Since our formation in 1998 the vision of the Laurention Arts and Cultural Alliance, dba, The Lyric Center for the Arts, has been to create a supportive environment and space for the Arts in our Community while also recognising and preserving the rich History of the 1912 Lyric Opera House, now known as The Lyric Center for the Arts.
There is always something happening at the Lyric! Artwork by local and regional Artists is featured as well as Film Screenings, Music and Theater Performances. The Lyric’s Current Programs include:
- Lyric Youth Arts Theatre Education Program– Our after school Children’s Theater Company inspires creativity and confidence while building reading and speaking skills through performance. Keep updated by joining our mailing list!
- Lyric Theatre Company– our newest all ages theatrical company!
- Lyric Gallery – Showcases art work by local and regional Artists; each month features new work and includes an Artist’s Reception.
- Lyric Art Colony – a weekly gathering of Artists, of all abilities, come together to Sit, Paint and Share.
- Words & Lyrics – with an Appreciation for the Written and Spoken Word, meets for book signings, special readings and is now connecting with Friends of the Library.
- Lyric’s House Concert Series – each year Musical Performers from across Minnesota are featured at the Lyric Annex to delight and entertain.
- Classes – check out our Calendar for current and upcoming events focused on fine arts and creativity with opportunities to grow, to learn and to teach!
Paul Gregersen, Executive Director
Paul M. Gregersen is an arts professional specializing in marketing, communications, and fundraising. He holds bachelor’s degrees in history and mass communications and his graduate studies are in the field of social responsibility with an emphasis in multicultural education and sociology.
Prior to moving to the Lyric, he worked as communications and marketing director at the Minneapolis Club, membership and marketing director at the Kitchi Gammi Club in Duluth, and marketing director for the Reif Arts Council and Myles Reif Performing Arts Center in Grand Rapids. Gregersen is also a freelance multimedia journalist for several regional and national outlets and is the founder and CEO of Paul Marvin Arts LLC.
He lives outside of Iron Junction with his three cats, two dogs, and one wife.
Interested in becoming a member of our Board of Directors?