

The Looney Lutherans in HOTDISH ON THE RANGE: All Hat. No Cattle.
The Belvedere at Crooners 6161 Highway 65 NE, MinneapolisWeek of Events
Twin Prop Jane
Twin Prop Jane
Stow away and tuck in for some folk sessions with Tam Maluda of the Northerly Gales and Dee Brust of SisterTree and Purgatory Creek.
Honky-Tonk Jump: The Texas Swing Music of Bob Wills
Honky-Tonk Jump: The Texas Swing Music of Bob Wills
Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. An Evening of Great Western Swing Jazz With a Cowboy Hat! Dan Newton: Accordion, VocalsRichard Kriehn: Fiddle, VocalsTom Schaefer: FiddleJoe Savage: Pedal steel, VocalsDan Lowinger: GuitarVaughn Asselstine: Upright BassAndrew Bartleson: Drums Dan Newton performed many times on A Prairie Home Companion and played Western swing with various bands since the 1980s. He serves triple duty as the front man, accordionist and lead vocalist. “The crowd of over 600 were roaring their approval beginning the moment they heard the first twang from the stage. Honky-Tonk Jump played old favorites and new tunes with an ease that comes from the many years they’ve all played professionally.” –MIssissippi Music honkytonkjump.com
CROONERS JAZZ: BluLuna – Swing Into Summer!
CROONERS JAZZ: BluLuna – Swing Into Summer!
Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Euphoric Swing Jazz BluLuna was formed by four veteran musicians out of their love for myriad genres of the jazz idiom without restraining themselves to one specific branch of the music. By focusing on familiar melodic compositions, this bias-free approach has allowed them to concentrate on playing very fresh and sparkling ideas honoring the wide range of America’s 1st original sonic art. The result is a startlingly warm delivery of a strong yet hyper-sensitive mélange of enchanting moments. Dean Magraw: GuitarRick Carlson: PianoSteve Pikal: BassJay Epstein: Drums Dean Magraw studied at the University of Minnesota and Berklee College of Music in Boston. He spent five years in Beantown, playing professionally and teaching. After returning to his hometown St. Paul, he’s had a life of music – playing, composing, arranging, producing, & recording. Magraw’s music is impossible to pigeonhole. For 15 years, he was half of a duo with mandolinist Peter Ostroushko. He has collaborated with Masahiro Nitta, who plays the traditional Japanese shamisen; with Nigel Kennedy, Britain’s bad boy of the classical violin; with Nirmala Rajasekar, South Indian vocalist and player of the vina; with the singers Bruce Henry, Ruth MacKenzie, and Claudia Schmidt; with the Irish supergroup Altan. As a jazz cat, he leads his own trio, performs with Chris Bates & Jay Epstein as Red Planet since 2002, and more recently has formed BluLuna. “With four of our favorite musicians comprising BluLuna, we were prepared for a great night of improv. They even exceeded our expectations, as was evidenced by the great audience response!” – Mike Wolsted DeanMagraw.com
The Looney Lutherans in HOTDISH ON THE RANGE: All Hat. No Cattle.
The Looney Lutherans in HOTDISH ON THE RANGE: All Hat. No Cattle.
