As a preventative measure against spread of COVID-19, this event has been cancelled. Thank you for your understanding.

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Laugh it up to support Dakotathon! Come see the Will Ferrell comedy Step Brothers (2008) on Monday, March 30 at 7pm and your $10 ticket will be donated directly to USD's Dakotathon to help pay for children's medical care. 

Dakotathon (aka Dance Marathon) is a nationwide, student-run philanthropy that raises money for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. More specifically, USD's fundraising dollars go to Sanford Children's Hospital, the region's only affiliate of Children's Miracle Network hospitals. Dakotathon is the largest student organization on USD's campus, and the highest student-run philanthropy in the state of South Dakota.

This year Dakotathon is aiming to raise $215,000 for Sanford Children's Hospital. 

Coyote Twin Theater, Red Steakhouse Auditorium

Free Screening

The Vermillion arts community takes the spotlight in the February episode of SDPB's Dakota Life. Come see our town on the big screen Sunday, March 29 at 1pm. The episode feature the Vermillion Community Mural Project, latte art competitions at the Bean, and the South Dakota Shakespeare Festival. The screening will be followed by a shop talk presented by SDPB producer Melissa Hamersa.

Admission is FREE thanks the sponsorship of Bank of the West. 

As a preventative measure against spread of COVID-19, this event has been cancelled. Thank you for your understanding.

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On Saturday, March 28, watercolorist and poet Jeanne Emmons and other writers from the Women Poets Collective will give a reading their works in the First Dakota Coyote Gallery, surrounded by Emmons’ art. The public is welcome to attend. Hors d'oeuvres and wine will be served.

Poets who will be sharing their work are as follows:

Lysbeth Benkert-Rasmussen
Barbara Duffey
Jeanne Emmons
Lindy Obach
Pen Pearson
Marcella Remund
Erika Saunders
Christine Stewart
Norma Wilson

As a preventative measure against spread of COVID-19, this event has been postponed by the host organization to Monday, May 4. Thank you for your understanding.

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Hosted by the South Dakota Association for the Education of Young Children

No Small Matter is a feature-length documentary film and national engagement campaign that brings public attention to the vital question why, when the importance of quality early care and education is so widely accepted, do we continue to fail so many? by sharing powerful stories and stunning truths about the human capacity for early intelligence and the potential for quality early care and education to benefit America’s social and economic future. This multifaceted project reveals how our country is raising its youngest citizens, why making the most of this time in their lives is so crucial, and most importantly, what we can do to change the perception of when learning begins.

Movie at 7pm 
Member reception 8:15 in gallery

The Blind Side (2007) is March's Chick Flick movie! Comes see Sandra Bullock's Oscar-winning performance on Monday, March 9 at 7pm at the Coyote Twin. $15 gets you admission, a glass of wine, and any size popcorn!

Chick Flick members: bring a friend for FREE this month!

Annual membership only $90.

Watercolorist Jeanne Emmons shares her works with us for the month of March in the First Dakota Coyote Gallery. Emmons’ paintings are a colorful play patterns. The gallery is open Tuesday–Sunday, 3:00 to 10:00pm.

On Saturday, March 28 the Women Poets Collective will host a reading of their works in the gallery, surrounded by Emmons’ art from 6:00 to 8:00pm. The public is welcome.

Join us in the First Dakota Coyote Gallery for a celebration of Dawne Olson's woodcraft and photography. Dawne's warm, sturdy works inspire and comfort, and through her Four Winds Boat Shop she offers folks the opportunity to learn and create with guidance or order customized pieces.

The reception will be held from 5:00 to 7:00pm, with a cheese platter and wine on offer for guests.

The University of South Dakota's Student Art Alliance is hosting the movie Marina Abramovic: The Artist is Present. The film focuses on Marian Abramovic as she prepares for her artwork to be displayed at Museum of Modern Art in New York.

Seductive, fearless, and outrageous, Marina Abramovic has been redefining what art is for nearly 40 years. Using her own body as a vehicle, pushing herself beyond her limits and at times risking her life in the process she creates performances that challenge, shock, and move us.

This film follows Marina as she prepares for what may be the most important moment of her life: a major new retrospective of her work, taking place at The Museum of Modern Art. To be given a retrospective at one of the world's premier museums is the most exhilarating sort of milestone. For Marina, it is far more: it is the chance to finally silence the question she has been hearing over and over again for four decades: But why is this art?

