Every year Lena listens to her friends at the Curler and Chat talk about their vacations; but year after year, she is disappointed. Ole’s idea of a vacation is going to the Muskrat Lodge’s Annual Convention, usually a camping event held in Potsdam at a park only two miles from their farm! This year, Lena has decided that she and Ole are going on a romantic vacation, even if it kills him.
The story of early Chippewa Falls is told in word, song, and projected visuals at the historic Heyde Center for the Arts by balladeer Jerry Way.
Whether it was Woody Guthrie in the 30s, Bob Dylan in the 60s, or songwriters of today, the message of peace, unity, and social justice that is woven into much of folk music still needs to be passed on.
Jonathan Lyons captures the true sound, feel, and embodiment of Johnny Cash and Elvis Presley in concert. Gospel music was an important part of the lives and music of both Johnny Cash and Elvis.
Who would have guessed that a performance at an arts center near downtown Chippewa Falls would end in murder!!! Could it be one of the attention-seeking actors? the flamboyant director? The crazy costume mistress? The nearly deaf musical director, OR a suspicious audience member?