Soul of the Southside – Juneteenth Festival

The Hook and Ladder Theater 3010 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis

#gap-2129311390 { padding-top: 31px; } EVENT DETAILS #gap-1887664395 { padding-top: 15px; } The Hook and Ladder TheaterArbeiter Brewing, Moon Palace Books, & The Coliseum Building 12-8pm :: All Ages :: Family Friendly RAIN or SHINE Thank you to our supporting partners! EVENT DESCRIPTION #gap-387884989 { padding-top: 15px; } Soul of the Southside – Juneteenth Festival — Register to receive notifications on activities, event schedules & morehttps://soulofthesouthside.com Live Music Under The Canopy at The Hook and Ladder Theater. Music lineup and event lineup coming soon soon. The Soul of the Southside ignites the spirit of Juneteenth and Black Liberation by centering the richness of Black culture. Through a powerful fusion of history, art, music, food, and education, our festival is a transformative platform that unites, empowers, and inspires. We honor the brilliance of Black creatives, businesses, and community organizations, showcasing the profound contributions of Black Americans. By using creativity as a force for liberation, we build connections, foster learning, and leave a legacy of cultural pride and unity for generations to come. #gap-1934744812 { padding-top: 30px; } #gap-1055911033 { padding-top: 22px; } #image_2011065779 { width: 100%; } This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. #col-683819746 > .col-inner { padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px; margin: 0px 0px -21px 0px; } #row-1043789338 > .col > .col-inner { padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px; } #col-1970274718 > .col-inner { margin: 0px 0px -27px 0px; } #row-1340997910 > .col > .col-inner { padding: 0px 0px 15px 0px; }

Free

Erin Schwab’s Big Birthday Bash! with Jay Fuchs

Main Stage Showroom 6161 Hwy 65 NE, Minneapolis

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. A Fun Night of Cabaret! It is time once again to celebrate Erin Schwab’s Big Bday! Join Erin Schwab and Jay Fuchs for a fun night of stories, songs and sweet delicious cocktails. Erin Schwab and Jay Fuchs have been playing together in the Twin Cities and across the US for over 25 years. Erin and Jay have played all of the stages at Crooners for years and have written and performed many shows including 1967: Summer of Love, Erin sings Bette and their VERY popular Naughty and Nice Holiday Shows! They have played Clubs, Theaters, Weddings, Fundraisers, Garages, Living Rooms, Corporate and Political Events. Both Erin and Jay have also been Music and Theater Educators for years. Jay was the head of the Music Theory Department at McNally Smith College of Music for many years and Erin was on the Voice & Ensemble Faculty there as well. Erin and Jay started Cabaret Camp and Jay has now evolved the original classes to cultivate a new group, The Cabaret All-Stars and they are playing numerous places around town as well. Erin is the audience coordinator and a regular Jason Show Contributor on Fox 9. She also is a Director of Educational Theater and Teaching Artist and one of the co-founders of ETC Productions, a new Educational Theater Company here in the Twin Cities! For more information go to etcproductions.info “Erin Schwab IS the Bette Midler of the Twin Cities!” Jason Matheson of the Jason Show on Fox 9 and Jason and Alexis In The Morning on My Talk 107.1 FM

Marv & Kaat at Margies

Margie's Kitchen & Cocktails 13735 Round Lake Blvd NW, Suite 105, Andover

Reservations Suggested

STAND! Songs of Struggle, Strength and Hope at Crooners

The Belvedere at Crooners 6161 Highway 65 NE, Minneapolis

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 90 minutes before showtimes. A Night of Uplifting Rock, Soul, Funk, Folk and Protest! There are times when we want to “Get together,” to proclaim “What’s going on?” as we remember, “This land is made for you and me.” Music can get us there. Join Trish Sisson, Dane Stauffer and Lori Dokken, as we lift our voices and sing. Enjoy the sing-along vibe and the rich history of music that accompanies the struggle and gives us harmony and hope. Trish Sisson: VocalsDane Stauffer: VocalsLori Dokken: Keys, VocalsKris Stauffer: Bass, VocalsAndy LaCasse: Guitar, VocalsAndy Artz: DrumsAward winning Singer/Actor/Writer/Director/Playwright/ Theatre-Maker Dane Stauffer’s acting credits include a lead role in the recent smash hit “Glensheen” ( Returning to HIstory THeatre in July!)). Awards include: “Best Actor in a Comedy” LA Stage Scene/All in the Timing, Best Actor /Broadway World for “Glensheen.” He has performed with legends like Dolly Parton, Madeline Kahn, Kelsey Grammer, Peter Graves and and more! When not onstage, with 40 years improvisation experience he can be found teaching empowerment through the arts to children and adults in all settings. More info at www.danestauffer.com Song stylist Trish Sisson, a native of New York City, grew up in Miami, Florida where she began singing for her supper at 16. From dinner theater, casino showrooms, cruise ship revues, street dances on flatbed trucks, piano bars, state & county festivals, corporate functions & most recently the social media screen, Trish is at home on any stage. She has performed with Barry Gibb, Nell Carter, Gloria Estefan & Freddie Hubbard, & has warmed up audiences for Ben Vereen, Don Rickles, Bob Newhart & Loretta Lynn to name but a few. Her original song “Have a Heart” has been used to raise awareness about homelessness & poverty & for organizations like AIDSWalk Miami, Children’s Cancer Society, ARC Minnesota, & the Minnesota Visiting Nurse Association.Trish feels most at home in the intimate setting of the cabaret where the power of a great lyric can be fully appreciated. As a motivational entertainer, Trish brings joy, laughter, tears & hope to her audience as she explores the human experience through songs and stories. www.danestauffer.com This performance will support Guinnovation. We improve access to quality education for youth living in rural and peri-urban communities in Guinea by partnering with local leaders to identify underserved areas, establish schools, and support the salaries of dedicated teachers. To foster effective learning in a safe environment, we also provide students with essential resources such as books, school supplies, uniforms, and access to clean water on school grounds. In addition, we invest in teacher development by offering opportunities for ongoing training and skill-building. Guinnovatoin is a volunteer-led organization, which means 100% of donations go directly to supporting our educational programs. For more information on Guinnovation, visit our website at www.guinnovation.org or visit our table at this performance.