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SUMMARY:18th Annual Montana Beer and Wine Festival at UM Adams Center - music by DJ Briggs
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy fine adult beverages and food from over 35 vendors at the “Social Event of the Year”\, the 18th Annual Montana Wine and Beer Festival with entertainment by DJ Briggs 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Friday\, November 21 at UM Adams Center as a student-athlete scholarship fundraiser for the Grizzly Scholarship Association\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Grizzly Scholarship Association is back again with the “Social Event of the Year” in 2025. \n\n\n\nSummit Beverage and the GSA are teaming up to support student-athlete scholarships at the 18th annual Montana Wine & Beer Festival. \n\n\n\nThis year’s event will be held the night before the annual Griz/Cat football game on Friday\, November 21\, inside the Adams Center on the University of Montana campus. \n\n\n\nAlways a highlight on Missoula’s social calendar\, the festival includes fine wine and beer tasting along with food from over 35 vendors plus music and entertainment from DJ Briggs\, the in-house DJ at Washington-Grizzy Stadium. \n\n\n\nA silent auction with exclusive Griz memorabilia and a variety of wine & beer items will be a part of the evening’s festivities. All proceeds from this event benefit the GSA and its mission of providing scholarships to student-athletes. \n\n\n\nTickets are on sale now and cost $80 per person. This year\, the GSA is looking to set a new attendance record for the event with 800 guests\, so be sure to buy your tickets early. Attendees must be at least 21 years of age. \n\n\n\nTickets are on sale now at GrizTix.com and the Adams Center Ticket Office. For more information on the event visit the GSA’s website at UpWithMontana.com. \n\n\n\n\n\nTickets via GrizTix LINK
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/18th-annual-montana-beer-and-wine-festival-at-um-adams-center-music-by-dj-briggs/
LOCATION:University of Montana Adams Center\, 32 Campus Drive\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59812\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brewfest,Brewfests,DJs,Festivals,Fundraisers,Music,Wine,Wine Festival
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SUMMARY:The Last Revel with The Lowest Pair at The Wilma
DESCRIPTION:Logjam Presents welcomes The Last Revel for a live performance with The Lowest Pair at The Wilma at 8:00 pm Friday\, November 21\n\n\n\n\n\nDoors @ 7:00 pm \n\n\n\nLogjam Presents welcomes The Last Revel for a live performance with The Lowest Pair at The Wilma at 8:00 pm Friday\, November 21. \n\n\n\nTickets on sale at Logjam Presents Box Offices and online while supplies last. All tickets are general admission standing room only. All ages are welcome. \n\n\n\nTake a look at these tips to best prepare yourself for a smooth ticket buying experience. \n\n\n\nAdditional ticketing and venue information can be found here. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Last RevelMuch like their sorrowful\, purposeful melodies\, the members of The Last Revel contain this thick thread of self\, and of place\, when it comes to the underlying trait in the sounds and scope of their intent\, onstage and in the studio — survival mode. \n\n\n\n“Honestly\, I don’t know if we would’ve been able to do this career for as long as we have without persistence\,” says guitarist Lee Henke. “By living in a challenging place\, it’s definitely conditioned us to have a high tolerance for discomfort\, a certain toughness to push ahead.” \n\n\n\nThat sentiment of tenacity and passion lies at the heart of The Last Revel’s latest album\, Gone for Good. Produced by Trampled by Turtles lead singer Dave Simonett\, the record is a multilayered ode to the life of an artist\, life on the road\, and what it means to be a human being in uncertain times. \n\n\n\n“This is a step in our careers that feels like there’s no going back\,” says banjoist Ryan Acker. “There’s a level of commitment now that\, just a couple of years ago\, we didn’t fathom we could take on. The boat is off the shore and you can’t see land anymore — we’re in it now.” \n\n\n\nBased in Minneapolis\, Minnesota\, the Americana/indie-folk outfit harkens to the trials\, tribulations\, and triumphs of what it means to pursue your dreams in real time. The foundation of which is conjured by a deep appreciation and genuine respect for the vast landscape and sometimes-harsh realities of what it means to emerge from the Midwest. \n\n\n\n“We grew up in the Midwest and we’ve all kind of stayed in this region of the country\,” Henke notes. “This place has imprinted itself on who we are\, and that challenge of life here is part of who we are now.” Alongside Henke and Acker is fiddler Vinnie Donatelle. When the ensemble finds themselves behind the microphone\, it’s the culmination of their vocal talents that truly showcases the mission of The Last Revel — harmony. \n\n\n\n“There’s no better feeling [when we’re singing together]\,” Acker says. “And it makes you understand something primal\, these melodies and these harmonies. It’s internal and it’s really powerful to sing your heart out with the people you love and your best friends.” \n\n\n\nThe seeds for The Last Revel were initially planted when Acker and Henke metin college in Wisconsin and started jamming together. Following graduation\, the duo eventually headed for Minnesota\, crossed paths with Donatelle\, and started putting together a musical project. By 2011\, the group was formed in Minneapolis. \n\n\n\n“The name comes from the idea of saying\, ‘One last go\, one last celebration\,’” Henke recalls. “It’s treating every show like it could be the last one kind of makes it extra special each time. It’s become a mantra through all the hardships we’ve been through — it’s crazy we get to do this\, so let’s act like it might be the last one.” \n\n\n\n“It feels like a miracle\,” Acker adds. “This is a career where\, hell or high water\, this is what I’m doing. This is something we feel genuine about creating and sharing with people — there’s no other option.” \n\n\n\nEarly on in the band’s tenure\, The Last Revel was clocking in around 200 shows each year\, and did so for several years. Burnout was real\, with the act deciding to go on hiatus in 2019 to recalibrate and reenergize what it is within the group that remains steadfast. \n\n\n\n“I tried to quit music. And then\, the moment I accepted [I was done]\, I wrote \n\n\n\nfive new songs the next day\,” Henke shakes his head in awe. “There’s always been a real therapeutic element to writing music for me. And it goes beyond that now\, where if I don’t write for [a while]\, I feel pent up — there’s something that needs to come out.” \n\n\n\nA couple years went by\, with Henke and Acker eventually circling back to one another. The musical chemistry and unbreakable camaraderie was still intact\, with each thinking the same thing — let’s give music another shot. To note\, Gone for Good is The Last Revel’s second album since reuniting in 2021. \n\n\n\n“We spent so much time together in our twenties and thirties where\, even as friends\, let’s just get back together and see how it feels\,” Acker says. “Let’s just record some music and release it.” \n\n\n\n“The first step was all about just reconnecting — to hell with anyone else giving a damn about the music\,” Donatelle adds. “The only important thing is playing some music together.” \n\n\n\nWhen The Last Revel released Dovetail in 2023\, the reunion album sparkedwildfire\, whether it was with longtime\, loyal fans of the band or newcomers coming across the group by mere happenstance. Now back on the road on the stage\, the bandmates were happily surprised by the unexpected response by sold-out gigs wherever they toured. \n\n\n\n“It kind of took us off-guard\,” Acker says of the fan response. “And it’s become this reciprocal\, motivating thing now. People didn’t forget about us\, and many more discovered our music over COVID than we had anticipated — the music we made is continuing to reach people.” \n\n\n\n“That initial response was so powerful\,” Donatelle adds. “But\, on the other end of things\, [the music] was never about any of us individually. It’s about the way that people connected to our music and just the way the music had a life of its own outside of us.” \n\n\n\nReflecting on Gone for Good\, Acker feels a real\, tangible\, more so positive shift in what it is The Last Revel aims to do moving forward. It’s this collective realm of collaboration\, all in hopes of connectivity not only between the bandmates\, but also the audience itself night in and night out — from coast-to- coast and back around to Minnesota. \n\n\n\n“And I think that shows up more on this record than ever\,” Acker says. “We’ve finally clicked on what the band’s purpose is\, the ethos behind all of this — we’re figuring out how to be ourselves and be happy through the music.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout The Lowest PairKendl Winter comes from Arkansas\, but she found her way to the Pacific Northwest after high school. The evergreens and damp air of Olympia\, Washington\, and the boundless music scene\, had equal draw. She released three solo records on Olympia’s indie label\, K Records\, and performed in ramblin’ folk bands and anarchic punk bands before starting The Lowest Pair in 2013 with Palmer T. Lee. Palmer built his first banjo when he was 19 from pieces he serendipitously inherited. Shortly after deciding songwriting would be the most effective and enjoyable medium for his musings\, he began cutting his teeth fronting Minneapolis string bands and touring the Midwest festival circuit\, which is where he and Kendl first met\, on the banks of the Mississippi. Kendl likes to run\, long distances\, on the dirt trail past where the logging trucks have to turn around. Palmer likes to read Mark Twain\, walk to town to the billiard hall and eavesdrop on the locals. Together\, they are The Lowest Pair\, a band Folk Radio UK describes as\, “music for sunshine and mint juleps.”
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/the-last-revel-with-the-lowest-pair-at-the-wilma/
LOCATION:The Wilma Theater\, 131 Higgins Avenue\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americana,Bluegrass,Folk,Indie,Music
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SUMMARY:TNR Thanksgiving Day Morning Hike on Missoula's Sousa Trail
DESCRIPTION:Work up your appetite with TNR for a quick Thanksgiving Morning Hike on Missoula’s Sousa Trail up to Barmeyer Overlook – meet up at 10:00 am Thursday morning at the Sousa Trailhead in South Hills\n\n\n\n\n\nThanksgiving Day Morning HikeThis Thursday we’ll meet at the Sousa Trailhead in the South Hills at 10:00 am for a TNR Thanksgiving morning hike. We’ll head up the Sousa Trail\, loop around the Woodsy Spur and Developer Road\, and then return down Sousa. Anyone looking for a shorter option before getting the turkey in the oven can join us for the start and do a quick out-and-back to the Barmeyer Overlook. \n\n\n\n📍 Meeting PointSousa Trailhead at 10:00 am! \n\n\n\n🧭 Trail MapSousa Woodsy Spur Loop \n\n\n\n🎒 Essential GearHoliday cheer  \n\n\n\nHappy Thanksgiving!