Outdoor venue | Tent with partially covered patio | Dress for weather |Service begins 75 minutes before showtimes. Comic. Musical Comedy. Audience Interaction. Giddyup! After 20 years on the road together, the Looney Lutherans are saddling up with a “Country and Cowboy” themed show. Segments include Lutheran Cowboy-ish Wisdom and hilarious parodies of classic country songs like “I’m Falling to Pieces.” With loads of laughs and lots of great harmonies, the Looney Lutherans invite you to join them for this hilarious round-up – and you don’t have to be Lutheran (or a Cowboy) to love ‘em. Yee haw! Greta Grosch as Lois Jenson Dorian Chalmers as Ginger Johnson Robbie Mancina as Bella Anderson The Looney Lutherans are all professional actors, singers and improvisors, and the idea for the “Loonies” was cooked up in 2006 when the founding members were appearing in the cast of the hit musical CHURCH BASEMENT LADIES. The Looney Lutherans have since appeared together around the country at Fairs and Festivals, Mother/Daughter Banquets, Community Events, Red Hat Gatherings, Hospital Fundraisers, Customer Appreciation Dinners and at Women’s and Senior Expos, and they are delighted to be returning to Crooner’s! “We had such a wonderful afternoon with you gals! Everyone was still buzzing about it the next day. It was so wonderful to see our seats filled and to hear the laughter in the air. I can see now why everyone says if you get a chance to see you gals perform to go, its worth it!” – Sara / Looney Lutheran Client thelooneylutherans.com
Sunday Trad Session
Defending Democracy with Jerry Newton and Julie Blaha
Defending Democracy with Jerry Newton and Julie Blaha
Join us at Crooners for an amazing night as we celebrate the career of Jerry Newton and hear from State Auditor Julie Blaha. Join us at Crooners for an amazing night as we celebrate the career of Jerry Newton and hear from State Auditor Julie Blaha. Your ticket includes a buffet and dessert!
Mumblin’ Drew’s Oldfangled Orchestrators
Sea Shanty Sing
Neo Soul Night
Paul Bergen & Friends
Tom Dahill and Ginny Johnson
Tom Dahill and Ginny Johnson
Tom and Ginny bring alive the soul of Ireland. Performing tunes learned from the old masters, they delight audiences with passionate reels and playful songs.
Irish Céilí Dancing
Irish Céilí Dancing
Join in the fun with an Irish céilí dancing session, every Wednesday with instructor Paul McCluskey and live music with local musicians.
Faster Pussycat
Faster Pussycat
Faster Pussycat are the undisputed Kings of Sleaze Rock from Hollywood, CA formed in 1986.
Yacht Rock Night with Private Oates
Yacht Rock Night with Private Oates
Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 90 minutes before showtimes. A Night of Classic Yacht Rock with this Hall & Oates Tribute Private Oates bring all those great smooth 70’s and 80’s sounds to the Belvedere at Crooners! Whether you’re a Maneater, a Rich Girl, or if you Can’t Go for That, Private Oates has your kiss on their list. A great night of music under the stars! Al Church Brian Nanoff Brock Lammers Peter LaVoie Evan Fox Private Oates has been making dreams come true as Minnesota’s premier Hall & Oates tribute band since 2013. These veteran Twin Cities musicians bring the greatest hits of the chart topping yacht rock duo, along with classic selections from Prince, Springsteen, and more.
Lord Jeremy w. Thor Leseman & The Breadwinners, A Sunken Ship Irony
YEARBOOK: Class of ’77 • Great Songs from 1973-1977
YEARBOOK: Class of ’77 • Great Songs from 1973-1977
Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. An Evening of Musical Nostalgia and Fun! Everyone has their coming-of-age soundtrack. The songs that stick with you forever, and always bring back memories! The Class of ’77 was blessed with an amazing playlist, including songs by Elton John, Linda Ronstadt, Queen, The Eagles, Helen Reddy, Jim Croce, The Bee Gees, Barry Manilow, Kansas, Peter Frampton, and so many more. They had Classic Rock, Pop, Country, R&B, Hard Rock, Disco, Country Rock and Glam Rock. There were fantastic Broadway, TV Show and Movie songs, and some pretty awesome Novelty Songs. Yearbook Class of ’77: Great Songs from 1973-1977 taps into all of it. You will love this fun and sentimental show. Get ready to sing along! Jay Fuchs (Class of ’77): Piano, VocalsAndy LaCasse (Class of ‘83): Guitar, VocalsDane Stauffer (Class of ’77): Vocals Jay Fuchs is a renowned entertainer, music director, and music educator. For 25 years he has been the musical partner of Erin Schwab, the “Bette Midler of the Twin Cites”. Jay has served as music director for the Governor’s Inauguration Ball, the annual Basilica of Saint Mary Fund Raiser, and many more. For 27 years he was the Music Theory Department Head at McNally Smith College of Music. Andy LaCasse is a multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter and arranger. For over 30 years, he has been a favorite studio session player and live performance band member in all areas of the Twin Cities music scene. Dane Stauffer is familiar to Twin Cities audiences as Roger in the Ivey Award winning “Glensheen”. Among many other starring roles, he played Scrooge in “Dolly Parton’s Smokey Mountain Christmas Carol” at the Ordway. Dane is also a very popular cabaret entertainer.
