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SUMMARY:Chris Haise Band + Elephonic
DESCRIPTION:Chris Haise Band + Elephonic\nChris Haise Band: \nHailing from Milwaukee\, WI\, the indie/folk/rock band’s music has been described as “intense\, thoughtful songcraft”* with “lyrics so vivid you can practically touch them\, (Chris Haise) is among the finer storytellers”**. \nAdding members Mark Harrig (guitar/vox)\, Tony Sturino (cello/vox)\, & Chad Burgess (drums)\, CHB became multiple award nominees on the steps of their first full band album “Suburban View” released in 2019. \nIn 2020\, the singer song-writer released a solo record during the pandemic lockdown called “The Quarantine Tapes” while at the same time recording the 2021 studio release “Half Of All Of Nothing” as Haise’s exploration of navigating through the uncertainty of the modern world. \nChris Haise Band announced the release of their 4th studio album “Future\, Future\, Who Am I?”\, while also adding new bassist Chris Dickerson. “Future\, Future\, Who Am I?” highlights the band’s contagious hook-filled melodies while keeping true to Haise’s Dylan-esque vocals. With pop undertones and a more indie rock feel than their previous releases\, it spotlights their musicianship\, vocal harmonies\, and cello-laced compositions that will get stuck in your head for days. \nElephonic: \nMike Jarvis was the lead singer and songwriter of two of Milwaukee’s critically acclaimed and much beloved bands: The Blow Pops and The Lackloves. After a little down time and wood shedding\, Jarvis is back with arguably his best effort to date. This new\, fully realized and energized sonic vision of sprawling chamber folk-pop is called Elephonic and features some of the best musicians Milwaukee has to offer. Elephonic is simultaneously familiar sounding yet wholly original and new. Exhuberent and undeniably melodic\, their joyous songs will be stuck in your cranium ad infinitum.  With cascading waterfalls of cello and shimmering violin\, sweeping keyboards\, clinic-worthy guitars\, impenetrable bass and brick wall backbeat\, all topped off with exquisite vocal harmonies\, Elephonic ups the ante on all things euphonious\, catchy\, and PURE POP. \nMike Jarvis/Guitar & Vocals ● Jason Klagstad/Guitar ● Thea Vorass/Cello ● Gina Wood/Violin ● Aaron Heffernan/Keyboards & Vocals ● Steve Vorass/Drums ● Mark Becker/Bass \nDoors open at 6:30 PM to give you time to find your seats\, visit our historic lobby\, concession stand and fully stocked bar! \nShow begins at approximately 7:30 PM
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/chris-haise-band-elephonic/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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SUMMARY:Ice Age: Free Winter Warm Up Movie 11am
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy this FREE preview of Ice Age during West Bend’s Winter Warm Up\, sponsored by Time Investment of West Bend.\n***Please note: This event is in partnership with Winter Warm Up and our lobby is a “Warm-Up Hub” throughout the entire day. Our lobby will be open to the public and may get noisy at times while the movie is being screened. *** \n\n\n\n\nManny the mammoth\, Sid the loquacious sloth\, and Diego the sabre-toothed tiger go on a comical quest to return a human baby back to his father\, across a world on the brink of an ice age.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBack when the Earth was being overrun by glaciers\, and animals were scurrying to save themselves from the upcoming Ice Age\, a sloth named Sid\, a woolly mammoth named Manny\, and a saber-toothed tiger named Diego are forced to become unlikely heroes. The three reluctantly come together when they have to return a human child to its father while braving the deadly elements of the impending Ice Age.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/ice-age-winter-warmup-11am/
CATEGORIES:Free,Movies,Open House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T153000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T224526Z
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SUMMARY:Ice Age: Free Winter Warm Up Movie 1pm
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy this FREE preview of Ice Age during West Bend’s Winter Warm Up\, sponsored by Time Investment of West Bend.\n***Please note: This event is in partnership with Winter Warm Up and our lobby is a “Warm-Up Hub” throughout the entire day. Our lobby will be open to the public and may get noisy at times while the movie is being screened. *** \n\n\n\n\nManny the mammoth\, Sid the loquacious sloth\, and Diego the sabre-toothed tiger go on a comical quest to return a human baby back to his father\, across a world on the brink of an ice age.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBack when the Earth was being overrun by glaciers\, and animals were scurrying to save themselves from the upcoming Ice Age\, a sloth named Sid\, a woolly mammoth named Manny\, and a saber-toothed tiger named Diego are forced to become unlikely heroes. The three reluctantly come together when they have to return a human child to its father while braving the deadly elements of the impending Ice Age.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/ice-age-winter-warmup-1pm/
CATEGORIES:Free,Movies,Open House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T234946
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241231T035835Z
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SUMMARY:Kojo: A Caribbean Island Winter Warm Up
