BODYTRAFFIC, an internationally-renowned dance company from Los Angeles, has been a dynamic force in contemporary dance since its founding in 2007 by Artistic Director Tina Finkelman Berkett. Known for technical prowess and versatility, BODYTRAFFIC artists expertly master a repertoire that spans ballet, contemporary, modern, Afro-Cuban, and hip hop genres. The company thrives on a collective of diverse perspectives and styles, bringing to life the visions of accomplished choreographers like Kyle Abraham, Sidra Bell, Alejandro Cerrudo, Fernando Magadan, Trey McIntyre, Ohad Naharin, Hofesh Shechter, and Micaela Taylor. BODYTRAFFIC aims to champion both established and emerging voices, serving as a home for a diverse range of styles and perspectives that tell vital stories. By blending local and global perspectives, BODYTRAFFIC reflects the rich diversity of its home city while pushing the boundaries of dance.

BODYTRAFFIC, an internationally-renowned dance company from Los Angeles, has been a dynamic force in contemporary dance since its founding in 2007 by Artistic Director Tina Finkelman Berkett. Known for technical prowess and versatility, BODYTRAFFIC artists expertly master a repertoire that spans ballet, contemporary, modern, Afro-Cuban, and hip hop genres. The company thrives on a collective of diverse perspectives and styles, bringing to life the visions of accomplished choreographers like Kyle Abraham, Sidra Bell, Alejandro Cerrudo, Fernando Magadan, Trey McIntyre, Ohad Naharin, Hofesh Shechter, and Micaela Taylor. BODYTRAFFIC aims to champion both established and emerging voices, serving as a home for a diverse range of styles and perspectives that tell vital stories. By blending local and global perspectives, BODYTRAFFIC reflects the rich diversity of its home city while pushing the boundaries of dance.

Sun Valley, get ready! This is the drag and cabaret event of the summer. Slaaay Sun Valley brings together some of Idaho’s fiercest drag and cabaret performers for one unforgettable night, headlined by the one and only Jessica L’Whor, Colorado’s Drag Entertainer of the Year.

Jessica L’Whor is more than a queen. She is a force. With millions of views across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, Jessica has gone viral again and again with her hit series Ask a Queen a Question, capturing hearts and feeds across the country. Known for her razor-sharp wit, dazzling looks, and electrifying stage presence, Jessica is one of the most in-demand drag entertainers in the U.S. She is making a special trip to Sun Valley for this one-night-only performance. Don’t miss your chance to see her live.

Get ready for fierce drag, dazzling cabaret, laugh-out-loud comedy, and a night packed with electric energy that will light up Sun Valley and leave you wanting more. This show is 18+

This isn’t just a show. It’s a movement. Slaaay Sun Valley proudly benefits KDPI, The Spot, and Laughing Stock Theater Company — all incredible organizations that do vital work supporting the community and keeping the arts alive year-round. 100% of event proceeds go directly to fund their important programming and help build a more vibrant, inclusive valley.

We are deeply grateful to our sponsors — The Limelight Hotel, Fun Delivery, and TNT Taproom — for helping bring this event to life.

This event is also made possible thanks to the generosity of our underwriters, whose support creates an accessible event and ensures that 100% of event proceeds go directly to the nonprofits. Their behind-the-scenes contributions help make this night as impactful as it is unforgettable.

Tickets are limited, and with a lineup like this they won't last long. Don’t miss your chance to experience a night of unforgettable entertainment while making a real difference. Secure your seat today and be part of something truly special.

Doors at 7:00pm
Show starts promptly at 7:30pm

If you'd like to volunteer, donate or be involved, reach out to slaaaysunvalley@gmail.com

TICKET INFORMATION:

General Admission Seat — GA stadium-style seating with full access to the show and all the energy of the night.

Tall Cabaret Table Seat — Reserved seating at intimate high-top cabaret tables. Enjoy a comfortable, elevated view with excellent sightlines and a touch of extra comfort. Great for groups or those who want a little more space.