Jennifer Marie at White Squirrel
RIVER: The Music of Carole King, Joni Mitchell and Carly Simon
RIVER: The Music of Carole King, Joni Mitchell and Carly Simon
Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 90 minutes before showtimes. A Wonderful Tribute to Carole, Joni and Carly Paying tribute to legendary songwriters Carole King, Joni Mitchell, and Carly Simon, the classic songs will take the audience on a nostalgic journey remembering the music of the 60s and 70s. Songs include “You’re So Vain,” “Nobody Does it Better,” “Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow,” “Natural Woman,” “Help Me,” and “Both Sides Now.” With lush vocal harmonies and an amazing all-star band, River brings the songs and memories together in one unforgettable tribute. Deb Brown, Sara Renner & Aimee Lee: Vocals Boyd Lee: Acoustic Guitar, Vocals Brian Ziemniak: Keys, Backing Vocals Noah Levy: Drums Yohannes Tona: Bass Guitar Matt Berry: Electric Guitar Pete Whitman: Saxophone, Flute Deb Brown, Aimee Lee and Sara Renner are three renowned vocalists with combined extensive musical experiences with their own original recordings, international tours with super stars, and as voices in numerous shows and on various recording projects around the Twin Cities area and beyond.RIVER Facebook Page
Jason Chavez for Ward 9 Pride Drag Show Fundraiser
Jason Chavez for Ward 9 Pride Drag Show Fundraiser
Join us for a vibrant, family-friendly Pride Drag Show Fundraiser in support of Jason’s re-election campaign—a celebration of community, progress, and equality!
Sue Scott’s Island of Discarded Women with Flanagan, Poundstone & Grace!
Sue Scott’s Island of Discarded Women with Flanagan, Poundstone & Grace!
Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. An Audacious Variety Show Amplifying Women’s Voices! On June 12th, we’re celebrating Taking a Stand with these powerful women! Peggy Flanagan, our rock star Lt. Gov., is now ready to take a stand for Minnesotans nationally by running to be our next US Senator! Our buddy, the hilarious comedian Paula Poundstone, is BACK! Paula takes a stand every time she steps on stage! Our musical guest, Amanda Grace will share richly vibrant songs that reflect her hope that standing up and giving of oneself reinforces the goodness in others. Tiffany Grande will join Amanda on violin. Plus, Island fav, actor Silvia Pontaza and host Sue Scott! Sue Scott: Host Peggy Flanagan: Special guest Paula Poundstone: Comedian Amanda Grace: Musical guest Tiffany Grande: Violinist with Amanda Grace Silvia Pontaza: Actor + Live Real-Time Captioning available at all our shows. Bring your smartphones! Creator, host Sue Scott is a veteran actor, who for 24 years was the female cast member on the public radio show A Prairie Home Companion. Since 2019, Sue has been thoroughly immersed in producing Island of Discarded Women live show & podcast. Special guest Peggy Flanagan is currently Minnesota’s 50th Lieutenant Governor. Throughout her career in state and local government, and as the head of Children’s Defense Fund – Minnesota, Peggy has seen the impact the federal government can have on people’s everyday lives. Being raised by a single mother, it has made a huge impact on hers. As a candidate for US Senate, Peggy is ready to stand up and be a voice for all Minnesotans in Washington. If elected, she’ll be the first Native American woman to ever serve in the U.S. Senate! Iconic comedian Paula Poundstone is known