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Morris Performing Arts Center
The premier performing arts center in the region, built in the early 1920s, the Morris underwent a $14 million renovation, reopening in February 2000. The historic Morris offers elegant decor and rich history with new state-of-the art sound system and technical equipment. The Morris hosts a wide variety of events throughout the year including rock, pop, jazz, blues, country, gospel and classical concerts; national Broadway musical tours; comedians; dance and family events. The Morris is home to the South Bend Symphony Orchestra and big name stars including Jerry Seinfeld, David Copperfield, Donny Osmond, Anne Murray, B.B. King, Tony Bennett, Tim BcGraw, Brad Paisley, Sheryl Crow, Bill Cosby, Bill Engvall, Larry the Cable Guy, Blue Man Group and more!
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Morris Performing Arts Center
211 North Michigan Street
South Bend, IN 46601Phone: 574-235-9198 | Fax: 574-235-5604 | Email | Official Website
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Current Events
There are no current events available for this organization at this time.
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Upcoming Events
02/12/12 Golden Dragon Acrobat present Cirque Ziva
Morris Performing Arts Center03/09/12 Disney Live Presents...Three Classic Fairy Tales
Morris Performing Arts Center03/21/12 Riverdance Farewell Tour
Morris Performing Arts Center03/25/12 Human Nature, The Motown Show
Morris Performing Arts Center04/14/12 John Prine: Legendary Songwriter & American Treasure
Morris Performing Arts Center04/26/12 Red Green
Morris Performing Arts Center05/11/12 An Intimate Evening with Trace Adkins Songs and Stories
Morris Performing Arts Center
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Current Events
There are no current events available for this organization at this time.
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Upcoming Events
02/12/12 Golden Dragon Acrobat present Cirque Ziva
Morris Performing Arts Center03/09/12 Disney Live Presents...Three Classic Fairy Tales
Morris Performing Arts Center03/21/12 Riverdance Farewell Tour
Morris Performing Arts Center03/25/12 Human Nature, The Motown Show
Morris Performing Arts Center04/14/12 John Prine: Legendary Songwriter & American Treasure
Morris Performing Arts Center04/26/12 Red Green
Morris Performing Arts Center05/11/12 An Intimate Evening with Trace Adkins Songs and Stories
Morris Performing Arts Center
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Past Events
01/27/12 Glen Campbell, The Goodbye Tour [CANCELLED]
Morris Performing Arts Center01/22/12 State Ballet Theatre of Russia Presents Swan Lake
Morris Performing Arts Center01/14/12 Comedian Mike Epps
Morris Performing Arts Center12/31/11 New Year's Eve Gala at The Palais Royale featuring The Tom Milo Big Band
Palais Royale11/06/11 Bill Cosby [CANCELLED]
Morris Performing Arts Center11/04/11 Maze featuring Frankie Beverly
Morris Performing Arts Center10/28/11 Straight No Chaser
Morris Performing Arts Center10/05/11 Pretty Lights
Morris Performing Arts Center10/04/11 Tyler Perry presents The Haves and the Have Nots
Morris Performing Arts Center09/29/11 Brian Regan
Morris Performing Arts Center09/09/11 Tommy James and the Shondells
Morris Performing Arts Center08/19/11 Ernestine M. Raclin School of the Arts at Fridays by the Fountain
Jon R. Hunt Plaza08/19/11 George Thorogood
Morris Performing Arts Center08/17/11 Sheryl Crow
Morris Performing Arts Center08/12/11 The Ultimate Doo-Wop Show
Morris Performing Arts Center08/05/11 The Douglas James Band at Fridays by the Fountain
Jon R. Hunt Plaza07/22/11 Terry and the Heartbeats at Fridays by the Fountain
Jon R. Hunt Plaza07/15/11 Kennedy's Kitchen at Fridays by the Fountain
Jon R. Hunt Plaza07/08/11 Half-Pint Jones at Fridays by the Fountain
Jon R. Hunt Plaza06/28/11 The Monkees Here They Come! 45th Anniversary
Morris Performing Arts Center06/24/11 Alligator Blackbird at Fridays by the Fountain
Jon R. Hunt Plaza06/14/11 Huey Lewis and the News
Morris Performing Arts Center06/10/11 Kennedy's Kitchen at Fridays by the Fountain [RESCHEDULED]
Jon R. Hunt Plaza06/03/11 Legendary Basketball Coach Bob Knight
Morris Performing Arts Center05/28/11 Ginuwine and Next [CANCELLED]
Morris Performing Arts Center05/24/11 The Doobie Brothers
Morris Performing Arts Center05/07/11 Darius Rucker
Morris Performing Arts Center05/05/11 An Evening with Garrison Keillor
Morris Performing Arts Center05/01/11 Jimmy Webb in Just Across the River [CANCELLED]
Palais Royale04/17/11 An Evening with Bill Maher at the Morris
Morris Performing Arts Center04/15/11 Celtic Woman: Songs from the Heart
Morris Performing Arts Center04/08/11 Rock Triple-header Styx, Blue Oyster Cult and Mark Farner
Morris Performing Arts Center04/07/11 Randy Travis
Morris Performing Arts Center04/02/11 R&B Comedy Explosion with The Whispers
Morris Performing Arts Center03/20/11 Willie Nelson
Morris Performing Arts Center03/12/11 Larry the Cable Guy "Tailgate Party"
Morris Performing Arts Center03/10/11 Barney Live in Concert Birthday Bash!
