Two Million Gift Fuels Festival Future | Minneapolis News

A $2 million endowment from Dave and Marlys Theis is transforming the Lakes Area Music Festival, securing its future and fueling bold new programming. Since 2009, this beloved Minnesota nonprofit has brought world-class orchestras, opera, and chamber music to the region — now with a financial safety net to ensure decades more of unforgettable performances. Artistic director Scott Lykins called it a dream realized, while the Theises praised the festival’s passion and hope it inspires others to give. With three shows left this season — including a family-friendly finale led by German-born conductor Christian Reif — the festival is closing out a triumphant year, proving that community love and big dreams can create lasting cultural magic. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/aadefd5c05249bb9