We are thrilled to announce our 2026–2027 season. Everyone at the Paradise—from our dedicated staff to our committed Board of Directors—is excited to share the extraordinary experiences our arts center has to offer.
As a multidisciplinary hub of creativity, the Paradise Center for the Arts invites people of all ages and backgrounds to explore, express, and connect through the arts.
In this season guide, you’ll discover a dynamic lineup of performances, events, and exhibitions designed to inspire and engage. From live theater with Paradise Community Theatre to the heartfelt sounds of Close To You: The Music of The Carpenters, from laugh-out-loud comedy to compelling visual art showcased across our four galleries— there is truly something for everyone.
For nineteen years, the Paradise Center for the Arts has been a vibrant part of the Faribault community and beyond, providing meaningful opportunities to experience and participate in the arts.
We invite you to join us for an inspiring 2026–2027 season. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing in the transformative power of the arts.
Hours: Wed-Fri 12-5 pm; Saturday 10 am-2 pm One hour prior to performances
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.
A special project of the 514 Central Avenue, Faribault, MN 55021 | faribault.com General Manager: Kevin True Sales: Logan Dunsmoor & Deanna Boland Design: Kate Townsend-Noet
Entertainment Sponsor:
STAFF
Julie Fakler
Executive Director - full time
Julie is excited to lead the Paradise Center for the Arts with an amazing team. Julie has been with the Paradise for over 15 years as a staff member, and this will be her 17th year as the head of the gallery committee. Julie has a BFA in painting and drawing from Minneapolis College of Art & Design, and continues to create art whenever possible.
Julie can be reached at: director@paradisecenterforthearts.org
Will McIntyre
Performing Arts & Education
Director - full time
Will is a proud graduate of St. Olaf College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Theater, Sociology, and Anthropology. He has been part of the PCA team for the past three years, and truly calls the Paradise his second home. Having grown up on the Paradise stage, Will has been involved in numerous productions over the years—as an actor, director, music director, and more. His lifelong connection to the arts shines through in everything he does, and he’s especially excited to help showcase the vibrant lineup of shows and events coming in the 2026/2027 season.
You may reach will at: will@paradisecenterforthearts.org
Sara Caron
Production Coordinatorpart time
Sara has the enviable position of being the primary contact for the performers at the PCA. Sara also writes press releases about the events happening at the Paradise. Sara is the driving force behind the Fari “BOO” Bar Crawl.
Sara can be reached at: production@paradisecenterforthearts.org
Char Johnson
Box Office Staff/Volunteer Coordinator - part time
Char is one-half of the team that makes up our Box Office staff, as well as the Volunteer Coordinator for the front of house. She has an amazing ability to juggle patron requests, phone calls, donations, and more, and still finds time to keep us all supplied with chocolate. Char is a fiber and clay artist who teaches classes at the Paradise Center for the Arts. In addition, Char volunteers her time for several committees here at the Paradise.
Char can be reached at: char@paradisecenterforthearts.org
Dallas Musselman
Box office staff - part time
Dallas is the other half of the box office staff team. Dallas artfully wears many hats while selling tickets, processing memberships, telling PCA history, and keeping us all on our toes with her delightful stories filled with many different accents! If you don’t see Dallas behind the desk, she just might be on the stage!
Dallas can be reached at: boxoffice@paradisecenterforthearts.org
Rhonda Norgaard part time admin
Rhonda enjoys numbers (we are so happy she does) and fills a variety of needs with regard to the function of the Paradise through payables, receivables, and so much more. We could not do everything we do without her input and expertise.