Morris Performing Arts Center03/05/11 James Taylor with Very Special Guest, Ben Taylor
Morris Performing Arts Center03/01/11 Amy Grant and Michael W. Smith
Morris Performing Arts Center02/18/11-
02/20/11Menopause The Musical
Morris Performing Arts Center02/13/11 Spider Saloff
Palais Royale02/13/11 Loretta Lynn
Morris Performing Arts Center02/10/11 Lewis Black: In God We Rust
Morris Performing Arts Center02/05/11 All Star Comedy Jam
Morris Performing Arts Center01/29/11 The Avett Brothers
Morris Performing Arts Center01/16/11 B.B. King - King of the Blues with Willie "Big Eyes" Smith Band
Morris Performing Arts Center12/31/10 Tom Milo Big Band at Palais Royale New Year's Eve Gala
Palais Royale12/29/10-
01/02/11Sesame Street Live: Elmo's Green Thumb
Morris Performing Arts Center12/20/10 The Oak Ridge Boys Christmas Show
Morris Performing Arts Center12/16/10 The Christmas Music of Mannheim Steamroller
Morris Performing Arts Center11/13/10 John Mellencamp: No Better Than This Tour
Morris Performing Arts Center11/12/10 Rodney Carrington, Comedian
Morris Performing Arts Center10/30/10 Mike Epps & Friends
Morris Performing Arts Center10/21/10 JD Lawrence Presents Me & Mrs. Jones Stage Play
Morris Performing Arts Center10/08/10 The Diary of Black Men [CANCELLED]
Morris Performing Arts Center10/03/10 Straight No Chaser
Morris Performing Arts Center09/23/10 Gabriel Iglesias
Morris Performing Arts Center08/27/10 Kenny Rogers: First 50 Years World Tour
Morris Performing Arts Center08/22/10 Foreigner
Morris Performing Arts Center08/20/10 Terry & The Heartbeats at Fridays by the Fountain
Jon R. Hunt Plaza08/08/10 Alex Campos & Mision Vida in Concert
Morris Performing Arts Center08/06/10 Top Secret at Fridays by the Fountain
Jon R. Hunt Plaza07/30/10 Bill Nicks/Motown Dance Party at Fridays by the Fountain
Jon R. Hunt Plaza07/09/10 Bradley Young Trio at Fridays by the Fountain
Jon R. Hunt Plaza06/25/10 Kennedy's Kitchen at Fridays by the Fountain
Jon R. Hunt Plaza06/21/10 Harry Connick, Jr., & Orchestra
Morris Performing Arts Center06/20/10 Daniel O'Donnell
Morris Performing Arts Center06/17/10 The Moody Blues
Morris Performing Arts Center06/11/10 Little Frank & The Premiers at Friday's by the Fountain
Morris Performing Arts Center05/20/10 REO Speedwagon with Blue Oyster Cult
Morris Performing Arts Center05/11/10 The Goo Goo Dolls
Morris Performing Arts Center05/01/10-
05/02/10Late Night Catechism
Palais Royale04/19/10 An Evening with David Sedaris
Morris Performing Arts Center04/16/10 Girls Night: The Musical
Morris Performing Arts Center04/11/10 Cheech & Chong - Get It Legal Tour
Morris Performing Arts Center03/27/10 Comedian Tim Wilson at the Palais Royale
Palais Royale03/21/10 Celtic Woman
Morris Performing Arts Center03/19/10 Playhouse Disney LIVE!
