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SUMMARY:Sounds of Simon & Garfunkel
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT!\nSounds of Simon and Garfunkel is a truly authentic tribute band celebrating the best-selling duo of all time. With accurate musical renditions and precise vocal harmonies\, award-winning musicians Jeff Jablonski and Jeff Radi take the audience on a musical journey performing Simon and Garfunkel’s celebrated hits\, including selections from Paul Simon’s solo career. Don’t miss this unforgettable stage performance that is sure to transport you to a simpler place in time\, where heartfelt lyrics harmonize with the emotional music of this beloved duo. As a premier Simon and Garfunkel tribute band\, Jablonski and Radi recreate their magical stage performance\, bridging the gap from then and now with their own personal dynamic and passion for music. \n“The Sounds of Simon and Garfunkel brought their pure magic to The Mars Theatre and we will never be the same! With heartfelt harmonies\, timeless melodies\, and moving arrangements\, the show didn’t just pay tribute-it transported our audience. It was truly an unforgettable evening that left our audience smiling\, swaying\, and singing along.” \n“Sounds of Simon and Garfunkel delivered a top-notch three performance run for our 244 seat theater. The patron reviews have been outstanding” Bryan B. – Executive Director\, Surfside Playhouse\, Cocoa Beach FL \n“Sounds of Simon and Garfunkel were an absolute pleasure to work with. The show delivered those sweet harmonies just as we had anticipated. We also enjoyed their addition of some widely and little-known facts about the band’s history. I would definitely have them at our venue again.” Tina M. – Director of The Marigold Auditorium\, Winterville GA \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have ticket ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/sounds-of-simon-garfunkel/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T210000
DTSTAMP:20260616T014251
CREATED:20260413T200813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T221330Z
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SUMMARY:Buzz & Blooms! Melinda Myers: Creating a Pollinator Paradise
DESCRIPTION:Buzz & Blooms! Melinda Myers: Creating a Pollinator Paradise\nMelinda Myers Live at the Bend Theater!\n\nJoin Melinda Myers live at the Historic Bend Theater for a Roots and Branches presentation! Melinda will be speaking on Creating a Pollinator Paradise! Join us and learn how you can create a lush garden filled with plants that attract a variety of pollinators. This is an event you’ll want to be sure to attend! Melinda will present for one hour and then open up the conversation to take questions from the audience. In addition\, join us afterwards to meet Melinda and purchase her book! Tickets for sale online until May 12th or available at the door the night of. Seats are first come\, first served. Save your seat today!
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/buzz-blooms-melinda-myers-creating-a-pollinator-paradise/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T213000
DTSTAMP:20260616T014251
CREATED:20260213T221628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T221432Z
UID:3243-1778873400-1778880600@thebendwi.org
SUMMARY:Mary Mack Comedy
DESCRIPTION:A hybrid of Minnesota and Wisconsin (with a severe cheese dependency)\, comedian Mary Mack is a favorite on radio shows and podcasts around the country including\, Marc Maron’s WTF Podcast\, The Bob and Tom Show\, and The Grand Ole Opry. Mary co-stars as Jesse in the Hulu cartoon Solar Opposites by the creators of Rick and Morty. She’s appeared in Montreal’s Just For Laughs Festival\, HBO’s Andy Kaufman Awards\, San Francisco’s Sketchfest\, and the Dry Bar comedy series. \nMack’s television credits include Comedy Central’s Live at Gotham\, TBS’ Conan\, Adult Swim’s Aqua Teen Hunger Force\, Fox’s Golan the Insatiable\, and NBC’s Last Comic Standing\, Last Call with Carson Daly\, and The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon. When not touring\, Mary spends way too much time and money working on her vintage camper in the woods of Northern Wisconsin. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/mary-mack-comedy/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events,Stand Up Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T220000
DTSTAMP:20260616T014251
CREATED:20260211T042428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T212418Z
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SUMMARY:Headley Grange (formerly No Quarter)
DESCRIPTION:In September 1998\, No Quarter\, The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience was brought together in Milwaukee\, Wisconsin. Bound and determined to create the most mesmerizing and accurate portrayal of the band\, each individual member was selected to portray both the presence\, sound and playing styles of Robert Plant\, Jimmy Page\, John Bonham\, and John Paul Jones. Together they pay homage with its powerful and unmistakable Led Zeppelin sound. Since its formation\, No Quarter has played a number of performances. Their outstanding reputation and following has also kept the band in demand. If you missed Led Zeppelin live in the 70’s or are looking for a great chance to relive the Music\, Magic and Mystery of Zeppelin\, you must experience No Quarter. The sound and visual effects will astound you and bring you back to the “Hammer of Gods” career (from 1968-1980). \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have ticket ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/headley-grange-formerly-no-quarter/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T213000
DTSTAMP:20260616T014251
CREATED:20260217T161930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T041715Z
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SUMMARY:Twitty & Lynn: A Salute to Conway & Loretta 2026
DESCRIPTION:Twitty & Lynn return to The Bend with a heartfelt tribute to their grandparents: \nConway Twitty & Loretta Lynn\nThere’s a moment right at the very beginning of any Twitty & Lynn show that affords country music fans the chance to look back in time. Just after the band has played the signature intro to “Louisiana Woman\, Mississippi Man\,” Tre Twitty and Tayla Lynn shoot each other a glance that summons the electrifying chemistry of their grandparents: Tre is the grandson of Conway Twitty\, Tayla is the granddaughter of Loretta Lynn. \nTwitty & Lynn — and their internationally popular show “A Salute to Conway & Loretta” — aren’t impersonators. Tre doesn’t groom Seventies sideburns and perm his hair; Tayla doesn’t mimic her grandmother’s mannerisms. Rather\, they are onstage celebrating country music\, the lost art of duet singing\, and the two beloved icons they refer to as “Poppy” and “Memaw.” \nDisclaimer: Dancing is permitted during all shows at The Bend Theater. By attending\, you acknowledge that audience members may stand\, move\, and dance during performances. Enjoy the music and embrace the energy! \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have ticket ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/twitty-lynn-a-salute-to-conway-loretta-2026/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T213000
DTSTAMP:20260616T014251
CREATED:20260324T154104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T212506Z
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SUMMARY:The Bend Theater Presents: 2026 Music On Main Block Party - May 28
DESCRIPTION:THE BEND PRESENTS: MUSIC ON MAIN BLOCK PARTY\nThursday\, May 28\, 2026 | Downtown West Bend\, Outside the Bend Theater\nSummer begins with a bang as The Bend Theater Presents proudly joins forces with the Downtown West Bend Association and the City of West Bend to launch the highly anticipated 2026 Music on Main Summer Concert Series! \nJoin us for our FREE season-opening block party that will transform Main Street into the ultimate celebration of music\, community\, and summer vibes. \nFEATURING LIVE PERFORMANCES BY: \nSPICY TIE BAND – Closing out the night with their signature high-energy set that blends infectious rhythms and crowd-pleasing favorites guaranteed to keep you dancing! \nFOO FOO DOLLS TRIO – Kicking off the festivities with a plunge back into the 90s\, setting the perfect tone for an unforgettable evening. \nEVENT DETAILS: \n\nDate: Thursday\, May 28\, 2026\nOpening Show Entertainment: 5:00 PM\nMain Stage Performances: 6:30 PM\nLocation: Main Street\, Downtown West Bend\, Outside the Bend Theater\n\nAdmission: FREE and open to all!\nBring your friends\, family\, and dancing shoes for this community celebration! Enjoy fantastic music\, delicious food and beverages\, and the vibrant atmosphere that makes The Bend Presents series the highlight of summer. \nMADE POSSIBLE BY:\nSpotlight Sponsor: Westbury Bank\nEncore Sponsor: Green Bay Packers Foundation\nRock Star Sponsor: Horicon Bank\nRock Star Sponsor: Sommer’s Automotive\nLibation Sponsor: Hanson & Co. Real Estate \nA special collaboration between The Bend Theater\, Downtown West Bend Association\, and the City of West Bend \nDon’t miss the summer event everyone will be talking about!