Rhonda can be reached at: accounting@paradisecenterforthearts.org
BOARD MEMBERS
Todd Ginter, President
Jessica Schwie, Vice President
Roger Stoick, Treasuruer
Vicki Kanne, Secretary
Mandy Barnes
Rosemarie Marraccini
Matt Long
Palmer Huff
Maggie Gale
Luke Havumaki
Patty Salmon
Peggy Paulson
Josh Battles
Laura O’Connor
Martha Brown
Jenny Whannel
AT A GLANCE
2026 2027
JUNE
26: Gallery Exhibit Opening Reception
- runs through AUG 15
JULY
10-19: The Addams Family Musical
- Paradise Community Theatre
24: Gary West - Heroes, Friends & Legends Show
31-Aug 9: Junie B. Jones - Marquee Children’s Theatre
AUGUST
21: Gallery Exhibit Opening Reception
- runs through SEP 26
27: Music Trivia - Muck and Tracey
- Fundraiser
SEPTEMBER
10: Pick-Up Opera Vol 6 - Tales of Hoffmann
JANUARY
8: Gallery Exhibit Opening Reception
- runs through FEB 13
8: Comedian Jessi Campbell
22: Close To You - The Music of the Carpenters
FEBRUARY
5: Band, James Band
- The Music of James Bond 007’s Greatest Hits
12: Dark Side of the Moon & Other Floydian Tales
19: Gallery Exhibit Opening Reception - runs through MAR 19
19-28: Tuck Everlasting - Paradise Community Theatre
14: Gallery Exhibit Opening Reception - runs through JUN 12
21: Tribute to The Troops
- A Heartfelt Celebration
JUNE
11: Arts Extravaganza
16-19: Recycled Art Sale
Our members are the driving force behind the Paradise Center for the Arts. When you become a member you receive all the benefits the Paradise has to offer, and you become part of a family. Your membership supports local arts programs and helps build a stronger community.
Benefits of Becoming a Paradise Center Member
INDIVIDUAL: $55 / 5 yr $250
INDIVIDUAL SENIOR (65+): $45 / 5 yr $200
STUDENT: $35 / 5 yr $155
• Member Pricing on up to 2 tickets per performance
• Electronic updates of current Paradise happenings
• Access to pottery and painting studios (must take a class first)
• Inclusion in the annual Member Show
• Discounts on classes
• Voting rights at the annual meeting
FAMILY: $85 / 5 yr $387.50
• Member pricing on up to 6 tickets per performance
• Electronic updates of current Paradise happenings
• Access to pottery and painting studios (must take a class first)
• Inclusion in annual Member Show
• Discounts on classes
• Voting rights at the annual meeting
BUSINESS: $275 / 5 yr $1250
Benefits for a professional organization
• Member pricing on up to 6 tickets per performance
• Electronic updates of current Paradise happenings
• Access to pottery and painting studios (must take a class first)
• Inclusion in annual Member Show
• Discounts on classes
• One complimentary Balcony rental for employee or customer appreciation event (individual tickets additional, subject to availability)
• Two tickets to each Community Theatre Production
• Voting rights at the annual meeting
THANK YOU TO OUR
The Generous individuals who helped pay off the Paradise Center for the Arts mortgage.
Greg & Diane Barta
Barta Machine, LLC
John & Phyllis Battles
Gregory & Bonnie Becker
Tim & Wendy Becker
Alane Bendtsen & Steve Searl
Fred & Jan Bettner
Fred, Nichole & Ella Bettner
Ellen & Ward Bisping
Scott & Kari Boldt
The Budde Family
Dan & Diane Burns
Kenneth & Linda Butzow
Mary Cameron & Bob Crone
Brent & Judy Conlow
Richard Cook Family
Dave Correll & Ann Meillier
Brad & Marcia Schroder
Dean Schultz In Memory of Loreen Schultz
Susan Searl
Julianna & Roger Skluzacek
Reuben & Janet Tangren
Troy & Linda Temple Family
Tolle Fine Art
Sara Coulter
Mary Donahue Family
Father Henry Doyle
Matt & Kris Drevlow
Tony & Kathy Drouillard
Roger Fette - Fette Productions
Richard & Joyce Fette - Fette Electronics
In Memory of Greg Fette - The Fette Family
Scot & Peggy Gardner
Tom & Kathleen Gerbig
Dennis & Patt Germann
George Gleim
Cate Grinney & Steve Hunter
Tom’s Pro Glass
Marvin & Sandi Trandem
The Tuma Family
Cathy Von Ruden
Sertoma Club of Faribault
Harley Tate
The Joe Varley Family
James Coulter
David M. Gross & Lynne E. Goldberg
Bonnie & Bruce Gustafson
John & Diane Hagen
Gary & Jacquelyn Hartwig
Jason & Jane Hillesheim
Dr. Richard & Nancie Huston
Jane Donn & Ardys Johnson
LuAnn Johnson
Diane E. Juvland
Ken & Pat Kangas
Richard & Anna Kettering
Gail Kielmeyer
Al & Carol Kingsley
Kathy Hilgers Larson
Dwight & Dianne Lockerby
and Saul & Sarah Lockerby
George & Eileen Voracek
Cori & Rob Weems
Barbara A. & Robert A. Wegner
Neil & Jenny Whannel
Evelyn Kay Meyer & Seabron B. Johnson
Mike & Carmen Monge
Doug & Liz Nelson
Mary Niermann
Tom Noble
Glen & Shirley Norgaard
Dr. Robert & Julie Olson
In Memory of Elaine Paukert Lynch by her Loving Daughter
A comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family, The Addams Family is the magnificently macabre hit musical featuring everyone’s favorite creepy, kooky characters. Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family. A man whom her parents have never met. And if that weren’t upsetting enough, she confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before: keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s “normal” boyfriend and his parents.
