BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Lerner Theatre - ECPv6.8.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251017T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260201T173000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20251017T190718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T150614Z UID:10000356-1760688000-1769967000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Premier Arts - 2026 Season Tickets DESCRIPTION:In the event of unforeseen circumstances causing the change of dates\, titles\, locations\, or seating arrangements\, no refunds will be issued. \nSEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL | MARCH 13th\, 14th & 15thThe Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton\, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust that contains the Whos\, including Jojo\, a Who child sent off to military school for thinking too many “thinks.” Horton faces a double challenge: not only must he protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers\, but he must guard an abandoned egg\, left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule\, danger\, kidnapping and a trial\, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately\, the powers of friendship\, loyalty\, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant. \nDISNEY’S FROZEN THE MUSICAL | MAY 1st\, 2nd & 3rdALL YOUTH PRODUCTION | MAY 2nd – 2pmFor the first time in forever\, experience the musical phenomenon that has taken the world by storm! Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film\, Disney’s Frozen includes all the film’s beloved songs by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez\, along with new music written exclusively for the stage. Full of magic\, humor\, and a stunning musical score\, Frozen is a powerful tale of sisterhood\, acceptance\, and finding the real meaning of true love. \nGUY’S AND DOLLS | JULY 17th\, 18th\, & 19thALL YOUTH PRODUCTION | JULY 18th – 2pmSet in Damon Runyon’s mythical New York City\, Guys and Dolls is an oddball romantic comedy. Gambler\, Nathan Detroit\, tries to find the cash to set up the biggest craps game in town while the authorities breathe down his neck; meanwhile\, his girlfriend and nightclub performer\, Adelaide\, laments that they’ve been engaged for fourteen years. Nathan turns to fellow gambler\, Sky Masterson\, for the dough\, and Sky ends up chasing the strait-laced missionary\, Sarah Brown\, as a result. Guys and Dolls takes us from the heart of Times Square to the cafes of Havana\, Cuba\, and even into the sewers of New York City\, but eventually everyone ends up right where they belong. \nSISTER ACT | OCT. 16th\, 17th & 18thALL YOUTH PRODUCTION | OCT. 17th – 2pmWhen 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. \nJOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT | DEC. 11th\, 12th & 13thALL YOUTH PRODUCTION | DEC. 12th – 2pm“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. \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 \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-2026-season/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Just Announced,Musical,Premier Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PA-Season-Tickets-NEW-PURCHASE.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251124T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260330T170000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20251124T214733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T212305Z UID:10000364-1763978400-1774890000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Elkhart County Symphony 2025-2026 - 3 Show Package DESCRIPTION:The Elkhart County Symphony’s landmark 78th season begins September 7 with “Classics at the Woodland” at the City of Elkhart’s Wellfield Botanic Gardens. The five-concert 2025-26 season presents three additional performances at The Lerner Theatre\, as well as the Symphony’s annual performance at Sauder Concert Hall at the Goshen College Music Center. Season 78 of the Elkhart County Symphony features talented guest soloists\, dynamic community collaborations\, and a groundbreaking\, unforgettable holiday collaboration with the one and only GIRL NAMED TOM to celebrate The Lerner’s 100th Anniversary!\n  \nNorthern Expressions – February 15thOn Feb. 15\, 2026\, the Symphony presents “Northern Expressions” at Sauder Concert Hall on the campus of Goshen College. The concert features guest soloist Aleck Belcher on bass and includes performances of Koussevitzky’s Double Bass Concerto and Symphony No. 2 in D major\, Op. 43 by Sibelius. \nEchoes of Fate – March 29th“Echoes of Fate\,” March 29\, 2026 at The Lerner Theatre\, features guest soloist Michail Thompson\, assistant principal trumpet with the National Symphony Orchestra in Washington D.C.\, and presents a side-by-side collaboration between the Elkhart County Symphony and the Concord High School Symphony Orchestra. Additionally\, the Symphony performs Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4 in F minor\, Op 36. \nExhale & Celebrate – May 17thThe Elkhart County Symphony closes out the 2025-26 season with “Exhale & Celebrate\,” featuring guest soloist Caitlin Edwards. Edwards\, a classically trained violinist inspired by gospel\, jazz\, hip-hop\, and neo-soul\, performs music from her album Exhale\, and the Symphony performs Rimsky-Korsakov’s Capriccio Espagnol. \n \n \n \n \n \n \nTickets are available atThe Lerner Theatre Box Officeor over the phone at 574-293-4469 \n\n \n Elkhart County Symphony 2025-2026 Season Events URL:https://thelerner.com/event/elkhart-county-symphony-2025-2026-3-show-package/ 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/2025/11/Season-1123x572-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Elkhart County Symphony":MAILTO:elkhartsymphony@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260110T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260110T190000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20251027T194446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T194139Z UID:10000359-1768071600-1768071600@thelerner.com SUMMARY:An Evening with Rakim DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \nRakimRakim is often named as the greatest rapper of all time due to his lasting impact on lyrical techniques. Before The God MC hit the scene\, rappers delivered their rhymes with a sing-song\, elementary cadence. The Long Island-born MC revolutionized the culture by introducing a multi-syllabic rhyming structure that was more complex and poetic. \nRakim transformed the “flow” of rapping with more intricate rhyme schemes\, which have been compared to jazz saxophone improvisation. \nWilliam Michael Griffin Jr.\, known professionally as Rakim\, is an American rapper and one half of the golden age hip-hop duo Eric B. & Rakim. Born on January 28\, 1968\, in Wyandanch\, New York\, he is widely regarded as one of the most influential and skilled MCs in the history of hip-hop. \nRakim’s career took off in the mid-1980s when he teamed up with DJ Eric B. to form the duo Eric B. & Rakim. Their debut album\, “Paid in Full\,” released in 1987\, was a game-changer in the hip-hop scene\, known for its innovative production and Rakim’s complex\, introspective lyrics. The duo released several more albums\, including “Follow the Leader” and “Let the Rhythm Hit ‘Em\,” further solidifying their place in hip-hop history. Rakim’s solo career also flourished with albums like “The 18th Letter\,” showcasing his enduring talent and influence. \nRakim’s legacy in the hip-hop genre is profound. He transformed the way rap lyrics were crafted\, moving them towards more intricate and sophisticated narratives. His influence can be seen in the work of numerous artists who followed\, including Nas\, Eminem\, and Jay-Z. Rakim’s contributions helped pave the way for hip-hop to evolve into a respected and powerful cultural force worldwide. \n\nInducted into the Long Island Music Hall of Fame in 2007\, recognizing his musical contributions.\nRanked #4 on MTV’s list of the “Greatest MCs of All Time\,” highlighting his lyrical prowess.\nEric B. & Rakim’s album “Paid in Full” frequently cited as one of the greatest hip-hop albums ever.\n\nInfluenced countless artists with his complex rhyme schemes and laid-back delivery \nDO OR DIEDo or Die is a American rap group from the east Garfield Park Neighborhood of the west side of Chicago consisting of the artist Nard\, Belo and AK-47. The group gain main stream success with the platinum selling single Po Pimp in 1996 peaking at #22 on the Billboard Charts.  