for her smart, observational humor and a spontaneous wit that has become the stuff of legend. She regularly plays theaters across the country, hosts a weekly comedy podcast, Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone, and is a regular panelist on NPR’s Wait, Wait… Don’t Tell Me. She also voiced the character ‘Forgetter Paula’ in the feature films Inside Out and Inside Out 2. Musical guest Amanda Grace is a Minnesota native releasing music that drifts between folk, alt- pop/rock and Americana. Her songs, sung with her warm sultry vocals, reflect questions she asks herself regarding the status of her own thoughts. Review: “As she hops from one genre to another, Amanda doesn’t try to change, tweak, alter, or reinvent them. She simply owns them. And that is the secret of making yourself stand apart from the pack.” D. Franklin, The Big Takeover “Island of Discarded Women…a popular happening dedicated to the idea that women’s voices must be heard.” –Chris Hewitt, Star Tribune IslandOfDiscardedWomen.com
Swamp Twisters 2.0 at Dubliner
Swamp Twisters 2.0 at Dubliner
A group of Twin Cities Blues All-Stars with a combined experience of 670 years of recording, performing locally, nationally and backing national Blues artists.
Country*Oke
Country*Oke
Come sing one with us at COUNTRY-OKE, live-band country karaoke! All are welcome! Talent is optional. Hosted by country artist, Thomas Sticha, and electric guitar mainstay, Dan Lowinger. Backed by the DL4, including: Dan Lowinger – electric guitar Dan Neale – electric guitar Erik Lillestol – bass guitar Ryan Otte (Cole Diamond) – drums
Colleen Raye and Rick Carlson
Colleen Raye and Rick Carlson
No cover–light fare available from 4:30pm to 9:30pm. Full-menu available until 8:30pm. Bar and table seating offered – NO RESERVATIONS Colleen Raye: Vocals Rick Carlson: Piano Maggie’s Piano Lounge is a warm, relaxed and inviting space featuring a variety of seasoned singers and piano players. No cover. Order all of your favorite Crooners drinks and dinner items, experience superb service, and enjoy the great music!
The Ronny Loew Band – Soulful Saxophunk
The Ronny Loew Band – Soulful Saxophunk
Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Soulful Funk, Sax and R&B! Twin Cities sax player, Ronny Loew takes center stage with the Ronny Loew Band. Joined by a powerhouse rhythm section featuring some of the finest musicians in the area, Ronny delivers a high-energy mix of familiar Funk, R&B, and Soul songs—where the saxophone takes on the role of the vocalist. Plus, enjoy special tributes to legendary saxophone icons like David Sanborn, Maceo Parker, and Grover Washington Jr. Ronny Loew: Sax Kevin Anderson: Guitar Tony Axtell: Bass Brian Ziemniak: Keys David Anania: Drums Members of the Ronny Loew Band have performed with icons including David Sanborn, Michael McDonald, Bobby Lyle, Candy Dulfer, Dr. Mambos Combo and Blue Man Group! www.ronnyloew.com
Irish Music Session
Chief Opossum w. Plumstar
Chief Opossum w. Plumstar
Chief Opossum’s debut album Headlong Into Collapse is a crossroads of country, hard rock, and shoegaze. With raw lyrics and a sound that sways between gritty power and dreamy introspection, the album explores themes of tension, decay, isolation, and redemption. Building on the genre-agnostic foundation of 2024’s Northerner EP, Headlong Into Collapse paints a sonic landscape that is both familiar and foreign. Plumstar is an unadulterated contemporary group.
