| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Art and Music in the Vineyard at The Round Barn Winery August 4-August 5, 2012 You’re invited to this two day event featuring 30 of Michiania’s finest artists at Round Barn Winery, Distillery & Brewery's Baroda Tasting Room & Estate. You can expect to find original works of art in the form of pottery, glass, metal sculptures, paintings, and much more. Now this sounds like a good combo…sipping on a glass of wine, beer, or spirits while shopping and listening to live music! Additional informaiton can be found online at... | | 08/04/12- 08/05/12 | Baroda |
Monday Night Open Mic at The Livery hosted by Venitia SekemaPresented by The Livery at The Livery January 30-December 31, 2012 Come get your 15 minutes of fame every Monday! Some of Southwest Michigan and Northwest Indiana's finest musicians show for this one, but everyone is welcome. Music, Spoken Word, Improv, you name it! Killer stage and sound system, Chris Story is at the dials, hand crafted award winning beers, cafe food that'll make you want to drink another, and the best vibe make this a favorite hangout for people around the nation. Stay till the end & join the jam with The Happy Campers, Monday night's... | The Livery | 01/30/12- 12/31/12 | Benton Harbor |
The Reel ScorePresented by Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra at Jean Klock Park August 4, 2012 Take a musical journey through film with the SMSO and conductor Robin Fountain in The Reel Score. Ideal for film music enthusiasts of all kinds, the concert will feature popular arrangements from Hollywood’s film scores, including Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, Forrest Gump, Jurassic Park, Jaws, and many more. | Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra | 08/04/12 | Benton Harbor |
HairsprayPresented by Elkhart Civic Theatre at Bristol Opera House July 13-July 22, 2012 Break out your old 45’s, grab your dad’s Brylcream, tease your hair just a little higher and check out the new musical that is taking the nation by storm. It's 1962, and Baltimore’s own Tracy Turnblad is aching to dance on the Corny Collin’s show…and to kiss its star, Link Larkin. But the show’s lack of racial integration is causing problems, not just for Tracy but for the whole community. Can one person make a difference? You bet your letter sweater... | Elkhart Civic Theatre | 07/13/12- 07/22/12 | Bristol |
Un-Sanctioned BuchananPresented by Buchanan Museum of Fine Art at Downtown Buchanan, Michigan May 26, 2012 Join us Saturday, Memorial Day Weekend for the Summer kick off celebration featuring live entertainment, food, fine art, artists, antiques and shopping.
Visit THE Summer Event featuring an evening of music at the Gazebo with nationally known musical artist, Deborrah Wyndham!
Eat, drink and be merry at Un-Sanctioned! | Buchanan Museum of Fine Art | 05/26/12 | Buchanan |
| Choral Awards Concert | Elkhart Central High School | 05/21/12 | Elkhart |
GreasePresented by Premier Arts at Lerner Theatre (formerly Elco Theatre) July 20-July 22, 2012 The year is 1959 where we find duck-tailed, hot-rodding "Burger Palace Boys" and their gum-snapping, hip-shaking "Pink Ladies" in bobby sox and pedal pushers, evoking the look and sound of the 1950s in this rollicking musical. Head "greaser" Danny Zuko and new (good) girl Sandy Dumbrowski try to relive the high romance of their "Summer Nights" as the rest of the gang sings and dances its way through such songs as "Greased Lightnin'",... | Premier Arts | 07/20/12- 07/22/12 | Elkhart |
Peter PanPresented by Premier Arts at Lerner Theatre (formerly Elco Theatre) October 12-October 14, 2012 Here is all the charm of J.M. Barrie’s classic novel and its ever-popular characters - Peter Pan, Wendy, John, Michael, the dastardly Captain Hook and his sidekick Smee, Tiger Lily, the Lost Boys, pirates, Neverland indians, fairies, Nana the pet dog and, of course, that scary crocodile - in a sparkling musical adaptation direct from Great Britain. TMP is proud to bring to the Puget Sound area this new version of the stage musical, encompassing the revisions made for the 1995 West End... | Premier Arts | 10/12/12- 10/14/12 | Elkhart |
A Lerner Christmas - Holiday Musical ReviewPresented by Premier Arts at Lerner Theatre (formerly Elco Theatre) December 14-December 16, 2012 Experience the Christmas season with all the charm and enthusiasm of days gone by! Take a break from the hectic pace of the season. Come, relax with us and recharge those Christmas season batteries! | Premier Arts | 12/14/12- 12/16/12 | Elkhart |