Released on an up and coming independent Chicago label\, Creator’s Way Records\, the track became a local hit and sparked the group’s signing by Houston’s Rap A Lot Records. Given a wide release in the summer of 1996\, the single hit number 22\, increasing the buzz for a full-length album from the group. In September of that Picture This  was released on Rap-A-Lot. The album was certified Gold and has since reached certified Platinum\, and launched the group\, as well as fellow Chicago rapper Twista. \nJT MoneyJeffrey Jermaine Thompkins (born September 14\, 1972)\, better known by his stage name JT Money\, is an American rapper from Miami Florida\, He is the lead member of hip hop group Poison Clan\, and was a protégé of fellow Miami native Luther Luke Cambell and sign to Luke Records in 1990. His debut studio album\, Pimpin on Wax (1999)\, spawned the single Who Dat featuring Sole  which peaked at number five on the Billboard Charts. Thompkins was discovered by Luke Skywalker of the 2 Live Crew in a Miami talent show. Skyywalker signed JT Money and Debonaire as the group Poison Clan to his Luke RecordsIn 1990 JT Money and Debonaire released their first album as a group\, 2 Low Life Muthas. After this Debonaire left Poison Clan to join another group\, Home Team\, with his brother\, Drugzie also from the Poison Clan. This left JT Money as the main lyrical driving force of the group\, which also featured members Madball\, Uzi\, Big Ram\, and associates Shorty-T and Trigga. \nThe second Poison Clan album\, 1992’s Poisonous Mentality\, featured the hit “Shake What Ya Mama Gave Ya”\, which was listed by XXL Magazine as one of the top 250 hip-hop songs of the 1990s. JT Money released two more albums under the Poison Clan name: Ruff Town Behavior in 1993 and Straight Zooism in 1995. Some other well known Poison Clan songs include “Action”\, “Bad Influence”\, “Dance All Night”\, “Fire Up This Funk”\, “The Girl That I Hate”\, and “Don’t Sleep On A Hizzo”. \nIn 1999 JT Money dropped the Poison Clan name for the album Pimpin On Wax  now just recording under his own stage name. This album achieved mainstream commercial success with the major hit single Who Dat. The song reached number 5 on the Hot Billboard Charts   and won Top Rap Single at the 1999 Billboard Awards. After this JT Money continued his solo career\, releasing three more albums to date\, none of which matched the commercial success of his solo debut. \nMr. Serv OnCorey Smith (born September 18\, 1969)\, better known by his stage name Mr. Serv-On\, is an American rapper from New Orleans Louisiana. Mr. Serv-On is best known for his time spent with No Limit Records from 1990 to 2000. \nA high school friend of Master P Mr. Serv-On was one of the first rapper to sign to No Limit Records irst appearing on albums by Master P TRU. On August 12\, 1997\, Mr Serv-On’s debut studio album Life Insurance was released. Life Insurance met with commercial and critical success\, peaking at number 23 on the US charts and number 5 on the R&B charts; in 2013\, it was ranked 20th on a list of the top 25 No Limit releases. \nOn February 16\, 1999\, Mr. Serv-On would release his second studio album Da Next Level it would be released to a bigger commercial success\, making it to number 1 on the R&B charts selling 297\,000 copies in its first week. Part of the reason he gained more mainstream attention is because of his featuring of the rapper Big Pun on his album. The guest verse from Pun on the first single from the album titled “From N.Y. To N.O.” was ranked on a list of his best guest verses. On December 29\, 1999\, the album had sold 973\,000 copies in the U.S. being certified platinum by the RIAA. n 2000\, Mr. Serv-On left No Limit and launched his own independent label\, Lifetime Entertainment. \nTelaWinston Rogers III\, professionally known by his stage name Tela\, is a American rapper from Memphis Ten\, best known for the single Sho Nuff Early in his career\, he was associated with 8 Ball & MJG and sign to the label Suve House where he release his album Piece of Mind he later went on to sign wit Rap A lot Record \n\n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/an-evening-with-rakim/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Just Announced ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/an-evening-with-rakim-1920x1080-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260117T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260117T193000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20251009T150419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T164752Z UID:10000330-1768678200-1768678200@thelerner.com SUMMARY:CANCELED: Moxie Events presents: The Magic of Motown DESCRIPTION:Canceled: The Magic of Motown at The Lerner Theatre\nDue to unforeseen circumstances\, The Magic of Motown performance on Saturday\, January 17\, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. has been canceled. The Lerner Theatre apologizes for the inconvenience and remains committed to delivering exceptional events that bring the community of Elkhart together. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nRefund Information:All ticket holders for this event will receive a full refund. If purchase was made via credit card\, please allow 3-5 business days after receipt of refund confirmation for your refund to be received. *Please note: refunds via credit card will go back to the original card used when making the purchase. If a purchase was made via cash\, check\, or gift certificate\, a check from The City of Elkhart will be issued and mailed to your address on file. Checks issued from The City will take approximately 6-8 weeks to arrive in the mail. If any of your information has changed since the date of purchase\, please contact The Lerner Theatre Box Office at 574-293-4469\, or via email at info@thelerner.com. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nThis high energy homage to the legends of Motown will transport you back in time as you visit the very best of “Hitsville\, USA!” The show features a cast of 15 powerhouse vocalists who embody everyone from Diana Ross & The Supremes to Marvin Gaye & The Jackson Five! The show has received rave reviews and sold out theaters throughout its highly acclaimed tour. A highlight of the show includes an extensive set of all your favorite “Temptations” choreography and songs. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/moxie-events-presents-the-magic-of-motown/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Just Announced ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Magic-of-Motown-canceled-1920x1080-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260124T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260124T100000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20260109T191021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T165003Z UID:10000372-1769248800-1769248800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Tutu School Presents: Starry Starry Night - Bravo Bash DESCRIPTION:A whimsical and family friendly performance featuring students from Tutu School Elkhart and Granger! It’s the tutu cute performance of the year! \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/tutu-school-presents-starry-starry-night-bravo-bash/ 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/2026/01/bravo-bash-2026-1920x1080-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Tutu School Elkhart":MAILTO:twirl@tutuschoolelkhart.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260207T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260207T190000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20251117T141939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T202523Z UID:10000363-1770490800-1770490800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Hometown Jams: Lee Brice (Acoustic) DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \nWith three consecutive No. 1 singles in 2012\, Lee Brice quickly moved beyond the label of country’s “next big thing.” His second album\, Hard 2 Love\, proved anything but difficult to embrace\, delivering crowd-pleasing hits like “Parking Lot Party” and “A Woman Like You\,” and securing a No. 2 debut on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart. \nA South Carolina native\, Brice embodies a classic all-American path. Before rising to fame\, he sang in his family’s church\, earned a football scholarship to college\, and wrote songs for icons such as Garth Brooks and Tim McGraw. The title track from his 2010 debut\, Love Like Crazy\, set a record for the longest run on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart. \nDuring his 2013 Otherside Tour\, Brice won over audiences nationwide with his easygoing charm and heartfelt\, personal performances. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n With Special Guest: Lewis Brice\n A seasoned singer/songwriter whose sonic palette is colored by his love for country\, Southern rock and R&B\, Brice currently finds his music evolving as his rowdy single guy days give way to the joys of marriage and new fatherhood. With the enthusiastic response to such new songs as “She Loves My Country” and “NASCAR Fast\,” it is readily apparent his audience loves being along for the ride. Authenticity is more than a catch phrase thrown around in Music Row conference rooms\, it’s a potent quality that separates true artists from talented hopefuls. Authenticity is the foundation of everything Lewis Brice does. It’s as much as part of his artistry as his riveting on stage swagger and the heart and soul he pours into every breath of his songwriting. It continues to define the music percolating throughout this new season of life.