Exciting events and experiences happening this month in Burnsville.
Step into the spirit of the season with Rocky Mountain High Experience®: A John Denver Christmas; an intimate, nostalgic journey back to the 1970s, when John Denvers music filled the airwaves and hearts across the country. Led by acclaimed performer Rick Schuler, and joined by Musical Director William Lenihan and the Starlight String Ensemble, this enchanting holiday concert features beloved Denver classics like Rocky Mountain High, Take Me Home, Country Roads, Annies Song, and Sunshine On My Shoulders. The evening also includes a heartfelt tribute to Denvers iconic holiday specials, with seasonal favorites such as Aspenglow, Silent Night, Joy to the World, and Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire. Whether you are a lifelong fan or discovering Denvers music for the first time, this show will leave you feeling inspired and full of holiday cheer. A true celebration for all ages, dont miss the unforgettable event that brings the magic of John Denver to life.
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Step into the spirit of the season with Rocky Mountain High Experience®: A John Denver Christmas; an intimate, nostalgic journey back to the 1970s, when John Denvers music filled the airwaves and hearts across the country. Led by acclaimed performer Rick Schuler, and joined by Musical Director William Lenihan and the Starlight String Ensemble, this enchanting holiday concert features beloved Denver classics like Rocky Mountain High, Take Me Home, Country Roads, Annies Song, and Sunshine On My Shoulders. The evening also includes a heartfelt tribute to Denvers iconic holiday specials, with seasonal favorites such as Aspenglow, Silent Night, Joy to the World, and Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire. Whether you are a lifelong fan or discovering Denvers music for the first time, this show will leave you feeling inspired and full of holiday cheer. A true celebration for all ages, dont miss the unforgettable event that brings the magic of John Denver to life.
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The tradition continues! Lorie Line returns to the stage as a solo pianist and celebrates the Christmas season with faith-filled stories and the best-of-the-best holiday music. This year's tour marks her 36th year of touring. As always, expect beautiful costumes, elegant piano arrangements, funny stories, and personal tender words that reflect the true meaning of Christmas as she brings her concert grand piano to the center stage.
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Handels Messiah, a timeless oratorio that has captivated audiences for centuries. Conducted by Stephen J. Ramsey, the founding Music Director of the Dakota Valley Symphony, this concert celebrates the symphonys 40th anniversary season and promises to be a highlight of the holiday season.
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Twin Cities Ballet's beloved holiday classic with a Minnesota twist returns to Ames Center this December! This year A Minnesota Nutcracker is more Minnesotan than ever, with a number of new costumes and choreography portraying iconic Minnesota characters and landscapes. The result is a fresh, vibrant, and monumentally Minnesota take on the beloved holiday classic.
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Twin Cities Ballet's beloved holiday classic with a Minnesota twist returns to Ames Center this December! This year A Minnesota Nutcracker is more Minnesotan than ever, with a number of new costumes and choreography portraying iconic Minnesota characters and landscapes. The result is a fresh, vibrant, and monumentally Minnesota take on the beloved holiday classic.
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Twin Cities Ballet's beloved holiday classic with a Minnesota twist returns to Ames Center this December! This year A Minnesota Nutcracker is more Minnesotan than ever, with a number of new costumes and choreography portraying iconic Minnesota characters and landscapes. The result is a fresh, vibrant, and monumentally Minnesota take on the beloved holiday classic.
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Twin Cities Ballet's beloved holiday classic with a Minnesota twist returns to Ames Center this December! This year A Minnesota Nutcracker is more Minnesotan than ever, with a number of new costumes and choreography portraying iconic Minnesota characters and landscapes. The result is a fresh, vibrant, and monumentally Minnesota take on the beloved holiday classic.
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Twin Cities Ballet's beloved holiday classic with a Minnesota twist returns to Ames Center this December! This year A Minnesota Nutcracker is more Minnesotan than ever, with a number of new costumes and choreography portraying iconic Minnesota characters and landscapes. The result is a fresh, vibrant, and monumentally Minnesota take on the beloved holiday classic.
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Seven world class musicians, re-imagined holiday favorites, an EMMY, and a lot of sugared cereal. Oh yeah, and a decent singer with cool glasses. His performances go for the gut in rousing fashion-Minneapolis Star Tribune. Shaun Johnson returns to the Ames Center stage with his Jazz Pop holiday show. As the lead singer of Tonic Sol-fa-and an Emmy winner-Shaun reworks classic Christmas fare with a charismatic charm, and his performances routinely sell out. Make plans to see this nationally acclaimed Billboard Top 5 artist as he brings a new show back to Burnsville!
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Get ready for the Rock & Roll Xmas Spectacular, where your favorite holiday classics collide with iconic rock anthems in a high-energy show with enough confetti to make Rudolph blush! Join an all-star lineup featuring Paul Stretch Diethelm and Ted Manderfeld, alongside powerhouse vocalists Pamela McNeill, Stacy Bauer, and Tim Haussner. They will be backed by an incredible band including bassist Cody McKinney, saxophonist and flutist Mike Kreitzer, and drummer Pete Hennig. Experience timeless holiday hits like Silent Night, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, Jingle Bells, and The Little Drummer Boy reimagined with a rock twist that will get you into the holiday spirit like never before! Do not miss out on this unforgettable celebration of rock and holiday cheer.
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An evening celebrating Elvis Presley's incredible Christmas Songbook. Internationally-renowned Elvis tribute artist Anthony Shore and his All-Star Band present their very popular holiday revue, featuring an even bigger band this year. Selling out at multiple venues each year, this intimate evening of The King of Rock & Rolls holiday classics appeals to audiences of all ages, with performances of timeless hits like Blue Christmas, If Every Day Was Like Christmas, I'll Be Home for Christmas, and many more.
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Come celebrate the 10th Anniversary of An Andy & Bing Christmas with very special guests, The Dakota Valley Symphony conducted by Steve Ramsey! Nearly 70 musicians will be on stage performing such beloved Andy Williams and Bing Crosby Christmas classics including Happy Holidays, Mele Kelikimaka, Marshmallow World, O' Holy Night, Silent Night, The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year and many more perfect Christmas songs. Featuring the lead vocals of producers Super Bowl Champion and Lakeville native Ben Utecht and Twin Cities favorite Cate Fierro and Minnesota Music Hall of Fame and Midwest Music Hall of Fame Recipient Mick Sterling, along with the 16 piece band this show normally has. To make it even sweeter, The Dakota Valley Symphony will join the band on many songs to celebrate our 10th Anniversary of this magical show!
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While The Carpenters are known for over a dozen chart topping hits, they also won over their fans with their Christmas celebrations. Singer and playwright Lisa Rock and her 6-piece backing band are keeping The Carpenters holiday traditions alive and bringing their unforgettable Christmas songs to the stage. Based on the music of The Carpenters two holiday albums and Christmas variety shows, A Carpenters Christmas features Merry Christmas Darling and the jazzy Santa Claus is Comin to Town. Its a holiday concert that spreads joy and cheer to all.
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Fresh off acclaimed tours across Australia, Asia, Europe, and the Americas, Blue Violin has been earning international accolades for genre-bending performances that blur the boundary between classical virtuosity and rock energy. Following last year?s hugely successful holiday tour ? which played to packed houses and sold-out nights ? this is your chance to experience the magic live. From the first shimmering notes to the final encore, this is more than a concert ? it?s a radiant New Year?s celebration of joy, hope, and unforgettable music.
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