Big Sky’s Warren Miller Performing Arts Center offers Southwest Montana audiences plenty of opportunities to experience live stage entertainment this winter season.
Enjoy a celebration of talented women with Her Gift, Her Creation on Friday, December 6th. The evening of creativity, community and personal expression begins at 6pm.
Founder and director Klaudia Kosiak came up with the idea several years ago to organize, celebrate and empower the many talented women of Big Sky through artistic expression. Now, the event is one of the most anticipated of the year. With support from Kosiak’s friends Jill Bough and Liz McRae, the three recruited female artists of all ages to participate. “I want to promote women in Big Sky who are just living everyday life but want to do something special with their talents,” Kosiak said. “Many are hesitant at first, but this evening is so special and once they perform for the first time, they often want to do it again.”
Montana Ballet Company fronts a special performance of The Nutcracker on Sunday, Dec. 15th. The holiday spectacular begins at 5pm.
First performed in Russia in 1892, this legendary ballet has captivated audiences worldwide for generations. MBC’s production is one of the region’s largest artistic collaborations, bringing together talented dancers, local and national choreographers, guest artists, live musicians and expert designers. Audiences will be enchanted by the new choreography, theatrical elements and magic of this iconic ballet.
Late this month, a night of improv is set for Friday, Dec. 27th, with Broadway’s Next Hit Musical. The show begins at 7:30pm.
Where audience suggestions shape every moment. In this lively, laugh-filled event, spontaneous audience ideas inspire catchy songs and side-splitting comedy. After the audience’s favorite song wins, the cast performs a fully improvised musical featuring colorful characters, witty dialogue, plot twists and tunes you’ll hum all the way home.
And looking to the new year, Aparna Nancherla fronts a night of stand-up on Sunday, Jan. 5th. The laughs begin at 7:30pm.
Celebrated for her dry wit and unique blend of existential and absurd humor, the comedienne captivates audiences with her insightful take on life. Her comedy spans stand-up, television, film and podcasting, with roles on BoJack Horseman, Search Party, The Great North and The Standups. Her recent book, Unreliable Narrator, praised by Los Angeles Times as “achingly poignant,” showcases her distinctive comedic voice. Named one of “The 50 Funniest People Right Now” by Rolling Stone, Nancherla redefines modern comedy with sharp insight and a whimsical twist.
For further information or to purchase tickets for these performances and other upcoming events, visit www.warrenmillerpac.org. •
