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Fall Patio Show Featuring Charlie Parr

Charlie Parr, man in a plaid shirt holding a guitar, standing in a desert-themed setting with cacti.
Nicolet College Theatre - Lakeside Center Patio
Admission: $16.00

Nicolet College students and children under 12: FREE Admission

Patio, bar, and grill open at 6 pm. Show starts at 6:30.

Join us as we transform the college’s Lakeside Center Patio into a waterfront concert venue. As the summer winds down and the sun sets over Lake Julia, one of America’s most compelling folk artists will share his craft in an evening of music that will linger long after the final note.

Charlie Parr is a troubadour in the truest sense whose raw, soulful sound and deeply rooted storytelling have earned him national recognition. Often described as a humble master of the 21st-century folk tradition, Parr has been recording in Duluth, Minnesota, since 2002, and the spirit of the Lake Superior port town—along with memories of his childhood in Austin, Minnesota—runs deeply through his music. Drawing inspiration from traditional blues and folk legends such as Lead Belly and Woody Guthrie, Parr crafts songs shaped by the people, places, and experiences he encounters on the road. His distinctive blend of lyrical poetry, masterful musicianship, and authentic performance style creates a powerful connection with audiences, making each show both intimate and unforgettable.

In partnership with WXPR.

Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra

Musicians perform on stage, playing violins and flutes, wearing formal black attire.
Nicolet College Theatre - Lakeside Center
Admission: $20.00

The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra returns to Rhinelander for the first time since 2017! Join us as we host members of the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra for a chamber ensemble performance at Nicolet College.

Following a separate performance at Rhinelander High School on September 29, the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra will present an additional event at Nicolet College on September 30. Approximately three chamber ensembles, each made up of 3–5 musicians, will perform in the Nicolet College Theatre.

The planning committee for the project to bring the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra back to Rhinelander includes representatives from ArtStart, Nicolet College, the Nicolet College Foundation, the School District of Rhinelander, the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, and interested community members. Together, these partners are working collaboratively to support a meaningful cultural and educational experience for the Rhinelander community, strengthening local access to world-class orchestral music and fostering community engagement through the arts.