Chicken Wire Empire returns to The Bend Theater for another highly-anticipated performance, promising an evening of foot-stomping music and infectious energy. Born in Wisconsin, Chicken Wire Empire began as a traditional bluegrass band. The band honed its traditional sound in 2014 with their debut album Chicken Wire Empire. Half the group embraced bluegrass, half favored
The Godfather of Milwaukee Comedy Returns to The Bend When he was six years old, Chris Barnes already knew he wanted to be a stand-up comedian. In 1980, he made his first appearance on stage at Sardino’s, a local nite club in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Ever since then, this native Milwaukeean has been making his mark
The Godfather of Milwaukee Comedy Returns to The Bend When he was six years old, Chris Barnes already knew he wanted to be a stand-up comedian. In 1980, he made his first appearance on stage at Sardino’s, a local nite club in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Ever since then, this native Milwaukeean has been making his mark
Step into the glitz and glamour of the Roaring Twenties as The Bend Theater proudly presents an unforgettable New Year's Eve Gatsby-themed Party to ring in the dawn of a new year. Entertainment, appetizers throughout the night, and midnight Champagne toast included with your ticket. Event Sponsored by Westbury Bank Get ready to be transported back
Join us for an evening of legendary bluegrass musicians throughout the midwest with Third Coast Bluegrass with special guest Valley Fox at The Bend Theater Third Coast Bluegrass: Third Coast Bluegrass is a band made up of five longtime friends — Marc Edelstein on bass, Ken Finkel on banjo, Peter Knupfer on fiddle, Don
Join us during West Bend Winter Warm Up! Downtown Harrison will be taking the stage from noon to 2pm on Saturday, January 20th. Don't miss out on the fun and festivities all throughout downtown! Grab your friends and family, and make a whole day of it! Ice Sculptures will be back up, shops will be
Southbound is bringing a 50th Anniversary Celebration of Pink Floyd's Dark Side of The Moon to The Bend Theater Southbound is excited to celebrate Pink Floyd’s 50th Anniversary of the Dark Side of The Moon release by performing the full album plus many other Floyd hits at The Bend Theater. As one of Southbound's
The Boy Band Night's Back, ALRIGHT! All the HITS All the MOVES from Backstreet Boys x NSYNC x NKOTB x One Direction x Jonas Brothers and MORE! ... PLUS some surprises! The Boy Band Night was created in 2014 by Kenny Braasch & Glenn Hudy (TBBN bassist and Chicago Fireman) at a Starbucks in Oak
Comedy Nights at The Bend featuring Jon Rudnitsky Jon Rudnitsky burst onto the comedy scene being the only new cast member hired for the 41st season of Saturday Night Live in 2015. With a natural talent for storytelling and an ability to find humor in the mundane, Jon Rudnitsky continues to leave audiences in stitches.
Get ready for a blues-infused night of electrifying music as Altered Five Blues Band with special guest opener Candy Cigarette take the stage at The Bend Theater. Altered Five Blues Band: Altered Five smokes, smolders and burns like a swig of good whiskey. The hip Milwaukee quintet is known for its strong brew of
Get ready for a honky-tonkin', beer-sippin', hell-raisin' good time as Tyler Richton and the High Bank Boys take The Bend Theater's historic stage. The story of Tyler Richton and the High Bank Boys isn’t easy to put on to paper. The name "High Bank Boys" comes from the body of water flowing through the bands
MICHAEL GLABICKI of Rusted Root with Dirk Miller + special guest opener Kal Schimmers Rusted Root evolved around front-man Michael Glabicki's distinct sound and vision…a one of a kind blend of acoustic folk, rock and world music that took the Pittsburgh based band from local clubs to multi-platinum record sales and a worldwide touring career.
Experience an electrifying evening of country music's finest hits from both yesterday and today, brought to you by Hillbilly Rockstarz - Chicagoland's premier country band. The musicians in Hillbilly Rockstarz grew up with the love of country and rock n' roll music. Each member brings a unique musical aesthetic to the band and over the
Respect! A Tribute to the Queen of Soul Experience the Unforgettable Magic of Aretha Franklin's Iconic Hits Live! A Spectacular Musical Journey Celebrating the Legendary Queen's Timeless Legacy. Respect! A Tribute to The Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin features a 10 piece orchestra fronted by the incomparable Da’Quela “Cookie” Payne. Her melodic voice is sure to
Back by Popular Demand: The Bend welcomes Them Coulee Boys back to our historic stage! Them Coulee Boys craft a brand of Americana that blends folk, punk, bluegrass, and rock & roll. They sing their conversational songs in 4 part harmony, often with a banjo stomp and rhythm section punch that drives the audience onto
This fundraiser concert will have an audience-pleasing potpourri of small ensembles of strings, woodwinds, brass and percussion – our players playing their favorite music. Meet the players, and ask them all your questions in a brief Q&A after each performance. Enjoy beverages (cash bar) paired with desserts in a cocktail party atmosphere. Kettle Moraine Symphony is
Comedy Nights at The Bend featuring: Katherine Blanford Katherine Blanford has brought her human Golden Retriever presence to stages across the country where she has shared the stage with the likes of Jeff Foxworthy, David Spade and Ron White. She shares true confessions of a washed up Pediatric Waste Management Specialist (a nanny) and war
Comedy Nights at The Bend featuring Byron Kennedy Byron Kennedy’s irreverent, observational style and natural storytelling panache connects with audiences across the nation, moving him quickly from open mic nights to featuring, to the Grand ole Opry, a Las Vegas residency and now headlining gigs across the country. Declared the “Leonardo DaVinci Of Radio” by
Bockin' & Rollin' Polka Palooza: Alex Meixner Band ft. special guest The Squeezettes Alex Meixner Band: Alex Meixner, a multi-Grammy nominated Texas-based hybrid polkaholic, mixes an array of styles into traditional Central European party music. Formally trained in classical, jazz and ethnic music, Alex has cross-pollinated his versatile playing styles through pop music, funk,
Ivy Ford Band w/ special guest Maple Road "Miss Ivy is a heel struttin', red lipstick wearin' and refreshing entertainer, while staying true to the roots of music" Miss Ivy Ford: With a balanced complement of resonant and soulful vocals, taut guitar instrumentation, and introspective songwriting, Ivy Ford has developed into one of the brightest
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