Season Sponsor:
THE BAHL FOUNDATION
GARY WEST’S HEROES, FRIENDS, AND LEGENDS SHOW
SATURDAY, JULY 24 AT 7:30PM
Member: $23.50 / Non-Member: $28.50
Student: $18.50
(Includes a $1.50 Processing Fee)
A powerhouse Outlaw Country celebration bringing together the spirit of Cash, Waylon, Willie, Kris, Elvis, Carl Perkins, and Jerry Lee Lewis – All in one explosive night! Gary West delivers the sound, the swagger, and the stories behind the legends, plus his own original hits, backed by a three-piece horn section that brings the show to life with fire and soul. A Tribute. A Revival. A Fullthrottle country experience.
Sponsored by:
Sponsor:
JUNIE B. JONES THE MUSICAL JR.
Presented by the Marquee Children’s Theatre
Book & Lyrics by Marcy Heisler
Music by Zina Goldrich
Book and Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II
Directed by Mickey Morstad
JULY 31 & AUGUST 7 AT 7PM
AUGUST 1, 2, 8 & 9 AT 2PM
Adults: $14.50 / Student: $9.50 (Includes a $1.50 Processing Fee)
Join Junie B. on her first day of first grade, where many changes are in store: Junie’s best friend Lucille has found new best friends, and Junie B. makes friends with Herb, the new kid at school. While in Mr. Scary’s class, Junie has trouble reading the blackboard — and she may need glasses. Add in a friendly cafeteria lady, an intense kickball tournament, and a “Top-Secret Personal Beeswax Journal,” and first grade has never been more exciting.
Show Sponsor: Marquee Children’s Theatre Sponsors:
Music Trivia: MUCK
AND TRACEY
THURSDAY, AUGUST 27 AT 7PM
$100 per team of four ($25 per person)
Join us for music trivia with Muck and Tracey! Gather three of your friends and get ready for a fun evening at the Paradise Center for the Arts. Do you think your team has what it takes to win? Teams of four will compete for the title of champion in Paradise’s music trivia event. Enjoy yourself while helping raise funds for Paradise and winning fabulous prizes!
Celebration of the Arts in Central Park featuring Mixed Precipitation:
OPERA VOL 6 –
TALES OF HOFFMANN
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10
FREE EVENT
Join us for an evening of creativity, community, and live performance in Central Park!
5:00 PM – Art-Making Activities
Get hands-on with free, all-ages art activities, including drawing led by Kate Langlais and a wool felting project led by Char Johnson.
7:00 PM – Live Performance
Experience Mixed Precipitation’s Pick-up Opera Volume 6: Tales of Hoffmann.
Celebrating 18 years of inventive outdoor performances, Mixed Precipitation brings a bold, futuristic twist to The Tales of Hoffmann. by Jacques Offenbach. Follow the adventurous poet Hoffmann as he searches for love and creative inspiration in a world overtaken by technology. Along the way, he encounters ghosts, robots, magicians, and shape-shifting demons in this imaginative, high-energy production.
Blending classical opera with 1990s grunge and R&B, this “Pickup Truck Opera” is a truly one-of-akind theatrical experience—accessible, surprising, and fun for all ages.
Community Impact
This event is presented in collaboration with the Community Action Center and the City of Faribault, with support from the Charitable Gambling Advisory Board. Guests are encouraged to bring a canned food item to support the Community Action Center.
ABBASOLUTELY B Fab
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 AT 7:30PM Member: $26.50 Non-Member: $31.50 Student: $21.50
(Includes a $1.50 Processing Fee)
Minnesota’s #1 ABBA tribute band: featuring an all-star lineup of Minneapolis, St. Paul, and British musicians. Since forming several summers ago, they have been selling out shows at theaters, clubs, and parks all over the State. Mamma Mia, you don’t want to miss out on the fun! Take a Chance and join us! It’s your turn to be a Dancing Queen!