GuitarInteract Launch PartyPresented by Miller Guitar Academy at Miller Guitar Academy June 16, 2012 Miller Guitar Academy launches "GuitarInteract.com" a site featuring the guitar program materials "Guitar Academy" written and produced by Stephen and Joellen Miller. The new books of the series will be available for view. Students will be performing selections from level I-IV of Guitar Academy and the authors will be available to discuss the plans for the broader launch of GuitarInteract.com. Attendees may also sign up for the summer intro session that will incorporate... | Miller Guitar Academy | 06/16/12 | Mishawaka |
Plain and FancyPresented by Amish Acres at The Round Barn Theatre May 15-October 20, 2012 The classic Broadway Musical about life and love on an Amish farm tells the story of a New York couple who drive to Pennsylvania Amish country to sell a piece of property to an Amish man for his daughter's wedding. The clash of cultures educates and entertains at the same time in this quaint musical comedy. | Amish Acres | 05/15/12- 10/20/12 | Nappanee |
State FairPresented by Amish Acres at The Round Barn Theatre May 29-July 8, 2012 Rodgers & Hammerstein's only musical written for the screen was later adapted for the stage. Set against the colorful backdrop of an American heartland tradition, State Fair travels with the Frake family as they leave behind the routine of the farm for three days of adventure at the annual Iowa State Fair. Mom and Pop have their hearts set on blue ribbons while daughter and son find romance and heartbreak on the midway. Set to the strains of an Academy Award-winning score, State Fair is... | Amish Acres | 05/29/12- 07/08/12 | Nappanee |
Hank Williams: Lost HighwayPresented by Amish Acres at The Round Barn Theatre July 17-August 26, 2012 A spectacular musical biography of the rise and fall of the legendary singer-songwriter who stands among the greatest innovators of American popular music. This unforgettable tribute features over 20 hits and highlights his unique magic as a perfromer and simple spell of his yearning songs. | Amish Acres | 07/17/12- 08/26/12 | Nappanee |
Sisters of Swing: The Story of the Andrews SistersPresented by Amish Acres at The Round Barn Theatre September 4-October 14, 2012 This musical follows sisters LaVerne, Maxene and Patty Andrews from their early days on the road, through their rise as recording stars, to entertaining American GI's overseas, to dissembling over differences. Over twenty hit songs like "Bei Mir Bist Du Schon," "Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree," and "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy." | Amish Acres | 09/04/12- 10/14/12 | Nappanee |
Miracle on 34th StreetPresented by Amish Acres at The Round Barn Theatre November 14-December 31, 2012 Adapted from the beloved classic Holiday film, Miracle on 34th Street comes to life on stage. Filled with traditional Christmas Carols, it is the story of Kris Kringle, and old man residing in a retirement home, who gets a job working as Macy's Department Store Santa. One hitch, Kris believes he is the real Santa Claus, and unleashes waves of good will with Macy's customers and the commercial world of New York City by referring parents to other stores to find exactly the toy their child has... | Amish Acres | 11/14/12- 12/31/12 | Nappanee |
Independence Day CelebrationPresented by Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra at Lions Pavilion Park July 3, 2012 Join us for an unforgettable night of patriotic music and the most spectacular views of the fireworks anywhere! Stretch out on a blanket, relax in your own lawn chair, or gather around a picnic table and enjoy the show set to live symphonic music! | Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra | 07/03/12 | New Buffalo |
Godspell Jr. Musical TheaterPresented by Grace United Methodist Church at Grace United Methodist Church, Niles May 18-May 19, 2012 Can't make it to the Broadway revival of Godspell this year in NYC? Enjoy those same great Broadway hits like "Day by Day" and "We Beseech Thee" in a version of Godspell written for youth performers and great for all ages to watch. Great price and conveniently located in Niles, MI. | Grace United Methodist Church | 05/18/12- 05/19/12 | Niles |
The 14th Annual Firefighter Blues FestivalPresented by South Bend Firefighters Association at Crumstown Conservation Club July 28, 2012 Our 14th Annual FIrefighters Blues Festival is upon us. This year on stage we have:
1:00 PM - The Local 362 All-Stars
3:00 PM - Sam Cockrell
