Big Top Chautauqua Box Office & The Backstage

Open Mic Night at The Backstage

A celebration of the music of Prince.

at The Big Top ​Larkin Poe’s latest album “Bloom" (GRAMMY nominated for Best Americana Album) sees the dynamic sister duo venturing further along on their evolving musical journey with a collection of songs that resonate with introspection, authenticity, and a profound connection to their roots in American music. Produced and largely co-written by Megan, Rebecca, and Tyler Bryant, the album marks a significant evolution for Larkin Poe, reflecting a synergy that extends beyond mere musical partne

Hosted by Baba Fats

at The Big Top ​American Stories, out of the many...one Stories as diverse as the tapestry of cultures that make up America, told with music, dialogue and beautiful history imagery. From songs that capture the adventures of 17th century French Voyageurs to those of 18th century Wisconsin farmers, from songs that portray the fervor of Western expansion to those telling the sobering story of Little Crow, the Chief of the Mdewakanton Dakota people. The music in this show captures small "snap shots

at The Big Top Galvanized in the late 70's by The Clash and an aversion to the austere policies of Margaret Thatcher, Billy Bragg set out to inspire political engagement and empathy, and he hasn’t deviated from that path. He has performed numerous benefit shows over the years - for the miners, the Labour party, CND, the jobless, the homeless and many more, and has run the Left Field political stage at Glastonbury for the last 15 years. In 2023 Billy celebrated a remarkable 40 years as Britain’s

Fuses elements of country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel and blues in a convention-defying manner.

at The Big Top ​ ​The Jayhawks and their rootsy sound were definitely swimming against the tide when they emerged from a crowded Minnesota music scene in 1985. Over the course of almost 4 decades, 11 albums, countless memorable live shows and enough personal drama to fill a couple of Behind the Music episodes, this beloved band soared to heights few ever achieve while winning the hearts and minds of numerous critics, fans and peers in the process. After releasing two Indie albums in the 80s The

Worldwide Best Tribute Band. Returning for Big Top's fortieth season.

at The Big Top Judy Collins has long inspired audiences with sublime vocals, boldly vulnerable songwriting, personal life triumphs, and a firm commitment to social activism. In the 1960s, she evoked both the idealism and steely determination of a generation united against social and environmental injustices. Five decades later, her luminescent presence shines brightly as new generations bask in the glow of her iconic 55-album body of work, and heed inspiration from her spiritual discipline to th

at The Big Top ​ If this water could speak, what would it say? Chock full of original songs, wonderful stories old and new, along with spectacular images on the Big Top screen, "Superior! Songs & Stories of the Big Lake" invites you to celebrate the power, majesty, beauty, and history of "this water" - the greatest of the Great Lakes - SUPERIOR! Cast: Written & directed by Jan Lee, Music Direction by Severin Behnen — Randy Sabien, Jane Aleckson, Tom Mitchell, Danielle Diamond, James Shafstall, P

at The Big Top The Chequamegon Bay Jazz Collective is a Big Band that is in its fifth year of functioning. The group was founded in 2021 by music director Brett Hulmer in collaboration with his music educator extraordinaire mother, Christine Hulmer. The idea was that we certainly could fill a full functioning big band with entirely area musicians. And that this band would function strictly for use of live performance, community engagement, and music education. Keeping jazz alive through collabor

at The Big Top ​The original cast of "Big Top Opry" is back this summer having stuffed 12 more years of classic country into their lives since the show's debut in 2014. The Blue Canvas Orchestra's Corey Carlson and Severin Behnen are the curators of the music and co-creators of this show that pays homage to some of the Grand Ole Opry's most iconic performers. The music of Patsy Cline, Marty Robbins, Hank Williams, Ernest Tubb, Johnny Cash and Kitty Wells will fill the tent in a celebration of th

Multi-day festival, August 14-16

An elegant, soulful singer with well-crafted, reflective music.

at The Big Top ​If this water could speak, what would it say? Chock full of original songs, wonderful stories old and new, along with spectacular images on the Big Top screen, "Superior! Songs & Stories of the Big Lake" invites you to celebrate the power, majesty, beauty, and history of "this water" - the greatest of the Great Lakes - SUPERIOR! Cast: Written & directed by Jan Lee, Music Direction by Severin Behnen — Randy Sabien, Jane Aleckson, Tom Mitchell, Danielle Diamond, James Shafstall, Ph