\n \n \n \n \n \n \nThis event has been designated as a no weapons event with exception for law enforcement. Please plan to arrive a little early as additional security screening will be required before entering the theatre. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/lee-brice-acoustic-2026/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Featured,Just Announced ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/lee-brice-and-lewis-brice-1920x1080-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260215T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260215T160000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20250707T150433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T175803Z UID:10000315-1771171200-1771171200@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Elkhart County Symphony - Northern Expressions DESCRIPTION:Goshen College Comes Alive with “Northern Expressions” \nOur annual concert at Sauder Concert Hall at the Goshen College Music Center features acclaimed guest soloist Aleck Belcher on bass and presents a challenging and dynamic orchestral repertoire\, including Koussevitzky’s Double Bass Concerto \n“Northern Expressions\,” Feb. 15\, 2026 on the campus of Goshen College\, marks the Elkhart County Symphony’s annual concert at Sauder Concert Hall at the Goshen College Music Center\, and—featuring guest soloist Aleck Belcher on bass—presents performances of Koussevitzky’s Double Bass Concerto\, Symphony No. 2 in D major\, Op. 43 (Sibelius)\, and additional works to be determined. \nOriginally from Carmel\, Indiana\, Mr. Belcher is the principal bassist of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra\, which he joined at the age of 19\, and has also performed with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra\, the Philadelphia Orchestra\, and the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra. At age 11\, Mr. Belcher began bass lessons\, and at the age of 16\, he enrolled at Indiana University under full scholarship to study with Kurt Muroki. After graduating from IU and joining the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra\, Mr. Belcher was appointed Associate Principal Bass by music director Stéphane Denève in the fall of 2019. Between his freshman and junior years of high school\, Mr. Belcher was a student of our Conn-Selmer Endowed Musical Director\, Dr. Soo Han! \nA dynamic\, challenging\, and inspiring orchestral repertoire! \nThe Symphony No. 2 in D major\, Op. 43\, is an expansive and powerful four-movement work for orchestra written between 1901 and 1902 by Finnish composer Jean Sibelius. Sibelius began writing the symphony in Rapallo\, Italy\, after the well-received premiere of his acclaimed symphonic poem\, Finlandia. Critics were divided following the symphony’s March 1902 premiere—performed by the Helsinki Orchestral Society\, with Sibelius conducting—but the public expressed overall admiration for the piece\, written during a period marked by Russian sanctions on Finnish language and culture. \nPenned the Symphony of Independence\, the vast and romantic Symphony No. 2 in D major\, Op. 43 was thought by many to represent the struggle for Finland’s independence. While some claim Sibelius did not directly intend any specific patriotic message\, others largely identified the work as a nationalist composition written with an independent Finland in mind. \nDouble Bass Concerto is a three-movement work composed by Serge Koussevitzky in 1902. Koussevitzky wrote this popular piece at a time of slim repertoire for the double bass\, as it was at that time considered to be an ensemble-only instrument. The concerto\, which the composer debuted in February 1905 with the Moscow Symphony Orchestra\, presents an array of technical challenges on the double bass\, including triplet and sixteenth passages with ambiguous\, cryptic bowings and double stops. \nPerhaps most widely known for his long tenure as music director of the Boston Symphony Orchestra\, Koussevitzky’s 1924 appointment as conductor of the BSO led to a golden era for the ensemble that continued until his tenure ended in 1949. The composer played a leading role in developing the BSO’s renowned summer concert and educational programs at Tanglewood\, where the 5\,700-seat main performance venue still bears his name. Koussevitzky’s students and protégés included the likes of Leonard Bernstein\, Eleazar de Carvalho\, Samuel Adler\, and Sarah Caldwell. Bernstein\, in fact\, once received a pair of cufflinks from Koussevitzky as a gift\, and it is said that he wore them at every concert he conducted. \n\nIndividual tickets for Elkhart County Symphony – Northern Expressions will be sold through the Goshen College Box Office starting on January 5th\, 2026. All other Elkhart County Symphony tickets will be sold through The Lerner Theatre Box Office and Ticketmaster.com.  \n \n Get Elkhart County Symphony Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/elkhart-county-symphony-northern-expressions/ 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/2025/07/Northern-Exp-1920x1080-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Elkhart County Symphony":MAILTO:elkhartsymphony@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260221T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260221T130000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20260112T184532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T184702Z UID:10000375-1771678800-1771678800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Aurinko Ballet: Cinderella Tea Party DESCRIPTION:The Cinderella Tea Party VIP experience at the Lerner Theatre in Elkhart\, IN\, promises a magical afternoon on Saturday\, February 21st. Starting at 1:00 PM\, this exclusive event offers guests the opportunity to indulge in a delightful tea party before immersing themselves in the enchanting world of the Cinderella Ballet. \nEach guest\, including chaperones\, will need a separate tea party ticket\, ensuring everyone can fully enjoy the charming atmosphere and festive refreshments. As a special bonus\, attendees will receive complimentary tickets to the 3:00 PM performance of the Cinderella Ballet. \n \n Get Cinderella Tea Party Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn More: Cinderella Ballet URL:https://thelerner.com/event/aurinko-ballet-cinderella-tea-party/ 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/2026/01/conservatory-cinderella-2026-1920x1080-tea-party.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260221T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260221T150000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20260109T194321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T184622Z UID:10000373-1771686000-1771686000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Aurinko Ballet: Cinderella Ballet DESCRIPTION:Designed for young audience members\, the Fairy Godmother will take us on a journey through a petite retelling of the classic story ballet. \nDon’t miss this chance to create lasting memories with family and friends in a charming setting! \nFor the ultimate VIP experience\, be sure to purchase tickets for the Cinderella Tea Party! \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets are available at The Lerner TheatreBox Office in-person or over the phone! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn More: Cinderella Tea Party URL:https://thelerner.com/event/aurinko-ballet-cinderella-ballet/ 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/2026/01/conservatory-cinderella-2026-1920x1080-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260221T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260221T193000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20260109T201909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T171649Z UID:10000374-1771702200-1771702200@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Aurinko Ballet: Cinderella Ballet & Repertory DESCRIPTION:Highlights from the ballet Cinderella with families in mind. Act 1 features a shortened version of the magical Cinderella ballet with dances with Cinderella\, the Fairy godmother\, and the guests at the midnight waltz! Act 2 showcases the dancers in contemporary ballet\, modern dance\, and more! This performance has a little bit of dance for everyone! \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets are available at The Lerner Theatre Box Office in-person or over the phone now! URL:https://thelerner.com/event/aurinko-ballet-cinderella-ballet-and-repertory/ 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/2026/01/conservatory-cinderella-2026-1920x10802-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260222T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260222T150000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20260114T191504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T174709Z UID:10000376-1771772400-1771772400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:The Lerner Loves You: The Lion King 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 “The Lion King”. A lion cub named Simba looks forward to following in his father’s footsteps and becoming king of the African pride lands one day\, but his happy childhood turns tragic when his uncle murders his father and drives him into exile. \n \n \n \n \n \n Run Time: 87 minutes \nCast: Matthew Broderick\, Jeremy Irons\, James Earl Jones\, Nathan Lane\, Moira Kelly \nReleased: 1994 \n \n \n \n \n \n We’re proud to partner with Elkhart Parks & Recreation\, whose mission is to provide inclusive\, quality\, and safe experiences through facilities\, programming\, events\, and recreational opportunities for Elkhart residents of all ages. \nWe’re also pleased to partner with Elkhart 311\, the City of Elkhart’s non-emergency service that helps residents report everyday concerns such as potholes\, graffiti\, and neighborhood maintenance issues. Accessible through the MyElkhart311 app or by dialing 311\, the service connects community members directly with city departments to help keep Elkhart running smoothly. \nBe sure to visit our community partners in the lobby before the movie to learn more about local programs\, resources\, and upcoming opportunities! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Live Music • 2:00 PM\nGuests of this event can come early and enhance your experience with live music in the Diana Lawson Grand Lobby at 2:00 p.m. \nChris Chapman – Disney Trio\n\n\n\nChris Chapman is a guitarist from South Bend\, IN whose style blends Americana roots with a wide range of styles. Inspired early by Elvis and Johnny Cash\, he later studied jazz guitar and performed as a cruise ship musician throughout the Caribbean and South America. As a member of the Paul Erdman band\, he has played locally and regionally\, opening for Train\, Eddie Money\, Loverboy\, and Don Felder. Chris has also shared the stage with legendary vocal groups: The Platters\, The Coasters\, and The Drifters.\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\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-the-lion-king/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Free Event,Just Announced,Movie ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Lerner-Loves-You-Lion-King-1920x1080-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260227T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260227T190000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20251006T161502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T184045Z UID:10000329-1772218800-1772218800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Outback Presents: Rodney Carrington DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \nRodney Carrington is a multi-talented comedian\, actor\, singer and writer playing sold-out shows around the world as one of the top 10 highest-grossing touring comedians for the past two decades. \nA platinum-recording artist\, Rodney’s recorded eight major record label comedy albums\, followed by three albums on his own record label\, Laughter’s Good Records. Rodney is fresh off the release of his latest album\, “Get Em Out\,”(released 2019) which hit #1 on iTunes. His album “Here Comes the Truth” (released 2017) climbed to #3 on the comedy charts\, accruing tens of millions of streams on Spotify and even spawned a Netflix special. \nRodney broke through with his major label comedy CD debut “Hangin’ With Rodney” in 1998. The next few years saw nine more Top 10 comedy albums: Live\, Morning Wood\, Nutsack\, Greatest Hits\, King of the Mountains\, El Nino Loco\, C’mon Laugh You Bastards\, Laughter’s Good and The Hits\, all of which continue to receive radio airplayand regularly place on the national comedy charts. “Hangin’ With Rodney” and “Morning Wood” earned RIAA gold record certification\, and his Greatest Hits (a double CD) album reached platinum status. Rodney also released “Make it Christmas” which features his original song “Camouflage and Christmas Lights\,” a tribute to our military. \nRodney also added “author” to his list of accomplishments with the release of his book “Rodney Carrington\, Coming Clean” published by Hatchette Books. \nOver the years\, he’s starred i n his own TV sitcom\, “Rodney”\, which ran for two seasons on ABC\, co-wrote and co-starred with Toby Keith in the feature film\, “Beer for My Horses\,” which won the Tex Ritter Award from the ACM\, and starred in his own Netflix special “Here Comes The Truth.” Rodney’s also appeared on countless other TV shows\, including the ACA (American Country Awards)\, hosting the American Country New Year’s Eve Live show on FOX\, and won “Supporting Character of the Year” from the CMT Music Video Awards for his appearance on the Trace Adkins’ music video “I Got My Game On.” \nRodney is fresh off the release of his latest single\, “Let Me In\,” (released) October 15\, 2021) and is gearing up for a year of touring in 2026! \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\nOne VIP Laminate + Lanyard\nOne Meet Greet + Photo Opportunity with Rodney Carrington.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Live Music • 6:00 PM\nGuests of this event can come early and enhance your experience with a selection of cocktails and live music in the Diana Lawson Grand Lobby at 6:00 p.m. \nJake Miller and The Midwest Heat\n\n\n\nJake Miller and The Midwest Heat are a dynamic band at the intersection of country\, blues\, and rock ‘n roll. Formed in the heartland of Indiana\, U.S.\, this ensemble brings together the raw energy of classic rock with the storytelling richness of American roots music. The band fluctuates in size depending on the occasion\, but whether performing solo\, as a duo\, trio\, or even up to an eight piece band\, the music and storytelling is the focus. They are celebrated for their high-energy live shows and their ability to seamlessly blend music across decades and genres. Their motto is “A good song is a good song” and don’t limit themselves to any one genre or time period. Their music resonates with audiences through their authentic\, heartfelt delivery and their ability to evoke a wide range of emotions\, from raucous joy to introspective melancholy.\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n  \nMature Audiences ONLY! \nThis event has been designated as a no weapons event with exception for law enforcement. Please plan to arrive a little early as additional security screening will be required before entering the theatre. \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/outback-presents-rodney-carrington-2026/ 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/2025/10/RodneyCarrington_ELK_1920x1080.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260301T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260301T150000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20260126T163528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T160007Z UID:10000384-1772377200-1772377200@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Elkhart Municipal Band presents: Postcards DESCRIPTION:Postcards invites listeners on a musical journey inspired by places\, cultures\, and the spirit of travel. From the vibrant rhythms and colors of Sam Hazo’s Arabesque and Randall Standridge’s Havana Nights to the bold energy of The Klaxon March\, each selection evokes the essence of a destination. John Barnes Chance’s Variations on a Korean Folk Song offers a powerful and reflective musical portrait rooted in traditional melody. Elkhart’s own Evelyn Theinert will travel from Bloomington to lead the band in Nocturne for Harp by Clare Grundman. Theinert is currently pursuing her master’s degree in Harp Performance at Indiana University. Join the Elkhart Municipal band in celebrating travel\, culture\, and connection through sound. \n\n \n\n\n\n  URL:https://thelerner.com/event/elkhart-municipal-band-presents-postcards/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Ernestine M. Raclin School of the Arts,Featured,Free Event,Just Announced ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Elkhart-municipal-band-Postcards-1920x1080-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Elkhart Municipal Band":MAILTO:ElkMunBand@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260302T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260302T190000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20260217T174042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T150550Z UID:10000409-1772478000-1772478000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Dordt University: Wind Symphony Tour DESCRIPTION:The Dordt University Wind Symphony is the premiere instrumental performing ensemble from Dordt University in Sioux Center\, Iowa. The ensemble is under the direction of professor of music and Director of Instrumental Ensembles\, Dr. Onsby C. Rose. This will be the third of seven performances during their 2026 National Tour which will take them from northwest Iowa through the Midwest to Washington D.C. and back through Illinois and Nebraska.  