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Nate Bargatze: The Be Funny Tour
2023-01-20 19:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Morris Performing Arts Center, 211 N. Michigan Street, South Bend, IN, 46601, United States
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
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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, 2023-03-18 20:00, 2023-03-19 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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Oh What a Night! A Musical Tribute to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons
2023-03-20 19:00
OH WHAT A NIGHT! Is a blockbuster musical revue directed by award-winning Broadway producer/director Michael Chapman, written by Motown producer George Solomon and choreographed by critically acclaimed choreographer Paul Holmquist.
Sherry, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Walk Like A Man, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, My Eyes Adored You, Working My Way Back To You, Let’s Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you’ll enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey, FRANKIE VALLI & THE FOUR SEASONS. Between the score of recognizable tunes, and non-stop dancing OH WHAT A NIGHT! also delivers informative and often hilarious banter between the high-spirited cast!
OH WHAT A NIGHT! is more than just a concert. It’s a flashy all-around feel-good experience that leaves audiences on their feet Beggin’ for more.”

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BEETHOVEN'S ODE TO JOY - South Bend Symphony Orchestra
2023-04-01 19:30
The highly anticipated performance of Beethoven’s majestic Symphony No. 9 is one of the most remarkable masterpieces that rejoices in the autonomy and conquest of the spirit over difficulty.
Bates – Ode
Pann – Slalom
Beethoven – symphony No 9
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A NIGHT AT WOODSTOCK - South Bend Symphony Orchestra
2023-04-15 19:30
In August of 1969, over 400,000 people overran a dairy farm in southern New York. It turned out to be the biggest rock festival in history. The Symphony and Jeans ‘n Classics join forces to presents an evening devoted to the festival phenomenon that changed music forever, featuring vocal & orchestral arrangements of material by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, The Who, Janis Joplin, Santana, Jimi Hendrix, Blood, Sweat & Tears, The Band, Jefferson Airplane…and so many more!