Philanthropic Educational Organization: THE POST
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
SOCIAL HOUR AT 6PM MOVIE STARTS AT 7:30PM
$21.50 (Includes a $1.50 Processing Fee)
Join us for a special showing of The Post, a newsroom drama following Katharine Graham—the first female publisher of a major U.S. newspaper—as she and editor Ben Bradlee race to catch up with The New York Times in an unprecedented First Amendment fight to expose a massive cover-up of government secrets. Social hour at 6 PM, movie at 7:30 PM. A fundraiser for P.E.O. - a sisterhood of women who are passionate about celebrating, supporting and motivating women through education - proceeds go to P.E.O. Chapter AR’s almost 30-year tradition of providing scholarships to Faribault’s female graduates pursuing postsecondary education.
BROTHERS ALLMANAC
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2 AT 7:30PM
Member: $23.50
Non-Member: $28.50
Student: $18.50
(Includes a $1.50 Processing Fee)
The Brothers Allmanac is a top-tier Allman Brothers tribute band, known for their authentic renditions of Southern rock classics. With standout performances at iconic venues, they capture the essence of The Allman Brothers’ signature sound—complete with soulful guitar harmonies, powerful vocals, and extended jams. Faithfully recreating the hits and also digging into lesserknown deep cuts, The Brothers Allmanac delivers a high-energy experience that pays homage to one of rock & roll’s greatest bands.
Season Sponsor:
THE BAHL FOUNDATION
AGATHA CHRISTIE’S MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS
Presented by Paradise Community Theatre
By Agatha Christie
Adapted For The Stage by Ken Ludwig Directed by Marc Robinson
OCTOBER 16, 17, 23 & 24 AT 7:30PM
OCTOBER 18 & 25 AT 2PM
Member: $19.50 / Non-Member: $21.50
Student: $15.50 (Includes a $1.50 Processing Fee)
Exotic locales... World Class Elegance... and Murder! Join Hercule Poirot on Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express as he is forced to solve a particularly difficult case, all while the famous luxury train journeys from Istanbul to Paris. An international roster of the rich and famous are all witnesses and suspects as Poirot must engage his little gray cells to discover the culprit. This fastpaced adaptation from Ken Ludwig promises a thrilling ride.
FARI “BOO”
Downtown Bar Crawl
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30
STARTING AT 7PM
$12 entry fee per person
(Includes a $1.50 Processing Fee)
Join hundreds of costumed crawlers this October 30 in historic downtown Faribault for the third annual
Fari “BOO” Bar Crawl – a fundraiser for the Paradise Center for The Arts! Registration for the Fari “BOO” Bar Crawl begins at 7 PM at the Paradise and is $12 per person. Between 7-11pm, participants must visit all of the participating bars to be judged for the costume contest. Winners of the costume contest will be announced at 11:30 PM in the Paradise auditorium. Must be 21 and older to participate in this ghoulishly fun-filled event! This event is presented in collaboration with the Historic Downtown Faribault Committee
Sponsor:
NBC America’s Got Talent Joseph Hall presents Reflections of the King
AN ELVIS TRIBUTE SHOW
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7 AT 7:30PM
Member: $28.50 / Non-Member: $33.50
Student: $23.50 (Includes a $1.50 Processing Fee)
NBC’s America’s Got Talent finalist
Joseph Hall brings his Elvis Tribute Show to town! Travel through the legacy of the “King of Rock n Roll”. A lip-curling fun show that will have you singing the hits of the King! Joseph Hall is recognized by Elvis Presley Enterprises as one of the top tribute acts performing today. This is a heartfelt tribute to the legacy of Elvis Presley. Don’t wait, get your tickets today and be one of the lucky fans who get a teddy bear or even scarfed! A fun show for all ages! www.josephhallelvis.com
Show Sponsor:
JOIN US FOR THE ANNUAL HOLLY DAYS SALE!
OPENING EVENT: THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19 AT 4-7PM
Celebrate the season with us at our Holly Days Sale Opening Celebration! Shop unique handcrafted gifts by Minnesota artists and enjoy an evening of art, shopping, and holiday cheer.
Book by Terrence McNally; Music by Stephen Flaherty
Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens; Directed by Shelley Fitzgerald
Her past is a mystery. Her future is an adventure.
From Tony winners Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty, and Lynn Ahrens, creators of such Broadway classics as Ragtime and Once On This Island, this dazzling show transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing con man and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love, and family.