Stageside Table Seat — Experience the show close-up with reserved seats right next to the stage. Catch every detail of the performance in this exclusive spot.

Runway Table — Exclusive seating for four people at one of only two tables located at the end of the runway. This premium spot offers the best views and an immersive experience with personalized service. These tables are very limited and highly sought after.

Join us for an exciting evening with Isabella Boylston, from screen to stage. Audiences will be given an exclusive first screening of excerpts from Bella’s upcoming documentary, directed by Oscar, Emmy, and Tony award winner Jon Avnet, followed by a conversation with Bella and some of her American Ballet Theatre costars. The event will wrap up with live performances of beloved classic and neoclassical ballet excerpts. 

Join us for an exciting evening with Isabella Boylston, from screen to stage. Audiences will be given an exclusive first screening of excerpts from Bella’s upcoming documentary, directed by Oscar, Emmy, and Tony award winner Jon Avnet, followed by a conversation with Bella and some of her American Ballet Theatre costars. The event will wrap up with live performances of beloved classic and neoclassical ballet excerpts. 

Far + Wise 'Soaring to Success' Gala

Event Date & Time: Friday, August 15, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Event Description:

Join us Friday, August 15, 2025, at the Argyros Performing Arts Center for an unforgettable evening of celebration, community, and inspired giving. Far + Wise is helping every child in Blaine County spread their wings— and with your support, we're reaching new heights.

Enjoy a vibrant night of generosity and connection, featuring extraordinary live auction experiences and stories that showcase the power of possibility. All proceeds support transformative academic and career exploration programs that give local students the tools—and the confidence—to thrive.

Raise your paddle. Change a life. Help kids soar.

Additional Details – Attire:

• Ketchum Cocktail—soar in style with a dash of feathers & finery!

Tickets & Information

• Purchase Tickets: Visit https://auctria.events/soaringtosuccess2025

• Get Involved: Contact Development Associate Laurel Holland for more information: laurel@farandwise.org

Join us for an evening where your generosity takes flight and helps every child in Blaine County soar to success.

For his newest SYMPHONYFUSE creation, composer/conductor Steve Hackman takes on the music of one of the most prolific and omnipresent artists this world has ever seen: Taylor Swift. This musical re-imagination will celebrate her singular and iconic songwriting voice by weaving greatest hits together with hidden gems in a new through-composed symphonic tapestry. It will draw unexpected comparisons between songs and unearth new musical easter eggs, promising to keep even the most dedicated Swiftie on their toes! Four vocalists and full band join the orchestra, creating an transformative soundscape that will elevate the music of one of the greatest artists in the world to new heights.

For his newest SYMPHONYFUSE creation, composer/conductor Steve Hackman takes on the music of one of the most prolific and omnipresent artists this world has ever seen: Taylor Swift. This musical re-imagination will celebrate her singular and iconic songwriting voice by weaving greatest hits together with hidden gems in a new through-composed symphonic tapestry. It will draw unexpected comparisons between songs and unearth new musical easter eggs, promising to keep even the most dedicated Swiftie on their toes! Four vocalists and full band join the orchestra, creating an transformative soundscape that will elevate the music of one of the greatest artists in the world to new heights.

Get ready, Sun Valley! Internationally acclaimed comedian Eddie Ifft is returning to the Argyros Theater for another night of nonstop laughter on August 29. Known for his razor-sharp wit and fearless humor, Eddie has sold out shows around the world, from the Sydney Opera House to top comedy festivals like Netflix Is a Joke and Montreal Just for Laughs. Whether you’ve seen him on Comedy Central, Showtime, or hosting Shark Week, you know Eddie delivers comedy that is as bold as it is hilarious. With millions of views on his recent specials Sweet Home Malibama and Man Child, Eddie is back to bring his signature high-energy performance to Sun Valley.

Having packed the Argyros Theater on past visits, Eddie is set to do it again—so don’t miss your chance to see him live! Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering his comedy for the first time, this is a must-see event that will have you laughing from start to finish. Grab your tickets now before they sell out, and get ready for a night of comedy that pulls no punches. One night only—August 29 at the Argyros Theater!

