Events

“The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus”
By: Pat Cook. Based on the book by L. Frank Baum.
Presented by the Brown Grand Players
November 22, 2024 at 7:00PM
November 23, 2024 at 7:00PM
November 24, 2024 at 2:00PM

Have you ever wondered just where Santa Claus came from? L. Frank Baum knew. The same man who created The Wonderful Wizard of Oz lets us in on his secret: the story of Saint Nicholas as told to him by Necile, the nymph who found Claus and raised him as her own in the world of Knooks, Faeries, Ryls and, yes, even the dreaded Awgwas. “Beware the Awgwas,” Necile warns Claus. “they hide under beds to frighten human children!” And so Claus decides he must leave the world of the Immortals and live among the humans, making toys to make children happy. He gets help from Jack Frost, who shows him the Frost Gale, allowing Claus and his sleigh to fly, and from two runaway Knooks, Lem and Barlo, who want to hear the children laugh. This delightful tale answers once and for all how Santa Claus made the first toy, why he climbs down chimneys and, most of all, how he learned to laugh that great “Ho, ho, ho.”

Tickets available at the door only: $10/Adults; $5/Children & Students

“White Christmas”
Friday, December 6, 2024 at 6:30PM
Winter Movie Series
Presented by the Brown Grand Opera House, Inc.

Grab a cozy sweater and prepare for some Christmas cheer! The second movie in the Brown Grand’s 2024-2025 Winter Movie Series.

Celebrity duo Bob (Bing Crosby) and Phil (Danny Kaye) team up with a sister act (Rosemary Clooney and Vera-Ellen Rohe) to save their old Army commander’s failing country inn. The quartet works together to put on a live show to honor the Major General and end up falling in love. “White Christmas” is rated PG. Click here to watch a trailer.

The Winter Movie Series is free and open to the public. However, we are encouraging donations to help support the Brown Grand. Concessions will also be available for purchase. The Winter Movie Series is generously sponsored by the Cloud County Chemical Dependency Committee. This is a family-friendly, chemical-free event.

Deck the Halls
Saturday, December 7, 2024 from 9:00AM-1:00PM
Presented by Cloud County Tourism Partners

It’s back! For the third year in a row, Cloud County Tourism Partners are banding together to bring you “Deck the Halls!” This is your chance to visit all of Concordia’s local attractions for FREE! We will have snacks, photo booths, activities for kids, drawing for Concordia Chamber Bucks, and more.

This year, the Brown Grand will be hosting Reindeer Games! We will send you on a scavenger hunt through the theatre, then you will have the chance to participate onstage in a couple of Reindeer Games. Collect the coins and treasurers as you go! At the end, you will have your photo taken with the original, life-sized Reindeer Games trophy! We can’t wait to see you!

Christmas Vespers
Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 6:00PM
Presented by the Concordia Ministerial Association and the Brown Grand Opera House, Inc.

The entire community is welcome to join us at the Brown Grand Opera House for the return of Christmas Vespers. This is a beloved holiday tradition in Concordia, and we hope you will join us to celebrate the Christmas season with music, scripture, and a brief sermon. Church musicians from across Cloud County will perform, as well as performing groups from Cloud County Community College, and USD 333.

Interested in singing in the Community Vespers Chorus? We are thrilled to bring back the Community Chorus as part of Christmas Vespers. The Community Chorus will be led by Renata Knox and will sing three familiar, traditional Christmas songs during the Vespers concert – with only one rehearsal the day of Vespers. If you are interested in learning more, and signing up to participate in the Chorus, please click on this link to register no later than November 15, 2024.

In lieu of tickets for Vespers, a love offering will be accepted to support both the CMA and the Brown Grand. Seating will be general admission and will be first-come, first served. You won’t want to miss it!

KAYKO
Friday, December 13, 2024 at 7:30PM
Presented by the Brown Grand Opera House, Inc.