Morris Performing Arts Center02/25/10 Brian Regan
Morris Performing Arts Center02/20/10 Morris LIVE! Presents - 10th Year Celebration
Morris Performing Arts Center02/14/10 Sinbad
Morris Performing Arts Center02/05/10 Ron White
Morris Performing Arts Center01/22/10-
01/24/10Menopause The Musical
Morris Performing Arts Center12/30/09-
01/03/10Sesame Street Live - When Elmo Grows Up
Morris Performing Arts Center12/18/09 Jerry Seinfeld
Morris Performing Arts Center11/20/09 Bob and Tom Comedy All-Stars
Morris Performing Arts Center11/15/09 David Cook (CANCELLED)
Morris Performing Arts Center11/10/09 Tyler Perry's Laugh to Keep from Crying
Morris Performing Arts Center11/02/09 Celtic Thunder
Morris Performing Arts Center10/24/09 Casting Crowns
Morris Performing Arts Center10/19/09 The Wiggles Go Bananas Live
Morris Performing Arts Center10/01/09 Robin Williams - SOLD OUT!
Morris Performing Arts Center09/09/09 ZZ Top
Morris Performing Arts Center08/15/09 Beach Boys
St. Patrick's County Park08/09/09 Alice Cooper with Blue Oyster Cult
Morris Performing Arts Center08/03/09 Crosby, Stills & Nash
Morris Performing Arts Center08/01/09 The Ultimate Doo-Wop Show [POSTPONED]
St. Patrick's County Park08/01/09 Jeffrey Osborne [CANCELED]
Morris Performing Arts Center07/31/09 Best of the Beatles with Pete Best [CANCELED]
St. Patrick's County Park07/24/09 Bill "Stix" Nicks with Motown Dance Party at Fridays by the Fountain Sponsored by Transpo
Morris Performing Arts Center07/24/09-
07/26/09Mamma Mia!
Morris Performing Arts Center07/10/09 Shilo at Fridays by the Fountain
Morris Performing Arts Center06/27/09 Jeff Allen and Daren Streblow [CANCELLED]
Morris Performing Arts Center06/26/09 Half-Pint Jones at Fridays by the Fountain
Morris Performing Arts Center06/12/09 Kennedy's Kitchen at Fridays by the Fountain
Morris Performing Arts Center06/06/09 David Pendleton Ventriloquist
Morris Performing Arts Center05/07/09 The Oak Ridge Boys
Morris Performing Arts Center04/25/09 The Comedy Relief Package with Sommore
Morris Performing Arts Center04/18/09 Umphrey's McGee
Morris Performing Arts Center04/14/09-
04/15/09Riverdance
Morris Performing Arts Center04/05/09 JD Lawrence Presents The Clean Up Woman
Morris Performing Arts Center03/27/09 Rock Doubleheader Styx with Special Guest Kansas
Morris Performing Arts Center03/12/09 Gordon Lightfoot
Morris Performing Arts Center02/27/09 Bonnie Raitt
Morris Performing Arts Center01/31/09 Comedian Tim Wilson
Morris Performing Arts Center01/30/09 Paul Aldrich
Morris Performing Arts Center01/01/09-
01/04/09Sesame Street Live
Morris Performing Arts Center12/16/08 Michael McDonald Holiday Celebration
Morris Performing Arts Center11/28/08 Willie Nelson
Morris Performing Arts Center11/21/08 Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Music
Morris Performing Arts Center11/13/08 The Evening with Brian Wilson
Morris Performing Arts Center11/09/08 Third Day with Special Guests Need to Breathe & Revive
Morris Performing Arts Center10/19/08 Carlos Mencia
Morris Performing Arts Center10/16/08 The Backyardigans Live! Tale of the Mighty Knights
Morris Performing Arts Center10/14/08 Tyler Perry's The Marriage Counselor
Morris Performing Arts Center10/03/08 Brad Garrett [CANCELLED]
Morris Performing Arts Center08/24/08 George Thorogood and the Destroyers
Morris Performing Arts Center08/22/08 Half-Pint Jones at Fridays by the Fountain