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/the-bend-theater-presents-2026-music-on-main-block-party-may-28/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Free,Live Events,Open House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T213000
DTSTAMP:20260616T014251
CREATED:20260226T205146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T180359Z
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SUMMARY:Caroline Rhea
DESCRIPTION:Caroline Rhea is a stand-up comedian and actress\, best known for her role as “Hilda Spellman” from the hit series ‘Sabrina the Teenage Witch’ and her numerous comedy specials on HBO\, Comedy Central and Showtime. \nShe voices the Mom\, “Linda Flynn Fletcher” on Disney’s hit series\, Phineas and Ferb. She has starred in many films including Hallmark’s A Mrs. Miracle Christmas as Mrs. Miracle and most recently she has a recurring role on NBC’s Lopez vs. Lopez. She has hosted her own talk show and has been a regular panelist on the game shows\, Funny You Should Ask\, Match Game\, Name that Tune and Hollywood Squares. \nShe performed this year in Scotland at the Edinburgh Comedy Festival\, and recently filmed her 7th comedy special at the Sydney Opera House. Caroline tours comedy clubs throughout the world and still makes time for hosting and serving as an auctioneer for numerous charities. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nThis show is 18+
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/caroline-rhea/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events,Stand Up Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T220000
DTSTAMP:20260616T014251
CREATED:20260315T011034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T180429Z
UID:3283-1780167600-1780178400@thebendwi.org
SUMMARY:Substitute - Tales from the Who & Shattered - A Stones Anthology
DESCRIPTION:Substitute – Tales from the Who & Shattered – A Stones Anthology\nFor more than two decades\, Substitute: Tales From The Who has delivered the hits and more to a variety of festivals\, including Summerfest\, and venues across the United States. A tribute to one of the most prolific and influential rock bands in history\, the band’s reputation has been built on high-energy performances and an unrivaled commitment to artistic integrity. From Baba O’Reilly and Love\, Reign O’er Me to Pinball Wizard and Won’t Get Fooled Again\, Substitute brings legends to life. \nFor over 20 years Shattered\, Milwaukee’s premier Rolling Stones cover band\, has delivered the sound\, vibe and energy of The World’s Greatest Rock and Roll Band. From clubs and private parties to the biggest music festivals\, the lads are commited to preserving the legacy of The Rolling Stones and sharing their music with generations of fans. \nDoors\, bar & concessions open at 6pm\, show begins at 7pm. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have ticket ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/substitute-tales-from-the-who-shattered-a-stones-anthology/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T220000
DTSTAMP:20260616T014251
CREATED:20260313T170136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260517T015917Z
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SUMMARY:Duran Decade 2026
DESCRIPTION:Duran Decade\nA Tribute to Duran Duran\nMade up of members of Wisconsin’s biggest bands- London USA\, Bon Ton Society\, Sweet Tarts and Mirage- Decade brings you the sights\, sounds and experience of Duran Duran.  Covering their music catalog from the early days to recent hits\, Duran Decade has faithfully re-created the songs you love and presents to you an upbeat\, lively\, concert-style event you won’t want to miss!  You and your friends will be instantly transported back to the days of your youth! \nLearn more about the band at DuranTributeBand.com! \nDoors\, bar & concessions open at 6:30pm. Show begins at 7:30pm. \n**All ticket sales are final. \nDisclaimer: Dancing is permitted during all shows at The Bend Theater. By attending\, you acknowledge that audience members may stand\, move\, and dance during performances. Enjoy the music and embrace the energy!
