BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Lerner Theatre - ECPv6.8.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Lerner Theatre X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://thelerner.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Lerner Theatre REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Indiana/Indianapolis BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260922T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261115T170000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234856 CREATED:20260922T143424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T143452Z UID:10000524-1790064000-1794762000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Elkhart County Symphony 2026-2027 – 4 Show Package DESCRIPTION:Our 2026-27 season—which will\, incredibly\, be our 79th year—is one of magical music and continued momentum\, and we hope you will join us! \nDuel Vi2lity\, Nov. 15 at The Lerner Theatre\, features guest soloist Khari Joyner\, a rising cellist described by the New York Classical Review as “one of the most exciting young musicians on the classical scene.” \nOur annual concert on the historic campus of Goshen College—inside the lovely Sauder Concert Hall at the Goshen College Music Center—takes place Feb. 14\, 2027. Verdi Requiem features collaborators and guest soloists including the Camerata Singers and vocalists from Goshen College Choirs. \nCinematic Symphony\, March 14\, 2027\, at The Lerner Theatre\, celebrates film music from Mozart to Williams and features guest conductor Michael Stern—music director of the Montgomery Symphony Orchestra. The event also features\, as guest soloist\, our Youth Concerto Competition Winner! \nPlanetary Finale\, the final concert of Season 79\, is May 16\, 2027 at The Lerner Theatre\, and presents pax duo\, an exciting percussion project created by Tristan Swihart and Micah Detweiler that aims to break preconceptions of contemporary percussion through collaboration and new creations that transcend genre. \n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nTickets are now available atThe Lerner Theatre Box Officeor over the phone at 574-293-4469 URL:https://thelerner.com/event/elkhart-county-symphony-2026-2027-4-show-package/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Elkhart County Symphony,Just Announced ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/c44d26aa-8746-47d0-be21-cf18dad0bf48.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Elkhart County Symphony":MAILTO:elkhartsymphony@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261016T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261210T170000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234856 CREATED:20261013T211609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261016T205849Z UID:10000531-1792137600-1796922000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Premier Arts - 2027 Season Package DESCRIPTION:Instructions for Season Renewal\n \n Get Season Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n Premier Package Subscription:5 Main Stage Productions \n\nThe Lion\, The Witch & The Wardrobe\nCome From Away\nAnnie\nLes “Surprise”\nA Christmas Carol\n\nPremier PLUS Package Subscription:5 Main Stage Productions AND 4 All-Youth Productions \n\nThe Lion\, The Witch & The Wardrobe\nCome From Away\nAnnie\nLes “Surprise”\nA Christmas Carol\nTrolls Jr. – All Youth Production\nAnnie Jr. – All Youth Production\nHonk Jr. – All Youth Production\nElves & the Shoemaker – All Youth Production\n\n \n \n \n \n \n In the event of unforeseen circumstances causing the change of dates\, titles\, locations\, or seating arrangements\, no refunds will be issued. \nMAIN STAGE PRODUCTIONS: \nC.S. LEWIS’ THE LION\, THE WITCH & THE WARDROBE (Stage Play)February 26th\, 27th & 28thA story for the ages\, The Lion\, the Witch and the Wardrobe is a riveting play filled with music\, love\, and magic. Like the C.S. Lewis novel of the same name\, the show follows the four Pevensie siblings as they leave a war-riddled London in 1940\, to find safety in a large home in the English countryside. It is here that they discover an old wardrobe; one that leads to the magical\, snowy world of Narnia. Through a fantastical woodland adventure\, the four children must fight evil\, trust each other and\, most importantly\, believe in themselves. \nCOME FROM AWAYMay 7th\, 8th & 9thCome From Away is based on the true story of the time when the isolated community of Gander\, Newfoundland\, played host to the world. What started as an average day in a small town turned into an international sleepover\, when 38 planes\, carrying thousands of people from around the globe\, were diverted to Gander’s airstrip on September 11\, 2001. Undaunted by culture clashes and language barriers\, the people of Gander cheered the stranded travelers with music\, an open bar and the recognition that we’re all part of a global family. \n \n\n \nANNIEJuly 16th\, 17th & 18thWith equal measures of pluck and positivity\, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage that is run by the cruel\, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage\, Annie escapes to the wondrous world of NYC. In adventure after fun-filled adventure\, Annie foils Miss Hannigan’s evil machinations… and even befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt! She finds a new home and family in billionaire\, Oliver Warbucks\, his personal secretary\, Grace Farrell\, and a lovable mutt named Sandy.\n \n\n\n \n\nLES “SURPRISE”October 15th\, 16th & 17thThough we are contractually unable to announce this “revolutionary” title until August\, we have a feeling you’ll hear the people sing its praises! So\, look down at your calendar\, make a note\, and don’t wait one day more to reserve your seats. After all\, when the barricades go up\, at the end of the day you’ll want to be exactly where you belong — in the audience. Who knows? You may have already dreamed a dream about what this production could be!\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\nA CHRISTMAS CAROLDecember 10th\, 11th & 12th\n\n\n\nEbenezer Scrooge is a prosperous curmudgeon who believes that personal wealth is far more valuable than the happiness and comfort of others. With an infuriated “Bah! Humbug!” Scrooge summates his feelings of Christmas tidings and charitable giving\, but he’s forced to face his selfish ways when three ghosts on Christmas Eve lead him through his Past\, Present and Future. Thanks to their guidance\, Scrooge recognizes his faults and greets Christmas morning with a cheerful “Happy Christmas” before spending the day reconnecting and sharing love with those that mean the most to him.\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n All YOUTH PRODUCTIONS: \nTROLLS JR.Friday\, March 12th at 7:30pmSaturday\, March 13th at 6:30pmThe Troll thespians in Poppy’s company live by their motto: the show must go on. But when a tyrannical foreign emissary arrives in Bergenland\, expectations are raised\, forcing the Trolls to totally rework their show or risk being served up in the name of diplomacy by a Chef rehired and out for revenge. \nHONK JR.Saturday\, May 8th at 2:00pmUgly looks quite a bit different from his darling duckling brothers and sisters. The other animals on the farm are quick to notice and point this out\, despite his mother’s protective flapping. Feeling rather foul about himself\, the little fowl finds himself on an adventure of self-discovery\, all the while unknowingly outwitting a very hungry Cat. Along the way\, Ugly meets a whole flock of unique characters and finds out being different is not a bad thing to be. \nANNIE JR.Saturday\, July 17th at 2:00pm With equal measures of pluck and positivity\, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage that is run by the cruel\, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage\, Annie escapes to the wondrous world of NYC. In adventure after fun-filled adventure\, Annie foils Miss Hannigan’s evil machinations… and even befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt! She finds a new home and family in billionaire\, Oliver Warbucks\, his personal secretary\, Grace Farrell\, and a lovable mutt named Sandy. \nELVES & THE SHOEMAKERSaturday\, December 11th at 2:00pm With equal measures of pluck and positivity\, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage that is run by the cruel\, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage\, Annie escapes to the wondrous world of NYC. In adventure after fun-filled adventure\, Annie foils Miss Hannigan’s evil machinations… and even befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt! She finds a new home and family in billionaire\, Oliver Warbucks\, his personal secretary\, Grace Farrell\, and a lovable mutt named Sandy. \n \n \n \n \n \n If you need additional assistance\, please reach out to The Lerner Theatre Box Office at574-293-4469 or email brittany@thelerner.com \nOur Box Office hours are: Monday-Friday 10:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. \n \n Instructions for Season Renewal\n \n Get Season Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/premier-arts-2027-season-package/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Just Announced,Musical,Premier Arts,Theatrical Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/2027-PA-Season-Tickets-Web-graphic-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261018T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261018T140000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234856 CREATED:20260302T200255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T155220Z UID:10000432-1792332000-1792332000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Premier Arts: Sister Act DESCRIPTION:When disco diva\, Deloris Van Cartier\, witnesses a murder\, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won’t be a found: a convent! Disguised as a nun\, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and uptight Mother Superior. Using her unique disco moves and singing talent to inspire the choir\, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community but\, in doing so\, blows her cover. Soon\, the gang is giving chase\, only to find them up against Deloris and the power of her newly found sisterhood.