Get ready, Sun Valley! Internationally acclaimed comedian Eddie Ifft is returning to the Argyros Theater for another night of nonstop laughter on August 29. Known for his razor-sharp wit and fearless humor, Eddie has sold out shows around the world, from the Sydney Opera House to top comedy festivals like Netflix Is a Joke and Montreal Just for Laughs. Whether you’ve seen him on Comedy Central, Showtime, or hosting Shark Week, you know Eddie delivers comedy that is as bold as it is hilarious. With millions of views on his recent specials Sweet Home Malibama and Man Child, Eddie is back to bring his signature high-energy performance to Sun Valley.

Having packed the Argyros Theater on past visits, Eddie is set to do it again—so don’t miss your chance to see him live! Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering his comedy for the first time, this is a must-see event that will have you laughing from start to finish. Grab your tickets now before they sell out, and get ready for a night of comedy that pulls no punches. One night only—August 29 at the Argyros Theater!

Groundbreaking banjoist, composer and bandleader, Béla Fleck has reconvened the original line-up of the Grammy-winning quartet ‘Béla Fleck & The Flecktones‘, with pianist/harmonica player Howard Levy back in the fold alongside Fleck, bassist Victor Wooten, and percussionist/ Drumitarist Roy “Futureman” Wooten. While all manners of genres come into play—from classical and jazz to bluegrass and African music to electric blues and Eastern European folk dances—the result is an impossible to pigeonhole sound all their own, a meeting of musical minds that remains, as ever, utterly indescribable. Simply put, it is The Flecktones, the music made only when these four individuals come together.

“What I needed,” replied banjo innovator Fleck when asked about the inception of Béla Fleck & The Flecktones, “were people that were kind of freaks. Each person had to be an equal or more, and that’s what made it work when I ran into these guys and we started playing together.”

In 1988, Fleck formed the group for a single performance on PBS’ Lonesome Pine Special, and began touring in 1989. “The band is a creative idealistic project, one that somehow connects with people in a profound way,” says Fleck. “Nothing about any of that has changed in over 30 years. The Flecktones are touring for the sheer love of playing and celebrating our friendship. That’s why we get together these days.”

Groundbreaking banjoist, composer and bandleader, Béla Fleck has reconvened the original line-up of the Grammy-winning quartet ‘Béla Fleck & The Flecktones‘, with pianist/harmonica player Howard Levy back in the fold alongside Fleck, bassist Victor Wooten, and percussionist/ Drumitarist Roy “Futureman” Wooten. While all manners of genres come into play—from classical and jazz to bluegrass and African music to electric blues and Eastern European folk dances—the result is an impossible to pigeonhole sound all their own, a meeting of musical minds that remains, as ever, utterly indescribable. Simply put, it is The Flecktones, the music made only when these four individuals come together.

“What I needed,” replied banjo innovator Fleck when asked about the inception of Béla Fleck & The Flecktones, “were people that were kind of freaks. Each person had to be an equal or more, and that’s what made it work when I ran into these guys and we started playing together.”

In 1988, Fleck formed the group for a single performance on PBS’ Lonesome Pine Special, and began touring in 1989. “The band is a creative idealistic project, one that somehow connects with people in a profound way,” says Fleck. “Nothing about any of that has changed in over 30 years. The Flecktones are touring for the sheer love of playing and celebrating our friendship. That’s why we get together these days.”

 Formed in 2007, The Boxmasters have recorded an impressive and diverse catalogue of music that touches on their love of a wide array of influences, but most importantly, the rock and roll of the 1960’s. Listening to The Boxmasters, one can hear obvious odes to the Beatles, Byrds and Beach Boys, but also important to The Boxmasters are The Mothers of Invention, Kris Kristofferson, John Prine and Big Star. 

Since forming The Boxmasters, several long-time friends have contributed to the sound of the band, but the core of The Boxmasters has always been Andrew and Thornton. As primary songwriters, the sound of the Boxmasters has been an evolution as the duo constantly strive to find new inspiration, new sounds and new ways of expressing what is in their hearts and on their minds. But at the core, there is a backbeat, a lyric with meaning and music played with emotion. 