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/tnr-thanksgiving-day-morning-hike-on-missoulas-sousa-trail/
LOCATION:Sousa Trailhead\, 474-354 Spanish Peaks Drive\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hiking,Holiday Events,Outdoors,Thanksgiving
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SUMMARY:Holiday Dance Performance: A Few of My Favorite Things with Bare Bait Dance at Westside Theater
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the cheer of the holiday season with Bare Bait Dance’s performances of “A Few of My Favorite Things” at Missoula’s Westside Theater from Saturday\, November 29 thru Sunday\, December 7\n\n\n\n\n\nCelebrating the cheer of the holiday season\, “A Few of My Favorite Things” is jam-packed with re-polished fan favorites from past winter shows (Hello Winter!\, the Night Before\, and Fruitcake Weather) as well as brand-new creations. The show features the choreography of and is curated by Artistic Director Joy French\, with performances by Bare Bait Dance & Guests. \n\n\n\nHoliday music? ✓Present juggling? ✓Dancing Santas…?   You’ll just have to come and see! \n\n\n\nSHOW DATES and TIMES \n\n\n\nSaturday\, November 29 @ 2:00 pm & 7:30 pmSunday\, November 30 @ 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThursday\, December 4 @ 7:30 pmFriday\, December 5 @ 7:30 pmSaturday\, December 6 @ 2:00 pm & 7:30 pmSunday\, December 7 @ 6:00 pm \n\n\n\n*special pre-show MOLLI event*Thursday\, December 4 @ 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm: A Peek into the Choreographer’s Mind
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/holiday-dance-performance-a-few-of-my-favorite-things-with-bare-bait-dance-at-westside-theater/2025-11-29/1/
LOCATION:Westside Theater\, 1200 Shakespeare Street\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contemporary Dance,Holiday Events,Holidays,Holidays,Music
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SUMMARY:Holiday Dance Performance: A Few of My Favorite Things with Bare Bait Dance at Westside Theater
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the cheer of the holiday season with Bare Bait Dance’s performances of “A Few of My Favorite Things” at Missoula’s Westside Theater from Saturday\, November 29 thru Sunday\, December 7\n\n\n\n\n\nCelebrating the cheer of the holiday season\, “A Few of My Favorite Things” is jam-packed with re-polished fan favorites from past winter shows (Hello Winter!\, the Night Before\, and Fruitcake Weather) as well as brand-new creations. The show features the choreography of and is curated by Artistic Director Joy French\, with performances by Bare Bait Dance & Guests. \n\n\n\nHoliday music? ✓Present juggling? ✓Dancing Santas…?   You’ll just have to come and see! \n\n\n\nSHOW DATES and TIMES \n\n\n\nSaturday\, November 29 @ 2:00 pm & 7:30 pmSunday\, November 30 @ 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThursday\, December 4 @ 7:30 pmFriday\, December 5 @ 7:30 pmSaturday\, December 6 @ 2:00 pm & 7:30 pmSunday\, December 7 @ 6:00 pm \n\n\n\n*special pre-show MOLLI event*Thursday\, December 4 @ 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm: A Peek into the Choreographer’s Mind
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/holiday-dance-performance-a-few-of-my-favorite-things-with-bare-bait-dance-at-westside-theater/2025-11-29/2/
LOCATION:Westside Theater\, 1200 Shakespeare Street\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contemporary Dance,Holiday Events,Holidays,Holidays,Music
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SUMMARY:Holiday Dance Performance: A Few of My Favorite Things with Bare Bait Dance at Westside Theater
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the cheer of the holiday season with Bare Bait Dance’s performances of “A Few of My Favorite Things” at Missoula’s Westside Theater from Saturday\, November 29 thru Sunday\, December 7\n\n\n\n\n\nCelebrating the cheer of the holiday season\, “A Few of My Favorite Things” is jam-packed with re-polished fan favorites from past winter shows (Hello Winter!\, the Night Before\, and Fruitcake Weather) as well as brand-new creations. The show features the choreography of and is curated by Artistic Director Joy French\, with performances by Bare Bait Dance & Guests. \n\n\n\nHoliday music? ✓Present juggling? ✓Dancing Santas…?   You’ll just have to come and see! \n\n\n\nSHOW DATES and TIMES \n\n\n\nSaturday\, November 29 @ 2:00 pm & 7:30 pmSunday\, November 30 @ 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThursday\, December 4 @ 7:30 pmFriday\, December 5 @ 7:30 pmSaturday\, December 6 @ 2:00 pm & 7:30 pmSunday\, December 7 @ 6:00 pm \n\n\n\n*special pre-show MOLLI event*Thursday\, December 4 @ 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm: A Peek into the Choreographer’s Mind
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/holiday-dance-performance-a-few-of-my-favorite-things-with-bare-bait-dance-at-westside-theater/2025-11-30/
LOCATION:Westside Theater\, 1200 Shakespeare Street\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contemporary Dance,Holiday Events,Holidays,Holidays,Music
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SUMMARY:Holiday Dance Performance: A Few of My Favorite Things with Bare Bait Dance at Westside Theater
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the cheer of the holiday season with Bare Bait Dance’s performances of “A Few of My Favorite Things” at Missoula’s Westside Theater from Saturday\, November 29 thru Sunday\, December 7\n\n\n\n\n\nCelebrating the cheer of the holiday season\, “A Few of My Favorite Things” is jam-packed with re-polished fan favorites from past winter shows (Hello Winter!\, the Night Before\, and Fruitcake Weather) as well as brand-new creations. The show features the choreography of and is curated by Artistic Director Joy French\, with performances by Bare Bait Dance & Guests. \n\n\n\nHoliday music? ✓Present juggling? ✓Dancing Santas…?   You’ll just have to come and see! \n\n\n\nSHOW DATES and TIMES \n\n\n\nSaturday\, November 29 @ 2:00 pm & 7:30 pmSunday\, November 30 @ 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThursday\, December 4 @ 7:30 pmFriday\, December 5 @ 7:30 pmSaturday\, December 6 @ 2:00 pm & 7:30 pmSunday\, December 7 @ 6:00 pm \n\n\n\n*special pre-show MOLLI event*Thursday\, December 4 @ 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm: A Peek into the Choreographer’s Mind
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/holiday-dance-performance-a-few-of-my-favorite-things-with-bare-bait-dance-at-westside-theater/2025-12-04/
LOCATION:Westside Theater\, 1200 Shakespeare Street\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contemporary Dance,Holiday Events,Holidays,Holidays,Music
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SUMMARY:Holiday Dance Performance: A Few of My Favorite Things with Bare Bait Dance at Westside Theater
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the cheer of the holiday season with Bare Bait Dance’s performances of “A Few of My Favorite Things” at Missoula’s Westside Theater from Saturday\, November 29 thru Sunday\, December 7\n\n\n\n\n\nCelebrating the cheer of the holiday season\, “A Few of My Favorite Things” is jam-packed with re-polished fan favorites from past winter shows (Hello Winter!\, the Night Before\, and Fruitcake Weather) as well as brand-new creations. The show features the choreography of and is curated by Artistic Director Joy French\, with performances by Bare Bait Dance & Guests. \n\n\n\nHoliday music? ✓Present juggling? ✓Dancing Santas…?   You’ll just have to come and see! \n\n\n\nSHOW DATES and TIMES \n\n\n\nSaturday\, November 29 @ 2:00 pm & 7:30 pmSunday\, November 30 @ 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThursday\, December 4 @ 7:30 pmFriday\, December 5 @ 7:30 pmSaturday\, December 6 @ 2:00 pm & 7:30 pmSunday\, December 7 @ 6:00 pm \n\n\n\n*special pre-show MOLLI event*Thursday\, December 4 @ 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm: A Peek into the Choreographer’s Mind
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/holiday-dance-performance-a-few-of-my-favorite-things-with-bare-bait-dance-at-westside-theater/2025-12-05/
LOCATION:Westside Theater\, 1200 Shakespeare Street\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contemporary Dance,Holiday Events,Holidays,Holidays,Music
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SUMMARY:Holiday Dance Performance: A Few of My Favorite Things with Bare Bait Dance at Westside Theater
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the cheer of the holiday season with Bare Bait Dance’s performances of “A Few of My Favorite Things” at Missoula’s Westside Theater from Saturday\, November 29 thru Sunday\, December 7\n\n\n\n\n\nCelebrating the cheer of the holiday season\, “A Few of My Favorite Things” is jam-packed with re-polished fan favorites from past winter shows (Hello Winter!\, the Night Before\, and Fruitcake Weather) as well as brand-new creations. The show features the choreography of and is curated by Artistic Director Joy French\, with performances by Bare Bait Dance & Guests. \n\n\n\nHoliday music? ✓Present juggling? ✓Dancing Santas…?   You’ll just have to come and see! \n\n\n\nSHOW DATES and TIMES \n\n\n\nSaturday\, November 29 @ 2:00 pm & 7:30 pmSunday\, November 30 @ 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThursday\, December 4 @ 7:30 pmFriday\, December 5 @ 7:30 pmSaturday\, December 6 @ 2:00 pm & 7:30 pmSunday\, December 7 @ 6:00 pm \n\n\n\n*special pre-show MOLLI event*Thursday\, December 4 @ 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm: A Peek into the Choreographer’s Mind
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/holiday-dance-performance-a-few-of-my-favorite-things-with-bare-bait-dance-at-westside-theater/2025-12-06/1/
LOCATION:Westside Theater\, 1200 Shakespeare Street\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contemporary Dance,Holiday Events,Holidays,Holidays,Music
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SUMMARY:Holiday Dance Performance: A Few of My Favorite Things with Bare Bait Dance at Westside Theater
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the cheer of the holiday season with Bare Bait Dance’s performances of “A Few of My Favorite Things” at Missoula’s Westside Theater from Saturday\, November 29 thru Sunday\, December 7\n\n\n\n\n\nCelebrating the cheer of the holiday season\, “A Few of My Favorite Things” is jam-packed with re-polished fan favorites from past winter shows (Hello Winter!\, the Night Before\, and Fruitcake Weather) as well as brand-new creations. The show features the choreography of and is curated by Artistic Director Joy French\, with performances by Bare Bait Dance & Guests. \n\n\n\nHoliday music? ✓Present juggling? ✓Dancing Santas…?   You’ll just have to come and see! \n\n\n\nSHOW DATES and TIMES \n\n\n\nSaturday\, November 29 @ 2:00 pm & 7:30 pmSunday\, November 30 @ 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThursday\, December 4 @ 7:30 pmFriday\, December 5 @ 7:30 pmSaturday\, December 6 @ 2:00 pm & 7:30 pmSunday\, December 7 @ 6:00 pm \n\n\n\n*special pre-show MOLLI event*Thursday\, December 4 @ 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm: A Peek into the Choreographer’s Mind
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/holiday-dance-performance-a-few-of-my-favorite-things-with-bare-bait-dance-at-westside-theater/2025-12-06/2/
LOCATION:Westside Theater\, 1200 Shakespeare Street\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contemporary Dance,Holiday Events,Holidays,Holidays,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251207T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251207T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T184544
CREATED:20251127T072127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T072129Z
UID:10125535-1765130400-1765139400@missoulaunderground.com
SUMMARY:Holiday Dance Performance: A Few of My Favorite Things with Bare Bait Dance at Westside Theater
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the cheer of the holiday season with Bare Bait Dance’s performances of “A Few of My Favorite Things” at Missoula’s Westside Theater from Saturday\, November 29 thru Sunday\, December 7\n\n\n\n\n\nCelebrating the cheer of the holiday season\, “A Few of My Favorite Things” is jam-packed with re-polished fan favorites from past winter shows (Hello Winter!\, the Night Before\, and Fruitcake Weather) as well as brand-new creations. The show features the choreography of and is curated by Artistic Director Joy French\, with performances by Bare Bait Dance & Guests. \n\n\n\nHoliday music? ✓Present juggling? ✓Dancing Santas…?   You’ll just have to come and see! \n\n\n\nSHOW DATES and TIMES \n\n\n\nSaturday\, November 29 @ 2:00 pm & 7:30 pmSunday\, November 30 @ 6:00 pm \n\n\n\nThursday\, December 4 @ 7:30 pmFriday\, December 5 @ 7:30 pmSaturday\, December 6 @ 2:00 pm & 7:30 pmSunday\, December 7 @ 6:00 pm \n\n\n\n*special pre-show MOLLI event*Thursday\, December 4 @ 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm: A Peek into the Choreographer’s Mind
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/holiday-dance-performance-a-few-of-my-favorite-things-with-bare-bait-dance-at-westside-theater/2025-12-07/
LOCATION:Westside Theater\, 1200 Shakespeare Street\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contemporary Dance,Holiday Events,Holidays,Holidays,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251223T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251223T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T184544
CREATED:20251223T071402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T071403Z
UID:10126501-1766518200-1766525400@missoulaunderground.com
SUMMARY:Live from Deer Lodge - Christmas Comedy Night at Cutler Bros Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Cutler Bros. Theatre returns with a night of SNL-style Christmas skit comedy in Deer Lodge at 7:30 pm Tuesday\, December 23\n\n\n\n\n\nDoors @ 7:00 pm \n\n\n\nComedy Night is BACK for one night ONLY at Cutler Bros Theatre in Deer Lodge!  \n\n\n\nJoin us for our 51st Comedy Night on Tuesday\, December 23 at 7:30 pm for side splitting original skits similar to Saturday Night Live! All based around the holiday season! Tickets are $15 and can be reserved by calling 846-4096\, or at the door the night of the show. Pizza by the slice will be available for purchase from Box Office Pizza\, as well as other concessions and a full beer and wine bar! Relax\, unwind\, and come laugh your butt off before the holiday season!