Show Sponsors:
Season Sponsor:
THE BAHL FOUNDATION
HOLIDAY DESSERT AUCTION WITH HANDMADE POTTERY
FRIDAY, DECEMBER
18 STARTS AT 5PM
The Paradise Center for the Arts invites you to a festive Dessert Auction before and during intermission of Mick Sterling Presents: A Grand Ole
Opry Christmas on Friday, December 18. Bidding begins at 5:00 PM and features delicious homemade desserts paired with handmade pottery, generously donated by local businesses, community members, and PCA Pottery Artists. Proceeds support PCA’s performances, visual arts, and educational programs. You do not need to attend the show or be present to win. We hope to see you there!
Sponsored by:
FARIBAULT Sponsor:
Mick Sterling Presents:
A GRAND OLE OPRY CHRISTMAS
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 18 AT 7:30PM
Member: $28.50
Non-Member: $33.50 / Student: $23.50
(Includes a $1.50 Processing Fee)
A Grand Ole Opry Christmas honors the Christmas recordings of the pillars of Country and Rock and Roll
in this joyous presentation! All of the classic Christmas songs and some really fun ones you may not be familiar with, joined by traditional gospel and spirituals, round out this wonderful presentation that has moved audiences for years. Featuring Mick Sterling, along with four more incredible lead vocalists, Cate Fierro, Shalo Lee, Lisi Wright, and Dan Neale.
Show Sponsor:
A VERY GOOD CHRISTMAS CAROL
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 19 AT 2PM
Member: $21.50
Non-Member: $23.50
Student: $17.50
(Includes a $1.50 Processing Fee)
Join scrappy Dickensian orphans
Edmund and Martin as they present their own version of A Christmas Carol! They may be the only two actors onstage, but with a trunk full of props, hearts full of song, and YOUR help, what could possibly go wrong? Come for a fresh, madcap take on a heartwarming classic, stay for the neverending thrill of audience participation!
COMEDIAN JESSI CAMPBELL
FRIDAY, JANUARY 8 AT 7:30PM
Member: $23.50
Non-Member: $28.50 / Student: $18.50
(Includes a $1.50 Processing Fee)
Jessi Campbell is a high-energy, likable comedian who brings her relatable stories to the stage. She turns mundane events in her life into hilarious bits. Traditional stand-up comedy with no bells and whistles needed, Jessi makes crowds laugh with one microphone and a spotlight. She was the Campus Activities Magazine Female Performer of the Year and has performed at over 1,000 colleges nationwide. She has performed all over the world and has two Dry Bar Comedy specials.
Sponsored by: Rosemarie Marraccini
Close To You: THE MUSIC OF THE CARPENTERS
FRIDAY, JANUARY 22 AT 7:30PM
Member: $23.50
Non-Member: $28.50
Student: $18.50
(Includes a $1.50 Processing Fee)
Considered one of the best vocalists of all time, Karen Carpenter captured the attention of a generation with the surprisingly deep material of her unabashedly catchy pop music. Singer and playwright Lisa Rock has compiled a moving tribute to the music and life of Carpenter, and brings it to the stage with her 6-piece backing band. Dedicated to re-creating the true sound of The Carpenters, Rock and her band showcase some of the most memorable songs of the 70s, including “We’ve Only Just Begun”, “Rainy Days and Mondays”, and of course “Close to You”.
BAND, JAMES BAND
The Music of James Bond: 007’s Greatest Hits
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5 AT 7:30PM
Member: $26.50 / Non-Member: $31.50
Student: $21.50
(Includes a $1.50 Processing Fee)
A musical review like no other, unique to the USA! The magical legacy of Bond melodies spans 63 amazing years; there are memories here for everyone! Featuring songs by Paul McCartney “Live and Let Die”, Duran Duran “A View to a Kill”, Adele “Skyfall”, Jack White “Another Way to Die”, Sam Smith “Writing’s on the Wall from Quantum of Solace”, Sheryl Crow “Tomorrow Never Dies”, Tina Turner “Golden Eye”, Gladys Knight “License to Kill” and the Best of the Bond Movie HITS!
