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Trollwood Performing Arts School

Name: Trollwood Performing Arts School
Address: 801 50th Avenue S, Moorhead, MN, 56560, US
Telephone: +12184776500
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Trollwood Performing Arts School, located at Bluestem Center for the Arts, is a unique arts organization committed to providing high quality arts education, exceptional community entertainment, and serves as a community events and exposition center. Trollwood serves as the managing arm for Bluestem Center for the Arts, a world-class facility headquartered in Moorhead, MN. The campus includes river

views, grassy meadows, woods and wildlife, outdoor stages, a 2,500-seat amphitheatre, and the beautiful Marcil Commons which serves as an educational center and rental space including warm, knotty pine rooms with beautiful park views. Trollwood Performing Arts School's youth programs are committed to providing high quality performing arts education and exceptional community entertainment. Since 1978, thousands of young people have spent their summers learning, growing, and making friends at Trollwood. Trollwood offers nine annual arts education, youth leadership and performance programs. The school deliberately incorporates the outdoors because it is our belief that a connection to the natural environment fosters creativity, self-discovery, and an understanding of a healthy way of being alive. With nature as a model, students gain a better appreciation of the value of diversity, adaptability, cooperation, and interdependence. As a program of the Fargo Public Schools, Trollwood is accredited through the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction.

11/22/2024

Congratulations to Horace High School on opening night of their fall musical You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown! Performances are tonight at 7:30 p.m., tomorrow at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets available here: https://ow.ly/LWyy50TY6a5

11/21/2024

Congratulations to Moorhead High School on opening night of its musical Big Fish! Performances are November 21-23 at 7 pm, November 24 at 2 pm, November 26 at 7:30 pm, and November 29-39 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets available here: https://ow.ly/8n8Z50Ubn2z

11/21/2024

Congratulations to South High School on opening night of their musical The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee! Performances are at 7:30 p.m. tonight through Saturday and at 2 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are available here: https://ow.ly/VW5450U6iUN

11/16/2024

Sertoma's Signing Santa will be at Trollwood on December 7 from 1-3 p.m. Hearing impaired and/or deaf children and their families are invited to celebrate with Santa and Mrs. Clause with holiday crafts, treats, and a visit with Signing Santa using American Sign Language!

Please RSVP by emailing [email protected]

11/01/2024

Congratulations to West Fargo High School on opening night of its musical Alice by Heart! Performances are this weekend November 1-3 and next weekend, November 8-10. Tickets are available here: https://ow.ly/lC9V50TXBIM

10/25/2024

Join the magic of the Trollwood Mainstage Musical this summer! Cast auditions for Mamma Mia! will be held February 22-26. Orchestra auditions will be held in March. Students may sign up for an audition slot by calling 218.477.6500 or emailing [email protected]. Students may also participate as a run crew member or technician by registering for summer programming.

10/04/2024

We’re ecstatic to announce Mamma Mia! As our 2025 Mainstage Musical proudly sponsored by Bell Bank!

We're taking audiences on an international vacation to paradise for a trip down the aisle they'll never forget! Join us in the Summer of 2025 for a musical spectacle of love, laughter, and friendship, driven by the songs of chart-topping pop sensations, ABBA.

Performance dates are set for July 22-26 and July 28-August 2. Cast Auditions will be held February 22-26 and Orchestra Auditions will be in March. Learn more here: https://trollwood.org/trollwood-presents-mamma-mia/

10/02/2024

We are so excited to continue introducing our Trollwood Mentorship Program coaches. Today, meet Trista Conzemius!

Trista Conzemius has taught at Minnesota State University Moorhead (MSUM) since 2000 and is an associate professor of Graphic & Interactive Design. She teaches courses from introductory to advanced level. Course subjects include digital design and layout, digital prepress, digital production, color correction, photo manipulation, design software, and mobile-to-desktop workflow.

Trista grew up in West Fargo and received her BS degree in Graphic Communications from MSUM in 1993. She focused on design and layout for print as well as prepress production, enhancing these skills while in college by working as the part-time design and prepress production person for Fargo Public Schools.

After graduation Trista moved to Minneapolis and worked for a design and printing company as a graphic designer, where she worked on projects for clients, developed campaigns, supervised prepress production with vendors, conducted press checks and quality control, and trained other employees on software use and prepress best practices. Upon moving back to Fargo, she first worked at a printing company as a graphic designer and on digital prepress production. She then accepted a job as a graphic designer and part of the web team within Public Relations at MeritCare Health Systems.

Trista returned to school and received her BS in Education in 2000 before coming to work at MSUM. She received her Master of Arts in Communication with an emphasis on graphics in advertising in 2005. She is excited to now join the Trollwood Mentorship program as a coach for students interested in the graphic arts!

09/29/2024

We are so excited to continue introducing our Trollwood Mentorship Program coaches. Today, meet J.J. Gordon!

J.J. Gordon is a actor, radio host, comedian, small business owner and ice cream enthusiast!

