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The #IMOMSOHARD Getaway Tour
2022-11-13 19:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Morris Performing Arts Center, 211 N. Michigan Street, South Bend, IN, 46601, United States
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the February 27, 2022 show of #IMOMSOHARD at The Morris has been rescheduled for Sunday, November 13, 2022. All tickets for the original performance will be honored, so patrons should hold on to their tickets. For ticket inquiries or to request a refund, please contact info@tgs.221.myftpupload.com. For additional #IMOMSOHARD tour information, please visit www.imomsohard.com.
This show is for ages 18+ only. #IMOMSOHARD began as a popular web-series by real-life best friends, comedians, and moms Kristin and Jen, sparking an online community of 2 million followers. The videos have received nearly 300 million views worldwide in just 5 years. The phenomenon created by Kristin Hensley and Jen Smedley has since been nabbed for development by Warner Brothers TV. The comedians have sold-out two national tours, written a New York Times Best Selling autobiographical book and children’s book with Harper Collins, began hosting a top comedy podcast, landed branded deals with Fortune 100 companies, and taped a standup comedy special for Amazon Prime Video, launching the network’s first standup comedy platform. Kristin Hensley and Jen Smedley are based in Los Angeles and can often be found selling pizza slices for the PTA or working as parking enforcement at school drop off. Buy Tickets Now

CoComelon Live! JJ's Journey
2022-11-14 18:00
Join JJ and his family in this unique interactive, unforgettable live musical adventure as they embark on a toe tapping fun-filled, surprise journey in this Broadway style production. Buy Tickets Now

The State Ballet Theater of Ukraine's "Sleeping Beauty" Ballet
2022-11-18 19:30
The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine will present the full-length ballet Sleeping Beauty in three acts with one intermission and show the world’s most beloved history to Piotr Tchaikovsky’s music.
The evil fairy Carabosse curses Princess Aurora for 100 years of sleep with a single-finger prick on her 16th birthday. Doomed by fate, only a sweet kiss from the prince can break the spell and wake up the sleeping beauty. A bewitching and dark tale comes to life in Andrey Litvinov’s exquisite production, “a master class in classical style” (The Guardian), with “some of the most delightful steps in the 19th-century repertoire”. Visually stunning with lavish sets and elaborate costumes by Konstantin Pinchuk, this superb classical production features Tchaikovsky’s delightful music performed live by the Dnipro Philharmonic Orchestra.
General and Artistic Director: Konstantin PINCHUK
Honored Artist of Moldova and Ukraine, chief choreographer of the theater – Andrey LITVINOV
The Company:
The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine will perform in North America and Canada 2022-2023 season! This unique project will allow you to get acquainted with 55 ballet dancers who represent the world’s highest level of classical ballet art! The company is recognized as one of the most prestigious classical ballet institutions in Ukraine. It can boast a hugely varied repertoire, carrying the honor and task of preserving the precious heritage of the great Ukrainian dances. A part of the company’s collection has always been the great masterpieces of classical ballet, from “Sylphide” by Bournonville to “Giselle” by Adam, “Don Quixote” and “La Bayadère” by Minkus, “Sleeping Beauty,” “The Nutcracker” and “Swan Lake” by Tchaikovsky, “Cinderella” by Prokofiev to the various twentieth-century ballets by Stravinsky, Falla, and Shchedrin. The ballet company consists of the best performers and prestigious Ukrainian and world choreography schools. Many talented artists have danced with The State Ballet Theater company in different periods, and many have been soloists in major international companies. Due to its many tours worldwide, The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine has earned a first-class international reputation. Buy Tickets Now

DC Young Fly + Gary Owen and Friends
2022-11-23 20:00
Comedian DC Youngfly of MTV/VH1’s hit show Wild’n Out and the highly rated 85 South Podcast and Comedy Legend Gary Owen is coming to South Bend, IN for one night only, for an awesome night of standup comedy with them and their comedian friends. Buy Tickets Now

