Join us for a wonderful night of music featuring timeless classics, new twists, and joyful spins on holiday music favorites. If you joined us last year you know how special this show was, and they are back again with some new music for our listening and holiday pleasure. This year they are joined by the brilliant Trumpet player, Steve Wagner.

For over 2 decades, Judi Vinar has toured internationally with Bobby McFerrin as a member of his “Voicestra” and “Gimme5” groups. Steve Wagner is a top call horn player in the Twin Cities for decades, having toured internationally.

Also joining Judi and Steve will be the WPK Trio featuring Phil Kadidlo on piano & keyboards, Mark Weisberg on bass, and the Park Center’s very own Michael Pilhofer on drums.

TICKETS: $25 advance, $30 door and $5 students (17 and under)

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FUNNY NEW YEAR'S WITH MARY MACK

A hybrid of Minnesota and Wisconsin, with a severe cheese dependency, stand-up comedian Mary Mack is a favorite on radio shows and podcasts around the country including, Marc Maron's WTF Podcast, The Bob and Tom Show, The Grand Ole Opry and SiriusXM comedy channels. Currently, she stars as Jesse in the cult-favorite Hulu cartoon Solar Opposites, and she voices several characters on Disney +’s Kiff. 

TICKETS: $30 advance, $35 door and $5 students (17 and under)

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Our Winter Artist Showcase features our house band led by Sonofmel as we welcome our first FREE show of local and regional performers. We invite you in for our opening performances of the Showcase. 

The amount of talent in the region is incredible and we are proud to bring these and future artists to the stage for you to enjoy at no cost. This is the first of 4 planned Artist Showcases.

TICKETS: FREE for our Northwoods Community!

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The singer-songwriter returns to The Park Center. Kilgour first attained notoriety outside her native Duluth, MN as the grand prize winner of the 2015 international NewSong Music Performance & Songwriting Competition and winner of the 2017 Kerrville New Folk Contest. She has been featured at NYC’s Lincoln Center, at The Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. and at the Sundance Film Festival. Her oft-noted “unapologetic lyrics” (Rolling Stone) and “master crafted indie folk” sensibilities (Billboard) are on full display in this latest collection of songs. Her latest album, My Father Loved Me, is a tribute to her late father, produced by JUNO Award-winning songwriter Rose Cousins and recorded in the senior Kilgour's native Canada.

TICKETS: $25 advance, $30 door and $5 students (17 and under)

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A rare Friday evening show with Balterdash!

Balterdash’s sound is infused with flavors of Bluegrass, Americana, and Celtic music. Featuring Sue Orfield (sax/vocals), Dustin DeGolier (guitar/vocals), John Utphall (fiddle/keys/vocals), Randy Sinz (bass/vocals), and The Parks very own Michael Pilhofer (Drums/Percussion). Balterdash draws their audiences in with powerful vocals, and joyful musical interplay.

Balterdash enjoy performing their original music interspersed with unique arrangements of choice cover tunes. The result is a vibrant and engaging musical experience that resonates across genres and generations.

TICKETS: $25 advance, $30 door and $5 students (17 and under)

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Chris Kroeze and Michael Shynes are BACK AGAIN, returning to The Park Center for two incredible shows during The 2026 American Birkebeiner.

These two exceptional singer-songwriters are back to build on last years sold out shows. If you missed them last year, you missed a doozy and we expect no less in 2026.

Kroeze and Shynes return for another two night stand during the Birkie. The two together make for an unforgettable evening of fun, music and who knows where the muse will take them.

TICKETS: $30 advance, $35 door and $5 students (17 and under)

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Chris Kroeze and Michael Shynes are BACK AGAIN, returning to The Park Center for two incredible shows during The 2026 American Birkebeiner.

These two exceptional singer-songwriters are back to build on last years sold out shows. If you missed them last year, you missed a doozy and we expect no less in 2026.

Kroeze and Shynes return for another two night stand during the Birkie. The two together make for an unforgettable evening of fun, music and who knows where the muse will take them.

TICKETS: $30 advance, $35 door and $5 students (17 and under)

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Do You Hear The Calling?

A joyful performance of music, songs, stories, and dance.

From Irish Laments to energetic reels to modern Celtic rock vibes, the band pushes traditional music with contagious beats and soaring solos. Along with great music John Adler will spin a yarn or two into his unique tales. Let’s hope he wears his green jumpsuit!  

TICKETS: $30 advance, $35 door and $5 students (17 and under)

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Join violinist Hannah Kennedy and pianist Casey Rafn for an evening of French music, spanning from the 1700s to today. Featuring music of French composers Claude Debussy, Olivier Messiaen, Lili Boulanger, and more, this evening will be a musical journey filled with beauty, history, and maybe even a few surprises.

TICKETS: $25 advance, $30 door and $5 students (17 and under)

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Join Hayward Fly Fishing Company for the 2026 International Fly Fishing Film Festival, a series of short films that showcase diverse stories and fly fishing adventures from around the world. Ticket sales will benefit Wild Rivers Conservancy, the friends group of the St. Croix and Namekagon Rivers, to support their work for the health of our own amazing watershed. 

Tickets are available at Hayward Fly Fishing Companyor at the door.

Tickets are $25

You will love this fun and sentimental show. And get ready to sing along!

Everyone has their coming-of-age soundtrack. The songs that stick with you forever, and always bring back memories! The Class of ’77 was blessed with an amazing playlist, including songs by Elton John, Linda Ronstadt, Queen, The Eagles, Helen Reddy, Jim Croce, The Bee Gees, BarryManilow, Kansas, Peter Frampton, and so many more. There were fantastic Broadway, TV Show and Movie songs, and some pretty awesome Novelty Songs. YearbookClass of ’77: Great Songs from 1973-1977 taps into all of it.

TICKETS: $25 advance, $30 door and $5 students (17 and under)

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The Artist Showcase is back for 2026 and the Winter Showcase features three new performers supported by our house band A WALK IN THE PARK, led by troubador Sonofmel (John Adler) on Guitar, Randy Wydra on Bass, and Michael Pilhofer

This is a free concert for all. Please come give these artists a warm, Northwoods reception. You won't be disappointed!

Planned artists for this event include: Sonofmel / TrueGrass / Fishlicker Improv! / Buffy Riley

TICKETS: FREE for our Northwoods Community!

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Timeless songs of all time. A dynamic duo with the tenderness of Ella Fitzgerald & Joe Pass and the rhythmic excitement of Tuck & Patti, Jennifer Grimm & Joe Cruz have joined forces to bring their passionate talents together on one stage.

Jennifer Grimm with her charisma, versatility, and pitch-perfect singing coupled with Joe Cruz and his genre-bending Latin-infused pyrotechnic guitar playing, Grimm & Cruz deliver an unforgettable performance every time they take the stage. 

Admission: $25 advance, $30 door, $5 student

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Carol Z and her bass-playing husband, Billy, bought a little cabin on a nearby Hayward area lake 13 years ago, and started performing as a duo at many local venues as well as Minnesota and Florida during the winter months.  

Carol sings from an expansive book of musical styles that features many of the women singer songwriters that she grew up listening to, who had a big influence in developing her own unique style. You'll also enjoy several original songs that come with fun and heartfelt stories of life and love.  

Come prepared to sing, laugh, and remember some of the best songs old and new!

Admission: $25 advance, $30 door, $5 student

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An evening of fun and fantastic 80’s Music

Celebrate the Ladies of the 80’s with some of the best music of all time! Including hits by Whitney Houston,Madonna, Cher, Tina Turner, Dolly Parton, Cyndi Lauper, and so many more. You will LOVE this musical tribute to these incredible women. Oh, and yes, get ready to sing along!

Erin Schwab: Vocals / Jay Fuchs: Piano, Vocals

Admission: $25 advance, $30 door, $5 student

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Mark your calendars folks for Joyann’s Northwoods Blues CD Release Party of her new album LIFE LINES, dropping March of 2026. This will be a show you won't want to miss!

Joyann Parker channels the warm grit and golden glow of 70s Americana, blending rock, soul, and funk into a collection of songs that feel instantly lived-in. Drawing inspiration from icons like Tom Petty, the Eagles, and Linda Ronstadt’s Stone Poneys era, Parker crafts a sound that’s both timeless and urgent—music built on real stories, hard truths, and the kind of heart that comes only from experience.

Life Lines cements Joyann Parker as one of Americana’s most captivating storytellers, offering a record that feels like a long drive with the windows down—honest, open, and unforgettable.