5:00 PM - Southside Denny (featuring The Snyders)
7:00 PM: The Kinsey Report
9:00 PM - John Primer
The event goes to sponsor the Survive Alive House and to help send kids to the Hoosier Burn Camp. Please help keep our kids safe by showing your support and coming out to the event. | South Bend Firefighters Association | 07/28/12 | North Liberty |
Bach Ascension FestivalPresented by Southwest Michigan's Twin Cities Organ Concert Series at Trinity Lutheran Church May 20, 2012 Southwest Michigan's Twin Cities Organ Concert Series presents a Bach Ascension Festival. Guest conductor Jonathan Busarow from Valparaiso University will lead a 14 member orchestra along with harpsichord, four vocal soloists (Sara Emerson - Soprano, Rebecca Russcher - Alto, John Nevergall - Tenor and Chris Filipowicz - Bass) and the 26 member Saint Joseph Bach Chorale in a performance of two J. S. Bach Cantatas written for the Ascension, BWV 43 and 11. Presenting larger-scale programming is... | Southwest Michigan's Twin Cities Organ Concert Series | 05/20/12 | Saint Joseph |
Music for a Sacred SpacePresented by Moreau Center for the Arts - Saint Mary's College at Church of Our Lady of Loretto May 20, 2012 The South Bend Chamber Singers close out their 23rd concert season by welcoming back a familiar face as a guest organist. David Eicher was the accompanist for the South Bend Chamber Singers for 19 years before moving to Louisville as the editor of the new Presbyterian hymnal. The concert will feature Georg Frideric Handel’s Dixit Dominus, James MacMillan’s Magnificat, and Petr Eben’s Prague Te Deum. | Moreau Center for the Arts - Saint Mary's College | 05/20/12 | South Bend |
8th Annual Reggae/World Music FestivalPresented by Pangani Foundation, Inc. at St. Joseph County 4-H Fairgrounds August 11, 2012 The only reggae/world music festival in the state of Indiana featuring local and international live artists. This is the entire family, all ages outdoor music entertainment.
The event features live music and djs, kids activities, drum circles, zumba dance, hooplas, local and international food and craft vendors, beer garden for over 21 years old and more fun..
This is the non-profit fund rasier. All profits are donated to Pangani Foundation, Inc. which helps schools... | Pangani Foundation, Inc. | 08/11/12 | South Bend |
Into the WoodsPresented by South Bend Civic Theatre at South Bend Civic Theatre - Wilson Auditorium July 27-August 12, 2012 South Bend Civic Theatre presents the musical "Into the Woods" on the Wilson Mainstage from July 27-August 12.
From legendary composer Stephen Sondheim comes "Into the Woods," a delightfully dark twist on fairy tale favorites. Familiar characters as Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk, and others find their dreams but come to realize there is a another side to “happily ever after.”
Told in gorgeous music and... | South Bend Civic Theatre | 07/27/12- 08/12/12 | South Bend |
First Fridays KeyBank Concert Series: The Oblates of BluesPresented by Downtown South Bend at Key Bank Plaza July 6, 2012 Michiana-based blues band The Oblates of Blues will perform from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. at KeyBank Plaza as part of the First Fridays KeyBank Concert Series. Concert is free and open to the public. | Downtown South Bend | 07/06/12 | South Bend |
First Fridays KeyBank Concert Series: The Unraveling String BandPresented by Downtown South Bend at Key Bank Plaza June 1, 2012 Enjoy live folk, bluegrass, classic 60's & 70's soft rock, and original music from South Bend-based The Unraveling String Band from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at KeyBank Plaza as part of the First Fridays KeyBank Concert Series. Concert is free and open to the public. | Downtown South Bend | 06/01/12 | South Bend |
| Department of Music Commencement Concert | University of Notre Dame Department of Music | 05/18/12 | South Bend |
| Notre Dame Glee Club Commencement Concert | University of Notre Dame Department of Music | 05/19/12 | South Bend |
| Outdoor Overture | South Bend Symphony Orchestra | 06/30/12 | South Bend |
The Steve Miller BandPresented by Morris Performing Arts Center at Morris Performing Arts Center June 28, 2012 One of rock music’s all-time greats, the STEVE MILLER BAND has sold more than 30 million records in a career spanning more than 40 years. His trademark blues-rock sound made him one of the key artists in classic rock radio with hits like “The Joker,” “Fly Like an Eagle,” “Rock ‘n Me,” “Jungle Love,” “Jet Airliner,” “Swingtown,” “Abracadabra” and “Take the Money and Run.”