Born and raised in Fargo, ND - J.J. attended Columbia College in Chicago while studying improv and comedy at The Second City and iO (formerly the Improv Olympic). After returning to Fargo, J.J. took over the duties of Artistic Director of The LineBenders Comedy Troupe.

Thousands of shows in over 20 states and countless audience members are the calling card of his experience as a touring comedian. You’d be hard pressed to find an American Legion or gymnasium he hasn’t had the great pleasure of attending and “making something out of nothing.”

Since 2017, you have heard him on the #1 rated mid-day talk show “It Takes Two with Amy & J.J.” on KFGO radio. Highlighting community events, inspiring stories and some good old fashioned fun, hosting a radio program has been one of the great joys of J.J.’s life.

Improv and education are passions for J.J. and he is proud to say that he has advised improv clubs at Fargo South and Fargo North High Schools for a combined tenure of more than 10 years. Plus, corporate trainings as well as participating in a decades worth of Crisis Intervention Training for law enforcement and first responders over the tri-state area.

Credits include: Mayor Shinn in The Music Man, Mr. Sowerberry in Oliver!, Theo in The Underpants, Pastor Greg in Hand to God, a viral Doritos competition commercial with over 50 million views, various long form improv shows and festival performances.

09/25/2024

We have introduced several of our artistic coaches who are leading our Trollwood Mentorship Program students this school year, today we want to share more about our Student Mentor Shawn Brekke, who works with our students and coaches to help provide each student with personalized support to achieve their artistic ambitions.

Shawn Brekke serves as the Student Mentor for the Trollwood Mentorship Program. He earned his Bachelor of Music Education degree at the University of Oregon (1991) and his Master of Education degree at Minnesota State University-Moorhead (1995), where he also served as a graduate assistant. He began his music education career in Minnesota – Lake Park (1993), Dilworth (1994), and Detroit Lakes (1998), later finding a home at Fargo Schools (2000). Shawn retired from classroom teaching in 2023 and joined the FPS Virtual Academy and Trollwood teams in 2024.

Shawn, his wife, Kathie Brekke, and their son, Daniel Brekke, all perform professionally in the F-M area and the surrounding region. Each summer, you will find Shawn and Kathie at Jasper’s Theater (2004), a music and variety show venue in Park Rapids, MN, where they serve as operational staff and performers.

09/22/2024

We are still blown away by the incredible performances by our students this past summer in The Addams Family, Fix it in Post, Matilda Jr., and W***y Wonka Kids. Keep an eye out for announcements about our 2025 season. Can't wait to see you all on stage again!

09/19/2024

We are thrilled with the collection of artistic coaches who are guiding our Trollwood Mentorship Program students this fall and want to introduce and thank each of them. Meet Dan Brekke!

Dan spent the greater part of his life as a working traveling musician around the Midwest with several bands including the Johnny Holm Band and his own band. He spent several years in Nashville playing clubs on lower Broadway, working at the Grand Ole Opry, recording songs, and crafting his songwriting.

As a coach, he is mentoring students in songwriting, applied guitar and piano theory, audio recording, and general music business development.

He looks forward to helping students grow in their musical journey!

09/15/2024

We are so excited to continue introducing our Trollwood Mentorship Program coaches. Today, meet Matt Gasper!

Matt Gasper lives in Moorhead, MN and is currently a master instructor and owner of Gasper’s School of Dance (Fargo, ND), Artistic Director of the Fargo-Moorhead Ballet (a non-profit professional ballet company in Fargo, ND) and adjunct professor and head of the theatre dance program at North Dakota State University (NDSU). His contributions to the dance community and the art form throughout his thirty plus year career include roles as principal dancer, master instructor, choreographer, dance adjudicator, and artistic director.

Matt was a company member and performed with Cleveland San Jose Ballet Company in principal roles for productions of Nutcracker, Rodeo, Coppelia, Swan Lake, and Blue Suede Shoes.

After his time with the ballet company, Matt moved to New York City where he studied dance and pursued musical theatre, adding productions like Appleamondo’s Dreams, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Guys and Dolls, West Side Story, and Fiddler on the Roof to his vita, along with television and film productions Center Stage, The Drew Carey Show, Picture This, and Blue Suede Shoes. A few of the master instructors Matt has studied under include David Howard, Erick Hawkins, Luigi, Dennis Nahat, and Bob Richard.

An ABT-Certified Instructor, Matt has taught as a guest master instructor around the United States. His choreography work has been performed regionally and nationally at Regional Dance America (RDA), dance festivals, as well as dance competitions.

09/12/2024

This past summer of Trollwood Academy and Totally Trollwood Academy was such a special time; we wish we could time travel back to June! But it's sure to be another great summer next year! Be on the lookout for more info about registration this winter!

09/11/2024

Thank you to Fargo Kiwanis for the generous donation to Trollwood's STAR Program! This money will help youth facing extraordinary challenges receive free arts training, transportation, class supplies, and meals as well as guidance from caring adults to help them reach their full potential.