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/live-from-deer-lodge-christmas-comedy-night-at-cutler-bros-theatre/
LOCATION:Cutler Bros. Theatre\, 301 Main St\, Deer Lodge\, Montana\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cutler Bros. Theatre":MAILTO:info@cutlerbros.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251230T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251230T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T184545
CREATED:20251229T071129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T071131Z
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SUMMARY:Hiking Crazy Canyon to Top of Mount Sentinel with Montana Dirt Girls
DESCRIPTION:Meet up at 6:00 pm Tuesday\, December 30 at Missoula’s Crazy Canyon Trailhead parking lot off Pattee Canyon Road with Montana Dirt Girls for a night hike to the top of Mount Sentinel\n\n\n\n\n\nTime to head to the top of Mount Sentinel from Crazy Canyon with Montana Dirt Girls. We can view the lights of Missoula before heading back.  The hike will be between 6 and 7 miles\, but with this out and back hike we can turn around anytime for a shorter jaunt.  ~1300’ elevation gain. \n\n\n\nCrazy Canyon Trailhead Parking Lot location \n\n\n\nTrail Map \n\n\n\nItems to bring: \n\n\n\n\nwater                    * snacks\n\n\n\nheadlamp             * bear spray          \n\n\n\nlayers of clothing \n\n\n\n\nWe have lots of folks coming in and out each week. Here are some good rules of thumb:* Try to get the group started soon after 6:00 pm* Do intros\, ask if we have any new folks and get a head count* Break into groups if needed & find someone to coordinate each group* You don’t have to be the fastest in the group to lead but just make sure we don’t leave someone behind* Have fun! \n\n\n\nNote: Friendly and well-behaved dogs are welcome to join us on hikes. If your pup can be aggressive or unpredictable around other dogs/people\, please leave them at home. If your dog isn’t under voice control\, please plan to leash them up for your hike. Also\, make sure you check if the area is open to dogs. There are several closures that start December 1 and some are yearlong. It’s also good to know the trail-specific leash protocol.
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/hiking-crazy-canyon-to-top-of-mount-sentinel-with-montana-dirt-girls/
LOCATION:Crazy Canyon Trailhead Parking Area\, Pattee Canyon Road\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hiking,Outdoors,Women's Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Montana Dirt Girls":MAILTO:montanadirtgirl@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251231T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260101T000000
DTSTAMP:20260613T184545
CREATED:20251225T081647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251225T081648Z
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SUMMARY:Weird MT Records & KFGM present Carnivale! NYE Party with Live Music\, Record Swap\, Punk Rock Speed Dating at Fort Missoula's Heritage Hall
DESCRIPTION:Weird Montana Records & KFGM Present…NYE CARNIVALE! with vendors\, bands\, comedians and performers for the grandest\, weirdest circus in town at Fort Missoula’s Heritage hall from 5:00 pm to Midnight on Wednesday\, December 31\n\n\n\n\n\nWeird Montana Records & KFGM Present…CARNIVALE! Join over 65 volunteers\, vendors\, bands\, comedians and performers for the grandest\, weirdest circus in town! Ring in the New Year with Missoula’s own Big Mosquito. Drink sparkly mocktails at this all-ages event and snack on carnival food like Fried Chicken Popcorn while MC Falcon Nowa guides you through a JAM PACKED NIGHT that somehow also includes a record swap\, punk rock speed dating\, tarot reading and much\, much more! Get your tickets at the link below before they sell out!
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/weird-mt-records-kfgm-present-carnivale-nye-party-with-live-music-record-swap-punk-rock-speed-dating-at-fort-missoulas-heritage-hall/
LOCATION:Heritage Hall / Northern Rockies Heritage Center\, 30 Fort Missoula Road\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59804\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Weird Montana Records":MAILTO:duaneraider@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251231T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260101T010000
DTSTAMP:20260613T184545
CREATED:20251229T081124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T081542Z
UID:10126842-1767214800-1767229200@missoulaunderground.com
SUMMARY:NYE with New Wave Time Trippers at O'Shaughnessy Cultural Arts Center
DESCRIPTION:Ring in 2026 in full time-traveling New Wave glory with the return of the New Wave Time Trippers at 9:00 pm New Year’s Eve\, Wednesday\, December 31 at the O’Shaughnessy Cultural Arts Center in Whitefish\n\n\n\n\n\nDoors @ 8:30 pm \n\n\n\nMerie Productions is recommending their friends and incredible band\, New Wave Time Trippers! Ring in 2026 in full time-traveling New Wave glory at the O’Shaughnessey Center in Whitefish!BACK TO SAVE THE FUTURE! New Year’s Eve in Whitefish\, MontanaThis is not your average NYE party—it’s a high-energy\, nostalgia-fueled night packed with:Live MusicGiveaways & Door PrizesGames & FreebiesChampagne Toast at Midnight (included with your ticket!)Cash Bar on site Important Time-Travel Update: The party goes until about 1:00 am on January 1. Yes\, we will cross into the future together. (That 11:30 pm end time on Eventbrite? A glitch in the space-time continuum. Don’t worry – no one’s kicking you out before 2026!)Count down the New Year surrounded by great music\, electric energy\, and a room full of people ready to dance straight into the future.Grab your tickets and come help us SAVE THE FUTURE!Dress festive. Bring your friends. Start 2026 exactly how it should feel—joyful\, loud\, and unforgettable! \n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets LINK
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/nye-with-new-wave-time-trippers-at-oshaughnessy-cultural-arts-center/
LOCATION:O’Shaughnessy Cultural Arts Center\, 1 Central Avenue\, Whitefish\, Montana\, 59937\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events,New Year's Eve,New Years Eve
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ORGANIZER;CN="Merie Productions":MAILTO:productionsmerie@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260101T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260101T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T184545
CREATED:20251231T232035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T232036Z
UID:10126867-1767290400-1767297600@missoulaunderground.com
SUMMARY:TNR / Thursday Night Hike Missoula - Sentinel Fire Road
DESCRIPTION:Meet up at 6:00 pm with TNR at the Maurice Avenue Trailhead for a Thursday Night Hike on the Mount Sentinel Fire Road Loop\n\n\n\n\n\nSentinel Fire Road Loop HikeFor the first Thursday night outing of 2026\, we’ll hike a loop on the lower half of Mount Sentinel\, starting from the Maurice Trailhead. The route heads up the trail at the end of Woodworth Avenue and climbs steadily across the mountain face to the M. From there\, it follows the Fire Road across the mountain before descending back to the trailhead. \n\n\n\nMeeting PointMaurice TrailheadTrail MapSentinel Fire Road LoopEssential GearHeadlamp \n\n\n\nHave a good one!
