Sample Series 2026

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A sampling of performances by local artists incorporating dance, sound score, and text.

Deseret Experimental Opera presents Sample Series–an annual traditional gathering of local artists.  For the 3rd year presented at the Art Castle in Salt Lake City. Sample Series is an opportunity for artists to present collaborative works—whether in progress or finished—to an audience. Join us for a totally original experimental performance featuring local artists!

This year Sample Series at the Art Castle will be dedicated to our queen and everyone’s icon Dolly Parton who has a history in this building.  She recorded songs at this location back in the days when it was LA East Studios owned by the Warner Brothers recording studio.

Performance Times: Friday, October 16 at 7:00 PM Saturday, October 17 at 2:00 PM Admission is FREE, but pre-registration with the ticket link will guarantee your spot in the audience.

Performances:

Oct 16th 7:00pm

Oct. 17th 2:00pm

At the Art Castle

915 W 100 S, Salt Lake City UT 84104

Sample Series 2026 feature artists:

  • Indigo Rain Cook

  • Interdisciplinary Arts Collective,

  • Ashley Jian Thomson,

  • Elise Williams and Side Hustle Dance Project,

  • Alondra Cordova-Miralli,

  • Keith LoMurray,

  • Daniel Rei Cohen

  • Lauren Cheree.