DESCRIPTION:Kojo: A Caribbean Island Winter Warm Up\nCaribbean music is infused in the blood of Kojo whose members hail from St. Lucia\, Jamaica and Wisconsin. Kojo’s catalog is filled with contemporary and classic reggae\, soca\, calypso\, ska\, rocksteady\, roots and zouk – both originals and covers. During any Kojo show you may hear Bob Marley\, Steel Pulse\, Peter Tosh\, Desmond Dekker\, Kassav\, Beres Hammond\, Sean Paul\, Mighty Sparrow\, Burning Spear and many more. \nKojo has been nominated by the Wisconsin Area Music Industry (WAMI) more than any other band in the state winning nine awards plus two Chicago Music Awards (CMA). Numerous local newspapers said Kojo is a must-see act from the Wausau Daily Herald to Kenosha News to the Milwaukee Journal. \nKojo has opened for industry heavyweights including Jimmy Cliff\, Third World\, Ziggy Marley\, The Wailers\, Judy Mowatt and the Neville Brothers. This legendary Caribbean band has played numerous venues and events throughout Wisconsin\, Illinois\, Minnesota\, Michigan and Iowa including Midwest Reggae Sunsplash\, Potawatomi and Ho Chunk casinos\, Summerfest\, Lakeshore Park festival\, country clubs and Jamaica Tourist Board promotions. \nDoors open at 6:30 PM to give you time to find your seats\, visit our historic lobby\, concession stand and fully stocked bar! Show begins at approximately 7:30 PM
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/kojo-a-caribbean-island-winter-warm-up/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250119T123000
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SUMMARY:Ice Age 2 The Meltdown: Free Winter Warm Up Movie 11am
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy this FREE preview of Ice Age 2: The Meltdown during West Bend’s Winter Warm Up\, sponsored by Time Investment of West Bend.\n***Please note: This event is in partnership with Winter Warm Up and our lobby is a “Warm-Up Hub” throughout the entire day. Our lobby will be open to the public and may get noisy at times while the movie is being screened. *** \n\n\n\n\nManny\, Sid\, and Diego live in a valley that is surrounded by a high ice wall on all sides and is inhabited by many other creatures. The trio discovers that the ice wall is actually a dam that is barely holding a reservoir that could flood the valley if it fails. A vulture tells them that there is a boat at the other end of the valley that may save them\, but they must reach it in three days. A chunk of ice breaks off from the top of the dam\, initiating their immediate evacuation. Manny is also struggling with the thought of possibly being the last mammoth alive.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/ice-age2-winter-warmup-11am/
CATEGORIES:Free,Movies,Open House
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DTSTAMP:20260403T234946
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SUMMARY:Ice Age 2 The Meltdown: Free Winter Warm Up Movie 1pm
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy this FREE preview of Ice Age 2: The Meltdown during West Bend’s Winter Warm Up\, sponsored by Time Investment of West Bend.\n***Please note: This event is in partnership with Winter Warm Up and our lobby is a “Warm-Up Hub” throughout the entire day. Our lobby will be open to the public and may get noisy at times while the movie is being screened. *** \n\n\n\n\nManny\, Sid\, and Diego live in a valley that is surrounded by a high ice wall on all sides and is inhabited by many other creatures. The trio discovers that the ice wall is actually a dam that is barely holding a reservoir that could flood the valley if it fails. A vulture tells them that there is a boat at the other end of the valley that may save them\, but they must reach it in three days. A chunk of ice breaks off from the top of the dam\, initiating their immediate evacuation. Manny is also struggling with the thought of possibly being the last mammoth alive.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/ice-age2-winter-warmup-1pm/
CATEGORIES:Free,Movies,Open House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250124T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250124T213000
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SUMMARY:Comedy at The Bend with Greg Warren
DESCRIPTION:Comedy at The Bend featuring Greg Warren\nGreg Warren recently released his special The Salesman\, co-produced by Nate Bargatze and 800 Pound Gorilla Media. The project tells the story of his post-college phase when he had a stint selling Jif and Pringles for Procter & Gamble which eventually led to his decision to become a full-time comedian. According to The New York Times\, Greg “…has done for peanut butter what Jerry Seinfeld did for Pop-Tarts and Jim Gaffigan did for Hot Pockets.” An honest mix of self-deprecation\, frustration and an arsenal of lifelike characters highlight Greg’s colorful perspective. \nHe can be seen in his Amazon Prime Special\, “Where The Field Corn Grows”\, Fish Sandwich on Dry Bar Comedy\, Late Night with Seth Meyers\, The Late Late Show and Comedy Central Presents. Greg attracts a diverse audience spectrum\, having performed as a finalist on BET’s Coming to the Stage and on Country Music Television. He is a favorite on the nationally syndicated Bob & Tom Radio Show\, which led to touring theaters nationwide with The Bob & Tom All Stars Comedy Tour. Greg’s comedy has been a daily staple on Sirius/XM’s Laugh USA and Jeff and Larry’s Comedy Roundup channels for a decade. You can hear him guesting on podcasts like Nateland\, Never Not Funny\, Bertcast\, Dumb People Town\, The Adam Carolla Show and many more. He’s performed as a New Face of Comedy at JFL\, on Comedy Central’s Premium Blend and NBC’s Last Comic