Auditorium
Residents of Mitchell County and beyond will enjoy performances from a variety of genres at our CRC Krapek Family Fine Arts Center, including local and distant artists and musicians who bring the auditorium to life with their talents, passions, and stories.
The Cedar River Complex Auditorium offers artists, musicians, and performers of all varieties, a venue to bring their acts to life.
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- Spacious stage area is convenient for building props/backdrops that are placed on the 40’x67’ stage
- Seven wheelchair locations and removable seats to accommodate the orchestra pit
- Sixteen line sets with a fly space 47’ tall are in place for floating backdrops
- Theatrical lighting and sound reinforcement in the sound and lights booth
- Guests will experience a welcoming, comfortable atmosphere in our almost 600 seat auditorium
(Seating without the pit orchestra area utilized is 597. Seating with the pit orchestra area utilized
is 561.)
- Integrated video projection
- Upper and lower lobby areas
- Green Room available for makeup/prep
- Private changing areas and restrooms for performers
- Large conference room for meetings, parties, and events
Cedar Summerstock Theater - 2026 Season
Newsies Jr.
June 5th-7th
Disney’s Newsies Jr., based on the 1992 film, is inspired by the rousing true story of newsboys in turn-of-the-century New York City. This action packed musical has thrilled and inspired young people for generations.
This production will feature exceptional local (4th-12th) grade youth. The performance is one hour with no intermission and is Rated G for all audiences.
Hormel Girls
June 18th-28th
Hormel Girls is a heartfelt musical comedy inspired by the real-life Hormel Girls Caravan, an all-female performance troupe created by Jay C. Hormel after WWII to provide opportunities for returning servicewomen.
From 1947 to 1953, the group toured the U.S., promoting Hormel products and starring in the nationally broadcast radio show Music With the Hormel Girls. Originally formed as a drum and bugle corps, the troupe evolved into glamorous radio stars who traveled the country in a fleet of white Chevrolets, performing and selling in towns big and small.
The musical follows six women as they build friendships and discover independence in a man’s world. A two hour performance with one intermission, rated G for all audiences.
America 250 - Youth Showcase
June 27th
Don’t miss CST’s first annual K-3 Campers Showcase celebrating America’s 250th Birthday. Our awesome campers will present comical scenes including Benjamin Franklin's hilarious campaign for the turkey as our national bird, Betsy Ross's star-studded fashion faux pas, shoutouts to the Liberty Bell, and the four Mount Rushmore presidents. Add a collection of flag-waving songs, costumes, movement, and lights for a perfect blend of laughter and patriotism. This forty-five minute showcase will be located at the Cedar River Complex Auditorium.
Grease
July 2nd-12th
Grease follows the spirited senior class of Rydell High in 1959, where the duck-tailed “Burger Palace Boys” and gum-snapping “Pink Ladies” bring the energy and style of the rock ’n’ roll era to life.
When head greaser Danny Zuko reunites with good girl Sandy Dumbrowski, their summer romance faces the trials of teenage peer pressure and high school drama. Featuring hit songs like “Summer Nights” and “Greased Lightnin’,” this nostalgic musical captures the sound and spirit of Buddy Holly, Little Richard, and Elvis Presley—making Grease one of the most beloved and enduring musicals of all time.
A two hour performance with one intermission, rated PG for Mild Adult Themes.
Sister Act
July 16th-26th
Sister Act is a feel-good musical comedy based on the hit 1992 film. When disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a murder, she’s hidden in a convent under disguise, clashing with the strict Mother Superior until her musical talent transforms the struggling convent and unites the community.
Filled with joyful gospel music, energetic dancing, and heartwarming humor, Sister Act celebrates friendship, faith, and the power of finding your voice—a truly uplifting experience. A two hour performance with one intermission, rated PG for Mild Adult Themes.
We Can Help You Promote
Your Event At The CRC!
The CRC is happy to help promote events that are rentals of the facility on our Facebook page, website, and will hang your event poster on our Community Board in the Wellness Center lobby.
Email our Marketing Manager with any questions you may have about promoting your event
(sarahg@cedarrivercomplex.com)
Mitchell County Concert Association Performances
The Mitchell County Concert Association utilizes the CRC Krapek Family Fine Arts Center to offer the community the entertaining performances below. Admittance is through Mitchell County Concert Association membership only. Please click the link on the right to view their membership information.
2026 Mitchell County
Concert Association Performances
Contact Dennis Johnson at 641-832-8643 or go to www.mitchellcountyconcert.org for ticket information.
The French Family Band
Friday, March 6th (2026)
7:00 PM at the CRC Krapek Family Fine Arts Center
Nashville-based but hailing from Australia/New Zealand, The French Family Band features Stuie & Camille French on guitars/vocals, and son Sonny on guitars/vocals. Taking inspiration from the country and western swing icons of decades past, one can hear echoes of Chet Atkins, Anne Murray, and Merle Haggard in the covers and originals they perform. The band has been honored to appear on stage at the Grand Ole Opry several times.
CeCe Teneal - Divas of Soul
Tuesday, April 7th (2026)
7:00 PM at the CRC Krapek Family Fine Arts Center
Take a ride on the “Midnight Train to Georgia” over “River Deep, Mountain High” while awardwinning vocalist CeCe Teneal delivers you the “R-E-S-P-E-C-T” you deserve in DIVAS OF SOUL. This is a spectacular celebration of thirty years of chart-topping music from artists like Aretha Franklin, Gladys Knight, Chaka Khan, Tina Turner, Whitney Houston, and more.