The ensemble will be performing music by Robert Jager\, Ryan Nowlin\, Frank Ticheli\, John Mackey\, and Claude T. Smith.  The centerpiece of their concerts will be the monumental “Symphony No. 4” by world renowned composer Dr. David Maslanka.  The ensemble will also feature student soloists Ms. Courtney Joiner on clarinet on the final movement of John Mackey’s “Divine Mischief” for Clarinet and Wind Ensemble\, as well as Ms. Tori Ensink on Floyd Werle’s “Golden Age of the Xylophone.” \n\n \n \n \n \n \n About Dordt University\nDordt University is a comprehensive Christian institution in Sioux Center\, Iowa\, committed to equipping students\, faculty\, alumni\, and the broader community for Christ-centered renewal in all areas of contemporary life. Consistently recognized for excellence\, Dordt is ranked fifth among Regional Midwest Universities by U.S. News & World Report and is the top Christian college in Iowa according to Niche.com Nearly 20% of Dordt’s 1\,655 undergraduates participate in music\, performing in orchestra\, band\, and choral ensembles that are central to campus life. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nThis is a free event\, but guests will need to reserve tickets ahead of time at The Lerner Theatre Box Office in-person or over the phone at 574-293-4469. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/dordt-university-wind-symphony-tour/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Featured,Free Event,Just Announced ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/DEV-0390-Digital-assets-for-Wind-Symphony-concert-1920x1080-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260305T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260305T190000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20251009T164900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T154810Z UID:10000331-1772737200-1772737200@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Sal Vulcano: Everything's Fine Tour DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \nBest known for co-creating\, executive producing and starring in one of the most recognized and long-standing comedy shows of all time\, Impractical Jokers\, comedian Sal Vulcano recently announced the EVERYTHING’S FINE TOUR – his newest national stand-up tour – kicking off in Fall 2024 after selling out in over 60 markets during his previous tour\, including notable landmark venues such as The Beacon Theatre and The Ryman Auditorium. \nIn 2024 Sal’s debut special\, TERRIFIED\, premiered – garnering over 1M+ views within the first weeks of its release\, currently pacing for 2M views just a few months later – further expanding his profile in the comedy world. \nIn 2021 Sal created the No Presh Podcast Network – home of the hit podcasts Hey Babe! (co-hosted with comedian Chris Distefano) and Taste Buds (co-hosted with comedian Joe DeRosa). \nSal also tours with his Impractical Jokers co-stars\, selling out countless arenas over the years. Some notable sell-outs include NYC’s famed Madison Square Garden\, Prudential Arena 3 times\, TD Garden\, London’s O2 Arena 7 times (including 4 shows in a row)\, and Radio City Music Hall 7 times. They have sold over 1.5 million tickets since 2013. \nImpractical Jokers\, with its new home on the TBS network\, is currently in its 11th season (approaching 300 episodes) with new episodes airing every Thursday night – as well as in syndication with 13 international versions to date. Season 12 begins production in March 2025. \nAfter signing a first look deal with Warner Discovery\,  Sal and his partners launched Bad Woods Entertainment. Their first greenlit project\, Foul Play\, hosted by NBA star and LA Laker Anthony Davis\, is currently in post production slated to air in 2025. \nSal and his partners executive produced and starred in the game show The Misery Index\, which aired on TBS for three seasons. Impractical Jokers has also produced multiple spin off shows\, including Impractical Jokers After Party\, Impractical Jokers Dinner Party\, Inside Jokes\, and Jokers Wild – a sketch comedy show. In 2019 The Impractical Jokers Movie was released in theaters\, cracking the top ten in weekly box office\, averaging the highest per screen average of all active releases for four straight weeks. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Live Music • 6:00 PM\nGuests of this event can come early and enhance your experience with a selection of cocktails and live music in the Diana Lawson Grand Lobby at 6:00 p.m. \nWyatt Marshall\n\n\n\nWyatt Marshall is a musician/singer-songwriter from Elkhart\, Indiana and considered one of Michiana’s best. He was exposed to music from bands such as Boston\, Blondie\, The Beatles\, and Journey at a young age. His love for music was destined. When he was 7 years old\, he discovered his favorite band Linkin Park and other favorable bands such as Green Day\, Breaking Benjamin\, Evanescence\, Three Days Grace\, Skillet\, and more. He began singing\, playing guitar\, and writing music when he was 13 years old. He aspires to be what Linkin Park was for him. He currently knows over 500 songs of different styles and genres. Wyatt “sings for people losing the world before their very eyes.”\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n16+ Suggested \nThis event has been designated as a no weapons event with exception for law enforcement. Please plan to arrive a little early as additional security screening will be required before entering the theatre. \n\n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/sal-vulcano-everythings-fine-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/2025/10/SalVulcano_ELKIN_1920x1080.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260306T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260306T190000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20260217T202650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T160050Z UID:10000412-1772823600-1772823600@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Elkhart Christian Academy presents Anastasia The Musical - All Youth DESCRIPTION:Her past is a mystery. Her future is an adventure.\n \nElkhart Christian Academy presents Anastasia: The Musical Youth March 6-7th! This is a musical about discovering who you are and defining who you’re meant to be. From Tony winners Terrence McNally\, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens\, creators of such Broadway classics as Ragtime and Once On This Island\, this dazzling show transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s\, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her\, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing con man and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together\, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home\, love and family.\n \nElkhart Christian Academy has been preparing students for life since 1973. ECA has a great story – one we never grow tired of telling. It’s a story of growth while remaining true to our mission of providing an education marked by discipleship\, scholarship\, and partnership. At the heart of ECA are teachers\, directors\, coaches\, and administrators who love God\, love students\, and love education. These dedicated individuals not only teach but invest deeply in the lives of the students God has placed in their care. Our mission is and always will be to partner with Christian families to provide an excellent and Christ-centered education equipping students to lead and to serve within their communities.\n \nThe Elkhart Christian theater group specializes in creating unique opportunities for our young actors to develop their talents from middle school to high school\, uniting on one stage each Spring for a grand-style show. This year’s musical is a work of love from the cast and the directing team. ECA Theatre works to provide a space for every student to grow\, enjoy and participate actively in the arts\, stewarding God-given talents in a way that truly shines on a stage.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nTickets are available at The Lerner TheatreBox Office in-person or over the phone! URL:https://thelerner.com/event/elkhart-christian-academy-presents-anastasia-the-musical-all-youth/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Just Announced,Musical,Theatrical Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Landscape-Poster-ECA-ANAST_.png ORGANIZER;CN="Elkhart Christian Academy":MAILTO:admissions@elkhartchristian.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260307T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260307T160000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20260223T160136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T172824Z UID:10000414-1772884800-1772899200@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Elkhart Christian Academy presents Anastasia The Musical - All Youth DESCRIPTION:Her past is a mystery. Her future is an adventure.