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Back to the Future to play at the historic Astra Theatre on Saturday, September 14

Posted on September 5, 2019 by Courtney Knies • 0 Comments

Marty McFly and Doc Brown will be bringing their time traveling DeLorean to Jasper and the newly remodeled Astra Theatre. The original 1985 film, starring Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd will grace the silver screen once again. Tickets are on sale now at www.TheNextAct.org. General admission tickets on the main floor and balcony are… Continue Reading

2nd Half of 2019 Astra Season

Posted on July 9, 2019 by Courtney Knies • 0 Comments

Next Act, Inc, the non-profit organization that owns and operates the historic Astra Theatre in Jasper, Indiana, releases the second half of their 2019 season. This is the second season of entertainment to take place on the Jim and Pat Thyen Performance Stage in the theatre since major renovations took place in 2017. Tickets are… Continue Reading

Rock Lotto set to return to the historic Astra Theatre on Saturday, July 20.

Posted on June 4, 2019 by Courtney Knies • 0 Comments

After much fanfare and success of its inaugural performance in 2018, the Rock Lotto is returning to the historic Astra Theatre in Jasper on Saturday, July 20. Doors for this performance will open at 6:30 p.m. with bands scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are on sale now at www.TheNextAct.org. General admission tickets are… Continue Reading

Iris DeMent, Nationally Renowned Alternative Folk and Country Singer and Songwriter, to Perform at Astra March 22nd

Posted on February 4, 2019 by Courtney Knies • 0 Comments

Nationally renowned singer, guitarist, pianist, and songwriter, Iris DeMent, will perform at the historic Astra Theatre in Jasper on Friday, March 22 as part of the 2019 season of Next Act, Inc. Doors for this performance will open at 6:30 p.m., opening performer Pieta Brown will go on at 7:30 p.m., and DeMent will take… Continue Reading

30th Anniversary Screening of When Harry Met Sally at Astra Theatre February 23rd

Posted on February 4, 2019 by Courtney Knies • 0 Comments

Just in time for the season of love, the Next Act is pleased to announce the screening of When Harry Met Sally, one of the most beloved romantic comedies of all time. The screening will take place at the historic Astra Theatre in Jasper on Saturday, February 23 as part of the 2019 season… Continue Reading

Christmas Comedy Classic Elf Coming to the Astra Theatre in December

Posted on October 16, 2018 by Marc Steczyk • 0 Comments

As a complimentary piece to Jasper’s O’Tannenbaum Days, Next Act, Inc., will present the Christmas comedy classic Elf at the historic Astra Theatre on Saturday, December 1, 2018. Tickets are $8 and can be purchased online in advance by CLICKING HERE or, if available, the night of the show at the doors. Show time is… Continue Reading

Details for the Second Annual ‘GIVE WHERE YOU LIVE!’ Day Announced

Posted on October 9, 2018 by Marc Steczyk • 0 Comments

The second annual ‘GIVE WHERE YOU LIVE!’ day of giving campaign aimed at supporting arts’ and literacy initiatives will be held on Friday, October 26, 2018, with activities planned for the entire day. This year’s campaign will specifically benefit programming at the Jasper Public Library, stage equipment at the Jasper Arts Center, and ongoing facility… Continue Reading

90s Rockers The Why Store to Perform at the Astra Theatre in December

Posted on October 2, 2018 by Marc Steczyk • 0 Comments

Nineties rockers and former MCA records recording artists The Why Store will perform at the historic Astra Theatre in Jasper, Indiana, on Saturday, December 8. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., local and regional act Breathing Rm will perform at 7:30 p.m., and The Why Store will take the Jim & Pat Thyen Performance Stage at… Continue Reading

Bob & Tom Veteran and “The Pat McAfee Show” Host Todd McComas to Headline Night of Comedy at the Astra

Posted on September 25, 2018 by Marc Steczyk • 0 Comments

Todd McComas will headline a night of comedy at the Astra on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Doors for the performance will open at 6:30 p.m. with the show beginning at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $14.95 and can be purchased in advance at www.astratheatre.eventbrite.com or by phoning 812-566-1935. Questions or requests for ticketing assistance can also be… Continue Reading

Next Act Seeking New Board Members to Take the Organization/Astra into Next Era

Posted on September 18, 2018 by Marc Steczyk • 0 Comments

Next Act, Inc., the not-for-profit that formed in 2014 to create an endowment for, completely renovate, and, ultimately, in 2018, reopen the historic Astra Theatre in downtown Jasper, is seeking applicants for new members for its board of directors. The request for applicants follows the plan for three of its longer-tenured members to resign at… Continue Reading

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Next Act, Inc.
2 weeks ago
Thank you to all those who have contributed to our campaign to bolster our endowment. In this time of fiancial uncertainty, we are especially grateful we can grow our endowment to build a sustainable future for the Astra Theatre. Dubois County Community Foundation Next Act, Inc. # ... See MoreSee Less
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Next Act, Inc.
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Early in planning for the Astra we were approached to setup an endowment with the Dubois County Community Foundation. At the time we were still also trying to raise money to purchase the theatre. It seemed a bit backwards to start with the endowment but only two years after renovating and opening the Astra our doors were shut due to the pandemic. So many stages across our country have shut their doors for good. We are so lucky to have the safety that the yearly returns on an endowment bring. So this year in lieu of our normal fundraising campaign we're going to grow our endowment fund. We believe strongly this will help prepare the Astra for future sucess and also to continue to weather any unforseen event. We'll be matching all donations until the end of December 2020 up to $50,000.

Clicking the link below will direct you to make your donation securely through PayPal. You can also mail your donation to us at: The Next Act, PO Box 23, Jasper, IN 47547. Your support has made this theatre possible, we miss you all, and thank you for your support!

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At the Astra we've been very lucky to have been in a situation that closing our doors did not threaten the Astra Theatre. Early in our planning we setup an endowment with the Dubois County Community Foundation which yearly we receive funds to help us weather any unforeseen circumstances. So this year we've decided instead of our normal fundraising campaign we would add donations towards our endowment to strengthen our future sustainability. We believe in it so strongly in our endowment that we have decided to match donations up to $50,000 with our own funds until the end of December 2020.

Clicking the link below will direct you to make your donation securely through PayPal. You can also mail your donation to us at: The Next Act, PO Box 23, Jasper, IN 47547. Your support has made this theatre possible, we miss you all, and thank you for your support! Dubois County Community Foundation

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