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/duran-decade-2026/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T170000
DTSTAMP:20260616T014251
CREATED:20260423T182218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260517T021442Z
UID:3368-1781449200-1781456400@thebendwi.org
SUMMARY:Sounds of Support for CASA
DESCRIPTION:Sounds of Support for CASA\nA family-friendly benefit concert for CASA Guadalupe Multicultural Center Inc.\nSponsored by the Democratic Party of Washington County\, in Collaboration with Grassroots Germantown. \nFeaturing Soulercoaster and Rick’n Dave \nSoulercoaster is a versatile Feel-Good Funk band out of Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, composed of members of various backgrounds\, ages\, and playing experiences. Featuring a powerful horn section\, grooving rhythm and soaring vocals\, Soulercoaster brings a mix of musical styles that pulls you to your feet and keeps you coming back for more. \nRick n’ Dave perform a VARIETY of nostalgic hits\, ranging from Rat Pack to Everly Brothers\, Eagles\, Beatles\, show-tunes and a little country.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/sounds-of-support-for-casa/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T220000
DTSTAMP:20260616T014251
CREATED:20260327T195503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T183002Z
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SUMMARY:Ty Herndon
DESCRIPTION:Ty Herndon has lived a life and career of extreme highs and lows and celebrates a critical milestone in country music as his record-breaking debut single “What Mattered Most” turns thirty in 2025. Between 1995 and 2002\, Herndon charted 17 singles\, including his three number ones and seventeen top 10 hits\, such as “I Want My Goodbye Back\,” “Loved Too Much\,” “A Man Holdin’ On (To a Woman Lettin’ Go)” and “Hands of a Working Man.” He topped the charts in 1996 with the single “Living in a Moment” and again in 1998 with “It Must Be Love.” \nHerndon burst onto the country music scene and made his chart debut in 1995 with “What Mattered Most\,” which became his first No. 1 song and garnered a Song of the Year award (Music Row Magazine). It was also the title track to his first album\, which debuted on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart and had the biggest first-week shipment in the history of Epic Records Nashville. \nBetween 1995 and 2002\, Herndon charted 17 singles\, including his three No.1s and numerous top 10 hits\, such as “I Want My Goodbye Back\,” “Loved Too Much\,” “A Man Holding On\,” and “Hands of a Working Man.” He topped the charts in 1996 with the single “Living in a Moment” and again in 1998 with “It Must Be Love.” \nGrammy-nominated and Dove Award winning\, Ty’s voice is stronger than it’s ever been\, and he’s using it to make a difference. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have your tickets ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/ty-herndon/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T213000
DTSTAMP:20260616T014251
CREATED:20260318T230800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260531T222716Z
UID:3285-1782329400-1782336600@thebendwi.org
SUMMARY:Tom Arnold
DESCRIPTION:Tom Arnold is an actor\, writer\, and comedian with a career spanning over forty years\, appearing in hundreds of hours of television and over one hundred and fifty films. He is best known for roles on Roseanne\, True Lies\, Nine Months\, The Stupids\, Carpool\, McHale’s Navy\, Big Bully\, Austin Powers\, and Soul Plane. He has hosted Saturday Night Live four times\, has had three HBO specials\, and starred in four sitcoms. Tom has won a Golden Globe\, a Humanitas Award\, and a Peabody Award\, and has appeared on the Jimmy Kimmel Show\, Howard Stern\, and was a co-host on “The Best Damn Sports Show Period.”  \nCurrently\, he appears in Arnold Schwarzenegger’s new Netlflix series FUBAR and most recently finished directing his first feature film. Tom is a single dad with a 12-year-old son\, 9-year-old daughter\, and 4 ex-wives. He’s been stabbed\, arrested naked\, and charged for kidnapping a Peter Criss impersonator.  \nHis current stand-up comedy tour\, aptly titled ‘My Crazy X-Wife’\, currently spans across the country with fifty cities and counting. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have your tickets ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/tom-arnold/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events,Stand Up Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260703T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260703T210000
DTSTAMP:20260616T014251
CREATED:20260416T190907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T190618Z
UID:3358-1783105200-1783112400@thebendwi.org
SUMMARY:1776 The Musical - Presented by Musical Masquers - July 3 - 7pm
DESCRIPTION:July 3rd – 7pm\nIn 1962\, the first show Musical Masquers produced was “The Pajama Game” to the delight of the area community. Now\, Years later\, Musical Masquers\, Inc. carries on a proud tradition\, and the tagline as “West Bend’s Longest Running Community Theater.” Each year\, Musical Masquers\, Inc. has produced at least one mainstage production. This July\, they bring the Musical “1776” to the stage right here at The Bend Theater for six performances! \nJuly 3\, 10 & 11 performances at 7pm\nJuly 4\, 5 & 12 performances at 2pm \nThe musical 1776 dramatizes the impassioned\, often comical\, and heavily debated effort by the Second Continental Congress to draft and sign the Declaration of Independence. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/1776-the-musical-presented-by-musical-masquers-july3/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T160000
DTSTAMP:20260616T014251
CREATED:20260417T014908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T190705Z
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SUMMARY:1776 The Musical - Presented by Musical Masquers - July 4 - 2pm
DESCRIPTION:July 4th – 2pm\nIn 1962\, the first show Musical Masquers produced was “The Pajama Game” to the delight of the area community. Now\, Years later\, Musical Masquers\, Inc. carries on a proud tradition\, and the tagline as “West Bend’s Longest Running Community Theater.” Each year\, Musical Masquers\, Inc. has produced at least one mainstage production. This July\, they bring the Musical “1776” to the stage right here at The Bend Theater for six performances! \nJuly 3\, 10 & 11 performances at 7pm\nJuly 4\, 5 & 12 performances at 2pm \nThe musical 1776 dramatizes the impassioned\, often comical\, and heavily debated effort by the Second Continental Congress to draft and sign the Declaration of Independence. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/1776-the-musical-presented-by-musical-masquers-july4/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260705T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260705T160000
DTSTAMP:20260616T014251
CREATED:20260417T015151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T190724Z
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SUMMARY:1776 The Musical - Presented by Musical Masquers - July 5 - 2pm
DESCRIPTION:July 5th – 2pm\nIn 1962\, the first show Musical Masquers produced was “The Pajama Game” to the delight of the area community. Now\, Years later\, Musical Masquers\, Inc. carries on a proud tradition\, and the tagline as “West Bend’s Longest Running Community Theater.” Each year\, Musical Masquers\, Inc. has produced at least one mainstage production. This July\, they bring the Musical “1776” to the stage right here at The Bend Theater for six performances! \nJuly 3\, 10 & 11 performances at 7pm\nJuly 4\, 5 & 12 performances at 2pm \nThe musical 1776 dramatizes the impassioned\, often comical\, and heavily debated effort by the Second Continental Congress to draft and sign the Declaration of Independence. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/1776-the-musical-presented-by-musical-masquers-july5/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260710T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260710T210000
DTSTAMP:20260616T014251
CREATED:20260421T203858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T190747Z
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SUMMARY:1776 The Musical - Presented by Musical Masquers - July 10 - 7pm