KAYKO and special guests live at the Brown Grand Opera House, for ONE night only! KAYKO, Sam Kelly-Cohen, was the music director for LOVEWELL 2023 at the Brown Grand and is coming BACK to give a live concert on Friday, December 13, 2024 following his journey to the Top 10 on Season 22 of American Idol earlier this year.

KAYKO is an alternative pop artist with influences from pop punk, synth pop, and musical theatre. Eyed by Katy Perry for his star quality, he accidentally found his way into the Top 10 on Season 22 of American Idol where he wowed America with his original songs. A combination of interesting melodies, introspective lyrics, and an energizing stage presence creates “happy songs with sad words” that leaves listeners dancing and crying at the same time.

Special thanks to the Dane G. Hansen Foundation for helping to make this show possible!

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS TO SEE KAYKO LIVE!

Haunted Rooms America – Paranormal Tour
Saturday, December 14, 2024 from 8:00PM – 2:00AM

Dare to explore the haunted depths of the Brown Grand Theatre with Haunted Rooms America! Join us on a spine-tingling paranormal investigation as we unravel the mysteries of the theater’s eerie past. Secure your spot now!

Step into the mysterious world of the paranormal as Haunted Rooms America invites you to embark on a spine-tingling adventure at the historic Brown Grand Theatre in Concordia, Kansas. With over a century of history, this magnificent theater has witnessed countless breathtaking performances, yet it also hides a dark and chilling secret. Uncover the truth behind the hauntings and dare to face the spirits that still lurk within its hallowed halls.

Click here to learn more and to purchase tickets for Haunted Rooms America ($89/each).

Christmas Trio Concert
Sunday, December 22, 2024 at 3:00PM
Presented by the Brown Grand Opera House, Inc.

Join us for an afternoon of exciting trio music featuring John Paul Breault, Sarah Jeardoe, and Melissa Swenson.

For the second year in a row, this Trio will be bringing the joy of music to our community. The program this year will focus on the history of well known Christmas music. It will be a concert the entire family can enjoy together. You’ll also be able to sing-along on some Christmas favorites. Bring your neighbors, friends, and family!

In lieu of tickets, donations will be welcome at the door to support the future of the Brown Grand.

“Cool Runnings”
Friday, January 3, 2025 at 6:30PM
Winter Movie Series
Presented by the Brown Grand Opera House, Inc.

“Feel the rhythm! Feel the rhyme! Get on up, it’s bobsled time!” The 1993 film “Cool Runnings” is the third movie of the 2024-2025 Winter Movie Series.

Hoping to compete in the Winter Olympics, four Jamaican sprinters form the first Jamaican bobsled team. Enlisting the help of a disgraced bobsled champion, the team must overcome many obstacles to reach the Olympics. Will they overcome the cold and challenging race conditions? “Cool Runnings” is rated PG. Click here to watch a trailer. 

The Winter Movie Series is free and open to the public. However, we are encouraging donations to help support the Brown Grand. Concessions will also be available for purchase. The Winter Movie Series is generously sponsored by the Cloud County Chemical Dependency Committee. This is a family-friendly, chemical-free event. 

“Jumanji”
Friday, February 7, 2025 at 6:30PM
Winter Movie Series
Presented by the Brown Grand Opera House, Inc.

Join us if you dare! “Jumanji” is the final movie of the 2024-2025 Winter Movie Series.

Finding a mysterious jungle game while exploring an old attic, two siblings accidentally release a man (Robin Williams) from the game who had been trapped for over 20 years. Now they must survive the game to return life back to normal. “Jumanji” is rated PG. Click here to watch a trailer.

The Winter Movie Series is free and open to the public. However, we are encouraging donations to help support the Brown Grand. Concessions will also be available for purchase. The Winter Movie Series is generously sponsored by the Cloud County Chemical Dependency Committee. This is a family-friendly, chemical-free event.

Savanna Chestnut & the Field Hands
Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 7:00PM
Presented by the Brown Grand Opera House, Inc.

