| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | 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 |
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 |
Henderika Akkerman: Paintings/Monoprints and Hank Mascotte: Block printsPresented by Artpost at Artpost May 3-June 24, 2012 First Friday reception, June 1st, from 5-9pm
Artpost will be exhibiting work by two venerable South Bend artists in May and June – Henderika (Henni) Akkerman and Hank Mascotte. Henderika’s abstract work combines painting, monoprints, and collaged material to create work that is simply about joy, forms and color. Hank will be exhibiting a series of botanical block prints on rice paper, inspired by a series of visits to Maui, Hawaii.
Henni’s work has been exhibited in many... | Artpost | 05/03/12-
06/24/12 | South Bend |
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 |
Bethel College Theatre presents: Leaving Iowa by Tim Clue and Spike MantonPresented by Bethel College at Bethel College, Everest-Rohrer Chapel / Fine Arts Center June 1-June 8, 2012 Childhood memories. Family vacations. Come laugh and be reminded of your family road trips. "Leaving Iowa" is the story of Don Browning, who returns home and decides to finally take his father's ashes to his childhood home, as requested. But when Don discovers Grandma's house is now a grocery store, he begins traveling across Iowa searching for a proper resting place for his father. This father and son road trip shifts smoothly from the present to Don's memories of the annual,... | Bethel College | 06/01/12-
06/08/12 | Mishawaka |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Southold Dance Theater at the ArtsEverywhere Performing Arts Series | Community Foundation of St. Joseph County | 08/11/12 | South Bend |
| New West Guitar Group at the ArtsEverywhere Performing Arts Series | Community Foundation of St. Joseph County | 08/18/12 | South Bend |
| South Bend Symphony Orchestra at the ArtsEverywhere Performing Arts Series | Community Foundation of St. Joseph County | 08/25/12 | South Bend |
Art BLAST! 3rd Annual Art FestivalPresented by Creative Fish Art Gallery at Creative Fish Art Gallery June 30, 2012 Start your 4th of July week on Saturday June 30, 2012. Bring the family and friends to stroll though the booths. You will experience many unique handmade art by local artists. Live music and great food will be there for your enjoyment.
Art Blast 3rd Annual Art Festival is a family friendly event. This is a great time to bring the children and teach them about the arts. We look forward to seeing you June 30, 2012.
Artists if you are interested in... | Creative Fish Art Gallery | 06/30/12 | Syracuse |
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 |
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 |
The Elkhart County Home: Then & NowPresented by Elkhart County Historical Museum at Ox Bow County Park June 1, 2012 Did you know that Elkhart County used to have an asylum for the poor? Learn the history of the Elkhart County Home through photos and stories. A walking tour of the old Elkhart County Home property will also be a part of the program. Program will take place at Ox Box Haus Shelter in Ox Bow County Park. | Elkhart County Historical Museum | 06/01/12 | Goshen |
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 |
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 |
MasterWorks Festival Concerto Competition FinalsPresented by MasterWorks Festival at Rodeheaver Auditorium June 21, 2012 Join us on Thursday, June 21st to listen to our student finalists in four divisions, high school, college, and post college, perform concertos for the chance to play their piece with the MasterWorks Festival orchestra later on in the festival. | MasterWorks Festival | 06/21/12 | Winona Lake |
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 |
| Top Secret | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 06/28/12 | Mishawaka |
| Everyday People | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 07/05/12 | Mishawaka |
| Pat Heiden Quartet | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 08/20/12 | Mishawaka |
| Michiana Concert Band | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 06/11/12 | Mishawaka |
Billy Nicks TrioPresented by Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department at Battell Park Bandshell June 18, 2012 A class act with professional musicians and first rate singers, all performing with passion and dedication. Don’t miss this chance to enjoy some real Motown sounds. Motown and Soul done right! What an opportunity! Part of this years East Race Concert Series. Bring a lawn chair and relax! | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 06/18/12 | Mishawaka |
| The Valleyaires | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 06/25/12 | Mishawaka |
| Acoustic Justice | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 07/23/12 | Mishawaka |
| Ron Wiggins Quartet | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 07/02/12 | Mishawaka |
| Everyday People | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 07/16/12 | Mishawaka |
| Michiana Concert Band | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 07/09/12 | Mishawaka |
| Da Bears | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 07/30/12 | Mishawaka |
| Gene Van | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 08/06/12 | Mishawaka |
| Michiana Concert Band | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 08/13/12 | Mishawaka |
Alligator BlackbirdPresented by Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department at Beutter Riverfront Park June 7, 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 | 06/07/12 | Mishawaka |
| The Kameleons | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 07/12/12 | Mishawaka |
| VanDyke Review | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 07/19/12 | Mishawaka |
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 |
| Last Call | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 08/16/12 | Mishawaka |
| Ground Control | Mishawaka Parks & Recreation Department | 08/23/12 | Mishawaka |
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 |
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 |
| Niles Art Association Member's Show | Niles Art Association | 05/16/12-
06/20/12 | Niles |
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 |
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 |
Country Scholarship DinnerPresented by Pentecostal Cathedral Fine Arts Department at Charles Martin Youth Center June 9, 2012 A scholarship fund-raiser dinner. Funds raised will go toward high school graduates pursuing an education in the arts. Evening entertainment will be provided by the fine arts troops dancers and mime performers.
Dress up in your best country and western outfit, come and join in on the fun.
Sponsored by the
Pentecostal Cathedral
Fine Arts Department
1025 West Western Avenue
South Bend, IN 46601 | Pentecostal Cathedral Fine Arts Department | 06/09/12 | South Bend |
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 |
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