The Holland Theatre

Brian Hoffman as Red Skelton This Red Skelton Tribute Artist grew up on a farm in North Dakota. Graduating from high school and starting his own welding business in the oilfields, he always used humor to get the jobs he landed. Soon the big oil boom of the 1980’s ended forcing him into driving truck over the road to support his wife and two sons. As his driving career took him from one state to the next, people insisted he…

Based on the beloved Disney movie, your favorite British nanny is back! Mary Poppins JR. holds all the magic and unforgettable songs and dances of the original award-winning Broadway musical with the simplicity of this shorter version. With so much charm and fun, it will be a wonder how they can hit all the high notes before the day even ends. Come and see this enchanting tale of how one nanny can teach a whole family the importance of valuing…

Bruce Molsky, “one of America’s premier fiddling talents” (Mother Jones) and Grammy-nominated artist on fiddle, banjo, guitar and song is delighted to present his new group already on tour in the US. Bruce’s previous collaborations, with Anonymous 4, 1865 – Songs of Hope and Home from the American Civil War, was released to rave reviews and was on the top 10 Billboard charts for weeks. He is also a special guest on legendary guitarist Mark Knopfler’s latest CD, Tracker and is…

“Intimate acoustic folk anchored by butter-smooth close-harmony vocals and minimalist-yet-sophisticated arrangements” — Rolling Stone Country “a duo that pairs tasteful harmony vocals with two-person musical arrangements that weave together bluegrass and the darker side of folk.” — No Depression The Brother Brothers are Adam and David Moss, identical twins carrying on the folk tradition for a new generation. Using minimal instrumentation, heartfelt lyricism, and harmonies so natural they seem to blend into one beautiful voice, the siblings draw on the…

A.J. Croce performs Croce Plays Croce, a special night of music featuring a complete set of classics by his late father Jim Croce, some of his own tunes, and songs that influenced both him and his father. This special event features such timeless songs as “Operator,” “You Don’t Mess Around with Jim,” “Time in a Bottle,” (a song written for A.J.), “Rapid Roy (The Stock Car Boy), and “Lovers Cross”, to name a few. Throughout the evening, A.J. speaks on his…

Choor, Inner Mongolia in China Born on the vast Inner Mongolian plains, members of Choor grew up in herding families with the sounds and rhythms of these grasslands in their hearts. Choor are masters of an age-old art form which features the beautiful sounds of horsehead fiddles and captivating, world-famous khoomii throat singing.   This week-long residency will provide deep exposure to a treasure of international music and culture to our local audiences.  Specifically, the group will visit local schools…

Lunasa is internationally acknowledged as being the finest traditional Irish instrumental outfit of recent times. They are renowned for their stunning shows honed by superb musicianship and a constant touring cycle.The Holland eagerly awaits their return to our restored theater - this time on the heels of St. Patrick's Day.  Please join us for the party!   Lúnasa is composed of Kevin Crawford (flutes, low whistles and tin whistles), Trevor Hutchinson (double bass), Ed Boyd (guitar), Seán Smyth (fiddle and…

“Few groups have come as far in such a short period of time as The Steel Wheels…” – NPR’s Mountain Stage Virginia-based acoustic roots music collective The Steel Wheels have announced the July 12th release of their 7th full-length album, Over The Trees. Recorded in Maine with producer Sam Kassirer, Over The Trees draws attention to the impeccable harmonies of the four original members: Trent Wagler (guitar/banjo), Eric Brubaker (fiddle), Brian Dickel (bass), and Jay Lapp (guitars/mandolin). Kevin Garcia, who plays multiple percussion instruments, keyboard, and mallet-based…