Harry Potter and The Sorcerer’s Stone In Concert
2023-10-08 14:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Morris Performing Arts Center, 211 N. Michigan Street, South Bend, IN, 46601, United States
Experience your favorite movies transformed with the music of a live symphony orchestra in the Harry Potter™ Film Concert Series. For the first time ever, audiences can rediscover the magic of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone™ while a live symphony orchestra performs John Williams’ unforgettable score and Harry Potter™ soars across the big screen in high-definition.
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The South Bend Symphony Orchestra thanks Indiana Trust Wealth Management for supporting the Indiana Trust Pops Series

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BEN HARPER & THE INNOCENT CRIMINALS
2023-10-13 20:00
Ben was raised in a hub of activists, poets, artists, and of course great musicians. They included frequent patrons such as Chris Darrow, Leonard Cohen, Jackson Browne and Taj Mahal – the latter of whom gave Ben his first major tour and asked him to record Follow the Drinking Gourd with him (1990), all of which culminated in playing with Taj on Austin City Limits (which would become the first of five times Ben would be on the show). Born October 28, 1969 as the sixties came to a howling end, and having been raised in such a potent community, Ben’s music and career embodies that musical brilliance, open mindedness, lyrical honesty and abiding social activism of that pivotal time. With over 15 million records sold worldwide, the career of this multi-GRAMMY® award-winning musician, producer, activist and now, record label founder, spans decades, during which he has been established as a singularly powerful songwriter and performer with range across multiple genres with a rare ability to blend the personal and political. After his successful tour and record release with Taj Mahal, Ben returned to California and in 1992 teamed up with childhood friend Tom Freund to record Pleasure and Pain. In 1993 Virgin Records offered Harper a worldwide recording contract and he released his debut, Welcome to the Cruel World in 1994. The album was created with musicians who would eventually become known as the Innocent Criminals (percussionist Leon Mobley, bassist Juan Nelson and drummer Oliver Charles). What makes the band so unique is that they come from different places musically and complement each other because of the different styles that they play. This led to a string of successful and critically acclaimed albums and the accolades poured in. Rolling Stone hailed his “jewels of unique and exquisitely tender rock & roll,” while Entertainment Weekly praised his “casual profundity,” and Billboard said his music “reminds us of the power and beauty of simplicity.” Many albums with various iterations of the Innocent Criminals followed including: Fight for Your Mind (1995); The Will to Live (1997); Burn to Shine (1999); Live from Mars (2001); Diamonds on the Inside (2003); Both Sides of the Gun (2006); Lifeline (2007) – for which he was nominated for Best Pop Instrumental GRAMMY® and Call It What It Is (2016).
Harper’s need to continually explore every aspect of creating music has led him to some brilliant and highly acclaimed collaborations, both as a performer and as a producer. In 2004 Ben and the Innocent Criminals backed The Blind Boys of Alabama resulting in the collaborative album There Will Be a Light. They were awarded the GRAMMY® for Best Traditional Soul Gospel Album and Ben won the Best Pop Instrumental Performance GRAMMY®. In 2007 Ben assembled a new band which he called Relentless7 and went on to release White Lies for Dark Times (2009) and Give till it’s Gone (2011). 2010 saw Harper team up with Dhani Harrison and Joseph Arthur and they released a self-titled album as Fistful of Mercy. In 2013 Ben teamed up with Charlie Musselwhite and the duo created two records, the first, Get Up! (2013) which won the Best Blues Album GRAMMY® award, followed by GRAMMY® nominated No
Mercy in This Land (2018) which won the Blues Foundation Best Blues Song of the Year. His credits as a producer illustrate Harper’s musical curiosity and include an impressive diversity: Tom Freud, Collapsible Plans (2008); Grace Woodroofe, Always Want (2010); Rickie Lee Jones, The Devil You Know (2012); Natalie Maines, Mother (2012); Mavis Staples, We Get By (2019) that Harper also wrote and sang on, garnering them the prestigious Folk Alliance Album of the Year Award; Birdthrower, Birdthrower (2019); Christopher Paul Stelling, Best of Luck (2020) and Hey, King!, Hey, King! (2020). For many of these artists Harper not only produced the music but also helped to find a label to release it, using his vast network, insight and knowledge of the music industry to find these gems the right home. 2020 also saw Harper break more new ground with the October release of his first ever instrumental record – Winter Is for Lovers – which unfolds entirely without words. It is a profoundly emotional story told exclusively through the nuance of sound. The narration is provided by a single lap steel guitar and the music references blues and folk as well as flamenco, Indian and classical, but it transcends any specific style. In that, the album philosophically evokes the American Primitive movement pioneered by John Fahey and Leo Kottke, utilizing masterful playing to create an impressionistic and affecting work.
Harper’s social activism has continued throughout his career and has seen him support a broad array of organizations and events including LIFT, Living Lands and Waters, Moveon.org, Newlight, Pat Tillman Foundation, Plastic Pollution Coalition, Surfrider Foundation and Tony Hawk Foundation. Buy Tickets Now