She’s coming back to the Brown Grand! A small town native hailing from the flint hills of Kansas, Savanna Chestnut’s voice is as clear and country as the prairie sky she grew up under and her songwriting reflects her heartfelt, no-frills character. 

Her love for performing started in her grandparent’s bar on karaoke night when she was a little girl and has since taken her all across the country. From dive bars, fairs, festivals and rodeos, to season 20 of The Voice on NBC where she was chosen by Blake Shelton, Savanna has won over audiences with her unique, yet nostalgic country style. 

Savanna has won multiple songwriting contests and has been nominated for Female Vocalist of the Year at the Rocky Mountain Country music awards 4 times. She has shared the stage with acts such as Gary Allan, Eli Young Band, Reckless Kelly, Granger Smith, Tanya Tucker, Jason Boland, Ned Ledoux and many others. She has 3 studio albums of original music available on all streaming platforms. 

Her goal is to connect with and comfort as many people as possible with her music. In her words,

“Country music has always been my shoulder to lean on, no matter what. I can always relate to it, and always rely on it. That’s how I want my songs to be for others. Just honest, genuine, country music.”

Tickets for Savanna Chestnut will range from $10-$20/ticket.

Click Here to Purchase Tickets for Savanna Chestnut!

“Casablanca”
Friday, March 7, 2025 at 6:30PM
Classic Movie Series
Presented by the Brown Grand Opera House, Inc.

Travel back to the Golden Age of Hollywood for a night with a beloved classic. Kicking off our first film in the Classic Movie Series is the 1942 movie “Casablanca.”

When an old flame comes back to ask a favor, Rick Blaine (Humphrey Bogart) must decide if he will risk helping her and her husband escape from the Nazis. “Casablanca” is rated PG. Click here to watch a trailer.

The Classic Movie Series is free and open to the public. However, we are encouraging donations to help support the Brown Grand. Concessions will also be available for purchase. 

Concordia’s Got Talent
Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 3:00PM – Live Auditions
Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 3:00PM and 5:00PM – Final Performances
Presented by the Brown Grand Opera House, Inc.

Concordia’s Got Talent is BACK! We want to see what our community has to offer. The Brown Grand is thrilled to hold auditions for anyone wanting to showcase their talents – whether dancing, acting, riding a unicycle, singing, playing an instrument, or other talent – we want to see it!

Auditions for this show will be March 1st starting at 3pm at the Brown Grand Theatre. Contestants must be available to perform in the final show on Saturday, March 8. Over $500 in cash prizes will be awarded to the winners of the final talent competitions.

Inspired by shows such as “America’s Got Talent,” the Brown Grand has decided to promote the talent of North Central Kansas and the surrounding area. There will be two divisions: Division I will showcase youth from 6 to 16 years of age, while Division II is for adults 17 and older. Individuals and groups will be considered for any type of appropriate talent for a family-oriented audience.

All auditions will be held on Saturday, March 1st at 3:00pm at the Brown Grand. Contestants must pre-register online before Wednesday, February 26th, no additional acts will be accepted after this deadline. Individuals and groups must check-in as they arrive. Doors will open at 2:30pm and the audition round is free and open to the public to watch. Those auditioning will have 4 minutes to set up their act and then 2.5 minutes to give a sample of their performance. Performance time for the finals will be a maximum of 5 minutes. Participants should audition with the act they intend to perform at the talent show, even if it cannot be completed in the 2.5-minute audition – which should showcase the best of their talents.

If contestants cannot attend the March 1st audition, they may submit a video. All absentee submissions should be emailed to the Brown Grand at director@browngrand.org. All electronic submissions must be received by February 26th. Cast lists for the final show for each division will be posted on the Brown Grand’s website (www.browngrand.org/events) following the audition day on March 1st. All rules, regulations and information are posted on the Brown Grand’s website. Contestants may be from any area.

