Patty and The Buttons preach the gospel of hot rhythm and happy feet. The band is similar to what you would find in a dance hall, cafe or nightclub anywhere around the world between 1920-1940. Despite being an ensemble firmly rooted in tradition, the band presents their music without being shackled to history. They play their own compositions as well as takes on music of the era. Patty’s eclectic taste gives the band diverse influences including New Orleans Traditional Jazz, Western Swing, Gypsy Melodies, Ragtime Piano Blues, Jug Music and 1930′s Popular Song. The core instrumentation of accordion, clarinet, guitar and bass is light and swift, but also melancholic and lush when it needs to be. Patty, mostly known as an accordionist doubles as the bands vocalist. His voice is inspired most by the old time hollers and croons from the dawn of recording once described as “Tom Waits meets Rudy Vallee.” More than anything, The Buttons is a group that is always enjoying themselves… Which seems to give audiences permission to do the same.

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. An Epic Christmas Singalong in the Main Stage Showroom! The Big Christmas Singalong returns!! Jay and Doug will lead, and together you will belt out your favorite Christmas/Holiday songs. We’re talking White Christmas, Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, O Holy Night, Silver Bells, You’re a Mean One Mister Grinch, Santa Baby, Silent Night, and many more. Bring your cell phone or your iPad (if you need bigger text), and put on your favorite festive holiday clothes! Jay Fuchs: Piano, Vocals, Song LeaderDoug Anderson: Vocals, Guest Song Leader 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”. Together they create and perform popular shows throughout the area, including Crooners Supper Club, LUSH Lounge and Theater, The W – Minneapolis, Birch’s on the Lake, and many other great venues. Jay is the founder and director of Dr. Jay’s Cabaret, which produces a series of fun and inspirational shows at a variety of popular entertainment spots. He has served as music director for Governor Walz’s Inauguration Ball, the Charlie Awards, the US Foods Awards Ball, the Basilica of Saint Mary Annual Fund Raiser, Children’s MN, and many more. For 27 years Jay was the Music Theory Department Head at McNally Smith College of Music. Doug Anderson is a veteran actor/dancer/performer in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. He has performed at the Guthrie, Chanhassen Dinner Theater, Hey City Theater, Center City Theater, and many others. He has also performed in London at The St. James Theater, Piaño, Crazy Coq’s, The Music Café and The Phoenix Arts Club.

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Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Great Manouche Swing and Jazz A Twin Cities-based swing Jazz band will perform ‘Hot Club’ holiday favorites in the jazz Manouche style. The Quartet performs a timeless jazz tradition commonly known as ‘Gypsy Jazz’, a blend of traditional Roma music and swing jazz. The ‘Hot Club’ jazz tradition brings back happy memories of the swing jazz era. Glen Helgeson: GuitarGary Schulte: ViolinSteve Pikal: BassJay Epstein: Drums Composing and performing for nearly three decades, Glen Helgeson has established himself jointly in both world music and in the field of music therapy. Glen has recorded eight CDs with combined sales of over 50,000 units. His professional recognitions include: A Minnesota Music Award for “Best Instrumental, Experimental, Environmental” album; A Minneapolis Walker Art Center commissioned grant for the Sculpture Garden; and the Jazz Composer Grant from the West Bank School of Music. Glen achieved a Masters degree in Music (1999); a certification in Neurologic Music Therapy (2003), and has performed professionally for over 30 years. Gary Schulte is a master improvisor and performance composer to whom Stephane Grappelli gave his most sincere blessing. A veteran of A Prairie Home Companion, he has done everything from classical improvisation with harpsichord master Layton James to the avant garde with David Byrne, and extensive collaborative work with groups such as Ballet of the Dolls, Theatre de la Jeune Lune, and Zorongo Flamenco. Sought after as a jazz violinist, he has gigged with some of the greatest artists of the Gypsy Jazz genre, including guitarist legend Dorado Schmitt. A performance graduate of Indiana University School of Music, Schulte studied with Paganini virtuoso Rugierro Ricci. Steve Pikal is highly regarded as a first call bass player from the Minnesota Twin Cities area jazz scene. He has had the pleasure backing shows with legendary performers such as Cab Calloway, Bob Hope, and Margaret Whiting. Some of his additional playing credits include the Jim Cullum Jazz band, Butch Miles, Artie Shaw Orchestra, the Barbary Coast Dixieland Show band, Dick Hyman, Delfeayo Marsalis, Jon Weber, Danny Coots, Brian Holland, the Wolverines Big band, Butch Thompson, Hal Smith, John Cocuzzi, Jeff Barnhart, The Midiri Brothers, and the Bill Evans New Orleans Jazz band. Jazz drummer, Jay Epstein, has an extensive career as a performer, recording and touring artist. He’s been on 7 European tours with pianists Bill Carrothers & Giacomo Aula. Some of the notable artists he has performed with include the rock band Gypsy, Barney Kessel, Roseanna Vitro, Manfredo Fest, Sheila Jordan, Karrin Allyson, Kenny Werner, Howard Levy, Toots Thielemans, and Sarah Vaughan. His CDs, ‘Long Ago’ & ‘Easy Company’, featuring bassist Anthony Cox and pianist Bill Carrothers, have garnered luminous reviews in the international press. Current bands include Red Planet, Klezmerica, Framework,Firebell, and Gypsy Mania. “Gypsy Mania, Central Park, Roseville. It was amazing to see this kind of Minnesota musical talent, so dedicated to the fun and energy of 1930s swing jazz, carry on the tradition with such enthusiasm and skill” . Al Don – Pick Six Minneapolis Star Tribune worldviewmusic.com/gypsymania