Sophisticated Lady – A Tribute to the Life & Music of Natalie Cole
Sophisticated Lady – A Tribute to the Life & Music of Natalie Cole
Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. A Dynamic Musical Tribute to Natalie Cole! A tribute to the music of the incomprable Natalie Cole featuring some of the Twin Cities finest musicians and vocalists. Kendra Glenn: VocalsKimberly Michaels: VocalsKrishawna Sadé: VocalsAlex Halikias: GuitarAce Mack: BassAdrian Davis: KeyboardsKe’Andre Mack: DrumsPhillip Holm: TrumpetJeff King: Saxophone Featuring top musicians who have played and or toured with Alexander O’Neal, Jay Bee & the Routine, R Factor and more! “An incredible evening of spectacluar performance of all of Natlie Cole’s timeless hits. Not to be missed!” – TC Daily MidAmerica Talent
Saint Small, The Mood Swings & Little Man at Hook and Ladder
Saint Small, The Mood Swings & Little Man at Hook and Ladder
Saint Small is throwing a combo reunion, album release and farewell show – a local band trifecta that has probably never been done! Joining in on the festivities are special guests The Mood Swings and Little Man.
Beyond New Orleans with Thomasina Petrus & the Selby Avenue Brass Band
Beyond New Orleans with Thomasina Petrus & the Selby Avenue Brass Band
Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 90 minutes before showtimes. Great New Orleans Style Jazz! The Selby Avenue Brass Band and incomparable Thomasina Petrus on vocals have benn performing together for over 10 years at the Twin Cities Jazz Festival, Selby Jazz Festival, Vintage Brass Band Festival, Crooner’s, Rondo Community Music Series, and multiple local and regional venues. It has been said that “Thomasina Petrus can outbrass a Brass Band”. Come hear for yourself as they perform funky street tunes, contemporary gospel, lush ballads, bawdy New Orleans hip shakers, swing, Latin, and plenty of original works by leader Tom Wells. Thomasina Petrus: Vocals Larry Sims and Gerard Ahlgren: Trumpets Marilyn Parker: Sax Chris Fulton: Trombone Nathan Norman: Drums Tom Wells: Tuba, Composer, Arranger, Band Leader Thomasina Petrus is a favorite Twin Cities singer and actress who truly belongs on stage in front of her adoring fans. Her addicting Cashew Brittle will also be available to add to the festive atmosphere. selbyavebrassband.com thomasinasmusic.square
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Irish Diplomacy
Irish Diplomacy
An eclectic Irish-American band with members from varied facets of the rich Twin Cities music scene.
Bimbo (Marquette MI) , w. Doom Gong (Louisville, KY), Two Weeks Past Never
GOTHESS at the Zen Arcade
GOTHESS at the Zen Arcade
Come dance away your gloom with us. Featuring your favorite queer goths on the Dj Altar, join us for this first GOTHESS in the side room at the Hook & Ladder.
Hugo w. John swardson, Near An Open Flame
Hugo w. John swardson, Near An Open Flame
“Hugo’s unique sound draws from a fusion of grunge from days gone by and the perfect blend of shoegaze to create a sublime musical experience.”
Mancini 101: The Moods of Henry Mancini with Maud Hixson and Rick Carlson
Mancini 101: The Moods of Henry Mancini with Maud Hixson and Rick Carlson
Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Classic Film Composer Songbook Celebrating the 101st birthday of classic film and television composer Henry Mancini, featuring iconic songs such as “Moon River”, and “The Days of Wine And Roses”. Also featuring music from TV’s Peter Gunn, the Pink Panther movies, Victor/Victoria and more. Maud Hixson: VocalsRick Carlson: Piano Hailed as “gently virtuosic” (All About Jazz), Maud Hixson is a devoted exponent of great songs, ranging from the classic Great American Songbook to the often unsung or forgotten compositions awaiting rediscovery. Based in Saint Paul, Minnesota, Maud made her Guthrie Theater debut in the Noel Coward revue Coward’s Women, also appearing in Park Square Theater’s The Soul of Gershwin. She teamed with Sir Richard Rodney Bennett in 2012 for the long-running Midtown Jazz at Midday concert series at Saint Peter’s and debuted her show Skyscraper Wits in London and New York in 2015. She has made three appearances at Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Rose Hall for the New York Cabaret Convention, presented by the Mabel Mercer Foundation. Her newest recording is devoted to the music of her mentor, Sir Richard Rodney Bennett, which earned a 2024 Bistro Award. “Maud Hixson’s anticipated and thoroughly polished performances are just what we all need to hear. She really is in a class by herself.” –Rex Reed www.maudhixson.com
MAE SIMPSON at Hook and Ladder
MAE SIMPSON at Hook and Ladder
Mae Simpson is known for their high energy and stage presence that speaks for itself. Tight horn and Rhythm section set the tone, immediately pulling fans to engage.
