| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | 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 |
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 |
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 |
X-Ray Vision: Fish Inside Out Presented by Lubeznik Center for the Arts at Lubeznik Center for the Arts August 31-November 18, 2012 From the most primitive jawless hagfishes to species like the Striped Bass, this Smithsonian Institution traveling exhibition of startlingly beautiful digital x-rays will deepen your understanding of the incredible diversity of fishes. Opening Reception: September 7, 5–8 p.m. | Lubeznik Center for the Arts | 08/31/12-
11/18/12 | Michigan City |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
Our Bountiful Harvest Quilt ShowPresented by Berrien Towne & Country Quilt Guild at Vineland Center October 12-October 13, 2012 With over 200 fabulous quilts on display and unique shopping opportunities, this quilt show draws hundreds of people to Southwest Michigan biannually. Two raffles will be held. One for quilts and another is a special "American Girl Doll" raffle. Hand-made clothes for American Girl Dolls will be for sale. Quilting demonstrations, and a Quilts of Valor display round out some of the highlights. Come and see some of the finest quilts in the Midwest. | Berrien Towne & Country Quilt Guild | 10/12/12-
10/13/12 | Saint Joseph |
Studebaker's Last Dance: The AvantiPresented by Studebaker National Museum at Studebaker National Museum May 1-October 5, 2012 Studebaker's Last Dance: The Avanti presents the story behind Studebaker's fiberglass-bodied sports car, from its secretive beginnings in a Palm Springs bungalow in early 1961 to its debut as "America's Most Advanced Automobile" just over one year later. This exhibit features a look at the challenges, compromises, and problem-solving that goes into creating a new car. Exhibit features never-before-seen images from the Studebaker National Museum Archives and one of Studebaker's... | Studebaker National Museum | 05/01/12-
10/05/12 | South Bend |
The Great Ice Cream SchemePresented by Tin Shop Theatre at Tin Shop Theatre September 7-September 16, 2012 Everyone knows Pop Sicle's Ice Cream Parlor serves the best ice cream in town. Thanks to a secret recipe known only to him, his sister, Nana Peel, and his adopted son, Robin Baskins, Pop has the competition covered. When that cold-hearted villain, I.C. Custard, decides to steal Pop's recipe, things get a little sticky. Custard hires an accomplice, Parfait Deluxe, ex-chorus girl and total klutz. Despite her shortcomings, Parfait is instructed to entice the recipe from Robin. But Robin... | Tin Shop Theatre | 09/07/12-
09/16/12 | Buchanan |
The Home Front: Life in Elkhart County During WWIIPresented by Elkhart County Historical Museum at Elkhart County Historical Museum February 1-August 31, 2012 World War II affected nearly every aspect of daily life for the civilian population of Elkhart County. This museum exhibit examines how the war impacted the residents of the county and the many distinct ways in which residents responded. Along with items from the Elkhart County Historical Society's Collection, the exhibit incorporates photographs and artifacts from local and national institutions and area residents. | Elkhart County Historical Museum | 02/01/12-
08/31/12 | Bristol |
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 |
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 |
Sideways Stories from Wayside SchoolPresented by South Bend Civic Theatre at South Bend Civic Theatre - Barbara K. Warner Studio August 17-August 26, 2012 Newberry award winner Louis Sachar invites you into Wayside School – the craziest school with the strangest teachers ever!
Students try and survive each day under threat of being turned into apples or disappearing on the nonexistent 19th floor. Zany and fun, this play takes all of our school anxieties and brings them to colorful, crazy life!
This Kids4Kids production will be in South Bend Civic Theatre's Warner Studio Theatre, 403 N. Main St, from August 17-26. ... | South Bend Civic Theatre | 08/17/12-
08/26/12 | 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 |
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 |
| South Bend Symphony Orchestra at the ArtsEverywhere Performing Arts Series | Community Foundation of St. Joseph County | 08/25/12 | South Bend |
| Ground Control | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 08/23/12 | Mishawaka |
| Pat Heiden Quartet | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 08/20/12 | Mishawaka |
Lubeznik Center for the Arts Lakefront Art FestivalPresented by Lubeznik Center for the Arts at Washington Park August 18-August 19, 2012 Now in its 31st year, Lubeznik Center’s Lakefront Art Festival brings the very best of art and fine craft by artists from across the country to Michigan City’s Washington Park. A fundraiser for Lubeznik Center for the Arts, proceeds benefit exhibits, programs and community outreach bringing art experiences to thousands of local school children. Free offsite parking and shuttle are available. | Lubeznik Center for the Arts | 08/18/12-
08/19/12 | Michigan City |
The Music of Queen Presented by Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra at Shadowland Pavilion August 18, 2012 The SMSO Will Rock You with this amazing tribute to the music of Queen. Join the SMSO and the musicians of Jeans 'n Classics, along with the Citadel Symphony Chorus, for this journey back to the 70s and 80s with Queen's classic hits including Bohemian Rhapsody, We are the Champions, Somebody to Love and many more. | Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra | 08/18/12 | St. Joseph |
| New West Guitar Group at the ArtsEverywhere Performing Arts Series | Community Foundation of St. Joseph County | 08/18/12 | South Bend |
| Last Call | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 08/16/12 | Mishawaka |
| Michiana Concert Band | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 08/13/12 | Mishawaka |
