DEC 2 Private Rental Thursday, December 2, 2021 6:30 PM 8:00 PM GLOHAI (map) DEC 5 Opera House Nov./Dec. 2021 Meeting Sunday, December 5, 2021 2:00 PM 3:00 PM GLOHAI (map) Combined board meeting for November and December DEC 5 GLOHAI Annual Meeting Sunday, December 5, 2021 3:00 PM 3:45 PM GLOHAI (map) The Greater Litchfield Opera House Association, Inc. will conduct its annual meeting followed by entertainment and a meal. Check back for more details . . . DEC 10 Private Rental Friday, December 10, 2021 8:00 AM 8:00 PM GLOHAI (map) DEC 11 LDC Gala --- Private Event Open to the Public Saturday, December 11, 2021 8:00 AM 10:00 PM GLOHAI (map) DEC 17 Rental Event Open to the Public --- David K. as Roy Orbison Friday, December 17, 2021 4:00 PM 10:00 PM GLOHAI (map) DEC 18 Private Event Saturday, December 18, 2021 9:00 AM 4:00 PM GLOHAI (map) DEC 21 DATE CHANGE: GLOHA/Opera House Board Meeting --- Now combined with November meeting to be held on December 5 at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 21, 2021 6:30 PM 9:00 PM GLOHAI (map) FEB 12 Private Rental --- LDC Saturday, February 12, 2022 8:00 AM 5:00 PM GLOHAI (map) FEB 25 TO FEB 26 Private Rental Fri, Feb 25, 2022 8:00 AM Sat, Feb 26, 2022 10:00 PM GLOHAI (map) MAR 5 Everett Smithson Band Saturday, March 5, 2022 7:00 PM 9:00 PM GLOHAI (map) Details to follow MAR 26 Private Event Open to the Public --- Mitchell Hall and the Tennessee Trio Saturday, March 26, 2022 5:00 PM 10:00 PM GLOHAI (map) APR 22 TO APR 24 Private Rental Fri, Apr 22, 2022 8:00 AM Sun, Apr 24, 2022 10:00 PM GLOHAI (map) MAY 28 TO MAY 29 Private Rental Sat, May 28, 2022 8:00 AM Sun, May 29, 2022 10:00 PM GLOHAI (map) JUN 3 TO JUN 5 Private Rental Fri, Jun 3, 2022 8:00 AM Sun, Jun 5, 2022 10:00 PM GLOHAI (map) NOV 21 GLOHA's Youth Theater: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Sunday, November 21, 2021 2:00 PM 4:00 PM GLOHAI (map) GLOHA’s Youth Theater, directed by Val Chellin, is back with a delightful interpretation of the classic, “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.” One lucky child will receive a “Golden Ticket” worth $10 at each performance. Ticket prices at the door: $8.00 for adults and $5.00 for students This event is co-sponsored by Litchfield Area Community Foundation, Doosan Bobcat, and Litchfield VFW. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is dramatized by Richard George. It is presented by special arrangement with the Dramatic Publishing Company, Woodstock, Illinois. c2004 The Dramatic Publishing Company. Reprinted by Special permission. NOV 20 GLOHA's Youth Theater: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Saturday, November 20, 2021 7:00 PM 9:00 PM GLOHAI (map) GLOHA’s Youth Theater, directed by Val Chellin, is back with a delightful interpretation of the classic, “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.” One lucky child will receive a “Golden Ticket” worth $10 at each performance. Ticket prices at the door: $8.00 for adults and $5.00 for students This event is co-sponsored by Litchfield Area Community Foundation, Doosan Bobcat, and Litchfield VFW. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is dramatized by Richard George. It is presented by special arrangement with the Dramatic Publishing Company, Woodstock, Illinois. c2004 The Dramatic Publishing Company. Reprinted by Special permission. NOV 19 GLOHA's Youth Theater: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Friday, November 19, 2021 7:00 PM 9:00 PM GLOHAI (map) GLOHA’s Youth Theater, directed by Val Chellin, is back with a delightful interpretation of the classic, “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.” One lucky child will receive a “Golden Ticket” worth $10 at each performance. Ticket prices at the door: $8.00 for adults and $5.00 for students This event is co-sponsored by Litchfield Area Community Foundation, Doosan Bobcat, and Litchfield VFW. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is dramatized by Richard George. It is presented by special arrangement with the Dramatic Publishing Company, Woodstock, Illinois. c2004 The Dramatic Publishing Company. Reprinted by Special permission. NOV 18 GLOHA's Youth Theater: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory --- Press/Family Night (not open to the general public) Thursday, November 18, 2021 7:00 PM 9:00 PM GLOHAI (map) GLOHA’s Youth Theater, directed by Val Chellin, is back with a delightful interpretation of the classic, “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.” A special “Golden Ticket” promotion is being planned with a winner of a fun and tasty prize to be announced at intermission of each show. Ticket prices at the door: $8.00 for adults and $5.00 for students This event is co-sponsored by Litchfield Area Community Foundation, Doosan Bobcat, and Litchfield VFW. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is dramatized by Richard George. It is presented by special arrangement with the Dramatic Publishing Company, Woodstock, Illinois. c2004 The Dramatic Publishing Company. Reprinted by Special permission. NOV 16 POSTPONED: GLOHA/Opera House Board Meeting. Now combined with December meeting to be held on December 5, 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 16, 2021 6:30 PM 9:00 PM GLOHAI (map) NOV 13 TO NOV 14 Private Event Sat, Nov 13, 2021 8:00 PM Sun, Nov 14, 2021 11:00 AM GLOHAI (map) NOV 13 Annual Opera House Fall Craft Fair Saturday, November 13, 2021 9:00 AM 2:00 PM GLOHAI (map) Here’s your opportunity to do some early Christmas shopping for unique, individually crafted items as the Opera House becomes a fascinating indoor marketplace. Delicious baked items, including the famous Opera House bread, are also for sale. Tables are available for vendors who want to be a part of this enjoyable fall tradition. Vendors may call 320-535-0829 or email: litchopera@yahoo.com Set up will be available the evening before. Tables are $5.00 each (we provide the table) and a maximum of 2 per business. OCT 24 TO NOV 17 Rehearsals for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Sun, Oct 24, 2021 7:00 PM Wed, Nov 17, 2021 9:00 PM GLOHAI (map) OCT 23 Terry Shaw Show Saturday, October 23, 2021 7:00 PM 9:00 PM GLOHAI (map) Litchfield musician and storyteller, Terry Shaw, will return to the venue where he made his public debut, the historic Litchfield Opera House. Terry will entertain you with his crowd-pleasing blend of stories and songs. Admission: $8.00 OCT 20 TO NOV 3 Opera House Basement reserved for children's play rehearsals Wed, Oct 20, 2021 4:00 PM Wed, Nov 3, 2021 7:00 PM GLOHAI (map) OCT 19 GLOHA/Opera House Board Meeting Tuesday, October 19, 2021 6:30 PM 9:00 PM GLOHAI (map) OCT 15 TO OCT 17 Private Rental Fri, Oct 15, 2021 8:00 AM Sun, Oct 17, 2021 11:59 PM GLOHAI (map) OCT 14 Kingery Family Singers Fundraiser for Meeker County Food Shelf Thursday, October 14, 2021 7:00 PM 8:00 PM GLOHAI (map) The talented Kingery family will perform gospel and bluegrass music in a benefit performance for the Meeker County Food Shelf. There is no admission, but free will monetary donations to the food shelf are encouraged. This event is co-sponsored by Paul White. Supplemental funds have been applied for through a thrivent action team. OCT 9 Abby Johnson, operatic singer Saturday, October 9, 2021 7:00 PM 8:30 PM GLOHAI (map) Abigail has been singing Opera since she was a sophomore in high school. As part of Minnesota Opera's Vocal Artist Program, Abby was taught by professional opera singers. Join us for a night of classical music as Abigail Johnson sings some of her favorite operatic arias. Admission: $7.00 OCT 8 Private Rental Friday, October 8, 2021 8:00 AM 10:00 PM GLOHAI (map) OCT 7 Private Rental Thursday, October 7, 2021 6:30 PM 8:00 PM GLOHAI (map) OCT 2 Swinging Country Band and Dance Saturday, October 2, 2021 7:00 PM 9:00 PM GLOHAI (map) Back by popular demand, this talented band of seasoned musicians is always a hit! Phyllis Hummel sings with the band which also includes Bill Jordan on guitar, Jeff Zappa on bass and Steve Canavan on drums. Bring your dancing shoes to this one! Just listeners