The Price Is Right - Live!
2023-10-20 19:30
The Price is Right Live™ is the hit interactive stage show that gives eligible individuals the chance to hear their names called and “Come On Down” to win. Prizes may include appliances, vacations and possibly a new car! Play classic games just like on television’s longest running and most popular game show…from Plinko™ to Cliffhangers™ to The Big Wheel™ and even the fabulous Showcase.
Playing to near sold-out audiences for more than 14 years, the Price Is Right Live™ has entertained millions of guests and given away more than 12 million dollars in cash and prizes.
If you’re a fan of The Price Is Right™ on TV, you’ll no doubt love this exciting live (non-televised), on-stage version of the show!
Ticket buyers will be emailed a link to register to play. They can also arrive two hours prior to showtime to register on-site.
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Jerry Seinfeld
2023-10-21 19:00
America’s premier comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, comes to the Morris Performing Arts Center stage in South Bend, IN to perform his newest stand-up routine on Saturday, October 21, 2023, 2023, at 7pm. Tickets go on sale Friday, August 18, at 10am! Seinfeld has been hailed for his uncanny ability to joke about the little things in life that relate to audiences everywhere. Buy Tickets Now

The Rocky Horror Picture Show Featuring Barry Bostwick
2023-10-27 20:00
Celebrating its 47th anniversary, the original “Brad Majors” – Barry Bostwick – hosts a screening of the original unedited movie with a live shadow cast “Rocky Horror In Abundance” and audience participation! The Shadow Cast hilariously acts out the movie on stage while the movie plays on screen.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show is the iconic little movie that conquered Hollywood. The hit movie stars Tim Curry as the devious and fabulous Frank-N-Furter, Meatloaf, Barry Bostwick and Susan Sarandon as everybody’s favorite nerdy couple, Brad and Janet and the film’s creator Richard O’Brien as Riff Raff. It’s become one of the longest weekly showing movies in the world and here’s the chance to experience the interactive sensation.
So…come up to the lab and see what’s on the slab!
Costumes are encouraged at this performance! However, please remember no outside food or beverages are permitted, this includes props such as toast or water guns.
Special VIP Section includes up-close seating, and pre-show meet & greet with the original “Brad Majors” Barry Bostwick. Each person will receive VIP credential and photo op/autograph with Barry Bostwick. Buy Tickets Now

Día de los Muertos
2023-10-29 15:00
Join the Symphony for a vibrant Día de los Muertos concert, where we celebrate the lives of our lost loved ones with a colorful affirmation of life! This annual tradition combines the rich Latin American music and culture in a mesmerizing performance featuring dazzling guest artists. Experience the joyous festivities with decorated ofrendas, traditional music, and fun-filled events for the whole family to enjoy!
The South Bend Symphony Orchestra is grateful to the Shein Trust for supporting the Shein Trust Community Series. Reserve Free Ticket Now

