Past Events — 2022

After four consecutive seasons of sold-out performances at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres, Legends of Country makes its debut at the Zumbrota State Theatre. Filled with #1 Billboard country chart-toppers from the 1950s through today, the show features songs by Glen Campbell, Roger Miller, Patsy Cline, Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers, and many more.

At The Zumbrota State Theatre.

"John Gorka is perhaps the quintessential iconic singer-songwriter of the '80s folk scene. Hailing from New Jersey but forged in the Greenwich Village Fast Folk scene, he honed his craft and persona into an unmistakable image. The shy, wry, insightful, and yes, sensitive singer-songwriter has been copied and parodied. But the old coat he wove still fits, and still suits him well. The old songs ring as true as they ever did, and the new ones are just as good."

At The Zumbrota State Theatre.

Nine musicians from the St. Cloud area who have been making music together for 20 years perform Wings Over America, based primarily on Wings' 1976 live album. Primarily composed of members of Collective Unconscious — the band who brought you the Beatles' "Abbey Road," the Beach Boys' "Pet Sounds," Simon and Garfunkel's "Bridge Over Troubled Water," and CSNY's "Déjà Vu."

At The Zumbrota State Theatre.

"The music of John Denver is timeless and well known. The Tribute to the Music of John Denver by the Layne Yost Group is a faithful performance of songs and stories that capture and pay homage to the music and the man." Jon Shimoda on bass and Carol McDowall on fiddle accompany Yost's pure vocals and guitar playing. Woven within the music are stories that give insight into Denver's life and legacy.

Best known for "Take Me Home, Country Roads," "Annie's Song," "Sunshine on My Shoulders," and "Thank God I'm a Country Boy." At The Zumbrota State Theatre.

Named in honor of Bill Monroe, "The Father of Bluegrass Music," Monroe Crossing dazzles audiences with an electrifying blend of classic bluegrass, bluegrass gospel, original bluegrass, and even selections outside the bluegrass genre. Their superb musicianship and on-stage rapport have entertained audiences across the United States, Canada, and Europe.

Tickets $26. At The Zumbrota State Theatre.

Sophie and her dad have a confusing relationship — confusing because she doesn't know which of three different men it is! While Sophie's mom Donna is busy preparing for her daughter's wedding, the three possible dads all show up for the occasion. Who will walk Sophie down the aisle? Find out in Z-Theatre's production of Mamma Mia featuring all of your favorite ABBA hits. Sponsored by Zumbrota Veterinary Clinic.

Performances: June 3 (Fri 7 PM), June 4 (Sat 7 PM), June 5 (Sun 2 PM), June 10 (Fri 7 PM), June 11 (Sat 7 PM), June 12 (Sun 2 PM). At The Zumbrota State Theatre.

Songs of Hope, the concert tour resulting from a six-week youth performing arts project in St. Paul, MN, stops in Zumbrota for the tenth time. The young vocalists sing songs from their own homelands mixed with U.S. songs. This year's participating children are from countries including India, Turkey, Italy, Russia, Iraq, Israel, Jamaica, Guatemala, Argentina, and the United States.

Sponsored by Crossings and the Zumbrota Area Arts Council. Free event at The Zumbrota State Theatre.

He looks like Cash. He sounds like Cash. He moves like Cash. Nobody does Johnny Cash like Terry Lee Goffee. Goffee does more than play the music or "impersonate" Cash — like an actor in a play, he becomes his character from the moment he walks on stage until the end of the show. He was chosen to provide the moves for a Cash character on the Guitar Hero 5 video game.

Cash — The Man in Black — is widely considered one of the most influential American musicians of the 20th century, spanning country, rock and roll, blues, folk, rockabilly, and gospel. At The Zumbrota State Theatre.

Colleen Raye, Debbie O'Keefe, and Katie Gearty bring their talents to the stage to perform classic '60s tunes from the female artists of the era — Dionne Warwick, Dusty Springfield, Petula Clark, Lesley Gore, Cass Elliot, Barbra Streisand, Shirley Bassey, Tammy Wynette, and Mary Travers of Peter, Paul and Mary.