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/tnr-thursday-night-hike-missoula-sentinel-fire-road/
LOCATION:Maurice and South Trailhead\, 2601 Maurice Avenue\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59812\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hiking,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260102T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260102T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T184545
CREATED:20251228T205322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T205324Z
UID:10126821-1767378600-1767389400@missoulaunderground.com
SUMMARY:PONS with Doris Doom at Zootown Arts Community Center
DESCRIPTION:Experience the face-melting rock spectacle that is PONS at Zootown Arts Community Center in Downtown Missoula at 6:30 pm Friday\, January 2\n\n\n\n\n\nIF YOU STOP YOU DIE – \n\n\n\nRock n’ Roll will never be a lazy game. PONS is here to set the record straight. Channeling the wild\, untamable spirit of the masters of the road that came before them\, PONS brings a relentless\, “NO MERCY” approach to DIY touring. Burning more calories in one night than most bands do in a year\, PONS doesn’t play music—they detonate on stage. \n\n\n\nNamed “NYC’s Hardest Working Band” in 2022 (and a blistering runner-up in 2023) by Oh My Rockness\, PONS has earned their place as one of the most vital and chaotic forces in the NYC underground. \n\n\n\nIn 2024\, PONS evolved into a solo project of visionary frontman Jack Parker\, and the transformation is nothing short of a sonic nuclear meltdown. A storm of sound\, fury\, and passion so fierce\, a PONS show can only be described as sublime madness. It’s angular. It’s aggressive. It’s a relentless sonic assault that drags you into the future\, kicking and screaming. \n\n\n\nSharing the stage with heavyweights like Gogol Bordello\, Lambrini Girls\, Geese\, Vundabar\, and A Place To Bury Strangers\, PONS take no prisoners. Leaving behind a trail of smashed gear\, contorted bodies\, blinding lights\, and frenetic\, throttling beats\, it’s pure glam-rock bravado colliding with punk’s raw edge and electronica’s dystopian pulse. \n\n\n\nTaking cues from the anarchic swagger of Iggy Pop\, the electronic chaos of Suicide\, the slick groove of LCD Soundsystem\, and the haunting\, glitch-filled world of Crystal Castles\, PONS spits the digital bile of our decaying\, internet-saturated world straight in your face. \n\n\n\nBEAR WITNESS TO PONS. \n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets LINK
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/pons-with-doris-doom-at-zootown-arts-community-center/
LOCATION:Zootown Arts Community Center\, 216 W. Main Street\, Missoula\, Montana\, 598802\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260129T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260129T210000
DTSTAMP:20260613T184545
CREATED:20260128T204939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T204941Z
UID:10129259-1769709600-1769720400@missoulaunderground.com
SUMMARY:TNR / Thursday Night Hike Missoula - Mountain View to Sunlight
DESCRIPTION:Meet up at 6:00 pm at Missoula’s Mountain View Trailhead off Duncan Drive with TNR for this week’s Thursday Night Hike in the North Hills along the Sunlight open space and along Rattlesnake Creek\n\n\n\n\n\nMountain View to Sunlight HikeThis week our TNR group will take advantage of the clear trails in the North Hills\, and hike a loop starting at 6:00 pm from the Mountain View trailhead on Duncan Drive. The route climbs to the summit of the North Hills\, traverses the Sunlight open space\, and finishes along Rattlesnake Creek.Meeting PointDuncan Fields(Near the corner of Duncan Drive and Mountain View Drive\, just before the PEAS Farm)Trail MapMountain View to SunlightEssential GearHeadlamp \n\n\n\nSee you out there!
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/tnr-thursday-night-hike-missoula-mountain-view-to-sunlight/
LOCATION:Duncan Fields Parking Lot\, Duncan Drive & Mountain View Drive\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hiking,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260205T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T184545
CREATED:20260205T020437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T020439Z
UID:10129427-1770314400-1770321600@missoulaunderground.com
SUMMARY:TNR / Thursday Night Hike Missoula - University Mountain
DESCRIPTION:Meet up with TNR at 6:00 pm Thursday at the Sam Braxton Trailhead parking lot and hike a traverse over Missoula’s University Mountain\n\n\n\n\n\nUniversity Mountain HikeMeet up with TNR at 6:00 pm Thursday at the Sam Braxton Trailhead parking lot and hike a traverse over Missoula’s University Mountain. The route climbs up to the Beacon on the way to University\, then makes a gentle off-trail descent to the Tumbleweed Trail before heading back to the trailhead. \n\n\n\nMeeting PointSam Braxton Trailhead \n\n\n\nTrail MapUniversity MountainEssential GearHeadlamp \n\n\n\nSee you up there!
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/tnr-thursday-night-hike-missoula-university-mountain-2/
LOCATION:Sam Braxton / Upper Pattee Canyon Trailhead Parking Area\, 46°49'29.7"N 113°55'20.3"W\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hiking,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260214T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260214T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T184545
CREATED:20260127T062847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T062850Z
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SUMMARY:Montana Repertory Theatre "Can't Drink Salt Water" with UM School of Theatre & Dance at UM Montana Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Montana Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere of Kendra Mylnechuk Potter’s “Can’t Drink Salt Water” with the UM School of Theatre & Dance in the Montana Theatre with performances from Saturday\, February 14 through Sunday\, February 22\n\n\n\n\n\nDoors @ 30 minutes before show time \n\n\n\nWith transformative support from The Roy Cockrum Foundation\, and in partnership with UM School of Theatre and Dance\, Montana Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere of Kendra Mylnechuk Potter’s Can’t Drink Salt Water. The opening night of this gripping new play will take place Saturday\, February 14\, 2026 in the Montana Theatre on the UM Campus (PARTV Building)\, with eight additional performances following\, through February 22. \n\n\n\nJuxtaposing a mother’s relentless search for her missing daughter with the journey of a young woman newly arrived at Bethel House\, an evangelical shelter for victims of sex trafficking\, this timely story weaves together Native identity\, maternal grief\, contemporary religious faith\, humor\, and a call to action. The production showcases professional Indigenous talent from across the country\, including cast members Allison Hicks\, Jennifer Rader\, Serenity Mariana\, and Bradley Lewis\, costumes by Asa Benally\, lighting design by Emma Deane\, sound design by Rory Stitt\, and mask design and creation by Cannupa Hanska Luger. As a co-production\, it showcases UM student actors\, designers\, and crew alongside the professionals. The cast includes students Shadie Wallette\, who previously performed in the 2023 staged reading\, and Octavio Jimenez\, who has toured the state over the past year with State of Mind\, a collaboration between The Rep and the University of Montana Co-Lab for Civic Imagination. UM Students in the crew include Ronnie Avansino as the Props Designer\, Rae Scott as the Assistant Stage Manager\, and Aaron Prati as the Assistant Lighting Designer. The playwright\, Kendra Mylnechuk Potter\, is a University of Montana alum\, and is based in Missoula. \n\n\n\n“I am humbled to have the opportunity to collaborate with so many artists in this meaningful way. And for the work to get to live on this particular stage where I first worked over 20 years ago as a student\, my “home stage” as it were\, is a straight up dream\,” Potter said. “The caliber of work – soup to nuts – from designers through performers\, is just such a treat for our town to get to share in\, and getting to mingle seasoned professionals at the top of their craft while highlighting the talent here in town with that of our UM student artists is a joy that brings this experience additional heart. My sincere hope is that we are able to provide a theatrical experience that feels like a useful contribution to the issues we seek to address: Missing and Murdered Indigenous People\, community care\, ecosystems\, and seeing what (and who) has been here all along.” \n\n\n\n“The School of Theatre and Dance is proud to partner with Montana Repertory Theatre to tell this vital story. We are so grateful to the Native artists\, The Roy Cockrum Foundation\, and to all involved for sharing their artistry\, talents and resources with our students and we look forward to welcoming audiences to the Montana Theatre to see Can’t Drink Salt Water\,” said Bernadette Sweeney\, Director of UM School of Theatre and Dance. \n\n\n\n This project began in 2019 with the idea to commission an original work from an Indigenous artist\, grounded in The Rep’s action-oriented Land Acknowledgement: “Montana Repertory Theatre acknowledges that we are in the aboriginal territories of the Salish and Kalispel people. We also acknowledge the privilege of gathering on this land to share stories. We pledge to always hold a place on our stages for the stories of this land and of its first peoples.” The original commission was supported by the Warren Miller Performing Arts Center in Big Sky\, Montana\, and this story was chosen by a nationwide team of Indigenous artists\, including Lily Gladstone\, DeLanna Studi\, Madeline Sayet\, and Andre Bouchard. \n\n\n\n“The Warren Miller Performing Arts Center (WMPAC) is thrilled to see the next phase of Can’t Drink Salt Water coming to life in Missoula this spring. Any chance we can get to help support new\, adventurous work like the piece that Kendra Mylnechuk Potter has created\, we’re fully on board\, especially when it comes to cultural realities that authentically embody lived experiences here in Montana\,” said John Zirkle\, Executive Director / Artistic Director at WMPAC. \n\n\n\nThis production is supported by a generous grant from The Roy Cockrum Foundation. Founded in 2014 by Roy Cockrum and Benita Hofstetter Koman with winnings from Mr. Cockrum’s Powerball lottery jackpot\, the Foundation’s mission is to award grants to support world-class performing arts projects in not-for-profit professional theatres throughout America. Since 2014\, 76 American theaters and performing arts organizations have received major grants from the Foundation. Inspiration for its mission derives from a Camus quote:“Without culture\, and the relative freedom it implies\, society\, even when perfect\, is but a jungle. This is why any authentic creation is a gift to the future.” ― Albert Camus\, The Myth of Sisyphus and Other Essays.This performance includes mature themes. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets LINK
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/montana-repertory-theatre-cant-drink-salt-water-with-um-school-of-theatre-dance-at-um-montana-theatre/2026-02-14/
LOCATION:UM Montana Theatre\, 32 Campus Drive\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59812\, United States
CATEGORIES:Indigenous,Play,Theatrical Plays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Montana Repertory Theater":MAILTO:Salina.Chatlain@MontanaRep.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260214T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260214T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T184545
CREATED:20260127T035630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T035632Z
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SUMMARY:"With Love" - a Valentine's Concert at Second Story / 101 Central
