About the Mabel

The Mabel Tainter is a tax-exempt non-profit organization that strives to strengthen and connect our community by engaging people in the arts. It offers a full performing arts season, outreach programming, and an annual Fine Arts and Crafts Fair. This nonprofit owns and operates the historic facility formerly known as the Mabel Tainter Memorial Theater.

In addition to providing our own programming, The Mabel Tainter partners with many community organizations, including University of Wisconsin Stout, Menomonie Public Library, area schools, and the Menomonie Theater Guild.

**The Mabel Tainter Memorial Theater** was constructed in 1889 as a tribute to Mabel Tainter, a young woman who loved music and the arts. The facility is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is a charter member of the League of Historic American Theatres, and is a designated Wisconsin Historical Marker Site. It is a premier example of a restored vintage American theater.
*Read more about the theater’s history >*

Visits & Tours –

See and learn about the history and architecture of the Mabel Tainter Theater. Multiple tour options offered on weekends and by appointment. Learn more about visits & tours >>
Book an event –

Weddings, conferences, private parties - the Mabel is a great venue with various rooms, spaces, and services ideal for a range of events. Learn more about weddings & rentals >>
Accessibility

The Mabel is fully accessible. Please use the North Annex Entrance, open 1 hour prior to all performances. Will call tickets are available at both entrances before performances. More FAQs >>

Meet the Staff

Lucas Chase

Executive Director
715.231.3461
director@mabeltainter.org
Melinda Brunk

Building Manager
715.231.3462
events@mabeltainter.org
Alissa Lindholm

Marketing & Events Manager
715.231.3465
marketing@mabeltainter.org
Dustin Olson

Fund Development Officer
715.231.3463
development@mabeltainter.org
Spencer Berndt

Tech and Facilities Manager
715.231.3466
For technical theater inquiries: tech@mabeltainter.org
For facilities and maintenance inquiries: maintenance@mabeltainter.org
Taylor Braun

Spirit Room Manager
715.231.3464
spiritroom@mabeltainter.org
Jon Harlfinger

IT
it@mabeltainter.org
Bar Staff

Linda Chase
Courtney Eberle
Rita Young
Facilities

Nikki Greiten
Janell Evan
Mike Kolstad