Mixed with dynamic vocals, excellent musicianship, laughs, fun facts, reminiscing, and sing-alongs, Sirens of the '60s is an evening of exceptionally groovy entertainment. At The Zumbrota State Theatre.

The 25th Annual Manhattan Short Film Festival screens its Final Ten international short film finalists simultaneously across 400+ venues on six continents. Each film is automatically Oscar-qualified.

Two screenings at The Zumbrota State Theatre: Friday, September 23 and Saturday, September 24, both at 7:30 PM. Tickets $10 at the door — no online sales.

The Irish soul songwriting genius of Van Morrison is celebrated in grand form with Beautiful Vision. Featuring the most popular of his material — "Brown Eyed Girl," "Domino," "Jackie Wilson Said," and "Wild Nights" — alongside classics like "Street Choir," "Wavelength," and "Cleaning Windows." A spectacular 13-piece band serves as a soulful catalyst for this remarkable night of music.

At The Zumbrota State Theatre.

Minnesota's premier Neil Young tribute band, featuring Al Neff (DJ for the radio series "Into the Music" on KRPR 89.9) telling the compelling stories behind the amazing music of Neil Young — from the early years of Buffalo Springfield, CSNY, and Crazy Horse, and beyond.

Powderfinger has been performing all the hits and deeper album cuts for over 20 years. Expect long jams on "Down by the River," "Cowgirl in the Sand," and "Rockin' in the Free World," plus hits like "Old Man," "Heart of Gold," and "Harvest Moon." At The Zumbrota State Theatre.

A free Halloween matinee screening of Ghostbusters on the big screen. The Girl Scouts ask attendees to bring a donation to the area food shelf.

Made possible by the voters of Minnesota and SEMAC thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Internationally acclaimed pianist, vocalist, and Kawai-endorsed touring artist Phil Thompson performs a night of Billy Joel and Elton John's biggest hits, with special guest Scott Dorff on saxophones. Sing along to "Bennie & The Jets," "Your Song," "My Life," "Scenes from an Italian Restaurant," "Rocket Man," "It's Still Rock and Roll to Me," "Crocodile Rock," "Movin' Out," "Daniel," "New York State of Mind," and "Piano Man."

At The Zumbrota State Theatre.

Written and directed by Paul Warshauer. There is trouble at the State — Don D. Dahmdan, the Mob Boss from Mazeppa, has his eye on the theatre and wants to turn it into a private casino. The citizens are outraged. One thing is for certain: there will be a murder, and someone will be unmasked by the end of the performance. Join us as the audience tries to solve "Murder at the State!"

Performances: Saturday, November 19 at 7:00 PM and Sunday, November 20 at 1:30 PM. At The Zumbrota State Theatre.

Hosted by Lori Rauen and Ronda Anderson-Sand, an evening of songs, sketches, and skits performed and written by local talent to get you into the Christmas spirit.

Performances: Friday, November 25 and Saturday, November 26, both at 7:00 PM. At The Zumbrota State Theatre.

A free holiday screening of The Polar Express on the big screen. Sponsored by Coffee Mill Restaurant and Wild Ginger Boutique.

A free holiday screening of White Christmas on the big screen. Sponsored by LUYA Shoes and Bridget's Cafe.

Becky Schlegel and The High 48s Bluegrass Band team up to herald in the holidays with high-energy bluegrass music and angelic, soulful singing. Expect stunning gospel harmonies, traditional and old-time Christmas carols, holiday good humor, and sparkling banjo, guitar, and mandolin.

At The Zumbrota State Theatre.

Phil Thompson (Kawai-endorsed touring pianist, vocalist, and WCCO TV's "Man About Town") returns to the Zumbrota State Theatre for a special holiday production featuring all your favorite Christmas songs by Michael Bublé, Kenny Loggins, Harry Connick Jr., Nat King Cole, and many more with an incredible all-live band.