Thrasher Opera House Presents

Brad Anthony from Civic Media's 93.1 FM WRPN The Wave had a chance to talk with Shannon & Jamie from 80s kids about the road, and their show in Green Lake, Wisconsin on Thursday, May 7 2026.

Rachael returns to the podcast for an exciting conversation with the members of GADAN🪕Join us as we dive into the band's unique sound—a high-energy blend of Irish traditional melodies and Mediterranean influences. They are gearing up for a spectacular performance right here in Green Lake, and you won't want to miss the stories behind their music.Who: GADANWhen: Thursday, January 29th, 2026Where: Thrasher Opera House | Green Lake, WITickets: www.thrasheroperahouse.com

Thrasher's Jason Mansmith talks with artist, singer, songwriter Crystal Bowersox before her upcoming show at Thrasher Opera House on Friday, October 10th in Green Lake, Wisconsin.

Civic Media's Brad Anthony talks with upcoming Thrasher Opera House performers Pressing Strings. Their show is Thursday, October 16th in Green Lake, Wisconsin.

Civic Media's Bob Nelson talks with Freeland director Steven Galster about the Freeland Film Festival in Green Lake September 12-14.

Mike and Jill Havey chat with Bob Nelson from Civic Media about the upcoming LakeAPalooza event in Green Lake on Saturday, August 30th, at 5:00 p.m.

Brad Anthony, host from Civic Media had a chance to talk to Thrasher performer Tom Rush about his career and upcoming performance on July 18th at 7:30 p.m.

In this episode we chat with Wisconsin icon Pat McCurdy about his upcoming show on the shores of Green Lake on Thursday, June 26 2025 at 7:00 p.m.

The Low-Phe Life is an animated documentary-comedy about living with PKU, a rare metabolic disorder.

Thrasher Opera House is proud to host a fundraiser for the Freeland Film Festival on Friday night, June 27th, featuring a powerful screening of the film Green and Gold. Green and Gold tells the gripping story of a farmer who risks everything — and the granddaughter who stands beside him. Don’t miss this moving tale of family, courage, and resilience. 🎟️ Get your tickets now at: www.thrasheroperahouse.com

Our friend Brad Anthony from the Rippin Good Radio Show on 93.1 FM The Wave in Ripon, had a chance to chat with Karla Bonoff about her upcoming show in Green Lake.

In this episode we talk with guitarist Mark Johnson from  @TheBritPackUSA  about their upcoming show on April 11th at Thrasher Opera House, in Green Lake, Wisconsin.

Rachael chats with Adam from Rucksack Revolution about their upcoming show at Thrasher Opera House on March 21, 2025. Tickets for the show are available at www.thrasheroperahouse.com

We spend a few minutes with February director Nathan Deming. Thrasher will be showing the movie on Monday, February 24th at 6:00 p.m.

Adams Collins from  @arkansaucemusic  joins the podcast this time to talk about their upcoming show in Green Lake, Wisconsin of Friday, February 21 at 7:30 p.m. We chat about the unique name of the band, their musical background...ps there's always a metal guy in a bluegrass band, and an upcoming Bluegrass fest they are playing, and what it was like to be an after Billy Strings show band in Asheville NC. Its a great listen!

Our very own Box Office Manager Kayla steps in for her first podcast with a favorite of hers @theropershow  they talk about going from shy guy to superstar, what it takes to write songs, and how cool it was to have his Dad intro him at some hometown shows. It's a great watch. Tickets for Jesse Roper's appearance at Thrasher Opera House in Green Lake, Wisconsin on March 01 are on sale now at www.thrasheroperahouse.com

Rachael chats with @thesweetlillies  as they get set to perform at Thrasher Opera House in Green Lake, Wisconsin on Friday, February 28th with special guests Adrian + Meredith. Tickets are available for the show at www.thrasheroperahouse.com