As a touring band, The Boxmasters have cultivated a rabid cult fanbase across the United States and Canada. Opening for the likes of ZZ Top, Steve Miller and Los Lobos, The Boxmasters have proven to win over large audiences. As a headliner, frequent stops in Kansas City at “Knuckleheads”, Springfield, Illinois at “Boondocks” and “Merrimack Hall” in Huntsville, Alabama have shown dedicated yet still growing audiences. Two appearances at Levon Helm’s “Midnight Ramble” in Woodstock, New York were highlight performances for the band, as well as the “Ramble at The Ryman” that Levon hosted in 2008. The Boxmasters performed on “The Grand Ole Opry” in 2015, another in a growing resume of must-play venues. 

Jaws, the iconic 1975 American thriller directed by Steven Spielberg and based on Peter Benchley's 1974 novel, will be screened at The Argyros in celebration of its 50th anniversary. The film stars Roy Scheider as police chief Martin Brody, who, along with marine biologist Richard Dreyfuss and professional shark hunter Robert Shaw, embarks on a mission to hunt a man-eating great white shark terrorizing a New England summer resort town.

This summer Argyros Presents in partnership with Sawtooth Productions brings the critically acclaimed play, "Love, Loss, and What I Wore," to the Tierney Theater.

Based on Ilene Beckerman's bestselling book, "Love, Loss, and What I Wore" is a poignant and humorous tapestry woven from monologues and ensemble pieces. It delves into the lives of women through the lens of their clothing and the memories attached to them, exploring universal themes of mothers, prom dresses, the trials of buying bras, the perplexing dislike of purses, and the enduring mystery of why we so often gravitate towards black. 

As one critic aptly put it, "So funny and so powerful; so dear and sweet; so remindful of our female wiles, our worries, our insecurities, our remembrances of mother, father, sisters, brothers, lovers—I think it can’t miss.” This production promises to be a relatable and deeply resonant experience for all.

This summer Argyros Presents in partnership with Sawtooth Productions brings the critically acclaimed play, "Love, Loss, and What I Wore," to the Tierney Theater.

Based on Ilene Beckerman's bestselling book, "Love, Loss, and What I Wore" is a poignant and humorous tapestry woven from monologues and ensemble pieces. It delves into the lives of women through the lens of their clothing and the memories attached to them, exploring universal themes of mothers, prom dresses, the trials of buying bras, the perplexing dislike of purses, and the enduring mystery of why we so often gravitate towards black. 

As one critic aptly put it, "So funny and so powerful; so dear and sweet; so remindful of our female wiles, our worries, our insecurities, our remembrances of mother, father, sisters, brothers, lovers—I think it can’t miss.” This production promises to be a relatable and deeply resonant experience for all.

This summer Argyros Presents in partnership with Sawtooth Productions brings the critically acclaimed play, "Love, Loss, and What I Wore," to the Tierney Theater.

Based on Ilene Beckerman's bestselling book, "Love, Loss, and What I Wore" is a poignant and humorous tapestry woven from monologues and ensemble pieces. It delves into the lives of women through the lens of their clothing and the memories attached to them, exploring universal themes of mothers, prom dresses, the trials of buying bras, the perplexing dislike of purses, and the enduring mystery of why we so often gravitate towards black. 

As one critic aptly put it, "So funny and so powerful; so dear and sweet; so remindful of our female wiles, our worries, our insecurities, our remembrances of mother, father, sisters, brothers, lovers—I think it can’t miss.” This production promises to be a relatable and deeply resonant experience for all.

This summer Argyros Presents in partnership with Sawtooth Productions brings the critically acclaimed play, "Love, Loss, and What I Wore," to the Tierney Theater.