DESCRIPTION:Make it a romantic and musical Valentine’s evening with “With Love” – a 90-minute concert experience celebrating the many shades of love—new love\, lasting love\, heartbreak\, joy\, and everything in-between 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm Saturday\, February 14 at Second Story / 101 Central in Whitefish\n\n\n\n\n\nDoors @ 6:30 pm \n\n\n\nThis year\, we invite you to celebrate love in a way that feels intentional\, romantic\, and truly special.With Love is a beautifully curated live concert experience designed for connection. Think candlelit tables\, an intimate atmosphere\, and songs about love\, longing\, joy\, and the stories we share with the people who matter most.This is not a standing-room show. This is not background noise. This is a seated\, table-style concert—perfect for couples\, friends\, or anyone who wants a meaningful night out.Tables for 2 • Tables for 4 or General Admission.Space is limited by design to keep the evening warm\, personal\, and unforgettable.Reserve your table now before they’re gone. \n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Tickets & Information LINK
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/with-love-a-valentines-concert-at-second-story-101-central/
LOCATION:Second Story / 101 Central\, 101 Central Avenue\, 2nd Story\, Whitefish\, Montana\, 59937\, United States
CATEGORIES:Covers,Holiday Events,Holidays,Music,Valentines Day,Valentines Day,Valentines Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Merie Productions":MAILTO:productionsmerie@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260215T160000
DTSTAMP:20260613T184545
CREATED:20260127T062847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T062850Z
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SUMMARY:Montana Repertory Theatre "Can't Drink Salt Water" with UM School of Theatre & Dance at UM Montana Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Montana Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere of Kendra Mylnechuk Potter’s “Can’t Drink Salt Water” with the UM School of Theatre & Dance in the Montana Theatre with performances from Saturday\, February 14 through Sunday\, February 22\n\n\n\n\n\nDoors @ 30 minutes before show time \n\n\n\nWith transformative support from The Roy Cockrum Foundation\, and in partnership with UM School of Theatre and Dance\, Montana Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere of Kendra Mylnechuk Potter’s Can’t Drink Salt Water. The opening night of this gripping new play will take place Saturday\, February 14\, 2026 in the Montana Theatre on the UM Campus (PARTV Building)\, with eight additional performances following\, through February 22. \n\n\n\nJuxtaposing a mother’s relentless search for her missing daughter with the journey of a young woman newly arrived at Bethel House\, an evangelical shelter for victims of sex trafficking\, this timely story weaves together Native identity\, maternal grief\, contemporary religious faith\, humor\, and a call to action. The production showcases professional Indigenous talent from across the country\, including cast members Allison Hicks\, Jennifer Rader\, Serenity Mariana\, and Bradley Lewis\, costumes by Asa Benally\, lighting design by Emma Deane\, sound design by Rory Stitt\, and mask design and creation by Cannupa Hanska Luger. As a co-production\, it showcases UM student actors\, designers\, and crew alongside the professionals. The cast includes students Shadie Wallette\, who previously performed in the 2023 staged reading\, and Octavio Jimenez\, who has toured the state over the past year with State of Mind\, a collaboration between The Rep and the University of Montana Co-Lab for Civic Imagination. UM Students in the crew include Ronnie Avansino as the Props Designer\, Rae Scott as the Assistant Stage Manager\, and Aaron Prati as the Assistant Lighting Designer. The playwright\, Kendra Mylnechuk Potter\, is a University of Montana alum\, and is based in Missoula. \n\n\n\n“I am humbled to have the opportunity to collaborate with so many artists in this meaningful way. And for the work to get to live on this particular stage where I first worked over 20 years ago as a student\, my “home stage” as it were\, is a straight up dream\,” Potter said. “The caliber of work – soup to nuts – from designers through performers\, is just such a treat for our town to get to share in\, and getting to mingle seasoned professionals at the top of their craft while highlighting the talent here in town with that of our UM student artists is a joy that brings this experience additional heart. My sincere hope is that we are able to provide a theatrical experience that feels like a useful contribution to the issues we seek to address: Missing and Murdered Indigenous People\, community care\, ecosystems\, and seeing what (and who) has been here all along.” \n\n\n\n“The School of Theatre and Dance is proud to partner with Montana Repertory Theatre to tell this vital story. We are so grateful to the Native artists\, The Roy Cockrum Foundation\, and to all involved for sharing their artistry\, talents and resources with our students and we look forward to welcoming audiences to the Montana Theatre to see Can’t Drink Salt Water\,” said Bernadette Sweeney\, Director of UM School of Theatre and Dance. \n\n\n\n This project began in 2019 with the idea to commission an original work from an Indigenous artist\, grounded in The Rep’s action-oriented Land Acknowledgement: “Montana Repertory Theatre acknowledges that we are in the aboriginal territories of the Salish and Kalispel people. We also acknowledge the privilege of gathering on this land to share stories. We pledge to always hold a place on our stages for the stories of this land and of its first peoples.” The original commission was supported by the Warren Miller Performing Arts Center in Big Sky\, Montana\, and this story was chosen by a nationwide team of Indigenous artists\, including Lily Gladstone\, DeLanna Studi\, Madeline Sayet\, and Andre Bouchard. \n\n\n\n“The Warren Miller Performing Arts Center (WMPAC) is thrilled to see the next phase of Can’t Drink Salt Water coming to life in Missoula this spring. Any chance we can get to help support new\, adventurous work like the piece that Kendra Mylnechuk Potter has created\, we’re fully on board\, especially when it comes to cultural realities that authentically embody lived experiences here in Montana\,” said John Zirkle\, Executive Director / Artistic Director at WMPAC. \n\n\n\nThis production is supported by a generous grant from The Roy Cockrum Foundation. Founded in 2014 by Roy Cockrum and Benita Hofstetter Koman with winnings from Mr. Cockrum’s Powerball lottery jackpot\, the Foundation’s mission is to award grants to support world-class performing arts projects in not-for-profit professional theatres throughout America. Since 2014\, 76 American theaters and performing arts organizations have received major grants from the Foundation. Inspiration for its mission derives from a Camus quote:“Without culture\, and the relative freedom it implies\, society\, even when perfect\, is but a jungle. This is why any authentic creation is a gift to the future.” ― Albert Camus\, The Myth of Sisyphus and Other Essays.This performance includes mature themes. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets LINK
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/montana-repertory-theatre-cant-drink-salt-water-with-um-school-of-theatre-dance-at-um-montana-theatre/2026-02-15/
LOCATION:UM Montana Theatre\, 32 Campus Drive\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59812\, United States
CATEGORIES:Indigenous,Play,Theatrical Plays
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SUMMARY:Montana Repertory Theatre "Can't Drink Salt Water" with UM School of Theatre & Dance at UM Montana Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Montana Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere of Kendra Mylnechuk Potter’s “Can’t Drink Salt Water” with the UM School of Theatre & Dance in the Montana Theatre with performances from Saturday\, February 14 through Sunday\, February 22\n\n\n\n\n\nDoors @ 30 minutes before show time \n\n\n\nWith transformative support from The Roy Cockrum Foundation\, and in partnership with UM School of Theatre and Dance\, Montana Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere of Kendra Mylnechuk Potter’s Can’t Drink Salt Water. The opening night of this gripping new play will take place Saturday\, February 14\, 2026 in the Montana Theatre on the UM Campus (PARTV Building)\, with eight additional performances following\, through February 22. \n\n\n\nJuxtaposing a mother’s relentless search for her missing daughter with the journey of a young woman newly arrived at Bethel House\, an evangelical shelter for victims of sex trafficking\, this timely story weaves together Native identity\, maternal grief\, contemporary religious faith\, humor\, and a call to action. The production showcases professional Indigenous talent from across the country\, including cast members Allison Hicks\, Jennifer Rader\, Serenity Mariana\, and Bradley Lewis\, costumes by Asa Benally\, lighting design by Emma Deane\, sound design by Rory Stitt\, and mask design and creation by Cannupa Hanska Luger. As a co-production\, it showcases UM student actors\, designers\, and crew alongside the professionals. The cast includes students Shadie Wallette\, who previously performed in the 2023 staged reading\, and Octavio Jimenez\, who has toured the state over the past year with State of Mind\, a collaboration between The Rep and the University of Montana Co-Lab for Civic Imagination. UM Students in the crew include Ronnie Avansino as the Props Designer\, Rae Scott as the Assistant Stage Manager\, and Aaron Prati as the Assistant Lighting Designer. The playwright\, Kendra Mylnechuk Potter\, is a University of Montana alum\, and is based in Missoula. \n\n\n\n“I am humbled to have the opportunity to collaborate with so many artists in this meaningful way. And for the work to get to live on this particular stage where I first worked over 20 years ago as a student\, my “home stage” as it were\, is a straight up dream\,” Potter said. “The caliber of work – soup to nuts – from designers through performers\, is just such a treat for our town to get to share in\, and getting to mingle seasoned professionals at the top of their craft while highlighting the talent here in town with that of our UM student artists is a joy that brings this experience additional heart. My sincere hope is that we are able to provide a theatrical experience that feels like a useful contribution to the issues we seek to address: Missing and Murdered Indigenous People\, community care\, ecosystems\, and seeing what (and who) has been here all along.” \n\n\n\n“The School of Theatre and Dance is proud to partner with Montana Repertory Theatre to tell this vital story. We are so grateful to the Native artists\, The Roy Cockrum Foundation\, and to all involved for sharing their artistry\, talents and resources with our students and we look forward to welcoming audiences to the Montana Theatre to see Can’t Drink Salt Water\,” said Bernadette Sweeney\, Director of UM School of Theatre and Dance. \n\n\n\n This project began in 2019 with the idea to commission an original work from an Indigenous artist\, grounded in The Rep’s action-oriented Land Acknowledgement: “Montana Repertory Theatre acknowledges that we are in the aboriginal territories of the Salish and Kalispel people. We also acknowledge the privilege of gathering on this land to share stories. We pledge to always hold a place on our stages for the stories of this land and of its first peoples.” The original commission was supported by the Warren Miller Performing Arts Center in Big Sky\, Montana\, and this story was chosen by a nationwide team of Indigenous artists\, including Lily Gladstone\, DeLanna Studi\, Madeline Sayet\, and Andre Bouchard. \n\n\n\n“The Warren Miller Performing Arts Center (WMPAC) is thrilled to see the next phase of Can’t Drink Salt Water coming to life in Missoula this spring. Any chance we can get to help support new\, adventurous work like the piece that Kendra Mylnechuk Potter has created\, we’re fully on board\, especially when it comes to cultural realities that authentically embody lived experiences here in Montana\,” said John Zirkle\, Executive Director / Artistic Director at WMPAC. \n\n\n\nThis production is supported by a generous grant from The Roy Cockrum Foundation. Founded in 2014 by Roy Cockrum and Benita Hofstetter Koman with winnings from Mr. Cockrum’s Powerball lottery jackpot\, the Foundation’s mission is to award grants to support world-class performing arts projects in not-for-profit professional theatres throughout America. Since 2014\, 76 American theaters and performing arts organizations have received major grants from the Foundation. Inspiration for its mission derives from a Camus quote:“Without culture\, and the relative freedom it implies\, society\, even when perfect\, is but a jungle. This is why any authentic creation is a gift to the future.” ― Albert Camus\, The Myth of Sisyphus and Other Essays.This performance includes mature themes. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets LINK