\n \n GET TICKETS - FRIDAY\n \n GET TICKETS - SATURDAY\n \n GET TICKETS - SUNDAY\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages\n \n \n \n \n \n DINNER AND A SHOW IN DOWNTOWN ELKHART! \nPremier Arts is teaming up with Downtown Elkhart restaurants\, bars\, and sweet treat spots to make your show weekend a divine experience. \nEnjoy dining deals\, themed cocktails\, sweet treats\, freebies\, and exclusive perks when you show your Sister Act ticket at participating locations. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/premier-arts-sister-act-2026-10-18/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Just Announced,Musical,Premier Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/sister-act-1920x1080-reduced.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261025T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261025T150000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234856 CREATED:20260114T200029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T132429Z UID:10000379-1792940400-1792940400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:The Lerner Loves You: Monsters\, Inc. DESCRIPTION:The Lerner Theatre is proud to announce the return of The Lerner Loves You\, a free community movie series created as a heartfelt thank-you to the people of Elkhart and surrounding communities. Made possible by the Elkhart County CVB\, the series invites audiences to gather once again inside the iconic downtown venue for shared moments of cinema\, connection\, and joy. \nJoin us for “Monsters\, Inc.” A little girl accidentally enters the land of monsters\, where she befriends two creatures who work at a “scare factory.” Billy Crystal and John Goodman lend their voices to this computer-animated comedy from the creators of “Toy Story.” \n \n \n \n \n \n Run Time: 92 minutes \nCast: John Goodman\, Billy Crystal\, Mary Gibbs\, Steve Buscemi\, James Coburn \nReleased: 2001 \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us Sunday\, October 25\, for Monsters\, Inc.—and come early for an afternoon of Halloween fun! \nTrick-or-treating begins at 2:00 pm in the Lerner Theatre lobby\, where families can visit with our community partners and collect treats before the movie. Joining us will be Wellfield Botanic Gardens\, Hopman Jewelers\, ADEC\, Elkhart 311\, Elkhart Tutu School\, and Premier Arts. \nPremier Arts will also help us get into the Halloween spirit with a special costume contest! Come dressed as your favorite character and show off your Halloween creativity before the movie begins. \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Lerner Loves You Series: \nThe historic Lerner Theatre\, a beloved centerpiece and cultural treasure of Downtown Elkhart\, is proud to announce the return of The Lerner Loves You\, a free community movie series created as a heartfelt thank-you to the people of Elkhart and surrounding communities. Made possible by the Elkhart County CVB\, the series invites audiences to gather once again inside the iconic downtown venue for shared moments of cinema\, connection\, and joy. \nBuilding on the success of its inaugural run\, The Lerner Loves You continues The Lerner Theatre’s long tradition as a gathering place for moviegoers—dating back to its early days as “The ELCO.” This special series features a thoughtfully curated selection of beloved films from across generations\, celebrating storytelling\, culture\, and the magic of seeing movies together on the big screen. \nThe series will take place monthly on select Sunday afternoons at 3:00 pm\, February until May and then continuing from October until December\, offering audiences the chance to enjoy films on the Lerner’s grand screen free of charge. Each film will be shown in the Lerner Theatre’s auditorium\, inviting guests to experience the magic of cinema in a setting like no other. Seating is first-come\, first-served. \n \n \n \n \n \n SPONSORED BY THE ELKHART COUNTY CVB URL:https://thelerner.com/event/the-lerner-loves-you-monsters-inc/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event,Just Announced,Movie ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026-The-Lerner-Loves-You-Movie-Series.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261027T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261027T193000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234856 CREATED:20260604T214047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T163515Z UID:10000494-1793129400-1793129400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:A Taste of Ireland: The Irish Music & Dance Sensation DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages\n \n \n \n \n \n \nDirect from Off-Broadway and London’s West End\, the internationally acclaimed A Taste of Ireland Company comes to the USA with its flagship production — ‘A Taste of Ireland — The Irish Music & Dance Sensation’. Laugh\, cry\, and jig into the night with a production that is Celtic\, for this generation. \nPerformed by former World Irish dance champions\, and featuring dancers from Lord of the Dance\, Riverdance\, and the recent West End cast of Éireann\, ‘A Taste of Ireland’ brings the spirit and energy of modern Ireland to life with a pint of Irish wit. Watch world-class performers blend melodic folk mash-ups\, live jaw-dropping acapella tap battles\, and heartfelt storytelling in a live celebration of Irish music and dance. \nFeaturing revamped classics of Danny Boy\, Tell Me Ma\, Wild Rover\, and many more well-known songs\, the show’s reimagined contemporary score blossoms alongside the brash Irish charm of the live dance cast. ‘A Taste of Ireland’ merges cultural traditions\, modern flair\, and craic galore to deliver a performance that has been leaving audiences across the globe jigging on their feet for the last decade. \nWherever audiences come from\, the show finds them. For those who have travelled to Ireland\, it is a view that reaches back across the Atlantic. For those whose parents or grandparents carried a few songs and stories with them\, it is a heritage felt\, not described. And for those who have never thought of themselves as Irish at all\, it is the kind of night that leaves them feeling as though there has been a little Irish in them all along. \nA Taste of Ireland is exactly what it promises: a taste of everything you love about Ireland\, with a generous helping of more\, and having gathered a social following of over 400\,000 and growing\, it has\, and continues to\, win over audiences across the globe. \nWith a strictly limited US run\, see A Taste of Ireland in 2026 before it takes off around the globe once again. Find a seat\, bring a loved one\, and for two hours\, lose yourself in A Taste of Ireland. Book Now. \n**please note: musical instruments are subject to change from performance to performance \n\n \n Get Tickets\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages URL:https://thelerner.com/event/a-taste-of-ireland-2026/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Dance,Featured,Show,Theatrical Performance,Tour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/taste-of-ireland_1920x1080.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261106T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261106T190000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234856 CREATED:20260929T183723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T150532Z UID:10000529-1793991600-1793991600@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Big Jam 2026: Talent Showcase DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Big Jam Talent Showcase is a celebration of talent\, creativity\, and entertainment from across the Midwest. Hosted by legendary DJ King Robb\, the Big Jam will bring together individuals and groups to showcase their unique skills and talents across a wide range of disciplines\, including singing\, dancing\, acting\, comedy\, magic\, instrumental music\, spoken word\, poetry\, martial arts\, visual arts\, hip hop\, country\, and more. \nMore than just a night of entertainment\, the Big Jam Talent Showcase provides a platform for performers to build confidence\, refine their skills\, and gain valuable experience performing in front of a live audience. For many participants\, the showcase serves as a stepping stone toward personal and professional growth while encouraging creativity\, self-expression\, and community connection. \nProceeds from the event will support the 2027 HBCU Tour. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets are available at The Lerner TheatreBox Office in-person or over the phone now! URL:https://thelerner.com/event/big-jam-2026-talent-showcase/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Just Announced,Show ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/big-jam-1920x1080-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="100 Black Sons Initative":MAILTO:rtaylor100sons@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261107T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261107T160000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234856 CREATED:20260317T190710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T163617Z UID:10000448-1794067200-1794067200@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Classical Arts Entertainment presents: Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs DESCRIPTION:Snow White Production Photo\n \n \n \n \n Snow White Production Photo\n \n \n \n \n Snow White Production Photo\n \n \n \n \n Snow White Production Photo\n \n \n \n \n Snow White Production Photo\n \n \n \n \n Snow White Production Photo\n Get Tickets\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages\n \n \n \n \n \n \nStep into a magical world of fantasy\, adventure\, and laughter with the beloved fairy tale Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs\, brought to life in a vibrant ballet production for audiences of all ages. Presented by Classical Arts Entertainment and performed by the United European Ballet Company\, this colorful production transforms the timeless story into a joyful theatrical experience\, featuring expressive dance\, playful characters\, and