Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 75 minutes before showtimes. New Orleans Jazz For nearly two decades the Southside Aces have been playing the repertoire of the Jazz Age greats and beyond. From the early New Orleans of Jelly Roll Morton to the Chicago joys of Louis Armstrong. The evocative compositions of the young Duke Ellington to the barrel house sounds of Preservation Hall. And with the 2022 release of their 8th album, Minneapolis Bump, they’ve added fifteen originals to the jazz canon. Treat yourself to a century’s worth of New Orleans Jazz. Tony Balluff, clarinet Dan Eikmeier, trumpet Eric Johnson, trombone Erik Jacobson, sousaphone Robert Bell, guitar Dave Michael, drums Besides Crooners, Southside Aces have performed at the Dakota, Vieux Carre, Bix Beiderbecke Jazz Festival, Twin Cities Jazz Fest, and Minnesota Orchestra Sommerfest, to name a few. They’ve driven dancers to a frenzy at national dance competitions in Denver, Omaha, Chicago, Des Moines, and all across the great state of Minnesota — which, if you’re keeping score, makes them a “territory band.” “Some 1500 miles from New Orleans and the Mardi Gras, and what do you think? It’s bouncing around the Mississippi River up here close to the Northern Star.” Leigh Kamman—The Jazz Image www.southsideaces.com

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. Jazz, Soul Come groove to your favorite songs from Motown, the most prolific soul music hitmakers of the 20th century, with an acoustic jazz twist. You’ll enjoy the smooth baritone vocals of Geoff Jones as he interprets jazz standards and songs by Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, the Temptations and others. The scintillating vocalist Chreese Jones will join the combo as special guest. Geoff Jones, vocalsNancy Bierma, pianoJim Bierma, bassNathan Norman, drums Geoff Jones was a longtime featured vocalist with the Grammy-winning Sounds of Blackness and has performed worldwide. The husband and wife team Nancy and Jim Bierma have been playing as a duo for decades, and are in the Iowa Jazz Hall of Fame. Nathan Norman is an accomplished drummer having played with countless combos and ensembles for over 40 years. “I absolutely loved (the) performance at Crooners!” – M.D. “…enjoyed the amazing Swinging Motown show. Fun night!”- L.B. geoffjonesmusic.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 Afterglow consists of casual entertainment offered outside our usual listening environment of ticketed concerts. Various jazz singers and pianists appear in the lounge. There is no cover, but tips are encouraged. You may sign up for the guest list, but space is not reserved. Seating is first come, first served in the bar and at lounge tables.

‘Fickle Wind’ Single Release Party

Minneapolis-born singer/songwriter Hannah von der Hoff celebrates her hometown return with Minneapolis’ legends Stan Kipper & Tom Peterson of New Primitives on drums & bass, and other special guests TBA! Her project ‘Holy Hannah!’ is real, raw and soulful like the salt of the earth – original rock & roll inspired by the greats…

Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Improv Comedy Show ComedySportz is a competitive improv comedy show where 2 teams of comedic actors compete for laughs! The audience is part of the show by yelling suggestions and even volunteering on stage. ComedySportz is rated E for Everyone! 6 actors, 1 host, 1 keyboard player, 1 announcer ComedySportz Twin Cities as been entertaining Twin Cities audiences since 1989. ComedySportz Twin Cities is part of CSz Worldwide and group of 25+ cities that perform ComedySportz throughout the U.S. and the U.K. www.csztwincities.com

Come support Funk N Spuds at their album release show!

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. French songs and travel stories The second annual Bastille My Heart show, with star vocalists Prudence Johnson and Maud Hixson, hosted by Dan Chouinard at the piano and accordion. An effervescent evening of French and French-American songs and travel stories to celebrate the French national holiday. Dan Chouinard, host, piano and accordion Prudence Johnson, vocals Maud Hixson, vocals Bradley Greenwald, vocals Dan Chouinard is a St. Paul-based all-purpose pianist, street accordionist, sing-along enabler and bicycling vagabond. He’s traveled across Europe with an accordion and written about it for MPR in a show called Café Europa. Prudence Johnson has been on the musical theatre stage, in two feature films (A River Runs Through It and A Prairie Home Companion), on national radio and on concert stages across North America and Europe, including Carnegie Hall and the Hollywood Bowl. Maud Hixson has been hailed in New York and London as a singularly elegant exponent of great songs, familiar and not. She and Dan have recorded together on her 2024 Bistro Award-winning album Permanent Moonlight: Songs of Sir Richard Rodney Bennett. Bradley Greenwald is a beloved actor, singer, playwright and composer on stages across the Twin Cities and beyond. He’s just wrapping up the world premiere of Johnny Skeeky, a comic re-imagining of Puccini’s mini-opera Gianni Schicchi with longtime collaborator Steven Epp. Kim Ode, in the StarTribune, on Dan Chouinard: “Eclectic Minnesota accompanist Dan Chouinard is ‘everyone’s go-to guy.’ “ danchouinard.com