Standing. \nGreg hails from St. Louis\, MO\, where his father was a high school wrestling coach and his mother made him play clarinet in the band. He has captivated audiences with anecdotes about the conflict inherent in meshing the two disparate high school identities of varsity wrestler and band geek. Greg was also a West Point Cadet\, where he distinguished himself by amassing an impressive tally of demerits and endless hours of pointless marching. After moving on to the University of Missouri\, he studied journalism and became an All-American college wrestler. \nDoors open at 6:30 PM to give you time to find your seats\, visit our historic lobby\, concession stand and fully stocked bar! \nShow begins at approximately 7:30 PM \n**Comedy Disclaimer: Comedy is subjective. All ticket sales are final. This show will have 2 featured openers before the headlining comedian.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/comedy-at-the-bend-with-greg-warren/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events,Stand Up Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T173000
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SUMMARY:Mellencougar: A Tribute to John Mellencamp
DESCRIPTION:Mellencougar: A Tribute to John Mellencamp\nMellencougar\, is the only Tribute to John Mellencamp that has featured members of John’s actual band!  The band is made up of a group of musicians from the Midwest with an appreciation for the danceable poetry of John Mellencamp. \nThe shared experiences described in John’s lyrics bring the audience and band together while singing songs about our youthful and rebellious days in songs like “Hurt So Good”\, “Ain’t Even Done With The Night” and “I Need A Lover”. Then songs such as “Check It Out”\, “Small Town”\, “Rain on the Scarecrow” and “Jack and Diane” are a reminder of what is important in life and how to recognize it. \nAs the fiddle and guitar sing with the bass drum hits\, patriotic songs like “ROCK in the U.S.A.”\, “Our Country” and “Pink Houses” drive you to dance as we celebrate the greatest country on earth\, the United States of America. \nMellencougar even features a tip of the hat to Tom Petty with songs like “American Girl” and “I Won’t Back Down”. \nMellencougar has shared the stage with Eddie Money\, Blake Shelton\, the Spin Doctors\, Styx\, Henry Lee Summer\, Loverboy\, Night Ranger\, Jamey Johnson and many other national acts. \nDoors open at 6:30 PM to give you time to find your seats\, visit our historic lobby\, concession stand and fully stocked bar! Show begins at approximately 7:30 PM
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/mellencougar-a-tribute-to-john-mellencamp/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T234946
CREATED:20241118T160438Z
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SUMMARY:Mellencougar: A Tribute to John Mellencamp 7:30pm
DESCRIPTION:Mellencougar: A Tribute to John Mellencamp\nMellencougar\, is the only Tribute to John Mellencamp that has featured members of John’s actual band!  The band is made up of a group of musicians from the Midwest with an appreciation for the danceable poetry of John Mellencamp. \nThe shared experiences described in John’s lyrics bring the audience and band together while singing songs about our youthful and rebellious days in songs like “Hurt So Good”\, “Ain’t Even Done With The Night” and “I Need A Lover”. Then songs such as “Check It Out”\, “Small Town”\, “Rain on the Scarecrow” and “Jack and Diane” are a reminder of what is important in life and how to recognize it. \nAs the fiddle and guitar sing with the bass drum hits\, patriotic songs like “ROCK in the U.S.A.”\, “Our Country” and “Pink Houses” drive you to dance as we celebrate the greatest country on earth\, the United States of America. \nMellencougar even features a tip of the hat to Tom Petty with songs like “American Girl” and “I Won’t Back Down”. \nMellencougar has shared the stage with Eddie Money\, Blake Shelton\, the Spin Doctors\, Styx\, Henry Lee Summer\, Loverboy\, Night Ranger\, Jamey Johnson and many other national acts. \nDoors open at 6:30 PM to give you time to find your seats\, visit our historic lobby\, concession stand and fully stocked bar! Show begins at approximately 7:30 PM
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/mellencougar-a-tribute-to-john-mellencamp-2/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T234946
CREATED:20241228T170957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T011128Z
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SUMMARY:Kettle Moraine Symphony Appalachian Spring
DESCRIPTION:Appalachian Spring\nJoin us for a delightful evening filled with the music of Aaron Copland. This performance will be an “Informance” providing you with insight into Copland’s ability to weave American themes and scenes into his music thus creating a distinctly American style of composition. Featuring Appalachian Spring and Quiet City presented to you by Dr. Peter Gibeau and Director Richard Hynson. \nPremier Seating – Adult: $30.00\n\nGeneral Admission – $20.00\n\nPremier Seating Youth/Student – $10.00\n\nGeneral Admission- Student/Youth – Free
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/kettle-moraine-symphony-appalachian-spring/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250214T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250214T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T234946
CREATED:20241120T175005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T175753Z
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SUMMARY:Four Guyz in Dinner Jackets February 14th