DESCRIPTION:July 10th – 7pm\nIn 1962\, the first show Musical Masquers produced was “The Pajama Game” to the delight of the area community. Now\, Years later\, Musical Masquers\, Inc. carries on a proud tradition\, and the tagline as “West Bend’s Longest Running Community Theater.” Each year\, Musical Masquers\, Inc. has produced at least one mainstage production. This July\, they bring the Musical “1776” to the stage right here at The Bend Theater for six performances! \nJuly 3\, 10 & 11 performances at 7pm\nJuly 4\, 5 & 12 performances at 2pm \nThe musical 1776 dramatizes the impassioned\, often comical\, and heavily debated effort by the Second Continental Congress to draft and sign the Declaration of Independence. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/1776-the-musical-presented-by-musical-masquers-july10/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T210000
DTSTAMP:20260616T014251
CREATED:20260421T204046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T190808Z
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SUMMARY:1776 The Musical - Presented by Musical Masquers - July 11 - 7pm
DESCRIPTION:July 11th – 7pm\nIn 1962\, the first show Musical Masquers produced was “The Pajama Game” to the delight of the area community. Now\, Years later\, Musical Masquers\, Inc. carries on a proud tradition\, and the tagline as “West Bend’s Longest Running Community Theater.” Each year\, Musical Masquers\, Inc. has produced at least one mainstage production. This July\, they bring the Musical “1776” to the stage right here at The Bend Theater for six performances! \nJuly 3\, 10 & 11 performances at 7pm\nJuly 4\, 5 & 12 performances at 2pm \nThe musical 1776 dramatizes the impassioned\, often comical\, and heavily debated effort by the Second Continental Congress to draft and sign the Declaration of Independence. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/1776-the-musical-presented-by-musical-masquers-july11/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260712T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260712T160000
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CREATED:20260421T204318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T190823Z
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SUMMARY:1776 The Musical - Presented by Musical Masquers - July 12 - 2pm
DESCRIPTION:July 12th – 2pm\nIn 1962\, the first show Musical Masquers produced was “The Pajama Game” to the delight of the area community. Now\, Years later\, Musical Masquers\, Inc. carries on a proud tradition\, and the tagline as “West Bend’s Longest Running Community Theater.” Each year\, Musical Masquers\, Inc. has produced at least one mainstage production. This July\, they bring the Musical “1776” to the stage right here at The Bend Theater for six performances! \nJuly 3\, 10 & 11 performances at 7pm\nJuly 4\, 5 & 12 performances at 2pm \nThe musical 1776 dramatizes the impassioned\, often comical\, and heavily debated effort by the Second Continental Congress to draft and sign the Declaration of Independence. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/1776-the-musical-presented-by-musical-masquers-july12/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T220000
DTSTAMP:20260616T014251
CREATED:20260320T050436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260531T223435Z
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SUMMARY:Electric Avenue - The 80s MTV Experience
DESCRIPTION:An Electric Avenue show is a high energy space that reminds people of a time when they came home from school\, put a record on\, and listened with open ears and an open heart; conjuring first dates\, first cars\, prom nights\, weekend movies\, and meeting friends at the mall\, while finding a sense of fashion and an identity all their own. At an EA show\, 80’s music is as alive and well today as it has ever been. \nIf authenticity is your thing\, Electric Avenue meticulously and painstakingly recreates every nuance and flavor of your favorite 80’s songs. Delving into their personal stash of vintage synthesizers and rare signal processors\, an Electric Avenue show is a true labor of love. In fact\, Electric Avenue’s sound is so close to that of the original artists that in 2019 Warner Music issued a cease-and-desist for using original artists recordings on their social channels. After hearing the complete live recording of Electric Avenue’s performance\, Warner Music issued an apology to the band. \nElectric Avenue has sailed the high seas with the The Walking Dead Cast\, Kid Rock\, The Impractical Jokers\, Joey Fatone\, and Pitbull. In 2019\, EA was hand-picked and flown to Asbury Park\, NJ to provide the soundtrack for the red carpet launch of the Bruce Springsteen\, Gurinder Chadha (Bend it Like Beckham)\, New Line Entertainment 80’s-centric film\, Blinded By The Light. They have had the privilege of being direct support for 80’s legend Pat Benatar\, and have been joined on stage by\, among others\, members of Toto\, Player\, Talk Talk\, and Little River Band. \nAs artists\, the musicians in Electric Avenue have had a hand in the sale of over 15 million albums worldwide. \nIf namedropping is your thing\, you may have seen or heard these guys with: Lionel Richie\, Paul Simon\, Idina Menzel\, Daniel Lanois (producer for U2\, Peter Gabriel)\, Brian Blade\, Emmy Lou Harris\, B-52s\, Little River Band\, Michael Malarkey (Vampire Diaries)\, Zac Brown Band\, Player\, RENT (our singer played Roger Davis from 2001-2004)\, Paula Cole\, Tracy Chapman\, Bobby Kimball (Toto) Kristian Bush (Sugarland)\, Shanice\, Edwin McCain\, Robbie Dupree\, Rita Wilson\, Lindsay Ell\, Boston\, Collective Soul\, Mother’s Finest\, Sister Hazel\, Yanni\, Boyz II Men\, and more. \nEvery sound. Every nuance. Every time. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have your tickets ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/electric-avenue-the-80s-mtv-experience/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260717T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260717T220000
DTSTAMP:20260616T014251
CREATED:20260413T181718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T181718Z
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SUMMARY:Dustbowl Revival
DESCRIPTION:Dustbowl Revival is a testament to building a fanbase and their own sound the old-fashioned way\, with hard work and deeply moving songs that stick to your bones when you leave the concert. There’s a reason they continue to get written up in Rolling Stone and Billboard and get played on AAA radio 16 years after they set sail. \nAfter releasing seven acclaimed albums starting in 2008\, including their beloved live record With A Lampshade On (2015) recorded mostly at their LA homebase the famed Troubadour\, and their charting self-titled record (2017) produced by Grammy-winner Ted Hutt (Flogging Molly\, Old Crow Medicine Show)\, perhaps their magnum opus is 2020’s deeply personal Is It You\, Is It Me – produced by Sam Kassirer (Lake Street Dive\, Josh Ritter). It showcases their penchant for orchestral brass and intricate string work with politically-charged story-songs that unfold like mini-movies. It’s not surprising that Z. Lupetin was an award-winning playwright and moved to LA from Chicago to be a screenwriter before music took the reins. “Get Rid Of You”\, an ode to the courageous kids in Parkland\, FL who stood up to demand common-sense control laws be passed is a heart-wrenching staple of each show and “Get Right” – a new stomp blues that will be a part of their upcoming 2025 record\, confronts the vigilante justice that exists throughout our country head on. Their newest single “The Truth” dares to take on the overturning of Roe V. Wade by the Supreme Court. \n“Maybe we don’t know where this journey will take us or how long it will last\,” acknowledges Lupetin\, “That’s my take on the importance of what we try to do. Music elevates us\, lifts us up\, makes us change our minds\, takes us out of our comfort zones. If just one person can be moved by just one song\, that’s enough.” \nHundreds of FREE parking spots and great restaurants lining Main Street! Please note all ticket sales are final. Please have ticket ready upon arrival.\nDisclaimer: Dancing is permitted during all shows at The Bend Theater. By attending\, you acknowledge that audience members may stand\, move\, and dance during performances. Enjoy the music and embrace the energy!