\n \nElkhart Christian Academy presents Anastasia: The Musical Youth March 6-7th! This is a musical about discovering who you are and defining who you’re meant to be. From Tony winners Terrence McNally\, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens\, creators of such Broadway classics as Ragtime and Once On This Island\, this dazzling show transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s\, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her\, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing con man and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together\, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home\, love and family.\n \nElkhart Christian Academy has been preparing students for life since 1973. ECA has a great story – one we never grow tired of telling. It’s a story of growth while remaining true to our mission of providing an education marked by discipleship\, scholarship\, and partnership. At the heart of ECA are teachers\, directors\, coaches\, and administrators who love God\, love students\, and love education. These dedicated individuals not only teach but invest deeply in the lives of the students God has placed in their care. Our mission is and always will be to partner with Christian families to provide an excellent and Christ-centered education equipping students to lead and to serve within their communities.\n \nThe Elkhart Christian theater group specializes in creating unique opportunities for our young actors to develop their talents from middle school to high school\, uniting on one stage each Spring for a grand-style show. This year’s musical is a work of love from the cast and the directing team. ECA Theatre works to provide a space for every student to grow\, enjoy and participate actively in the arts\, stewarding God-given talents in a way that truly shines on a stage.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nTickets are available at The Lerner TheatreBox Office in-person or over the phone! URL:https://thelerner.com/event/elkhart-christian-academy-presents-anastasia-the-musical-all-youth-2/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Just Announced,Musical,Theatrical Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Landscape-Poster-ECA-ANAST_.png ORGANIZER;CN="Elkhart Christian Academy":MAILTO:admissions@elkhartchristian.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260307T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260307T160000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20260223T160321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T160321Z UID:10000416-1772899200-1772899200@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Elkhart Christian Academy presents Anastasia The Musical - All Youth DESCRIPTION:Her past is a mystery. Her future is an adventure.\n \nElkhart Christian Academy presents Anastasia: The Musical Youth March 6-7th! This is a musical about discovering who you are and defining who you’re meant to be. From Tony winners Terrence McNally\, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens\, creators of such Broadway classics as Ragtime and Once On This Island\, this dazzling show transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s\, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her\, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing con man and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together\, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home\, love and family.\n \nElkhart Christian Academy has been preparing students for life since 1973. ECA has a great story – one we never grow tired of telling. It’s a story of growth while remaining true to our mission of providing an education marked by discipleship\, scholarship\, and partnership. At the heart of ECA are teachers\, directors\, coaches\, and administrators who love God\, love students\, and love education. These dedicated individuals not only teach but invest deeply in the lives of the students God has placed in their care. Our mission is and always will be to partner with Christian families to provide an excellent and Christ-centered education equipping students to lead and to serve within their communities.\n \nThe Elkhart Christian theater group specializes in creating unique opportunities for our young actors to develop their talents from middle school to high school\, uniting on one stage each Spring for a grand-style show. This year’s musical is a work of love from the cast and the directing team. ECA Theatre works to provide a space for every student to grow\, enjoy and participate actively in the arts\, stewarding God-given talents in a way that truly shines on a stage.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nTickets are available at The Lerner TheatreBox Office in-person or over the phone! URL:https://thelerner.com/event/elkhart-christian-academy-presents-anastasia-the-musical-all-youth-3/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Just Announced,Musical,Theatrical Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Landscape-Poster-ECA-ANAST_.png ORGANIZER;CN="Elkhart Christian Academy":MAILTO:admissions@elkhartchristian.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260313T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260313T193000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20260223T160510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T183639Z UID:10000333-1773430200-1773430200@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Premier Arts: Seussical the Musical DESCRIPTION:The Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton\, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust that contains the Whos\, including Jojo\, a Who child sent off to military school for thinking too many “thinks.” Horton faces a double challenge: not only must he protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers\, but he must guard an abandoned egg\, left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule\, danger\, kidnapping and a trial\, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately\, the powers of friendship\, loyalty\, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant.\n \n GET TICKETS - FRIDAY\n \n GET TICKETS - SATURDAY\n \n GET TICKETS - SUNDAY URL:https://thelerner.com/event/premier-arts-seussical-the-musical-2/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Just Announced,Musical,Premier Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/seussical_1920x1080-reduced.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260314T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260314T100000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20251201T203059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T040659Z UID:10000367-1773482400-1773482400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Premier Arts Academy All School Musical: Seussical the Musical - Red Cast DESCRIPTION:RED CAST\n \nThe Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton\, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust that contains the Whos\, including Jojo\, a Who child sent off to military school for thinking too many “thinks.” Horton faces a double challenge: not only must he protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers\, but he must guard an abandoned egg\, left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule\, danger\, kidnapping and a trial\, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately\, the powers of friendship\, loyalty\, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant.\n \n**Be sure to select “PA Academy All School Musical: Seussical the Musical.” when purchasing tickets to this event**\n \n GET TICKETS URL:https://thelerner.com/event/premier-arts-academy-all-school-musical-seussical-the-musical-red-cast/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Musical,Premier Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/seussical_1920x1080-Premier-Arts-Academy-RED.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260314T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260314T140000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20251201T203447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T040621Z UID:10000368-1773496800-1773496800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Premier Arts Academy All School Musical: Seussical the Musical - White Cast DESCRIPTION:WHITE CAST\n \n \nThe Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton\, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust that contains the Whos\, including Jojo\, a Who child sent off to military school for thinking too many “thinks.” Horton faces a double challenge: not only must he protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers\, but he must guard an abandoned egg\, left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule\, danger\, kidnapping and a trial\, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately\, the powers of friendship\, loyalty\, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant.\n \n**Be sure to select “PA Academy All School Musical: Seussical the Musical.” when purchasing tickets to this event**\n \n GET TICKETS URL:https://thelerner.com/event/premier-arts-academy-all-school-musical-seussical-the-musical-white/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Musical,Premier Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/seussical_1920x1080-Premier-Arts-Academy-WHITE.