Dead Days of Summer Featuring ‘From The Mars Hotel’ along with many more groovy selections on Saturday, July 13th!   Annie Hicks — The Jones Gang Kevin Fowke — Twine Jim Hinkley — Jimbo’s Forever Young Doug Christianson — Frogleg Kevin Dorsey — Frogleg Arthur Hoffman — About to Run Randy Kramer — The Stretch   Day Block opens at Noon – Show doors at 6pm, Music at 7pm!

Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Comedian and Storyteller Miss Shannan Paul has curated a combination of stand-up comedy and storytelling guaranteed to help you laugh through the hard times. Miss Shannan hosts an ever-rotating cast of award-wining Stand-Up Comedians and Storytellers. This edition features Miss Shannan, along with Kymani Kalil, Khadijah Cooper, John DeBoer, Todd Jay, Javier Morilla, and Tiffany Norton. Miss Shannan was named “Best Stand-Up Comedian” by City Pages in 2020. Campus Activities Magazine® included her as one of eight Top Speaker Picks for 2015. She has appeared on “Nick Mom’s Night Out,” “Laughs TV,” Hulu and as part of the SXSW Comedy and Music Festival. She has performed with Louie Anderson, Sinbad, and Christopher “Kid” Reid. She is also an award-winning storyteller and regular host of the Moth StorySlams held in the Twin Cities. She regularly brings her wit, whimsy and pop culture expertise to Twin Cities television as part of “The Jason Show.” Plus, hear Miss Shannan weekly on MyTalk 107.1, 830 WCCO and her podcast called “Be Our Geek.” “With comedy that’s personal and relatable, she has the ability to make you feel like you’ve been friends for years, even if you’re only seeing her for the very first time.” – City Pages Patrick Strait, comedy writer, MNcomedy.com MissShannan.com

George Faber is a veteran Minneapolis singer/songwriter/performer with a colorful 30-year music career. Born in Champaign, IL, Faber became deeply rooted in the Chicago blues scene.  He spent years touring the country performing in blues houses like Kingston Mines and Wise Fools Pub, playing with legends like Muddy Waters and Lowell George.  From there, the evolution of styles began; from a controversial glam rock front man performing to rock festival crowds and an early MTV video release – to returning to R&B blues roots and packing rooms from Chicago to New Orleans. His recent recordings have also been highly acclaimed in the audiophile community nationally and internationally.   Umbra hosts complimentary live music every single Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings. Learn more by visiting our website.

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 90 minutes before showtimes. Country/Rockabilly/Swing/Roots/Polka An easy listening crash course in Americana music! Nate Dungan Guitar, VocalsRandy Anderson Guitar, VocalsJon Duncan Piano, Organ, Accordion, VocalsKeely Lane DrumsSteve Price Bass, VocalsRandy Broughten Pedal steel, lap steel Piano, Organ, Accordion, Vocals TRAILER TRASH started at the 24 Bar in the now defunct Berman Buckskin Building in 1992. Moving to Lee’s Liquor Lounge in May, 1993, they held down a regular Wednesday night gig that became a midweek attraction of Minneapolis nightlife. Thanks to the resurgence of classic country music and swing-dancing in the mid-90s, the band gained a following among new generations of music lovers. To this day, TRAILER TRASH is known for playing traditional country music as well as a wide variety of styles from the American hit parade. A typically eclectic set list will span decades and touch the heart of every audience “In person, the honky-tonk band remains one of the last great human jukeboxes, a must-see for out-of-towners here for family, with an eclectic catalog far exceeding the favorites…” Peter S. Scholtes, City Pages TrailerTrashMusic.com

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. Fun, Singing, Cabaret, Interactive Erin and Jay Cabaret are bringing back one of their most popular shows and some fantastically sentimental songs from The Mamas and the Papas, Jefferson Airplane, and Simon and Garfunkel to Vicky Carr, Bobbie Gentry and the Musical HAIR! I promise we will Let The Sunshine In and you will be California Dreamin! Erin Schwab vocals Jay Fuchs piano, vocals Erin Schwab and Jay Fuchs have been playing together in the Twin Cities and across the US for over 20 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. Jay was the head of the Theory and Composition Department at McNally Smith College of Music and Erin was on the Voice & Ensemble Faculty there. 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. Erin is the audience coordinator and a regular Jason Show contributor on Fox 9. She also is a Director of Educational Theater and a teaching artist and one of the co-founders of ETC Productions, a new educational theater company here in the Twin Cities! “The Twin Cities’ Bette Midler” –Fox 9 Host Jason Matheson

Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Jazz Standards, Great Solos, Honored Melodies 90 minutes of hit jazz songs, stories & joy. Jana Anderson will create a romantic night of jazz standards for inspired summer love. Jana Anderson, Vocals Adi Yeshaya, Piano Bill Chouinard, Bass Pete Whitman, Sax & Flute Jana Anderson was offered a record deal with her jazz standards CD. At the time, she opted to go on tour with Fleetwood Mac as their back up singer where she remained for seven years. She recorded for five years with Prince, recorded & toured as a back up singer with Don Henley for many years, has done countless commercials for radio and television, and his written and produced songs that are licensed around the world. She has surrounded herself for this show with the best in Minnesota, and the musician credits will be told at the show. Jon Bream – Star Tribune – “Jana Anderson, former Stevie Nicks backup singer, she stepped front and center for “Take Me To the River” giving it a rocking reading that would make Pat Benatar envious.“ www.janaandersonmusic.com

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 90 minutes before showtimes. Retro 70’s Pop, Singer Songwriter, Acoustic Folk 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, Jana Anderson and Sara Renner vocals Brian Ziemniak keys Boyd Lee acoustic guitar Noah Levy drums Yohannes Tona bass guitar David Feily electric guitar Pete Whitman sax, flute Deb Brown, Jana Anderson 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

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins one hour before showtime. Jazz, World Music The first in the JCC Jazz Series- Guy Mintus is an Israeli-born piano performer, composer, vocalist, and bandleader. He possesses the finesse of a trained concert pianist, the energy of a rockstar, and the exploring spirit of a jazz musician inspired by a wide range of influences from Turkish Makam to Stride piano to South-Indian rhythms. Guy Mintus piano, vocals Dan Pappalardo double bass Philippe Lemm drums Along with his long standing trio, Guy Mintus is able to create a musical playground filled with joy, spontaneity, groove, and humor while embarking on adventures that start with his original music and continue to re-imaginations of music from Beethoven, Chopin, The Beatles, Gershwin or the Great Israeli Songbook to name a few. Officially endorsed by Yamaha Pianos, Guy is the winner of the prestigious Leonard Bernstein Award. Guy’s latest trio record, A Gershwin Playground, was recently released on the prestigious label ENJA Records (Chet Baker, Charles Mingus, McCoy Tyner among others). The album provides a fresh, modern and very personal take on the music of Jewish-American musical giant while receiving international support from both critics and audiences alike. “Mintus’ shining, charismatic personality is addictive, and his fine trio liberates listeners with its majestic take on freedom conjured through thoughtful connections. His bold reimaginings ofeach track take listeners on a rocket ride to heights where they can see these tunes as if for the first time.” DownBeat Magazine “Mintus pours together a mixed brew of influences with ebullient grace that you’d think they all originated in the very same place”. The New York Times guymintusmusic.com

Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Pop, Country, Rock A Tribute to Glen Campbell A loving tribute to this wonderful performer! At a recent show, Ben mentioned that he could spend his life singing Glen Campbell songs. From that offhand remark came this paean to this fabulous performer. We’ll cover all of his classics, and because Glen sang songs from all over the spectrum, you may hear some new favorites as well! Benjamin Dutcher, Vocals Kevin Dutcher, Piano/Guitar Kevin and Ben Dutcher have been singing together since Ben was 3, sitting next to Kevin at the piano and nailing “Over the Rainbow”. Ben’s repertoire covers a vast range of both opera and musical theater, having done multiple shows at Minnesota Opera and Theater Latte Da among others. Each holiday season you can see him in the Drama Desk Award winning production of “All is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914” on PBS. Kevin has been lighting up Twin Cities stages for 40 years as a performer, Director and Music Director. He’s also played Albert the Elf at Bachman’s for 30 years.

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. Vocal Jazz, Crooners, Big Band, Traditional Pop Join critically acclaimed vocalists and entertainers Leslie Vincent and Tommy Ward as they sing through timeless pieces of American Jazz Composers. From Cole Porter to Duke Ellington, Gershwin and beyond, this twosome goes from swing to samba through the sounds that solidified this genre as an American creation. Leslie Vincent vocals Tommy Ward vocals Alex Schmidt-Karye trombone Stephanie Weiseler tenor sax Chandler Judkins trumpet Tommy Barbarella piano Steve Pikal bass Ben Ehrlich drums Leslie Vincent is an acclaimed vocalist and entertainer, equally at home singing the Great American Songbook and contemporary rock and pop. Her original song “Icetown Blues” was named one of the best songs of 2023 on Jazz.88 and AmericanaUK praised her voice as “Amy Winehouse had she gone full-tilt jazz.” “Tommy is the epitome of great music. He reminds me of working with Frank Sinatra in some strange way.” – QUINCY JONES

As the Twin Cities’ premier Soul band, The Maxx Band’s – Three Piece & A Biscuit is a bite sized version of their live funk, soul and R&B review. Come out to drink,  dance, and dine to the music of Stevie Wonder, Maze, Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin and more!   Umbra hosts complimentary live music every single Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings. Learn more by visiting our website.

