THE O'SHAUGHNESSY'S
WOMEN OF SUBSTANCE SERIES
AT THE COLLEGE OF ST. CATHERINE
Celebrating over ten substantial years, the Women of Substance series was founded in 1996 to encourage ordinary women to find their voice and place on life's stage. The series, which hosts local and national artists, continually reminds audience members of both genders the importance of living lives of substance.
In the past decade the Women of Substance Series had presented over 120 events featuring more than 75 different artists. The concept has grown with enthusiastic audiences and broad media appeal. With over 21,000 patrons during the 10th anniversary Women of Substance season alone, The O'Shaughnessy is proudly the second largest theatrical venue in the city of St. Paul.
A demonstrated asset for the College of St. Catherine, the O'Shaughnessy has attracted over 100,000 patrons annually from as far away as the United Kingdom to as close as the Highland Park neighborhood. The auditorium has received public praise for it's diverse programming, and is experiencing a Renaissance as it embarks on its second decade of substantial programming.
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. To the delight of the Twin Cities Community, in the spring of 2008 will be welcoming Dr. Maya Angelou for her eight appearance as part of our lecture series.
WOMEN OF SUBSTANCE FINE ARTS SERIES
The fine arts are celebrated and highlighted with a mix of national and Minnesota artists including TEA FOR THREE: Lady Bird, Pat and Betty starring Emmy Award winning Elaine Bromka, one of America's foremost comedians Lily Timline, gospel and civil rights group Sweet Honey In the Rock and eclectic multi-media artist Meredith Monk. Showcasing Minnesota artists from Ruth MacKenzie's KALEVALA 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. Don't miss AIN'T I A WOMAN in February 2008.
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, Wynona Judd, Fiona Apple, Diana Krall, Allison Kraus, Etta James, Queen Latifah, and many more.