enchanting storytelling. \nSet to the beautiful music of composer Bogdan Pavlovsky\, the ballet follows the classic tale of kind-hearted Snow White\, the jealous Queen\, and the seven unforgettable dwarfs whose humor\, warmth\, and charm bring endless laughter and delight to the stage. Each dwarf has a unique personality\, creating moments that are both touching and wonderfully funny for children and adults alike. \nThe production features a brilliant international cast of professional ballet artists from more than 15 countries across Europe. The company includes outstanding principal dancers from Ukraine\, along with talented performers from across the continent\, bringing extraordinary artistry\, energy\, and stage presence to this joyful performance. \nAudiences will be captivated by spectacular hand-painted scenery\, vivid costumes\, and imaginative stage design that transports viewers directly into a magical fairy tale world. Every visual element has been carefully crafted\, with sets and backdrops painted by hand\, creating a rich and colorful environment that feels like a living storybook. \nThis family-friendly ballet is filled with lighthearted moments\, playful choreography\, and heartwarming storytelling that celebrates kindness\, friendship\, and courage. With its joyful atmosphere\, delightful characters\, and humorous adventures of the seven dwarfs\, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs is the perfect introduction to ballet for children and a wonderful experience for the entire family. \nJoin us for this enchanting production filled with magic\, laughter\, colorful costumes\, beautiful music\, and unforgettable moments on stage. Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs promises a joyful and memorable theatrical experience for audiences of all ages. \nClassical Arts Website:https://classicalarts.net/event/snow-white-in-elkhart-in/ \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nVIP Packages are available! \n\nVIP tickets include: \n\nOne Top Price Reserved Ticket in best available seating\n20 minute backstage tour\n8×10 Printed Photo with a Ballerina\nBallerina Ornament\n\n\n \n Get Tickets\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages URL:https://thelerner.com/event/classical-arts-entertainment-presents-snow-white-and-the-seven-dwarfs/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Dance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/SNOW-WHEIT-1920-x-1080.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261108T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261108T190000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234856 CREATED:20260402T184528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T163855Z UID:10000455-1794164400-1794164400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Bert Kreischer: Permission to Party DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages\n \n \n \n \n \n \nBert Kreischer’s career has evolved from Rolling Stone’s infamous “Number One Partier in the Nation” to one of the top-grossing stand-up comedians in the world—and a powerhouse entrepreneur\, actor\, producer\, content creator\, and entertainment brand. Named by Forbes as “one of the best storytellers of his generation\,” Kreischer has parlayed his signature comedy and authenticity into a dynamic media empire.  \nHis sixth Netflix special\, Lucky\, filmed in his hometown of Tampa\, FL\, sold out all six shows within 24 hours of the on-sale and premiered in Netflix’s Top 10 Most Watched TV Shows in March 2025. \nThrough Berty Boy Productions\, Kreischer oversees hit podcasts and series including Bertcast\, Something’s Burning\, and 2 Bears\, 1 Cave (with Tom Segura)\, commanding over 16 million fans and 4 billion impressions. He also founded the Fully Loaded Comedy Festival\, a touring juggernaut that’s expanded to stadiums\, arenas\, and sold-out cruises. \n In 2024\, Kreischer and Segura launched Por Osos Vodka\, an award-winning\, rapidly expanding spirits brand. Kreischer also starred in and produced Sony Pictures’ The Machine—a feature film adaptation of his legendary stand-up story—which broke into Netflix’s Global Top 10 Films upon release in 2023. His Netflix scripted comedy series Free Bert debuted in January 2026\, and quickly broke into Netflix’s U.S. and global Top 10. The show drew millions of viewers in its first weeks\, ranking among the platform’s most-watched series worldwide. \nToday\, Bert is on his Permission To Party World Tour and continues to blend comedy\, business\, and culture into one of the most recognizable personal brands in entertainment today. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n This event has been designated as a no weapons event with exception for law enforcement. Please plan to arrive 30 minutes prior to the performance as additional security screening will be required before entering the theatre. \n \n Get Tickets\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages URL:https://thelerner.com/event/bert-kreischer-permission-to-party/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Comedy,Featured,Just Announced,Tour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/BertKreischer_ADMAT_1920x1080-LERNER.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261112T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261112T193000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234856 CREATED:20260407T203554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T165511Z UID:10000457-1794511800-1794511800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Bored Teachers: "Is It Friday Yet?!" Comedy Tour DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages\n \n \n \n \n \n \nThey’ve graded the papers\, survived the staff meetings\, and lost their last ounce of patience… and now they’re taking it out on stage! \nBored Teachers is BACK with brand-new jokes\, bigger laughs\, and the most relatable teacher comedy you’ll ever hear. For nearly a decade\, Bored Teachers has been the #1 voice of teacher humor—racking up over 1 billion views\, amassing 10 million+ followers\, and hosting the #1 teacher-comedy podcast on the planet. \nSince 2022\, they’ve performed for 200\,000+ teachers worldwide\, and sold out 200+ theaters across 49 states\, 5 countries\, and 3 continents. Their BRAND NEW “Is It Friday Yet?!”” Tour starting January 2026 is more than a comedy show—it’s the ultimate night of laughter and solidarity for anyone who’s ever worked in education\, taught a lesson\, or just survived parent-teacher conferences. \nGet ready to laugh until you cry as the funniest teacher-comedians in the world share their side-splitting stories\, savage truths\, and hilarious classroom confessions. Whether you’re a teacher\, a parent\, or just someone who’s been in school\, this show will have you nodding\, clapping\, and hollering\, “That’s SO TRUE!” \nWarning: May contain PG-13 language\, teacher truths\, and uncontrollable fits of laughter. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n This event has been designated as a no weapons event with exception for law enforcement. Please plan to arrive 30 minutes prior to the performance as additional security screening will be required before entering the theatre. \n \n Get Tickets\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages URL:https://thelerner.com/event/bored-teachers-is-it-friday-yet-comedy-tour/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Comedy,Featured,Just Announced,Tour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/BoredTeachers_ELKIN_1920x1080_reduced.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261114T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261114T193000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234856 CREATED:20260909T191304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T154522Z UID:10000519-1794684600-1794684600@thelerner.com SUMMARY:South Bend Lyric Opera - French Masters: Operatic Arias and Duets DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages\n \n \n \n \n \n \nExperience the elegance\, passion\, and irresistible charm of French opera in an enchanting program featuring beloved arias and duets by France’s greatest composers. From the lyrical beauty of Gounod and Massenet to the dramatic intensity of Bizet\, this performance celebrates the rich colors and emotional depth of the French operatic tradition. Join us for an unforgettable evening of romance\, drama\, humor\, and exquisite melody\, alongside celebrated artists from around the country. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rhea Olivacce\, Soprano\n \n \n \n \n Emanuel-Cristian-Caraman-Tenor\n \n \n \n \n Emma Sorenson\, Mezzo-Soprano\n \n \n \n \n Seth Hobi\, Baritone\n \n \n \n \n Abi Liebegott\, Soprano\n \n \n \n \n Rebecca Clark\, Soprano\n \n \n \n \n Dror Baitel\, Piano\n \n \n \n \n \nRhea Olivacce\, SopranoDr. Rhea Olivaccé is known for her “vibrant color” and “vivacious abandon”. She is celebrated for her interpretation of lyric soprano roles\, including Mimi and Musetta from Puccini’s La Bohème\, La Contessa from Mozart’s Le Nozze di Figaro\, Tatyana from Tchaikovsky’s Eugene Onegin and Suzel in Mascagni’s L’amico Fritz. She has performed with Des Moines Metro Opera\, Sarasota Opera\, and Opera Western Reserve. She has been widely recognized for her performances of the Mozart\, Brahms\, Fauré\, and Rutter Requiem Masses\, Bach’s St John Passion and Magnificat\, Mendelssohn’s Elijah\, Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony\, Handel’s Messiah and Strauss’ Four Last Songs. She has graced the world-renowned stages of Carnegie Hall and the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam\, Netherlands. \nEmanuel-Cristian Caraman\, TenorThroughout his career Romanian tenor and recording artist\, Emanuel-Cristian Caraman has appeared with opera companies\, symphony orchestras and on the recital stage in Europe\, South America and North America. Mr. Caraman has performed with Los Angeles Opera\, George Enescu International Music Festival in Bucharest\, Miami Lyric Opera\, Die Deutsche Kammerphilarmonie in Bremen\, Union Avenue Opera in St. Louis\, Opera in the Heights in Houston\, New England Chamber