DESCRIPTION:Four Guyz in Dinner Jackets – Call Us Old-Fashioned: The Supper Club Tour\nJoin us for a Valentine’s Day weekend Treat! \nDressed in elegant attire\, their harmonies\, choreography\, and undeniable charisma transport you to a bygone era of timeless classics.  \nFour Guyz in Dinner Jackets is a Midwest premier doo wop show and music group that have it all… .music\, comedy\, showmanship\, and audience participation all in one package. \nThe Four Guyz in Dinner Jackets® take you on an “Old-Fashioned” road trip with a double shot of nostalgia in their brand-new show! In this energized entrée\, the fabulous foursome serve round after round of classic doo-wop and tasty musical side dishes you are sure to relish! We know you will drink up every drop of fun right down to the orange slice and maraschino cherry! Join the Four Guyz in a toast – your reservation is waiting! \nDoors open at 6:30 PM to give you time to find your seats\, visit our historic lobby\, concession stand and fully stocked bar! Show begins at approximately 7:30 PM \n  \n 
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/four-guyz-in-dinner-jackets-3/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T234946
CREATED:20241120T175711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T011156Z
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SUMMARY:Four Guyz in Dinner Jackets February 15th
DESCRIPTION:Four Guyz in Dinner Jackets – Call Us Old-Fashioned: The Supper Club Tour\nJoin us for a Valentine’s Day weekend Treat! \nDressed in elegant attire\, their harmonies\, choreography\, and undeniable charisma transport you to a bygone era of timeless classics.  \nFour Guyz in Dinner Jackets is a Midwest premier doo wop show and music group that have it all… .music\, comedy\, showmanship\, and audience participation all in one package. \nThe Four Guyz in Dinner Jackets® take you on an “Old-Fashioned” road trip with a double shot of nostalgia in their brand-new show! In this energized entrée\, the fabulous foursome serve round after round of classic doo-wop and tasty musical side dishes you are sure to relish! We know you will drink up every drop of fun right down to the orange slice and maraschino cherry! Join the Four Guyz in a toast – your reservation is waiting! \nDoors open at 6:30 PM to give you time to find your seats\, visit our historic lobby\, concession stand and fully stocked bar! Show begins at approximately 7:30 PM
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/four-guyz-in-dinner-jackets-february-15th/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250221T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250221T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T234946
CREATED:20241206T173309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250119T202039Z
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SUMMARY:Betsy Ade & The Well-Known Strangers + special guest Katie Todd
DESCRIPTION:Betsy Ade & the Well-Known Strangers (BAWKS) have been entertaining Midwest audiences with their cello-infused alternative pop/rock sound since 2015. Members Betsy Ade (lead vocals\, guitar)\, Katie Todd (piano\, keyboards\, vocals)\, Joe Adamek (guitars)\, John Kulas (bass guitar)\, Scott Fox (percussion) and Ryan Andersen (cello)\, have released 5 CD’s. This includes a full-length album\, several EPs\, and an exciting range of fun and influential videos. \nThey have been humbled by their success\, performing with international acts that include Melissa Etheridge\, Nancy Wilson\, Blind Melon\, Shawn Colvin\, Blue October\, KT Tunstall\, Lindsay Ell\, Candlebox\, The Gufs\, Skerryvore\, Cathy Richardson\, Sebastian Bach\, and many more. 2019 was an exciting year for BAWKS! Ade was a Top 24 Contestant on NBC’s “The Voice”\, where she had the rare opportunity to work with 3 different coaches\, including; John Legend\, Kelly Clarkson\, and Adam Levine. Ade’s experience on “The Voice” has brought international attention to the band’s talents and charitable efforts. \nBAWKS have been recognized through numerous awards and nominations since inception. This includes\, but not limited to; Finalist for 2023 Wisconsin Area Music Industry’s (WAMI) Pop Performer of Year and Rock Song of the Year for “I Don’t Owe You”\,  2023 Best of Milwaukee’s “Best Rock Band” and an award for Best Song (“Aligned”) on Songwriter’s Universe\, and winner of 2019 WAMI’s Best Rock/Pop Band.  Betsy Ade & the Well-Known Strangers music can be found on iTunes\, Spotify\, Amazon\, Pandora\, YouTube\, Apple Music\, and most music-related streaming platforms. \n                                                                                                                                                                                                 \nKatie Todd: \nBorn and raised in Chicago\, IL\, Katie started studying classical piano when she was 4 years old. Now she’s shared the stage with such music luminaries as Jewel\, Steve Winwood\, 10\,000 Maniacs\, Sarah McLachlan\, Patti LaBelle\, Huey Lewis and The News. \nFrom 2002 to 2015 Katie made 4 full-length original music studio albums. Those records\, “Changing Faces\,” “Mumbled Speech\,” “Make Some Time For Waisting\,” and “Closer” all received rave reviews in midwest journals. The Katie Todd Band played dozens of sold-out shows in Chicago and surrounding areas and many would have lines of people waiting to say “Hi” and get Katie’s autograph. \nNow\, in 2024\, Katie is focusing on the kids and their caregivers with the release of “Katie Todd: Aminals\,” a full-length album featuring 10 new songs\, each of which tells the story of a different animal!
