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Southeastern’s Opera/Music Theatre Workshop closes out Fanfare at the Columbia Theatre with Mozart’s final opera, complete with a live orchestra. This timeless fantasy tells the story of Prince Tamino and his odd companion, Papageno, on their quest to rescue the daughter of the Queen of the Night.

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Southeastern's Dance Program celebrates three years of alumni choreographers presenting an exciting evening of dance on the Columbia stage.

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You don’t want to miss this incredible LIVE event! Jefferson Performing Arts presents a live musical version of the classic television holiday special. See Rudolph, Bumble, Yukon Cornelius, and all your favorite characters in person, while enjoying all of the classic songs from the special performed by a live orchestra!

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Night one of the Columbia Theatre's annual holiday extravaganza features phenomenal, live, big band holiday music, plus live carolers, pics with Santa, and free hot cocoa from Candlestick Bakery. Rumor has it there may also be a Grinch sighting...

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Night two of the Columbia's Holiday Extravaganza features a screening of the 2000 live-action movie, Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas, starring Jim Carrey. Before the movie enjoy live caroling, a chance to take pictures with Santa, and free hot cocoa from Courtyard Cafe.

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It’s the ultimate Hammond yuletide tradition! Featuring the combined talents of professionals and all-star locals, the Hammond Ballet Company brings their timeless classic home to the Columbia just in time for the holidays.

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You came to a party to see KISS perform live. Now you'll be lucky if you leave the party alive. Put on your best KISS concert attire and join us for live music, delicious food, tasty drinks, and enough hairspray to set downtown Hammond ablaze! Presented in partnership with One Thirteen, Candlestick Bakery, and Red, White and Brew.

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The Columbia Theatre’s Concerts for a Cause series continues as local musicians The Playback Theory bring you an evening of live music celebrating the Hall of Fame careers of legendary rockers Tom Petty and Stevie Nicks. This concert is a fundraiser for the SnoBalls, a local performing group that provides scholarships for area youth to attend summer camps in art, music, dance, and theatre.

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Presented in partnership with Southeastern Theatre and Southeastern’s Department of Music and Performing Arts, the Columbia Theatre brings you one of the strangest and most beloved musicals of all time! Get ready for love, laughter, a nerdy florist, a sadistic dentist, harmonizing street urchins, and a man-eating plant from outer space!

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The 25th annual Bill Evans Jazz Festival features an entire week of outstanding live jazz performances! From intimate combos in our Studio Theatre to big band shows in the beautiful Hainkel Auditorium, the Bill Evans Jazz Festival has something for everyone. This year's festival features guest artist Michael Wolff.

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The tradition continues! Even if you hate sand, there’s plenty to love about this exciting prequel. From Yoda in lightsaber combat to the epic battle between Obi Wan and Jango Fett, don’t miss your chance to see the beginning of the Clone Wars on the big screen. Free popcorn and Star Wars “swag bag” included with your purchase while supplies last.

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