THE O'SHAUGHNESSY'S
WOMEN OF SUBSTANCE SERIES
AT ST. CATHERINE UNIVERSITY
Celebrating over twelve substantial years, the Women of Substance series was founded in 1996 to encourage all women to find their voice and place on life's stage. The series, which hosts local, national and international artists, continually reminds audience members of both genders the importance of living lives of substance. With over 22,000 patrons annually, the series continues to grow with enthusiastic audiences and broad media appeal.
A demonstrated asset for St. Catherine University, the O'Shaughnessy attracts over 100,000 patrons annually from as far away as the United Kingdom to as close as the Highland Park neighborhood. .
WOMEN OF SUBSTANCE LECTURE SERIES
The O'Shaughnessy brings to its stage the most thoughtful and passionate women leaders who have gained international recognition in their fields including National Geographic's reporter Lisa Ling, the honorable Madeleine Albright, Nobel Laureate Poet Dr. Maya Angelou and a rare appearance by award winning author Toni Morrison.
WOMEN OF SUBSTANCE FINE ARTS SERIES
The fine arts are celebrated and highlighted with a mix of Minnesota and international artists including Emmy-Award winning actress Elaine Bromka, one of America's foremost comedians Lily Tomlin, eclectic multi-media artist Meredith Monk. Showcasing Minnesota artists from Ruth MacKenzie's KALEVALA and Theotokos to Margolis Brown Theater Company's sold our performance of SLEEPWALKERS, this series truly recognizes our very talent-rich region. Look for an exciting mix of dance, theater, ethnic and folk arts in these exceptional performances funded in part by the Minnesota State Arts Board and the National Endowment for the Arts.
WOMEN OF SUBSTANCE POP SERIES
In partnership with Sue McLean and Associates, our pop series presents national and international female musicians. These concerts feature hot acts that embody the best of their genre and sell to capacity. The series has featured a broad spectrum of pop, folk, country and jazz stars featuring Joan Baez, Cyndi Lauper, Tracy Chapman, k.d. lang, Joan Armatrading, Madeleine Peyroux, The Wailin' Jennys, Wynona Judd, Fiona Apple, Jewel, Diana Krall, Allison Kraus, Etta James, and many more.