The Mysterious Old Radio Listening Society Presents Minnesota Made
The Mysterious Old Radio Listening Society Presents Minnesota Made
Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. A Live Radio Drama Join The Mysterious Old Radio Listening Society for a double-feature of “Minnesota Made” radio drama, performed in the style of an old-time radio broadcast, including vintage commercials and live sound effects. “Devil Doctor” from The Witch’s Tale (1934): An American inherits an English manor – and a sinister secret! A manic tale of murder and madness from one of radio’s earliest horror anthologies, created, written and directed by Minnesota native, Alonzo Deen Cole. “Minnesota Magnets and Murder” from The Minnesota Goodbye (2023): The 3M company is on the brink of releasing a new type of magnetic tape that will revolutionize the way people record sounds. But when one of the first tapes seems to have captured the sounds of a murder, Detective Raymond Lake is called in to crack the case. Can he solve a case in which he cannot trust what he hears? A MORLS original play by Tim Uren. Shanan Custer Joshua English Scrimshaw Tim Uren Eric Webster The Mysterious Old Radio Listening Society performed their first staged old-time radio recreation in 2016 at the Bryant-Lake Bowl Theater in Minneapolis. Since then, they have appeared at the Minnesota Fringe Festival, Daleko Arts in New Prague, and the Wabasha Street Caves in Saint Paul. Their recreations were also featured monthly from 2017 to 2019 at the James J. Hill Center and from 2020 to 2022 at Park Square Theater in Saint Paul. Currently, the MORLS can be seen regularly at Crooners Supper Club and the Bryant-Lake Bowl theater. “An artisanal, old-school way of making entertainment… The fun is in watching these fine actors work almost exclusively with their voices … and to see them create a sepia-toned world with handmade sound effects.” – Pioneer Press GhoulishDelights.com
Twin Cities Flamenco Collective w/ José Cortés
Twin Cities Flamenco Collective w/ José Cortés
Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. Flamenco, Guitar, Dance, Improvisation, Singing Join the Twin Cities Flamenco Collective for an electrifying evening of Flamenco! Feel the passion and artistry come to life through mesmerizing dance, soulful music, and dynamic percussion. This special event features the Twin Cities’ top Flamenco performers alongside a guest singer from Miami, José Cortés, blending tradition and innovation for an unforgettable night. José Cortés: Flamenco Singer from MiamiRoss “El Vecino”: Flamenco GuitaristSachiko ” La Chayí”: Flamenco DancerEva Makiko: Flamenco DancerLa Gracia: Flamenco Dancer José Cortés was born in the south of France into a gitano family from Almería, Spain. At the age of ten, José began his career in Jerez de la Frontera where he won the “premio del joven aficionado del cante flamenco,” accompanied on guitar by Terremoto hijo. He was immersed in the world of flamenco with the greatest artists, such as Terremoto, Pansequito, Camarón de la Isla, Moraito Chico and Tomatito. He has shared the stage with some of the best Flamenco artists such as Belen Lopez, Alfonso Losa, and Manuel de la Malena to name a few. He recently played a leading role in “Llantos 1492” by Adam del Monte premiered by Opera Southwest. Twin Cities Flamenco Collective