| Morris Performing Arts Center | 06/28/12 | South Bend |
Rock the RooftopPresented by AIDS Ministries/AIDS Assist at Wayne Street Garage June 15, 2012 To benefit and raise awareness for AIDS Minitries/AIDS Assist of North IN. Live band and cash bar.
Bands playing are:
Andrew & the Family Frelic, from 5 to 6:30 p.m.
Parkovash, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
| AIDS Ministries/AIDS Assist | 06/15/12 | South Bend |
Art Beat 2012Presented by Downtown South Bend at Downtown South Bend August 25, 2012 Art Beat is a free, downtown South Bend stroll along the streets and sidewalks featuring the work of local visual, performing, and culinary artists. The event showcases South Bend and the surrounding community’s artists and creates awareness of the role that downtown organizations and businesses play in the artisans’ promotion and success. | Downtown South Bend | 08/25/12 | South Bend |
All Shook Up!Presented by South Bend Civic Theatre at O'Laughlin Auditorium October 19-October 21, 2012 Take a plot worthy of Shakespeare – girl loves boy who loves another girl, first girl dresses as boy to be close to her boy only to have other girl fall in love with her – and set it to the tunes of Elvis Presley and you get a 1950’s style musical of young love and rock n’ roll.
Put on your “Blue Suede Shoes,” get ready to dance and you “Can’t Help Falling in Love” with "All Shook Up!"
Performances of... | South Bend Civic Theatre | 10/19/12- 10/21/12 | South Bend |
Street Beat, an Urbanized Journey through PercussionPresented by St. Joseph County 4-H Fair at St. Joseph County 4-H Fairgrounds July 6, 2012 Street Beat is a kinetic, maximum energy explosion of urban rhythm and dance, utilizing junk, household items and found objects for drums and percussion and featuring the pinnacle of modern "street" choreography. | St. Joseph County 4-H Fair | 07/06/12 | South Bend |
Here Come the MummiesPresented by St. Joseph County 4-H Fair at St. Joseph County 4-H Fairgrounds July 7, 2012 Here Come the Mummies have built a following with their energetic live performances and regular appearances on the Bob & Tom radio show. This multi-talented musical ensemble performs "Terrifying Funk from Beyond the Grave"! | St. Joseph County 4-H Fair | 07/07/12 | South Bend |
The Fresh Beat BandPresented by Morris Performing Arts Center at Morris Performing Arts Center October 17, 2012 THE FRESH BEAT BAND, Nickelodeon's popular preschool music group and stars of the hit TV series of the same name, are adding a second leg (50 cities, 70 performances) to their current sold-out nationwide concert. More than 200,000 fans will have seen the live show by the end of the first run making it one of this year’s most successful music tours.