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HITS! the Musical
2023-04-16 15:00
Dionne Warwick, 6-time Grammy Award winner and music legend, presents Hits! The Musical – 90 minutes of pure joy with extraordinary singing, spectacular dancing, hundreds of costume changes and state-of-the-art lighting and sound that will leave you amazed. Imagine songs like “Signed, Sealed, Delivered,” “Hero,” “I Will Always Love You,” “Singing In The Rain,” and nearly 80 more of America’s most iconic songs performed by the greatest young singers and dancers in the country. The cast of 29, ages 10-22, was selected from a nationwide audition of over 7,000 individuals. Their talent is exceptional and the energy is unsurpassed. This show is an unforgettable experience for the entire family.
Hits! The Musical is for individuals of all ages and will leave you dancing in the aisles. Don’t miss America’s next great musical!
The VIP Package includes the following:
1. Prime seating in the theatre
2. Meet and Greet with the cast
3. A “special gift” item
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Dear Evan Hansen
2023-04-25 19:30, 2023-04-26 19:30, 2023-04-27 19:30, 2023-04-28 20:00, 2023-04-29 14:00, 2023-04-29 20:00, 2023-04-30 13:00, 2023-04-30 18:30
WINNER OF SIX TONY® AWARDS INCLUDING BEST MUSICAL AND GRAMMY® AWARD FOR BEST MUSICAL THEATER ALBUM.
A letter that was never meant to be seen, a lie that was never meant to be told, a life he never dreamed he could have. Evan Hansen is about to get the one thing he’s always wanted: a chance to finally fit in.
DEAR EVAN HANSEN is the deeply personal and profoundly contemporary musical about life and the way we live it.
DEAR EVAN HANSEN has struck a remarkable chord with audiences and critics everywhere, including The
Washington Post who says DEAR EVAN HANSEN is “Theatrical magic. One of the most remarkable shows
in musical theatre history.” The New York Times calls it “a breathtaking knockout of a musical.” And NBC Nightly News declares the musical “an anthem resonating on Broadway and beyond.”
DEAR EVAN HANSEN features a book by Tony Award winner Steven Levenson, a score by Grammy®, Tony® and Academy Award® winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (La La Land, The Greatest Showman), and direction by four-time Tony Award nominee Michael Greif (Rent, Next to Normal).
Age Guidance: Recommended for ages 12+; This production contains some adult themes, including discussions of suicide. Children under the age of four will not be permitted in the theatre.
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South Bend Symphony Orchestra + Yo-Yo Ma
2023-05-03 19:30
The South Bend Symphony Orchestra welcomes the return of world-renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma on Wednesday, May 3, 2023, at Morris Performing Arts Center. For one night only, witness the ultimate artistic mastery of Yo-Yo Ma, one of classical music’s prominent artists and ambassadors, perform with the full Symphony for the first time since 1979.
Subscribers have exclusive access to get the best seats for this extraordinary concert. Get the best prices and early access when you become a Symphony subscriber! Subscribing is simple by visiting www.southbendsymphony.org/tickets or calling 574-232-6343 ext. 1. Public on-sale begins June 21, 2022.
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Brit Floyd: 50th Anniversary Darkside of the Moon
2023-05-08 20:00
Brit Floyd returns to the stage in 2023 to perform a brand-new production celebrating 50 years of the ground-breaking and iconic musical masterpiece The Dark Side of the Moon. The show will feature classic tracks from the album such as Time, Money, Us and Them and The Great Gig in the Sky.
The 2 and a half hours plus set list will also include other highlights from Pink Floyd’s magnificent catalogue of albums, including tracks from The Wall, Wish You Were Here, Animals, The Division Bell, Medal and much more.
Taking to the stage to perform note for note renditions of all these classic Pink Floyd tracks will be the band of musicians that audiences have become familiar with worldwide over the years, featuring long time guitarist/vocalist and musical director Damian Darlington, who has played over 2500 Pink Floyd music related concerts throughout his career.
The band will also feature Ian Cattell, Edo Scordo, Eva Avila and all the other expert musicians that have joined the ranks of Brit Floyd over the course of the last decade.
Having performed over 1,000 shows since its launch in Liverpool, England in January 2011, Brit Floyd have circled the world, sold out tours across, Europe, North America, South America and the Middle East, and performed concerts at some of the world’s greatest venues, including London’s prestigious Royal Albert Hall; the awe inspiring Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Denver, Colorado; the historic Greek Theatre in Los Angeles, and ‘The Showplace of the Nation’, NYC’s Radio City Music Hall.
The Brit Floyd show has become a phenomenon, widely regarded as the world’s greatest rock tribute show. Faithfully recreating the scale and pomp of the final 1994 Pink Floyd tour, complete with a stunning light show, iconic circular screen, lasers, inflatables and theatrics.
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RACHMANINOFF & TCHAIKOVSKY - South Bend Symphony Orchestra
2023-05-13 19:30
Prepare for an extraordinary experience when Päivi Ekroth takes on the staggering virtuosity of Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No.3 followed by a musical exploration of Tchaikovsky’s Fourth Symphony that explores the concept of Fate as an inescapable force and a blaze of sound.
Paivi Ekroth, piano
Rachmaninoff – Piano Concerto No. 3
Tchaikovsky – Symphony No. 4

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Fridays by the Fountain
2023-06-02 11:45 - 2023-08-26 13:15
You’ll want to take your Friday lunches outside this summer! Fridays by the Fountain, a 13-week lunchtime music concert series in Downtown South Bend, returns to the Morris Performing Arts Center starting June 2nd.
Held on Fridays between 11:45 a.m. and 1:15 p.m., each concert is free and takes place at the Jon R. Hunt Plaza in front of the Morris Performing Arts Center, 211 N. Michigan St. and showcases live entertainment from area blues, jazz, rock, R&B, country, folk, and Irish music bands.
This year’s lineup includes:

June 2 – Kennedy’s Kitchen
June 9 – Terry & the Heartbeats
June 16 High life
June 23 – Van Dyke Revue
June 30 – Hey Annie
July 7 – Southside Denny
July 14 Memphis Underground
July 21 – International Jugglers Association
July 28 – RockDogs
August 4 – Whistle Pigs
August 11 – Jerry O’Fonics
August 18 – PT & the Cruisers
August 25 – Resurrection Blues Band

Guests can bring their lunches or buy food from vendors on site. Although there will be tables and chairs set up at the plaza for concert attendees, people are allowed to bring their own chairs or blankets to spread out on the lawn.
No tax dollars are used to fund Fridays by the Fountain. The 2023 concert series is presented by the Morris in conjunction with U93 and WNDU. Supporting sponsors underwrite the cost of the bands.
