Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis

Sunday, October 11, 2026  |  7:00 pm

Larson Memorial Concert Hall

The Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center

$55, $45, and $25

A Woodbine Productions repeat engagement…Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis made their first-ever stop in South Dakota in 2019 when they brought jazzy holiday favorites to Brookings. This time, we are excited to be one of the limited engagements featuring founder and artistic director, Wynton Marsalis in his final tour at the helm. Bringing the most memorable arrangements that Wynton has done for the JLCO, this tour is only making one stop in South Dakota…and it’s with us!

Wynton Marsalis

Internationally acclaimed trumpeter, composer, bandleader, and educator Wynton Marsalis is one of the most influential voices in jazz today. He serves as Managing and Artistic Director of Jazz at Lincoln Center, Director of Jazz Studies at The Juilliard School, and President of the Louis Armstrong Educational Foundation.

A native of New Orleans, Marsalis launched his career with Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers before emerging as a global ambassador for jazz. Since his 1982 debut, he has released more than 130 recordings, earned nine Grammy Awards, and became the first jazz artist to receive the Pulitzer Prize for Music. Through his performances, compositions, and lifelong commitment to education, Marsalis has inspired generations of musicians while championing jazz as America’s original art form.

Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra

The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra is one of the world’s premier jazz ensembles. Comprised of 15 of today’s finest jazz musicians, the orchestra has been the resident orchestra of Jazz at Lincoln Center since 1988, performing throughout the United States and around the world. Under the direction of Wynton Marsalis, the JLCO presents repertoire spanning the history of jazz while commissioning and performing new works that continue to shape the art form. 

Riders In The Sky - Christmas the Cowboy Way

Thursday, December 3, 2026  |  7:30 pm

Larson Memorial Concert Hall

The Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center

$35, $30, and $20

You may or may not recognize Riders In The Sky as just the second show we ever hosted as Woodbine Productions in 2008. As America’s Favorite Cowboys celebrate their 40th season, we are thrilled to be their only South Dakota stop. 

For more than four decades, Riders In The Sky have delighted audiences with award-winning harmonies, wacky Western wit, and a deep love for America’s cowboy music tradition. Since their founding in 1977, the legendary quartet has dedicated itself to preserving and celebrating Western music while creating original songs that keep the genre vibrant for new generations.

What began as performances in small Nashville venues grew into an internationally recognized career that includes more than 7,200 appearances, tours in all 50 states, over 40 recordings, and more than 35 years as members of the Grand Ole Opry. Along the way, Riders In The Sky have appeared on television and radio, starred in their own programs, and introduced countless fans to the rich heritage of the American West.

The group’s many honors include two Grammy Awards, induction into the Western Music Hall of Fame, and numerous awards from the Western Music Association and the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. Their work with Disney and Pixar—including the memorable “Woody’s Roundup” from Toy Story 2—has brought their signature sound to audiences around the world.

In Christmas the Cowboy Way, Riders In The Sky bring their trademark blend of musicianship, comedy, and cowboy charm to holiday favorites, Western classics, and seasonal surprises, creating a festive experience for audiences of all ages.

The Barricade Boys

Broadway Party

Starring London’s Leading Men from Les Misérables

Monday, April 5, 2027  |  7:30 pm

Larson Memorial Concert Hall

The Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center

$45, $40, and $25

Join us for The Barricade Boys Broadway Party…four leading men from London’s West End’s longest running musical Les Misérables make their first tour stop in South Dakota. 

Direct from London’s West End, The Barricade Boys are one of the UK’s most exciting theatrical vocal groups. Featuring powerhouse vocals, dynamic choreography, and an eclectic mix of musical theater, pop, rock, and swing favorites, they deliver a night at the musicals unlike any other.

Founded by Les Misérables alumni Scott Garnham and Simon Schofield, The Barricade Boys were created to offer audiences more than a traditional musical theater concert. Their vision was an electrifying evening where beloved show tunes blend seamlessly with iconic songs from artists such as Billy Joel, Elton John, and Queen.

The quartet’s impressive West End credits include Les Misérables, Mamma Mia!, Wicked, Billy Elliot, The Book of Mormon, The Sound of Music, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, and The Phantom of the Opera. Their performances combine stunning harmonies, engaging storytelling, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes, creating an experience that feels both spectacular and personal.

From the emotion of Les Misérables to the energy of West Side Story and the harmonies of Jersey Boys, The Barricade Boys have delighted audiences around the world through international tours, sold-out West End performances, and appearances on Broadway. Their unique blend of talent, friendship, and audience connection continues to make them one of musical theater’s most entertaining vocal groups.

TAKE3 - Where Rock Meets Bach

(featuring the SDSU Civic Symphony)

Sunday, May 2, 2027  |  7:30 pm

Larson Memorial Concert Hall

The Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center

$35, $30, and $20

Woodbine Productions is thrilled to bring the dynamic trio of TAKE3 to our concert hall in May and we are equally excited to have the talented members of the SDSU Civic Symphony featured as we go on a musical journey from Bach to Rock!

Seamlessly merging hits from Elvis and The Beatles to Bach and Beethoven, TAKE3 lives at the intersection where pop, rock, and classical music collide. Their high-energy show, TAKE3: Where ROCK Meets BACH, features music by iconic artists including The Beatles, Billy Joel, Elvis Presley, Neil Diamond, and Imagine Dragons.

Praised for their electrifying performances and engaging stage presence, TAKE3 has captivated audiences at performing arts centers and concert halls across the country. Audience members have described the experience as a “mini–Trans Siberian Orchestra,” blending virtuosic musicianship, dynamic arrangements, and infectious energy.

Known for their interactive lighting, humor, and stories of musical journeys from conservatory practice rooms to packed concert stages, TAKE3 creates unforgettable experiences for audiences of all ages. Beyond the stage, the group is also recognized for educational outreach programs that inspire young people to pursue their dreams with passion and perseverance.

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Silent Film with Pipe Organ: Buster Keaton’s “The General”

Friday, October 16, 2026  |  7:30 pm

Saturday, October 17, 2026  |  7:30 pm

Founders Recital Hall

The Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center

$20

Inspired by Woodbine Productions, Sandy and Doug Oleson continue their support of SDSU’s beloved Silent Film with Pipe Organ tradition with a sixth appearance by acclaimed organist and silent-film historian Ben Model.

South Dakota State University’s School of Performing Arts is pleased to present Buster Keaton’s 1926 masterpiece, The General, accompanied live by Model’s original score on pipe organ. Widely regarded as one of the nation’s leading silent-film accompanists, Model has spent more than four decades creating and performing live music for silent films. He serves as a resident accompanist at both the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Library of Congress’ Packard Campus Theatre.

As SDSU commemorates America 250, The General offers a uniquely American story. Set during the Civil War and inspired by real events, the film combines Keaton’s groundbreaking comedy with themes of perseverance, divided loyalties, and national identity, creating a memorable cinematic experience for contemporary audiences.

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Silent Film with Pipe Organ: Charlie Chaplin’s “The Pawnshop” and “The Kid”

Inspired by Woodbine Productions, Sandy and Doug Oleson continue their support of Silent Film with Pipe Organ with the 5th performance by visiting organist and silent film historian, Ben Model.

Chaplin’s first full-length feature, “The Kid”, is a silent masterpiece about a little tramp who discovers an orphan and brings him up but is left desolate when the orphanage reclaims him. Chaplin directed, produced and starred in the film.

Paired with “The Pawnshop”, Charlie, the not-so-punctual and dependable pawnbroker’s assistant, starts his day with his usual duties at the pawnshop—a bit of dusting; some polishing up, and above all, a lot of quarrelling with his co-worker. Before long, a customer arrives—what a fabulous opportunity for Charlie to exhibit his subtle technical skills, and to give his critical scientific evaluation with the use of a rusty can-opener. Then, another client comes, eager to see the diamonds; however, could he be a wolf in sheep’s clothing?

"Don Giovanni" featuring Teatro Lirico D'Europa

World class opera troupe, Teatro Lirico D’Europa returns to the Oscar Larson Theatre with their professional cast of operatic stars to offer the scandalous and entertaining retelling of Don Juan in Mozart’s, “Don Giovanni”.

Mozart approached his operatic retelling of the Don Juan myth from a point of view that is neither tragic nor entirely comic, but rather lighthearted, urbane, and ironic. We follow the title character and his earthy comic sidekick, Leporello, through a series of encounters that begin with a fatal duel, moves back and forth between the humorous and the sentimental, and ends with the protagonist being dragged down to hell.

This performance features a full orchestra of professional musicians, the impressive Teatro Lirico D’ Europa artist roster and will highlight some of the top voices from South Dakota State University’s School of Performing Arts joining the chorus.

This performance will be sung in Italian with English supertitles projected.

An Evening with Heather Headley

Tony and Grammy Award-Winning Broadway Star in Concert

Get ready for an unforgettable night as Heather Headley—one of the most electrifying voices of stage, song, and the big and small screen—graces our stage for a spectacular evening of music. Known for her commanding presence and breathtaking vocals, Headley has dazzled audiences from Broadway’s The Lion King and Aida to concert halls around the world.

Whether you are a lifelong lover of musical theatre, a fan of soul-stirring ballads, or simply seeking a night of extraordinary entertainment, An Evening with Heather Headley promises to move and inspire. With a repertoire that bridges Broadway, gospel, R&B, and pop, Headley brings passion, artistry, and heart to every note.

In addition to her stage credits, you may recognize Heather from one of her dozen plus movie roles or for her recurring roles on Chicago Med and currently in Sweet Magnolias. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience a true star live in concert.