Orchestra\, South Bend Symphony Orchestra and New Philharmonic Orchestra. Mr. Caraman has performed on the stages of many prestigious concert halls including Carnegie Hall in New York\, Ateneul Român in Bucharest\, and Wiener Konzerthaus in Vienna. Operatic highlights include Cavaradossi in Tosca\, Turridu in Cavalleria Rusticana\, Il Duca di Mantova in Rigoletto\, Edgardo in Lucia di Lammermoor\, Pinkerton in Madama Butterfly\, Nemorino in L’elisir d’amore\, Rodolfo in La Boheme\, Alfredo in La Traviata\, Don José in Carmen\, Fritz in L’Amico Fritz\, and Riccardo in Un Ballo in Maschera. \nEmma Sorenson\, Mezzo-SopranoMezzo-Soprano Emma Rose Sorenson\, recently made her solo debut as Passenger 3 in the company’s world premiere production of “Proximity.” She has also played the role of Eliza in Boston Lyric Opera’s production of “Omar” by Rhiannon Giddens and Michael Abels. A graduate of Webster University\, Sorenson was an Apprentice Artist with Santa Fe Opera\, covering Susan Graham\, and make her company debut as Genevieve in “Pelleas et Melisande.” Sorenson has appeared with South Bend Lyric Opera as Clea in the premiere of “Our American Odysee” by Marjorie Rusche.In addition to being a singer\, Sorenson also models. For her recent appearance with South Bend Symphony Orchestra\, she received a dress from fashion designer Borris Powell\, with whom she worked during his 2018 runway show. \nSeth Hobi\, BaritoneSeth Hobi\, baritone\, has performed in a wide range of operatic productions across Baroque\, Classical\, and twentieth-century repertoire\, and has also appeared as a soloist and ensemble singer across North America and Europe. His recent stage appearances include Voltaire/Dr. Pangloss in Bernstein’s Candide with Opera at Notre Dame\, Pallante in Handel’s Agrippina with the Boston Early Music Festival\, and Aeneas in Purcell’s Dido & Aeneas with both Opera at Notre Dame and Apollo’s Fire. Additional credits include performances in Keiser’s Octavia\, Mozart’s Idomeneo\, Puccini’s La Fanciulla del West\, Weill’s The Seven Deadly Sins\, Verdi’s Otello\, and Lesser-Mansfield’s The Sparks Fly Upward. \nSouth Bend Lyric Opera Emerging Artists \nAbi Liebegott\, SopranoSoprano Abigail Liebegott from Lewistown\, Pennsylvania is pursuing her Masters of Sacred Music at the University of Notre Dame. Abigail is a passionate interpreter of early repertoire\, having performed as a soloist in a number of J.S. Bach’s cantatas including BWV 100\, 98\, 61\,151\, 36\, and 80. She has appeared as a concert soloist in Mendelssohn’s Psalm 42 and Elijah. Abigail has performed with Eastman Opera Theater as Mélisande in Marius Constant’s Impressions de Pelléas\, as well as the role of Euridice in Luigi Rossi’s Orfeo with the Eastman Collegium Musicum under the tutelage of Paul O’Dette. She recently appeared with Amherst Early Music Festival in the role of La Folie in Jean-Jacques Rameau’s Platée. She holds a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from Eastman School of Music\, where she studied with soprano Kiera Duffy. \nRebecca Clark\, SopranoMaking her Carnegie Hall debut in 2018\, coloratura soprano\, Rebecca Clark has received awards in the Camille Coloratura\, Metropolitan Opera Laffont\, and Sam Vitale and Aaron Caruso Neapolitan Song Competitions.Miss Clark has given numerous solo and collaborative recitals in the United States and Europe. She has also performed leading roles in: Little Women (Italian Premiere)\, The Pigeon Keeper\, Suor Angelica\, The Gondoliers\, Patience\, and Der Schauspieldirektor\, in which she made her international operatic debut. She has recently appeared as soprano soloist in Handel’s Messiah\, Zelenka’s Magnificat in C\, and with Fox Valley Orchestra.Miss Clark is pursuing her Masters Degree at Indiana University South Bend\, studying with Dr. Tim Schmidt. \nMusic Director \nDror Baitel\, PianoDror Baitel\, a collaborative pianist\, coach and conductor\, has established himself as a leading talent through his virtuosity and versatility across diverse musical genres. Feeling at home both in classical music and musical theater\, Baitel has worked on Broadway and Off-Broadway. Baitel was on the original music team of Lin Manuel Miranda’s Hamilton\, as well as a pianist-conductor for the hit Dear Evan Hansen. Most recently\, Baitel conducted the Memphis Symphony Orchestra and finished a one-year visiting position of music director of opera at the Scheidt School of Music at the University of Memphis. Additional credits include Mary Poppins (Broadway debut)\, Matilda\, and The King and I. His scholarly interests include the history of the American musical theater\, the golden age of musicals\, Stephen Sondheim\, and romantic operas.  \n\n \n Get Tickets\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages URL:https://thelerner.com/event/south-bend-lyric-opera-french-masters-operatic-arias-and-duets/ LOCATION:The Crystal Ballroom\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/French-Masters-5-Final-1920x1080-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="South Bend Lyric Opera":MAILTO:info@southbendlyricopera.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261115T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261115T160000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234856 CREATED:20260720T152541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T165723Z UID:10000507-1794758400-1794758400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Elkhart County Symphony - Duel Vi2lity DESCRIPTION:Get Elkhart County Symphony Tickets\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages\n \n \n \n \n \n \nDuel Vi2lity – Nov. 15\, 2026\nAs the season opener celebrates cultural connections\, rhythm\, and community\, Duel Vi2lity plunges directly into the grandeur and intensity of the traditional orchestral canon. Anchored by Johannes Brahms’ towering Symphony No. 2 in D Major\, Op. 73—often referred to as his “Pastoral” Symphony due to its bright\, sweeping melodies—the program highlights some of the most revered symphonic writing ever composed. \nThe concert opens with Vitality for Orchestra by acclaimed contemporary composer Gala Flagello\, an energetic and brilliantly orchestrated overture-like work that immediately launches the evening with electricity and momentum. Flagello\, an Ann Arbor-based composer known for her versatility and rapidly rising national profile\, brings a fresh modern voice into dialogue with the classical masters surrounding her. \nThe evening also welcomes extraordinary young cellist Khari Joyner\, whose rapidly ascending career has already included a performance for President Barack Obama at the White House. Joyner will perform on Camille Saint-Saëns’ rarely heard Cello Concerto No. 2\, a virtuosic and technically demanding work he personally introduced to Dr. Soo Han. \nTogether\, the program creates a concert rooted in tradition while showcasing the next generation of major artistic voices. \nRepertoire Highlights\n\nGala Flagello — Vitality for Orchestra\nSaint-Saëns — Cello Concerto No. 2\nBrahms — Symphony No. 2 in D Major\, Op. 73\n\n\n \n Get Elkhart County Symphony Tickets\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages URL:https://thelerner.com/event/elkhart-county-symphony-duel-vi2lity/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Elkhart County Symphony ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/ES26_Duel-Vi2lity-FB-Event-Header-1920x1005-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Elkhart County Symphony":MAILTO:elkhartsymphony@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261120T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261120T193000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234856 CREATED:20260706T193132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T194954Z UID:10000499-1795203000-1795203000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Friends of The Lerner presents: Mike Super - Magic & Illusion DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages\n \n \n \n \n \n \nExperience the Magic & Illusion of Mike Super LIVE on Stage! This is the perfect evening for your entire family!Mystifier Mike Super is the WINNER of NBC’s Hit TV Show PHENOMENON and a Top Finalist on AMERICA’S GOT TALENT! \nMike amazed Penn & Teller on their TV Show FOOL US and YOU can be NEXT! \nPrepare to have your MIND BLOWN!!! Mike has taken the performance of magic to new levels! He has created a show with jaw dropping magic and illusion\, combined with side -splitting humor\, energetic music\, and 100% audience interaction. \nMike’s magical approach not only entertains but it also actively engages the audience\, turning them into participants rather than mere spectators. Take part in an immersive and unforgettable experience where everyone feels like they’re part of the magic \nEnjoy this family-friendly performance and join the journey of emotions from laughter\, intrigue\, danger\, fear\, wonder\, anticipation\, tears\, and sentimentality that only Mike Super delivers! \nMike was named Entertainer of the Year for two years consecutive and as the winner of NBC’s Phenomenon\, Super is the ONLY magician in history to win a live magic competition on Primetime Network Television! Mike was also a top 12 Finalists on NBC’s #1 rated summer series America’s Got Talent! \n\n \n Get Tickets\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages URL:https://thelerner.com/event/friends-of-the-lerner-presents-mike-super-magic-illusion/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Friends of the Lerner,Magic,Show ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Mike-Super-1920x1080-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of The Lerner":MAILTO:info@friendsofthelerner.