New Irish Trad Session, every Sunday at 8!

The Allman Betts Family Revival is an annual live event extravaganza hosted by the sons of Allman Brothers Band founders Gregg Allman and Dickey Betts…Devon Allman & Duane Betts respectively. $49.5 - $74.5

Americana, Classic Country, Western Swing, and Blues combine to create this vibrant new band,  “Sparrow Catcher” enjoy playful interpretations of Patsy Cline, Bob Wills, Hank Williams, Loretta Lynn, Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, & more! Starring powerhouse vocalist – Debbie Briggs (of Debbie Briggs Vintage Jazz & The Good Time Gals) and backed by the talents of Matt Blake (upright bass), Tim Kirchhof (guitar), and Sam Skavnak (pedal steel). Catch them for their White Squirrel debut on Dec 2!

Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. A Rockin, Swingin’ Christmas Show! Come and see Tom Hunter and Frank Johns, The Soave Brothers, as they take you on a swinging trip through holiday classics! Tom Hunter: Piano, VocalsFrank Johns: Guitar Tom Hunter has been performing in the twin cities, and around the world, for the last 30+ years, and he brings it every time! From Orchestra Hall, to the smallest dive in town, and all joints in between, Tom has played them all! Joined by Frank Johns on guitar, these two friends from grade school become the swinging machine known as the internationally renowned SOAVE BROTHERS! www.tomhunterblues.com

New! First Monday of every month. Hosted by Paul McCloskey. Instruments are acceptable, but we don’t want an orchestra!

Feat. Cornisha Garmon, LaMont Keten, and Len Jones Date & Time SHOW • 7PMDOORS • 5:30PM Cost $35/30/25

Clever Contemporary Christmas Tunes Date & Time SHOW • 7PMDOORS • 5:30PM Cost $30/25/20

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. A Wonderful Night of Holiday Originals and Great Classics Jennifer shares the stage with her friends and family as they celebrate the season with new music and holiday classics. Jennifer Grimm: Vocals Colleen Raye: Vocals Debbie O’Keefe: Vocals Scottie Miller: Vocals, Piano Monique Blakey: Vocals Kathleen Johnson: Vocals C Ryan Shipley: Vocals Joe Cruz: Guitar, Vocals Kevin Rowe: Bass Greg Schutte: Drums Jason Craft: Piano Sue Orfield: Saxophone Plus Surprise Special Guests! Jennifer Grimm sang her way across the country with her family’s variety act for the first thirteen years of her life. After settling down in the Twin Cities in her teens, she attended public school for the first time and kept performing with her mother, Colleen Raye, in various venues including the Mall of America, Treasure Island Casino and Mystic Lake Casino. Soon after college, Jennifer ventured into her solo career, appearing on stages locally with such names as Garrison Keillor and Debbie Duncan, and in New York City, Europe and the Caribbean. With radio and recording success in local areas and overseas, Jennifer continues to base herself at home in the Twin Cities. JenniferGrimm.com

Sam Joson – Sam Joson is a Filipino American artist based out of St Paul, MN. He is a pop/r&b artist that combines catchy melodies and relatable lyrics that will get stuck in your head. His influences include Queen, Stevie Wonder, and Bruno Mars.  – https://linktr.ee/SamJoson?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=34c7b064-737c-473d-bc43-daaf1a4c4999 – https://www.instagram.com/its.sam.joson?igsh=eWg3OXl5MzVobm8w Anna Houston – Anna Houston is an independent singer-songwriter based in Minneapolis. Known for her evocative lyrics and unique sound, Anna has released captivating tracks such as “THIN SKIN,” “Find You (On the Internet),” and “Jones.” She has a passion for storytelling through music, and loves to use her songs to connect with people. – IG: https://www.instagram.com/annahoustonofficial  -Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@annahoustonofficial AnnaHouston | Instagram, TikTok | Linktree linktr.ee

Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. A Night of Jazzy Holiday Standards WPK Trio returns to Crooners for the Holidays, joined by the vocal stylings of Judi Vinar and the sax artistry of Peter Vircks. Fresh, creative jazz interpretations of holiday favorites. Mark Weisberg: 6-string Electric and Fretless Basses Michael Pilhofer: Drums Phil Kadidlo: Piano. Keyboards Judi Vinar: Vocals Peter Vircks: Saxes Mark Weisberg has played with the Top jazz artists in the Twin Cities including Debbie Duncan, Prudence Johnson, Dennis Spears, Patty Peterson, T. Michael Rambo, Fred Steele, Mary Louise Knutson, and Ginger Commodore Quartet. Michael Pilhofer has been a top session and live-performance drummer in the Twin Cities music scene for over 30 years. Phil Kadidlo has accompanied many singers in the Twin Cities over his long career, including Prudence Johnson, Bruce Henry, Patty Peterson and Wayne Anthony and more. Judi Vinar has been singing in the Twin Cities since 1989, including regular appearances with the Wolverines Classic Jazz Orchestra, JazzMN Orchestra, Lori Dokken presentations, The Girls, and most recently with acclaimed guitarists Pat Donohue and Dean Magraw. She has toured internationally with Bobby McFerrin as a member of “Voicestra” and “Gimme5” since 2001. Beginning a teaching career in 1994, Judi developed the Voice Department Curriculum at Music Tech/McNally Smith College, and has been a member of Bobby McFerrin’s “Circlesongs” faculty since 2005. In 2014, Judi became a freelance vocal coach, technician and Circlesongs Facilitator. Recordings and more at www.judivinar.com. Peter Vircks is known for his distinctive and idiosyncratic musical style that melds contemporary innovation with deep-rooted traditions. Co-founding the celebrated electric jazz group Moveable Feast and leading both Midnight Love and the Peter Vircks Quartet, he has left an influential mark on the Minnesota jazz scene. Over his career, Peter has co-written and toured internationally with Rhythmic Circus Productions’ award winning Off-Broadway show “Feet Don’t Fail Me Now” and performed with a vast array of musical acts. Peter’s work is featured on over 50 albums, including his own 2014 release “What You Believe Is True,” which earned a place in Minnesota Public Radio’s top ten jazz favorites that year. His work spans not only albums but also television, independent film, and theater. His saxophone melodies will be featured on the upcoming Paramount Pictures horror/thriller “Apartment 7A,” set to release in 2024. More at www.petervircks.com WPK.com

Specializing in American roots music, Devil Dodger’s music draws on a range of themes from lost love, heartache, jail and going to his grandfather’s farm as a child. With Special Guests!

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Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. A Wonderful Night of Holiday Originals and Great Classics Jennifer shares the stage with her friends and family as they celebrate the season with new music and holiday classics. Jennifer Grimm: Vocals Colleen Raye: Vocals Debbie O’Keefe: Vocals Scottie Miller: Vocals, Piano Monique Blakey: Vocals Kathleen Johnson: Vocals C Ryan Shipley: Vocals Joe Cruz: Guitar, Vocals Kevin Rowe: Bass Greg Schutte: Drums Jason Craft: Piano Sue Orfield: Saxophone Plus Surprise Special Guests! Jennifer Grimm sang her way across the country with her family’s variety act for the first thirteen years of her life. After settling down in the Twin Cities in her teens, she attended public school for the first time and kept performing with her mother, Colleen Raye, in various venues including the Mall of America, Treasure Island Casino and Mystic Lake Casino. Soon after college, Jennifer ventured into her solo career, appearing on stages locally with such names as Garrison Keillor and Debbie Duncan, and in New York City, Europe and the Caribbean. With radio and recording success in local areas and overseas, Jennifer continues to base herself at home in the Twin Cities. JenniferGrimm.com

Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Vince Guaraldi’s A Charlie Brown Christmas Hear the classic score from composer Vince Guaraldi, performed by one of the region’s finest piano trios. It’s guaranteed to put a smile on your face and fill your heart with holiday spirit! Tanner Taylor: Piano Graydon Peterson: Bass Jay Epstein: Drums Tanner Taylor studied under Jack Oatts and Manhattan School of Music’s Garry Dial. Taylor is an in-demand pianist throughout the Midwest, actively performing in the Omaha, Minneapolis, Des Moines, and Kansas City music scenes. Taylor has performed with jazz notables such as Clark Terry, Slide Hampton, Lew Tabackin, David “Fathead” Newman, Steve Turre, Wycliffe Gordon, Wes “Warm Daddy” Anderson, Dick Oatts, Eric Alexander, Bobby Shew, Steve Smith, Jaleel Shaw, Delfeayo Marsalis, Barbara Morrison, Connie Evingson,and Randy Brecker. as well as performing on “A Praire Home Companion” with Garrison Keilor. Taylor was inducted into the Iowa Jazz Hall of Fame in October, 2022.

