sunday, 9/29/24 at 2:30 pm

Don’t Stop Me Now is a vibrant celebration of the music from beloved rock musicals such as Jesus Christ Superstar, Jersey Boys, Rock of Ages, Movin’ Out, Hair, Rent, and more! This show is produced by Billy McGuigan’s Rave On Productions, so you know it will be fantastic!

This electrifying performance showcases four talented lead vocalists, accompanied by a dynamic band. What sets it apart is the brilliant original script, weaving together lively and humorous commentary between these iconic songs.

It’s not just a musical journey; it’s a lively, funny, and family-friendly experience, offering a perfect blend of familiar tunes and engaging storytelling that keeps the show pulsating with energy

Nebraska Brass

Nebraska Brass

Sunday, 11/10/2024 at 2:30 pm

Nebraska Brass is one of the Midwest’s most popular brass quintets, performing a wide variety of music including classical, Dixieland, and jazz. Given the holidays are right around the corner, half of this program will be Christmas music. The Nebraska Brass celebrated its 35th anniversary in 2022. You’ll be entertained by the ensemble’s style and precision, as well as their engaging and lighthearted commentary.

Paddywhack

String Beans

Sunday, 3/9/25 at 2:30 pm

Just in time to bring out the Irish in us all, come enjoy traditional folk music from Ireland and the British Isles by Paddywhack. With more than a dozen instruments and 3-part vocal harmonies, Paddywhack offers a stunning variety of musical styles, songs and dance tunes. Their repertoire of songs includes acapella sea shanties, Irish pub sing-alongs, provocative ballads and rebel songs. Traditional dance tunes of jigs, reels, hornpipes and waltzes utilize their extensive list of instruments, which includes guitar, fiddle, mandolin, English concertina, banjo, tin whistle, accordion, hammered dulcimer, piano, bodhran (Irish drum) and more. So come “laugh, dance and sing” with music inspired by the ancient Celts, Scottish kilts, English coal miners, Irish leprechauns and an evening at the pub, with the music of Paddywhack

Paul Siebert Musicman

Paul Siebert

Monday, 4/7/25 at 7:00pm

For over 30 years, Paul Siebert’s quality blend of live family entertainment has delighted thousands with his unique style and vast repertoire of popular American music that is second to none! Paul uses only acoustic instruments and vocals to deliver popular tunes covering all genres of folk, classical, rock, and country western music from the 1940’s to 1990’s.

Local Arts

Christmas Cantata

12/15/24 @ 2:30 pm, St. Mary's Catholic Church, 1108 Dodd St, Wood River.

Appreciate the sounds of Christmas as this central Nebraska choir presents their annual cantata event.

Easter Cantata

4/6/25 @ 2:30 pm, St. Mary's Catholic Church, 1108 Dodd St, Wood River.

Get swept away in the majesty of Easter during this central Nebraska choir's cantata presentation.

All School Play

The spring 2025 production from Wood River High School’s Music & Drama Department is guaranteed to entertain you. Details available at www.woodrivereagles.org early 2025.