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261121T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261121T183000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234856 CREATED:20260508T164149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T132754Z UID:10000479-1795285800-1795285800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Sir Charles Jones & Friends: Pour Me a Drank - Southern Soul Tour DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages\n \n \n \n \n \n SIR CHARLES JONES \nSir Charles Jones is an artist whose part-throwback\, part-modern style of R&B is based on traditional Southern soul and blues. The vocalist\, songwriter\, producer\, and multi-instrumentalist calls himself the Undisputed King of Southern Soul. From Sir Charles Jones (2000) through Sir Charles Jones & the Family\, Vol. 1 (2019)\, he has released his music independently\, outside the major-label system. Born in Ohio\, raised in Alabama\, and later based in Georgia\, Jones received early support from Marvin Sease and began his recording career in 2000 with a self-titled album. That and several of his subsequent releases\, including 2002’s Love Machine and 2008’s My Story\, have appeared on Billboard’s Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. Sir Charles Jones & the Family\, Vol. 1\, issued in 2019\, capped his second full decade of recording and featured contributions from his children\, Charlesia and Charles III. All along\, Jones has been a busy touring musician with headlining gigs and appearances at soul and blues festivals. \nJ. ANTHONY BROWN \nVeteran comedian\, actor and established radio personality J. Anthony Brown has performed stand-up comedy all over the country as well as internationally. The self-styled tailor-turned comedian launched his comedy career in a gong show contest in Atlanta. Soon after his comedy debut\, Brown moved to Los Angeles to work in television and became a writer on The Arsenio Hall Show\, and became a writer as well for such sitcoms as The Parenthood and Me and The Boys. Brown hosted two consecutive seasons of BET’s top-rated Comic View and has performed on Vibe\, Def Comedy Jam\, It’s Showtime at the Apollo\, An Evening at the Improv and The Oprah Winfrey Show. Brown joined The Steve Harvey Morning Show as one of its dynamic co-hosts in 2017. Based in Los Angeles\, he brings his comedic stylings and hilarious cast of on-air characters to the top-rated\, award-winning radio program. He was a writer as well on Steve Harvey’s hit daytime TV talk show. Previously\, for more than 20 years Brown featured his signature brand of comedy as co-host of The Tom Joyner Morning Show. As an actor\, he’s had recurring roles on Moesha\, Living Single\, and The Parenthood\, as well as guest star roles on Greenleaf\, Mann\, and Wife\, The Rickey Smiley Show\, Tyler Perry’s House of Payne\, The Parkers and Sparks. His work in film includes roles in The App That Stole Christmas\, Think Like A Man\, Madea Goes to Jail\, Def Jam’s How to Be a Player\, Pay the Price\, Drumline and Mr. 3000. The NAACP Image Award and Peabody Award recipient is also the designer of the J. Anthony Brown Suit Collection. In addition\, he is the owner of The J. Spot Comedy Club in Los Angeles\, and regularly produces comedic content for social media and films. With the South Carolina native’s signature phrase\, “WatchOutDehNow\,” Brown delivers more mastery with his critically acclaimed artwork. His distinct artistry style and colorful creations have been featured on TV shows\, have been auctioned to help provide scholarships to youth and have also become wearable art in some of his clothing designs. J. Anthony Brown is undeniably one of the hardest working people in show business. He never ceases to deliver comedic punches with his down-to-earth and real brand of comedy on TV\, film\, and radio \nVIP Meet & Greet Experience \nLimited VIP tickets are available with pit seating! Pit ticket holders can join us for a special meet & greet with the artists\, including the opportunity to take photos. VIP attendees will receive wristbands upon arrival. \n \n Get Tickets\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages URL:https://thelerner.com/event/sir-charles-jones-friends-pour-me-a-drank-southern-soul-tour/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/sir-charles-jones-1920x1080-reduced.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261122T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261122T190000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234856 CREATED:20260408T201612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T170933Z UID:10000459-1795374000-1795374000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Charlie Berens: The Lost and Found Tour DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages\n \n \n \n \n \n \nCHARLIE BERENS is a comedian\, New York Times Best Selling Author\, Emmy-winning journalist\, musician and creator of the viral sensation\, The Manitowoc Minute\, a comedic news show about the Midwest which first launched him into notoriety in 2017. Since then\, Charlie’s been creating Midwest-inspired sketch comedy videos that connect to a worldwide social media audience of over 10 million.  \nThis has led to his New York Times Best Seller The Midwest Survival Guide being optioned for TV development and three sold out nationwide stand-up comedy tours. His latest Good Old Fashioned Tour played 127 shows in 88 cities and was shot as a follow-up special to his 2023 one hour debut\, Midwest Goodbye. In his free time\, Charlie hosts the Cripescast podcast where he has meaningful conversations with a wide range of guests\, including musicians\, headlining comedians\, dairy farmers\, groundbreaking scientists\, government officials\, world-renown chefs\, artists\, business leaders\, sports Hall of Famers\, explorers\, Olympians\, and creators about their story and connections to the Midwest. In addition to Cripescast\, Charlie also co-hosts the Bellied Up podcast w/ “Myles The You Betcha Guy” where the two of them belly up at a small-town bar every Thursday and take live calls from all over the Midwest and rest of the world.  \nIn 2020\, Charlie paired up with Horseshoes & Hand Grenades alum Adam Greuel to release the music/comedy album\, Unthawed.  The album\, which is a mixture of bluegrass\, country\, and Charlie’s comedy\, hit #1 on the Billboard Bluegrass chart and #6 on the Bluegrass Comedy chart. The duo followed that up with Dive Bar Dinner in 2023\, which also charted on the Billboard Charts. Most recently\, he was featured in a nationwide Target campaign\, served as the ambassador for Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin’s Annual Food for the Holidays Campaign and launched Berens Old Fashioned Brandy which is in stores across Wisconsin.  \nThroughout all his work\, Charlie aims to connect with people through comedy and authenticity. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n This event has been designated as a no weapons event with exception for law enforcement. Please plan to arrive 30 minutes prior to the performance as additional security screening will be required before entering the theatre. \n \n Get Tickets\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages URL:https://thelerner.com/event/charlie-berens-the-lost-and-found-tour/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Comedy,Featured,Just Announced ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/CharlieBerens_ELKIN_1920x1080-reduced.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261125T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261125T120000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234856 CREATED:20261012T194412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T160832Z UID:10000530-1795604400-1795608000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:The Nutcracker: FREE Community Performance DESCRIPTION:​A FREE\, SHORTENED PERFORMANCE OF THE NUTCRACKER \nA free performance featuring highlights of Nutcracker at the Lerner.  This performance is free to the community\, and is shortened to enjoy during a lunch break and for families with young children who need a shorter performance. \nThis family-friendly retelling of the beloved classic follows Klara\, a young girl whose unexpected gift from the mysterious Herr Drosselmeyer leads her on a magical journey of courage\, kindness\, and hope. Along the way\, audiences will experience dazzling dances\, enchanting characters\, swirling snowflakes\, the graceful Sugar Plum Fairy\, and colorful celebrations inspired by cultures from around the world including China\, Spain\, India and more!\n \n To see the full ballet\, please purchase tickets to the Saturday\, November 28th performance below.\n \n Get Tickets for the Full Production URL:https://thelerner.com/event/the-nutcracker-free-community-performance/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Dance,Free Event,Just Announced ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/The-Nutcracker-free-performance_1920x1080.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261128T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261128T150000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234857 CREATED:20260722T214610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T171108Z UID:10000504-1795878000-1795878000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:The Nutcracker at The Lerner Theatre DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n Get Nutcracker Tea Party Tickets\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages\n \n \n \n \n \n Celebrate the start of the holiday season with Aurinko Ballet’s heartwarming production of The Nutcracker at The Lerner Theatre. \nThis family-friendly retelling of the beloved classic follows Klara\, a young girl whose unexpected gift from the mysterious Herr Drosselmeyer leads her on a magical journey of courage\, kindness\, and hope. Along the way\, audiences will experience dazzling dances\, enchanting characters\, swirling snowflakes\, the graceful Sugar Plum Fairy\, and colorful celebrations inspired by cultures from around the world including China\, Spain\, India and more! \nPerformed by the talented dancers of Aurinko Ballet this annual holiday tradition showcases the passion and artistry of dancers from our community while celebrating the timeless spirit of the season. \nComplete your holiday experience by attending the accompanying Nutcracker Tea Party\, where guests can enjoy festive treats\, meet beloved characters\, and create lasting family memories before the performance. \nJoin us Thanksgiving weekend as holiday magic comes to life at The Lerner Theatre! \n \n Get Tickets\n \n Get Nutcracker Tea Party Tickets\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages URL:https://thelerner.com/event/the-nutcracker-at-the-lerner-theatre-2026/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Dance,Featured,Just Announced ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/The-Nutcracker_1920x1080.