are also welcome. Admission: $15.00 SEP 25 Private Rental Saturday, September 25, 2021 4:00 PM 10:00 PM GLOHAI (map) SEP 21 GLOHA/Opera House Board Meeting Tuesday, September 21, 2021 6:30 PM 9:00 PM GLOHAI (map) SEP 18 TO SEP 19 Private Rental Sat, Sep 18, 2021 8:00 AM Sun, Sep 19, 2021 1:59 AM GLOHAI (map) SEP 11 Annual GLOHA Soup and Chili Feed Featuring Group Decision Saturday, September 11, 2021 5:00 PM 9:00 PM GLOHAI (map) Mark your calendars now to attend the annual Litchfield Opera House Soup and Chili Feed! This year's event features Group Decision. They play music from the 1940's through today, including big band, swing, rock, blues, and Latin. Some vocals. The menu includes a delicious variety of soups and chiles, cornbread, dessert, beverage. Unlimited bowl! Vegetarian options. Vote for your favorite chili! Tickets at the door: $8.00 food only, serving from 5:00-6:30 p.m. $15.00 band only, playing from 7:00-9:00 p.m. $22.00 food and band SEP 4 TO SEP 5 Private Rental Sat, Sep 4, 2021 6:00 PM Sun, Sep 5, 2021 11:59 PM GLOHAI (map) SEP 2 Private Rental Thursday, September 2, 2021 6:30 AM 8:00 AM GLOHAI (map) AUG 28 TO AUG 29 Dean and Karen Urdahl 50th Anniversary Celebration and Endowment Fund Kick-off Sat, Aug 28, 2021 1:00 PM Sun, Aug 29, 2021 4:00 PM Come and help Dean and Karen Urdahl celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary and kick start the Opera House Endowment Fund at the same time. Dean and Karen, their three sons, and their families are hosting this event, which is open to the public. The Urdahl family is requesting, in lieu of gifts, donations be made to GLOHA to help establish the endowment fund. This fund will prepare now for future maintenance/repair/replacement needs. AUG 26 Sara Dollerschell and Daughters at Thriving Thursdays in the Park Thursday, August 26, 2021 4:00 PM 5:30 PM GLOHAI (map) Rescheduled from an event postponed on July 29: Join Sara Dollerschell and her daughters, Erin and Anna, in Litchfield's Central Park for an evening of interactive songs for children. Sara and her daughters have been singing together for many years and have performed at the Holiday Showcase, the Forest City Stockade, and various churches. They are an active part of the worship team at Litchfield Christian Church. The Litchfield Opera House will be serving root beer and orange floats at the event. $2.00 for a large float, $1.00 for a small float, $.50 for a cup of ice cream, $.50 for a cup of root beer. Money received will go to support programs at the Opera House. Hot dogs will be served at the event, as well, by the Litchfield Downtown Council. At 5:30 p.m., First District's 100th anniversary cows will be auctioned. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy food, floats, an evening of song for the young and young at heart, and maybe buy a cow to bring home! The rain location will be at the Litchfield Opera House. If necessary, KLFD radio (AM 1410) will air the location change at 4:00 p.m. that day. “Thriving Thursdays” Music in Central Park is sponsored by the Litchfield Downtown Council. As part of Thriving Thursdays, downtown pop up shops will be open later. It’s time to enjoy downtown Litchfield! AUG 17 GLOHA/Opera House Board Meeting Tuesday, August 17, 2021 6:30 PM 9:00 PM GLOHAI (map) AUG 14 Private Event Open to the Public Saturday, August 14, 2021 6:00 PM 8:00 PM GLOHAI (map) Fungus Amongus production of the “The Taming of the Shrew.” See Fungus Amongus on Facebook for details. AUG 10 Private Rental Tuesday, August 10, 2021 10:00 AM 1:30 PM GLOHAI (map) AUG 7 TO AUG 8 Private Rental Sat, Aug 7, 2021 8:00 AM Sun, Aug 8, 2021 1:59 AM AUG 6 Ladies of the Grand Army of the Republic National Convention --- Private Rental Friday, August 6, 2021 4:00 PM 9:00 PM HOME ABOUT US DONATE RENTAL CONTACT US Subscribe Sign up with your email address to receive news and updates. SIGN UP This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Southwest Minnesota Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. ©2016 THE GREATER LITCHFIELD OPERA HOUSE ASSOCIATION