Based on Ilene Beckerman's bestselling book, "Love, Loss, and What I Wore" is a poignant and humorous tapestry woven from monologues and ensemble pieces. It delves into the lives of women through the lens of their clothing and the memories attached to them, exploring universal themes of mothers, prom dresses, the trials of buying bras, the perplexing dislike of purses, and the enduring mystery of why we so often gravitate towards black. 

As one critic aptly put it, "So funny and so powerful; so dear and sweet; so remindful of our female wiles, our worries, our insecurities, our remembrances of mother, father, sisters, brothers, lovers—I think it can’t miss.” This production promises to be a relatable and deeply resonant experience for all.

Join us for an extraordinary ballroom dance performance on Friday, September 26th, featuring world-renowned rhythm dancers in a historic evening. Headlining this spectacular event are Karina Smirnoff, one of the original "Dancing with the Stars" professionals and winner of the 13th season, and Dmitry Timokhin, an eight-time National Russian Champion, making their first-ever U.S. performance together. 

The evening also showcases the world's current #1 ballroom dancing duo, Arina Grishanina and Alexander Chernositov, winners of the 2025 Blackpool Latin Championship, the largest and most prestigious ballroom dancing competition in the world. Joining this incredible lineup are accomplished U.S. Champions Tatiana and Yegor Novikov, and three-time Ohio Ballroom Champions Lynn Shanahan and Darius Mosteika. 

The evening is produced by and features dances from highly acclaimed ballroom coach and competitor Vasily Golovin. 

Experience a captivating performance 7:00-8:30 PM, followed by optional dancing from 8:30-9:30 PM. 

Proceeds benefit the Sun Valley Culinary Institute’s Professional Program.

Karla Bonoff, a Southern California native, embarked on her songwriting journey at 15. She initially formed a duo, "The Daughters of Chester P," with her sister. Later, she co-founded Bryndle, an early songwriter group alongside Kenny Edwards, Wendy Waldman, and Andrew Gold. Although their first album remained unreleased, Bonoff's talent quickly gained recognition when Linda Ronstadt recorded three of her songs.

This success propelled Bonoff into a solo career in 1977, where she achieved hits like "I Can't Hold On" and "Personally." She toured globally, garnering critical acclaim for her songwriting and performances. Her collaborations extended to a Grammy-winning duet, "All My Life," with Aaron Neville, further cementing her status as a respected artist.

Bryndle eventually reunited, releasing two albums that showcased their unique collaborative songwriting approach. Karla Bonoff continues to be an active force in music, performing and recording, maintaining her passionate audience and legacy.

After thirty years as a leading Celtic Rock band, The Young Dubliners are embarking on their tenth studio album with longtime producer Tim Boland, all while maintaining a demanding tour schedule. The band—Keith Roberts (vocals/guitar), Chas Waltz (Violin/keys/vocals), Justin Pecot (guitar/vocals), Dave Ingraham (drums), and Ethan Jones (bass)—has returned to the road post-pandemic with renewed energy. They are committed to bringing their unique fusion of Celtic and rock music to audiences worldwide, reminding everyone "how important a good gig can be to our sanity."

For this new album, The Young Dubliners are taking a different approach to funding, opting to involve their fans directly rather than a traditional record label. As Keith Roberts explains, "The business has changed so much over our lifetime that it no longer makes sense for us to take money from a label and then owe it all back. Making all our supporters co-producers is a far more rewarding way to make a record and allows us to maintain control all the way."

Having released nine albums previously, The Young Dubliners have a notable history, including appearances on Jimmy Kimmel Live, songs featured in TV shows like Sons of Anarchy, and extensive tours opening for diverse artists from Collective Soul to Jethro Tull. While often labeled "Celtic Rock," their sound is a rich hybrid. Despite Keith Roberts' Irish roots, the band's musical influences are broad, reflecting the varied backgrounds of its members and ensuring a dynamic, evolving sound where "the Celtic riffs can just as easily come from the American band members."

Dr. John Bieter, professor of History at Boise State University, and Iñaki Arrieta Baro, head of the Jon Bilbao Basque Library at the University of Nevada, Reno, will describe the lertxun-marrak or arborglyphs.