Come From Away
2022-11-29 19:30, 2022-11-30 19:30, 2022-12-01 19:30, 2022-12-02 20:00, 2022-12-03 14:00, 2022-12-03 20:00, 2022-12-04 13:00
Broadway’s COME FROM AWAY is a Best Musical winner all across North America!
This New York Times Critics’ Pick takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into the night, and gratitude grew into enduring friendships.
Don’t miss this breathtaking musical written by Tony® nominees Irene Sankoff and David Hein, and helmed by Tony-winning Best Director, Christopher Ashley. Newsweek cheers, “It takes you to a place you never want to leave!”
On 9/11, the world stopped.
On 9/12, their stories moved us all.
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Nutcracker - Southold Dance Theater
2022-12-09 19:00, 2022-12-10 19:00, 2022-12-11 14:00
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Zach Williams: I Don't Want Christmas to End Tour
2022-12-12 19:00
Join Zach Williams and special guest, Ben Fuller on the I Don’t Want Christmas to End Tour! Hear Zach‘s Christmas album in its entirety, along with some fan favorites from his recent albums, live this December.

VIP Exclusive Eat & Greet Experience:

Enjoy an amazing meal and make a difference in your local community, world-renowned chef Paul Fields will be crafting a gourmet dinner that you will never forget! This exclusive VIP Eat and Greet experience includes:

One (1) entry to pre-show VIP Eat & Greet full-course gourmet dinner prepared by Napa Valley, CA based professional Chef Paul Fields
Meet Zach Williams and get your picture taken with him*
Premium concert seating
Early access to merch shopping
Commemorative VIP tour laminate
Gift bag
For each VIP Dinner ticket sold a food box will be given to a local family in need. Each box provides enough food to feed a family of four for an entire week.

* If health and safety guidelines change, a Question & Answer session may be substituted.
This is a very limited offer. Join us for this exclusive VIP experience! Must arrive by 5:00pm.

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Straight No Chaser
2022-12-13 19:30
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

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS - South Bend Symphony Orchestra
2022-12-17 19:30, 2022-12-18 14:30
A spectacular program cherished Christmas carols and memorable seasonal tunes that brings joy to all.
The perfect gift for the whole family.
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Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood: Scared Scriptless
2023-01-06 20:00
Armed with only their wits, “Whose Line is it Anyway?” stars Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood are taking to the live stage and they’re…Scared Scriptless. Prepare to laugh yourself senseless as improv comedy masterminds Colin & Brad must make up original scenes, songs and more from whatever you, the fans, suggest!
You just might also get to join in on the fun on stage. It’s a hilarious comedic high wire act… just like a live version of ‘Whose Line!’ How the heck do they do it? We don’t know either! Don’t miss the best duo in improv in the Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood: Scared Scriptless Tour. Learn more at colinandbradshow.com. Buy Tickets Now

Nate Bargatze: The Be Funny Tour
2023-01-20 19:00
Hailing from Old Hickory, Tennessee, stand-up comedian Nate Bargatze is selling out shows across the world on his Be Funny Tour.
Bargatze’s comedy is both clean and relatable, evident in his ten appearances on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. He also appeared on Conan four times, amongst many other accolades, including touring in arenas with Chris Rock on his 2017 Total Blackout Tour, and being featured as one of Esquire’s “Best New Comedians” by Jim Gaffigan.
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Fiddler on the Roof
2023-02-03 20:00, 2023-02-04 14:00, 2023-02-04 20:00, 2023-02-05 14:00
Tony®-winning director Bartlett Sher and the team behind South Pacific and The King and I bring a fresh and authentic vision to this beloved theatrical masterpiece from Tony-winner Joseph Stein and Pulitzer Prize winners Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick.
The original production won ten Tony Awards, including a special Tony for becoming the longest-running Broadway musical of all time. You’ll be there when the sun rises on this new production, with stunning movement and dance from acclaimed Israeli choreographer Hofesh Shechter, based on the original staging by Jerome Robbins. A wonderful cast and a lavish orchestra tell this heartwarming story of fathers and daughters, husbands and wives, and the timeless traditions that define faith and family.
Featuring the Broadway classics “Tradition,” “If I Were a Rich Man,” “Sunrise, Sunset,” “Matchmaker, Matchmaker” and “To Life,” FIDDLER ON THE ROOF will introduce a new generation to this uplifting celebration that raises its cup to joy! To love! To life!
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TANGO CALIENTE - South Bend Symphony Orchestra
2023-02-11 19:30
A night of seductive, fiery tango classics with sizzling soprano and dazzling bandoneón virtuoso. Award-winning and internationally-acclaimed Argentinian dancers join in for an evening dedicated to the dance of romance – prepare to fall in love.

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Paul Taylor
2023-02-24 19:00
Join Mr. Paul Taylor “The Bad Man with the Sax in his hand” for an exciting performance that South Bend
IN won’t forget. With Over 25 years into a stellar, multi-faceted career that’s found him continually
pushing the sonic boundaries of what’s possible in contemporary urban jazz, during his storied career,
the Denver native has headlined hundreds of shows and has been part of numerous all-star tours. As a
bonus, John Adams High School Jazz Ensemble will engage the crowd for the evening as they keep us
entertained by playing some of Mr. Taylor’s greatest hits. Be there to witness an amazing performance
and the guaranteed surprises Paul Taylor and JAHS will have in store for the evening. Chicago’s own chart
toping Terisa Griffin will WOW with the audience with a stellar performance that you won’t forget! Not to
mention, Mr. Don Thomas the Published Poet will dedicate a poem to Homeless and Runaway Youth and
Mr. Paul Taylor. Special Guest Emcee for the evening will be South Bend’s own J: Cubed Jazz to the 3 rd
Power: Cool, Smooth and Hot Karl Smith of WVPE 88.1
By purchasing a ticket funds from this event will support the Anthony Adams House fundraiser. For more
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Joe Bonamassa Live in Concert
2023-02-25 20:00
Joe Bonamassa is one of today’s top live performers. His enthusiastic shows are one of the biggest parts of his career, and a favorite for music lovers worldwide. Hailed internationally as one of the greatest guitar players of his generation and cited by Guitar World Magazine as “the world’s biggest blues guitarist,” Bonamassa has almost single-handedly redefined the blues-rock genre and brought it into the mainstream.
Backed by a stellar band of legendary musicians, the set list for this show which will feature new songs alongside career-spanning favorites. By exceeding his own vertiginously high artistic goals, Bonamassa has shattered all expectations with 25 #1 Billboard Blues Albums (more than any other artist in history). Bonamassa’s career in the music industry has built steadily over the years and is only gaining more momentum.
Watch the music video for Bonamassa’s latest single, “Mind’s Eye” from his most recent album “Time Clocks”.

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KALHOR + BRAHMS - South Bend Symphony Orchestra
2023-03-04 19:30
The Silk Road returns with emotionally charged “Silent City” paired with yet another passionate work that stirs the soul. Brahms’s Symphony No. 2 evokes optimism and hope with rich, yet joyful melodies.
Kayhan Kalhor, kamancheh
Kalhor – Silent City
Brahms – Symphony No 2

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Legally Blonde - The Musical
2023-03-17 20:00, 2023-03-18 14:00
OMG you guys!!! Legally Blonde – The Musical is coming to South Bend!
Fabulously fun and international award-winning Legally Blonde – The Musical is the ultimate Broadway tribute to Girl Power! The story follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, sexism, snobbery and scandal in pursuit of her dreams, and proves that you can be legally blonde and STILL the smartest person in the room. This contemporary, sassy musical moves at a breakneck pace driven by memorable songs and explosive dances. Legally Blonde – The Musical warms the heart by proving that self-discovery can be way too much fun and hilarious to boot.
Elle Woods appears to have it all. Her life is turned upside down, however, when her boyfriend dumps her so he can start getting more serious about his life and attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle uses her ingenuity and charm to get into Harvard too. School begins with endless struggles, but with the help of her new friends, Elle quickly realizes her potential, and her true assets, as she sets out to prove herself to the world and make everyone a believer.
Based on the beloved movie, Legally Blonde – The Musical will take you from the sorority house to the halls of justice with Broadway’s brightest new heroine and, of course, her Chihuahua, Bruiser.
“A high-energy… hymn to the glories of girlishness.” – The New York Times
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