Tack Center ‘going to the dogs’ for May 1 ‘Mutts Gone Nuts’ show
Spencer’s LuCille Tack Center for the Arts will conclude its 25th anniversary season with “Mutts Gone Nuts,” a breathtaking, action-packed spectacular that features nine of the world’s most talented 4-legged performers. This all-star lineup includes the highest jumping dog in the universe, two Guinness World Champions, a hilarious six-pound Pomeranian Pikachu mix, and a host of previously discarded dogs that will dance, prance, flip and skip their way right into your heart on May 1 at 2 pm.m.
The family friendly show runs 75 minutes and was created by veteran comedy team Scott and Joan Houghton, who performed their duo act “Jessie & James” on variety stages from Tokyo to Las Vegas. In 2014, the Houghtons joined forces with dog trainer extraordinaire Samantha Valle, world class comedian Jonathan Burns, and nine adorable pound puppies to create an uproariously funny canine extravaganza.
All of Mutts Gone Nuts’ dogs were adopted from shelters or from rescues. Sometimes the very behavior that drove the previous owner to relinquish the dog, becomes the dog’s star quality. Mutts Gone Nuts’ trainers use “positive” force-free training methods. They look for the dog’s natural talents by getting to know their individual personalities. Once they find what the dog likes to do, they reinforce those behaviors with treats and/or toys. Co-producer and emcee Scott Houghton says, “I feel lucky to have come into dog training at a time when force-free, positive training is the gold standard.” Positive training not only helps build the trust bond between trainer and dog, but it makes it fun for both the dog and the trainer.
Enhance your theatre experience by supporting the Marshfield Area Pet Shelter and their life-saving work for homeless pets by bringing a bag of Purina Cat & Kitten Chow or a cash donation when you arrive for the show. One lucky donor may receive a “Mutts” photo op!
When not on tour, Mutts Gone Nuts’ furry cast members have the run of three fenced acres, and of course they all live in the house – some even sleep in their owners’ bed! Deemed, “A must see!” by the Washington Post, the dogs will not only amaze you, they’ll steal your heart – and maybe your socks! Mutts Gone Nuts is sure to win Best in Show – they’ll have you at WOOF!
This show is sponsored in part by the generosity of Burnett Transit, Joe and Kathy Burnett, Citizens State Bank of Loyal, the Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin, Rembs Funeral Homes – Greg and Tami Jackan and Families, Dr. Bruce and Cathy Wineman, the Wisconsin Arts Board and Ron and Joyce Wiskerchen.
Seating is limited. Visit lucilletackcenter. com or call 715.659.4499 for more
information.
