The 2012 Stiefel Winter/Spring Line-up has been announced.

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Coming Soon to the
Historic Stiefel Theatre

Celtic Nights –
Sunday February 19, 7:30 p.m.
$45, 38, 21

From the creators of Gaelforce Dance the “unmissable two hour spectacular has brought audiences to their feet all around the world.” Featuring the finest Celtic voices showcased against a thundering backdrop of expert dancing and musicianship. A perfect mix of traditional and contemporary Irish pieces, taking the audience right to the striking edge of this ancient art form.


Fresh Beat Band –
SOLD OUT
Thursday February 23, 6:00 p.m.
$42, 35, 25

Nickelodeon’s popular music group and stars of the hit TV series of the same name hits the road for the first time ever nationwide concert tour! Nick Jr. is currently rolling out new episodes of The Fresh Beat Band every Friday through Dec. 9th. They debuted in 2009 on Nickelodeon and has amassed an amazing core fan base. Kids are introduced to the fundamentals of music such as melody, rhythm, tempo and performance styles.  Viewers also learn the importance of friendship, working together in a positive way and respecting each other’s differences.


The Magical Music Of Disney –
Bank of Tescott Family Concert
Salina Symphony
Sunday March 11, 4 p.m.
$15, 8 (children & students)
Ken Hakoda, Conductor
Lose yourself in a fairy tale come true when the Salina Symphony presents music from “Beauty and the Beast,” "The Lion King," “The Little Mermaid,” “Aladdin” and much more. Adults and children alike are invited to enjoy a unique experience in which timeless animated images are synchronized with music to transport them to their favorite Disney musical moment!


Die Fledermaus –
Sunday March 18, 7:30 p.m.
$45, 32, 15
The Wichita Grand Opera comes to Salina!

The best-known of all operettas Die Fledermaus (The Bat) comes to the Stiefel Theatre in full form, beauty, and grandeur. The production will be performed in English. Known as the Waltz King, Die Fledermaus is Johann Strauss’ most popular staged work. Stage director James McNamara, who has been working in many of Germany’s largest opera houses for the last 10 years, will deliver a truly Viennese ambiance to this production. Michael Hayes, tenor, returns as the rakish Gabriel von Eisenstein. Soprano Mary-Jane lee will debut with the WGO. She most recently appeared with the Santa Fe Opera throughout their 2011 season.


Bruce Hornsby –
Friday March 23, 8:00 p.m.
$55, 45

Bruce Hornsby’s work continues to display the same creative iconoclasm that’s been a constant in his two-and-a-half decade recording career. His commercial stock soared early on when “The Way it Is” became the most-played song on American radio in 1987, winning ASCAP’s Song of the Year award.


Foreigner –
Thursday April 12, 8:00 p.m.
$68, 57, 44

Foreigner is universally hailed as one of the most popular rock acts in the world, racking up scores of smash hits, multi-platinum albums, and sold out concert tours.

From Cold As Ice to Hot Blooded, Urgent to Jukebox Hero, Waiting For A Girl Like You to the chart topper I Want To Know What Love is, Foreigner's thrilling mix of blustery blues and impeccably crafted pop continues to captivate generation after generation of music fans.

Today, over 70 million albums later, Foreigner is an ensemble of talented musicians each adding their individual credentials to the mix to make the band stronger and more powerful than ever. Foreigner’s brand of an electrifying mix of blustery blues and impeccably crafted pop continues to captivate generation after generation of music fans.  Founded in 1976, Foreigner has sold more than 70 million albums and has experienced multi-platinum success around the world.

Youth Symphony Extravaganza –
50th Anniversary Celebration
Sunday April 15, 4:00 p.m.
$12, 6 (students)
Join us for this special concert celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Salina Youth Symphony! The performance will feature 160+ members of the Youth Symphony, Junior Youth Symphony and Preparatory Orchestra.


Garrison Keillor –
Tuesday April 24, 7:30 p.m.
$65, 55, 45

The Best-Selling Author and Host of A A Prairie Home Companion comes to the Stiefel on his farewell tour. Born in 1942 in Anoka, Minnesota, he began his radio career as a freshman at the U of Minnesota. In 1974 he hosted the first broadcast of A Prairie Home Companion.


Trace Adkins –
Friday April 27, 8:00 p.m.
$75, 69, 58

Trace Adkins is one of Country music's most versatile and accomplished entertainers. His instantly recognizable baritone has earned 30 charted singles and 15 Top Ten hits gold, platinum, and multi-platinum albums with total sales surpassing 10 million. He is the author of A Personal Stand: Observations and Opinions from a Freethinking Roughneck. He was a finalist on NBC's The Celebrity Apprentice, where he charmed millions while his recent role in The Lincoln Lawyer put him in the company of Matthew McConaughey, Ryan Phillipe, Jon Leguiazamo and William H. Macy in the box-office topping theatrical release.


TIMELESS ROMANCE –
Salina Symphony
Sunday May 6, 4 p.m.
$22, 12 (students)
Ken Hakoda, Conductor
Featuring guests soloists Leslie Mangrum and Joseph Perniciaro, the Salina Chorale and the KWU Philharmonic Choir
The Symphony bids a fond farewell to our “Season of Romance” with a collection of love songs from your favorite musicals and operas.


Ira Glass –
Saturday May 12, 8:00 p.m.
$47, 37

Host and creator of the public radio program This American Life heard on more than 500 public radio stations, and 1.7 million listeners weekly. The creator of the public radio show This American Life talks about his program and how it's put together: what makes a compelling story, where they find the amazing stories for their show, how he and his staff are trying to push broadcast journalism to do things it doesn't usually do. As part of this, Glass mixes stories from the show, live onstage, combining his narration with pre-taped quotes and music, recreating the sound of the show as the audience watches. And he plays funny and memorable moments from the show, and talks about what was behind their creation.


Kathleen Madigan –
TBA (The date is going to change.)
$33, 25

Dubbed by Jay Leno as “one of America’s funniest female comics.”  In her 22 year career, Kathleen Madigan has never been hotter, with her new Showtime special, "Gone Madigan," in constant rotation and the DVD-CD of the special topping the Amazon and iTunes charts. Madigan is a constant on SIRIUS-XM Radio and last year beat out all the guys to win the listener determined "SIRIUS Challenge Cup," deeming her the number one favorite comedian played on SIRIUS radio.

Firefall, Poco, Pure Prairie League –
Saturday June 16, 8:00 p.m.
$55, 45, 35

This special three hour show will feature all three legendary Country/Rock bands playing their own sets and all their hits. The genealogy and musical roots of Firefall run deep into the fertile soil of American rock and folk rock music. Earning two platinum and three gold records Firefall toured the world and shared the stages with many of the top bands. Poco has always been a pioneer. It can easily be argued that Poco first created the combination of vocal harmonies, country instruments and rock and roll rhythms that became known as country rock. From their early beginnings in Ohio as a group of friends to the present-day unit featuring founding members Pure Prairie League continues to embellish the rich 42 year history of one of Country-Rock’s pioneering forces. PPL’s sound combines sweet memories with edgy, contemporary muscle. Now in their fifth decade Pure Prairie League continues to lead the way for the new generation of Country/Rockers.