Konrad Wert is a man of many voices. As a special education teacher, he is articulate and intentional. As an advocate for justice in education, he is passionate. But as an artist and musician, better known by his stage name Possessed By Paul James, his voice is expressive, holding rest and action in tandem. In truth, "Paul James" is a fiction, a combination of the names of Wert's father and grandfather. Those who have seen him perform, however, would agree he seems possessed by something.

The Belfast Cowboys return to The Hook with a special post-St. Patrick's Day party! The Belfast Cowboys are a nine-piece band that specializes in the music of Van Morrison. They have become one of Minnesota's (and The Hook & Ladder's) most popular bands, traveling only when their feet get itchy or the offer is too good to refuse. The band features several veterans of the Minneapolis music scene, including singer Terry Walsh and sax man Vic Volare.

The Hook & Ladder Theater is proud to present a unique performance 100-years in the making - Jazz Age Rumpus! Immerse yourself in the jazz sounds of the 1920s and 30s. For listeners and dancers alike, this festival celebrates the greats of the Jazz Age: Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, Fats Waller, Eddie Lang, Lonnie Johnson and many more! Featuring special performances by Southside Aces, Miss Myra & The Moonshiners, Spruce Top Duo and Rick Carlson.

Hook & Ladder Theater and Minnesota Music Coalition come together to feature amazing Minnesota talent across a variety of genres. Join us monthly (Every 4th Thursday) to catch some of your favorites as well as some musicians you may not have seen yet!

Join us for A Holy Place To Be: Acoustic Bowie, an acoustic performance and sing-a-long with John Eller (The Shiny Lights), Chris Perricelli (Little Man) and friends in celebration of one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century, David Bowie. Let's Dance!

It may be April Fools’ Day, but we’re not kidding with this incredible night of music. Paul Cebar Tomorrow Sound returns from Milwaukee and will be joined by local favorites The April Fools.

EVENT DETAILS The Hook and Ladder Theater Doors 8:00pm Music 8:30pm 21+ GA*: $20 ADV / $25 DOS *Does not include fees NO REFUNDS EVENT DESCRIPTION Minnesota's Last Waltz Presents [...]