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/montana-repertory-theatre-cant-drink-salt-water-with-um-school-of-theatre-dance-at-um-montana-theatre/2026-02-18/
LOCATION:UM Montana Theatre\, 32 Campus Drive\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59812\, United States
CATEGORIES:Indigenous,Play,Theatrical Plays
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SUMMARY:Montana Repertory Theatre "Can't Drink Salt Water" with UM School of Theatre & Dance at UM Montana Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Montana Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere of Kendra Mylnechuk Potter’s “Can’t Drink Salt Water” with the UM School of Theatre & Dance in the Montana Theatre with performances from Saturday\, February 14 through Sunday\, February 22\n\n\n\n\n\nDoors @ 30 minutes before show time \n\n\n\nWith transformative support from The Roy Cockrum Foundation\, and in partnership with UM School of Theatre and Dance\, Montana Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere of Kendra Mylnechuk Potter’s Can’t Drink Salt Water. The opening night of this gripping new play will take place Saturday\, February 14\, 2026 in the Montana Theatre on the UM Campus (PARTV Building)\, with eight additional performances following\, through February 22. \n\n\n\nJuxtaposing a mother’s relentless search for her missing daughter with the journey of a young woman newly arrived at Bethel House\, an evangelical shelter for victims of sex trafficking\, this timely story weaves together Native identity\, maternal grief\, contemporary religious faith\, humor\, and a call to action. The production showcases professional Indigenous talent from across the country\, including cast members Allison Hicks\, Jennifer Rader\, Serenity Mariana\, and Bradley Lewis\, costumes by Asa Benally\, lighting design by Emma Deane\, sound design by Rory Stitt\, and mask design and creation by Cannupa Hanska Luger. As a co-production\, it showcases UM student actors\, designers\, and crew alongside the professionals. The cast includes students Shadie Wallette\, who previously performed in the 2023 staged reading\, and Octavio Jimenez\, who has toured the state over the past year with State of Mind\, a collaboration between The Rep and the University of Montana Co-Lab for Civic Imagination. UM Students in the crew include Ronnie Avansino as the Props Designer\, Rae Scott as the Assistant Stage Manager\, and Aaron Prati as the Assistant Lighting Designer. The playwright\, Kendra Mylnechuk Potter\, is a University of Montana alum\, and is based in Missoula. \n\n\n\n“I am humbled to have the opportunity to collaborate with so many artists in this meaningful way. And for the work to get to live on this particular stage where I first worked over 20 years ago as a student\, my “home stage” as it were\, is a straight up dream\,” Potter said. “The caliber of work – soup to nuts – from designers through performers\, is just such a treat for our town to get to share in\, and getting to mingle seasoned professionals at the top of their craft while highlighting the talent here in town with that of our UM student artists is a joy that brings this experience additional heart. My sincere hope is that we are able to provide a theatrical experience that feels like a useful contribution to the issues we seek to address: Missing and Murdered Indigenous People\, community care\, ecosystems\, and seeing what (and who) has been here all along.” \n\n\n\n“The School of Theatre and Dance is proud to partner with Montana Repertory Theatre to tell this vital story. We are so grateful to the Native artists\, The Roy Cockrum Foundation\, and to all involved for sharing their artistry\, talents and resources with our students and we look forward to welcoming audiences to the Montana Theatre to see Can’t Drink Salt Water\,” said Bernadette Sweeney\, Director of UM School of Theatre and Dance. \n\n\n\n This project began in 2019 with the idea to commission an original work from an Indigenous artist\, grounded in The Rep’s action-oriented Land Acknowledgement: “Montana Repertory Theatre acknowledges that we are in the aboriginal territories of the Salish and Kalispel people. We also acknowledge the privilege of gathering on this land to share stories. We pledge to always hold a place on our stages for the stories of this land and of its first peoples.” The original commission was supported by the Warren Miller Performing Arts Center in Big Sky\, Montana\, and this story was chosen by a nationwide team of Indigenous artists\, including Lily Gladstone\, DeLanna Studi\, Madeline Sayet\, and Andre Bouchard. \n\n\n\n“The Warren Miller Performing Arts Center (WMPAC) is thrilled to see the next phase of Can’t Drink Salt Water coming to life in Missoula this spring. Any chance we can get to help support new\, adventurous work like the piece that Kendra Mylnechuk Potter has created\, we’re fully on board\, especially when it comes to cultural realities that authentically embody lived experiences here in Montana\,” said John Zirkle\, Executive Director / Artistic Director at WMPAC. \n\n\n\nThis production is supported by a generous grant from The Roy Cockrum Foundation. Founded in 2014 by Roy Cockrum and Benita Hofstetter Koman with winnings from Mr. Cockrum’s Powerball lottery jackpot\, the Foundation’s mission is to award grants to support world-class performing arts projects in not-for-profit professional theatres throughout America. Since 2014\, 76 American theaters and performing arts organizations have received major grants from the Foundation. Inspiration for its mission derives from a Camus quote:“Without culture\, and the relative freedom it implies\, society\, even when perfect\, is but a jungle. This is why any authentic creation is a gift to the future.” ― Albert Camus\, The Myth of Sisyphus and Other Essays.This performance includes mature themes. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets LINK
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/montana-repertory-theatre-cant-drink-salt-water-with-um-school-of-theatre-dance-at-um-montana-theatre/2026-02-19/
LOCATION:UM Montana Theatre\, 32 Campus Drive\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59812\, United States
CATEGORIES:Indigenous,Play,Theatrical Plays
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SUMMARY:Montana Repertory Theatre "Can't Drink Salt Water" with UM School of Theatre & Dance at UM Montana Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Montana Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere of Kendra Mylnechuk Potter’s “Can’t Drink Salt Water” with the UM School of Theatre & Dance in the Montana Theatre with performances from Saturday\, February 14 through Sunday\, February 22\n\n\n\n\n\nDoors @ 30 minutes before show time \n\n\n\nWith transformative support from The Roy Cockrum Foundation\, and in partnership with UM School of Theatre and Dance\, Montana Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere of Kendra Mylnechuk Potter’s Can’t Drink Salt Water. The opening night of this gripping new play will take place Saturday\, February 14\, 2026 in the Montana Theatre on the UM Campus (PARTV Building)\, with eight additional performances following\, through February 22. \n\n\n\nJuxtaposing a mother’s relentless search for her missing daughter with the journey of a young woman newly arrived at Bethel House\, an evangelical shelter for victims of sex trafficking\, this timely story weaves together Native identity\, maternal grief\, contemporary religious faith\, humor\, and a call to action. The production showcases professional Indigenous talent from across the country\, including cast members Allison Hicks\, Jennifer Rader\, Serenity Mariana\, and Bradley Lewis\, costumes by Asa Benally\, lighting design by Emma Deane\, sound design by Rory Stitt\, and mask design and creation by Cannupa Hanska Luger. As a co-production\, it showcases UM student actors\, designers\, and crew alongside the professionals. The cast includes students Shadie Wallette\, who previously performed in the 2023 staged reading\, and Octavio Jimenez\, who has toured the state over the past year with State of Mind\, a collaboration between The Rep and the University of Montana Co-Lab for Civic Imagination. UM Students in the crew include Ronnie Avansino as the Props Designer\, Rae Scott as the Assistant Stage Manager\, and Aaron Prati as the Assistant Lighting Designer. The playwright\, Kendra Mylnechuk Potter\, is a University of Montana alum\, and is based in Missoula. \n\n\n\n“I am humbled to have the opportunity to collaborate with so many artists in this meaningful way. And for the work to get to live on this particular stage where I first worked over 20 years ago as a student\, my “home stage” as it were\, is a straight up dream\,” Potter said. “The caliber of work – soup to nuts – from designers through performers\, is just such a treat for our town to get to share in\, and getting to mingle seasoned professionals at the top of their craft while highlighting the talent here in town with that of our UM student artists is a joy that brings this experience additional heart. My sincere hope is that we are able to provide a theatrical experience that feels like a useful contribution to the issues we seek to address: Missing and Murdered Indigenous People\, community care\, ecosystems\, and seeing what (and who) has been here all along.” \n\n\n\n“The School of Theatre and Dance is proud to partner with Montana Repertory Theatre to tell this vital story. We are so grateful to the Native artists\, The Roy Cockrum Foundation\, and to all involved for sharing their artistry\, talents and resources with our students and we look forward to welcoming audiences to the Montana Theatre to see Can’t Drink Salt Water\,” said Bernadette Sweeney\, Director of UM School of Theatre and Dance. \n\n\n\n This project began in 2019 with the idea to commission an original work from an Indigenous artist\, grounded in The Rep’s action-oriented Land Acknowledgement: “Montana Repertory Theatre acknowledges that we are in the aboriginal territories of the Salish and Kalispel people. We also acknowledge the privilege of gathering on this land to share stories. We pledge to always hold a place on our stages for the stories of this land and of its first peoples.” The original commission was supported by the Warren Miller Performing Arts Center in Big Sky\, Montana\, and this story was chosen by a nationwide team of Indigenous artists\, including Lily Gladstone\, DeLanna Studi\, Madeline Sayet\, and Andre Bouchard. \n\n\n\n“The Warren Miller Performing Arts Center (WMPAC) is thrilled to see the next phase of Can’t Drink Salt Water coming to life in Missoula this spring. Any chance we can get to help support new\, adventurous work like the piece that Kendra Mylnechuk Potter has created\, we’re fully on board\, especially when it comes to cultural realities that authentically embody lived experiences here in Montana\,” said John Zirkle\, Executive Director / Artistic Director at WMPAC. \n\n\n\nThis production is supported by a generous grant from The Roy Cockrum Foundation. Founded in 2014 by Roy Cockrum and Benita Hofstetter Koman with winnings from Mr. Cockrum’s Powerball lottery jackpot\, the Foundation’s mission is to award grants to support world-class performing arts projects in not-for-profit professional theatres throughout America. Since 2014\, 76 American theaters and performing arts organizations have received major grants from the Foundation. Inspiration for its mission derives from a Camus quote:“Without culture\, and the relative freedom it implies\, society\, even when perfect\, is but a jungle. This is why any authentic creation is a gift to the future.” ― Albert Camus\, The Myth of Sisyphus and Other Essays.This performance includes mature themes. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets LINK
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/montana-repertory-theatre-cant-drink-salt-water-with-um-school-of-theatre-dance-at-um-montana-theatre/2026-02-20/
LOCATION:UM Montana Theatre\, 32 Campus Drive\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59812\, United States
CATEGORIES:Indigenous,Play,Theatrical Plays