The Vermillion Cultural Association and Stacked, Inc. are planning a free LEGO workshop and movie screening from 10am–2:30pm on Saturday, February 22. BrickFest will include an hour and a half guided LEGO build session with Stacked owner Jen Jones in the First Dakota Coyote Gallery, followed by lunch from R-Pizza from 11:45 to 12:45pm in the gallery, and a showing of LEGO Batman Coyote Twin Theater starting at 1pm. Children ages 4 through 14 are welcome to participate in the morning workshop; all community members are welcome to attend the movie. 

Learn more about Stacked, Inc. here.

Lunch is sponsored by Cortrust Bank. LEGO Batman is sponsored by Tim Hanson Insurance.

Join us for a screening of the Academy Award–nominate documentary For Sama (2019) on Monday, February 17 at 7pm.

In a time of conflict and darkness in her home in Aleppo, Syria, one young woman kept her camera rolling — while falling in love, getting married, having a baby and saying goodbye as her city crumbled.

Directed by Waad al-Kateab and Edward Watts, the documentary For Sama unfolds as a love letter from al-Kateab to her daughter — Sama.

Sponsored by International Studies Program and USD Amnesty International

Make it a date! USD students with IDs welcome to enjoy a FREE movie at the Coyote Twin on Valentine’s Day, Friday, February 14 at the 7pm and late shows. Birds of Prey and Bad Boys for Life will be on screen. See vermilliontheaters.com for showtimes.

Free Movie Fridays are sponsored by USD Student Programming on special weeks throughout the semester. They are NOT offered every Friday.

We’re showing Something to Talk About (1995) for February’s Chick Flick. Starring Julia Roberts, Dennis Quaid, and Kyra Sedgwick, this dramedy confronts questions of love, betrayal, and forgiveness.

Admission is $15, which includes any size popcorn and a glass of wine (or beverage of choice!).

Vermillion's very own Miss USD is hosting a movie night! Bring the family to see the inspirational story Wonder on Monday, February 10 at 6:30pm.

Miss USD @Emma Salzwedel will be greeting guests before her FREE community showing of Wonder on Monday, February 10. She chose to share Wonder with Vermillion because it's "a beautiful movie with an even better message, teaching all of us to embrace our unique gifts. My social impact initiative, 'The Stereotype Effect: Embracing You,' advocates exactly this, to love who we are and to stay true to ourselves."

This free community showing is sponsored in part by Indigo Spa Vermillion, located at 8 W. Main. Indigo offers facials, peels, and body waxing with unprecedented results.

Join our open studio session of the Missouri River Watercolor Society with teaching artist Michele Mechling. People of all ages who want to learn and enjoy watercolor painting are invited. No previous experience necessary!

The MRWS meets weekly on Mondays from 2:00 to 4:00pm at the First Dakota Coyote Twin Art Gallery, 12 E. Main.

Please bring paints, brushes, and a creative spirit! There is no cost but free will donations are accepted.

These open studios are sponsored by the Vermillion Cultural Association and the Vermillion Area Arts Council.

USD students with IDs welcome to enjoy Birds of Prey or Gretel & Hansel on Friday, February 7 at the 7pm and late shows. See vermilliontheaters.com for showtimes.

Free Movie Fridays are sponsored by USD Student Programming on special weeks throughout the semester. They are NOT offered every Friday.

Join our open studio session of the Missouri River Watercolor Society with teaching artist Michele Mechling. People of all ages who want to learn and enjoy watercolor painting are invited. No previous experience necessary!

The MRWS meets weekly on Mondays from 2:00 to 4:00pm at the First Dakota Coyote Twin Art Gallery, 12 E. Main.

Please bring paints, brushes, and a creative spirit! There is no cost but free will donations are accepted.

These open studios are sponsored by the Vermillion Cultural Association and the Vermillion Area Arts Council.

We are pleased to announce the second annual Latte Art Throwdown at The Bean! The Art for Art Throwdown will be held on Friday, January 31st! Proceeds will benefit the Vermillion Community Mural Project! The event is free to watch, $10 to compete! ($5 to compete, $5 for the Mural Project). We can’t wait to see everyone there! There will be food, drinks, and more! Competitors, bring your A-game! This years throwdown will be intense! Start practicing those pours! There will be amazing prizes, as well as a cash prize for the top three!

