Category Archives:Comedy

Mar. 20.

Spring Fever is Official!

By GotMine | Posted in Civic Center News, Comedy, Concerts, Hockey, Sports, Theatre |
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Today marks the first day of Spring in the Northern Hemisphere, and we’re marking the new season with a fresh lineup of entertainment to fill your week!

Jim Gaffigan

Tuesday, March 20th, 7:00pm

One of the top 5 most successful touring comedians in the country, Gaffigan’s unique style of quiet humor has earned him recognition and a dedicated fan base. Having made an unprecedented number of appearances on shows ranging from Letterman to Conan, Gaffigan has proved himself a leading talent adored by a wide range of audiences.

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Dec. 20.

Giving the Gift of Quality Entertainment!

By GotMine | Posted in Black Hills Life, Civic Center News, Comedy, Community Events, Sports, Symphony, Theatre |
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Scrambling for something to give that uncle who has everything? Do the kids have enough play things to open their own toy store? Put down the meat and cheese platter, and save that spare candle that’s been tucked in your closet…It’s time to give the gift they’ll never forget – quality entertainment, of course! This holiday season treat your loved ones to a night out, where they’ll experience outstanding entertainment in the region’s premier events facility. Forget racing from store to store, desperately trying to find a gadget that will be forgotten by the end of December – the Rushmore Plaza Civic Center is hosting an event for everyone!

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Oct. 05.

Fall Fun for the Whole Family!

By GotMine | Posted in Black Hills Life, Civic Center News, Comedy, Community Events, Concerts, Theatre |
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What do a country superstar, your child’s favorite purple friend, a hilarious comedy tour, and a breathtaking showcase of Great Plains culture have in common? They’re all at the Civic Center this weekend! It’s the time of year when our facility is full of activity – just how we like it! With chilly temps headed our way this weekend, it’s the perfect time to head inside and enjoy the show…

Busch Light BOB and TOM Comedy All-Stars Tour

You know those mornings – coffee mug in hand, groggy eyed and sleep deprived, you switch on the radio and…things are looking up! For the last 16 years, The Bob and Tom Show has been entertaining our weekday mornings with news, sports, lifestyle content, and interviews with top actors, authors, and newsmakers. Now you can catch one of the highest-rated radio programs in America right here, featuring some of the world’s best comedians. This Friday, October 7th, The BOB and TOM Comedy All-Stars Tour will take the Fine Arts Theatre stage at 7:30pm. Come prepared to listen, laugh, and love every minute.

Miranda Lambert

What could be better after a busy summer than kicking back, relaxing, and taking in the vocal and performance talents of country superstar Miranda Lambert? Named the ACM Female Vocalist of the Year, Miranda will be headlining her Revolution Continues Tour with hits like “The House that Built Me,” and a drive to deliver a performance even better than her previous live show. Special guests Justin Moore and the Randy Rogers Band will get the evening started with their own hits and unique talent. Don’t miss out this Saturday, October 8th, 7:30pm in the Ice Arena.

Black Hills Powwow 25th Anniversary

Unique to our area and showcasing the beauty of Great Plains indigenous song and dance, the Black Hills Powwow is an American Indian Cultural Event renowned across the United States. Featuring hundreds of dancers, singers, and artisans, the event will also include a fine arts show, style show, scholarship pageant, wellness symposium, and numerous athletic tournaments. With this year’s theme of “Empowering Our Youth,” this one of a kind event is sure to leave you with lasting memories and an appreciation of our indigenous culture. Be sure to attend this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, taking place in the Don Barnett Arena.

Barney Live in Concert – Birthday Bash!

He’s full of energy, he’s roly poly purple, he’s everyone’s favorite singing dinosaur! The whole family is invited to Barney’s Birthday Party, featuring over 25 tunes and friends Baby Bop, BJ, and Riff! This interactive show is all about caring, sharing, and friendship, and is sure to delight the kids. Slip into a world of imagination and play, and get your tickets today! Sunday, October 9th, 1:00pm and 4:30pm in the Fine Arts Theatre.

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Nov. 10.

Jeff Dunham, Country Fair Arts & Crafts Show, RUSH Hockey, and More!