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/dustbowl-revival/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T220000
DTSTAMP:20260616T014251
CREATED:20260324T225409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T185524Z
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SUMMARY:Hips Don't Lie - A Tribute to Shakira
DESCRIPTION:Angela Puerta is a seven-time MAMA Award winner\, Wisconsin’s Most Influential Latino Leader 2024\, and Best of Madison Latin Artist (2019 & 2020). A Colombian-born singer-songwriter and guitarist based in Madison\, Wisconsin\, Angela blends her deep Latin American roots with global influences to create an eclectic musical style she calls Latin Rock. Her sound draws from Alternative Rock\, Rock en Español\, Pop\, Reggae\, and a rich variety of Colombian and Latin American rhythms\, including bambuco\, merengue\, and bolero. \nAngela cites Shakira\, Soda Stereo\, Alanis Morissette\, Janis Joplin\, and Celia Cruz among her biggest inspirations\, and her live performances are known for their energy\, emotion\, and cultural pride. \nThe choreography. The percussion. The hits.\nHips Don’t Lie: A Tribute to Shakira is delivering an entire night of live Shakira favorites – “Whenever\, Wherever\,” “Waka Waka\,” and more – on our historic downtown West Bend stage.\n\nStart planning your night out and reserve your seats while the best ones are still available.\nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have your ticket ready upon arrival. \n————————————————————————————————————- \nAngela Puerta es ganadora en siete ocasiones del premio MAMA\, reconocida como la líder latina más influyente de Wisconsin 2024\, y ganadora de Best of Madison como artista latina (2019 y 2020). Cantautora y guitarrista nacida en Colombia y radicada en Madison\, Wisconsin\, Angela fusiona sus profundas raíces latinoamericanas con influencias globales para crear un estilo musical ecléctico que ella denomina Rock Latino. \nSu sonido incorpora elementos de rock alternativo\, rock en español\, pop\, reggae y una rica variedad de ritmos colombianos y latinoamericanos\, incluyendo bambuco\, merengue y bolero. \nAngela menciona a Shakira\, Soda Stereo\, Alanis Morissette\, Janis Joplin y Celia Cruz entre sus mayores influencias\, y sus presentaciones en vivo son conocidas por su energía\, emoción y orgullo cultural. \nLa coreografía. La percusión. Los éxitos. \nHips Don’t Lie: Un Tributo a Shakira presenta una noche completa de música en vivo con los grandes éxitos de Shakira — “Whenever\, Wherever”\, “Waka Waka” y más — en nuestro histórico escenario del centro de West Bend. Empiece a planear su salida y reserve sus asientos mientras los mejores lugares aún están disponibles. \nNota importante: Todas las ventas de boletos son finales.\nPor favor\, tenga su boleto listo al llegar.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/hips-dont-lie-a-tribute-to-shakira/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T213000
DTSTAMP:20260616T014251
CREATED:20260606T220842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T195953Z
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SUMMARY:Christopher Titus - July 31
DESCRIPTION:TICKETS ON SALE NOW!\nCHRISTOPHER TITUS \nChristopher Titus is a prolific stand-up comedian\, writer\, actor\, and producer.  \nAs a creator\, he has sold shows to NBC\, ABC\, FOX and Comedy Central. His wildly innovative multi-cam half hour Titus premiered to critical and audience acclaim on Fox\, earning the show an Emmy nomination\, while Titus himself received a WGA Award nomination for his writing. Following Titus\, Christopher starred in ABC’s Big Shots\, acting opposite Dylan McDermott\, Michael Vartan and Josh Malina. He also starred in the NBC one-hour pilot\, Future Tense and created and starred in the Bryan Cranston-directed pilot\, Special Unit for Comedy Central. And he recently wrote\, directed\, and starred in a feature version of Special Unit which won the L.A. Film Award for Best Comedy Feature and the Hope Film Awards jury prize for Best Director. \nChristopher has written and starred in ten 90-minute comedy specials\, with several spending months on the Billboard Top 10 comedy chart. He recently released his tenth special\, Carrying Monsters\, a bookend companion piece to Norman Rockwell is Bleeding (his very first show and the source material for the Fox series). His podcast\, The Armageddon Update/Titus Podcast has over 10 million downloads. During the worst days of the pandemic\, he used his self-owned studio as a safe space to exec produce and direct specials for Ron Funches\, Fortune Feimster and Everlast.  \nChristopher is currently touring his new show\, Doomed to Repeat to sold-out audiences at clubs and theaters across the country. With a take-no-prisoners wit and years of experience writing hilariously edgy and poignant comedy\, Christopher Titus is a voice unlike any other. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have your ticket ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/christopher-titus-july-31/
CATEGORIES:Live Events,Stand Up Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T213000
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CREATED:20260606T221005Z
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SUMMARY:Christopher Titus - August 1st
DESCRIPTION:TICKETS ON SALE NOW!\nCHRISTOPHER TITUS \nChristopher Titus is a prolific stand-up comedian\, writer\, actor\, and producer.  \nAs a creator\, he has sold shows to NBC\, ABC\, FOX and Comedy Central. His wildly innovative multi-cam half hour Titus premiered to critical and audience acclaim on Fox\, earning the show an Emmy nomination\, while Titus himself received a WGA Award nomination for his writing. Following Titus\, Christopher starred in ABC’s Big Shots\, acting opposite Dylan McDermott\, Michael Vartan and Josh Malina. He also starred in the NBC one-hour pilot\, Future Tense and created and starred in the Bryan Cranston-directed pilot\, Special Unit for Comedy Central. And he recently wrote\, directed\, and starred in a feature version of Special Unit which won the L.A. Film Award for Best Comedy Feature and the Hope Film Awards jury prize for Best Director. \nChristopher has written and starred in ten 90-minute comedy specials\, with several spending months on the Billboard Top 10 comedy chart. He recently released his tenth special\, Carrying Monsters\, a bookend companion piece to Norman Rockwell is Bleeding (his very first show and the source material for the Fox series). His podcast\, The Armageddon Update/Titus Podcast has over 10 million downloads. During the worst days of the pandemic\, he used his self-owned studio as a safe space to exec produce and direct specials for Ron Funches\, Fortune Feimster and Everlast.  \nChristopher is currently touring his new show\, Doomed to Repeat to sold-out audiences at clubs and theaters across the country. With a take-no-prisoners wit and years of experience writing hilariously edgy and poignant comedy\, Christopher Titus is a voice unlike any other. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have your ticket ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/christopher-titus-july-31-2/
