November 8, 2023
The O’Shaughnessy has an exciting rest of the 2023-24 season – our spring is packed with world-class artistic experiences that focus on women’s voices and themes of social justice. Give the gift of tickets to The O’Shaughnessy this holiday season and take advantage of 20% off single tickets with promo code 20OFFHOLIDAY. The holiday sale runs from November 17 – December 10. Performances eligible for the discount are listed below.
Second City: She the People
Saturday, February 3 at 7:30 p.m.
Nevertheless persisting–one more time! After rave reviews and extended engagements in Chicago, Toronto, and Washington, D.C. the award-winning production is coming directly to you! Created and performed by the fearlessly funny women of The Second City, this high-octane show satirizes the complexities of identifying as female in this wild world while roasting the patriarchy with scorching sketch comedy, hilarious original songs, and whip-smart improv. Don’t miss your last chance to witness the show that the Chicago Tribune calls “empowering entertainment” and the Chicago Sun-Times calls “One of the funniest revues Second City has produced in the past 20 Years”.
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Richard Leider: The Power of Purpose
Tuesday, February 6 at 6:00 p.m.
What is a purposeful life? It’s a fulfilling life with a clear answer to the question: “Why do you get up in the morning?” Purpose is not just for a special few, but something each one of us is born with and can unlock at any age. Fundamental to happiness, health, and longevity, naming your purpose can give you the will to not just live, but to live long and well. Join us for this exciting purpose-filled journey with Richard Leider.
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Kevin Kling and Friends: The Love Show - Sweethearts of the Rodeo
Wednesday, February 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Country western artists have given us some of the most tender love ballads, heartbreaking anthems and rafter-kicking, floor-stomping, two-stepping hits in American music. And that doesn’t even include the horse, dog or pick-up. This year, The Love Show is devoted to lonesome pines, denim and gingham, and the rough and rowdy love stories that sprouted from these parched plains. A visit to the softer side of hard times, hard people and hard drinkin’. Come join us. Adventure waits behind every bend.
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MOIPEI
Saturday, February 17 at 7:30 p.m.
Mary, Maggy and Marta Moipei are identical triplets from Kenya. They present a program that is as unique as their talents. They interpret some well-known selections from the American Songbook and dazzle with their illuminating take on Broadway. Throw in a dash of Duke Ellington and Benny Goodman to swing, a Spiritual or two and some well known pop songs. They create their own vocal arrangements. Moipei recently performed at the Kennedy Center and have been recognized by the President of Kenya for their contribution to the music industry and the nation of Kenya.
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Letters Aloud: Thanks, But No Thanks, The Greatest Rejection Letters Ever
Saturday, February 24 at 7:30 p.m.
The road to success is paved with rejection and, boy oh boy, have we got the letters to prove it. Among the dozens of gems in this program; Andy Warhol is asked to pick up his painting at the front desk before it is hauled away and a young Sidney Poitier tries to borrow $100 from President Franklin Roosevelt (he said no).
This performance will feature Angela Davis, Host of MPR News with Angela Davis.
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Sarah Hagen: "Perk up, Pianist!"
Friday, March 1 at 7:30 p.m.
Often referred to as the next Victor Borge, Sarah Hagen has transformed her award-winning role as “concert pianist” into a stand-up, or rather, sit-down comedy. Pairing anecdotes from the road with some of her favorite pieces by Chopin, Debussy, and Liszt, Sarah takes audiences deep inside the world of a classical musician as she shares her earnest efforts to keep her spirits up in the midst of troublesome times. Part storytelling and part recital, “Perk up pianist!” has been described as “one of the best hours I’ve ever spent at the Fringe” [The Coast (Halifax)].
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TAKE3: Where Rock Meets Bach
Saturday, April 6 at 7:30 p.m.
Pack your bags, we’re going to take you on a musical journey like no other with TAKE3: Where ROCK meets BACH. This unique trio of violin, cello, and piano brings together the power and energy of rock music with the sophistication and beauty of classical Bach. Experience a fusion of styles that will leave you breathless and wanting more. With their virtuosic performances and electrifying stage presence, TAKE3 is a must-see show that will thrill audiences of all ages.
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The Aunties
Saturday, April 20 at 7:30 p.m.
The Aunties is a contemporary storytelling series featuring Native American matriarchs, women in Tribal communities who are leaders, culture bearers and who foster the development of young people and community. Follow the journey of three Indigenous matriarchs of our region, Featuring Justice Anne K. McKeig (Indigenous Name: Awaniikwe, meaning “Mist Woman”, White Earth Nation), Lyz Jaakola, (Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Ojibwe), Sandy White Hawk (Sicangu Lakota), who will share their wisdom, humor, challenges and reasons for celebration. Join us for an evening of stories that talk about what it means to be Indigenous today.
Storytelling in Native communities is important to maintain connection to the past and also understand the present as a living artform. We pay tribute to our Aunties for all they do for our communities and as the custodians of stories. This evening is an installment in a documentary series, one of many, meant to preserve our Aunties words for future generations as a lasting cultural resource.
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