Door County's signature ambience of "culture in the country" results from its mix
of beautiful scenery and a lively arts scene. Painters, potters, sculptors,
craftsmen, weavers, and performers reflect and enhance the natural wonders of
the Door County peninsula.
No matter what your cultural taste, you'll find that Door County sets a fine
table with a rich and varied menu.
Sprinkled through the towns and along the back roads of Door County, scores of
galleries, studios, and museums offer the opportunity to browse through original
works of stunning diversity. Part of the charm is the chance to chat with
artists at work and watch the creative process unfold.
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AMERICAN FOLKLORE THEATRE
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PO Box 273
Fish Creek 54212
(920) 854-6117
Original Musical Comedies to Delight the Whole Family! Named “one of the top
regional theatres in the country” by Money Magazine, American Folklore Theatre
performs outdoors under a canopy of stars at the AFT Amphitheater in Peninsula
State Park from June 18 through August 30 and indoors for our fall season at
Historic Ephraim Village Hall from September 5 through October 25. This summer
season AFT presents Fishing for the Moon, Lumberjacks in Love and A
Cabin with a View. The fall season will feature Sometimes a Song: The
Music of Dan Fogelberg, and a short run of And if Elected. Shows are
family priced & suitable for all ages. For information and tickets call (920)
854-6117. Visit our website for show information or to shop or visit our
year-round office located in the Green Gables Shops Hwy. 42, North Ephraim. Web:
www.FolkloreTheatre.com
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BIRCH CREEK MUSIC PERFORMANCE CENTER
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3821 Cty Hwy E
Egg Harbor 54209
(920) 868-3763
Door County’s unique summer music school and
concert venue opens its 33rd year in 2008. By day, music professionals from
across the country teach promising young musicians ages 14-19. By night, from
late June through mid-August, these same professionals take the stage in Birch
Creek’s 500-seat concert barn, performing in series highlighting Symphony (June
26-June 28 and July 3-July 5), Percussion & Steel Band (July 10-July 12 and July
16-July 19), and Big Band Jazz (July 23-July 26, July 30-August 2, August
6-August 9, and August 13-August 16). Concerts begin at 8 p.m. with student
prelude performances at 7:30 p.m. in the campus’ gazebo. Picnic grove available.
Tickets: $27; reduced youth prices. Office hours: 9am-5pm in season with
extended hours on concert days; 9am-4pm in winter. For information, call (920)
868-3763, or visit the web at
www.birchcreek.org.
- Mr. G's Dinner Theatre
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5897 Hwy 57
Jacksonport 54235
(920)823-2100
A one-man fun-filled tribute performance
featuring the music of the Baby Boomer generation. A family-friendly musical
presentation celebrating the songs and times of those born between 1946 and
1964… The BABY BOOMERS! From August 26th through October 25th, 2008, Dan Riley
will be presenting the latest version of his one-man show "I'm a Boomer, Baby!"
at Mr. G's Dinner Theatre, located on Highway 57, just 2 mi. S. of Jacksonport,
WI, in Door County, Wisconsin Shows will be presented in a Dinner Show format on
Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday evenings. Call (920) 823-2100, or visit the web
at
www.imaboomerbaby.com.
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DOOR COMMUNITY AUDITORIUM *
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Hwy 42
Fish Creek 54212
(920) 868-2728
A 750-seat venue, Door County Auditorium features excellent acoustics and an
intimate setting for professional and community performances. Year round
programming includes the Fireside Coffeehouse Concert Series, Peninsula Music
Festival, St. Norbert Lecture Series, local and professional theatre, dance and
music. Box office open 10am-3pm Mon-Fri and 11am-3pm & 1-hr prior to performance
on show days. Visit our website for a current schedule of events at
www.dcauditorium.org or call (920) 868-2728.
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DOOR COUNTY OUTPOST
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4690 Rainbow Ridge Ct.
Egg Harbor 54209
(920) 868-4321
Relax & enjoy desert with a unique micro-brewed
beer or glass of wine, live music performances by national folk artists, dig
into a workshop or other upcoming events. Featuring National Artists, Original
Music, Concert style seating capacity for concerts approximately 65 people,
intimate listening. Reservations for concerts can be made in advance by calling
the Outpost (920) 868-4321. Web:
www.doorcountyoutpost.com
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DOOR SHAKESPEARE
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Performance at Bjorklunden
PO Box 351
Baileys Harbor, WI 54202
(920) 839-1500
July 10-August 24 nightly (except Tues.). An
exceptional memorable evening of theatre. Entertaining and fun for the family
and enthusiast, the shows feature gorgeous costumes and live music in a
one-of-a-kind outdoor setting - the beautiful Bjorklunden Garden. Baileys Harbor
off Hwy 57 just south of Cty E. Select indoor & matinee performances scheduled.
$23 (with student and child discounts). Queen’s Box seats just $30. Reservations
suggested.