Morris Performing Arts Center08/10/08 Jeff Dunham, Spark of Insanity
Morris Performing Arts Center08/08/08 Kennedy's Kitchen at Fridays by the Fountain
Morris Performing Arts Center07/25/08 Everyday People at Fridays by the Fountain
Morris Performing Arts Center07/25/08-
OngoingEveryday People at Fridays by the Fountain
Morris Performing Arts Center07/18/08 Travis Tritt at the College Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival
Morris Performing Arts Center07/16/08 Crosby, Stills & Nash
Morris Performing Arts Center07/11/08 Little Frank & The Premiers at Fridays by the Fountain
Morris Performing Arts Center06/27/08 Jason Sapen Band at Fridays by the Fountain
Morris Performing Arts Center06/20/08 Lisa Lampanelli
Morris Performing Arts Center06/13/08 Shake 'N Chill Band at Fridays by the Fountain
Morris Performing Arts Center05/28/08 Go, Diego, Go Live! The Great Jaguar Rescue
Morris Performing Arts Center05/16/08 Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons
Morris Performing Arts Center04/27/08 Katt Williams
Morris Performing Arts Center04/18/08 Mannheim Steamroller
Morris Performing Arts Center04/17/08 The Temptations and The Four Tops
Morris Performing Arts Center03/09/08 Steven Curtis Chapman
Morris Performing Arts Center03/06/08-
03/08/08My Little Pony Live
Morris Performing Arts Center03/01/08 Bob and Tom Comedy All-Stars
Morris Performing Arts Center02/29/08 Reo Speedwagon
Morris Performing Arts Center02/28/08 Dierks Bentley
Morris Performing Arts Center02/24/08 Larry the Cable Guy
Morris Performing Arts Center02/16/08 The Ultimate Doo Wop Show
Morris Performing Arts Center02/05/08 Whatever She Wants
Morris Performing Arts Center01/31/08 B.B. King
Morris Performing Arts Center01/19/08 Classic Rock Allstars & The Chantilly Lace Band
Morris Performing Arts Center01/03/08-
01/06/08Sesame Street Live, Ready for Action with Grover
Morris Performing Arts Center12/31/07 Tom Milo at the Palais Royale New Year's Eve Gala
Palais Royale12/14/07 Lee Greenwood
Morris Performing Arts Center11/28/07 Clay Aiken
Morris Performing Arts Center11/18/07 Kidz Bop
Morris Performing Arts Center11/17/07 George Carlin
Morris Performing Arts Center11/15/07 Newsboys
Morris Performing Arts Center10/31/07 Sammy Hagar
Morris Performing Arts Center10/13/07 Loretta Lynn
Morris Performing Arts Center10/06/07 MelodicRock.com 10th Anniversary Concert
Morris Performing Arts Center09/30/07 Carlos Mencia
Morris Performing Arts Center09/21/07 Rodney Carrington
Morris Performing Arts Center09/12/07 ZZ Top
Morris Performing Arts Center09/07/07 Aaron Lewis of Staind
Morris Performing Arts Center08/29/07 Alice Cooper
Morris Performing Arts Center08/21/07 Hinder, Bad Boys of Rock Tour
Morris Performing Arts Center08/17/07 Shilo at Fridays by the Fountain
Jon R. Hunt Plaza08/03/07 High Life at Fridays by the Fountain
Jon R. Hunt Plaza07/20/07 Blues Incorporated at Fridays by the Fountain
Jon R. Hunt Plaza07/18/07 Deep Purple
Morris Performing Arts Center07/06/07 The Chargers at Fridays by the Fountain
Jon R. Hunt Plaza06/22/07 Kennedy's Kitchen at Fridays by the Fountain
Jon R. Hunt Plaza06/16/07 Godsmack
Morris Performing Arts Center06/13/07 The Doobie Brothers
Morris Performing Arts Center06/08/07 Duke Tumatoe Duo at Fridays by the Fountain
Jon R. Hunt Plaza05/19/07 Styx
Morris Performing Arts Center05/03/07 Ron White
Morris Performing Arts Center04/27/07 Rickey Smiley
Morris Performing Arts Center04/22/07 O.A.R.