09/10/2024

We are thrilled to provide more detailed introductions to the coaches who are guiding the artistic journeys of our Trollwood Mentorship Program students. Meet Kathie Brekke!

Kathie Brekke is a cornerstone of the music and education scene in our region having over 30 years of dedicated service. As the driving force behind the acclaimed 42nd Street Jazz Band, she’s led the ensemble through performances all around the region. Her contributions extend beyond the stage, as she hosts Fargo’s longest-running jazz night and has produced, directed and performed in captivating shows at Jasper’s Theater.

With a commitment to nurturing talent, Kathie has served as the director of vocal jazz ensembles at Concordia College and taught commercial keyboards and jazz piano at MSUM. Her influence reaches far beyond collegiate settings; she’s also lent her guidance as the director of choirs at Moorhead High School, shaping the musical journeys of countless students.

In her private studio, Kathie has had the pleasure of nurturing aspiring performers, many of whom have gone on to thrive on Broadway and in the professional music industry. Her infectious energy and deep-rooted connection to both the community and her students have earned her widespread admiration. Excited to continue empowering the next generation of artists, Kathie eagerly embraces her role as a coach in the Trollwood Mentorship Program, where she’s poised to inspire and guide budding talents as they pursue their passions.

09/08/2024

Now that we're into September and fall is right around the corner, this is a perfect time to reflect on a spectacular summer of 2024 at Trollwood. Thanks to every single person who helped make it one to remember!

09/06/2024

This fall, our Trollwood Mentorship Program students are being led through their artistic journeys by incredible coaches with expertise and experience in a wide array of artistic endeavors. We are grateful to all of our artistic coaches who have graciously agreed to join our mentorship team. This fall's mentorship team includes Kathie Brekke, Matt Gasper, Dan Brekke, JJ Gordon, and is coordinated by Student Talent Mentor Shawn Brekke with assistance from Max Nielsen.

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801 50th Avenue S
Moorhead, MN
56560

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+12184776500

Website

http://trollwood.org/

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Today or tomorrow? Today.... or.... Tomorrow? There are performances of Fix it in Post TODAY AND TOMORROW! Come see this comedy about the making of a movie at 7 p.m. at Fargo South High School. And just to be safe, why not see it both nights!? Get your tickets here: https://trollwood.org/box-office/

Listen to the director ... no, the other director! Come see The Trollwood Players production of Fix it in Post! a story about a movie, but on a stage at 7 p.m. this Wednesday and Thursday at Fargo South High School. Tickets available here: https://trollwood.org/box-office/

There's gonna be a show! About a movie! On stage! Come see the Trollwood Players production of Fix it in Post next Wednesday and Thursday, August 7 & 8 at Fargo South High School. Get your tickets here: https://trollwood.org/box-office/

Is it a show? Or a movie? On stage? On screen? It's a show about a movie, on a stage, with a screen! Come see Fix it in Post! on August 7 & 8!

August 7 or August 8!? Which is it!? IT'S BOTH! Come see Fix it in Post! on either day ... OR BOTH!

Listen to the director ... no, the other director! Come see The Trollwood Players production of Fix it in Post! a story about a movie, but on a stage at 7 p.m. August 7 & 8!

Join us for a haunted mansion full of laughs! The Addams Family is a musical comedy sure to delight the whole family. Get your tickets NOW for performances at 8:30 p.m. tonight through Saturday! Tickets available at the Trollwood Box Office, 218-477-6502, or online here: https://trollwood.org/box-office/

Looking for some quality family entertainment this weekend? Come on out to Bluestem and enjoy a staple of F-M summertime entertainment, the Trollwood Mainstage Musical! The Addams Family is a comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family. Get your tickets now for performances tonight and next week Tuesday-Saturday. https://tickets.trollwood.org/event?e=ZOo

The Addams Family is a musical comedy sure to delight the whole family. Get your tickets NOW for performances at 8:30 p.m. tonight, tomorrow, and next week Tuesday-Saturday, July 23-27! Tickets available at the Trollwood Box Office, 218-477-6502, or online here: https://trollwood.org/box-office/

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Come on out to Bluestem and enjoy a staple of F-M summertime entertainment, the Trollwood Mainstage Musical! The Addams Family is a comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family. Get your tickets now for performances tonight-Saturday, and next week Tuesday-Saturday. https://tickets.trollwood.org/event?e=ZOo

Join us for a haunted mansion full of laughs! The Addams Family is a musical comedy sure to delight the whole family. Get your tickets NOW for performances at 8:30 p.m. tonight through Saturday, and next week Tuesday-Saturday, July 23-27! Tickets available at the Trollwood Box Office, 218-477-6502, or online here: https://trollwood.org/box-office/

The Addams Family opens tonight with performances Tuesday-Saturday this week and next week, July 16-20 & 23-27! Don't miss out on the musical spectacle of the summer, get your tickets now! https://trollwood.org/box-office/