Web:
www.doorshakespeare.com
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ISADOORA THEATRE COMPANY *
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PO Box 734
Fish Creek, WI 54212
(920) 493-3667
Isadoora produces top-quality, thought provoking theatrical works with its
3-show season running Oct.-May at various venues in Door County to delight the
community with theatre year-round. From musicals to drama, comedy to monologues,
popular Broadway hits to cutting edge, Isadoora, a semi-professional community
theatre mainstay, provides all types of theatre and artistic adventures. Shows
run Thurs-Sat at 7:30pm and Sun at 2pm for two weekends each (some exceptions).
For dates, tickets prices, locations, and more info visit
www.isadoora.com.
Email:
info@isadoora.com
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MIDSUMMER'S MUSIC FESTIVAL
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June, July & September Classical Concerts
PO Box 422
Ephraim, WI 54211-0422
(920) 854-7088
Started in 1991 as a festival of chamber ensemble
music over several weeks, Midsummer’s Music Festival has become an established
and respected member of the Door County arts community. June 2008 begins our
18th season of presenting world-class chamber music concerts and special
seasonal events in Door County. From June12-July10 and over Labor Day weekend,
Midsummer’s Music performs concert programs in churches, private homes, art
galleries, and retreat centers throughout the Peninsula. In addition to these,
our core concerts, we take great pleasure in presenting outreach and special
event concerts throughout the year. For information and our concert calendar
please visit
www.midsummersmusic.com or call our office at (920) 854-7088 which is open
year-round.
E-mail:
info@midsummersmusic.com.
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PENINSULA MUSIC FESTIVAL *
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3045 Cedar St
PO Box 340
Ephraim, WI 54211-0340
(920) 854-4060
Door County's premier performing arts organization celebrates its 56th season of
presenting nine symphonic concerts in three weeks each August. Professional
orchestral musicians come from all over the world to be part of this annual
Music Festival. For three weeks, concert- goers can immerse themselves in
classical music at the intimate state-of-the-art Door Community Auditorium in
Fish Creek - built as a home for the Peninsula Music Festival. Repertoire spans
the baroque, classical, romantic and modern repertoires with world class
soloists for each concert. Conductor Victor Yampolsky leads this dynamic
orchestra in concerts that will impress the seasoned symphony attender and charm
the novice. Concerts every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday at 8:00 p.m. Tickets
start at just $27.00. 2008 season highlights include a semi-staged version of
Mozart's Cosi fan tutti; Brahms symphonies 1, 2, 3 & 4 and cellist Lynn Harrell.
300 miles of shoreline, intimate bed & breakfasts, quaint shops and a world
class symphony orchestra! Accessible, casual, affordable world class symphonic
music on the beautiful Door Peninsula. Just one more reason why Door County
should be part of your vacation destination plans!
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Web:
www.musicfestival.com.
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PENINSULA PLAYERS THEATRE
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W4351 Peninsula Players Rd.
Fish Creek, WI 54212
(920) 868-3287
Since 1935, the Theatre-in-a-Garden has offered
visitors professional artistic excellence combined with incredible scenic
beauty. Visit our beer garden and enjoy a cocktail. Stroll a fragrant
cedar-lined shore. Explore colorful gardens and watch a spectacular sunset over
the waters of Green Bay before seeing a comedy, musical or drama by the Players’
nationally acclaimed acting company. In 2006 a new stagehouse and open-sided,
all-weather pavilion made its debut with 621 cushioned theater seats and radiant
in-floor heat to take the chill off cool fall nights. Join the thousands who’ve
made the Players a part of their Door County experience. Performances held from
June 17 to October 19, 2008. For plays and times, call (920) 868-3287.
Web:
www.peninsulaplayers.com
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THIRD AVENUE PLAYHOUSE *
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239 N. Third Ave.
PO Box 843
Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235-0843
(920) 743-1760
Offering quality, year-round local and professional performances in Sturgeon
Bay’s historic downtown. Located in the former Donna movie house, we also offer
classes, workshops, music and more! Please call our box office to check our
current schedule. Open year-round. (920) 743-1760. Web:
www.ThirdAvenuePlayhouse.com.
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Trueblood Performing Arts Center *
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870 Main Rd.
P.O. Box 136
Washington Island, Wi. 54246
920-847-3355
The TPAC, a nonprofit facility, exists thanks to a generous bequest of money
from the Ruth and Wilson Trueblood estate and the donation of five acres of land
by Arni and Mary Richter. The TPAC enhances a campus forming the culltural and
educational heart of the Island, including the community center and library, the
recreation center, the medical clinic and the school. There is always something
exciting happening at the TPAC. We offer concerts from classical to country;
performances from plays to documentaries; presentations that educate as well as
entertain. This 260 seat venue offers fun for the entire family. Please call
920-847-3355 or 920-847-2062 or visit our Website
www.truebloodpac.com or e-mail
sclancy@itol.com for more information