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260314T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260314T193000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20251016T205320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T185141Z UID:10000423-1773516600-1773516600@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Premier Arts: Seussical the Musical DESCRIPTION:The Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton\, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust that contains the Whos\, including Jojo\, a Who child sent off to military school for thinking too many “thinks.” Horton faces a double challenge: not only must he protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers\, but he must guard an abandoned egg\, left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule\, danger\, kidnapping and a trial\, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately\, the powers of friendship\, loyalty\, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant.\n \n GET TICKETS - FRIDAY\n \n GET TICKETS - SATURDAY\n \n GET TICKETS - SUNDAY URL:https://thelerner.com/event/premier-arts-seussical-the-musical/ 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/seussical_1920x1080-reduced.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260315T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260315T140000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20260302T184112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T185339Z UID:10000335-1773583200-1773583200@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Premier Arts: Seussical the Musical DESCRIPTION:The Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton\, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust that contains the Whos\, including Jojo\, a Who child sent off to military school for thinking too many “thinks.” Horton faces a double challenge: not only must he protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers\, but he must guard an abandoned egg\, left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule\, danger\, kidnapping and a trial\, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately\, the powers of friendship\, loyalty\, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant.\n \n GET TICKETS - FRIDAY\n \n GET TICKETS - SATURDAY\n \n GET TICKETS - SUNDAY URL:https://thelerner.com/event/premier-arts-seussical-the-musical-3/ 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/seussical_1920x1080-reduced.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260318T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260318T130000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20260313T213952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T213953Z UID:10000422-1773835200-1773838800@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-2026-2/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Free Event,Just Announced,Kimball Organ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Lunchtime-Live-2026-1920x1080-MARCH-18.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260318T121500 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260318T121500 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20260128T220029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T151505Z UID:10000451-1773836100-1773836100@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/2026-03-18/ 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:20260321T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260321T193000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20251126T164355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T213721Z UID:10000365-1774121400-1774121400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Bohemian Queen DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \nCome Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Queen’s first tour of America with BOHEMIAN QUEEN!  An epic show of “Queen Live Through the Years\,” beginning with their early songs from that first tour\, then moving through the decades of mega hits we all know and love! \nHailed as ‘The World’s Most Passionate Queen Tribute\,’ selling out shows wherever they perform\, Bohemian Queen leaves the crowds screaming for more\, providing a full-throttle rock-n-roll QUEEN concert experience.  Faithfully recreating the bombastic\, operatic performances of Queen in incredible detail\, Bohemian Queen brings their high-energy\, family-friendly stage show for this special one-night only event! \nBohemian Queen’s theatrical style show\, in addition to featuring a wide range of songs from Queen’s extensive catalog\, also includes multiple costume changes by famed frontman Paulie Z\, to showcase Freddie Mercury’s iconic stage outfits throughout the years.  The band’s stellar performances\, fueled by their talent and love for the music\, is paired with a full multi-media show not to be missed! \nFor anyone looking to relive the grandiose style\, music\, and attitude of a time gilded in pure rock n’ roll gold\, look no further than an evening with Bohemian Queen. \nTHEY WILL ROCK YOU! \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nVIP Packages are available! – All In Price: $133.05 \nVIP tickets include: \n\n1 Premium seat first 5 rows\nInvitation to meet the band\nA personally signed picture\nAccess to watch the band’s sound check\nFREE Bohemian Queen tee-shirt\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/bohemian-queen/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Featured,Just Announced ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/bohemian-queen-1920x1080-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260322T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260322T193000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20251202T174516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T213805Z UID:10000369-1774207800-1774207800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Take It To The Limit - The Music & Legacy of the Eagles DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \nEagles fans! Get ready to celebrate the music & legacy of the Eagles on March 22\, 2026 when acclaimed tribute Take it to the Limit arrives in Elkhart for the 1st time!  \nRevisit all the timeless Eagles hits like Hotel California\, Heartache Tonight\, Desperado\, all performed 100% live!With rave reviews from coast to coast\, the concert captures the essence\, harmony and energy of an authentic Eagles performance. Even NHL Hall of Famer Glenn Anderson is a fan: “I saw Take It To The Limit tonight and they were fantastic! I highly recommend them. Good energy. Good people and lots of fun. Make sure you make it to the show – you have a good time coming.”Here’s what our fans are saying \n“Amazing Eagle’s Tribute! The band did not disappoint with a note-for-note tribute to the American rock icons. My guests were blown away! Congrats for the amazing success!“  – Tom Zillich\, Entertainment Reporter – Surrey Now-Leader \n“One of the best I’ve seen! If anyone has the chance to see these guys perform\, it’s well worth going. Everything from sound\, stage\, lighting & vocals were perfect. A great show!“  – Angie Tatarniuk – Vancouver\, BC \n “Fantastic concert\, perfect sound and worth every penny!“ – Gary Leiper – Surrey \n“I saw these folks last year and can state very strongly that they were great\, sounded just like the Eagles\, and are well worth going to see and enjoy” – Ken Empson – North Vancouver\, BC \nFollow Take it to the Limit on Facebook & Instagram @EaglesTributeShow and online at EaglesTributeShow.com \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/take-it-to-the-limit-the-music-legacy-of-the-eagles/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/1920-X-1080_LERNER-THEATRE_ELKHART-IND_MAR-22_2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260326T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260326T160000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20251022T192156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T144027Z UID:10000358-1774540800-1774540800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:The Music of Lord of the Rings\, The Hobbit & Rings of Power - In Concert DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \nThe Music of The Lord of the Rings\, The Hobbit & The Rings of Power – in Concert with a special guest from the films\, a symphonic orchestra and the Oscar-winning music of Ed Sheeran\, Howard Shore\, Annie Lennox\, Enya\, and more great composers. \nThe musical world of hobbits and elves from J.R.R. Tolkien’s “Lord of The Rings”\, “The Hobbit” and “The Rings of Power” will be performed in a unique concert by a film orchestra\, choir\, and star soloists. The two-hour performance features an original a guest star and the greatest music from the films\, in an acoustic experience ranging from the threatening music of Mordor and the shrill sounds