Fate, Destiny and Choice Coming to Goodland

 Western Plains Arts Association presents the Pride of The Prairie Orchestra’s
“Fate, Destiny, and Choice” at the Goodland High School in Goodland on May 3, 2026 at 3:00 PM central time. The Pride of The Prairie Orchestra is conducted by Beverly Rucker.
Please come join us for the last program of this year.
Admission to this show is with a WPAA season ticket or an individual program ticket which may be purchased at

Young Original to Perform in Oakley!

 Western Plains Arts Association will have in concert Young Original at 3:00 PM on Sunday, April 19th at the Oakley High School Auditorium. Young Original is a vibrant and dynamic musical act that breathes fresh life into every venue they perform. Known for their innovative sound and energetic performances, they blend contemporary beats with timeless melodies, captivating audiences of all ages.  
Their youthful enthusiasm and creative flair make each performance an unforgettable experience, leaving listeners eager for more. With roots in both Nashville and Branson, their unique fusion of jazz, classical, folk, and pop is a must-see for all!
Some of their program highlights  are 

Kim and Dan Christian to Perform in St. Francis!

 

Kim and Dan Christian will showcase their amazing talents in the St. Francis High School Auditorium at 3 PM on March 29nd as part of the Western Plains Arts Association Spring season.

Dan and Kim Christian are among the premier accordionists in the world. Their unique ability to play together with exact precision is unparalleled anywhere else on the planet. They have excellent technique and mastery of the accordion. They love pushing the boundaries of what people expect to hear on the accordion with Dan’s fascinating arrangements of intriguing songs such as John William’s ET, Superman, Swing, Swing, Swing, and much more. Their repertoire is massive and includes just about anything you can imagine. They continue to play over 200 gigs a year and

Queens City Jazz Band in Goodland

 Sunday, March 22nd, Western Plains Arts Association sponsors the Queen City Jazz Band at the Goodland High School Auditorium in Goodland at 3:00 PM central (2:00 PM mountain time).
This traditional jazz band was founded in Denver more than 60 years ago and is recognized across the nation for playing outstanding traditional, Dixieland, gospel and spiritual music. The group has also toured widely across Europe. 
Admission to this show is with a WPAA season ticket or an individual program ticket which may be purchased at

Pianist Barron Ryan on March 8th in Colby

 

Western Plains Arts Association will have in concert Pianist Barron Ryan who will present "Classic Meets Cool" on Sunday, March 8, at 3:00 in the Cultural Arts Center, Colby.  
This project is generously funded by Mid-America Arts Alliance, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the state art agencies of Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and Texas, the Dane Hansen Foundation and in part by the state of Kansas through the Kansas Arts Commission and the National Endowment for the Arts. Admission to this show is with a WPAA season ticket or an individual program ticket which may be purchased at the door.
Barron Ryan’s love for music has always been divided. The son of two musicians, he grew up in a house filled with the sounds of artists ranging from Mozart to Motown. So when it comes to his own work, he’s not

Jeff Davidson Rescheduled for February 22nd

WPAA’s January 25th’s show was postponed because of weather and is now rescheduled for February 22nd. Jeff Davidson will have his public performance at the Quinter High School Auditorium at 3:00 p.m.  Jeff Davidson is bringing the history of the Santa Fe Trail to life through song, stories and pictures. Admission will be by WPAA season ticket or at the door.
There will be a school presentation in the Quinter H.S. Auditorium on Monday February 23rd at 9:00 and then another at noon at the Oakley H.S. Auditorium for Oakley Elementary. School performances are free to all who

The Conjurors Coming to Oakley High School

February 15th, WPAA will present Magicians Pomeroy and Lamb at 3:00 pm at the Oakley High School.  
The Conjurors invite guests to the world of the impossible - a place where limitations have yet to be created and amazing memories are waiting to be made. From captivating stories, incredible magic, large illusions, and breathtaking demonstrations of mind control, this show guarantees an adventure that will amaze all ages.
Admission to this show is with a WPAA season ticket or an individual program ticket which may be purchased at the door. Thank you to the area sponsors especially the Logan County Community Foundation, Dane G Hansen