These unique cultural artifacts were etched by Basque sheepherders during the late nineteenth and twentieth centuries in the aspen groves of the Western mountains, a tradition later continued by Mexican and Peruvian herders.

Arborglyphs Virtual Reality Experience
(Enjoy this experience at the Folklife Fair on Saturday, October 11 from 10:00am to 4:00pm at Roberta McKercher Park in Hailey.)

Under the guidance of Daniel Fergus, director of @One, Digital Media Technology at the University of Nevada, Reno, visitors will walk in the shoes of a Basque sheepherder. From dawn to dusk, guests will experience a day in his life, the connection to the land, the homesickness, and the solitude in the open landscapes of the American West that inspired their tree carvings.

The Story Pirates, best known for their flagship podcast with more than 70 million downloads, are a family media company that amplifies the words and ideas of kids. The award-winning The Story Pirates Podcast takes stories submitted by kids and turns them into sketch comedy and songs with help from celebrity guests like Kristen Bell, John Oliver, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Sara Bareilles, Seth Meyers, and more. Story Pirates have also produced the Looney Tunes podcast and co-created Game On, a sports podcast for families, with Stephen Curry’s Unanimous Media.

In addition to podcasts, the Story Pirates have released three critically acclaimed middle-grade books and five award-winning albums. In partnership with Story Pirates Changemakers, their non-profit arm that brings life-changing arts and literacy tools to under-resourced schools and communities, Story Pirates produce the PBS show The Story Pirates Present: SPTV.

VIP Tickets

VIP Tickets include general admission plus the opportunity to take a photo with the cast of Story Pirates Live!' after the show.  You will also receive an exclusive VIP lanyard!

• Trumpeter Riley Mulherkar is a founding member of The Westerlies and in 2024 released his debut album Riley, hailed as “one of the best debut records to come out in a long, long time” (DownBeat).

Described as “über hip, modern yet timeless” (DownBeat) Mulherkar is a 2020 recipient of Lincoln Center’s Emerging Artist Award for his work as “an original bandleader, composer, arranger, educator, community activist and advocate for jazz and the arts.” Riley serves as Artistic Director at Joye in Aiken and is a faculty member of The College of Performing Arts at The New School. Mulherkar is an Edwards Artist and performs on Edwards trumpets.

Get ready for a spooky night of beats and frights at Nightmare at The Argyros on October 31st! Join us for Sun Valley's most anticipated Halloween costume party, featuring an electrifying performance by headliner DJ BearSkinRug, with a special appearance by the one and only DJ Rowdy.

Don't just come for the music – come to compete! Our costume contest will reward the most creative, terrifying, and hilarious outfits with tons of prizes that will make your ghoulish heart sing. So start planning your costume now, because the competition will be fierce!

• The Vienna Boys Choir, one of the world's oldest and most renowned choirs, traces its roots back to 1296 with the establishment of Vienna's Imperial Chapel. In 1498, Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian I officially founded a Court Chapel, ensuring boys were part of the singers and laying the groundwork for the modern choir. Today, this former imperial ensemble operates as a private, non-profit organization, offering primary and grammar school education to 330 boys and girls aged six to nineteen, with a strong emphasis on choral music and singing. Their UNESCO-listed education is accessible to all, irrespective of origin, gender, nationality, or religion.

The four boys' choirs are incredibly active, performing nearly 300 concerts annually for almost half a million people. Since 1924, they've embarked on over 1000 tours across 100 countries, delivering a remarkable 29,000 concerts. They regularly sing mass in Vienna's Imperial Chapel alongside members of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra and the Vienna State Opera's men's chorus. They've also graced stages with celebrated conductors like Zubin Mehta and Riccardo Muti, and are featured at prestigious events such as the Salzburg Festival and the Vienna Philharmonic's New Year's Concert. The choir also partners with UNICEF and other charities.

In 2023, the Vienna Boys Choir marked its 525th anniversary with special releases including a live album and a 21-CD box set. The following year, both the Vienna Boys Choir and the Vienna Girls Choir were honored with the European Culture Award. Erasmus Baumgartner has served as the Artistic Director since 2023, while Erich Arthold is the Choir's President.