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 |
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 |
| Southold Dance Theater at the ArtsEverywhere Performing Arts Series | Community Foundation of St. Joseph County | 08/11/12 | South Bend |
Silent Film ShowcasePresented by Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra at The Heritage Museum and Cultural Center August 9, 2012 Pianist Larry Schanker, who premièred his Concerto for Jazz Piano with the SMSO last October, will treat audience members to an evening of Silent Film with live accompaniment. After underscoring a Charlie Chaplin short, Dr. Schanker will talk about the unique, improvisational art of silent film accompaniment, and will demonstrate some of the techniques he uses. This will be followed by a showing of the hilarious Sherlock Jr., a 45-minute Buster Keaton film. Enjoy an enriching... | Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra | 08/09/12 | St. Joseph |
Alligator BlackbirdPresented by Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department at Beutter Riverfront Park August 9, 2012 Alligator Blackbird is a three piece band that combines rock, reggae, folk, and pop influences. Members include Fabian Guzman, guitar and vocals, Cory Miller, percussion, and Chris Keck, guitar. Bring a lawn chair and relax! | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 08/09/12 | Mishawaka |
| Gene Van | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 08/06/12 | Mishawaka |
Amish Acres 50th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival Presented by Amish Acres at Amish Acres August 2-August 5, 2012 Over 300 artists and crafters from across the country will ply their trade and sell their wares around the historic farm’s pond. Farm wagon rides, marionettes and magic shows, famous family style Threshers Dinner in the century old barn restaurant, and guided house and farm tours intertwine the festival’s and farm’s attractions. Continuous free entertainment on four stages is planned throughout the four days along with festive food concoctions including kettle corn, pulled... | Amish Acres | 08/02/12-
08/05/12 | Nappanee |
Peter Pan and WendyPresented by Tin Shop Theatre at Tin Shop Theatre July 27-August 5, 2012 When the carefree and careless Peter Pan flies into the nursery of the Darling home, Wendy follows her instincts for maternity and adventure, bringing her little brothers along to the magical Neverland to take care of the motherless Lost Boys. Soon the Darling children are swept into Peter's deadly battle with Captain Hook and his mostly-fearsome pirate crew. With so much excitement, why ever go home again...? | Tin Shop Theatre | 07/27/12-
08/05/12 | Buchanan |
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 |
| University of Notre Dame Shakespeare Festival’s Young Company at the ArtsEverywhere Performing Arts Series | Community Foundation of St. Joseph County | 08/04/12 | South Bend |
| Da Bears | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 07/30/12 | Mishawaka |
4th Annual Dixie Days Festival & Art FairPresented by North Webster Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce at Downtown North Webster July 26-July 28, 2012 Join us as we celebrate the 4th Annual Dixie Days Festival & Art Fair in downtown North Webster. Visit our unique downtown shops, run the Dixie 5k, shop the huge art fair,antique tent sale & open air market. See the vintage snowmobile show & swap meet and check out all the cool cars at the cruise in. Take a tethered ride on a hot air balloon to see the town and lake from a scenic view, ride our historical Dixie Stern wheel paddle boat, see a comedy film festival, watch the ski... | North Webster Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce | 07/26/12-
07/28/12 | North Webster |
| Indiana University South Bend’s Raclin School of the Arts at the ArtsEverywhere Performing Arts Series | Community Foundation of St. Joseph County | 07/28/12 | South Bend |
| Acoustic Justice | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 07/23/12 | Mishawaka |
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 |
| South Bend Civic Theatre at the ArtsEverywhere Performing Arts Series | Community Foundation of St. Joseph County | 07/21/12 | South Bend |
| VanDyke Review | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 07/19/12 | Mishawaka |
| Everyday People | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 07/16/12 | Mishawaka |
Notre Dame Shakespeare Festival presents ShakeScenesPresented by Shakespeare at Notre Dame at Washington Hall July 14-July 15, 2012 Over the course of one magical weekend, dozens of actors from throughout the community take to the stage with their own unique spin on some of Shakespeare's most beloved works. Two different performances, each offering a series of 10-minute scenes, are sure to inspire and delight the entire family. | Shakespeare at Notre Dame | 07/14/12-
07/15/12 | South Bend |
The Music ManPresented by Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra at Shadowland Pavilion July 15, 2012 Winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical, The Music Man is an affectionate salute to the bygone era of Smalltown, U.S.A. Meredith Willson’s beloved composition follows fast-talking traveling salesman Harold Hill as he cons the people of River City, Iowa into buying instruments and uniforms for a boy's band he vows to organize – despite the fact that he doesn’t know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian the... | Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra | 07/15/12 | St. Joseph |
| The Kameleons | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 07/12/12 | Mishawaka |
| Michiana Concert Band | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 07/09/12 | Mishawaka |
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 |
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 |
| Comedy Night | St. Joseph County 4-H Fair | 07/05/12 | South Bend |
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