CATEGORIES:Live Events,Stand Up Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T220000
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CREATED:20260506T150606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T151822Z
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SUMMARY:LEGENDS! A Tri-County Music Revue Tour - August 8
DESCRIPTION:LEGENDS! ~ A Tri-County Music Revue Tour presented by Pankratz Arts Exchange\, Inc. \nPAE performers are a high-energy singer/dancer troupe showcasing their musical talents with songs by LEGENDARY artists like Elton John\, The Beatles\, Michael Jackson\, Madonna\, Taylor Swift\, Frank Sinatra\, and MANY MORE! They will entertain you through musical genres of rock & roll\, country\, pop\, jazz\, funk and more\, accompanied by Warped Dance Company’s incredible acrobats & aerlists! \nFounded in 2011\, Pankratz Arts Exchange\, Inc. (PAE) is celebrating its 15th year as a non-profit performing arts organization! Our mission is to provide high quality arts education and performance opportunities in the community for all people. This 2026 summer season marks our touring debut between three counties in Wisconsin! Previous venues are Maximillian’s Hall\, Mt. Calvary\, WI (2011-2017) and The Shore Club Theater\, Elkhart Lake\, WI (2017-2025). \nPAE has produced nearly 30 winter/summer music revues\, musical theatre shows Chicago – The Musical (October 2025)\, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (2016)\, Suds! (2015) & Forever Plaid (2014)\, as well as providing summer annual multi-arts youth camps since 2018. For more info. visit paearts.org | @paearts \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have ticket ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/legends-a-tri-county-music-revue-tour-aug8/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T220000
DTSTAMP:20260616T014251
CREATED:20260324T190326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T145237Z
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SUMMARY:The Fabulous Thunderbirds: A Tribute to Chicago Blues
DESCRIPTION:Kim Wilson and The Fabulous Thunderbirds: A Tribute to Chicago Blues\nwith special guest Candy Cigarette \nHarmonica Master Returns to His Musical Roots \nKim Wilson\, the legendary harmonica virtuoso and frontman of The Fabulous Thunderbirds\, is preparing for what may be his most personally meaningful tour yet. The upcoming “A Tribute to Chicago Blues” tour represents a homecoming of sorts for Wilson\, who cut his teeth playing alongside the very architects of the Chicago blues sound during the genre’s golden era. \n“That’s where I live\,” Wilson says about Chicago blues. “This is what I love. It’s what I’ve always loved. Everything else that I do\, I try and put that mojo on it.” \nEarly Immersion in the Scene \nWilson’s connection to Chicago blues runs deep\, stretching back to his teenage years when he was fortunate enough to witness and learn from the masters themselves. “I was probably about 16 years old\, maybe even 15\,” Wilson recalls about when he first became aware of the Chicago blues scene. “All my friends were listening to that stuff and all those guys were coming in and playing live everywhere you can imagine.” \nThe young Wilson saw legends like Johnny Shines\, Muddy Waters\, George “Harmonica” Smith\, and Jimmy Reed perform live. More remarkably\, he got to play with them. “I played with Eddie Taylor when I was 18 or 19 years old. That’s about as Chicago blues as you can get\,” he notes.  \nThe Sound  \nWhat set Chicago blues apart from other regional styles was its distinctive mood and power. “Something about Chicago blues\, those guys really knew how to set a mood\,” Wilson explains. The migration of blues musicians from the rural South to Chicago created a unique fusion. “They take their district\, their region\, and they bring it to another city. And it morphs into a combination of a couple of things\,” Wilson observes. \nThe urban environment demanded amplification\, which fundamentally changed the sound. “These musicians performed in a lot of other places before they got to Chicago. They soaked up the different scenes across the country\,” Wilson says. “Then they put those sounds through an amplifier. Because they were playing in bars. You can’t be heard otherwise.” \nChicago blues was also distinguished by its harmonica-driven sound\, featuring legends like Little Walter\, James Cotton\, and Big Walter. “A lot of Chicago blues was built around the harmonica\,” Wilson notes\, explaining his natural gravitation toward the genre. \nThe Human Element \nOne aspect Wilson emphasizes about the Chicago blues masters is their approachability despite their legendary status. “They were just regular people. That was the thing\,” he reflects. “People like Jimmy Rogers\, I worked with him\, and I love covering his stuff. But he was just a normal guy… with a lot of talent. The same with Muddy Waters\, the originator of electric Chicago blues. I would go out to eat with him after a show and no one knew exactly who he was\, but they knew he was somebody important. Even the king carried himself like a normal human being.” \nThis down-to-earth quality extended throughout the blues community. “Big stars\, people like B.B. King\, people like Bobby Blue Bland\, they were still very normal people. That’s because they came from normal backgrounds. They came from having nothing to having a bit of something.” \nA Musical Ecosystem \nWilson describes the Chicago blues scene as a thriving ecosystem where hundreds of clubs supported a vibrant community of musicians. “A lot of those guys rarely left the city. They were all playing clubs in Chicago. There were hundreds of them.” This concentration created an environment where musicians constantly pushed each other to excel. \nThe personal connections Wilson forged during this era remain vivid. “Literally it was like playing basketball with Michael Jordan every single time\,” he says. “You’re playing with all your heroes. It was an incredible time to be alive.” \nThe Upcoming Tour \nThe “Tribute to Chicago Blues” tour will feature a mix of classic chestnuts and deeper cuts from the Chicago blues catalog. “There will be a lot more traditional songs in the set\,” Wilson explains. “We haven’t decided exactly how we’re going to mix it up yet\, but I’m hoping I can do this for a little while\, to be honest with you.” \nHowever\, Wilson will maintain his traditional approach of not using set lists. “I prefer to let the energy of the crowd and the performance dictate the evening’s direction.” \nAuthenticity and Individual Voice \nWilson emphasizes the importance of individual expression within the blues tradition. “You have to do your own thing\,” he insists. “When people come see me and they see this band\, they know that they’re going to get something unique\, even if it’s in that genre.” \nThis philosophy reflects something he learned from the masters themselves. “One great thing about these guys\, that does not happen today very often\, is they all have their own personality. They all have