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SUMMARY:Montana Repertory Theatre "Can't Drink Salt Water" with UM School of Theatre & Dance at UM Montana Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Montana Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere of Kendra Mylnechuk Potter’s “Can’t Drink Salt Water” with the UM School of Theatre & Dance in the Montana Theatre with performances from Saturday\, February 14 through Sunday\, February 22\n\n\n\n\n\nDoors @ 30 minutes before show time \n\n\n\nWith transformative support from The Roy Cockrum Foundation\, and in partnership with UM School of Theatre and Dance\, Montana Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere of Kendra Mylnechuk Potter’s Can’t Drink Salt Water. The opening night of this gripping new play will take place Saturday\, February 14\, 2026 in the Montana Theatre on the UM Campus (PARTV Building)\, with eight additional performances following\, through February 22. \n\n\n\nJuxtaposing a mother’s relentless search for her missing daughter with the journey of a young woman newly arrived at Bethel House\, an evangelical shelter for victims of sex trafficking\, this timely story weaves together Native identity\, maternal grief\, contemporary religious faith\, humor\, and a call to action. The production showcases professional Indigenous talent from across the country\, including cast members Allison Hicks\, Jennifer Rader\, Serenity Mariana\, and Bradley Lewis\, costumes by Asa Benally\, lighting design by Emma Deane\, sound design by Rory Stitt\, and mask design and creation by Cannupa Hanska Luger. As a co-production\, it showcases UM student actors\, designers\, and crew alongside the professionals. The cast includes students Shadie Wallette\, who previously performed in the 2023 staged reading\, and Octavio Jimenez\, who has toured the state over the past year with State of Mind\, a collaboration between The Rep and the University of Montana Co-Lab for Civic Imagination. UM Students in the crew include Ronnie Avansino as the Props Designer\, Rae Scott as the Assistant Stage Manager\, and Aaron Prati as the Assistant Lighting Designer. The playwright\, Kendra Mylnechuk Potter\, is a University of Montana alum\, and is based in Missoula. \n\n\n\n“I am humbled to have the opportunity to collaborate with so many artists in this meaningful way. And for the work to get to live on this particular stage where I first worked over 20 years ago as a student\, my “home stage” as it were\, is a straight up dream\,” Potter said. “The caliber of work – soup to nuts – from designers through performers\, is just such a treat for our town to get to share in\, and getting to mingle seasoned professionals at the top of their craft while highlighting the talent here in town with that of our UM student artists is a joy that brings this experience additional heart. My sincere hope is that we are able to provide a theatrical experience that feels like a useful contribution to the issues we seek to address: Missing and Murdered Indigenous People\, community care\, ecosystems\, and seeing what (and who) has been here all along.” \n\n\n\n“The School of Theatre and Dance is proud to partner with Montana Repertory Theatre to tell this vital story. We are so grateful to the Native artists\, The Roy Cockrum Foundation\, and to all involved for sharing their artistry\, talents and resources with our students and we look forward to welcoming audiences to the Montana Theatre to see Can’t Drink Salt Water\,” said Bernadette Sweeney\, Director of UM School of Theatre and Dance. \n\n\n\n This project began in 2019 with the idea to commission an original work from an Indigenous artist\, grounded in The Rep’s action-oriented Land Acknowledgement: “Montana Repertory Theatre acknowledges that we are in the aboriginal territories of the Salish and Kalispel people. We also acknowledge the privilege of gathering on this land to share stories. We pledge to always hold a place on our stages for the stories of this land and of its first peoples.” The original commission was supported by the Warren Miller Performing Arts Center in Big Sky\, Montana\, and this story was chosen by a nationwide team of Indigenous artists\, including Lily Gladstone\, DeLanna Studi\, Madeline Sayet\, and Andre Bouchard. \n\n\n\n“The Warren Miller Performing Arts Center (WMPAC) is thrilled to see the next phase of Can’t Drink Salt Water coming to life in Missoula this spring. Any chance we can get to help support new\, adventurous work like the piece that Kendra Mylnechuk Potter has created\, we’re fully on board\, especially when it comes to cultural realities that authentically embody lived experiences here in Montana\,” said John Zirkle\, Executive Director / Artistic Director at WMPAC. \n\n\n\nThis production is supported by a generous grant from The Roy Cockrum Foundation. Founded in 2014 by Roy Cockrum and Benita Hofstetter Koman with winnings from Mr. Cockrum’s Powerball lottery jackpot\, the Foundation’s mission is to award grants to support world-class performing arts projects in not-for-profit professional theatres throughout America. Since 2014\, 76 American theaters and performing arts organizations have received major grants from the Foundation. Inspiration for its mission derives from a Camus quote:“Without culture\, and the relative freedom it implies\, society\, even when perfect\, is but a jungle. This is why any authentic creation is a gift to the future.” ― Albert Camus\, The Myth of Sisyphus and Other Essays.This performance includes mature themes. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets LINK
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/montana-repertory-theatre-cant-drink-salt-water-with-um-school-of-theatre-dance-at-um-montana-theatre/2026-02-21/1/
LOCATION:UM Montana Theatre\, 32 Campus Drive\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59812\, United States
CATEGORIES:Indigenous,Play,Theatrical Plays
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SUMMARY:Montana Repertory Theatre "Can't Drink Salt Water" with UM School of Theatre & Dance at UM Montana Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Montana Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere of Kendra Mylnechuk Potter’s “Can’t Drink Salt Water” with the UM School of Theatre & Dance in the Montana Theatre with performances from Saturday\, February 14 through Sunday\, February 22\n\n\n\n\n\nDoors @ 30 minutes before show time \n\n\n\nWith transformative support from The Roy Cockrum Foundation\, and in partnership with UM School of Theatre and Dance\, Montana Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere of Kendra Mylnechuk Potter’s Can’t Drink Salt Water. The opening night of this gripping new play will take place Saturday\, February 14\, 2026 in the Montana Theatre on the UM Campus (PARTV Building)\, with eight additional performances following\, through February 22. \n\n\n\nJuxtaposing a mother’s relentless search for her missing daughter with the journey of a young woman newly arrived at Bethel House\, an evangelical shelter for victims of sex trafficking\, this timely story weaves together Native identity\, maternal grief\, contemporary religious faith\, humor\, and a call to action. The production showcases professional Indigenous talent from across the country\, including cast members Allison Hicks\, Jennifer Rader\, Serenity Mariana\, and Bradley Lewis\, costumes by Asa Benally\, lighting design by Emma Deane\, sound design by Rory Stitt\, and mask design and creation by Cannupa Hanska Luger. As a co-production\, it showcases UM student actors\, designers\, and crew alongside the professionals. The cast includes students Shadie Wallette\, who previously performed in the 2023 staged reading\, and Octavio Jimenez\, who has toured the state over the past year with State of Mind\, a collaboration between The Rep and the University of Montana Co-Lab for Civic Imagination. UM Students in the crew include Ronnie Avansino as the Props Designer\, Rae Scott as the Assistant Stage Manager\, and Aaron Prati as the Assistant Lighting Designer. The playwright\, Kendra Mylnechuk Potter\, is a University of Montana alum\, and is based in Missoula. \n\n\n\n“I am humbled to have the opportunity to collaborate with so many artists in this meaningful way. And for the work to get to live on this particular stage where I first worked over 20 years ago as a student\, my “home stage” as it were\, is a straight up dream\,” Potter said. “The caliber of work – soup to nuts – from designers through performers\, is just such a treat for our town to get to share in\, and getting to mingle seasoned professionals at the top of their craft while highlighting the talent here in town with that of our UM student artists is a joy that brings this experience additional heart. My sincere hope is that we are able to provide a theatrical experience that feels like a useful contribution to the issues we seek to address: Missing and Murdered Indigenous People\, community care\, ecosystems\, and seeing what (and who) has been here all along.” \n\n\n\n“The School of Theatre and Dance is proud to partner with Montana Repertory Theatre to tell this vital story. We are so grateful to the Native artists\, The Roy Cockrum Foundation\, and to all involved for sharing their artistry\, talents and resources with our students and we look forward to welcoming audiences to the Montana Theatre to see Can’t Drink Salt Water\,” said Bernadette Sweeney\, Director of UM School of Theatre and Dance. \n\n\n\n This project began in 2019 with the idea to commission an original work from an Indigenous artist\, grounded in The Rep’s action-oriented Land Acknowledgement: “Montana Repertory Theatre acknowledges that we are in the aboriginal territories of the Salish and Kalispel people. We also acknowledge the privilege of gathering on this land to share stories. We pledge to always hold a place on our stages for the stories of this land and of its first peoples.” The original commission was supported by the Warren Miller Performing Arts Center in Big Sky\, Montana\, and this story was chosen by a nationwide team of Indigenous artists\, including Lily Gladstone\, DeLanna Studi\, Madeline Sayet\, and Andre Bouchard. \n\n\n\n“The Warren Miller Performing Arts Center (WMPAC) is thrilled to see the next phase of Can’t Drink Salt Water coming to life in Missoula this spring. Any chance we can get to help support new\, adventurous work like the piece that Kendra Mylnechuk Potter has created\, we’re fully on board\, especially when it comes to cultural realities that authentically embody lived experiences here in Montana\,” said John Zirkle\, Executive Director / Artistic Director at WMPAC. \n\n\n\nThis production is supported by a generous grant from The Roy Cockrum Foundation. Founded in 2014 by Roy Cockrum and Benita Hofstetter Koman with winnings from Mr. Cockrum’s Powerball lottery jackpot\, the Foundation’s mission is to award grants to support world-class performing arts projects in not-for-profit professional theatres throughout America. Since 2014\, 76 American theaters and performing arts organizations have received major grants from the Foundation. Inspiration for its mission derives from a Camus quote:“Without culture\, and the relative freedom it implies\, society\, even when perfect\, is but a jungle. This is why any authentic creation is a gift to the future.” ― Albert Camus\, The Myth of Sisyphus and Other Essays.This performance includes mature themes. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets LINK
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/montana-repertory-theatre-cant-drink-salt-water-with-um-school-of-theatre-dance-at-um-montana-theatre/2026-02-21/2/
LOCATION:UM Montana Theatre\, 32 Campus Drive\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59812\, United States
CATEGORIES:Indigenous,Play,Theatrical Plays
