The Beat
Stories, news & culture from around the Black Hills
Local voices. Big stories. The people, places, and moments shaping our creative community.
Welcome to our little corner of the Black Hills where we keep our finger on the pulse, our ear to the ground and our eyes on the stage. The shows, the openings, the late-night sets, the tucked-away venues, and the artists shaping the culture of our community. We’ll be out there taking notes so you don’t miss what matters. If it’s unfolding locally and worth talking about, you’ll find it here.
On Our Radar
This Week Belongs to the Kids
“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.” ~Pablo Picasso Three different spaces this weekend are handing the spotlight to young artists and…
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Field Notes
Field Notes: Off the Clock
This week’s Field Notes looks a little different. Instead of the usual rundown, it felt like a good time to step back and show what BHAB is becoming, and how it’s meant…
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On Our Radar
BH Weekend – Rapid City
Browse by location Looking for things to do in the Black Hills this weekend? Explore events happening across Rapid City, Deadwood, Spearfish, Custer, and the surrounding area. From live music and comedy…
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News
The Two Tracks are Back in the Hills
The Sheridan, Wyoming Americana band brings two nights to the Black Hills this weekend, with a new album not far behind. Ten years of long weekends on the road adds up. The…
[ read story ]Field Notes: Out like a Lion
What started as an Emerging Artist showcase had to be moved into the main theater, with a full house turning out to see Johnny Hastings and Bob Fahey share the stage again….
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News
Deadwood Blues Festival Announces Saturday Night Lineup at Outlaw Square
Keb’ Mo’ to Headline with Ruthie Foster and Amani Burnham onSaturday, July 11, 2026 DEADWOOD, S.D. — Deadwood Blues Festival 2026 is proud to announce theSaturday night lineup at Outlaw Square for…
[ read story ]A Busy Weekend for Theater Across the Black Hills
This weekend, there are more stage lights coming up than usual across the Black Hills. Not just one show or one company, but three different productions in three different towns, all opening…
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News
The Squirrels Opens at Catalyst Theater Company This Week
There are moments in The Squirrels where the room will be laughing, and moments where it won’t be.The show opens March 27 at Catalyst Theater Company’s space on 7th Street. It moves…
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StereoTrip
Stereotrip is a Black Hills-based cover band built for high-energy live shows, pulling from rock, pop, and dance-heavy tracks that…
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