Pretty Woman: The Musical
2023-11-03 20:00, 2023-11-04 14:00, 2023-11-04 20:00, 2023-11-05 14:00
PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL, based on one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories of all time, springs to life with a powerhouse creative team led by two-time Tony Award®-winning director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell (Hairspray, Kinky Boots, Legally Blonde).
PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL features an original score by Grammy® winner Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance (“Summer of ’69”, “Heaven”), and a book by the movie’s legendary director Garry Marshall and screenwriter J. F. Lawton. PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL will lift your spirits and light up your heart. “If you love the movie, you’ll love the musical!” (BuzzFeed News).
Featured in the musical is Roy Orbison and Bill Dee’s international smash hit song “Oh, Pretty Woman,” which inspired one of the most beloved romantic comedy films of all time. Pretty Woman the film was an international smash hit when it was released in 1990. Now, 30 years later, PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL is “Big romance and big fun!” (Broadway.com). “Irresistible! A romantic fantasy. A contemporary fairy tale,” says The Hollywood Reporter. PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL delivers on all the iconic moments you remember. Get ready to experience this dazzling theatrical take on a love story for the ages.
Are you ready to fall in love all over again?
Atlantic Records’ PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL (Original Broadway Cast Recording) is produced by Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance and is now available on all DSPs.
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Shakespeare’s Dreams Music by Mendelssohn, Sibelius, and More
2023-11-11 19:30
Indulge in an enchanted evening of classical music as the South Bend Symphony and Shakespeare at Notre Dame present the second installment in the Jack M. Champaigne Masterworks Series “Shakespeare’s Dreams: music by Mendelssohn, Sibelius, and more.” The enchanting A Midsummer Night’s Dream excerpts by Mendelssohn, featuring the timeless Wedding March, Dance of the Clowns, and more, will transport you to a mystical world of magic and mystery.
Single tickets are on sale on August 1, 2023. Secure your seat with a Season subscription. Visit www.southbendsymphony.org or call 574-232-6343 to save your seats and get the best prices!
The South Bend Symphony Orchestra is grateful to Jack M. Champaigne and his support of the Masterworks. Buy Tickets Now

38 Special
2023-11-16 19:30
Legendary Southern rock band 38 Special produced hits including “Hold On Loosely,” “Rockin’ Into The Night,” “Caught Up In You,” “Fantasy Girl,” “Back Where You Belong,” “Second Chance,” and more. Buy Tickets Now

PULSE FM’S 11TH ANNUAL POLAR EXPRESS MOVIE NIGHT
2023-11-17 19:00
Help Support the Faith Mission of Michiana
This FREE Pulse FM annual holiday event supports the residents of Faith Mission in Michiana…Donations of new blankets and pillows are greatly appreciated again this year to help those in need at Faith Mission.
Wear Your PJs
Hey moms and dads, we invite you and your children to wear your favorite pajamas to The Polar Express movie night!
Movie Show Time & Location
Friday, November 17th at 7:00 PM
Doors Open at 6:00 PM
Morris Performing Arts Center
211 N. Michigan St.
South Bend, IN 46601
Tickets are only available through Pulse FM, so listen to win your FREE tickets! You must have a ticket to go.
Don’t miss the 11th Annual Polar Express Movie Night at Morris Performing Arts Center! Its fun for the whole family!
Polar Express Movie Night is Brought to You By:
4T Door Systems
The Barns at Nappanee
Crystal Valley Comfort
Dare to Foster Care
Essenhaus
Faith Mission of Michiana
First State Bank
Granger Christian School
HealthLinc
Health Markets – Tony Letcher
Health Markets – Matt Tallman
Kidspeace
PaddyShack Ice Cream
Potawatomi Zoo
Pulse FM
Terry’s Cleaning & Restoration
The Salvation Army – Elkhart
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A Motown Christmas
2023-11-21 19:30
​​​​​​​​A Motown Christmas features a world-class vocal group, assembled from past and present members of Motown’s most legendary groups: Ali Woodson’s Temptations, The Miracles, and The Contours. A Motown Christmas is a powerful, family-oriented show combining Motown’s greatest hits with everyone’s favorite holiday classics. This show features those famous Motown trademarks, such as dazzling choreography and unforgettable harmonies all performed in that memorable, soulful Motown style.​ This is an evening not to be missed! Bring the family, dance, sing, and enjoy this special holiday spectacular. Buy Tickets Now