Join in the fun with an Irish céilí dancing session, every Wednesday with instructor Paul McCluskey and live music with local musicians.

Traditional Jazz Luminaries Date & Time SHOW • 7PMDOORS • 5:30PM Cost $25/20/15

Mattie Rynkiewicz (piano) and Mia Burgstede (accordion) will play an excellent set of Irish and irish-adjacent tunes for a fun night of ceilidh dancing.

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. A Night of Great Soul and R&B! The 2nd Annual Home For The Holidays is a soulful evening of music, inspiration and hope to benefit those in the Twin Cities who are houseless. Brian Ziemniak: KeyboardsArt Haynes: BassJose James: SaxophoneDeevo: GuitarDaryl Boudreaux: PercussionStokley Williams: Drums Jay Bee: VocalsKathleen Johnson: Vocals Ginger Commodore: Vocals Lamont Keten: Vocals Kendra Glenn: Vocals Jackson Hurst: Vocals Johnnie Brown: Vocals Featuring some of the Twin Cities finest musicians and vocalists! MidAmerica Talent

The Minnesota songwriter showcase
Twin Cities tradition since 2005
Curated by Nick Hensley of Love songs for angry men
Features 12 up-and-coming and veteran songwriters every Wednesday from 8 PM to 9:30 PM Sept-May
-FREE SHOW
-for more information message us at:

https://www.facebook.com/MNsongwritershowcase

Beatle-esque pop and classic country. Energetic, soulful singing. Honest, emotional songs.

Join us at 6:30 pm for The Bistro Showcase Hosted by Jun Sugiyama Featuring Sam Pickerign & Luke Lynell For more information visit our Events & Music Facebook page

Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Vince Guaraldi’s A Charlie Brown Christmas Hear the classic score from composer Vince Guaraldi, performed by one of the region’s finest piano trios. It’s guaranteed to put a smile on your face and fill your heart with holiday spirit! Tanner Taylor: Piano Graydon Peterson: Bass Jay Epstein: Drums Tanner Taylor studied under Jack Oatts and Manhattan School of Music’s Garry Dial. Taylor is an in-demand pianist throughout the Midwest, actively performing in the Omaha, Minneapolis, Des Moines, and Kansas City music scenes. Taylor has performed with jazz notables such as Clark Terry, Slide Hampton, Lew Tabackin, David “Fathead” Newman, Steve Turre, Wycliffe Gordon, Wes “Warm Daddy” Anderson, Dick Oatts, Eric Alexander, Bobby Shew, Steve Smith, Jaleel Shaw, Delfeayo Marsalis, Barbara Morrison, Connie Evingson,and Randy Brecker. as well as performing on “A Praire Home Companion” with Garrison Keilor. Taylor was inducted into the Iowa Jazz Hall of Fame in October, 2022.

A Fantastical Holiday Story Date & Time SHOW • 7PMDOORS • 5:30PM Cost $25/20/15

Reservations Suggested

Schedule may change during Xcel Events

w/Special Guest Nellie McKay Date & Time SHOW• 7PMDOORS • 6:00PM Cost $75-45

Live Music Every Thursday we bring a little Celtic twist to our English pub with Celtic Jam at 7pm!  An open jam session available to anyone that wants to join in!  Open to all ages and talent levels.

Structured Jam

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. Popular Live Show And Podcast Island of Discarded Women is a live variety show and podcast that is all about amplifying women’s voices via personal stories, social commentary, original music and special guest conversations. For this show we are celebrating Hope and Resiliency in all its forms! So excited to welcome the former President & CEO of Planned Parenthood North Central States Sarah Stoesz as our special guest for the conversation segment of the show! Our musical guest, Keri Noble, will bring us original songs that tap into our collective desire to keep moving forward. Our guest storyteller Melissa Castino Reid will encourage us all to jump on the Bus of Hope. AND actor/writer Dae Yang & host Sue Scott will be there! Sue Scott: Host Sarah Stoesz: Special Guest Keri Noble: Musical Guest Melissa Castino Reid: Guest Storyteller Dae Yang: Actor/Writer + Live Real-Time Captioning available at this show. 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 Sarah Stoesz, a tireless advocate for reproductive rights, served for over 21 years as the President & CEO of Planned Parenthood North Central States. Under her leadership, PPNCS grew from two states to a five-state provider of reproductive health care with 28 clinics serving over 100,000 patients annually. Sarah is the recipient of numerous awards, including Health Care Executive of the Year in 2015 and the Most Admired CEO in 2022 by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal. Musical guest, the fantastic Keri Noble, is a piano-driven singer/songwriter whose passion and penchant for living life on her own terms radiates from her music!Keri has released multiple albums, opened for artists like Cyndi Lauper, BB King, Jonny Lang and toured worldwide, including performing for the troops in Iraq. A former radio personality who discovered a love for teaching, Keri is now paying it forward to the next generation of singers. “Island of Discarded Women…a popular happening dedicated to the idea that women’s voices must be heard.” –Chris Hewitt, Star Tribune IslandOfDiscardedWomen.com

Doors 7pm List 8pm

Scottie Devlin’s Test Site 67 is a local super group! These guys will make you laugh, dance and listen. Wide range of covers songs and their own. Never a dull moment.