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261129T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261129T150000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234857 CREATED:20260114T200554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T145705Z UID:10000380-1795964400-1795964400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:The Lerner Loves You: Home Alone DESCRIPTION:The Lerner Theatre is proud to announce the return of The Lerner Loves You\, a free community movie series created as a heartfelt thank-you to the people of Elkhart and surrounding communities. Made possible by the Elkhart County CVB\, the series invites audiences to gather once again inside the iconic downtown venue for shared moments of cinema\, connection\, and joy. \nJoin us for “Home Alone.” When eight-year-old Kevin McCallister’s family rushes off on a holiday trip to Paris three days before Christmas\, they accidentally leave the youngster behind to deck the halls with a barrage of booby traps to keep out a bumbling pair of burglars who have discovered that this tough little tyke is home alone. \n \n \n \n \n \n Run Time: 103 minutes \nCast: Macaulay Culkin\, Joe Pesci\, Daniel Stern\, John Heard\, Robert Blossom\, Catherine O’Hara \nReleased: 1990 \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Lerner Loves You Series: \nThe historic Lerner Theatre\, a beloved centerpiece and cultural treasure of Downtown Elkhart\, is proud to announce the return of The Lerner Loves You\, a free community movie series created as a heartfelt thank-you to the people of Elkhart and surrounding communities. Made possible by the Elkhart County CVB\, the series invites audiences to gather once again inside the iconic downtown venue for shared moments of cinema\, connection\, and joy. \nBuilding on the success of its inaugural run\, The Lerner Loves You continues The Lerner Theatre’s long tradition as a gathering place for moviegoers—dating back to its early days as “The ELCO.” This special series features a thoughtfully curated selection of beloved films from across generations\, celebrating storytelling\, culture\, and the magic of seeing movies together on the big screen. \nThe series will take place monthly on select Sunday afternoons at 3:00 pm\, February until May and then continuing from October until December\, offering audiences the chance to enjoy films on the Lerner’s grand screen free of charge. Each film will be shown in the Lerner Theatre’s auditorium\, inviting guests to experience the magic of cinema in a setting like no other. Seating is first-come\, first-served. \n \n \n \n \n \n SPONSORED BY THE ELKHART COUNTY CVB URL:https://thelerner.com/event/the-lerner-loves-you-home-alone/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event,Just Announced,Movie ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Lerner-Loves-You-Home-Alone-1920x1080-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261206T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261206T150000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234857 CREATED:20260922T143023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T154412Z UID:10000525-1796569200-1796569200@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Elkhart Municipal Band presents: The North Pole Radio Hour DESCRIPTION:Let the holiday season begin!  Join the Elkhart Municipal Band and your host\, Elkhart radio legend Allen Strike\, as we kick off Elkhart Municipal Band’s 89th season with The North Pole Radio Hour! Director Scott Spradling leads the band in his second year for a joyful journey down a festive holiday hallway!\n \nThe Elkhart Municipal Band will also be collecting food for our annual community food drive by accepting your non-perishable goods.\n \nThat’s not all! You love it\, we love it: TUBA CHRISTMAS RETURNS! All Tuba players are welcome!\n \nFollow Elkhart Municipal Band on Facebook for more details as we approach the concert. As always\, Elkhart Municipal Band performances are free and family friendly. \n \nDon’t miss this annual holiday tradition. We hope to see you there!\n\n \n\n\n\nThis is a free event. No tickets are required for entry. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/elkhart-municipal-band-presents-the-north-pole-radio-hour-2026/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Free Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/EMB-North-Pole-Radio-Hour-1920x1080-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Elkhart Municipal Band":MAILTO:ElkMunBand@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261211T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261211T193000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234857 CREATED:20260302T201050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T220405Z UID:10000352-1797017400-1797017400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Premier Arts: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat DESCRIPTION:“Sha la la\, Joseph\, you’re doing fine! You and your dreamcoat\, ahead of your time!” One of the most enduring shows of all time\, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a reimagining of the Biblical story of Joseph\, his father Jacob\, eleven brothers and the coat of many colors.\n\nTold entirely through song with the help of a main character Narrator\, the musical follows preferred son Joseph. After being sold into slavery by his brothers\, he ingratiates himself with Egyptian noble Potiphar\, but ends up in jail after refusing the amorous advances of Potiphar’s wife. While imprisoned\, Joseph discovers his ability to interpret dreams\, and he soon finds himself in front of the mighty but troubled\, Elvis-inspired\, Pharaoh. Joseph’s solution to Egypt’s famine elevates him to Pharaoh’s right-hand man and reunites him with his family.\n \n GET TICKETS - FRIDAY\n \n GET TICKETS - SATURDAY\n \n GET TICKETS - SUNDAY\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages URL:https://thelerner.com/event/premier-arts-joseph-and-the-amazing-technicolor-dreamcoat-2026-12-11/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Just Announced,Musical,Premier Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/joseph1920x1080-main-stage-reduced.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261212T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261212T140000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234857 CREATED:20251017T183155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T171354Z UID:10000355-1797084000-1797084000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Premier Arts: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat - All Youth Production DESCRIPTION:“Sha la la\, Joseph\, you’re doing fine! You and your dreamcoat\, ahead of your time!” One of the most enduring shows of all time\, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a reimagining of the Biblical story of Joseph\, his father Jacob\, eleven brothers and the coat of many colors.\n \nTold entirely through song with the help of a main character Narrator\, the musical follows preferred son Joseph. After being sold into slavery by his brothers\, he ingratiates himself with Egyptian noble Potiphar\, but ends up in jail after refusing the amorous advances of Potiphar’s wife. While imprisoned\, Joseph discovers his ability to interpret dreams\, and he soon finds himself in front of the mighty but troubled\, Elvis-inspired\, Pharaoh. Joseph’s solution to Egypt’s famine elevates him to Pharaoh’s right-hand man and reunites him with his family.\n\n \n \n GET TICKETS\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages URL:https://thelerner.com/event/premier-arts-joseph-and-the-amazing-technicolor-dreamcoat-all-youth-production/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Just Announced,Musical,Premier Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/joseph1920x1080-youth-reduced.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261212T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261212T193000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234857 CREATED:20260302T202405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T220559Z UID:10000433-1797103800-1797103800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Premier Arts: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat DESCRIPTION:“Sha la la\, Joseph\, you’re doing fine! You and your dreamcoat\, ahead of your time!” One of the most enduring shows of all time\, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a reimagining of the Biblical story of Joseph\, his father Jacob\, eleven brothers and the coat of many colors.\n\nTold entirely through song with the help of a main character Narrator\, the musical follows preferred son Joseph. After being sold into slavery by his brothers\, he ingratiates himself with Egyptian noble Potiphar\, but ends up in jail after refusing the amorous advances of Potiphar’s wife. While imprisoned\, Joseph discovers his ability to interpret dreams\, and he soon finds himself in front of the mighty but troubled\, Elvis-inspired\, Pharaoh. Joseph’s solution to Egypt’s famine elevates him to Pharaoh’s right-hand man and reunites him with his family.\n \n GET TICKETS - FRIDAY\n \n GET TICKETS - SATURDAY\n \n GET TICKETS - SUNDAY\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages URL:https://thelerner.com/event/premier-arts-joseph-and-the-amazing-technicolor-dreamcoat-2026-12-12/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Just Announced,Musical,Premier Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/joseph1920x1080-main-stage-reduced.