The Stiefel Theatre Event Listings

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Dwight Yoakam – Thursday January 26, 7:30 p.m.
$79, 72, 60

Few entertainers have attained the iconic status of Dwight Yoakam. He has12 gold albums and 9 platinum. Dwight is an in-demand guest whether it be for his concerts or acting. Dwight Yoakam defies categorization. He has sold more than 25 million albums worldwide, placing him in an elite cadre of global superstars. Five of his albums have topped Billboard’s Country albums chart with another seven landing in the Top 10. He has won two Grammys and earned a staggering 21 nominations. Don’t miss this rare opportunity.

Simone Dinnerstein – Friday January 27, 8:00 p.m.
$35, 25, 15

American pianist Simone Dinnerstein has been praised by TIME for her “arresting freshness and subtlety.” Her first album Bach: A Strange Beauty was released in Jan. 2011 and immediately earned a No. 1 spot on Billboard Classical Chart. Philadelphia Inquirer writes “Simone Dinnerstien is in a league with any of the great Beethoven pianists of our time.” This graduate of the Juilliard School lives in Brooklyn and was featured last year on CBS Sunday Morning.

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 – 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.

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.

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.

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 – Friday May 18, 8:00 p.m.
$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