A Fantastical Holiday Story Date & Time Thu Dec 5, 2024 • 9PMDOORS • 9:00PM Cost $25/20/15

RSVP ON FACEBOOK EVENT DETAILS THe Mission Room at The Hook  Doors 6:00pm :: Music 7:00pm :: 21+ NO COVER COVID-19 Policies EVENT DESCRIPTION Willow Storm & The Lightning Bolts musical debut Willow Storm and the Lightning Bolts: A Concert Event Willow Storm and the Lightning Bolts is a high-energy, coming-of-age musical set in the mid-1980s, following the journey of two artists, Aaron and Tiffany, as they pursue stardom. Aaron, a talented composer and performer, struggles to find his audience while grappling with his sexuality, unsure if he is gay or bi. His best friend Tiffany, a biracial punk rocker, is a classically trained singer and costume designer who struggles with her racial identity and fitting in. With Tiffany’s help, Aaron taps into his inner female rock star and transforms into Willow Storm, a fierce and confident alter ego. Together, they craft Willow’s unique look and sound. As Aaron finds his confidence in drag, he forms a band, Willow Storm and the Lightning Bolts. However, the rise to fame is complicated when a rival befriends Aaron with ill intentions, straining his friendship with Tiffany. The concert explores the glittering highs and difficult challenges of life as a gender-bending rock star, as Aaron learns to navigate the pressures of stardom and self-discovery. This concert event will feature all of the songs from the demo cast recording. Featuring: Kay Jay Olson as Aaron/Willow Storm Isabella Dunsieth as Tiffany Daisy Swimmer on Guitar Britta Nicholson on Drums Stephanie Henry as Brenda and Pianist 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.

Weekly trad session at the Dubliner.

Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Vince Guaraldi’s A Charlie Brown Christmas Hear the classic score from composer Vince Guaraldi, brought to you by one of the great piano trios in the region. Guaranteed to put a smile on your face, and the holiday spirit in your heart! Tanner Taylor: Piano Graydon Peterson: Bass Jay Epstein: Drums Tanner Taylor studied under Jack Oatts and Manhattan School of Music’s Garry Dial. Taylor is an in-demand pianist throughout the Midwest, actively performing in the Omaha, Minneapolis, Des Moines, and Kansas City music scenes. Taylor has performed with jazz notables such as Clark Terry, Slide Hampton, Lew Tabackin, David “Fathead” Newman, Steve Turre, Wycliffe Gordon, Wes “Warm Daddy” Anderson, Dick Oatts, Eric Alexander, Bobby Shew, Steve Smith, Jaleel Shaw, Delfeayo Marsalis, Barbara Morrison, Connie Evingson,and Randy Brecker. as well as performing on “A Praire Home Companion” with Garrison Keilor. Taylor was inducted into the Iowa Jazz Hall of Fame in October, 2022.

#gap-541307452 { padding-top: 31px; } RSVP ON FACEBOOK EVENT DETAILS #gap-1681225353 { padding-top: 15px; } The Hook and Ladder Theater Doors 6:30 pm / Music 7:00 pm / 21+ Reserved Seat: $32 Tickets On-Sale 10/4 at 10am   COVID-19 Policies EVENT DESCRIPTION #gap-75591752 { padding-top: 15px; } A Very Vintage Christmas: Starring Debbie Briggs Vintage Jazz & Friends Homespun Holiday Spectacular! In the tradition of the classic crooner holiday special, Debbie Briggs Vintage Jazz brings to life her sparkling Christmas show coming to The Hook & Ladder this winter! Capture new memories with a show that is bigger and better with all the magic of the holiday season around the corner! Expect to hear classics like “White Christmas”, “It’s Beginning to Look A Lot Like Christmas”, “Santa Baby”, and more! We will have a full band featuring some of the top jazz musicians in town and we will have plenty of cameo surprises from stars of the local music scene!  Don’t delay, get your tickets or you might just end up on the “naughty list”!   This event is expected to sell out, so get your tickets early.   DEBBIE BRIGGS“…Her voice sounds like whiskey poured over velvet, like honey in your tea” Debbie Briggs, creator and band leader of Debbie Briggs Vintage Jazz and co-founder of “The Good Time Gals”. You may have seen Debbie at the MN State Fair, Twin Cities Jazz Fest (and Jazz Fest Live), or performing on countless stages and speakeasies across the Greater Metro area including The Fine Line, Crooners, The Dakota, kj’s hideaway, and more! Her sound has a timeless quality to it and primarily features material from the 20s-60s, she pulls influences from greats like Patsy Cline, Julie London, Ella Fitzgerald, Kay Starr, Helen Humes, and Doris Day… to name a few. No doubt Debbie Briggs is on her way to becoming a mainstay in the Twin Cities jazz scene due to her dynamic voice that harkens back to a simpler time, when broken hearts and broken heels were your only worry. Debbie’s presence is both warm and welcoming. Her tone is uniquely rich and resonant as she skillfully delivers each song with soul, style, and grace. She sings in such a way that will draw you in and satisfy your ear giving ‘just what the song calls for.’ As with every singer Debbie is a product of the times, so while paying tribute to the past you can also hear a modern sensibility in her phrasing and approach to a song. With one foot in the past and one in the future Debbie will be a true force in the Twin Cities music scene for years to come. #gap-1122963691 { padding-top: 30px; } #gap-1175170544 { padding-top: 22px; } #image_1744601415 { 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-843389503 > .col-inner { padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px; margin: 0px 0px -21px 0px; } #row-1042339391 > .col > .col-inner { padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px; } #col-1292635273 > .col-inner { margin: 0px 0px -27px 0px; } #row-1880817507 > .col > .col-inner { padding: 0px 0px 15px 0px; }

Gritty Blue-collar Songcraft Date & Time SHOW • 7PMDOORS • 5:30PM Cost $45/40

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. A Classic Holiday Musical Variety Show! Celebrate Me Home is a careful curation of Holiday Music from The Classic Christmas Standards of Frank Sinatra & Andy Williams crossing over into Vanessa Williams “Gloria”, Kenny Loggins “December” & J.D. Steele “This Must Be Christmas”. Spiritually inspired Pop / R&B and Contemporary-Jazz influence will provide a warmth for the Season. Wayne Anthony: Vocals, Guitar Jack Cassidy: Vocals Monique Blakey: Vocals Phil Kadidlo: Piano Tony Axtell: Bass Michael Pilhofer: Drums Jeff Carver: Trumpet, Flugelhorn Wayne Anthony is a true chameleon. Entertainer, story-teller, multi-instrumentalist, composer & producer, Wayne came up on the East Coast as an inspired member of a very musical family under the guidance of his Father George Cullinan who was a renowned Crooner & Big Band Singer. With a vast collection of musical styles, he’s followed a lifetime allure for the stage which has lasted over 5 decades and is still running strong. Wayne is a performing member in over 12 musical productions and has performed on prestigious stages such as Target Center, The Troubadour In West Hollywood, Grand Casinos, Crooners, The Dakota, The Guthrie Theatre, The Chanhassen Theatre, Paisley Park Studios, The Fitzgerald Theatre, & St. Paul River Center. You’ll also find Wayne at his artistic residency of 9 years at Birch’s Supper Club on Long lake and countless other Supper Club Stages such as Mancini’s in St. Paul, along with iconic venues like The St. Paul Commodore, The Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis and the IDS Windows/50th Floor Orion Room at The Marquette Hotel along with a collection of other distinguished Performing Arts venues throughout the Midwest. “Wayne Anthony’s voice, and his profoundly musical events are always a must-hear and see.” –Ricky Peterson, musician, producer WayneAnthonyMusic.com

No cover–light fare available from 4:30pm to 9:30pm. Full-menu available until 8:30pm. Bar and table seating offered – NO RESERVATIONS 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!

Holidays are built on tradition, and the Jeff Arundel Holiday Variety Show is lumbering your way once again, giving you yet another shot at making this Holiday Gem one of your “must do” moments, right along with making sure you have both Gummies and Mushrooms on hand before the in-laws show up. This year’s edition is a hall-of-fame proposition, featuring the return of Esti Baliz, and an All-Star cast that will be sure to thrill you, baffle you, and have you silently weeping with a joyful melancholy by the finish. Reservations are a must, costumes are invited, Bon Homie preferred, and above all, keep an open mind, because folks, there’s no net under this one. Now We Go.

Featuring: Molly Maher, See Change Treble Choir, The Foshays, Farm Girl, Esti beliz, and The Hammsmen!