of the black riders to the beautiful lyrical melodies of the elves. \nThe press celebrates “The Lord of the Rings & The Hobbit & The Rings of Power – the Concert” as a “highly emotional and mythical experience”: \n“…whether bombastic with timpani and gongs or elfishly delicate flute tones: the well-known\, Oscar-winning melodies by Howard Shore from the film trilogy could be heard again and again and immediately provided the right ‘cinema in the head’…” \n“… in the end\, neither the audience nor the musicians were kept on their chairs. The audience managed to get the stars on stage to give three encores\, with a long lasting standing ovation …” \n“… the performers – from the well-playing orchestra and choir to the outstanding soloists – they all ensured that the audience was transported into the music of Tolkien’s world-famous fantasy world…” \nThe Lord of the Rings\, The Hobbit\, and The Rings™ and its producers are trademarks of their respective owners. This concert is an independent event and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the studios\, production companies\, or respective trademark owners. \n\n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/the-music-of-lord-of-the-rings-the-hobbit-rings-of-power-in-concert/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Featured,Just Announced,Show ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/LOTR-1920x1080-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260326T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260326T193000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20251022T191410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T144050Z UID:10000357-1774553400-1774553400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:The Music of Hans Zimmer & Others: A Celebration of Film Music DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \nThe symphonic world of Hans Zimmer with music from James Bond\, The Lion King\, The Pirates of the Caribbean\, Gladiator\, The Dark Knight\, Inception\, Interstellar\, Top Gun\, Dune and more! \n“The Music of Hans Zimmer & Others” is an unforgettable concert and audiovisual experience for all age groups\, film enthusiasts\, music lovers\, and families. The best music will be performed by the Hollywood Film Orchestra in an impressive show with light installations\, laser projections\, and selected film clips. Star soloists from the Original Broadway Production will perform excerpts from “The Lion King”\, Zimmer’s most beloved box office smash hit. \nNo other composer has influenced the film world in the past two decades as much as the Oscar-\, Globe- and Emmy-winning composer Hans Zimmer with his staggering compositions for films such as “James Bond”\, “The Lion King”\, “Pirates of the Caribbean”\, “Gladiator”\, “The Dark Knight”\, “Man of Steel”\, “Inception”\, and “Interstellar”. \nHans Zimmer wrote the film scores of more than 200 movies\, won his second Oscar for “Dune” (2022)\, following his first Academy Award for “The Lion King” (1994). He named Ennio Morricone as his idol and role-model\, whose work will be featured with excerpts from the films “The Good\, the Bad and the Ugly” and “Once Upon a Time in the West”. Zimmer followed Morricone’s example of composing the film music often before – instead of after – filming\, and shaped the entire film. He changed the beginning of Ridley Scott’s “Gladiator” for example\, and the world-famous director moved into the studio of Hans Zimmer. \nThe press has been giving enthusiastic response:“…What a successful event and ecstatic audience…”“…Fascinating how the spark jumped over at this concert…”“…Very impressive were the titles with large orchestra …” \nTHE HOLLYWOOD FILM ORCHESTRAThe Hollywood Film Orchestra has been created for this concert series and works usually with state Orchestras from Europe. It has performed in the leading music venues of the world\, from the Koncerthuset in Copenhagen to the Konzerthaus in Vienna\, from Großes Festspielhaus Salzburg to Salle Pleyel in Paris\, from Laeiszhalle Hamburg to Tonhalle Zürich. \nHans Zimmer™ is a trademarks of their respective owners. This concert is an independent event and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the studios\, production companies\, or respective trademark owners. \n\n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/the-music-of-hans-zimmer-others-a-celebration-of-film-music/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Featured,Just Announced,Show ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/HZ-1920x1080-2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260329T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260329T160000 DTSTAMP:20260825T103150 CREATED:20250707T151144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T144115Z UID:10000316-1774800000-1774800000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Elkhart County Symphony - ECHOES OF FATE\, PESKIN & TCHAIKOVSKY DESCRIPTION:A Symphonic Panorama \n“Echoes of Fate\,” March 29\, 2026 at The Lerner Theatre\, presents guest soloist Michail Thompson on trumpet and a challenging\, intriguing\, and expansive range of orchestral experiences \nThe Elkhart County Symphony’s fourth concert of the 2025-26 season\, “Echoes of Fate”—March 29\, 2026 at The Lerner Theatre in Downtown Elkhart—presents an exciting and challenging repertoire and offers a range of memorable orchestral experiences to entertain\, delight\, and intrigue our audience.  \nMichail Thompson\, assistant principal trumpet with the National Symphony Orchestra in Washington\, D.C.\, joins the Elkhart County Symphony as the featured guest soloist for Vladimir Peskin’s Trumpet Concerto No. 1 in C Minor\, and the Symphony welcomes the Concord High School Symphony Orchestra for a side-by-side community collaboration. Additionally\, the Symphony performs Tchaikovsky’s renowned Symphony No. 4 in F minor\, Op. 36. \nTrumpeter Michail Thompson has made orchestral debuts with top ensembles including the London Symphony Orchestra\, San Francisco Symphony\, Opera\, and Ballet\, and joined the National Symphony Orchestra as 2nd Trumpet in 2025. Mr. Thompson—who has spent summers as a fellow at storied institutions such as the Tanglewood Music Festival\, Music Academy of the West\, and the National Orchestral Institute—has performed with the Canadian Brass\, won the Vincent Bach Trumpet Competition\, and been a finalist at the National Trumpet Competition. \nMusical elixir\, inspired by tragedy \nRussian composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky wrote his solemn and powerful Symphony No. 4 in F minor\, Op. 36 between 1877 and 1878. The work debuted in February of 1878 at a Russian Musical Society concert in Moscow\, with Nikolai Rubinstein as conductor. The fiery\, vast\, and rapturous symphony was met with early criticism\, most specifically from purists who felt the work did not adequately represent Russian musical values. Despite its early mixed reception\, the symphony grew into an orchestral standard\, and—to this day—remains one of the most frequently performed symphonies of the late 19th century. \nTchaikovsky’s personal and professional life was said to be marred by crises and depression. His separation from his mother at a young age for boarding school\, followed by her early death\, and the untimely deaths of family members and friends—including his dear colleague\, the aforementioned Rubinstein—all were contributors. Although celebrated in his lifetime\, Tchaikovsky felt neither beloved nor respected by critics and musical peers. During his life\, the composer—who kept his homosexuality private—endured a failed marriage to Antonina Miliukova\, a failed suicide attempt\, and the gutting collapse of his 13-year association with wealthy patroness Nadezhda von Meck.  \nSimilarly\, Vladimir Peskin’s musical compositions seem born of chaos and tumult. Little is known about Peskin’s life. What is known is that he lived in Geneva from 1914 to 1916 and received music lessons at the Académie de Musique de Genève after his father\, like many other Russian revolutionaries\, was exiled to Switzerland by the Stalin regime. The son of refugees\, Peskin would have to give up his early piano studies due to a hand disability caused by overuse\, at which point he turned primarily to composition. \nExperts suggest Anton Rubinstein as Peskin’s central role model\, and his teacher\, Samuil Feinberg—along with composer Sergei Rachmaninoff—are credited as influences in his well-known works. Peskin’s Trumpet Concerto No. 1 in C Minor has stood the test of time and is considered one of the most enduring trumpet concertos ever composed. \n\n \n Get Elkhart County Symphony Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/elkhart-county-symphony-echoes-of-fate/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Elkhart County Symphony,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Echoes-1920x1080-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Elkhart County Symphony":MAILTO:elkhartsymphony@gmail.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR