The University of Wisconsin-Superior Music Department hosts a free virtual winter concert showcasing the Symphonic Band and Percussion Ensemble, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8. Featuring driving rhythms and lush harmonies, the concert will include works by Frank Ticheli, a new work by Ian Deterling, UWS university services associate II, as well as the world premiere of a new work by UWS alumni Matthew Niemi depicting the sounds of winter. To receive a video link to the free performance, register at cvent.me/0ln0W1 . For questions or additional information, call (715) 394-8115 or email music@uwsuper.edu . Event link: uwsuper.edu/calendar/symphonic-band-and-percussion-ensemble-concert .
- County Seat Theater presents "A Christmas Carol: A Live Radio Play," on-demand Dec. 9-13 as well as Dec. 23-25. Cost: $9.99 per person or $14.99 per household. Call 218-878-0071 or go to countyseattheater.com .
The University of Wisconsin-Superior Music Department also hosts a free virtual concert showcasing the Jazz Band and Jazz Combo, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10. This concert, which includes portions recorded between October and November, will feature the music of Charles Mingus, Fred Sturm, Charlie Parker, Kenny Burrell and Roy Hargrove. To receive a video link to the free virtual performance, register at cvent.me/0ln0W1 . For questions or additional information, call (715) 394-8115 or email music@uwsuper.edu . Event link: uwsuper.edu/calendar/jazz-band-concert .
- The University of Minnesota Duluth presents DanceWorks2020 on Dec. 17, 18, 19 and 20. Free open streaming on Dec. 17-Dec. 20. Join performers online to celebrate movement, creativity and resilience. Faculty and student choreographers will premiere original camera dances filmed in a range of styles and locations. More information available soon at z.umn.edu/danceworks2020 .
- The Duluth Playhouse will be streaming “Songs of the Season,” featuring local singers, including Carolyn LePine, Gabriel Mayfield, Shad Olsen and Christina Stroup. Premieres Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. Stream it on YouTube through Jan. 3. Donations accepted. Also from the Duluth Playhouse, child actors will tell a holiday story, “My Christmas Wish For You,” premiering Dec. 17 at 7 p.m. The performance will be streaming on YouTube through Jan. 3. Donations accepted.
Things to Do: Theater by radio, holiday virtual concerts and more
Upcoming year-end concerts and performances from the comfort of your own home.
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