Join us for the 27th annual Christmas at the Cathedral!

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December 14-17, 2023

Cathedral of Saint Joseph

521 N. Duluth Ave.

Sioux Falls, SD

605.988.3765

The 27th annual Christmas at The Cathedral will be performed with six concerts, December 14-17, 2023 at the Cathedral of St Joseph. This year’s theme, “The Heavens Declare,” is a first-hand account of the monumental events surrounding Jesus’ birth and His miraculous mission and impact through the experience of one of the magi. The magi laid it all on the line in their pursuit of truth. They were courageous, convicted and committed to a journey that required sacrifice, patience and trust. In spite of many dangers, when they saw the star, they followed it, not counting the cost of going on a journey in which they didn’t know where it would end.

And even though they were not affiliated with Jesus or His Jewish faith, their life’s work of studying the stars, science, and scripture led them to the son of Joseph and Mary. They knew that they had arrived. They knew that they could stop looking for something else. They had discovered the Messiah!
This inspiring production features actor, Mark Christopher Lawrence, best known for his role as Big Mike on the NBC series Chuck. He has also made guest appearances on many television programs and movies. The script will come alive through the inspiring musical compositions and arrangements of Christmas at The Cathedral Music Director and Conductor, Dan Goeller; and our featured soloists, Nashville recording artists, Shelley Jennings and Carlos Santiago; along with the Christmas at The Cathedral Orchestra and Choir.

In addition to being an inspiring Christmas experience, Christmas at The Cathedral supports the poor and vulnerable in our midst through endowments for the Bishop Dudley Hospitality House, as well as the ongoing care of the Cathedral of St Joseph, one of the region’s most significant civic and sacred landmarks. Christmas is not just an historical event or celebration, it is something that happens within each of us every moment of every day. We look forward to sharing with you the hope and joy of God’s Incarnation during the 27th annual Christmas at The Cathedral, The Heavens Declare!

An American Sign Language interpreter will be at the Saturday Matinee performance.

Please read before purchasing your tickets online:

Step one: Select your ticket type and the number of tickets you want to purchase. Then click check out.

Step two: You will be directed to a second page where you will fill out the purchaser’s info and select the performance. If you are purchasing more than one ticket, you will be prompted to provide information on the other attendees (this is optional).

Step three: You will be asked if you want to donate.

Step four: This is the actual Checkout page where you add your information and payment details and purchase.

Thank you again. Please contact Annie Wold directly if you need any further assistance – 605-988-3769.

SOLD OUT – Friday, December 16th – 7:30 PM
SOLD OUT – Saturday, December 17th – 7:30 PM

Call 605.988.3765

Want to Volunteer?

We could not do what we do without the help of our volunteers!

Please select which day you would like to volunteer. The different volunteer opportunities include greeting, ushering, valet parking, and snow shoveling. You will be prompted to select a performance and role within the form.

Questions?
Call Annie Wold 605.988.3769

Featuring

Actor
Mark Christopher Lawrence

Male Soloist
Carlos Santiago

Female Soloist
Shelley Jennings

Music Director
Dan Goeller

Director
Mark Conzemius

Sponsorship Opportunities

Interested in sponsoring Christmas at the Cathedral? See our sponsorship opportunities below or call us at 605.988.3765!