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/betsy-ade-the-well-known-strangers-special-guest-katie-todd/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T234946
CREATED:20241205T232602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T024819Z
UID:2616-1740250800-1740254400@thebendwi.org
SUMMARY:Ian Bagg 7:00
DESCRIPTION:LOW TICKET ALERT!\nIan Bagg is a world-touring comedian whose comedy was recently described as “dangerously flawless” on the JRE. But he is not just a comedian he is also the cohost of the weekly hockey podcast\, “Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff and Ian.” \nEarly in his life\, he discovered a love for hockey. Whether he was involved in minor\, junior\, pro\, or friends getting together to play shinny\, he loved hockey! He went to some camps and was cut\, realizing he had no chance of making the pros. He knew it was time to use his natural talent to make people laugh. \nLife has been fantastic for this energetic and wildly funny boundary-pushing entertainer. Touring nonstop across North America\, he has started taking over the world with Australia\, China\, and the Middle East. With Europe being one of his latest stops. His fast-paced\, off-the-cuff\, quick-witted\, animated style has him winning over television audiences. He placed in the finals of NBC’s “Last Comic Standing.” He made appearances on “Late Night with Conan O’Brien” and “The Tonight Show\,” A popular guest on WTF\, YMH\,a half-hour comedy featured on Comedy Central and HBO\, not to mention one-hour specials on Showtime  “Getting to know you” and Amazon Prime “Conversations”! It also has earned him roles in award-winning movies like MVP 2! (humble brag) \nHis fast-paced multi-direction show has made patrons want to see multiple shows on a weekend. The audience becomes characters in his performance as they answer questions. Most comedians have a monologue; Ian has a dialogue. Attend a show immediately and see why his high school history teacher asked Ian’s parents if there was something he should know about Ian.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/ian-bagg/
CATEGORIES:Live Events,Stand Up Comedy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T223000
DTSTAMP:20260403T234946
CREATED:20241205T232652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T024914Z
UID:2618-1740259800-1740263400@thebendwi.org
SUMMARY:Ian Bagg 9:30
DESCRIPTION:Ian Bagg is a world-touring comedian whose comedy was recently described as “dangerously flawless” on the JRE. But he is not just a comedian he is also the cohost of the weekly hockey podcast\, “Enjoying Orange Slices with Jeff and Ian.” \nEarly in his life\, he discovered a love for hockey. Whether he was involved in minor\, junior\, pro\, or friends getting together to play shinny\, he loved hockey! He went to some camps and was cut\, realizing he had no chance of making the pros. He knew it was time to use his natural talent to make people laugh. \nLife has been fantastic for this energetic and wildly funny boundary-pushing entertainer. Touring nonstop across North America\, he has started taking over the world with Australia\, China\, and the Middle East. With Europe being one of his latest stops. His fast-paced\, off-the-cuff\, quick-witted\, animated style has him winning over television audiences. He placed in the finals of NBC’s “Last Comic Standing.” He made appearances on “Late Night with Conan O’Brien” and “The Tonight Show\,” A popular guest on WTF\, YMH\,a half-hour comedy featured on Comedy Central and HBO\, not to mention one-hour specials on Showtime  “Getting to know you” and Amazon Prime “Conversations”! It also has earned him roles in award-winning movies like MVP 2! (humble brag) \nHis fast-paced multi-direction show has made patrons want to see multiple shows on a weekend. The audience becomes characters in his performance as they answer questions. Most comedians have a monologue; Ian has a dialogue. Attend a show immediately and see why his high school history teacher asked Ian’s parents if there was something he should know about Ian.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/ian-bagg-930/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events,Stand Up Comedy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250228T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250228T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T234946
CREATED:20241111T180210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250202T021408Z
UID:2593-1740771000-1740780000@thebendwi.org
SUMMARY:Whole Yachta Love
DESCRIPTION:This is Yacht Rock at its finest. The best music from the greatest era put on a boat\, taken for a ride\, returned smoother and inserted gently into your ear holes. \nSome of the mid-west’s best musicians recreating the guilty pleasures of the late 70s and early 80s with an infectious and fun show that gets the audience singing along instantly.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/whole-yachta-love/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T234946
CREATED:20241123T182737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T234556Z
UID:2611-1740857400-1740866400@thebendwi.org
SUMMARY:Southbound & Friends: A 50th Anniversary Tribute to Pink Floyd's Wish You Were Here Album
DESCRIPTION:Southbound & Friends:\nA 50th Anniversary Tribute to Pink Floyd’s Wish You Were Here Album\nSouthbound is excited to celebrate Pink Floyd’s 50th Anniversary of the Wish You Were Here release by performing the full album plus many other Floyd hits at The Bend Theater in West Bend. Following up a hugely successful and entertaining Southbound/PF Tribute that featured the Dark Side of the Moon in 2023\, we are happy to bring this amazing album to life featuring a star-studded cast of fellow musicians. \nThe first set will include the best of Pink Floyd featuring songs from Meddle\, Dark Side of the Moon\, Animals and The Wall. The second set will be a performance of Wish You Were Here in its entirety. \nSouthbound & Friends consists of the boys from Southbound and includes friends\, Matt Meixner\, keyboardist and vocalist formerly of Hudson and 5 Card Studs\, vocalist and guitarist Lo Marie\, saxophonist Nick Bartell of Steely Dane and visual artist Eric Klosterman. \nDon’t miss this show\, it’s truly one of a kind and will be remembered for years to come! \nDoors open at 6:30 PM to give you time to find your seats\, visit our historic lobby\, concession stand and fully stocked bar! Show begins at approximately 7:30 PM