We are excited to welcome HenhouseProwlers to Thrasher Opera House in Green Lake, Wisconsin on Friday night January 31st at 7:30 p.m. The Prowlers who are Bluegrass Ambassadors have toured over 25 countries across the globe. The group's experiences with people and musicians across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East have shaped the band’s worldview and broadened the group’s direction towards bridging cultural gaps with music, educational programs, and workshops. Grab your tickets today at www.thrasheroperahouse.com

After 50 years with Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, co-founder John McEuen stepped off the bus to bring that humorous history to life on stage with film, video, stills, music, and hot guest musicians. Coming to The Thrasher Opera House Nov. 2, they cover the music of Nitty Gritty Dirt Band (Mr. Bojangles, Shelley’s Blues, House at Pooh Corner, Long Hard Road, and others). John tells, and plays - and shows on the screen behind the band - stories and music of the iconic ‘Dirt Band’. Also, the music from multi-platinum Will the Circle Be Unbroken album, (which John initiated) and the photos shot by his brother, Bill (the band’s manager and producer), are also featured. Rolling Stone says it’s “possibly the most important album to come out of Nashville”. “Circle’ is in The Grammy Hall of Fame and Library of Congress.This multi-media show is one you won’t want to miss! Nitty Gritty Dirt Band hits, Bluegrass, and from his new album, The Newsman, John and his string wizards bring us a great evening of entertainment - hits and bluegrass - in overdrive.McEuen (with his banjo, guitar, mandolin, fiddle) is joined by 3 great musicians: Justin David (guitar/fiddle. Vocals), Danny Knicely (mandolin, guitar, vocals - he was 'first place' on guitar and mandolin at the Winfield Guitar contest), and David Knicely on bass.

In this episode we talk with Adam & Josh of  @theemptypockets  about their upcoming "Mistletunes" performance at Thrasher Opera House in Green Lake, Wisconsin on Thursday night December 5 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available at www.thrasheroperahouse.comIn this episode we talk about what the band has been up to since their last appearance here at Thrasher in 2017. A story about a van breakdown in Bozeman MT, and their connection to Foghat, and Bad Company.

Number 1 Blues Man ‪Larry McCray joined the Thrasher Opera House Presents podcast to talk about his upcoming show in Green Lake Wisconsin on Friday, September 13th 2024. A few tickets still remain at www.thrasheroperahouse.com

Join us as we chat with  @melissa.carper about her new release "Borned in Ya" as she gets set to play Thrasher Opera House in Green Lake, WI on September 14 for a 506 Session. Tickets available at www.thrasheroperahouse.com

Get ready to be swept away by the soulful melodies of Scott Kirby, the renowned singer-songwriter who has entertained audiences worldwide with his music. On Thursday, June 27th, he'll be performing live on the shores of Green Lake, WI, and you're invited to join us for an unforgettable evening of music and memories. The show will be at Havey's Lakeside Lot at 475 Lake Street. Audience members should bring their lawn chairs.

We had a chance to chat with our Directors for Missoula Children's Theatre's latest production with Thrasher...Robin Hood. Our directors are Gillian & Hannah. What a fun week we always have, and always cheese curds!

Comedian Daniel Van Kirk is no stranger to this area of Wisconsin. Thrasher Opera House is happy to welcome him to our stage on May 18th. The voice of Flips Whitefudge, podcast host of Pen Pals and Dumb People Town. Tickets are available at www.thrasheroperahouse.com

We welcome the Louisana band Feufollet to the TOHP podcast. They perform at Thrasher Opera House on Friday, Feb. 16, 2024. Tickets are available at www.thrasheroperahouse.com

We learn more about the artist Rachael Kilgour  @rachaelkilgourmusic , who will open for Willy Porter on Saturday, February 17, at Thrasher Opera House in Green Lake. Tickets are available now at www.thrasheroperahouse.com

Jason chats with Win Horan of the Celtic band Reverie Road in the latest episode. They perform at Thrasher Opera House on Friday, February 9th at 7:30 p.m. We chat about the band lineup with an international flair and the new music they are releasing.