THE FRESH BEAT BAND LIVE IN CONCERT Tour Presented By Nickelodeon features Kiki (Yvette Gonzalez-Nacer), Shout (Thomas... | Morris Performing Arts Center | 10/17/12 | South Bend |
Fridays by the Fountain at the Jon Hunt Plaza, at The MorrisPresented by Morris Performing Arts Center at Jon R. Hunt Plaza June 15-August 31, 2012 The Morris Performing Arts Center, South Bend Tribune and Sunny 101.5 are pleased to present the outdoor summer concert series, Fridays by the Fountain. Local Blues, Jazz, Rock, Latin and Country bands take 'the stage' in the plaza in front of the Morris Performing Arts Center during lunchtime on Fridays in June, July and August. The concerts are free and open to the public and run from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Downtown restaurants contract to sell food and they offer a variety of lunchtime... | Morris Performing Arts Center | 06/15/12- 08/31/12 | South Bend |
Theatre Summer Camps: 7-12th GradePresented by South Bend Civic Theatre at South Bend Civic Theatre - Barbara K. Warner Studio July 9-August 11, 2012 SBCT’s 2012 Summer Camps will be HOT – Register Now!
South Bend Civic Theatre will hold summer camps giving students opportunities to have fun and explore theatre with experienced instructors.
Numerous studies have shown the importance of arts education in giving students skills needed for successful development. At South Bend Civic Theatre, we are committed to giving young people top flight theatre classes designed to teach these skills while learning abilities... | South Bend Civic Theatre | 07/09/12- 08/11/12 | South Bend |
Kennedy's Kitchen at Fridays by the FountainPresented by Morris Performing Arts Center at Jon R. Hunt Plaza June 15, 2012 The Morris Performing Arts Center, South Bend Tribune and Sunny 101.5 are pleased to present the outdoor summer concert series, Fridays by the Fountain. Local Blues, Jazz, Rock, Latin and Country bands take 'the stage' in the Jon R. Hunt Plaza in front of the Morris Performing Arts Center during lunchtime on Fridays in June, July and August. The concerts are FREE and... | Morris Performing Arts Center | 06/15/12 | South Bend |
Whistle Pigs at Under the RooftopPresented by AIDS Ministries/AIDS Assist at American Legion Pulaski Post #357 August 24, 2012 Fundraising event for AIDS Ministries/AIDS Assist. Live music with the Whistle Pigs. Cash Bar | AIDS Ministries/AIDS Assist | 08/24/12 | South Bend |
Chantilly Lace at Fridays by the FountainPresented by Morris Performing Arts Center at Jon R. Hunt Plaza June 29, 2012 The Morris Performing Arts Center, South Bend Tribune and Sunny 101.5 are pleased to present the outdoor summer concert series, Fridays by the Fountain. Local Blues, Jazz, Rock, Latin and Country bands take 'the stage' in the Jon R. Hunt Plaza in front of the Morris Performing Arts Center during lunchtime on Fridays in June, July and August. The concerts are FREE and... | Morris Performing Arts Center | 06/29/12 | South Bend |
Everyday People at Fridays by the FountainPresented by Morris Performing Arts Center at Jon R. Hunt Plaza July 13, 2012 The Morris Performing Arts Center, South Bend Tribune and Sunny 101.5 are pleased to present the outdoor summer concert series, Fridays by the Fountain. Local Blues, Jazz, Rock, Latin and Country bands take 'the stage' in the Jon R. Hunt Plaza in front of the Morris Performing Arts Center during lunchtime on Fridays in June, July and August. The concerts are FREE and... | Morris Performing Arts Center | 07/13/12 | South Bend |
Jetta and the Jellybeans at Fridays by the FountainPresented by Morris Performing Arts Center at Jon R. Hunt Plaza August 24, 2012 The Morris Performing Arts Center, South Bend Tribune and Sunny 101.5 are pleased to present the outdoor summer concert series, Fridays by the Fountain. Local Blues, Jazz, Rock, Latin and Country bands take 'the stage' in the Jon R. Hunt Plaza in front of the Morris Performing Arts Center during lunchtime on Fridays in June, July and August. The concerts are FREE and... | Morris Performing Arts Center | 08/24/12 | South Bend |
