Posted 6:45 p.m. Tuesday, June 28, 2011
The Kids from Wisconsin, an ensemble featuring some of the state’s most talented musicians, will perform at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 9, at UW-La Crosse.
[/caption] The Kids from Wisconsin are coming to UW-La Crosse. The ensemble featuring some of the state’s most talented musicians will perform at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 9, in Valhalla, Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition.
The Kids from Wisconsin group was conceived and developed in 1969 by the Wisconsin State Fair Board to show the nation the best face of Wisconsin's youth following the turbulence of the ’60s. More than 400 young entertainers were auditioned, and 60 achieved positions in the first edition of the Kids from Wisconsin. Since, nearly 700 young artists have participated in the program with many going on to excel as performers, music educators, college professors, entertainers, choreographers and top professionals in a wide variety of fields.
Today, the Kids from Wisconsin ensemble performs at county fairs, festivals and conventions throughout the continent. The musical revue has helped raise thousands of dollars for worthy charitable organizations. The Kids from Wisconsin group maintains a demanding schedule each summer, performing 65 to 70 shows during the months of June, July and August. For more information see www.kidsfromwisconsin.org.
Tickets on sale now!
Tickets are $5 for UW-L students, $7 for senior citizens and those 18 and under, and $10 for others. Tickets will be sold via phone only prior to the show at 608.785.8892 and 608.785.8888 from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. weekdays. Tickets can also be purchased the day of the show.
If you go —
Who: Kids from Wisconsin
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 9
Where: Valhalla, UW-La Crosse Cartwright Center-Gunning Addition
Admission: $5 for UW-L students, $7 for senior citizens and those 18 and under, and $10 for others. Tickets will be sold via phone only prior to the show at 608.785.8892 and 608.785.8888 from 8 a.m.–4 p.m. weekdays. Also available at the door.