Sign up at 6:30 p.m., First pour at 7 p.m.

The VCA and National Music Museum are hosting a meet & greet for all members of the regional arts community on Thursday, January 30, from 4:00 to 7:00pm at Carey’s Side Bar, 18 W. Main, in Vermillion.

We hope this informal social will bring together arts-community peers in the area to foster networks and inspire collaboration. Whether you're looking to get involved, hoping to expand your organization's partnerships, or just curious who's up to what, you're welcome to pop in. And bring a friend! Bring someone you think needs to or might want to know what's up in the art scene.

Invited groups include the SD Shakespeare Festival, Vermillion Area Arts Council, Vermillion Area Dance Organization, Vermillion Community Theater, and the USD Fine Arts Department.

Light appetizers will be provided.

Vermillion Area Right to Life is sponsoring two movies at two showtimes on Monday, January 27. Unplanned (2019) and Gosnell (2018) will show at 5pm and 7:30pm at the Coyote Twin Theater. Admission is free.

USD students are welcome to come see Just Mercy for FREE at 7pm Friday, Jan 24 at the Coyote Twin. We have 80 seats set aside for USD students only, and students get a free small pop and popcorn just by showing their ID.

This showing is sponsored by the USD Office for Diversity, Center for Diversity & Community, Black Law Student Association, and Union of African American Students.

Members of the public still welcome to the 7pm show. Early arrival is encouraged.

Just Mercy tells the story of American lawyer Bryan Stevenson's early career and his fight for criminal justice reform, including defense of the wrongfully convicted.

Join us we reflect on the anniversary of Roe v Wade and the current state of reproductive rights in South Dakota and nationally.

Med Students for Choice South Dakota will be hosting a social hour with snacks and reps from Planned Parenthood, NARAL SD, and SD Access for Every Woman at 6-6:45 PM at the Bean coffeeshop (yes, they will have their awesome drinks available for purchase), then make our way over to the Coyote Twin Theater for the showing at 7 PM. Social hour is free, showing tickets are $5 available at the door. Cash or Venmo accepted. Closed captions available.

"U.S. reproductive health clinics are fighting to remain open. Since 2010, 288 TRAP (Targeted Regulations of Abortion Providers) laws have been passed by conservative state legislatures. Unable to comply with these far-reaching and medically unnecessary measures, clinics have taken their fight to the courts. As the U.S. Supreme Court decides in 2016 whether individual states may essentially outlaw abortion (Whole Woman’s Health v. Hellerstedt), Trapped follows the struggles of the clinic workers and lawyers who are on the front lines of a battle to keep abortion safe and legal for millions of American women."

Learn more about the doc at http://www.trappeddocumentary.com/

You deserve a night out after this first week of classes! USD students with IDs welcome to enjoy Underwater or Little Women on Friday, January 17 at the 7pm and late shows. See vermilliontheaters.com for showtimes.

Free Movie Fridays are sponsored by USD Student Programming on special weeks throughout the semester. They are NOT offered every Friday.

January's Chick Flick is The Philadelphia Story (1940), starring Katharine Hepburn, Cary Grant, and James Stewart. 2020 marks the 80th anniversary of this classic comedy of remarriage.

As always, tickets are $15 for an individual show (includes any size popcorn and a glass of wine). January is a great time to purchase an annual membership! Only $90 for a whole year of Chick Flicks.

Want to know what’s playing at the Coyote Twin? Visit the Vermillion Theaters website by clicking the link below!

Films and showtimes are updated continually throughout the month.

Let the magic begin! Come see the original Harry Potter movie (2001, PG) Saturday, December 14, 11:00am at the Coyote Twin. This free community showing is made by possible by the sponsorship of Tim Hanson Insurance.

Sleigher, the Sioux Falls–based Christmas band, will play at the Vermillion Theater on Saturday, December 7. Self-described as "irreverent, this Christmas show isn't for kids but instead features creative takes on holiday classics with some grown-up spin.

And get in the silly spirit of the season by joining in on our ugly Christmas sweater contest!

Tickets $10. Advance tickets available starting Nov 24.

All proceeds of this event benefit the Vermillion Cultural Programming so we can keep hosting cool stuff.