Films & Events Coming Soon!
Framing The Series - A documentary series presented by WUWU Radio 100.1 FM & The Elberta Heritage Center
Prairie Prophecy
April 22, 7pm, FREE
On Earth Day, our attention turns to the land itself. A screening of Prairie Prophecy encourages audiences to consider how agriculture, ecology, and sustainability intersect with citizenship and intergenerational responsibility. Jackson’s work challenges us to imagine a republic that treats the earth as part of the public trust.
"Prairie Prophecy" is a tribute to Wes Jackson's enduring legacy and a call to action for the next generation of farmers, scientists, and environmental stewards. Jackson, a visionary scientist, farmer, and co-founder of The Land Institute, has spent his life pioneering a bold new approach to agriculture that challenges humanity to rethink its relationship with the Earth. He has inspired a global movement toward sustainability and ecological harmony through his transformative work in perennial and natural systems agriculture. This film takes viewers on an intimate journey through Jackson's life, from his humble beginnings in rural Kansas to his transformative vision of "natural systems agriculture." Featuring rare archival footage, insights from collaborators, and powerful moments from the prairie fields that inspired his life's work, the story weaves together personal passion, scientific innovation, humor, and the urgency of preserving Earth's fragile ecosphere.
Post-film discussion will be facilitated by Ed Hoogterp.
The Drama
R 105 MIN
A happily engaged couple is put to the test when an unexpected turn sends their wedding week off the rails.
Friday April 24th @7:30pm
Saturday April 25th @7:30pm
sundaY April 26th @1:00pM-(open captioning/Subtitles), & @4:00pm
An Evening with Matthew Burtner
Wednesday, April 29, 6pm @ The Garden Theater
FREE ADMISSION
Matthew Burtner is an Emmy Award–winning composer whose work bridges music, science, technology, and ecology. Born in Alaska and deeply influenced by northern landscapes, Burtner is known internationally for transforming environmental data—such as the rhythms of glaciers, wind, and water—into immersive musical experiences. His work has been featured by NASA, PBS NewsHour, National Geographic, and the BBC, among many others.
This event will help introduce the community to Matthew through conversation, sharing of past works, and a participatory sound experience.
The project is a collaboration between the Elberta Labor Heritage Center, Sawbill Surf Club, and Interlochen Public Radio (IPR).
More information at the link below.
*This project is supported in part by Arts Midwest and the National Endowment for the Arts.
Fresh Coast Film Festival Traverse City presents
Stories of Hope
Thursday April 30 7PM
To help kick off the inaugural Fresh Coast Film Festival Traverse City, several regional theaters are hosting a FREE Opening Night Screening of inspiring short documentaries that will be in this year's festival!
Doors Open: 6:00 PM ET
Program Begins: 7:00 PM ET
FREE Admission
Hope isn’t always a grand anthem - often, it’s a quiet melody found in simple stories. Like a sprout breaking through concrete, small narratives remind us that even in stillness, we are always still finding our way.
Presented by Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy and Leelanau Conservancy and Little Traverse Conservancy with support from Interlochen Public Radio.
More info on the festival and program at the link below.
Songwriters In The Round
featuring Andrew Dost, Joan Shelley, Tim Jones, & Courtney Kaiser-Sandler
Thursday May 21st @ 7:30pm
Tickets will go on sale for Garden Theater Members on April 20th, then to the general public on April 24th.
Andrew Dost is a grammy award-winning musician who was a member of the chart topping band Fun. and now performs with his band Metal Bubble Trio. And is a Frankfort native!
Joan Shelley is a singer-songwriter who's music has been universally praised and has been featured on the likes of IPR's Tiny Desk, Fresh Air with Terry Gross, and now our stage!
Tim Jones has contributed to hundreds of records including collaborations with the Black Crowes, My Morning Jacket, and has also led songwriting workshops with Art of Elysium, Country Music Hall of Fame, and the Interlochen Center for the Arts.
Courtney Kaiser-Sandler is the Associate Director of Contemporary Music and Collaborative Projects at Interlochen Arts Academy as well as the founder of the singer-songwriter program. And, a veteran of our stage!