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. Classic Country Hits From The 40s, 50s, and 60s Lonesome tonight? Got heartaches by the number? A hankering for pedal steel guitar, some lonesome Floyd Cramer piano and a Patsy Cline yodel? Time for a date with Lush Country, playing the best country songs of the 1940s, ’50s and ‘60s, from Eddy Arnold to Tammy Wynette and back again. A supergroup of local singers and multi-instrumentalists, all veterans of A Prairie Home Companion and decades of performing and touring. Dan Chouinard: host, piano, vocalsPrudence Johnson: vocalsGary Rue: guitar, vocalsTim Hennessy: guitar, vocalsJoe Savage: pedal steel guitar, harmonica, vocalsPeter Johnson: drumsGary Raynor: bass Dan Chouinard (piano, accordion, vocals) accompanist for Twin Cities performers, an enabler of community sing-alongs and a writer of hit shows. / Peter Johnson (percussion) drummer with Doc Severinsen, Dave Brubeck, Manhattan Transfer, Gene Pitney. / Prudence Johnson (vocals) a multifaceted singer who’s appeared around the globe, in two films and over a dozen albums. / Gary Raynor (bass) has played with the Count Basie band, Sammy Davis Jr., and at Crooners with Marilyn Maye and countless others. / Gary Rue (guitar, vocals) is writer of 70 theater musicals, and was conductor and arranger for Gene Pitney and his 15-piece orchestra. / Joe Savage (pedal steel) has performed with such country legends as Hank Thompson, Margo Smith, Stonewall Jackson and Wanda Jackson. Kim Ode, in the StarTribune, on Dan Chouinard: “Eclectic Minnesota accompanist Dan Chouinard is ‘everyone’s go-to guy.’ “ DanChouinard.com

Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Storytelling In Jazz, Cabaret Celebrating songs by the decade in the latest installment in a series, relating the songs and the slogans that personified 1950s culture in the United States and abroad. And yes, the singers–Doris, Rosemary, Frank, Peggy 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. Maud received a Next Step Grant from the McKnight Foundation in 2015 and is the recipient of four Artist Initiative grants from the Minnesota State Arts Board, one of which supported the research for her album comprised of compositions by Broadway composer Michael (Mickey) Leonard. Her newest recording is devoted to the music of her mentor, Sir Richard Rodney Bennett, which earned a 2024 Bistro Award. “Her vocal style is so warm, compelling and intimate—it’s clear she cares about the words and telling the story, with clarity and without artifice—almost a lost art these days.” –Michael Feinstein MaudHixson.com

The Dubliner is hosting a new series to discover Minnesota’s future talent. Acts will be given an hour on our famous stage to showcase their talents and gain that invaluable live experience.

As the Twin Cities’ premier Soul band, The Maxx Band’s – Three Piece & A Biscuit is a bite sized version of their live funk, soul and R&B review. Come out to drink,  dance, and dine to the music of Stevie Wonder, Maze, Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin and more!   Umbra hosts complimentary live music every single Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings. Learn more by visiting our website.

Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Funky Folk Rock with Latin Influences Yazmin & Beat Zero made their Crooner’s debut last year. Now they are back by popular demand, this time to the MainStage with special guest vocalist Prudence Johnson. You will be swept away by a riveting fusion of Latin-jazz, Funk and Folk/Rock, all driven by the heartfelt songwriting of Yazmin: vocalist, pianist and composer of the group. Yazmin’s songwriting is honest and soul-baring, diving into subjects such as creative burnout, finding one’s life purpose, immigration, and above all, love. Along with these original songs, Yazmin & Beat Zero also interpret familiar classics with their own twist. You may be equally called to dance or to shed a tear before the night is over. Yazmin vocals, keyboardsPrudence Johnson vocalsAlvaro Benavides bassAndrew Gillespie drums Yazmin, who currently resides in New Orleans, LA, was born and raised in Northern Wisconsin by professional musician parents. At age 12 after attending a concert by Miami-based Cuban-jazz group Tiempo Libre, she instantly fell in love with Afro-Cuban jazz and dedicated herself wholeheartedly to learning about these rich traditions. Her passion for this music lead her to study privately for over a decade with author, educator and Latin music connoisseur Rebeca Mauleón-Santana. Prudence Johnson’s long and happy career as a singer, writer, and teacher has landed her on the musical theatre stage, in two feature films, (A River Runs Through It, A Prairie Home Companion) national radio, (several long stints on A Prairie Home Companion) and on concert stages across North America and occasionally Europe. She has released more than a dozen recordings, including albums dedicated to the music of Hoagy Carmichael, Greg Brown, and a collection of international lullabies. ” …She was incredible. I sat out on the porch, up the hill a little bit, and I was transported to another place. How brilliant is she? She is absolutely fantastic. What a voice, what a keyboard player, just absolutely extraordinary!” -Nanci Griffith (Singer-Songwriter) www.yazminmusic.com