By GotMine | Posted in Black Hills Life, Civic Center News, Comedy, Community Events, Theatre |
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It’s not every weekend that you can take in a side-splitting ventriloquist, a Country Fair Arts and Crafts Show, a hockey game, and so much more! That’s why you won’t want to miss this weekend’s upcoming events at the Civic Center…

Jeff Dunham

On Saturday, November 13th, ventriloquist Jeff Dunham will take the Barnett Arena stage at 8:00 pm. Born in Dallas, Texas in 1962, Dunham has been praised as “America’s favorite comedian” by Slate.com, and is the top-grossing standup act in North America according to Pollstar. He has been the only person to receive the “Ventriloquist of the Year Award” twice, and was voted the Top Comic in Comedy Central’s “Stand-Up Showdown” by fans.

Dunham’s popularity originates from the wide variety of characters he presents on stage, from a grumpy old man named Walter, to a talking jalapeno on a stick, conveniently named Jose Jalapeno on a Stick. Dunham’s puppets have been described by Time as “politically incorrect, gratuitously insulting and ill tempered,” and audiences are loving every minute of Dunham’s outrageously honest show. 

Country Fair Arts & Crafts Show

This Saturday and Sunday also brings the Country Fair Arts & Crafts Show, a holiday showcase of hundreds of festive items to decorate your home. From 9:00 am – 5:00 pm on Saturday, and from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm on Sunday, you’ll be able to browse through an enormous selection of hand-crafted, local items to spruce up your home, or place under the tree as holiday gifts. As the weather finally turns chilly, what could be better than getting out of the cold to come shopping with your friends at one of the largest holiday displays of the season? See you there!

RUSH Hockey

Welcome home RUSH! This weekend, our hockey team will take on the Mississippi RiverKings at 7:05 on Friday, November 12th, and the Tulsa Oilers at 7:05 on Saturday, November 13th. Come and cheer on everyone’s favorite home team as they battle their way to the 2011 President’s Cup!   

…And if a ventriloquist, an arts and crafts show, and a hockey game aren’t enough, be sure to check out the Abbey Road Band in the Fine Arts Theatre on Saturday at 2:00 pm. The Beatles tribute band will take you back to the 1960’s, and leave you wanting to stay there. Still looking for something to do? How about the 2010 Martial Arts Championship, presented by Dynamic Martial Arts at 10:00 am on Saturday?

There’s something for everyone this weekend, so bring your holiday cheer, a zest for fun, and you’ll fit right in!

Oct. 04.

A Straight-Shootin’ Partner – Rodney Carrington

By GotMine | Posted in Civic Center News, Comedy |
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Life can be demanding and stressful…Deadlines to meet, bills to pay, that crazy family member who causes all the drama. Sometimes, we need someone who can relate, who can take the stage and remind us that it is only life, after all, and we shouldn’t be so dang serious about it…

Enter Rodney Carrington. If you’re looking for an evening of side-splitting humor, you won’t want to miss one of the highest grossing comedians in the country as he makes his appearance at the Rushmore Plaza Civic Center on Thursday, September 16th at 7:00 p.m.

The East Texas native has certainly managed to devise a comedic style all his own. The comedian, actor and writer has recorded eight major record label comedy albums, starred in his own television sitcom, “Rodney,” and co-wrote and co-starred in the film “Beer for my Horses” with fellow country singer Toby Keith.

Yet despite his association with the country sector, fans of all musical preferences are drawn to his routines. His show focuses on topics that everyone can relate to – married life, men and women, pickup trucks – regardless of the radio stations they’ve got programmed in their cars. According to Carrington, his performance “…All comes down to being honest and real.”

Aside from being hysterically candid, his routine is also spontaneous and continuously evolving. Carrington, who generally comes on stage in perfectly creased jeans, a western shirt, and a cowboy hat, doesn’t believe in scripting his show – many times he tries out new material on a whim. He also possesses a unique likeability. Maybe it’s his easy smile or his charming good looks – whatever the case, audiences are eating it up and coming back for more.

Although some of his material may be edgy, (you’ll want to leave the kids at home) Carrington’s intent is never to offend. His purpose is entertainment. Sure, life has its serious moments, but even those are subject to a few jabs. Carrington’s show has evolved out of what makes him laugh, and his audience seems to be in agreement.

So come and escape into Carrington’s world on September 16th at 7:00 p.m. – it may be a little wacky, possibly unpredictable, but it won’t disappoint.

As Carrington says, “Let yourself go – it’s ok to laugh.”