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/southbound-friends-a-50th-anniversary-tribute-to-pink-floyds-wish-you-were-here-album/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250307T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250307T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T234946
CREATED:20241215T021636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T205425Z
UID:2624-1741375800-1741384800@thebendwi.org
SUMMARY:Classical Blast in Kilts!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate St. Patty’s Day early with Classical Blast in Kilts!\nClassical Blast’s Rockin’ Celtic show is the perfect way to celebrate St Patrick’s month and all things Celtic! The show features traditional Irish & Scottish folk music\, songs by contemporary Irish bands like Dropkick Murphys\, U2\, Cranberries\, Snow Patrol\, movie themes\, plus their versions of classic rock melded with Celtic & classical music. It’s a unique and exciting blend of world music and rock for a raucous good time with these exceptional musicians. Perfect for theaters\, bars\, festivals and Celtic-themed celebrations of all kinds. \n  \nDoors open at 6:30 PM to give you time to find your seats\, visit our historic lobby\, concession stand and fully stocked bar! Show begins at approximately 7:30 PM
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/classical-blast-in-kilts/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T234946
CREATED:20241215T024050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T203323Z
UID:2627-1741462200-1741471200@thebendwi.org
SUMMARY:Chris Kroeze with special guest Sam Ness
DESCRIPTION:The pull of small town life and the passion for music never left as Chris Kroeze turned into one of the top country musicians in the Midwest. The power of small town community showed as family and friends in Barron helped him get started on his journey to Nashville in 2014\, holding a fundraiser that would lead to him recording his first single “Four Letter Words\,” which received strong radio play and kick started his career. \nIn 2015\, he began a busy stretch of playing over 175 shows a year\, and creating a large and loyal fan following. That popularity soared in 2018\, when he appeared on NBC’s hit TV show “The Voice\,” making it all the way to the finals in a runner-up finish. In the finale\, Kroeze sang the original song “Human\,” which was TOP 10 on the Billboard HOT 100 and TOP 5 on the iTunes TOP 100. His vocal and guitar skills\, combined with a small-town charm\, led to Kroeze to become the most streamed artist in the show’s history. \nA popular live performer\, Chris continued to perform at a frantic pace maintaining an average of over 175 shows a year through 2019\, and the crowds have gotten bigger and bigger. He headlined a show at Aquafest for over 5\,500 fans and has had a number of stops in which he has sold out multiple nights in a row\, yet he still returns for pop-up shows at local bars he used to play at early in his career.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/chris-kroeze-with-special-guest-sam-ness/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250314T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250314T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T234946
CREATED:20241215T025519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T203347Z
UID:2629-1741980600-1741989600@thebendwi.org
SUMMARY:Respect! A Tribute to the Queen of Soul - Aretha Franklin
DESCRIPTION:Respect! A Tribute to the Queen of Soul – Aretha Franklin\nExperience the Unforgettable Magic of Aretha Franklin’s Iconic Hits Live! \nA Spectacular Musical Journey Celebrating the Legendary Queen’s Timeless Legacy.\n  \nRespect! 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 take you on an emotional journey\, as she puts her heart and soul into each note she sings. Crowned the most gifted Christian singer in America back in 2007 for a reality singing competition called “Gifted.” This victory earned her a major recording contract with EMI Gospel. Pushing her to audition for American Idol in 2011 where she went on to advance all the way to Hollywood where she made the top 100.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/respect-a-tribute-to-the-queen-of-soul-aretha-franklin/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T234946
CREATED:20241215T030704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T021817Z
UID:2631-1742067000-1742076000@thebendwi.org
SUMMARY:Tom Cotter at The Bend Theater
DESCRIPTION:Comedian Tom Cotter has taken the comedy scene by storm since finishing as runner-up and becoming the Breakout Star from Season 7’s “America’s Got Talent.” He lost to a dog act\, but don’t hold that against him; Tom was the first comedian ever to be a finalist on the show and was the highest finishing human being on the show that year. \nIn August 2013\, AGT asked Tom back to perform as a special guest star (along with Train) and then again to host “The Season 8 AGT Snapple Viewing Party.” \nIn January 2019 Tom was again invited back to the AGT stage – this time to perform against the best of the best “Got Talent” performers from other years and around the world in “America’s Got Talent: The Champions.” In one the most talked about sets of the entire competition\, Tom received a STANDING OVATION from the adoring crowd.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/tom-cotter-at-the-bend-theater/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events,Stand Up Comedy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250316T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250316T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T234946
CREATED:20250212T215037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T213740Z
UID:2705-1742140800-1742148000@thebendwi.org
SUMMARY:The Boondock Saints
DESCRIPTION:The Boondock Saints (1999 – R)\nTired of the crime overrunning the streets of Boston\, Irish Catholic twin brothers Conner (Sean Patrick Flanery) and Murphy (Norman Reedus) are inspired by their faith to cleanse their hometown of evil with their own brand of zealous vigilante justice. As they hunt down and kill one notorious gangster after another\, they become controversial folk heroes in the community. But Paul Smecker (Willem Dafoe)\, an eccentric FBI agent\, is fast closing in on their blood-soaked trail. \nDoors open at 3:30 PM to give you time to pick your seats\, visit our historic lobby\, concession stand and fully stocked bar!