PRESENTING SPONSORSHIP | $25,000

• Recognition as the “exclusive” sponsor for one of the six performances. (Choice of performance based on availability.)
• Prominent company logo on the front of the tickets for your specific presenting performance.
• Two front-row reserved pews for presenting performance, plus 50 additional reserved section tickets. (To be used at the sponsor’s discretion
for employees, clients, family, etc.)
• Private thank you reception with Bishop Donald DeGrood at The Bishop’s House prior to your presenting performance. (20 guests total)
• Live recognition from the stage at all performances.
• Prominent recognition at the beginning & end of the statewide television broadcast across South Dakota (including parts of Minnesota &
Iowa) on Christmas night on KELOL& Television; including a 30 second television spot at either the beginning or end of the broadcast.
• Logo recognition on a professionally produced 30-second promotional spot to be broadcast on KELO Television & Midco Cable channels
in South Dakota, & parts of Minnesota & Iowa.
• Logo recognition on the back of all six performance tickets.
• Prominent logo &/or name recognition on the CCFESD website.
• Full-page color promotional Christmas greeting in show program (5,000 printed copies).
• Prominent logo recognition on all print material including posters & fliers.
• Digital Media recognition, including all social media platforms & e-mail blasts to past participants.
• Logo recognition on Hy-Vee Store promotional ads & displays.
• Logo recognition in Bishop’s bulletin Promotional & Thank You ads (38,000 households).
• Limited edition tree ornament for patron guests.
• Patron reception for you & your guests following the concert on Thursday, Friday, or Saturday evening.
• Valet parking for the Thursday, Friday or Saturday evening concerts or reserved parking for the remaining performances.• Recognition as the “exclusive” sponsor for one of the six performances. (Choice of performance based on availability.)
• Prominent company logo on the front of the tickets for your specific presenting performance.
• Two front-row reserved pews for presenting performance, plus 50 additional reserved section tickets. (To be used at the sponsor’s discretion
for employees, clients, family, etc.)
• Private thank you reception with Bishop Donald DeGrood at The Bishop’s House prior to your presenting performance. (20 guests total)
• Live recognition from the stage at all performances.
• Prominent recognition at the beginning & end of the statewide television broadcast across South Dakota (including parts of Minnesota &
Iowa) on Christmas night on KELOL& Television; including a 30 second television spot at either the beginning or end of the broadcast.
• Logo recognition on a professionally produced 30-second promotional spot to be broadcast on KELO Television & Midco Cable channels
in South Dakota, & parts of Minnesota & Iowa.
• Logo recognition on the back of all six performance tickets.
• Prominent logo &/or name recognition on the CCFESD website.
• Full-page color promotional Christmas greeting in show program (5,000 printed copies).
• Prominent logo recognition on all print material including posters & fliers.
• Digital Media recognition, including all social media platforms & e-mail blasts to past participants.
• Logo recognition on Hy-Vee Store promotional ads & displays.
• Logo recognition in Bishop’s bulletin Promotional & Thank You ads (38,000 households).
• Limited edition tree ornament for patron guests.
• Patron reception for you & your guests following the concert on Thursday, Friday, or Saturday evening.
• Valet parking for the Thursday, Friday or Saturday evening concerts or reserved parking for the remaining performances.

FOUNDATION SPONSORSHIP | $11,000

• Three prominent reserved Patron Pews to your choice of performances.
• Recognition on the CCFESD website.
• Full-page black & white promotional Christmas greeting in show program (5,000 printed copies).
• Recognition at the end of the statewide television broadcast across South Dakota (including parts of Minnesota & Iowa) on Christmas night
on KELOL& Television.
• Live recognition from stage at all performances.
• Digital Media recognition, including all social media platforms & e-blasts to past participants.
• Recognition in Bishop’s Bulletin Promotional & Thank You ads (38,000 households).
• Limited edition tree ornament for patron guests.
• Patron reception for you & your guests following the concert on Thursday, Friday or Saturday evening.
• Valet Parking for the Thursday, Friday or Saturday evening concerts or reserved parking for the remaining performances.

ORCHESTRAL SPONSORSHIP | $5,500

• Two prominently reserved Patron Pews at the performance of your choice.
• Live recognition from stage at all performances.
• Recognition on the CCFESD website.
• Half-page promotional Christmas greeting in show program (5,000 printed copies).
• Recognition in concert program as Orchestra Sponsor.
• Patron reception for you & your guests following the concert on Thursday, Friday or Saturday evening.
• Recognition on printed promotional materials including posters & fliers.
• Digital Media recognition, including all social media platforms & e-blasts to past participants.
• Recognition in the Bishop’s Bulletin Thank You promotional piece (38,000 households).
• Limited edition tree ornament for patron guests.
• Valet parking for the Thursday, Friday or Saturday evening concerts or reserved parking for the remaining performances.

CHOIR SPONSORSHIP | $2,750

• One reserved pew at the performance of your choice.
• A quarter-page promotional Christmas greeting in the show program (5,000 copies)
• Recognition in the Bishop’s Bulletin Thank You promotional piece (38,000 households).
• Patron reception for you & your guests following the concert on Thursday, Friday or Saturday evening.
• Limited edition tree ornament for patron guests.
• Valet parking for the Thursday, Friday or Saturday evening concerts or reserved parking for the remaining performances.

2022 EVENT PHOTOS

Click the button below to view photos from the previous year’s performance.