GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) – It was an exciting day at UWGB’s Weidner Center Wednesday as they unveiled their 2016-17 performance line-up.
Executive Director Kate Green says although all the shows are amazing, she does have a couple of favorites.
“Both “Black Violin” and “The HillBenders” with their bluegrass opry of Tommy; those are probably my 2 secret favorites because they are just so unique and I know they are wonderful.”
Green says people come from all over to enjoy their shows.
“We have quite a strong draw from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan coming down to Green Bay, eating at restaurants, obviously filling up their gas tanks, staying in hotels. So, every little bit we program here at the venue absolutely benefits the community as a whole.”
When booking shows for the upcoming season, Green says staying connected with your colleagues is a must.
“Sometimes just discovering it, finding what’s available and it’s key to talk to your colleagues around the country, who say ‘hey we’ve got this up and coming group in our area that you really need to check out.’ Word of mouth is huge with some of these.”
Shows to look forward to starting in October include “An Evening with Garrison Keillor,” The Oak Ridge Boys Hits & Christmas, and “Annie.”
Find the full list of performances at www.weidnercenter.com.