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/the-boondock-saints/
CATEGORIES:Movies
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250321T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250321T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T234946
CREATED:20241218T032344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250309T033229Z
UID:2634-1742585400-1742594400@thebendwi.org
SUMMARY:The Boy Band Night 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Boy Band Night’s Back\, ALRIGHT!\nAll the HITS All the MOVES from Backstreet Boys x NSYNC x NKOTB x One Direction x Jonas Brothers and MORE! … PLUS some surprises! \nThe Boy Band Night was created in 2014 by Kenny Braasch & Glenn Hudy (TBBN bassist and Chicago Fireman) at a Starbucks in Oak Lawn\, Illinois! The band members were hand picked by Kenny and Glenn and took almost a year to get the act ready for live shows! \nThese top-tier musicians bring a musical and visual experience with note-for-note representations of all of your favorite songs accompanied by the signature choreography from the music videos we remember. Don’t miss your opportunity to see this nationally touring act from Chicago! \nDoors open at 6:30 PM to give you time to find your seats\, visit our historic lobby\, concession stand and fully stocked bar! Show begins at approximately 7:30 PM \n 
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/the-boy-band-night-2025/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T234946
CREATED:20241218T215314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250309T033253Z
UID:2636-1742671800-1742680800@thebendwi.org
SUMMARY:Them Coulee Boys 2025
DESCRIPTION:Them Coulee Boys return to The Bend Theater’s historic stage\n\n\n\n\nThem Coulee Boys: With four full-length albums and an EP behind them\, including 2019’s Die Happy (produced by Trampled By Turtles’ Dave Simonett on Lo-Hi Records) and 2021’s Namesake (produced by Grammy winner Brian Joseph)\, the band has garnered international attention and earned press in American Songwriter\, Ditty TV\, Folk Alley\, and The Bluegrass Situation\, as well as tours with Trampled By Turtles and a spot on the songwriter’s Cayamo Cruise. In 2020\, they were named Milwaukee Journal Sentinel’s Band to Watch. In 2021\, they won Bluegrass/Americana Band of the Year by the Wisconsin Area Music Industry. 2025 marks the release of their 5th album No Fun in the Chrysalis.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/them-coulee-boys-2025/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T234946
CREATED:20250213T213823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T234723Z
UID:2711-1743087600-1743094800@thebendwi.org
SUMMARY:The Boss Baby
DESCRIPTION:The Boss Baby (2017 – PG)\nA new baby’s arrival impacts a family\, told from the point of view of a delightfully unreliable narrator — a wildly imaginative 7-year-old named Tim. The most unusual Boss Baby (Alec Baldwin) arrives at Tim’s home in a taxi\, wearing a suit and carrying a briefcase. The instant sibling rivalry must soon be put aside when Tim discovers that Boss Baby is actually a spy on a secret mission\, and only he can help thwart a dastardly plot that involves an epic battle between puppies and babies. \nDoors open at 2:30 PM to give you time to pick your seats\, visit our historic lobby\, concession stand and fully stocked bar!
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/the-boss-baby/
CATEGORIES:Movies
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T234946
CREATED:20250213T213918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T213950Z
UID:2712-1743102000-1743109200@thebendwi.org
SUMMARY:The Godfather
DESCRIPTION:The Godfather (1972 – R)\nWidely regarded as one of the greatest films of all time\, this mob drama\, based on Mario Puzo’s novel of the same name\, focuses on the powerful Italian-American crime family of Don Vito Corleone (Marlon Brando). When the don’s youngest son\, Michael (Al Pacino)\, reluctantly joins the Mafia\, he becomes involved in the inevitable cycle of violence and betrayal. Although Michael tries to maintain a normal relationship with his wife\, Kay (Diane Keaton)\, he is drawn deeper into the family business. \nDoors open at 6:30 PM to give you time to pick your seats\, visit our historic lobby\, concession stand and fully stocked bar! \n 
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/the-godfather/
CATEGORIES:Movies
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T234946
CREATED:20250109T013727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T151748Z
UID:2653-1743190200-1743199200@thebendwi.org
SUMMARY:Kettle Moraine Blues Fest 2025 March 28
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 3rd Annual Kettle Moraine Blues Fest\n A 2-day festival of live Blues music! Buy a ticket for day 1 (Friday\, 3/28/2025) or day 2 (Saturday\, 3/29/2025) OR buy a 2-day pass to experience both nights of The Bend’s Kettle Moraine Blues Fest. \nFriday\, 3/28/2025: \nNight 1 of Kettle Moraine Bluesfest (Friday\, 3/28/2025) features Host\, originally from West Bend\, WI\, Mandi Strachota followed by  Dave Steffen Band and ending the evening with The Georgia Thunderbolts. \nThe Georgia Thunderbolts: \nThe road to being hailed as the new torchbearers of Southern rock hasn’t been as glamorous as you might imagine for The Georgia Thunderbolts. It wasn’t many years ago that the guys busked at gas stations\, fumbled through covers\, and drove four hours to Alabama to play to a bartender and a three-legged dog sitting on a barstool. \nThe Dave Steffen Band: \nWith ten albums and literally thousands of live appearances under his belt\, Dave Steffen has made music a way of life. Several of the band’s songs have been used on the popular daytime soap\, The Young and the Restless. The show’s producer enjoyed their music so much\, he requested that they appear on an upcoming show. The show aired February 24th and 25th\, 2000. They appeared as themselves. \nSaturday\, 3/29/2025: \nNight 2 of Kettle Moraine Bluesfest (Saturday\, 4/20/2024) features Host Mandi Strachota followed by Ivy Ford Band and ending the evening with Davina & The Vagabonds. \nDavina & The Vagabonds: \nDavina Sowers and the Vagabonds have created a stir on the national music scene with their high-energy live shows\, level A musicianship\, sharp-dressed professionalism\, and Sowers’ commanding stage presence. With influences ranging from Fats Domino and the Preservation Hall Jazz Band to Aretha Franklin and Tom Waits\, the band is converting audiences one show at a time\, from Vancouver to Miami and across Europe. \nIvy Ford Band: \nIvy Ford is versatile\, talented\, an old soul. From singing the blues to being sultry\, she is an indigo artist who’s gift connects those who are around her and those who listen. Whether leading a full band or serenading a small audience solo on stage\, Ivy Ford commands an energy that is most magical. \nAbout the host – Mandi Strachota: \nBorn in Atlanta\, Georgia and raised in the wilds of West Bend\, Wisconsin\, Mandi Strachota is the product of southern roots and Midwest know-how\, a potent mix of practicality and soulful dreaming. Mandi is a member of blues legend Mudcat’s band\, collaborating with him on his 2018 release Castaway as well as his most recent album Flight School. \nDoors open at 6:30 PM to give you time to find your seats\, visit our historic lobby\, concession stand and fully stocked bar! Show begins at approximately 7:30 PM \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/kettle-moraine-blues-fest-2025-march-28/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T234946