Each group/contestant should fill out a registration form which is located below. Forms may also be picked up at the theatre. Those sending forms back before March 1st may enclose them as attachments to the above email address by the deadline of February 26th.

The theatre will provide the same general lighting for all acts, up to six microphones and a sound system which can play electronic files from a USB drive. A Brown Grand technician will run the equipment. A grand piano and monitor will also be available. All other equipment must be provided by contestants. Acts which contain fire or are dangerous to audience members will not be allowed.

Criteria for selecting the acts will be based on stage presence and professionalism, technical ability, appearance/costume, creativity, appropriateness for audience and overall performance/difficulty of the act. Three judges will select the acts for the final show.

Admission to watch the auditions on March 1st is free and open to the public. The final performance will be Saturday, March 8th – Division I will begin at 3pm and Division II will begin at 5pm. Admission to attend the final performances is $15 per person for one of the two Divisions or $25 per person for both Divisions. Tickets will be available at the door.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER YOUR ACT

Cares, Inc. – Service Dog Graduation
Friday, March 14, 2025 at 4:30PM

Come, help us celebrate the graduation of Care’s Service Dogs and their owners as they prepare to work together forever.

This event is free and open to the public.

“Doctor Zhivago”
Friday, April 4, 2025 at 6:30PM
Classic Movie Series
Presented by the Brown Grand Opera House, Inc.

The 1965 dramatic film “Doctor Zhivago” is the second movie of the 2025 Classic Movie Series.

Set against the backdrop of World War I and the October Revolution, Dr. Yuri Zhivago falls in love with a woman he cannot have. “Doctor Zhivago” is rated PG-13. Click here to watch a trailer.

The Classic Movie Series is free and open to the public. However, we are encouraging donations to help support the Brown Grand. Concessions will also be available for purchase. 

Haunted Rooms America – Paranormal Tour
Saturday, April 5, 2025 from 8:00PM – 2:00AM

Dare to explore the haunted depths of the Brown Grand Theatre with Haunted Rooms America! Join us on a spine-tingling paranormal investigation as we unravel the mysteries of the theater’s eerie past. Secure your spot now!

Step into the mysterious world of the paranormal as Haunted Rooms America invites you to embark on a spine-tingling adventure at the historic Brown Grand Theatre in Concordia, Kansas. With over a century of history, this magnificent theater has witnessed countless breathtaking performances, yet it also hides a dark and chilling secret. Uncover the truth behind the hauntings and dare to face the spirits that still lurk within its hallowed halls.

Click here to learn more and to purchase tickets for Haunted Rooms America ($89/each).

“Whatever Happened to Baby Jane?”
Friday, May 2, 2025 at 6:30PM
Classic Movie Series
Presented by the Brown Grand Opera House, Inc.

The final movie of the 2025 Classic Movie Series is the 1962 thriller film “Whatever Happened to Baby Jane?” 

Two aging siblings are stuck together in a mansion while wishing to relive their past days in the spotlight. One sister wishes to get even and the other sister wishes to return to fame. “Whatever Happened to Baby Jane?” is rated 13+. Click here to watch a trailer.

The Classic Movie Series is free and open to the public. However, we are encouraging donations to help support the Brown Grand. Concessions will also be available for purchase. 

The Salina Symphony Presents:
Mozart’s Requiem at the Brown Grand Theatre
Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.

The Salina Symphony will be joined by the Kansas Wesleyan University Philharmonic Choir in presenting Mozart’s majestic final work, the Requiem, a masterpiece of both solace and intensity reflective of the timeless themes of life, death and redemption. The program will open with a spiritual work by Florence Price, Adoration, featuring principal clarinetist Chris Johnson. 

Florence Price – Adoration
W.A. Mozart – Requiem

This program is proudly sponsored by: Radio Kansas

Tickets range from $20-$25 each. Kids 5 and under are free. Students 12 and under and seniors 65+ can receive a $5 discount – available at the box office only.

