News & Events
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The Dubois County Humane Society and the Next Act set to show The Secret Life of Pets to the historic Astra Theatre on Friday, March 13.
Just what goes on with our loyal pets when left at home unsupervised? Well, the truth will come out when The Secret Life of Pets is screened at the newly remodeled Astra Theatre. The 2016 film is voiced by a plethora of well-known personalities who add a great deal of humor to this animated adventure…
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Astra Theatre Releases 1st Half of 2020 Season Schedule
Next Act, Inc, the non-profit organization that owns and operates the historic Astra Theatre in Jasper, Indiana, releases the first half of their 2020 season. Newly renovated with 357 seats, the Astra has main level and balcony seating with a concessions stand offering snacks, local craft and domestic beer, and wine that are available for…
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Mike Armstrong to bring his national comedy act to the historic Astra Theatre on Friday, February 14.
Comedian Mike Armstrong will bring his good, fun, and clean comedy routine to the historic Astra Theatre in Jasper on Friday, February 14 as the second show in the 2020 Next Act, Inc season. Doors for this performance will open at 6:30 p.m., opening comedian will take the stage at 7:30 p.m., with Armstrong starting…
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The Cold Stares are set to make their return to the historic Astra Theatre on Saturday, January 18.
One of the first events brought to the historic Astra Theatre in Jasper by The Next Act was The Cold Stares, and the band, fresh off the release of a new album, is coming back to the Astra on Saturday, January 18. Doors for this performance will open at 6:30 p.m., with the opening act…
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NEXT ACT, INC. LAUNCHES THIRD ANNUAL SEASON TICKET, MEMBERSHIP, SPONSORSHIP CAMPAIGN
Next Act, Inc., the 501(c)(3) that operates the historic Astra Theatre in downtown Jasper has launched its third annual season ticket, membership, and sponsorship campaign. Since 2014, Next Act’s mission has been to foster, engage and create cultural and artistic opportunities and awareness in Dubois County. They’ve done that by endowing, purchasing, and renovating the…
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National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation to show at the historic Astra Theatre on Saturday, December 14
A good ol’ fashioned family Christmas will once again be had at the newly remodeled Astra Theatre. So, make plans to join the Griswold family as National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation will take over the big screen on Saturday, December 14. Tickets are on sale now at www.TheNextAct.org. General admission tickets on the main floor and…
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The Way Down Wanderers set to bring their distinctive sound back to the historic Astra Theatre on Saturday, November 23.
“Somewhere on the spectrum between Old Crow Medicine Show and Mumford and Sons lies the spirited bluegrass-based artistry of The Way Down Wanderers. It is joyful, daring and occasionally sublime.” Associated Press The Way Down Wanderers will be making their second journey to the historic Astra Theatre in Jasper on Saturday, November 23. Doors for…
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Rocky Horror Picture Show to play at the historic Astra Theatre on Saturday, October 26
The Rocky Horror Picture Show will once again be screening at the Astra Theatre on Saturday, October 26. Tickets are on sale now at www.TheNextAct.org. General admission tickets on the main floor and balcony are $5.00. The doors will open at 6:30 pm, with the featured film scheduled to begin at 7:00 pm. This cult-classic…
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The Verve Pipe set to rock the historic Astra Theatre on Saturday, October 19.
The rock/alternative band The Verve Pipe will be coming to the historic Astra Theatre in Jasper on Saturday, October 19. This will undoubtedly be an electrifying event because The Verve Pipe is known for their energetic live performances. We can be thankful that two rival bands from western Michigan decided to join forces, as they…
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Back to the Future to play at the historic Astra Theatre on Saturday, September 14
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…
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