their own style. They all have their own delivery. They were all unique inside that musical genre.” \nLooking Forward \nAs Wilson prepares to take audiences on this musical journey\, he hopes fans will dig deeper into the music’s origins. “When you hear us doing stuff\, certain songs\, dig back to where the original came from. Find out who did it. You will probably end up owning everything they ever did\, like I do.” \nThe “Tribute to Chicago Blues” tour promises to be more than just a series of concerts — it’s a master class in authenticity\, delivered by someone who learned from the source and has spent decades perfecting his craft while maintaining his own distinctive voice within the tradition. \nCandy Cigarette \nCandy Cigarette delivers a blistering brand of raw\, high-energy blues-rock\, fueled by an unapologetic spirit that defies their age. Hailing from Oconomowoc\, Wisconsin\, identical twins Isaac (bass/vocals) and Lucas Deitz (guitar/vocals)\, both 16\, and drummer Evan Sterken\, 18\, have been igniting stages across the Midwest and beyond. Their sound\, a potent blend of 70s rock giants like Led Zeppelin and the modern fire of Rival Sons\, captivates audiences with electrifying live performances. Searing guitar riffs and blood harmonies\, coupled with a thunderous rhythmic drive\, create an undeniable sonic force. Having shared stages with acclaimed artists such as Blackberry Smoke\, Jared James Nichols\, and many more\, Candy Cigarette has proven their ability to command any crowd. Their latest single\, “REVOLUTION\,” marks a powerful step forward\, positioning Candy Cigarette as torchbearers for the future of rock and roll. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have your tickets ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/the-fabulous-thunderbirds-a-tribute-to-chicago-blues/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260814T220000
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SUMMARY:Showtime D.Scott - Mr. Showtime - aka The Midnight Swinger
DESCRIPTION:America’s #1 Comedy Entertainer \nFormerly known as the Midnight Swinger!\nIf you think you’ve seen it all\, trust us\, you haven’t seen anything yet! \nWhat happens when you combine a former Underoos Underwear Model with a Guinness World Record holder\, then add a dash of punk rock rebellion and a generous pinch of Gen X attitude? You get SHOWTIME D. SCOTT and his critically acclaimed show that has to be seen to be believed. \nHe’s Coming Home\nWashington County\, West Bend\, Wisconsin\, this one is PERSONAL. Long before the HBO specials\, before the Sirius XM airplay\, before the sold out theaters coast to coast\, this man packed every room in your backyard under a different name: THE MIDNIGHT SWINGER. You remember him. You never forgot him. And on August 14 at The Bend Theater\, the man behind the Midnight Swinger is finally coming back. \nFor Five years\, the Midnight Swinger held an unusual distinction at The Bend Theater\, he was the single most requested act we had never booked. Show after show\, season after season\, the name kept coming up. The one unicorn nobody could seem to find. \nIt took a longtime Bend Theater patron to finally make it happen. When that loyal customer urged our programming team to take a hard look at a comedian called SHOWTIME D. SCOTT\, they started digging\, and stopped cold when they realized what they’d found. There he was. The elusive MR. SHOWTIME\, David Scott. The Midnight Swinger\, all grown up and more electrifying than ever. \nThe unicorn had been found. And this August\, he’s yours. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have your tickets ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/mr-showtime/
CATEGORIES:Live Events,Stand Up Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T220000
DTSTAMP:20260616T014251
CREATED:20260528T053156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T214248Z
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SUMMARY:Lorrie Morgan
DESCRIPTION:She is undeniably one of the most eloquently emotive vocalists of modern times. \nLorrie Morgan\, the first woman in her genre to begin her career with three consecutive Platinum albums\, is back in the studio with award-winning producer Richard Landis\, working on a new album. It is sure to be yet another collection showcasing the rainbow of emotions\, from darkest heartache to bright\, shiny humor\, that is the hallmark of Morgan’s range. \n“Where I am in my life right now\, I’m not afraid to express what I feel\,” she says. “I’m not afraid to express my views on anything\, especially on being a woman and my experiences in this business and in life.” \nMorgan is known for her lustrous vocal phrasing and the down-to-earth believability of her torchy performances. On records such as “A Picture of Me Without You” and “I Guess You Had to Be There\,” the ache is palpable. She is feisty and sassy on “Watch Me\,” “What Part of No” “Five Minutes” and “I Didn’t Know My Own Strength.” She has kicked up her stiletto heels in fun on her hits “Except for Monday” and “Go Away.” On her epic “Something in Red” she is an honest\, struggling everywoman. \nShe has been a daughter\, a bride\, a mother\, a divorcee\, a widow\, a single mother\, a breadwinner and\, ultimately\, a survivor. In many ways\, Lorrie is a living\, breathing country song\, and she knows what she sings. \n“I didn’t want to just do another album. I want it to be something that really moves me. When I listened to songs for it\, I’d think\, ‘No\, not that one. I’m not going to be able to sing that one\, because I’m not going to be able to feel it.’ It is very important to me for this album to reflect the things that I am feeling today.” \nRecently in Nashville\, Morgan commanded a stage shared by the iconic Judy Collins\, in a concert performance honoring the 30th anniversary of LA-based record label\, Cleopatra Records. She  continues to match any of her earlier efforts\, with an emotional range and a stage presence that is as vibrant as ever. \nShe is a peerless song interpreter\, drawing from a deep personal well that spans enormous tenderness to cheeky hutzpah. Whether covering a classic or sharing one of her own songs\, Morgan is truly a song stylist in the grandest tradition. \n“I have always been a songwriter and I do love to write\,” she comments. “But I’m only comfortable co-writing with a few people\, and I don’t like appointment writing at all. Plus\, I’m not one of those people who says\, ‘If I didn’t write it\, I’m not going to record it.’ If somebody else’s song is better\, I’m going to record it and not my own.” \nLorrie Morgan has been around great songs all her life. She is a Nashville native who is the daughter of Country Music Hall of Fame member George Morgan. She made her debut on the Grand Ole Opry stage at age 13\, singing “Paper Roses.” Her father died suddenly of a heart attack at age 51. She was l6 at the time and just beginning her musical career. Lorrie Morgan began making her own records shortly thereafter and was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry at just 24 years old. \nMorgan married fellow country singer Keith Whitley in 1986. She was signed to RCA Records in 1987\, and her onslaught of hits began the following year. Whitley’s tragic death of an alcohol overdose in 1989 left her a widowed working mother. Their duet “Til a Tear Becomes a Rose” earned her a 1990 CMA award. \nHer first three albums\, Leave the Light On (1989)\, Something in Red (1991) and Watch Me (1992)\, all earned Platinum Record awards. Her Greatest Hits collection (1999) is also Platinum. War Paint (1994)\, Greater Need (1996) and Shakin’ Things Up (1997) are all Gold Record winners. \nShe sang “The Sad Cafe” on Common Threads: Songs of the Eagles\, which was named the CMA Album of the Year in 1994. Country fans voted Lorrie Morgan their TNN/Music City News Female Vocalist of the Year in 1994\, 1996\, 1997 and 1998. \nLorrie Morgan maintained her recording pace in the new millennium\, releasing collections in 2002\, 2004\, 2009 and 2010. In 2012 and 2013\, Morgan starred and sparkled in the lavish Enchanted Christmas productions at the opulent Opryland Resort in Nashville. She took that show on the road in 2014. \nMorgan has recorded in collaboration with her father\, as well as Whitley\, Frank Sinatra\, Johnny Mathis\, Tammy Wynette\, The Beach Boys\, Dolly Parton\, Andy Williams\, the New World Philharmonic\, and Pam Tillis. She has toured with George Jones and shared a stage with Jerry Lee Lewis\, newly inducted into the Country Music Hall Fame along with Whitley. \n“My children and I are thrilled to see Keith’s name added to the list of stars who’ve earned their place in the Country Music Hall of Fame\,” she says. “It is a well-deserved honor\, though Keith himself would’ve been painfully humbled. I am happy for his family and the many\, many fans who continue to point to Keith as one of the all-time greats.” \nIn 2013\, Morgan first teamed with fellow Opry star Pam Tillis\, daughter of Country Music Hall of Famer Mel Tillis. for the duet CD Dos Divas. The two hit makers then embarked on a joint tour that sold out every appearance in its initial two-year run. The stars continue to perform their collaborative Grits & Glamour shows\, as schedules allow. The women connected as working mothers\, as businesswomen\, and as second-generation performers. They share an understanding\, and a finely honed\, if occasionally bawdy\, sense of humor.  \nOn the outside\, Lorrie is very lighthearted. Still\, on the inside\, she carries a lot of pain. Singing is her therapy\, she has said.  \n“My dad used to say\, ‘You should never take yourself too seriously\,’ and I got my sense of humor from my dad. I love to have fun. I’ve reached the age where I feel that I deserve good company around me\, people who can make me laugh\, who love music and who love to have a good time. \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have tickets ready upon arrival.
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SUMMARY:LEGENDS! A Tri-County Music Revue Tour - August 21
DESCRIPTION:LEGENDS! ~ A Tri-County Music Revue Tour presented by Pankratz Arts Exchange\, Inc. \nPAE performers are a high-energy singer/dancer troupe showcasing their musical talents with songs by LEGENDARY artists like Elton John\, The Beatles\, Michael Jackson\, Madonna\, Taylor Swift\, Frank Sinatra\, and MANY MORE! They will entertain you through musical genres of rock & roll\, country\, pop\, jazz\, funk and more\, accompanied by Warped Dance Company’s incredible acrobats & aerlists! \nFounded in 2011\, Pankratz Arts Exchange\, Inc. (PAE) is celebrating its 15th year as a non-profit performing arts organization! Our mission is to provide high quality arts education and performance opportunities in the community for all people. This 2026 summer season marks our touring debut between three counties in Wisconsin! Previous venues are Maximillian’s Hall\, Mt. Calvary\, WI (2011-2017) and The Shore Club Theater\, Elkhart Lake\, WI (2017-2025). \nPAE has produced nearly 30 winter/summer music revues\, musical theatre shows Chicago – The Musical (October 2025)\, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (2016)\, Suds! (2015) & Forever Plaid (2014)\, as well as providing summer annual multi-arts youth camps since 2018. For more info. visit paearts.org | @paearts \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have ticket ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/legends-a-tri-county-music-revue-tour-aug21/
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SUMMARY:LEGENDS! A Tri-County Music Revue Tour - August 22
DESCRIPTION:LEGENDS! ~ A Tri-County Music Revue Tour presented by Pankratz Arts Exchange\, Inc. \nPAE performers are a high-energy singer/dancer troupe showcasing their musical talents with songs by LEGENDARY artists like Elton John\, The Beatles\, Michael Jackson\, Madonna\, Taylor Swift\, Frank Sinatra\, and MANY MORE! They will entertain you through musical genres of rock & roll\, country\, pop\, jazz\, funk and more\, accompanied by Warped Dance Company’s incredible acrobats & aerlists! \nFounded in 2011\, Pankratz Arts Exchange\, Inc. (PAE) is celebrating its 15th year as a non-profit performing arts organization! Our mission is to provide high quality arts education and performance opportunities in the community for all people. This 2026 summer season marks our touring debut between three counties in Wisconsin! Previous venues are Maximillian’s Hall\, Mt. Calvary\, WI (2011-2017) and The Shore Club Theater\, Elkhart Lake\, WI (2017-2025). \nPAE has produced nearly 30 winter/summer music revues\, musical theatre shows Chicago – The Musical (October 2025)\, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (2016)\, Suds! (2015) & Forever Plaid (2014)\, as well as providing summer annual multi-arts youth camps since 2018. For more info. visit paearts.org | @paearts \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have ticket ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/legends-a-tri-county-music-revue-tour-aug22/
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SUMMARY:A Jazz Tribute to Sting
DESCRIPTION:Sting is a Renaissance man – singer\, songwriter\, composer\, multi-instrumentalist\, author\, actor and activist. He defies categorization\, deftly incorporating jazz\, punk rock\, folk and gospel\, to create some of the best songs crafted in the last 40 years. Worthy of celebration\, a group of Madison and Milwaukee’s finest jazz musicians have banded together to pay tribute to Gordon Sumner\, in an intimate jazz setting. Al Falaschi of Phat Phunktion and Steely Dane handles the vocals\, backed by an all-star cast of monster musicians. Tim Whalen of Phat Phunktion and an amazing solo jazz career is on piano\, John Christensen on bass\, Hannah Johnson on drums\, and Ben Dameron on guitar. It will be an evening of hits\, deep cuts\, and dazzling soloing. Al Falaschi\, vocals – Tim Whalen\, piano – John Christensen\, base – Hannah Johnson\, drums – Ben Dameron\, guitar \nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have tickets ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/a-jazz-tribute-to-sting/
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