CREATED:20250109T013747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T151919Z
UID:2655-1743276600-1743285600@thebendwi.org
SUMMARY:Kettle Moraine Blues Fest 2025 March 29
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 3rd Annual Kettle Moraine Blues Fest\n A 2-day festival of live Blues music! Buy a ticket for day 1 (Friday\, 3/28/2025) or day 2 (Saturday\, 3/29/2025) OR buy a 2-day pass to experience both nights of The Bend’s Kettle Moraine Blues Fest. \nFriday\, 3/28/2025: \nNight 1 of Kettle Moraine Bluesfest (Friday\, 3/28/2025) features Host\, originally from West Bend\, WI\, Mandi Strachota followed by  Dave Steffen Band and ending the evening with The Georgia Thunderbolts. \nThe Georgia Thunderbolts: \nThe road to being hailed as the new torchbearers of Southern rock hasn’t been as glamorous as you might imagine for The Georgia Thunderbolts. It wasn’t many years ago that the guys busked at gas stations\, fumbled through covers\, and drove four hours to Alabama to play to a bartender and a three-legged dog sitting on a barstool. \nThe Dave Steffen Band: \nWith ten albums and literally thousands of live appearances under his belt\, Dave Steffen has made music a way of life. Several of the band’s songs have been used on the popular daytime soap\, The Young and the Restless. The show’s producer enjoyed their music so much\, he requested that they appear on an upcoming show. The show aired February 24th and 25th\, 2000. They appeared as themselves. \nSaturday\, 3/29/2025: \nNight 2 of Kettle Moraine Bluesfest (Saturday\, 4/20/2024) features Host Mandi Strachota followed by Ivy Ford Band and ending the evening with Davina & The Vagabonds. \nDavina & The Vagabonds: \nDavina Sowers and the Vagabonds have created a stir on the national music scene with their high-energy live shows\, level A musicianship\, sharp-dressed professionalism\, and Sowers’ commanding stage presence. With influences ranging from Fats Domino and the Preservation Hall Jazz Band to Aretha Franklin and Tom Waits\, the band is converting audiences one show at a time\, from Vancouver to Miami and across Europe. \nIvy Ford Band: \nIvy Ford is versatile\, talented\, an old soul. From singing the blues to being sultry\, she is an indigo artist who’s gift connects those who are around her and those who listen. Whether leading a full band or serenading a small audience solo on stage\, Ivy Ford commands an energy that is most magical. \nAbout the host – Mandi Strachota: \nBorn in Atlanta\, Georgia and raised in the wilds of West Bend\, Wisconsin\, Mandi Strachota is the product of southern roots and Midwest know-how\, a potent mix of practicality and soulful dreaming. Mandi is a member of blues legend Mudcat’s band\, collaborating with him on his 2018 release Castaway as well as his most recent album Flight School. \nDoors open at 6:30 PM to give you time to find your seats\, visit our historic lobby\, concession stand and fully stocked bar! Show begins at approximately 7:30 PM \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/kettle-moraine-blues-fest-2025-march-29/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T234946
CREATED:20250213T214033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T214107Z
UID:2713-1743706800-1743714000@thebendwi.org
SUMMARY:Goodfellas
DESCRIPTION:Goodfellas (1990 – R)\nHenry Hill knows only too well that he must put the Mob’s interests before everything\, even his family\, but when the good times turn sour\, his loyalties dissolve in the face of greater rewards. Faced with a terrible retribution\, Hill can see only one way to get out alive. \nDoors open at 6:30 PM to give you time to pick your seats\, visit our historic lobby\, concession stand and fully stocked bar!
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/goodfellas/
CATEGORIES:Movies
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250404T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250404T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T234946
CREATED:20250109T014626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T114613Z
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SUMMARY:Chicago Tribute Anthology 2025 April 4
DESCRIPTION:Chicago Tribute Anthology\nContinuing the Celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Chicago VII Album! \nA driving rhythm section\, powerful horns\, and authentic vocals combine to recreate the sound of one of the most popular and enduring bands of all time\, Chicago! \nChicago Tribute Anthology is a 7-piece horn band dedicated to performing the music of one of the most popular and enduring bands of all time: Chicago. The unique sound that was and is Chicago defined a generation and changed the sound of popular music forever. See Chicago Tribute Anthology live and experience their concert set of Chicago’s greatest hits! \nCTA’s personnel are all veterans of the Chicago-area musical scene and have performed with notable national and local artists such as Ray Charles\, Stevie Wonder\, Mel Tormé\, Tony Bennett\, the Hat Guys\, Flapjacks\, Katie Sullivan\, Legacy\, the Four Man Acoustical Band\, Farewell\, Deja Groove\, Bill Russo and the Chicago Jazz Ensemble\, Take 5\, The Dana Legg Big Band\, Woody Herman Orchestra\, Fanfare\, the Fox Valley Concert Band\, and many other of the area’s finest musicians and ensembles. \nChicago Tribute Anthology brings to life the ‘Golden Age’ of Chicago by meticulously recreating many of the great songs from the first 11 albums.  Enjoy Chicago Tribute Anthology live and experience Chicago’s classic songs! \nDoors open at 6:30 PM to give you time to find your seats\, visit our historic lobby\, concession stand and fully stocked bar! \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/chicago-tribute-anthology-2025-april4/
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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