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SUMMARY:Montana Repertory Theatre "Can't Drink Salt Water" with UM School of Theatre & Dance at UM Montana Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Montana Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere of Kendra Mylnechuk Potter’s “Can’t Drink Salt Water” with the UM School of Theatre & Dance in the Montana Theatre with performances from Saturday\, February 14 through Sunday\, February 22\n\n\n\n\n\nDoors @ 30 minutes before show time \n\n\n\nWith transformative support from The Roy Cockrum Foundation\, and in partnership with UM School of Theatre and Dance\, Montana Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere of Kendra Mylnechuk Potter’s Can’t Drink Salt Water. The opening night of this gripping new play will take place Saturday\, February 14\, 2026 in the Montana Theatre on the UM Campus (PARTV Building)\, with eight additional performances following\, through February 22. \n\n\n\nJuxtaposing a mother’s relentless search for her missing daughter with the journey of a young woman newly arrived at Bethel House\, an evangelical shelter for victims of sex trafficking\, this timely story weaves together Native identity\, maternal grief\, contemporary religious faith\, humor\, and a call to action. The production showcases professional Indigenous talent from across the country\, including cast members Allison Hicks\, Jennifer Rader\, Serenity Mariana\, and Bradley Lewis\, costumes by Asa Benally\, lighting design by Emma Deane\, sound design by Rory Stitt\, and mask design and creation by Cannupa Hanska Luger. As a co-production\, it showcases UM student actors\, designers\, and crew alongside the professionals. The cast includes students Shadie Wallette\, who previously performed in the 2023 staged reading\, and Octavio Jimenez\, who has toured the state over the past year with State of Mind\, a collaboration between The Rep and the University of Montana Co-Lab for Civic Imagination. UM Students in the crew include Ronnie Avansino as the Props Designer\, Rae Scott as the Assistant Stage Manager\, and Aaron Prati as the Assistant Lighting Designer. The playwright\, Kendra Mylnechuk Potter\, is a University of Montana alum\, and is based in Missoula. \n\n\n\n“I am humbled to have the opportunity to collaborate with so many artists in this meaningful way. And for the work to get to live on this particular stage where I first worked over 20 years ago as a student\, my “home stage” as it were\, is a straight up dream\,” Potter said. “The caliber of work – soup to nuts – from designers through performers\, is just such a treat for our town to get to share in\, and getting to mingle seasoned professionals at the top of their craft while highlighting the talent here in town with that of our UM student artists is a joy that brings this experience additional heart. My sincere hope is that we are able to provide a theatrical experience that feels like a useful contribution to the issues we seek to address: Missing and Murdered Indigenous People\, community care\, ecosystems\, and seeing what (and who) has been here all along.” \n\n\n\n“The School of Theatre and Dance is proud to partner with Montana Repertory Theatre to tell this vital story. We are so grateful to the Native artists\, The Roy Cockrum Foundation\, and to all involved for sharing their artistry\, talents and resources with our students and we look forward to welcoming audiences to the Montana Theatre to see Can’t Drink Salt Water\,” said Bernadette Sweeney\, Director of UM School of Theatre and Dance. \n\n\n\n This project began in 2019 with the idea to commission an original work from an Indigenous artist\, grounded in The Rep’s action-oriented Land Acknowledgement: “Montana Repertory Theatre acknowledges that we are in the aboriginal territories of the Salish and Kalispel people. We also acknowledge the privilege of gathering on this land to share stories. We pledge to always hold a place on our stages for the stories of this land and of its first peoples.” The original commission was supported by the Warren Miller Performing Arts Center in Big Sky\, Montana\, and this story was chosen by a nationwide team of Indigenous artists\, including Lily Gladstone\, DeLanna Studi\, Madeline Sayet\, and Andre Bouchard. \n\n\n\n“The Warren Miller Performing Arts Center (WMPAC) is thrilled to see the next phase of Can’t Drink Salt Water coming to life in Missoula this spring. Any chance we can get to help support new\, adventurous work like the piece that Kendra Mylnechuk Potter has created\, we’re fully on board\, especially when it comes to cultural realities that authentically embody lived experiences here in Montana\,” said John Zirkle\, Executive Director / Artistic Director at WMPAC. \n\n\n\nThis production is supported by a generous grant from The Roy Cockrum Foundation. Founded in 2014 by Roy Cockrum and Benita Hofstetter Koman with winnings from Mr. Cockrum’s Powerball lottery jackpot\, the Foundation’s mission is to award grants to support world-class performing arts projects in not-for-profit professional theatres throughout America. Since 2014\, 76 American theaters and performing arts organizations have received major grants from the Foundation. Inspiration for its mission derives from a Camus quote:“Without culture\, and the relative freedom it implies\, society\, even when perfect\, is but a jungle. This is why any authentic creation is a gift to the future.” ― Albert Camus\, The Myth of Sisyphus and Other Essays.This performance includes mature themes. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets LINK
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/montana-repertory-theatre-cant-drink-salt-water-with-um-school-of-theatre-dance-at-um-montana-theatre/2026-02-22/1/
LOCATION:UM Montana Theatre\, 32 Campus Drive\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59812\, United States
CATEGORIES:Indigenous,Play,Theatrical Plays
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SUMMARY:Montana Repertory Theatre "Can't Drink Salt Water" with UM School of Theatre & Dance at UM Montana Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Montana Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere of Kendra Mylnechuk Potter’s “Can’t Drink Salt Water” with the UM School of Theatre & Dance in the Montana Theatre with performances from Saturday\, February 14 through Sunday\, February 22\n\n\n\n\n\nDoors @ 30 minutes before show time \n\n\n\nWith transformative support from The Roy Cockrum Foundation\, and in partnership with UM School of Theatre and Dance\, Montana Repertory Theatre presents the world premiere of Kendra Mylnechuk Potter’s Can’t Drink Salt Water. The opening night of this gripping new play will take place Saturday\, February 14\, 2026 in the Montana Theatre on the UM Campus (PARTV Building)\, with eight additional performances following\, through February 22. \n\n\n\nJuxtaposing a mother’s relentless search for her missing daughter with the journey of a young woman newly arrived at Bethel House\, an evangelical shelter for victims of sex trafficking\, this timely story weaves together Native identity\, maternal grief\, contemporary religious faith\, humor\, and a call to action. The production showcases professional Indigenous talent from across the country\, including cast members Allison Hicks\, Jennifer Rader\, Serenity Mariana\, and Bradley Lewis\, costumes by Asa Benally\, lighting design by Emma Deane\, sound design by Rory Stitt\, and mask design and creation by Cannupa Hanska Luger. As a co-production\, it showcases UM student actors\, designers\, and crew alongside the professionals. The cast includes students Shadie Wallette\, who previously performed in the 2023 staged reading\, and Octavio Jimenez\, who has toured the state over the past year with State of Mind\, a collaboration between The Rep and the University of Montana Co-Lab for Civic Imagination. UM Students in the crew include Ronnie Avansino as the Props Designer\, Rae Scott as the Assistant Stage Manager\, and Aaron Prati as the Assistant Lighting Designer. The playwright\, Kendra Mylnechuk Potter\, is a University of Montana alum\, and is based in Missoula. \n\n\n\n“I am humbled to have the opportunity to collaborate with so many artists in this meaningful way. And for the work to get to live on this particular stage where I first worked over 20 years ago as a student\, my “home stage” as it were\, is a straight up dream\,” Potter said. “The caliber of work – soup to nuts – from designers through performers\, is just such a treat for our town to get to share in\, and getting to mingle seasoned professionals at the top of their craft while highlighting the talent here in town with that of our UM student artists is a joy that brings this experience additional heart. My sincere hope is that we are able to provide a theatrical experience that feels like a useful contribution to the issues we seek to address: Missing and Murdered Indigenous People\, community care\, ecosystems\, and seeing what (and who) has been here all along.” \n\n\n\n“The School of Theatre and Dance is proud to partner with Montana Repertory Theatre to tell this vital story. We are so grateful to the Native artists\, The Roy Cockrum Foundation\, and to all involved for sharing their artistry\, talents and resources with our students and we look forward to welcoming audiences to the Montana Theatre to see Can’t Drink Salt Water\,” said Bernadette Sweeney\, Director of UM School of Theatre and Dance. \n\n\n\n This project began in 2019 with the idea to commission an original work from an Indigenous artist\, grounded in The Rep’s action-oriented Land Acknowledgement: “Montana Repertory Theatre acknowledges that we are in the aboriginal territories of the Salish and Kalispel people. We also acknowledge the privilege of gathering on this land to share stories. We pledge to always hold a place on our stages for the stories of this land and of its first peoples.” The original commission was supported by the Warren Miller Performing Arts Center in Big Sky\, Montana\, and this story was chosen by a nationwide team of Indigenous artists\, including Lily Gladstone\, DeLanna Studi\, Madeline Sayet\, and Andre Bouchard. \n\n\n\n“The Warren Miller Performing Arts Center (WMPAC) is thrilled to see the next phase of Can’t Drink Salt Water coming to life in Missoula this spring. Any chance we can get to help support new\, adventurous work like the piece that Kendra Mylnechuk Potter has created\, we’re fully on board\, especially when it comes to cultural realities that authentically embody lived experiences here in Montana\,” said John Zirkle\, Executive Director / Artistic Director at WMPAC. \n\n\n\nThis production is supported by a generous grant from The Roy Cockrum Foundation. Founded in 2014 by Roy Cockrum and Benita Hofstetter Koman with winnings from Mr. Cockrum’s Powerball lottery jackpot\, the Foundation’s mission is to award grants to support world-class performing arts projects in not-for-profit professional theatres throughout America. Since 2014\, 76 American theaters and performing arts organizations have received major grants from the Foundation. Inspiration for its mission derives from a Camus quote:“Without culture\, and the relative freedom it implies\, society\, even when perfect\, is but a jungle. This is why any authentic creation is a gift to the future.” ― Albert Camus\, The Myth of Sisyphus and Other Essays.This performance includes mature themes. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets LINK
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/montana-repertory-theatre-cant-drink-salt-water-with-um-school-of-theatre-dance-at-um-montana-theatre/2026-02-22/2/
LOCATION:UM Montana Theatre\, 32 Campus Drive\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59812\, United States
CATEGORIES:Indigenous,Play,Theatrical Plays
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SUMMARY:Missoula Home Grown Comedy Night at Draught Works
DESCRIPTION:Missoula’s Homegrown Comedy Night is back at Draught Works on Thursday\, February 26 at 8:30 pm\, with John Howard and six local comedians ready to bring the laughs\n\n\n\n\n\nMissoula\, your Thursday night just got booked. \n\n\n\nComedy Night is back at Draught Works on Thursday\, February 26 at 8:30 pm\, with John Howard and six local comedians from Homegrown Comedy ready to bring the laughs. \n\n\n\n Tickets include:• Entry to the show• A drink ticket for beer or hard seltzer  \n\n\n\nGrab your tickets through the link below before they’re gone — space is limited and Draught Works will be closed to the public during this ticketed event. If you don’t have a ticket\, you don’t have a seat. \n\n\n\nCome thirsty. Leave laughing. \n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets LINK
URL:https://missoulaunderground.com/mugevent/missoula-home-grown-comedy-night-at-draught-works/
LOCATION:Draught Works\, 915 Toole Avenue\, Missoula\, Montana\, 59802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beer,Comedy
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