Top Secret at Fridays by the FountainPresented by Morris Performing Arts Center at Jon R. Hunt Plaza July 27, 2012 The Morris Performing Arts Center, South Bend Tribune and Sunny 101.5 are pleased to present the outdoor summer concert series, Fridays by the Fountain. Local Blues, Jazz, Rock, Latin and Country bands take 'the stage' in the Jon R. Hunt Plaza in front of the Morris Performing Arts Center during lunchtime on Fridays in June, July and August. The concerts are FREE and... | Morris Performing Arts Center | 07/27/12 | South Bend |
Junior and the Igniters at Fridays by the FountainPresented by Morris Performing Arts Center at Jon R. Hunt Plaza August 10, 2012 The Morris Performing Arts Center, South Bend Tribune and Sunny 101.5 are pleased to present the outdoor summer concert series, Fridays by the Fountain. Local Blues, Jazz, Rock, Latin and Country bands take 'the stage' in the Jon R. Hunt Plaza in front of the Morris Performing Arts Center during lunchtime on Fridays in June, July and August. The concerts are FREE and... | Morris Performing Arts Center | 08/10/12 | South Bend |
Indiana University Raclin School of the Arts at Fridays by the FountainPresented by Morris Performing Arts Center at Jon R. Hunt Plaza August 31, 2012 The Morris Performing Arts Center, South Bend Tribune and Sunny 101.5 are pleased to present the outdoor summer concert series, Fridays by the Fountain. Local Blues, Jazz, Rock, Latin and Country bands take 'the stage' in the Jon R. Hunt Plaza in front of the Morris Performing Arts Center during lunchtime on Fridays in June, July and August. The concerts are FREE and... | Morris Performing Arts Center | 08/31/12 | South Bend |
Valleyaires Annual Show - Hooray for HollywoodPresented by South Bend/Mishawaka Valleyaires at Clay High School June 9, 2012 Songs from classic Hollywood movies like "Wizard of OZ", "Oliver", "Singin' in the Rain" and "Puttin'on the Ritz" sung in 4-part close harmony by the Valleyaires barbershop chorus and quartets. Featured quartets include the 2011 Cardinal District Champions "Instant Classic" and the 2006 International Quartet Champions "Vocal Spectrum". | South Bend/Mishawaka Valleyaires | 06/09/12 | South Bend |
Disney Live Presents Mickey's Music FestivalPresented by Morris Performing Arts Center at Morris Performing Arts Center November 24, 2012 Mickey Mouse and friends rock the world with the stars from "The Little Mermaid," "Aladdin" and Disney/Pixar’s "Toy Story" in their new touring show Disney Live! "Mickey's Music Festival." Disney hits are remixed to the hottest sounds of today featuring hip hop, pop, swing, reggae, rock, country and much more! The irresistible lineup of performers, including Mickey, Minnie, Donald and Goofy; Ariel, Sebastian and Ursula; Jasmine, Aladdin and... | Morris Performing Arts Center | 11/24/12 | South Bend |
Dierks Bentley 'Country and Cold Cans' TourPresented by Morris Performing Arts Center at Morris Performing Arts Center June 22, 2012 Multi-Platinum singer/songwriter DIERKS BENTLEY is bringing his Country & Cold Cans Tour back for another run across the U.S. after touring Canada and Australia … even going to Alaska … giving new meaning to COLD cans! BENTLEY released his sixth studio album “HOME” in February and the title track received an ACM nomination for Song of the Year and is pushing its way up the Top 10 of the radio charts. The lead single “Am I The only One” peaked in the... | Morris Performing Arts Center | 06/22/12 | South Bend |
| South Bend Civic Theatre at the ArtsEverywhere Performing Arts Series | Community Foundation of St. Joseph County | 07/21/12 | South Bend |
2012 ArtsEverywhere Performing Arts SeriesPresented by Community Foundation of St. Joseph County at Chris Wilson Pavilion at Potawatomi Park July 21-August 25, 2012 For the third year in a row, the award-winning ArtsEverywhere Performing Arts Series returns to the Chris Wilson Pavilion at South Bend’s Potawatomi Park. This year’s free Saturday night series has been expanded, featuring six evenings of some of our community’s best performing arts talent. You can bring a picnic dinner or buy it there: As in the past, Fiddler’s Hearth will offer food and drinks for sale at the park. All events will be professionally... | Community Foundation of St. Joseph County | 07/21/12- 08/25/12 | South Bend |
| New West Guitar Group at the ArtsEverywhere Performing Arts Series | Community Foundation of St. Joseph County | 08/18/12 | South Bend |