EVENT DETAILS RSVP ON FACEBOOK The Hook and Ladder Theater/MISSION/ZEN 9:00am – 3:00pm Live Music at 12pm FREE All Ages COVID-19 Policies EVENT DESCRIPTION Summit Brewing Presents MN Record Show + Black Widows Vinyl EP Release Summit Brewing Presents: MN Record Show as it hosts a Holiday Edition of its monthly record sale in The Mission Room & Zen Arcade with a special live set and vinyl signing from MN surf punk band Black Widows as they celebrate the release of their new vinyl EP ‘Swamp Rock City.’ Shop for records, cassettes, t-shirts, dvds, cds, posters and vhs from multiple vendors from 9 until 3pm. Step into The Mission Room for a live set from Black Widows at noon. Then meet them in Zen Arcade after their set to buy your signed copy of their newest limited edition green vinyl EP ‘Swamp Rock City’ and BW merch while drinking a delicious, special seasonal Summit beer. No cover. All Ages. Free parking in the back! Black Widows are a DIY surf-psyche-punk band from Mpls serving up wild surf guitar, slick bass grooves, mean beats, & riot grrrl vox. BW have toured overseas & nationally from Spain to NYC to LA playing bills and festivals w/ major local and national acts like Bombino, Dale Watson, L.A. Witch, The Trashmen, The Surfaris, Shonen Knife, Olivia Jean, The Coathangers, Death Valley Girls, The Darts, Supersuckers, NUR-D, HALEY, Mayda, Agent Orange, Man or Astro-Man, Messer Chups, The Surfrajettes, John Waters, & more. 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.

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. A Beautiful Holiday Show with Great Pop and Jazz Tony-nominated and Platinum Award-winning singer/songwriter Ann Hampton Callaway brings the season to life with her heartwarming holiday show, Making Spirits Bright! Known for her gorgeous voice, down-to-earth personality, and perfect blend of pop, jazz, and classical, Callaway casts a spell that puts everyone “from one to ninety-two” in the holiday spirit. As the beloved host of nationally renowned Yuletide extravaganzas with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, Callaway has become the go-to artist for holiday magic. In her latest celebration, Ann delivers a wonderland of holiday classics like “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” “Winter Wonderland,” and “I Wonder as I Wander,” alongside her own cherished compositions such as “God Bless My Family” and “Christmas Lullaby,” famously recorded by Barbra Streisand for Christmas Memories. Adding a touch of holiday wonder, Callaway takes words and phrases from the audience to create her “Holiday-Song-on-the-Spot,” a show-stopping carol that fills the room with cheers for the season! Ann Hampton Callaway is one of America’s most gifted artists in pop and jazz. A leading champion of the great American Songbook, she’s made her mark as a singer, pianist, composer, lyricist, arranger, actress, educator, TV host and producer. Voted by Broadwayworld.com as “Celebrity of the Year” and two years in a row as “Best Jazz Vocalist,” Ann is a born entertainer. She is best known for Tony-nominated performance in the hit Broadway musical “Swing!” and for writing and singing the theme song to the hit TV series “The Nanny.” She made her feature film debut opposite Angelina Jolie and Matt Damon in the Robert De Niro film “The Good Shepherd.” Callaway is a Platinum Award selling writer whose songs are featured on seven of Barbra Streisand’s recent CDs. “Just as Ella Fitzgerald was the greatest jazz singer of her era, so too is the magnificent Ann Hampton Callaway of hers.” – Musical Theatre Review AnnHamptonCallaway.com

Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. A Jazz, Soul, and Motown Holiday Show Come groove to your favorite holiday songs and hits from Motown, the most prolific soul music hitmakers of the 20th century, in a jazzy, swinging style. Enjoy selections of the season recorded by Motown artists, sung by smooth baritone Geoff Jones and scintillating soprano Chreese Jones. Repertoire includes songs by Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, the Temptations, and others. Geoff Jones: VocalsChreese Jones: VocalsNancy Bierma: PianoJim Bierma: BassNathan Norman: Drums Geoff and Chreese Jones are veterans of Twin Cities stages who have performed across the Twin Cities and beyond, and toured worldwide as featured vocalists with the Grammy-winning Sounds of Blackness. Nancy and Jim Bierma have been playing together as a jazz duo for decades, and are in the Iowa Jazz Hall of Fame. Nathan Norman is an accomplished drummer that has played with countless combos and ensembles over the past 30 years. “The chemistry between the musicians is palpable and makes this an enjoyable, whole body experience!” – an audience member

No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin Date & Time SHOW • 6:30PM Cost $45/35/25

Ska Pop Soul Punk Date & Time SHOW • 7PMDOORS • 5:30PM Cost $75/70/65

Adults: $35 Advance/$40 at the Door. Child/College: $15 Advance/$20 at the Door. 

Doors at 6pm Music at 7pm21 plus show$10 with no toyFree with toy7-745 SLAG8-845 Unfit MN9-945 Closed City Terror10-1045 Borrachoz Inc.11-1145 Violence Condoned

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. A Beautiful Holiday Show with Great Pop and Jazz Tony-nominated and Platinum Award-winning singer/songwriter Ann Hampton Callaway brings the season to life with her heartwarming holiday show, Making Spirits Bright! Known for her gorgeous voice, down-to-earth personality, and perfect blend of pop, jazz, and classical, Callaway casts a spell that puts everyone “from one to ninety-two” in the holiday spirit. As the beloved host of nationally renowned Yuletide extravaganzas with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, Callaway has become the go-to artist for holiday magic. In her latest celebration, Ann delivers a wonderland of holiday classics like “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” “Winter Wonderland,” and “I Wonder as I Wander,” alongside her own cherished compositions such as “God Bless My Family” and “Christmas Lullaby,” famously recorded by Barbra Streisand for Christmas Memories. Adding a touch of holiday wonder, Callaway takes words and phrases from the audience to create her “Holiday-Song-on-the-Spot,” a show-stopping carol that fills the room with cheers for the season! Ann Hampton Callaway is one of America’s most gifted artists in pop and jazz. A leading champion of the great American Songbook, she’s made her mark as a singer, pianist, composer, lyricist, arranger, actress, educator, TV host and producer. Voted by Broadwayworld.com as “Celebrity of the Year” and two years in a row as “Best Jazz Vocalist,” Ann is a born entertainer. She is best known for Tony-nominated performance in the hit Broadway musical “Swing!” and for writing and singing the theme song to the hit TV series “The Nanny.” She made her feature film debut opposite Angelina Jolie and Matt Damon in the Robert De Niro film “The Good Shepherd.” Callaway is a Platinum Award selling writer whose songs are featured on seven of Barbra Streisand’s recent CDs. “Just as Ella Fitzgerald was the greatest jazz singer of her era, so too is the magnificent Ann Hampton Callaway of hers.” – Musical Theatre Review AnnHamptonCallaway.com

Christopher Becknell, David Crittenden, Joe Hagedorn, Jeff Lambert, Dr Maja Radovanlija, Jeffrey Van, Brent Weaver, and the Southwest High School Guitar Orchestra, directed by Jared Waln

No cover–light fare available from 4:30pm to 9:30pm. Full-menu available until 8:30pm. Bar and table seating offered – NO RESERVATIONS 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 Way Back Yard open up the night with some Christmas classics, originals and standards from Otis Redding, John Prine, The Eagles, Sinatra and many more.

Jed LaPlant of Wild Horses will play an intimate set of solo originals. Wild Horses opened for Willie Nelson this summer and will be going on tour with Trampled by Turtles this winter.

No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin Date & Time Sat Dec 7, 2024 • 9PM Cost $45/35/25

EVENT DETAILS The Hook AND LADDER Theater / mission room / zen Doors 9:00pm – 1:00am :: 21+ GA*: $15 (+ Fees) Early Bird (Limited Availability) $20  (+ Fees) Advance $25 (+ Fees) Day of Show $35 (Flat) Door (Limited QTY Available) ENTRANCE: Glassdoor on the Northside ally of the building **Tickets on Sale: November 15, 2024 at 10am** *Does not include fees NO REFUNDS COVID-19 Policies SPECIAL FEATURES Theater Bar and Dance Floor Mission Room Bar Zen Arcade/Record Room Extensive (Private) Outdoor Patio (4) Private Gender-Free Bathrooms Portable Bar Photo Booth EVENT DESCRIPTION GRRRL SCOUT: Don The Gay Apparel Break out that festive fringe and glitter – because it’s your time to shine!! Join us, December 7th, for our annual ‘not so formal’ formal, Don the Gay Apparel. Dress in your midwest best and get ready to turn up on the dance floor. Bring your favorite queer cutie or just come with pals.  No dates required! We’ll have plenty of tasty treats and surprises to help get you in the holiGAY spirit. — Coat Check: $5 (Onsite) Cash & Card Accepted — Main Theater: La Nena Mission Room: ExGirl Performances by: Coffê + Friends Special Guests: Jack Asston — Space Features: Theater Bar and Dance Floor Mission Room Bar Zen Arcade/Record Room Extensive (Private) Outdoor Patio (5+) Private Gender-Free Bathrooms Portable Bar Photo Booth — Transportation/Parking: The Hook and Ladder is conveniently located near the Metro Blue Line (https://www.metrotransit.org/metro-blue-line) and is easily accessible via several Metro transit bus routes. There is free parking available (on a first-come-first-serve basis) within the north parking lot (behind the Hook and Ladder) as well as on the adjacent city streets. We recommend traveling within a group if utilizing any public transit options. Other rideshare options available via Lyft, Uber, etc. — Grrrl Scout events are created for queer folx (meaning, but not limited to all people that identify within the LGBTQIA+ umbrella) and their allies. CONSENT IS MANDATORY! Please remember to be considerate and respect others’ personal boundaries. We will not tolerate any racist, sexist, ableist, transphobic or homophobic language during any of our events and reserve the right to remove anyone that is causing harm. — Due to the nature of our events, which include the sale of food and beverages, we cannot properly enforce a mask mandate. Instead, we encourage our patrons to exercise their individual agency in correspondence with their personal comfort levels. It’s important to note that all public events carry inherent risks, and it is up to the individual to proceed with care in those situations. We will have complimentary masks available at the door for those that chose to wear one. 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.