Morris Performing Arts Center04/12/07 Celtic Woman
Morris Performing Arts Center04/07/07 Harry Connick, Jr. and His Big Band
Morris Performing Arts Center04/01/07 The Live Lawrence Welk Show
Morris Performing Arts Center03/17/07 Umphrey's McGee
Morris Performing Arts Center03/11/07 MercyMe-The Coming Up to Breathe Tour
Morris Performing Arts Center03/10/07 Goo Goo Dolls
Morris Performing Arts Center03/07/07 Tyler Perry's What's Done in the Dark
Morris Performing Arts Center03/03/07 Brian Regan
Morris Performing Arts Center02/24/07 Chris Botti
Morris Performing Arts Center02/23/07 Bob & Tom Presents A Night of Rockin' Comedy
Morris Performing Arts Center02/08/07 Jim Gaffigan
Morris Performing Arts Center01/21/07 1964, The Tribute
Morris Performing Arts Center01/04/07-
01/07/07Sesame Street Live!
Morris Performing Arts Center12/31/06 The Tom Milo Big Band - New Year's Eve Gala
Morris Performing Arts Center11/24/06 Kenny Rogers Christmas & Hits
Morris Performing Arts Center11/17/06 Sugarland
Morris Performing Arts Center11/14/06-
11/15/06STOMP
Morris Performing Arts Center11/12/06 Beach Boys
Morris Performing Arts Center
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Member Reviews
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Event Name: REO Speedwagon with Blue Oyster Cult
"awesome"
Comment posted by: Kim from South Bend' Indiana, Aug 08, 2010
this was one of the best concerts I've been to in a LONG time. Except for being older thy haven't changed a bit.....only got better!
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Event Name: The Moody Blues
"The Moody Blues Concert was AWESOME"
Comment posted by: Lori A. Blake from Buchanan, MI USA, Jun 18, 2010
We have seen the Moody Blues many many times and I must say that last nights concert was AWESOME! Justin's voice quality has remained superb and Ray's replacement has certainly filled his shoes.... Expand
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Event Name: Tyler Perry's Laugh to Keep from Crying
"Tyler Perry's Laugh to Keep from Crying"
Review posted by: Shelia from Chicago, IL, Nov 26, 2009
I didn't like the play at all. Too predictable. Ending was boring and typical. The play has potential but needs more developing. What a waste of 70 dollars. I wish I could have left and got my... Expand
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Event Name: Tyler Perry's Laugh to Keep from Crying
"Same Story"
Review posted by: Mo Mo from Chicago, Il, Nov 24, 2009
I did not like story at all it is like the last 10 plays I thought that it might have been different. Same story plot a troubled girl that ignores her mother. I think that he thinks that he no longer... Expand
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Event Name: Tyler Perry's Laugh to Keep from Crying
"couldnt stop laughing"
Review posted by: krissy from chicago, Nov 23, 2009
i loved it.. they did great, comedy, heart, and a mixture of talent..one thing TOO MANY SONGS IN PLAY...they could have cut about 4 songs
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Event Name: Tyler Perry's Laugh to Keep from Crying
"OMG"
Comment posted by: Shenia M. from Richmod, VA USA, Nov 05, 2009
I went to the show today (November 5,09) and it was amazing. It was so funny and everyone on the show could sing(D'atra Hicks,Cheryl "Pepsi" Reily and Tamar Davis, Donny Sykes, Stephanie Ferrett,Chris... Expand
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Event Name: Alice Cooper with Blue Oyster Cult
"Alice Cooper"
Review posted by: Kelsey from Mishawaka, IN USA, Aug 10, 2009
I saw Alice Cooper at the Morris last night, and he was amazing. This was my second time seeing him there,and I would have to say he puts on a good show! I can't wait to see him again! Theatre of... Expand
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Event Name: Alice Cooper with Blue Oyster Cult
"Alice had the crowd standing from begining to end."
Review posted by: JF WESTONE from south bend in., Aug 10, 2009
Have only been to two concerts in my life that the crowd stood from beginning to end - both were Alice cooper. Have seen him 4 times and this was the best. The band worked very hard with no brakes... Expand
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Event Name: Mamma Mia!
"MAMMA MIA IS TERRIFIC!"
Review posted by: Reida from Missouri, Jul 17, 2009
Mamma Mia is one of my all-time very favorite musicals! It makes me happy and feel good every time I see it (and I have seen it 5 times...and hope to see it at least 5 more!) If you haven't seen it,... Expand
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Event Name: Tyler Perry's The Marriage Counselor
"WONDERFUL"
Review posted by: NIKKI from washington dc, Sep 18, 2008
OMG that play was soooooo good, i saw it last night...its worth the money....very funny show. GO AND SEE IT!!!!!!
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