Admission: $30 advance, $35 door, $5 student

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Join Hannah Kennedy (violin), Alexandra Sophocleus (viola), Ruth Marshall (cello), and Casey Rafn (piano) for an evening of musical variety, joy, and collaboration. This program is a celebration of the possibilities of collaboration, featuring many combinations of instruments exploring through-lines in music through time. We look forward to sharing a joyful collection of some of our favorite pieces, including works by Mozart and more.

TICKETS: $25 advance, $30 door and $5 students (17 and under)

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Stone Lake Tumbling and Dance invites all to our 3rd annual end of the season showcase. Enjoy an evening of movement arts as our dedicated students perform various dances, as well as exciting tumbling routines. Our students have worked hard all year strengthening their skills, and are excited to show off all their hard work. From Pirouettes to back handsprings, they do it all!

TICKETS: $7 General Admission

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Blues legend Corky Siegel is dubbed a “National Treasure” by Downbeat Magazine, and known internationally as: “A master of piano and harmonica, a superior entertainer, singer and songwriter.”- Chicago Magazine

Randy Sabien is called “The past, present and future of jazz violin” by NPR’s Jazz

Together, their music is made up of mostly original songs and is a passion of fun and love. It comes out mostly as blues and jazz, with a little bluegrass, boogie, and wherever else the muse sends them.

TICKETS: $30 advance, $35 door and $5 students (17 and under)

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Pat Donohue and Friends is a musical presentation featuring Grammy Award winning acoustic finger style guitarist Pat Donohue. As the guitarist for the “Guys All-Star Shoe Band” of Minnesota Public Radio’s A Prairie Home Companion, Pat got to show off his savvy licks and distinctive original songs to millions of listeners each week for 25 years.

Accompanying Pat in this show are 3 “Friends” with impressive resumes. This combination of talent creates an interplay that is a unique sum of all of these musical “Friends”.

TICKETS: $25 advance, $30 door and $5 students (17 and under)

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Hayward’s annual Musky Festival Queen Coronation is BACK at The Park Center. Come support these young ladies as they compete for the crown. This is always a huge community event and a big moment in these young women's lives.

Come on in, encourage them on and see who will be crowned the 2026 Musky Festival queen!

Admission: FREE

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Get ready for another year of the cult horror film shot in Hayward in 1985. This film has it all -- laughs, chills and thrills. We'll be adding to the experience with our movie-themed costume contest, and special appearance by the producer of the film.

As you may know, this is as much a participation film event as any other. Come ready to have a fun evening unlike any other.

We’ll have our usual movie inspired costume contest.

The film is rated R.

TICKETS: $15

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“Minnesota’s acoustic music master” (Jon Bream, Star Tribune) and Emmy Award-winning acoustic tunesmith, Michael Monroe, presents an evening of his favorite songs by Canadian folk/pop singer-songwriter/guitarist and cherished troubadour, Gordon Lightfoot. 

Expect to hear the very best of Gordon Lightfoot including, “For Lovin’ Me,” “Beautiful,” “Early Morning Rain” as well as his top US Hot 100 hits: “If You Could Read My Mind,” “Sundown,” “Carefree Highway,” “Rainy Day People” and “The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald.”

Monroe is celebrating his 6th decade performing acoustic music. He plays hand-crafted Seaton guitars which are “works of art”, made of 200 year-old reclaimed wood from the bottom of Lake Superior.

TICKETS: $30 advance, $35 door and $5 students (17 and under)

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Michael Perry is a New York Times bestselling author, humorist, corporate speaker, volunteer firefighter/first responder, and amateur snowplow driver. A lifelong resident of the rural Midwest, his “reflective roughneck” takes on life in America have left hundreds of thousands of readers and live audiences laughing, nodding, and sometimes misty.

The author of over 25 books including Population 485 , Truck: A Love Story , Forty Acres Deep , and Peaceful Persistence. Perry’s latest title (scheduled for release in fall of 2025) is Improbable Mentors & Happy Tangents: How firefighters and poets, truckers and nurses, soldiers and singers, and other improbable individuals can show you the way in business and creativity.

TICKETS: $35 advance, $40 door and $5 students (17 and under)

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The Dylan Salfer Band is a dynamic six-piece blues band from Minneapolis, led by guitarist/vocalist Dylan Salfer. Dylan cut his teeth playing with legends like Buddy Guy, Bobby Whitlock, James Cotton, & Bernard Allison.

With a vision to assemble the city's top talent, he formed a band featuring sax, bass, keys, & not one, but two drummers! Known for their captivating and emotionally charged live performances, the band has quickly emerged as one of the most exciting new acts on the scene!

TICKETS: $30 advance, $35 door and $5 students (17 and under)

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Wayne Anthony Ultimate Sinatra features an all-star 8 Piece Ensemble under the Musical Direction of Composer & Arranger, Adi Yeshaya. Wayne Anthony delivers The Chairman of the Board’s most iconic hits from his Billboard-Chart topping Ultimate Sinatra Collection! Fly Me To The Moon, The Best Is Yet to Come, New York New York, Luck Be a Lady, Come Fly With Me & My Way will put you in a swingin’ state of mind!

We are beyond privileged to present this Tribute celebrating the Legacy of Sinatra's catalog through some of his most enduring songs.

TICKETS: $30 advance, $35 door and $5 students (17 and under)

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Andy and Des return to The Park Center! After an engaging 2025 set, Andy Beningo has established himself as one of the most in demand comedians working today. Hailed for his clean and "every man" style, Andy has performed for Fortune 500 companies, on cruise lines, and in some of the top comedy clubs in the country. Along the way, he has been named one of the 40 Best Up and Coming Comedians in the country, as well as "Best Comedian" by both the Detroit Metro Times and Detroit Hour magazine! 

Opening for Andy will be Des Mulroonery, a 25 year old comedian and actor who has performed at theaters and clubs all over America.

TICKETS: $25 advance, $30 door and $5 students (17 and under)

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Our Summer Artist Showcase features three new performers supported by our house band A WALK IN THE PARK, as we launch our third FREE show of local and regional performers.  

This is a FREE concert for all. Please come give these amazing artists a warm, Northwoods reception. You won't be disappointed!

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Maygen & The Birdwatcher weave a rich tapestry of Americana, blending folk and country with an eclectic twist. Lead singer-songwriters Maygen Lacey and Noah Neumann began as a duo and quickly realized their sonic vision needed more. At the heart of their sound is a collective of talented musicians. This group crafts a fresh take on bluegrass-infused folk. It’s a hyphenated hybrid that can come only from a seasoned—and tightly knit—band.

“Maygen & The Birdwatcher have it going on, offering alluring vocals, tight rhythms, and fulgent streams of marvelous Americana.” —Guitar Girl Magazine

“...So gorgeous. She’s got such a pure voice. So polished.” —89.3 TheCurrent

TICKETS: $30 advance, $35 door and $5 students (17 and under)

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Reverend Raven and the Chain Smoking Altar Boys featuring Westside Andy play traditional blues, straight up with a big dose of passion. With smoking grooves, served up with hot harmonica and smooth stinging guitar they play original songs peppered with nods to Slim Harpo, Little Walter, Jimmy Rogers, Billy Boy Arnold, Junior Wells and the three Kings. 

Wisconsin Music Industry (WAMI) award for best blues band in 1999, 2000, 2004, 2005, 2008, 2010, 2015, – PLUS the People’s Choice Award in 2006, 2008, 2010 

Voted the Best Blues Band In Milwaukee by The Shepherd Express Reader’s Poll in 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018 

TICKETS: $30 advance, $35 door and $5 students (17 and under)

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One world. One week. One festival.

Discover your inner film critic by casting your vote for Best Film and Best Actor in the 29th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival screening. You’ll join film lovers in over 500 venues across the globe gathering to see the Ten Finalist in this year’s event. With past finalists garnering Oscar nominations and short films continuing to move into the Hollywood mainstream, come see this entertaining program featuring the best short films in the world today! Ballots supplied upon entry.

Admission: $15 advance, $5 student

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Singer, songwriter, fiddle, mandolin, guitar player Molly Otis fronted the power country group known as Molly & the Heymakers. The band took the best from honky tonk, bluegrass, country-rock and other styles and blended them seamlessly into a foot stomping good time.

The combination of musicians and talents has gelled into a distinct sound with fresh takes on Classic Rock, Country, Bluegrass and Americana. Add a twist of Celtic music to the mix and you have an infectious beat with soaring fiddle and mandolin solos.

This show was a sell out in 2024 and we expect that this local favorite will sell out again, get your tickets in advance!

TICKETS: $30 advance, $35 door and $5 students (17 and under)

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The Wild & Scenic Film Festival is returning to The Park Center.

Hosted by the Wild Rivers Conservancy, this night of film aims to inspire outdoor recreation and a love for nature. This year's film selection will encourage festival-goers to find their place outdoors and learn more about what they can do to save our threatened planet. Grab a treat and settle in for a night of fun and exploration!

All attendees will be eligible to win giveaway prizes at intermission.

NOTE: Doors will open at 6:00 PM and films will start at 6:30PM.

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MiNUTE by MiNUTE is a stellar JazzRock Rhythm & Soul Review paying Tribute to Legendary Michael McDonald (The Doobie Brothers) Kenny Loggins, James Ingram (Quincy Jones), and the powerful voices that recorded iconic duets with them such as Patti Austin, Anita Baker, Christopher Cross, Patti LaBelle and so many more.

Here are just some of the songs you know and LOVE that will be featured as part of this amazing show: What A Fool Believes • Minute by Minute • Takin' It to The Streets • This is It • Heart to Heart • Ride Like the Wind • I Keep Forgettin' • Conviction of The Heart

Known as the Icons of LA Yacht Rock, so many Grammy Award-Winning hits emanated from this powerful fusion of R&B /Jazz & Motown culture. Listen to just one note and you’ll immediately recognize these Iconic voices and their songs that just can’t be heard all in one place again... until now.

TICKETS: $30 advance, $35 door and $5 students (17 and under)

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The Park Center is pleased to bring back the classic horror comedy musical to the Northwoods. Some 50 years after its 1975 debut, RHPS is the longest running theatrical release in history. 

If you are new to the Rocky Horror experience, then be prepared for a fun time. Singing along, dancing and other forms of participation are the hallmark of this cult film. 

TICKETS: $20 Tickets

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Soren Staff and Beau Janke - co-founders of folk/rock/Americana outfit Them Coulee Boys - met as camp counselors in northern Wisconsin in 2011. Their weekend workshopping of Avett Brothers and classic country tunes led to original songs and adding Soren’s brother Jens on mandolin. As the years grew, the band turned into a more rollicking outfit, adding Neil Krause on electric bass and Stas Hable on drums. The band’s name is a nod to the glacial melt-carved river valleys they call home, known by early French fur trappers as coulees.

TICKETS: $30 advance, $35 door and $5 students (17 and under)

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Joyann Parker's "Classic Ladies of Country" is a captivating musical journey that pays homage to the timeless and iconic female voices that have shaped the country music genre. With her powerful and versatile vocals, Parker masterfully channels the spirit and emotion of legendary artists such as Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, Tammy Wynette, and Dolly Parton, among others.

Tickets : $30 Advance, $35 Door, $5/students (17 and under)

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Join Hannah Kennedy (violin), Alexandra Sophocleus (viola), Ruth Marshall (cello), and Casey Rafn (piano) for an evening of musical variety, joy, and collaboration. This program is a celebration of the possibilities of collaboration, featuring many combinations of instruments exploring through-lines in music through time. We look forward to sharing a joyful collection of some of our favorite pieces, including works by Mozart and more.

TICKETS: $25 advance, $30 door and $5 students (17 and under)

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Our HOLIDAY Artist Showcase promises to be EXTRA SPECIAL. As always our showcase features our house band, A WALK IN THE PARK, led by Sonofmel. This is a FREE concert for our Northwoods community and will be ONE FOR THE BOOKS we promise. Please come give these artists a warm, Northwoods reception. You won't be disappointed!

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Join us for our 3rd Annual Christmas @ The Park’s Holiday Music Show. This will be a wonderful night of music featuring timeless classics along with a fun spin on old faves.

For over 2 decades, Judi Vinar has toured internationally with Bobby McFerrin as a member of his “Voicestra” and “Gimme5” groups. Peter Vircks is a top call player in the Twin Cities for decades.

Also joining Judi and Steve will be the WPK Trio featuring Phil Kadidlo on piano & keyboards, Mark Weisberg on bass, and the Park Center’s very own Michael Pilhofer on drums.

TICKETS: $25 advance, $30 door and $5 students (17 and under)

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Tim has worked in some of the best clubs and theaters from Los Angeles to New York City which is pretty astounding because he enjoys living in the woods of Northern Wisconsin, his home state. Tim has made TV appearances on Late Show with David Letterman, Comedy Central, and NBC’s Last Comic Standing. His Dry Bar Comedy special "Zoom Out" was released in 2022 and his third comedy album in 2024.

Tickets: $30 advance / $35 door

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