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 drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Classical Featuring the Next Generation of talent in various genres, Crooners is matching up professionals with up-and-coming talent to not only give the musical newcomers an incredible opportunity, but to also introduce audiences to the Next Generation of Twin Cities’ talent!Anna Hashizume, host and vocalistWesley Frye, pianoRon Romero, tenorLillian Baker, sopranoLeah Odegaard-Dunning, sopranoDrew Dietrich, tenorKalina Lee, oboe NextGen Classical will be hosted by Minnesota’s own Anna Hashizume as she introduces and interviews five NextGen Classical Artists, welcoming them to take the stage. Hashizume will also be performing with her astounding voice for this Crooners Exclusive event.

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. Jazz Featuring the Next Generation of talent in various genres, Crooners is matching up professionals with up-and-coming talent to not only give the musical newcomers an incredible opportunity, but to also introduce audiences to the Next Generation of Twin Cities’ talent! Jennifer Grimm, host and vocalist Kevin Rowe, bass Jay Epstein, drums Tommy Barbarella, piano Amy Snell, voice Luca Cavaletti, alto sax Ella Grace, trumpet Matthew Bennett, piano Grady Cartony, tenor sax NextGen Jazz will be hosted by Crooners Music Director Jennifer Grimm as she introduces and interviews five NextGen Jazz Artists, welcoming them to take the stage. Grimm will also be performing alongside a legendary jazz combo for this Crooners Exclusive event.

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 75 minutes before showtimes. Musical Theater Featuring the Next Generation of talent in various genres, Crooners is matching up professionals with up-and-coming talent to not only give the musical newcomers an incredible opportunity, but to also introduce audiences to the Next Generation of Twin Cities’ talent! Max Wojtanowicz, host and vocalistBradley Beahen, pianoAndy DeLuca, bassMatt Nielsen, drumsRio Hilden, voiceSophie Todaro, voiceMabel Weismann, voiceLivv Rankin, voiceTyson Insixiengmai, voice NextGen Musical Theater will be hosted by Minnesota’s own Max Wojtanowicz as he introduces and interviews five NextGen Musical Theater Artists, welcoming them to take the stage. Wojtanowicz will also be performing alongside an energetic band for this Crooners Exclusive event.

Crooners Classics – every Wednesday at 5:30PM we will celebrate the beloved musical treasures of yesterday. Wednesday’s Crooners Classics Pop, 60s to Current “Blondes Have More Fun” is a dazzling musical showcase featuring iconic songs by legendary blonde singers like Madonna, Dolly Parton, Tammy Wynette, Adele, Stevie Nicks, Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood, the Dixie Chicks and so much more! Experience a journey through timeless hits and powerful performances that celebrate the beauty and talent of blonde artists throughout history. Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, glamour, and entertainment that proves blondes truly do have more fun! Lisa Marie Peters, Vocals Lisa Pallen, Vocals Alyssa Cassada, Vocals Trevor Wiest, Guitar Kenyari Jackson, Drums Scott Mullenberg, Bass Taylor Hamilton, Keys Belladiva, a high-energy band that has been entertaining audiences throughout the country for over two decades, always brings a high energy performance including cutting edge choreography, electrifying vocals and dynamic band! They have captivated crowds throughout the years including performing for the NFL, opening for the late Joan Rivers, and toruing througouth the country. Sit back and enjoy their latest show concept, “Blondes Have More Fun!” www.belladivamusic.com

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins one hour before showtime. Classic Country Music Legend Showcasing the most popular and best-loved of Patsy’s songs. Enjoy a nostalgic trip back in time as Joyann beautifully weaves the stories of Patsy’s life and career in and out of the music you know and love, including songs such as “Walking After Midnight,” “Sweet Dreams,” “Crazy” and more. Joyann Parker – vocals Mark Lamoine – guitar/vocals Tim Wick– piano Chris Bates – bass Bill Golden – drums/vocals Joyann Parker has been twice nominated for Tribute Act of the Year and Female Vocalist of the Year by the Midwest Country Music Association. “In her must-see tribute to Patsy Cline, with a stellar band, Joyann Parker summons the requisite sadness and richness.” — Jon Bream, Minneapolis Star-Tribune JoyannParker.com

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 75 minutes before showtimes. Bee Gees, Soul and R&B Mick Sterling Presents FROM BARRY / The Perfect Pop Songs of The Bee Gees is a 16-piece band including 6 lead singers performing the legendary vintage hits of Barry Gibb and The Bee Gees. Not to be missed! Mick Sterling – Lead VocalCate Fierro – Lead VocalWayne Anthony – Lead VocalBoyd Lee – Guitar and Lead VocalKimberly Michaels – Lead VocalAimee Lee – Lead VocalChico Perez – PercussionBrad Swagger – DrumsJordan Hedlund – KeysMax Krauth – GuitarJohn Wright – BassCierra Hill – ViolinLisi Wright – ViolinDavid Foley – SaxJeff Gottwig – TrumpetJim Hann – Trombone The band is filled with Twin Cities legends with four to six decades of history in the region, led by Minnesota Music Award and Midwest Music Hall of Fame recipient Mick Sterling. He is also the founder of MICK STERLING PRESENTS that produces over 30 different shows in the region and is the Founder of The 30-Days Foundation. www.micksterlingpresents.com

Join us as we celebrate the swinging and timeless music of Buddy Rich. Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtime. Jazz, Big Band The Friday, July 26 and Saturday, July 27 Salute to Buddy Rich performances are sold out. Crooners has added two more performances on Saturday, September 21 at 5:00 and 8:00. Visit croonersmn.com for tickets! Joe Pulice salutes Buddy Rich with an all-star band of musicians from the Twin Cities. This performance will highlight the music that Buddy made famous throughout his illustrious career. Alto Saxophone – Brian Grivna, Dave Milne Tenor Saxophone – Pete Whitman, Mark Henderson Baritone Saxophone – Rich Manik Trumpets – Bob Hallgrimson, Jeff Gottwig, Steve Wagner, Doug Snapp Trombones – Pete Enblom, Dave Graf, Wade Clark Piano – Adi Yeshaya Electric Bass – Dave Mendenhall Drums – Joe Pulice Joe Pulice toured with Woody Herman and his Thundering Herd during Woody’s 50th Anniversary Tour in 1986. Joe won a Minnesota Jazz Music Award as a member of world-renowned drummer Eric Kamau Gravatt’s group “Kamanari”. During the 1990’s, Joe was a member of Jack McDuff’s New York based band, “The Heatin’ System.” Joe was the drummer in the JazzMN Orchestra for 20 years and is currently playing with the Adi Yeshaya Orchestra as he has for the past 30 years.

Kray Klaas is a guitar player, singer, and songwriter who specializes in R&B, Pop, and Blues. He has played extensively around the Twin Cities for the last three years and is in the process of completing his debut album in Nashville, Tennessee.   Umbra hosts complimentary live music every single Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings. Learn more by visiting our website.

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 75 minutes before showtimes. Bee Gees, Soul and R&B Mick Sterling Presents FROM BARRY / The Perfect Pop Songs of The Bee Gees is a 16-piece band including 6 lead singers performing the legendary vintage hits of Barry Gibb and The Bee Gees. Not to be missed! Mick Sterling – Lead VocalCate Fierro – Lead VocalWayne Anthony – Lead VocalBoyd Lee – Guitar and Lead VocalKimberly Michaels – Lead VocalAimee Lee – Lead VocalChico Perez – PercussionBrad Swagger – DrumsJordan Hedlund – KeysMax Krauth – GuitarJohn Wright – BassCierra Hill – ViolinLisi Wright – ViolinDavid Foley – SaxJeff Gottwig – TrumpetJim Hann – Trombone The band is filled with Twin Cities legends with four to six decades of history in the region, led by Minnesota Music Award and Midwest Music Hall of Fame recipient Mick Sterling. He is also the founder of MICK STERLING PRESENTS that produces over 30 different shows in the region and is the Founder of The 30-Days Foundation. www.micksterlingpresents.com

Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Modern Original Jazz Take a summer vacation with the Enormous Quartet. This group of old friends has been making music together for over 20 years. Enormous Quartet performs music that spans the breadth of creativity. From original songs to covers from the Police, Charles Mingus, Bjork, Theloinious Monk, Thom Yorke and anything else you can think of. Their music radiates with joy and experience. Take a quick summer vacation with Enormous Quartet on Saturday July, 27th. Chris Thomson – saxophones Joey Van Phillips – drums Chris Bates – bass Park Evans – guitar (SEA) www.doublebates.com