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS TO THE SALINA SYMPHONY AT THE BROWN GRAND OPERA HOUSE

John Caparulo’s Mad Cap Comedy
Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 7:30PM

Get ready for a rollercoaster of laughs with the one and only John Caparulo! Cap is bringing his trademark wit and charm to the stage as he navigates the absurdities of everyday life with hilarious precision. Hailing from Ohio, John carved his path in comedy with a unique blend of observational comedy and personal anecdotes. Rising to prominence with appearances on late-night shows (Chelsea Lately, The Tonight Show, Jimmy Kimmel, and much more) and specials on Comedy Central, Netflix, and Showtime, he’s earned a devoted widespread fanbase. Don’t miss out on this side-splitting performance from one of comedy’s finest talents!

Tickets:
Main Floor $25/each
1st Balcony $20/each

To purchase tickets to John Caparulo’s Mad Cop Comedy Show CLICK HERE

Haunted Rooms America – Paranormal Tour
Saturday, June 7, 2025 from 8:00PM – 2:00AM

Dare to explore the haunted depths of the Brown Grand Theatre with Haunted Rooms America! Join us on a spine-tingling paranormal investigation as we unravel the mysteries of the theater’s eerie past. Secure your spot now!

Step into the mysterious world of the paranormal as Haunted Rooms America invites you to embark on a spine-tingling adventure at the historic Brown Grand Theatre in Concordia, Kansas. With over a century of history, this magnificent theater has witnessed countless breathtaking performances, yet it also hides a dark and chilling secret. Uncover the truth behind the hauntings and dare to face the spirits that still lurk within its hallowed halls.

Click here to learn more and to purchase tickets for Haunted Rooms America ($89/each).

Cares, Inc. – Service Dog Graduation
Friday, June 20, 2025 at 4:30PM

Come, help us celebrate the graduation of Care’s Service Dogs and their owners as they prepare to work together forever.

This event is free and open to the public.

Cares, Inc. – Service Dog Graduation
Friday, August 8, 2025 at 4:30PM

Come, help us celebrate the graduation of Care’s Service Dogs and their owners as they prepare to work together forever.

This event is free and open to the public.

Haunted Rooms America – Paranormal Tour
Saturday, August 30, 2025 from 8:00PM – 2:00AM

Dare to explore the haunted depths of the Brown Grand Theatre with Haunted Rooms America! Join us on a spine-tingling paranormal investigation as we unravel the mysteries of the theater’s eerie past. Secure your spot now!

Step into the mysterious world of the paranormal as Haunted Rooms America invites you to embark on a spine-tingling adventure at the historic Brown Grand Theatre in Concordia, Kansas. With over a century of history, this magnificent theater has witnessed countless breathtaking performances, yet it also hides a dark and chilling secret. Uncover the truth behind the hauntings and dare to face the spirits that still lurk within its hallowed halls.

Click here to learn more and to purchase tickets for Haunted Rooms America ($89/each).

Haunted Rooms America – Paranormal Tour
Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 8:00PM – 2:00AM

Dare to explore the haunted depths of the Brown Grand Theatre with Haunted Rooms America! Join us on a spine-tingling paranormal investigation as we unravel the mysteries of the theater’s eerie past. Secure your spot now!

Step into the mysterious world of the paranormal as Haunted Rooms America invites you to embark on a spine-tingling adventure at the historic Brown Grand Theatre in Concordia, Kansas. With over a century of history, this magnificent theater has witnessed countless breathtaking performances, yet it also hides a dark and chilling secret. Uncover the truth behind the hauntings and dare to face the spirits that still lurk within its hallowed halls.

Click here to learn more and to purchase tickets for Haunted Rooms America ($89/each).

Cares, Inc. – Service Dog Graduation
Friday, October 24, 2025 at 4:30PM

Come, help us celebrate the graduation of Care’s Service Dogs and their owners as they prepare to work together forever.

This event is free and open to the public.