• Robert Cray, a true icon spanning blues, soul, and rock, began his musical journey after being inspired by The Beatles and Jimi Hendrix. From his early days forming a garage band to sharing stages with legends like Albert Collins at his high school graduation, Cray's half-century in music has been marked by unwavering commitment. Despite early struggles with record deals, including his debut album's delayed release and his label's bankruptcy, Cray persevered, driven by a singular dedication to his craft. This integrity has earned him five Grammy Awards, induction into the Blues Hall of Fame, and the respect of countless musical luminaries.

Cray's rise, much like his music, was a slow burn. After gaining local hero status and even appearing in the film Animal House, his 1983 album Bad Influence established him internationally. His standing grew with False Accusations and the acclaimed collaboration Showdown! with Albert Collins and Johnny Copeland. However, it was 1986's Strong Persuader that catapulted him to superstardom, making him the first blues/soul artist to break through in the MTV era. This album's success not only brought him global recognition, a Rolling Stone cover, and a Grammy, but also paved the way for other blues and soul artists, including John Lee Hooker's career resurgence.

Throughout his illustrious career, Robert Cray has collaborated with a who's who of music, from Muddy Waters and B.B. King to The Rolling Stones and Eric Clapton. His unique blend of stinging guitar and soulful vocals, coupled with his exceptional band-leading skills, cements his legacy as a keeper of the American roots music flame. His recent albums, including the masterful That's What I Heard, demonstrate his continued artistic growth and unwavering commitment to making deeply felt, distinctive music. With 19 studio albums and five Grammys, Cray remains as fresh and dedicated as ever, simply fortunate to be doing what he loves.

The Salzburg Marionette Theater, enchanting audiences since 1913 with fairy tales and operas (including Mozart’s works), is now a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. Their performance celebrates the 60th anniversary of The Sound of Music with tales of Maria, a free-spirited postulant who left Nunberg Abbey to become governess to Captain Von Trapp’s seven children. Maria’s kindness and music transformed their strict home, winning their hearts and the Captain’s love. They married, but the Nazi annexation of Austria forced their escape. After a final performance, the family fled over the mountains to Switzerland.

The Salzburg Marionette Theater, enchanting audiences since 1913 with fairy tales and operas (including Mozart’s works), is now a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. Their performance celebrates the 60th anniversary of The Sound of Music with tales of Maria, a free-spirited postulant who left Nunberg Abbey to become governess to Captain Von Trapp’s seven children. Maria’s kindness and music transformed their strict home, winning their hearts and the Captain’s love. They married, but the Nazi annexation of Austria forced their escape. After a final performance, the family fled over the mountains to Switzerland.

This soirée tells the life story of great American composer, Irving Berlin, from Imperial Russia to Antwerp, Belgium via Ellis Island, to the lower East Side as a child, all the way to fancy Beekman Place in NYC, Broadway, and Hollywood as and adult. It reveals Irving’s surprisingly close relation to the Grand Duchess of Luxembourg, the tiny country in Europe, of which Adrienne Haan is a citizen. Combining their talents, Adrienne Haan and Music Director and Vocalist, Richard Danley, are presenting some of the most beautiful Christmas songs, as well as lesser-known oeuvres of the fabulous American composer, to start off the festive season with beloved music for young and old.

This soirée tells the life story of great American composer, Irving Berlin, from Imperial Russia to Antwerp, Belgium via Ellis Island, to the lower East Side as a child, all the way to fancy Beekman Place in NYC, Broadway, and Hollywood as and adult. It reveals Irving’s surprisingly close relation to the Grand Duchess of Luxembourg, the tiny country in Europe, of which Adrienne Haan is a citizen. Combining their talents, Adrienne Haan and Music Director and Vocalist, Richard Danley, are presenting some of the most beautiful Christmas songs, as well as lesser-known oeuvres of the fabulous American composer, to start off the festive season with beloved music for young and old.