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261213T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261213T140000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234857 CREATED:20260302T202657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T220709Z UID:10000434-1797170400-1797170400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Premier Arts: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat DESCRIPTION:“Sha la la\, Joseph\, you’re doing fine! You and your dreamcoat\, ahead of your time!” One of the most enduring shows of all time\, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a reimagining of the Biblical story of Joseph\, his father Jacob\, eleven brothers and the coat of many colors.\n\nTold entirely through song with the help of a main character Narrator\, the musical follows preferred son Joseph. After being sold into slavery by his brothers\, he ingratiates himself with Egyptian noble Potiphar\, but ends up in jail after refusing the amorous advances of Potiphar’s wife. While imprisoned\, Joseph discovers his ability to interpret dreams\, and he soon finds himself in front of the mighty but troubled\, Elvis-inspired\, Pharaoh. Joseph’s solution to Egypt’s famine elevates him to Pharaoh’s right-hand man and reunites him with his family.\n \n GET TICKETS - FRIDAY\n \n GET TICKETS - SATURDAY\n \n GET TICKETS - SUNDAY\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages URL:https://thelerner.com/event/premier-arts-joseph-and-the-amazing-technicolor-dreamcoat-2026-12-13/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Just Announced,Musical,Premier Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/joseph1920x1080-main-stage-reduced.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261216T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261216T120000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234857 CREATED:20260128T214639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T194728Z UID:10000389-1797418800-1797422400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Lunchtime Live with Celia Weiss – Kimball Organ Concert DESCRIPTION:The Lerner is pleased to welcome an Elkhart favorite\, Celia Weiss\, back on The Lerner’s 1924 Kimball Organ in this free community series. \nCelia Weiss is one of few musical artists who hold the enviable record of having served as a soloist on two different musical instruments. A pianist and organist well known to local audiences\, the artist has appeared on numerous occasions with the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra\, the South Bend Symphony Orchestra\, the IUSB Philharmonic\, the Manchester University Symphony Orchestra\, and in recitals throughout the area. \nMrs. Weiss is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Music at IUSB for the Raclin School of the Arts where she teaches organ. She is a past recipient of the IUSB Merit Status and Outstanding Alumni Awards. She holds a B.M.E from Manchester College and a M.M. in Piano from Indiana University. An educator as well as a performer\, she has taught music in the Elkhart and Goshen Community Schools and piano at Goshen College. Since 1975 she has held the position of Director of Music and Organist for the First Presbyterian Church in Elkhart. She is a frequent accompanist for the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra and performs several piano and organ concerts for the Lerner Theatre’s “Lunchtime Live!” each year. \nThe 1924 Kimball pipe organ located in Elkhart\, Indiana’s Lerner Theatre is one of only two Kimball pipe organs currently installed in its original location. The organ was restored following the 2011 renovation of the theatre which opened on Thanksgiving Day\, 1924. After the restoration\, a crew of nearly 20 from Bunn-Minnick Pipe Organs of Columbus\, Ohio\, spent three weeks hoisting equipment and filling the two pipe chambers with more than 1\,000 pipes. The project absorbed nearly 10\,000 man-hours for the crew over a year. \n \n \n \n \n \n BEHIND THE CURTAIN: A GUIDED THEATRE TOUR\nFollowing each Lunchtime Live Kimball Organ Concert\, audiences are invited to step behind the curtain and experience the Lerner Theatre in a whole new way with Behind the Curtain: A Guided Theatre Tour. \nHeld immediately after the concert\, these guided tours offer a fascinating look at the theatre’s rich history\, stunning architecture\, and behind-the-scenes spaces that bring the Lerner’s magic to life. Tours are $10 per person\, with tickets available in advance or at the Lerner Theatre Box Office on the day of the tour. No reservations are required. \nProceeds from guided tours directly benefit the Lerner Theatre Volunteer Group.Access to certain areas of the theatre is subject to change due to event schedules. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/lunchtime-live-with-celia-weiss-kimball-organ-concert-2026/2026-12-16/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event,Just Announced,Kimball Organ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Lunchtime-Live-2026-1920x1080-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261216T121500 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261216T121500 DTSTAMP:20261017T234857 CREATED:20260128T220029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T151505Z UID:10000454-1797423300-1797423300@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Behind the Curtain: A Guided Theatre Tour DESCRIPTION:Following each Lunchtime Live Kimball Organ Concert\, audiences are invited to step behind the curtain and experience the Lerner Theatre in a whole new way with Behind the Curtain: A Guided Theatre Tour. \nHeld immediately after the concert\, these guided tours offer a fascinating look at the theatre’s rich history\, stunning architecture\, and behind-the-scenes spaces that bring the Lerner’s magic to life. Tours are $10 per person\, with tickets available in advance or at the Lerner Theatre Box Office on the day of the tour. No reservations are required. \nProceeds from guided tours directly benefit the Lerner Theatre Volunteer Group.Access to certain areas of the theatre is subject to change due to event schedules. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/behind-the-curtain-a-guided-theatre-tour/2026-12-16/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Just Announced,Tour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Theatre-Tour-2026-1920x1080-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261220T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261220T150000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234857 CREATED:20260114T201112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T145726Z UID:10000381-1797778800-1797778800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:The Lerner Loves You: Miracle on 34th Street DESCRIPTION:The Lerner Theatre is proud to announce the return of The Lerner Loves You\, a free community movie series created as a heartfelt thank-you to the people of Elkhart and surrounding communities. Made possible by the Elkhart County CVB\, the series invites audiences to gather once again inside the iconic downtown venue for shared moments of cinema\, connection\, and joy. \nJoin us for “Miracle on 34th Street”! An old man hired by Macy’s to be the store Santa claims to be the real Santa Claus. Edmund Gwenn’s touching portrayal of Santa won him an Oscar. \n \n \n \n \n \n Run Time: 94 minutes \nCast: Edmund Gwenn\, Maureen O’Hara\, John Payne\, Natalie Wood \nReleased: 1947 \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Lerner Loves You Series: \nThe historic Lerner Theatre\, a beloved centerpiece and cultural treasure of Downtown Elkhart\, is proud to announce the return of The Lerner Loves You\, a free community movie series created as a heartfelt thank-you to the people of Elkhart and surrounding communities. Made possible by the Elkhart County CVB\, the series invites audiences to gather once again inside the iconic downtown venue for shared moments of cinema\, connection\, and joy. \nBuilding on the success of its inaugural run\, The Lerner Loves You continues The Lerner Theatre’s long tradition as a gathering place for moviegoers—dating back to its early days as “The ELCO.” This special series features a thoughtfully curated selection of beloved films from across generations\, celebrating storytelling\, culture\, and the magic of seeing movies together on the big screen. \nThe series will take place monthly on select Sunday afternoons at 3:00 pm\, February until May and then continuing from October until December\, offering audiences the chance to enjoy films on the Lerner’s grand screen free of charge. Each film will be shown in the Lerner Theatre’s auditorium\, inviting guests to experience the magic of cinema in a setting like no other. Seating is first-come\, first-served. \n \n \n \n \n \n SPONSORED BY THE ELKHART COUNTY CVB URL:https://thelerner.com/event/the-lerner-loves-you-miracle-on-34th-street/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event,Just Announced,Movie ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Lerner-Loves-You-Miracle-on-34-Street-1920x1080-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20270205T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20270205T190000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234857 CREATED:20260826T160616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T203330Z UID:10000516-1801854000-1801854000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Friends of The Lerner presents: Catapult - Magic Shadows DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages\n \n \n \n \n \n \nCatapult is\, technically\, a shadow dance company. What it really is: a theatrical art form that is an amazingly imaginative combination of dance\, story-telling\, and sculpture. Founded in 2009\, by Adam Battlestein (choreographer\, Creative Director and Master Teaching Artist for Pilobolus Dance Theatre for 19 years)\, Catapult catapulted to fame on Season 8 of America’s Got Talent\, earning their way to the finals of the NBC-TV hit show. \nCatapult is all about the human body and its ability to transform. The talented Catapult dancers work behind a screen to create seemingly impossible dancing shadow silhouettes of shapes from the world around us. You won’t believe your eyes as you watch these incredible dancers become a mountain\, a full size elephant\, a helicopter\, a house with a window and people inside the window. You will never figure out how they do it\, and you won’t know what they will make next – you will be surprised and delighted again and again. Audiences of all ages love what appear to be effortless transformations and applaud over and over as more and more unbelievable images appear. \nCatapult’s “Magic Shadows” show is packed with hundreds of shape transformations\, and it is full of humor\, emotion\, and fully realized stories engagingly told through music and shadows.  