Sponsored by: & Paul Swanson
DARK SIDE OF THE MOON & OTHER FLOYDIAN TALES
Presented by Jonny James & The Hall of Fames
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12 AT 7:30PM
Member: $28.50 / Non-Member: $33.50
Student: $23.50
(Includes a $1.50 Processing Fee)
Celebrate the music of Pink Floyd with an evening of “Dark Side of the Moon” in its entirety, plus favorite selections from classics like “The Wall” and “Wish You Were Here.” This performance promises a spooky, psychedelic evening of killer guitars and crazy synths that will leave you on the edge of your seat.
Sponsored by:
Season Sponsor:
TUCK EVERLASTING
Presented by Paradise Community Theatre
Book by Claudia Shear & Tim Federle
Music by Chris Miller
Lyrics by Nathan Tysen
Based on the novel Tuck Everlasting by Natalie Babbitt
Directed by Mickey Morstad; Music Directed by Taylor Wesseln
FEBRUARY 19, 20 & 26 AT 7:30PM
FEBRUARY 21, 27 & 28 AT 2PM
Member: $21.50 / Non-Member: $23.50
Student: $17.50 (Includes a $1.50 Processing Fee)
What would you do if you had all eternity? Eleven-year-old Winnie Foster yearns for a life of adventure beyond her white picket fence, but not until she becomes unexpectedly entwined with the Tuck Family does she get more than she could have imagined. When Winnie learns of the magic behind the Tuck’s unending youth, she must fight to protect their secret from those who would do anything for a chance at eternal life. As her adventure unfolds, Winnie faces an extraordinary choice: return to her life, or continue with the Tucks on their infinite journey. Based on the best-selling classic novel by Natalie Babbitt and adapted for the stage by Claudia Shear and Tim Federle, Tuck Everlasting features a soaring score from Chris Miller and Nathan Tysen.
Three top Twin Cities singers, Aimée Lee, Sara Renner, and Deb Brown, pay tribute to legendary songwriters Carole King, Joni Mitchell, and Carly Simon. While these artists have an extensive list of works, River focuses on their most beloved songs— the ones that take audiences on a nostalgic journey through their own lives, recalling the women’s music movement of the ’60s and ’70s: their prom, first kiss, weddings, heartaches, and other life moments. Songs include “You’re So Vain” and “Nobody Does It Better” by Carly Simon, “Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow” and “Natural Woman” by Carole King, and “Help Me” and “Both Sides Now” by Joni Mitchell. Through the decades, these artists continued to craft timeless songs that stay with us today. With lush harmonies and an incredible all-star band, RIVER brings the songs, stories, and memories together on stage in this unforgettable tribute. Don’t miss it!
Sponsor:
Show Sponsor:
Mick Sterling presents:
A BILLY JOEL STATE OF MIND - THE SONGS OF BILLY JOEL
Billy Joel is truly one of America’s great singer-songwriters and his catalog is filled with decades full of hits and he’s still going strong. Led by Mick Sterling, a stellar four piece horn section, full percussion, the double piano combination of Peter Guertin and Charlie Peterson, two violins and an incredible band totaling 14 members, A Billy Joel State of Mind features hits such as “Piano Man”, “Uptown Girl”, “New York State of Mind”, Big Shot and many more. But also features deeper tracks such as “Billy The Kid, Zanzibar”,“Easy Money”, “Summer Higland Falls”, “Miami 2017” and many more. This is a powerful statement of the incredible work of Billy Joel handled by a band that Mr. Joel would be proud to front himself!
Sponsored by: Jenny & Neil Whannel
Feeling Groovy: A SIMON & GARFUNKEL TRIBUTE WITH A TWIST!
Back by popular demand! This unique tribute is a joyful, wholehearted celebration of Simon & Garfunkel and Paul Simon favorites. The show is led by a dynamic female duo (yep, that’s the twist!) who capture the well-known tight & intricate harmonies beautifully and is backed by a cracklin’ band of stage and studio musicians. Their exceptional live performances include unforgettable stories and audience participation that will grab your heart and have you smiling with nostalgia!
Season Sponsor:
THE BAHL FOUNDATION
THE PRINCESS AND THE PEA
Presented by Paradise Community Theatre
Adaptation by Kathryn Schultz Miller Directed by Amber Holven
APRIL 16 & 23 AT 7:30PM
APRIL 17, 18, 24 & 25 AT 2PM
Member: $19.50 / Non-Member: $21.50
Student: $15.50
(Includes a $1.50 Processing Fee)
Prince Harcourt (known to his friends as Harry) is on a desperate quest for a “True Princess.” With King Ulstead’s health failing, Harry must marry to secure his crown—but his impossibly high standards are getting in the way. As his younger brother Edgar and wife Greta wait in the wings to seize the throne, Harry is running out of time. Will he find his perfect match, or will his own pickiness be his downfall? This entertaining retelling of The Princess and the Pea is an enchanting blend of magic, romance, and comedy and is a royal treat for the whole family! Xpedition:
FRIDAY, APRIL 30 AT 7:30PM
Member: $28.50 / Non-Member: $33.50
Student: $23.50
(Includes a $1.50 Processing Fee)
Welcome to Xpedition, where we celebrate the music of Foreigner, Kansas, Styx, Bon Jovi, and Journey. Music that shaped rock and roll history. Our performances bring you the sounds you remember, honoring the greatest bands with authenticity and passion. Join us on this musical journey and relive the unforgettable moments that defined a generation. Get ready to rock out with Xpedition! We look forward to seeing you!
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FARIBAULT Sponsor:
The Looney Lutherans In Livin’ La Vida Lutheran:
LOONEY LIFESTYLE TIPS FOR LIVELIER LIVING
SUNDAY, MAY 2 AT 2PM
Member: $23.50 / Non-Member: $28.50
Student: $18.50
(Includes a $1.50 Processing Fee)
The Looney Lutherans are a trio of wacky gals who use music and comedy to share their age-old wisdom for living a long and lively life, the Lutheran way. In LIVIN’ LA VIDA LUTHERAN (inspired by the Ricky Martin song!), they introduce you to the “6HHP” - the 6 “Happy Heart” petals. Using their tips, you, too, can have a joyful heart. Segments include the Menopause Medley, a disco salute to Hotdish, Lutheran Yoga, and do-it-yourself Beauty Tips. You might even be invited to join Bella in a simple exercise routine using items found in your very own home. Material is comedic and family-friendly, and you don’t have to be Lutheran to love it!
Tribute to The Troops: A
FRIDAY, MAY 21 AT 7:30PM
Member: $26.50 / Non-Member: $31.50
Student: $21.50
(Includes a $1.50 Processing Fee)
Get ready to salute the stars and stripes with a stunning performance that honors our brave veterans! “Tribute to the Troops” is a captivating female trio dedicated to celebrating the heroism and sacrifice of those who serve. With soulful harmonies and heartfelt renditions of beloved military anthems and patriotic favorites, this trio will leave you inspired and uplifted. “Tribute to the Troops” combines music with a powerful message of gratitude and respect.
ARTS EXTRAVAGANZA at the Paradise Center for the Arts
FRIDAY, JUNE 11 AT 7:30PM
Member: $26.50 / Non-Member: $31.50
Student: $21.50
(Includes a $1.50 Processing Fee)
Celebrate creativity and support the arts at an unforgettable evening in downtown Faribault!
Join us for the Arts Extravaganza, a vibrant night dedicated to raising essential funds for our visual and
performing arts programs. Whether you attend in person or choose to contribute from afar, your support helps keep the arts thriving in our community.
What to Expect:
• Delicious hors d’oeuvres & cash bar
• Silent auction with exciting prizes
• Live auction full of unique experiences
• Exclusive preview of our 2027–2028 season lineup
• Live entertainment throughout the evening
• Emceed by Buddy Ricker from Little Fish Comedy
Can’t make it? Please consider making a donation— every contribution helps us continue our mission to inspire and enrich through the arts.
RECYCLED ART SALE
JUNE 16-19
WED-FRI 12-5PM, SAT 10AM-2PM
Drop-Off Donations: June 9–11, 12–5PM & June 12, 10AM–2PM
Recycled Art Sale Kickoff: June 16, 5–7PM
Find your next favorite piece at the Recycled Art Sale! Shop a unique mix of original art, prints, frames, mirrors, pottery, and more—at affordable prices. Inventory changes daily, so each visit offers new discoveries.
Donations are also welcome and tax-deductible, with proceeds benefiting the Paradise Center for the Arts.
Shop sustainably, support the arts, and bring home something truly unique.
2026-2027 Season
Paradise Community Theatre season tickets Pass
Each pass contains 5 tickets that may be used interchangeably within the 2026-2027 Paradise Community Theatre Season.
Shows include:
The Addams Family Musical
JULY 10, 11, 16, 17 & 18 at 7:30PM
JULY 12 & 19 at 2PM
Book by Marshall Brickman & Rick Elice
Music & Lyrics by Andrew Lippa
Based on Characters Created by Charles Addams
Directed by Paul Johnson
Agatha Chrisite’s Murder on the Orient Express
OCTOBER 16, 17, 23 & 24
AT 7:30PM
OCTOBER 18 & 25 AT 2PM
By Agatha Christie
Adapted For The Stage by Ken Ludwig
Directed by Marc Robinson
EXPLORE OUR SHELVES
Anastasia: The Musical
DECEMBER 4, 5, 10 & 11
AT 7:30PM
DECEMBER 6, 12 & 13 AT 2PM
Book by Terrence McNally
Music by Stephen Flaherty
Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens
Directed by Shelley Fitzgerald
Tuck Everlasting
FEBRUARY 19, 20 & 26
AT 7:30PM
FEBRUARY 21, 27 & 28 AT 2PM
Book by Claudia Shear & Tim Federle
Music by Chris Miller
Lyrics by Nathan Tysen
Based on the novel Tuck Everlasting by Natalie Babbitt
Directed by Mickey Morstad
Music Directed by Taylor Wesseln
The Princess and the Pea
APRIL 16 & 23 AT 7:30PM
APRIL 17, 18, 24 & 25 AT 2PM
Adaptation by Kathryn Schultz Miller
Directed by Amber Holven
PCT Ticket Pass - Member Adult Price: $87
PCT Ticket Pass - Non-Member Adult Price: $97
PCT Ticket Pass - Student Price: $67
The pass is easy to use, and you don’t have to pay the processing fee. You use the code that comes with your confirmation email, simply input your pass code during an online transaction, or contact our box office.
HOLY SMOKE CONCERT SERIES & FUNDRAISER
ENJOY FREE LIVE MUSIC ALL SUMMER AT CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH THE SECOND WEDNESDAY, JUNE-AUGUST, FROM 5:00–8:30 PM— RAIN OR SHINE!
Come for the music and stay for the wood-fired pizza, with proceeds supporting local nonprofits, including the Paradise Center for the Arts.
2026 LINEUP:
June 10 – Spud Brothers (AKA Sweet Potato Jackson)
July 8 – The Creek Cats
August 12 – Steve and Steve
Bring your friends, grab a slice, and support the arts and community!
1200 1st Street NE, Faribault, MN 55021
GALLERY
JUNE 26 - AUGUST 15, 2026
OPENING RECEPTION JUNE 26, 5-7PM
Carlander Family Gallery – Ming Chiao Group
Exhibition
Lois Vranesh Gallery – Ming Chiao Group Exhibition
K&M Gallery Walls – Ming Chiao Group Exhibition
K&M Gallery Shelves – PCA Pottery Artists, Jo Omtvedt
Carlander Family Gallery – Rachel Coyne and Roya Nazari
Lois Vranesh Gallery – Hannah Localioh
K&M Gallery – EPIC
JUNE 16 - JUNE 19, 2027
Carlander Family Gallery – Recycled Art Sale
Lois Vranesh Gallery – Recycled Art Sale
K&M Gallery – Recycled Art Sale
Yulia Sholomova
Louisa Potapchik
Hannah Localioh
Karen Peters
Patty Salmon
Rachel Coyne
Kelly Stanton Nutt
Roya Nazari
Adam Turner
Eric Zuccola
The Paradise Center for the Arts is committed to offering creative opportunities for the community. We welcome beginners as well as those with advanced experience. We offer a variety of classes that nurture a love for the arts. Classes are available throughout the year. Please visit www.paradisecenterforthearts.org/ education/
Children and adult classes:
At the Paradise, there’s something for everyone! Whether you love pottery, painting, or theatre, we have fun classes for all ages. Customize a class to fit your group or club needs. At the Paradise we realize everyone is busy and has different schedules. If our class times don’t work for you and your group, please call us to discuss your needs. We will work together to find a class that fits your schedule and needs.
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Working together to make a difference in the lives of our friends, neighbors and the community. For more information contact your Edward Jones advisor.
Jacob Womeldorf
Financial Advisor
318 4th Street NW
Faribault , MN 55021
507-332-2957
Greg Lee
Financial Advisor 1645 Lyndale Avenue N Suite 101
Faribault, MN 55021
507-334-9936
Tom Klemer
Financial Advisor
200 8th Avenue NW
Faribault, MN 55021
507-334-3149
Edward Jones cannot accept gift cards, cash or checks as donations.