Johnny Beehner brings his clean comedy show to Thrasher Opera House in Green Lake WI on Saturday, January 27 2024. This Madison, WI based comedian has performed on The Late Show with David Letterman, AXS Comedy, DryBar and more. Tickets are available for just $30

Sims and Maggie from Harmonious Wail chat about the upcoming event at Thrasher Opera House on January 26, 2024. Featuring some of the best Gypsy Jazz performers from around the world. Tickets are just $25

In this episode of TOHP, we talk with Noah Wall from @TheBarefootMovement. We cover a lot, including their upcoming Holiday show at Thrasher, how she ended up in the music business and Soles4Souls.

In this episode of TOHP we talk with Blues guitarist Matt Schofield, who has been touring for 20 years and playing for 30 years. It all started after watching a video with BB King, Stevie Ray Vaughn, and Albert Collins. Whew...what an introduction.

In this episode, we spend time with Thrasher Reaches Out performer and Ripon College junior Peter Lowenstein. Learn about our program and catch a familiar tune from Peter on the guitar. His concert and reception will be on Friday, December 8, at 7:00 p.m.

We had the honor of chatting with Becky & Nathan from  @BarnabyBrightMusic  recently to give our guests a chance to know the artist. We hope you can join us on Saturday, November 04, at 7:30 p.m. for a great show.

We chatted with Mark Sidney Johnson of The Brit Pack. Four Berkley College musicians who happen to play UK hits. They'll play at Thrasher Opera House in Green Lake, Wisconsin, on October 14, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available at www.thrasheroperahouse.com

People often wonder how we do the booking for Thrasher. Many times, it's from recommendations from our guests. David & Ruth Wenzel join the podcast to discuss YARN and their upcoming performance at Thrasher Opera House on September 9.

Our friends at Hometown Broadcasting handle this podcast as Mike Casper is joined by Mike & Jill Havey, along with Green Lake Chamber Director Lisa Meier, to talk about the community event happening on September 02 at the American Legion in Green Lake, Wisconsin. It's Lakeapalooza!

Tennessee's Adrian+Meredith chat about their upcoming Cedar Ridge Session Show in Ripon, WI, on July 27. Where else can you hear alt-country gypsy jazz punk rock polish inspired music?

We chat with Alex from Dig Deep about their upcoming Cedar Ridge Sessions show with us in Ripon, WI, on Friday, July 28, 2023. Tickets are still available at www.thrasheroperahouse.com

We chat with Chaz from Second City about the upcoming Green Lake shows on July 15.

Our friends in Gangstagrass returned to Thrasher Opera House on May 13, hear what they've been up to.

Artist Ana Egge joins the Thrasher Opera House Presents podcast to talk about her upcoming show with Iris Dement in Green Lake, Wisconsin, on Friday, May 12 at 7:30 p.m. Ana chats about making her way to Brooklyn, Iris as a mentor, and how cool it is just to be doing what she is doing.

We talk with artist Mike Farris. We discuss his past work as the Screamin' Cheetah Wheelies' lead singer and his simple life philosophy.

On this episode, we chat with Thrasher Opera House's new Box Office & Events Manager, Kayla.

Dan Augustine is a Madison area artist responsible for designing the current Cedar Ridge Sessions poster art.

We talk with Nashville artist Kyshona about her work as a music therapist turned performer, her social activism, and the people she loves to empower. Kyshona performs at Thrasher Opera House on Saturday, April 29. Tickets are available at www.thrasheroperahouse.com or by calling 920.294.4279

Board of Directors member Tim Lyke visits Thrasher Opera House Presents to talk about Session Americana, JD Souther, Jimmy Webb, and more great shows he has attended. Thanks Tim!

Rachael joins Jason at Hometown Broadcasting for Radio Day 2023 to chat about upcoming shows, the Summer Release Party, and more.

In this episode, we chat with Danielle of the Danielle Nicole Band—a powerhouse blues/rock trio with a soulful sound that will shake the stage. Jason goes full fan boy.

Hometown Broadcasting's Mike Casper talks with Jim Rea of The HillBenders about their upcoming show on February 11 at 7:30 p.m.  Tickets still remain at www.thrasheroperahouse.com or by calling 920.294.4279