Join us as we celebrate the swinging and timeless music of Buddy Rich. Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtime. Jazz, Big Band The Friday, July 26 and Saturday, July 27 Salute to Buddy Rich performances are sold out. Crooners has added two more performances on Saturday, September 21 at 5:00 and 8:00. Visit croonersmn.com for tickets! Joe Pulice salutes Buddy Rich with an all-star band of musicians from the Twin Cities. This performance will highlight the music that Buddy made famous throughout his illustrious career. Alto Saxophone – Brian Grivna, Dave Milne Tenor Saxophone – Pete Whitman, Mark Henderson Baritone Saxophone – Rich Manik Trumpets – Bob Hallgrimson, Jeff Gottwig, Steve Wagner, Doug Snapp Trombones – Pete Enblom, Dave Graf, Wade Clark Piano – Adi Yeshaya Electric Bass – Dave Mendenhall Drums – Joe Pulice Joe Pulice toured with Woody Herman and his Thundering Herd during Woody’s 50th Anniversary Tour in 1986. Joe won a Minnesota Jazz Music Award as a member of world-renowned drummer Eric Kamau Gravatt’s group “Kamanari”. During the 1990’s, Joe was a member of Jack McDuff’s New York based band, “The Heatin’ System.” Joe was the drummer in the JazzMN Orchestra for 20 years and is currently playing with the Adi Yeshaya Orchestra as he has for the past 30 years.

Kray Klaas is a guitar player, singer, and songwriter who specializes in R&B, Pop, and Blues. He has played extensively around the Twin Cities for the last three years and is in the process of completing his debut album in Nashville, Tennessee.   Umbra hosts complimentary live music every single Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings. Learn more by visiting our website.

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 75 minutes before showtimes. R&B and Soul Johnnie Brown attributes his love of music to the great artist and sounds of Philadelphia and to that which personifies the legendary Lou Rawls. Johnnie performs with soul and force, using his raspy baritone voice. A mainstay of regional R&B music, Johnnie Brown, born in Mississippi, began singing as a child in the choir of his father’s church. He and his band deliver the music of the “Sound of Philadelphia” like it was meant to be played. Johnnie Brown continues to strive to make a difference in the entertainment community with his tribute performances to honor the legendary performers that inspired his singing career, such as Teddy Pendergrass, Lionel Ritchie, Lou Rawls and the O’Jays.

Danger Pins are Shannon Pettini (vocals and guitar) and Joseph Pettini (percussion and vocals). Original electric Americana and select reimagined covers.

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. The Best of the Beatles, 1966-1970 Adam Levy, guitars, vocalsJohn Eller, guitars, vocalsJoe Carey, guitars, vocalsBrandon Sampson, guitars, vocalsTom Scott, keyboardsPaul Scott, keyboardsJohn Fields, bassKen Chastain, drums, vocalsDavid Foley, horns, woodwindsJohn Sievers, trombone Andy Nelson, woodwindsJacqueline Ultan, cello The Shabby Road Orchestra is a 12-piece Minneapolis ensemble dedicated to the faithful live recreation of the Beatles’ late-period recordings, note-for-note as heard on the band’s final five albums. The band formed in 2017, performing each of the band’s final five albums from start to finish on the 50th anniversary of their release. “We play the music the Beatles never performed, with jokes.”

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 75 minutes before showtimes. Classic Country, Rockabilly, Folk, Americana Sherwin, Pam and “The Cotton Kings” celebrate Sherwin’s milestone 85th birthday with a show packed full of Classic Country Songs and Sherwin’s always popular “Tribute To Johnny Cash.” Sherwin Linton Lead Guitar and VocalsPam Linton VocalsNorton Lawellin Keys, Key Bass and VocalsKenny Wilson Steel Guitar, Electric Guitar, Flat Top Guitar and DobroDon Nustad Drums South Dakota native Sherwin Linton launched his career in the music business in 1956 as a 16 year-old disc jockey and live performer of country and rockabilly music on radio station KWAT in Watertown. Moving to Minneapolis, Minnesota in 1957, this talented singer, guitarist and songwriter began performing throughout the country. Sherwin journeyed to Nashville in 1966 and recorded “Cotton King,” a song that catapulted him to the top of the Country charts. Country icon Roy Acuff was so impressed with Sherwin that he signed Sherwin to his legendary Acuff-Rose Publishing Company and Hickory Records, resulting in numerous TV appearances and nationwide tours. Following the 1971 release of a live tribute album, “Hello, I’m Not Johnny Cash,” Sherwin received multiple national nominations from the CMA and ACM (and praise from Cash himself). Subsequent hits included the 1986 novelty song “Santa Got A DWI,” an anti-drunk driving song that hit the charts and became a Christmas favorite (and has sold over 1 million copies). Sherwin continued his prolific recording career in 2011 with the release of a CD “Hillbilly Heaven” pairin him with many Grand Ole Opry and Country Music friends. Sherwin’s latest album is a 43-song double CD set of 19th and early 20th Century songs he learned from his parents. “Sunday Drives With Mom and Dad” received a Grammy nomination for Best Folk Album of 2023. Sherwin has been a true music ambassador, romanticizing his home state with memories of railroad life and growing up in small South Dakota towns – themes that are woven into the fabric of more than 27 albums and over 68 years of live performances across the U.S. and Canada. “Sherwin Linton has been a great correspondent for Country Music for many years. He is the go-to guy for all things concerning authentic Country Music. In the mid-west, Sherwin is a larger than life Country singing, string bending, rhinestone wearing, boot heel dragging, fancy car driving, cowboy hat wearing state of the art Country Music star if there ever was one. Most of all he’s my pal. I always enjoy his work.” — Marty Stuart, “The Marty Stuart Show”, RFD-TV www.SherwinLinton.com

Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Instant Theatre, Comedy And Music Back again by popular demand Dane Stauffer is hosting some esteemed fellow Dudley Riggs Brave New Workshop alumnae for another fun evening of “Instant Theatre.” They need you in the audience for suggestions and the usual improv byplay. Dane StaufferMelissa DentonMichelle HutchisonJay ReillyJim DetmarDrew Jansen piano Dane Stauffer celebrates 45 years in the business of entertainment, performance and creative expression. A crowd favorite at Crooners, he returns to our stage after appearing in the recent smash “Glensheen” at the History Theatre. Along with the other performers, he traces his history back to the comedy heyday of the mid 1980’s where these performers cut their teeth together making up sketches, songs, and improvising nightly at the Brave New Workshop. “Masterful comedy. Every nuance is expertly judged.” –Three Weeks, Edinburgh, Scotland DaneStauffer.com

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes. The Best of the Beatles, 1966-1970 Adam Levy, guitars, vocalsJohn Eller, guitars, vocalsJoe Carey, guitars, vocalsBrandon Sampson, guitars, vocalsTom Scott, keyboardsPaul Scott, keyboardsJohn Fields, bassKen Chastain, drums, vocalsDavid Foley, horns, woodwindsJohn Sievers, trombone Andy Nelson, woodwindsJacqueline Ultan, cello The Shabby Road Orchestra is a 12-piece Minneapolis ensemble dedicated to the faithful live recreation of the Beatles’ late-period recordings, note-for-note as heard on the band’s final five albums. The band formed in 2017, performing each of the band’s final five albums from start to finish on the 50th anniversary of their release. “We play the music the Beatles never performed, with jokes.”

Welcome to Crooners Classics – every Wednesday will have a 5:30 PM show highlighting a classic act from music history! Wednesday’s Crooners Classics Vintage Jazz, Ink Spots, Vocal Jazz Don’t miss this “ one – night only ” appearance ! Joining We3 on stage is drummer extraordinaire Sheila Earley! Together, this quartet will pay tribute to timeless tunes with new and familiar interpretations of popular, jazz, swing, blues standards, and so much more! Renee Patrick, vocalsNicole Pesce, piano, keyboardSuzanne Lansford, violin, vocalsSheila Earley, drums We3 performed their very first concert together on October 1, 2016, at the Nash in downtown Phoenix. An undeniable chemistry was recognized, and the group continued to perform sold out shows at the MIM and Phoenix Theatre along with recording their first f ull length CD, “ We ’ ll Meet Again ”. These ladies are a powerhouse of talents combined, featuring vocalist Renee Grant Patrick (daughter to the late George Grant of the world – famous Ink Spots), violinist Suzanne Lansford, and pianist Nicole Pesce. We3 have appeared on AZTV ’s Channel 7 as the “ Best of the Daily Mix ” – and they ’ve performed at the Chandler Jazz Festival , Fresno Sounds of Mardi Gras Festival, & T he AZ Classic Jazz Festival , along with sold out shows at the ASU KERR Cultural Center, Chandler Center for the Arts and the Orpheum Theatre. “The whole is much greater than the sum of its parts. Passion, happiness, contentment, pure joy, sparklers, jazz hands, constant splashes of loveliness, the definition of present tense, effortless mastery, CLASSical! Ragtime! Old school jazz violin! Soul, soul, soul. You ladies are something else. “ – Adam Clark, Los Angeles Drummer & Recording Artist www.we3music.com