2024 Downtown Summer Series
2023-11-24 10:00 - 2023-12-24 00:00
DOWNTOWN SUMMER SERIES
The official ticket site for the Pulse FM Downtown Summer Series is morriscenter.org. Any other site selling Summer Series tickets could be a “scalper or scammer”. For more info please contact the Morris Box office directly at (574) 235-9190. All tickets are $30.00 (plus fees) OR VIP @ $100.00 (plus fees).
For those of you who purchase the Backstage VIP Experience, here are the details:
• Check in Begins at 6 PM
• Backstage Tour Begins at 6:15 PM
• Official 2024 DSS T-shirt
• Group Stage Photo Op
• Q&A with Artists at 6:30 PM
• VIP Seats
PARTY ON THE PLAZA
Pulse FM’s Downtown Summer Series kicks off each concert with a Party on the Plaza. Plaza opens at 5 PM, so plan to come early for live music and entertainment, food trucks, and more!
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Straight No Chaser: Sleighin' It Tour
2023-11-24 20:00
If the phrase “male a cappella group” conjures up an image of students in blue blazers, ties, and khakis singing traditional college songs on ivied campuses… think again. Straight No Chaser (SNC) are neither strait-laced nor straight-faced, but neither are they vaudeville-style kitsch. They have emerged as a phenomenon with a massive fanbase and a long list of accomplishments including 2 RIAA Gold Certified albums, over 1.5 million concert tickets sold, over 1 billion streams on Pandora, and over 2 million albums sold worldwide. Straight No Chaser is the real deal, the captivating sound of nine unadulterated human voices coming together to make extraordinary music that is moving people in a fundamental sense… and with a sense of humor. Buy Tickets Now

The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine - Cinderella
2023-11-25 14:00
The State Ballet Theater of Ukraine returns to the United States and Canada. As part of the 50 best Ukrainian performers, this full-scale performance in two acts with one intermission to the music of Sergei Prokofiev, choreography by Vladimir Vasiliev.

If you believe in a dream – a dream can come true!” “Creating the ballet Cinderella, we wanted to give the audience an unforgettable experience, immerse them in a fairy tale, and help them believe in miracles,” Working on the ballet, we primarily focused on the children’s audience. Therefore, the costumes, hand-painted decorations, and props turned out to be very bright and colorful. Our main task is for a child, having seen this ballet, to want to come to the theater again. However, we are sure the performance will interest audiences of all ages. After all, we all need a real fairy tale in our life!
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The Hip Hop Nutcracker
2023-11-27 19:00
A holiday mash-up for the whole family. Directed and choreographed by Jennifer Weber, this contemporary dance spectacle is a re-mixed and re-imagined version of the classic, smashing hip hop dance and the timeless music of Tchaikovsky together into a heart-stirring and inspirational holiday event. The Hip Hop Nutcracker is brought to life by a powerhouse cast of a dozen all-star dancers, a DJ, a violinist, and MC Kurtis Blow, one of the founding fathers of hip–hop, who opens the show with a short set. Just like the original, in The Hip Hop Nutcracker, Maria-Clara and the Nutcracker Prince go on a dream adventure battling a gang of mice, visiting the land of sweets and learning the lessons of the holiday season. Innovative digital graffiti and visuals transform the landscape of E.T.A. Hoffmann’s beloved story from traditional 19th Century Germany to the vibrant, diverse sights and sounds of contemporary New York City. Grab your family and friends and let the dynamic performers of The Hip Hop Nutcracker take you on a journey that celebrates love, community and the magic of the holiday season. Buy Tickets Now

CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE
2023-12-01 20:00, 2023-12-02 14:00, 2023-12-02 20:00, 2023-12-03 14:00
CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE dazzles with a brilliant and whimsical family holiday spectacular. This annual tradition wraps a Broadway-style production around an infusion of contemporary circus arts. As lights dim and the music swells, audiences will have visions of sugarplums dancing in their heads as a fantastical cast of holiday storybook characters come to life. Broadway World exclaims, “Lose yourself for 90 minutes and go back to those wonderful dreams you had as a kid.”
Featuring an ensemble of aerial circus acts, sleight-of-hand jugglers, fun-loving skippers, breath-catching acrobatics, and much more, the Dayton Daily News proclaims, “A new set of eyes should be added to my Christmas list…there’s no way the stunts I witnessed onstage actually happened as most of them aren’t humanly possible.”
Imaginative and fun for the whole family, CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE features a world-renowned cast of performers accompanied by an original music score including new twists on seasonal favorites such as “Deck the Halls,” “Winter Wonderland,” and “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree.” Singers, dancers, penguins, toy soldiers, and reindeer invoke the dreams behind a child’s eye on the most magical of nights. Amidst a backdrop of new sets, scenery, and storylines, this family-friendly production is sure to put a twinkle in your eye!
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The Nutcracker
2023-12-08 19:00
Southold Dance Theater Presents The Nutcracker in Collaboration with The South Bend Symphony Orchestra!
Southold Dance Theater and Artistic Director, Calin Radulescu present their 42nd year of The Nutcracker in Collaboration with The South Bend Symphony Orchestra! Southold’s Nutcracker story has the Studebaker family home at its heart. Come experience this timeless family classic ballet with beautiful dances and glittering costumes, all set against stunning scenery depicting historic South Bend landmarks. Join us for an undeniably magical local tradition!
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The Nutcracker
2023-12-09 19:00, 2023-12-10 14:00
Southold Dance Theater Presents The Nutcracker in Collaboration with The South Bend Symphony Orchestra!
Southold Dance Theater and Artistic Director, Calin Radulescu present their 42nd year of The Nutcracker in Collaboration with The South Bend Symphony Orchestra! Southold’s Nutcracker story has the Studebaker family home at its heart. Come experience this timeless family classic ballet with beautiful dances and glittering costumes, all set against stunning scenery depicting historic South Bend landmarks. Join us for an undeniably magical local tradition!
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Home For The Holidays
2023-12-16 19:30, 2023-12-17 14:30
Join us for a heartwarming holiday tradition in South Bend as the Symphony, accompanied by special guest artists, presents “Home for the Holidays”! Immerse yourself in a spectacular program of beloved Christmas carols and memorable seasonal tunes that are sure to fill your heart with joy and bring back cherished memories. Experience the magic of the holiday season through the enchanting sounds of the Symphony as we bring you a heartwarming celebration of music and togetherness.
Single tickets are on sale on August 1, 2023. Secure your seat with a Season subscription. Visit www.southbendsymphony.org or call 574-232-6343 to save your seats and get the best prices! Buy Tickets Now

Brunch with Santa
2023-12-17 12:30
Bring the entire family to Brunch with Santa and Home for the Holidays! This fun-filled event starts at 12:30 p.m. with buffet-style brunch at the Palais Royale Ballroom, followed by the concert at 2:30 p.m. Enjoy delicious delights and festive beverages while getting your picture taken with Santa!
Please note: you will require a separate concert ticket to enter the 2:30 Home for the Holidays concert. Purchase concert tickets here.

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The Prophecy Show - Music of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra
2023-12-18 19:30
Launching their 17th touring season of an extravagant Christmas musical production!
This powerhouse group of classically trained musicians come together to create nothing short of an electrifying evening of holiday rock music.Performing in the style of Trans-Siberian Orchestra, The Prophecy Show has spared no details when it comes to the costumes, choreography, music, lasers and fog.With more than 10 million albums sold, the original Trans-Siberian Orchestra has inspired generations of fans to rediscover the multi-dimensional art form of the rock opera. Meanwhile, on the road, they have become one of the world’s top acts, with Billboard magazine naming TSO as one of the top touring artists of the past decade.The Prophecy Show delivers all the flash, flair, and musical magic to some of the more intimate venues across the country. Each of these musicians posses several music degrees and have been hand selected by Producer and Lead Guitarist Thomas Rudebeck, who prides himself on giving the audience the best possible production and sound available.
Audiences everywhere are celebrating over 20 years of the most famous holiday rock music ever created with the TSO rock opera that is legendary. Come experience the power, the music and the magic once again this Christmas season as The Prophecy Show performs all your favorite music from the Trans-Siberian Orchestra and more!

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Michael Palascak Live at the Palais Royale
2023-12-29 20:00
Michael Palascak is a comedian who grew up in Indiana and now lives in LA. He performed on both The Late Late Show with James Corden and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in the same year. He has over 1 million views on YouTube. In addition, his resume includes A Little Late with Lilly Singh, The Tonight Show, Letterman, Craig Ferguson, Conan, has a Comedy Central Half Hour special, and was a Top 5 Finalist on Last Comic Standing. Buy Tickets Now