With the arc of an arm\, the point of a toe or the twist of a torso\, Catapult’s dancers stretch their bodies\, and your imaginations\, telling stories with humor and pathos by transforming magically from one shape to another. See Vivaldi’s Four Seasons spring to life\, be amazed as you watch their bodies transform into a mountain\, an elephant\, a dragon even a helicopter\, and travel the world from Paris to Beijing in under 10 minutes! Animated by the dancers’ shadows\, every cinematic scene in Magic Shadows is a kaleidoscope of colorful storytelling that will awe and astound you. A great show for the whole family – full of laughs\, emotions and miraculous transformations.  You will leave this show dazed and happy\, and you will never look at your own shadow the same way again! \n\n \n Get Tickets\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages URL:https://thelerner.com/event/catapult-magic-shadows/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Dance,Featured,Friends of the Lerner,Show,Theatrical Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Catapult-Magic-Shadows-1920x1080-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20270214T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20270214T160000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234857 CREATED:20260720T153401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T202218Z UID:10000508-1802620800-1802620800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Elkhart County Symphony - Verdi Requiem DESCRIPTION:Get Elkhart County Symphony Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \nVerdi Requiem – Feb. 14\, 2027Sauder Concert Hall\, Goshen College Music Center\nThe emotional and artistic centerpiece of Season 79 arrives in February with Verdi’s monumental Messa da Requiem\, one of the most powerful choral-orchestral works ever written. \nThis annual Sauder Concert Hall performance\, presenting collaborations with the Camerata Singers and Goshen College Choirs\, continues one of the Symphony’s most cherished traditions while elevating the scale and ambition to extraordinary heights. \nComparable in emotional scope and significance to monumental works such as Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony\, Mahler’s Resurrection Symphony\, and Mozart’s Requiem\, Verdi’s masterpiece combines operatic intensity with spiritual gravity in a work that remains among the most overwhelming live experiences in classical music. \nThe performance will feature soloists Jenny Ribeiro and Goshen College faculty members Roz Woll and Scott Hochstetler. The Camerata Singers will additionally be featured as an ensemble—performing their own work—with the support of the Symphony\, further highlighting the collaborative spirit at the heart of the evening. \nWith its thunderous drama\, immense vocal demands\, and deeply human emotional range\, Verdi Requiem stands as one of the defining artistic statements of the season—and one of the largest productions the Symphony has undertaken in recent years. \nAs audiences know well\, the Symphony’s annual Goshen College performances at Sauder Concert Hall frequently sell out well in advance! \nRepertoire Highlights\n\nVerdi — Messa da Requiem\nAdditional selections featuring the Camerata Singers\n\nIndividual tickets for Elkhart County Symphony – Verdi Requiem will be sold through the Goshen College Box Office and are available January 1st at 9:00 a.m. All other Elkhart County Symphony tickets will be sold through The Lerner Theatre Box Office and Ticketmaster.com.  \n\n \n Get Elkhart County Symphony Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/elkhart-county-symphony-verdi-requiem/ LOCATION:Sauder Concert Hall\, 1700 S Main St\, Goshen\, IN\, 46526\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Elkhart County Symphony ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/ES26_Verdi-Requiem-FB-Event-Header-1920x1005-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Elkhart County Symphony":MAILTO:elkhartsymphony@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20270220T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20270220T193000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234857 CREATED:20260723T202241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T171209Z UID:10000512-1803151800-1803151800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Coppélia at The Lerner Theatre DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages\n \n \n \n \n \n Step into a world of laughter\, love\, and imagination with Coppélia\, one of ballet’s most delightful and family-friendly classics. \nFilled with playful comedy\, enchanting choreography\, and colorful characters\, Coppélia tells the charming story of Swanhilda\, a spirited young woman determined to uncover the mystery behind the beautiful girl who never seems to move or speak. What follows is a whimsical adventure filled with mistaken identities\, surprises\, and plenty of heart. \nPerformed by the talented dancers of Aurinko Ballet this joyful production showcases the passion and artistry of dancers from our community while bringing a timeless ballet to life for audiences of all ages. \nJoin us at The Lerner Theatre for an evening of beautiful dancing\, delightful storytelling\, and timeless entertainment the whole family will enjoy. \n \n Get Tickets\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages URL:https://thelerner.com/event/coppelia-at-the-lerner-theatre-2026/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Dance,Just Announced ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Coppelia-1920-x-1080.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20270307T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20270307T150000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234857 CREATED:20260924T143505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T183106Z UID:10000526-1804431600-1804431600@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Elkhart Municipal Band presents: E Pluribus Unum DESCRIPTION:E pluribus unum; out of many\, one. The Elkhart Municipal Band salutes the colorful tapestry of our community and the talents of our members\, celebrating our strengths that collectively bring us together and unite us as one. This performance will feature one of our talented trumpets\, Fred Powell\, who will perform Philip Sparke’s Song and Dance for Trumpet. Additionally the band will be performing Mark Camphouse’s “A Movement for Rosa”\, which pays tribute to Rosa Parks who famously refused to move to the back of the bus. Rosa Parks is considered to be the “mother of the civil rights movement”.\n \nFollow Elkhart Municipal Band on Facebook and Instagram for more details. The concert begins at 3:00 PM in the Lerner Theatre. Admission is always free!\n\n\n\nThis is a free event. No tickets are required for entry. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/elkhart-municipal-band-presents-e-pluribus-unum/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Free Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/EMB-pluribus-1920x1080-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Elkhart Municipal Band":MAILTO:ElkMunBand@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20270314T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20270314T160000 DTSTAMP:20261017T234857 CREATED:20260720T162158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T171558Z UID:10000509-1805040000-1805040000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Elkhart County Symphony - Cinematic Symphony DESCRIPTION:Get Elkhart County Symphony Tickets\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages\n \n \n \n \n \n \nCinematic Symphony – March 14\, 2027\nFor years\, the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra has dreamed of creating a concert experience that fully immerses audiences in the magic of film music. In Season 79\, that vision finally arrives. \nCinematic Symphony transforms The Lerner Theatre into a celebration of some of the most beloved movie music ever written\, pairing iconic orchestral scores with visual elements designed to strengthen the emotional connection between music and the cinematic stories audiences know and love. \nFeaturing music from Jurassic Park\, Harry Potter\, Pirates of the Caribbean\, Raiders of the Lost Ark\, and more\, the concert embraces the thrill\, adventure\, wonder\, and nostalgia that film music uniquely delivers. \nThe evening will be led by acclaimed guest conductor Michael Stern\, internationally recognized for his dynamic programming and longstanding leadership with the Kansas City Symphony and orchestras throughout the United States and Europe. \nThe concert will also feature the winner of the recently revived Youth Concerto Competition\, continuing the Symphony’s commitment to developing young artists and providing transformative performance opportunities for emerging musicians. \nEnergetic\, family-friendly\, and visually engaging\, Cinematic Symphony offers one of the season’s most accessible and uplifting evenings of music-making. \nRepertoire Highlights\n\nJurassic Park\nMozart — Symphony No. 25 (Amadeus)\nHarry Potter Symphonic Suite\nWilliams — 49th Parallel Prelude\nPirates of the Caribbean\nRaiders March\n\n\n \n Get Elkhart County Symphony Tickets\n \n Ticket & Hotel Packages URL:https://thelerner.com/event/elkhart-county-symphony-cinematic-symphony/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Elkhart County Symphony ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/ES26_Cinematic-Symphony-FB-Event-Header-1920x1005-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Elkhart County Symphony":MAILTO:elkhartsymphony@gmail.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR