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: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:20251213T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251213T140000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013058 CREATED:20250513T194945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T151004Z UID:10000305-1765634400-1765634400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Premier Arts: Disney’s 101 Dalmatians - All Youth Production DESCRIPTION:Pet owners\, Roger and Anita\, live happily in London with their Dalmatians\, Pongo and Perdita\, stalwart dogs devoted to raising their puppies. Everything is quiet until Anita’s former classmate\, the monstrous Cruella De Vil\, plots to steal the puppies for her new fur coat. The Dalmatians rally all the dogs of London for a daring rescue of the puppies from Cruella and her bumbling henchmen. \n \n GET TICKETS URL:https://thelerner.com/event/disneys-101-dalmatians/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Musical,Premier Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/101-dalmatians_1920x1080-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251212T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251212T193000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013058 CREATED:20250822T145555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T150939Z UID:10000152-1765567800-1765567800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Premier Arts: The Gift - A New Musical DESCRIPTION:Celebrating the 1924 Grand Opening of the Lerner Theatre is at the heart of this original musical by Premier Arts Executive Artistic Director Craig Gibson and Grammy Award Winning Musician Juan-Carlos Alarcon. Loosely based on the O’Henry Holiday Classic\, “The Gift of the Magi\,” our story will explore the Magic of Christmas on Elkhart’s Main Street; as an excited community awaits the opening night of Harry Lerner’s new Theatrical Palace on the corner of Main and Franklin! \nThanks to the generosity of the Elkhart County Convention & Visitor Bureau\, the City of Elkhart\, and Friends of The Lerner\, we are proud to present The Gift as a FREE ticketed event. It is our honor to share The Gift as a true gift to the community! \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. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/premier-arts-the-gift-a-new-musical-2025-12-12/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:100 Year Celebration,Featured,Free Event,Musical,Premier Arts,Show,Theatrical Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/The-Gift_1920x1080.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251209T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251209T190000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013058 CREATED:20250919T161523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T150753Z UID:10000326-1765306800-1765306800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Home For The Holidays featuring Peabo Bryson\, Sheena Easton\, Ruben Studdard\, & Ilya Serov DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \nKick off the holiday season with an incredible night of music from four world-renowned artists!  Home for the Holidays stars two-time Grammy Award winner and two-time Academy Award winner Peabo Bryson; two-time Grammy Award winner Sheena Easton; American Idol winner and Grammy Award nominee Ruben Studdard; and international trumpet prodigy Ilya Serov. \nHome for the Holidays will feature both your holiday favorites plus a selection of each Artist’s biggest hits.  Peabo Bryson’s hits include “Tonight\, I Celebrate My Love” with Roberta Flack\, “Can You Stop The Rain”\, “If Ever You’re In My Arms Again”\, “Without You”\, “By The Time This Night Is Over” with Kenny G\, “Show & Tell”\, and two iconic Disney classics : “A Whole New World” and “Beauty & The Beast” with Celine Dion.  Sheena Easton’s hits include “Morning Train : 9 to 5”\, “We’ve Got Tonight” ft. Kenny Rogers\, “Sugar Walls\, “The Lover in Me”\, “What Comes Naturally”\, “Modern Girl”\, “Telefone”\, “Strut”\, “U Got The Look” ft. Prince\, “The Arms of Orion” ft. Prince\, and “For Your Eyes Only” from James Bond. Ruben Studdard’s hits include “Superstar”\, “Sorry 2004”\, “I Need An Angel”\, “Change Me”\, and “Flying Without Wings”. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nSpecial 2 for 1 Offer:\nIn the spirit of the holidays\, enjoy buy one get one tickets on all seats for this show!\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nThis event has been designated as a No-Weapons event**with exception for law enforcement \n\n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/home-for-the-holidays-2025/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Featured,Friends of the Lerner,Just Announced ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/home-for-the-holidays-_1920x1080-santa-hat-min.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251207T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251207T150000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013058 CREATED:20251110T153626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T161408Z UID:10000361-1765119600-1765119600@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Elkhart Municipal Band presents: The North Pole Radio Hour DESCRIPTION:Join YOUR Elkhart Municipal Band as we kick off our 88th season with a holiday celebration… The North Pole Radio Hour!\n \nDirector Scott Spradling will lead the band in a series of festive holiday themed music\, featuring old time favorites and some entertaining twists on familiar themes!\n \nIn this time of heightened need for our neighbors\, your EMB will be collecting food for a community food drive. Please bring non-perishable goods with you to the concert.\n \nThat’s not all! You love it\, we love it: TUBACHRISTMAS IS BACK! Follow Elkhart Municipal Band on Facebook for more details as we approach the concert.\n \nAs always\, Elkhart Municipal Band performances are free and family friendly. All ages\, abilities\, and persons are welcome. We hope to see you there!\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/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Featured,Free Event,Just Announced,Kimball Organ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Winter-Concert-1920x1080-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Elkhart Municipal Band":MAILTO:ElkMunBand@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251206T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251206T140000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013058 CREATED:20250930T185543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T171703Z UID:10000328-1765029600-1765029600@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Epic Dance Studios presents: Epic HoliDaze! DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n Black Friday shopping\, office parties\, and baking with grandparents; the holiday season brings joy\, peace and a special kind of crazy to us all.  Join Epic Dance Studios as it explores the chaos of the season\, in its production of Epic Holidaze!  Enjoy a spirited afternoon performance of jazz\, ballet\, hip hop\, tap and contemporary dance\, featuring the music of Duke Ellington’s “Harlem Nutcracker.” \n\n\n\nJoin us for Elkhart’s Winterfest! \n\nIn addition to this exciting performance\, guests are encouraged to enjoy Winterfest in Downtown Elkhart\, taking place throughout the day. This festive celebration features Breakfast with Santa\, kids’ activities\, holiday shopping\, the annual tree lighting\, and a magical lighted parade to cap off the evening. It’s the perfect way for families to celebrate the season together in the heart of Elkhart!\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n About Epic Dance Studios: \nEpic Dance Studios is a non-profit\, multi-genre dance studio located in Elkhart\, devoted to making dance accessible to all. Epic is committed to empowering all students with strong dance technique\, professional performance opportunities\, character building experiences\, and a strong sense of community. Our diverse staff of highly qualified professionals have trained throughout the US and Europe; performed for cruise lines\, theme parks\, equity theaters\, and professional dance companies\, and obtained teaching and dance degrees. \nWe meet students where they are\, and develop their individual talents\, helping them achieve goals they never dreamed possible! With support from our private and corporate sponsors\, including Global Link Distributions\, Epic reaches out to the community providing: \n\nOver $25\,000/year in need-based scholarships for students\, from beginners to company members\nSpecial Arts classes for students with special needs (Fees waived)\nCommunity dance classes at the Tolson Center\nSchool performances and workshops for elementary students\n\nClasses in Elkhart and Goshen \nEPIC DANCE STUDIOS3700 E Mishawaka Road Elkhart\, IN 46517574-830-5243 EpicDanceStudios.com www.instagram.com/epicdancestudios www.facebook.com/epicdancestudios \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/epic-holidaze-2025/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Dance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/epic-holidaze_1920x1080.png ORGANIZER;CN="Epic Dance":MAILTO:info@epicdancestudios.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251204T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251204T193000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013059 CREATED:20250702T185004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T195642Z UID:10000311-1764876600-1764876600@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Hometown Jams: Engelbert Humperdinck - “A Winter World of Love” DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n In a career spanning over 50 years\, Engelbert has generated sales in excess of 140 million records\, including 64 gold albums and 35 platinum\, four Grammy nominations\, a Golden Globe\, and stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame\, Las Vegas Walk of Fame\, and Leicester Walk of Fame. \nHe has performed for the Queen four times\, several presidents and many heads of state. He has recorded everything from the most romantic ballads to movie theme songs\, disco\, rock\, and even gospel. His unique voice has charmed millions of fans around the globe. \nHowever\, it’s not just the voice\, but the man himself\, with his endearing sense of humor and self-deprecating jokes. Engelbert has managed to strike a new chord with the younger generation\, and his YouTube music videos & social media numbers are incredible. \nEngelbert exploded on to the music scene with The Beatles and the Rolling Stones. The shy handsome man catapulted almost instantly to world icon. He became great friends with Elvis and the two legends often performed each other’s songs. His first single in the charts was “Release Me\,” which went into the Guinness Book of Records for achieving 56 consecutive weeks on the charts. It was No. 1 in 11 countries. The following decades see Engelbert constantly touring the world to sell-out crowds. He takes great pleasure in every moment on stage. \nEngelbert’s music has transcended time and his voice continues to reach out to people now – serving to transport and inspire\, to embrace and to provoke feelings and emotions…ingredients that are no doubt the essence of his long-lasting success. \nEngelbert’s hit song “A Man Without Love” was featured in Marvel’s “Moon Knight” Disney+ Series. In Sony Pictures’ new Brad Pitt film “Bullet Train” Engelbert’s song “Forever Blowing Bubbles” is featured. And in Netflix’s ‘Umbrella Academy” his “Quando\, Quando\, Quando” is heard. \nEngelbert was also awarded the Honor of Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE) on Her Majesty the Queen’s Birthday Honors List presented by Her Royal Highness Princess Anne. \nThis event has been designated as a No-Weapons event**with exception for law enforcement \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/hometown-jams-engelbert-humperdinck-a-winter-world-of-love/ 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/2025/07/engelbert-humperdinck-1920x1080-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251129T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251129T150000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013059 CREATED:20250930T161932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T151044Z UID:10000327-1764428400-1764428400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Aurinko Ballet: Nutcracker DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n Get Nutcracker Tea Party Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n A family friendly performance for all ages. Our version of the Nutcracker does not use the traditional Tchaikovsky score\, yet the storylines are similar. In our story\, Klara is a homeless girl living in today’s busy world with the hustle and bustle of people preparing for the holiday season. Klara is offered a gift of a broken Nutcracker doll found in the trash by another homeless person\, Herr Drosselmeyer. Drosselmeyer casts a magic spell where Klara dreams of a Mouse Queen who battles with the Nutcracker. The Nutcracker transforms into a prince and takes Klara to visit the Sugar Plum Fairy and her kingdom. Along the way there are dancing snowflakes\, graceful fairies\, and waltzing flowers. The kingdom celebrates Klara’s visit with costumes and dances from around the world. There are dances from China\, Spain\, India and more! The Sugar Plum Fairy dances as well. Through the magical courage that Drosselmeyer gave her\, Klara discovers that even a small kindness can make a difference. Klara finds her family with the Sugar Plum Fairy and the Prince. In the end\, Klara teaches us that all people are special\, no matter if they seem different or unimportant. Join us with a new tradition to celebrate the holiday season! \n \n Get Tickets\n \n Get Nutcracker Tea Party Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/aurinko-ballet-nutcracker-2025/ 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/2025/09/The-Nutcracker_1920x1080.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251124T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260330T170000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013059 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:20251123T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251123T160000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013059 CREATED:20250707T145759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T174810Z UID:10000314-1763913600-1763913600@thelerner.com SUMMARY:A Classical Christmas: Girl Named Tom & The Elkhart County Symphony DESCRIPTION:Event Program\n \n \n \n \n \n \nEvent Update: Sold Out!\nJoin the waitlist at The Lerner Box Office if you’d like to be contacted should any tickets become available. To add your name\, please stop by the box office in person or call us at 574-293-4469. \nThe Symphony Welcomes Girl Named Tom \nOur Nov. 23 concert at The Lerner Theatre features a holiday performance by the Elkhart County Symphony and includes a groundbreaking orchestral collaboration with the beloved music group\, Girl Named Tom \nThe Elkhart County Symphony Association is honored and thrilled to welcome guest performer Girl Named Tom for a fun and festive holiday performance with the Symphony on Nov. 23 at The Lerner Theatre in Downtown Elkhart. As a prelude to Black Friday and Cyber Monday\, this landmark holiday-themed concert will summon and inspire the true spirit of the holidays. It represents one of the highlights of our season and our history and is a testament to our commitment to dynamic programming and creative musical collaborations. \n“A Classical Christmas: Girl Named Tom & The Elkhart County Symphony\,” presented in partnership with The Lerner 100 Year Anniversary and sponsored by the Elkhart County Convention & Visitors Bureau\, features a holiday performance by the Symphony and includes a moving and harmonious collaboration with Girl Named Tom. \nNever far from Elkhart County \nGoshen College graduates Caleb (2018) and Joshua (2019) Liechty—along with their younger sister\, Bekah\, an honorary Goshen College alumna—make up the sibling singer-songwriter band\, Girl Named Tom. In December 2021\, Girl Named Tom became the first group to win NBC’s TV music competition\, The Voice. After stunning the judges with their initial performance of “Helplessly Hoping” by Crosby\, Stills\, and Nash\, the group competed under the guidance of Kelly Clarkson\, and—while on the show—saw five of its televised recordings reach the Top 10 on the Apple iTunes Charts. Along with first-place accolades\, the group won a record deal with Republic Records. \nDon’t miss out on this groundbreaking and unforgettable holiday collaboration celebrating The Lerner’s 100 Year Anniversary! Join the Elkhart County Symphony and the entire Elkhart County community in welcoming back Girl Named Tom on Nov. 23 at The Lerner Theatre. \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 starting November 1st. \n \n Event Program URL:https://thelerner.com/event/a-classical-christmas-girl-named-tom-elkhart-county-symphony/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:100 Year Celebration,Concert,Elkhart County Symphony,Featured,Free Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Girl-Named-Tom-Symphony-1920x1080-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Elkhart County Symphony":MAILTO:elkhartsymphony@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251121T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251121T200000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013059 CREATED:20250804T182333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T222250Z UID:10000208-1763755200-1763755200@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Songwriter's Spotlight: Nashville Unplugged DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n Step inside the stories behind country music’s biggest hits at a close-up evening in the Crystal Ballroom\, presented in partnership with Friends of The Lerner. This special event features three of Nashville’s most acclaimed songwriters—Kelly Archer\, whose chart-topping hits have been recorded by Carrie Underwood\, Jason Aldean\, and Cody Johnson; Gordie Sampson\, Grammy-winning writer of “Jesus\, Take The Wheel” and a creative force behind countless country favorites; and Lee Thomas Miller\, a three-time Grammy nominee with #1 songs for Brad Paisley\, Trace Adkins\, Tim McGraw\, and more. Together\, they will share the music\, stories\, and inspirations that shaped today’s country classics. \n \n \n \n \n \n Kelly Archer:  \nhttps://www.redcreativegroup.com/kellyarcher. \nOriginally from Vancouver\, B.C.\, Kelly has been a signed writer in Nashville for the past 20+ years and her songs have been recorded by Jason Aldean\, Reba\, Brett Young\, Trisha Yearwood\, Eli Young Band\, Bailey Zimmerman\, Dustin Lynch\, Corey Kent\, Cody Johnson\, Carrie Underwood\, Justin Moore and many more. Kelly has had several songs placed in the series “Nashville” as well as success in her native land of Canada. In the past few years\, Kelly has celebrated 5 #1 songs with Brett Young’s “Sleep Without You\,” Justin Moore’s “Somebody Else Will”\, Travis Denning’s “After A Few” and Corey Kent’s “Wild As Her”. Most recently Kelly celebrated a two week #1 with her song “I’m gonna love you” recorded by Cody Johnson ft. Carrie Underwood. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gordie Sampson \nhttps://gordiesampson.com/. \nA brilliant writer\, an innovative producer\, a dynamic on-stage presence\, and a mentor to emerging writers\, Gordie’s musical genius and generosity is applauded by audiences and industry players alike. \nRaised in the community of Big Pond (pop. 47)\, near the rugged\, edge-of-the-world coastlines of Cape Breton\, Nova Scotia\, Sampson’s songwriting has taken him across the globe. But besides the island he hails from\, there might be no place in his story more important than Nashville\, Tennessee\, where he lives now with his family. He moved to Music City in 2005\, and in less than a year Carrie Underwood had recorded his own “Jesus\, Take The Wheel\,” which wound up at number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart for six weeks in a row and earned Gordie a Grammy for Best Country Song of the Year. Since then\, Sampson’s songs have been cut by a long list of established artists that includes Florida Georgia Line\, Luke Bryan\, Rascal Flatts\, Dan + Shay\, Hunter Hayes and Caitlyn Smith and by young up-and-comers like Carly Pearce\, Caylee Hammack and Tenille Townes. \nIt was a winding road to get here. He tore up the stage in high school and afterwards with his early bands\, did time playing and producing for fiddlin’ phenom Ashley MacIsaac\, toured with The Rankin Family\, and was part of Canadian folk music icon Rita MacNeil’s group on her weekly CBC show Rita and Friends. Sampson’s straight-to-the-heart tunes benefit from the weight of his expressive voice on his own records\, – his 1999 album Stones garnered a Juno Award nomination for Best Roots & Traditional Album and he has won numerous East Coast Music Awards. Although he doesn’t often take on outside projects\, he has appeared as a producer for records by The East Pointers and Port Cities. \nGordie heads back home to Canada every summer to spend time with family and friends in his beloved Cape Breton and to perform in the Maritimes\, where enthusiastic audiences welcome him\, year after year.  From 2010-2019 he ran The Gordie Sampson Songcamp\, a retreat that gives young songwriters the opportunity to develop their skills and build relationships with their peers\, and promotes learning in pursuit of artistic excellence. Numerous Songcampers\, including Mo Kenney\, the members of roots/pop group Port Cities\, Dave Sampson and Kyle Mischiek (Sunsetto)  have gone on to build their own successful musical careers. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lee Thomas Miller:  \nhttp://www.leethomasmiller.com. \nHometown: Nicholasville\, KentuckyBachelor degree in Music Theory/Composition(Eastern Kentucky University 1990) \nFORMER PRESIDENT OF THE NASHVILLE SONGWRITER’S ASSOCIATION (NSAI) \n3 Time Grammy Award Nominee:2003 Grammy nomination :“The Impossible” (Joe Nichols) Country Song of the Year:2009 Double Grammy nomination :“You’re Gonna Miss This”(Trace Adkins)-  Country Song of the Year“In Color” (Jamey Johnson)- Country Song of the Year \nMusic Row Magazine: Breakthrough Songwriter of the year 2003 \nAwarded one of NSAI’s  ‘Ten Songs I Wish I Had Written’ 2003: “The Impossible” \nAwarded one of NSAI’s  ‘Ten Songs I Wish I Had Written’ 2008: “You’re Gonna Miss This” \nWon Song of the Year at the 2008 NSAI awards for “You’re Gonna Miss This” \nNominated for Song of the Year at 2008 CMA awards for “You’re Gonna Miss This” \n2009 Double ACM Nominee: “You’re Gonna Miss This” and “In Color” for Song of the Year \nWon Song of the Year at the 2009 ACM awards for “In Color” \nWon Music Row Magazine’s 2009 Song of the Year  for  “In Color” \nAwarded one of NSAI’s  ‘Ten Songs I Wish I Had Written’ 2009: “In Color” \nWon Song of the Year at the 2009 CMA awards for “In Color” \nAwarded BMI’s inaugural “Champion’s Award” 2015 \nNominated for Song of the Year at the 2018 ACM awards for “Whiskey and You” \n#1 Country Singles:  “The Impossible”  (Joe Nichols)**                       “I Just Wanna Be Mad”  (Terri Clark)**                       “The World”   (Brad Paisley)**                       “You’re Gonna Miss This”  (Trace Adkins)*                       “I’m Still A Guy”  (Brad Paisley)                         “Southern Girl”  (Tim McGraw)                           “Perfect Storm” (Brad Paisley) \n(*received BMI Million Play Award)(**received BMI 2 Million Play Award) \n·Other top 10 singles:“It Matters To Her” (Scotty McCreery) #2“It Aint My Fault” (Brothers Osborne) #9“Crushin’ It” (Brad Paisley) #7“In Color”  (Jamey Johnson) #7“Nothing To Die For” (Tim McGraw)  #5“Jesus In Disguise” (Brandon Heath)  #8“Just A Girl” (Brandon Heath) #8 \n·      Other top 20 singles: “Without A Fight” (Brad Paisley/Demi Lovato) #14“People Loving People” (Garth Brooks) #19“Something To Do With My Hands” (Thomas Rhett) #15“Crying On A Suitcase” (Casey James) #14“Leaving Eden” (Brandon Heath) #17“Thought About You” (Tim McGraw) #1 \nCuts include: Jason Aldean\, Tim McGraw\, Chris Stapleton\, Rascal Flatts\, George Strait\, Jamey Johnson\, Trace Adkins\, Garth Brooks\, Dierks Bentley\, Brad Paisley\, Brothers Osborne\, Thomas Rhett\, Joe Nichols\, Josh Turner\, Terri Clark\, John Michael Montgomery\, Montgomery Gentry\, Sammy Kershaw\, Andy Griggs\, Tracy Byrd\, Tracy Lawrence\, Randy Travis\, Billy Currington\, Chris Young\, Rodney Adkins\, Craig Morgan \nProduction credits include  Curb recording artist Steve Holy including the 2006 #1 single: “Brand New Girlfriend” and 2010 top 20 single “Love Don’t Run” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/songwriters-spotlight-nashville-unplugged/ LOCATION:The Crystal Ballroom\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Featured,Friends of the Lerner,Just Announced ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Songwriter-Spotlight-Nashville-Unplugged-1920x1080-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251118T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251118T150000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013059 CREATED:20250304T204800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T161312Z UID:10000280-1763470800-1763478000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Theatre Tour Tuesdays DESCRIPTION:Step behind the curtain and explore the magic of the Lerner Theatre with Theatre Tour Tuesdays! Held one Tuesday a month\, these guided tours offer a fascinating look at the theatre’s rich history and stunning architecture. Tours begin every hour on the hour from 1:00pm-3:00pm\, and no reservations are required. Tickets are just $10 and can be purchased in advance or at the Lerner Theatre Box Office on the day of the tour.\n \nDon’t miss this chance to discover the stories behind the stage!\n \nProceeds from guided tours directly benefit the Lerner Theatre Volunteer Group. \n \nAccess to certain areas of the theatre are subject to change due to event schedules\n  URL:https://thelerner.com/event/theatre-tour-tuesday/2025-11-18/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Tour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Theatre-Tour-Tuesdays-1920x1080-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251116T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251116T160000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013059 CREATED:20240903T151153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T210048Z UID:10000138-1763308800-1763308800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Grand Kyiv Ballet: Snow Queen DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n The Grand Kyiv Ballet’s new winter ballet “The Snow Queen” is based on the world-famous fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen. This fascinating romantic story set to the music of Edvard Grieg\, Jules Massenet\, Mozart\, and Vivaldi\, will give unforgettable bright emotions of happiness for adults and children. \nHandsome Kai\, robbers\, forest fairies\, funny Snowman\, fabulous trolls\, and\, of course\, brave beautiful Gerda who will pass all difficulties on her way. \nKai and Gerda are sitting in their garden among roses when a shard of a witch’s mirror gets into Kai’s eye. His heart becomes hard and cold. One winter day a whirlwind of snow rises around him and he disappears. He is taken by the Snow Queen who lives in a world of ice and snow. \nGerda goes in search of Kai. There are many challenges ahead but love helps her get through them and free Kai from the spell of the Snow Queen. \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/grand-kyiv-ballet-snow-queen/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Dance,Featured,Show ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/1920x1080_snow_queen_the_lerner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251115T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251115T200000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013059 CREATED:20250515T191011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T162112Z UID:10000307-1763236800-1763236800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Midland: The Lerner 100 Year Grand Event DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n Sponsorship Opportunities Available\n \n \n \n \n \n VIP PACKAGE IS AVAILABLE!* – All-In Price: $319.50 \nVIP Package includes one reserved seat ticket\, access to the pre-show acoustic performance and Q&A\, priority early entry\, Midland merchandise item – exclusive to VIP packages\, official Midland VIP laminate + lanyard and crowd free merchandise shopping opportunity. *Limited availability. \n \n \n \n \n \n GRAMMY® nominees Midland have sought to reintroduce the Western plains\, Laurel Canyon-cum-Bakersfield and Lone Star honky tonks to Country music since coming together at a friend’s wedding over common influences and the need for a return to this sort of post-Urban Cowboy Country. For lead singer Mark Wystrach\, bassist/vocalist Cameron Duddy and guitarist/vocalist Jess Carson\, the five-times platinum hit “Drinkin’ Problem” set the stage for their critically acclaimed On The Rocks and No. 1 Billboard Top Country Albums debut Let It Roll to unite classic country fans\, hipsters and media including Entertainment Weekly\, GQ\, The Washington Post\, Vogue\, Esquire\, Variety\, Rolling Stone and NPR. Based in Dripping Springs\, Texas\, the trio of songwriters who developed their sound at Tornillo\, Texas’ storied Sonic Ranch have been building a following that’s sold-out the Houston Rodeo and Livestock Show\, packed a multiple-night stand at Ft. Worth’s iconic Billy Bob’s and re-opened North Hollywood’s legendary Palomino Club for one night only. Bringing listeners a resurgence of their thick harmonies\, sad melodies\, tart lyrics and steel guitar with their critically-acclaimed Dave Cobb-produced album Barely Blue (Big Machine Records)\, the retro-Nuevo trio has grown from bar band to an in-demand headliner. For more on Midland and tour updates\, visit MidlandOfficial.com. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n With Special Guest: Matt Jordan\nBorn and raised  in Saint Louis\, Matt Jordan is an original country artist who splits time between his hometown and Nashville and is making waves in the national country music scene.   \nAmerican Songwriter compared him to Eric Church while The Boot compared him to Bruce Springsteen. He’s also garnered attention from Rolling Stone Country\, CMT\, Taste of Country\, Raised Rowdy\, and Sounds Like Nashville among others. \nWith a high energy live show and unique heartland-rock-meets-country sound\, Matt has been asked to open for artists like Travis Tritt\, Chris Young\, Kip Moore\, Granger Smith and dozens of others and had his music placed on Spotify Editorial Playlists like Country Rocks\, New Music Friday Country\, Next From Nashville and Fresh Finds: Country. \nMatt released his debut full length album\, “The Gamble” in 2022. His single “Wrangler” was shared on the official Jeep Instagram and Tik Tok profiles and featured on Shawn Parr’s Across The Country\, a syndicated radio show airing in 54 markets across the United States. His second full length album\, “Low Lights” was released in February 2024. \nWHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYINGAmerican Songwriter’s Jason Scott proclaims: “Jordan carries with him a very similar rock-informed country style ─ almost feeling like Eric Church with an outlaw bravado. ‘Smoke’ is unapologetically radio-ready\, from its infectious hook and polished exterior. And more than anything\, his voice remains tried and true\, unique enough to stand firmly on its own.” \nThe Boot speaks of his style as “a bit of Bruce Springsteen in Jordan’s vaguely raspy vocals…. A heartland rock-influenced bit of nostalgia. \n​Sounds Like Nashville’s Annie Reuter wrote: “Jordan’s whiskey soaked vocals combined with Brooker’s cosmic lyrical imagery paints the picture of a young couple seeking adventure far away from their hometown. The descriptive verses and warm guitar parts intrigue and as the song picks up the listener is along for the ride thanks to a rollicking beat and arena-ready chorus.” \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Live Music • 7:00 PM\nGuests of this event can come early and enhance your experience with a selection of cocktails and live music in the Lerner Grand Lobby at 7:00 p.m. \nJake Miller and the Midwest Heat\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 Sponsorship Opportunities Available\n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/midland/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:100 Year Celebration,Concert,Featured,Friends of the Lerner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/midland_1920x1080-Alternate-Matt-Jordan.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251114T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251114T190000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013059 CREATED:20250721T173328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T200721Z UID:10000200-1763146800-1763146800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Mutts Gone Nuts: Unleashed! DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n Mutts Gone Nuts – Unleashed! \nCome see a dozen of the world’s most talented four-legged performers\, in an uproariously funny\, comedy dog spectacular that is leaving audiences everywhere howling for more! The all-star lineup includes a Guinness World Record holder\, and an America’s Got Talent fan favorite\, and a host of amazing rescue dogs that will dance\, prance\, flip\, and skip their way right into your heart. \nDeemed “A must see” by The Washington Post\, Mutts Gone Nuts Unleashed is sure to win Best in Show! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nA Night of Laughs & Wagging Tails!\nHotel Elkhart and The Lerner Theatre are teaming up for a one-night-only Mutts Gone Nuts Night Out!Get 2 show tickets and an overnight stay at pet-friendly Hotel Elkhart\, just one block from The Lerner Theatre! Package also includes breakfast for 2 at Relish Café & Confections.Don’t miss this tail-wagging night of fun — book now before it sells out!\n\n \n Stay & Play - Hotel Elkhart\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nPAWS FOR A CAUSE!\nGet 20% off your ticket to see Mutts Gone Nuts on November 14th! \n\nThroughout the month\, you are invited to bring donations of dog food and care items to The Lerner Theatre for a special 20% discount on our upcoming Mutts Gone Nuts show on November 14th! Each week\, donations will support a different local shelter. Your generosity will make tails wag and hearts happy across our community! \n*Limit 1 discount per donation. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/mutts-gone-nuts-unleashed/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Friends of the Lerner,Just Announced,Show ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/mutts-gone-nuts_1920x1080-1-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251107T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251107T190000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013059 CREATED:20250402T160305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T172420Z UID:10000297-1762542000-1762542000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Dusty Slay: The Neighborhood Guy Tour DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n You can take the boy out of the trailer park\, but you can’t take the trailer park out of the boy… stand-up comedian Dusty Slay grew up on Lot 8 of a mobile home neighborhood in Opelika\, Alabama\, with a love for both classic country and rock and a career history peppered with jobs like waiting tables and selling pesticides. Now the Alabama native with the “We’re having a Good Time” attitude is hitting cities all across the country playing comedy clubs and selling out theaters filled with fans eager to imitate his signature Wave. \nThe trucker hat\, long hair and mustache\, flannel shirt and oversized glasses aren’t affectations to cultivate a stage persona as the B-side of a 1970s Bob Seger track—it’s just Dusty. As a young boy\, growing up in a trailer park\, Dusty never felt like he was poor. He didn’t even know folks were better off than him until he went to school and was the only kid whose home address said “Lot 8 Moore’s Trailer Park”. In his comedy he reflects\, “We never felt poor\, we just didn’t have everything growing up. Like instead of ice cream\, my mom would just pour milk into a bowl and then she’d call us in the room and say ‘welp\, you’re too late!’” Raised by a single mother with two daughters from a previous marriage\, Dusty’s unique family home was never lacking for warmth or love. His father\, always present in his life from the very beginning\, made sure to show him the simple joys of boyhood adventure. “We never had real pets growing up\, we just had prisoners of nature. A dog would wander up\, we’d chain it to a tree. Now he’s ours.” \nAs he came of age and started joining the workforce\, Dusty had many jobs. He had multiple stints as a dishwasher and waiter at restaurants and food chains like Papa Johns\, Jim Bob’s Chicken Fingers as well as a couple tours with Western Sizzlin’ and the historic Hyman’s Seafood. He spent 8 years as a pesticide salesman selling to hardware chains like Lowes and Home Depot. “A lot of people would come up to me and ask weird questions like\, we want something that’s gonna kill the insects but not harm the environment. I’d say well\, ‘How bout a shoe’. Cause I’m selling pesticides here.” In 2001\, Dusty bought back his childhood home\, the trailer that he grew up in. At this time he made plans to join the army\, but an untimely arrest for marijuana possession disrupted those plans. Later that September terrorists attacked the World Trade Center in New York and months after the country was at war. “Everything happens for a reason” says Dusty. After a few years of improv classes\, in 2008 Dusty was inspired to try his hand at stand-up comedy where he found his true calling. He won the Charleston Comedy Competition and was named Charleston City Paper’s Stand Up Comedian of the year in his then hometown two years in a row. In 2014 he made the move to Nashville and made Comedy a full-time gig touring comedy clubs all across the country. \nThe Nashville scene welcomed Dusty with open arms and at age 36\, Slay became the youngest comedian at the time to ever perform on the legendary Grand Ole Opry stage. To date he’s logged dozens of appearances in front of “his people” on the historic stage in the last few years fully embedding himself in the country music scene and having been asked to host some of the biggest events across the subculture\, including Hangover Fest at the ACMs in Las Vegas in 2022 and CMA Fest’s Forever Country Stage with the likes of Scotty McCreery\, Dustin Lynch\, Lainey Wilson and some of the most iconic names in the genre. \nIt wasn’t long before his comedy caught the attention of The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon where he’s since performed 6 unforgettable late-night sets\, firmly establishing himself as a crowd favorite and bona fide star on the silver screen. His breakout performances launched him into the Netflix family featuring as one of six comics in season 3 of The Stand Ups\, highlighting the brightest new comedians at the top of their game in ½-hour stand-up comedy formats. Dusty made his solo Netflix debut January 2024 with his first one-hour special\, WORKIN’ MAN\, celebrating his many years as a “road dog” comic\, and the material he’s honed and crafted\, reflecting on his trailer park upbringing\, the hilarious nuance of hourly shift work and the amusing idiosyncrasies of everyday life. \nWORKIN’ MAN opened to tremendous success on the Netflix platform paving the way for partnerships and collaborations with iconic brands like Cracker Barrel\, Lugz and Field & Stream. Appearances on Hollywood Squares with Drew Barrymore as well as trending podcasts like This Past Weekend with Theo Von and Kill Tony have continue to raise Dusty’s profile from Nashville legend to mainstream comedy hero. In the summer of ’25\, Dusty released his latest Netflix special WET HEAT\, a love letter to the south sharing his experiences traveling the country and getting into mischief in the hot and muggy regions he’s always called home. \nThis event has been designated as a No-Weapons event**with exception for law enforcement \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/dusty-slay/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Comedy,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/DustySlay_ELKIN_1920x1080.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251101T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251101T193000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013059 CREATED:20250903T144531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T205538Z UID:10000324-1762025400-1762025400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:I'll Play the Blues: Southern Soul Festival DESCRIPTION:Experience an unforgettable night of soul\, blues\, and R&B as legendary voices and rising stars take the stage at I’ll Play the Blues: Southern Soul Festival. Headlined by Willie Clayton—one of the last great soul men whose career spans more than four decades—the evening also features powerhouse performances by Southern Soul diva Kandy Janai\, trailblazing hitmaker Magic One\, soulful crooner J-Wonn\, and the “Kang of Trailride Blues\,” Jeter Jones. Together\, these dynamic performers bring grit\, passion\, and timeless music that bridges generations\, offering an electrifying celebration of rhythm\, love\, and soul you won’t want to miss.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n VIP PACKAGES ARE AVAILABLE!\nVIP Package includes Early Entry into VIP lounge with a cash bar for cocktail hour and a pre-show Meet & Greet with the artists. VIP doors open at 5:30pm\, event begins at 7:30pm.\n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \nWillie Clayton \nWillie Clayton is a singer-songwriter and producer. Like many other black singer/songwriters\, he began performing gospel music in church settings as a youngster and then moved into the  secular field as a lyricist\, producer\, and singer. An active recording artist since the 1970s\, Clayton’s career has endured almost 40 years and has spanned a repertoire in the styles of  R&B\, soul\, and gospel. Birthed into an era of soul and R&B legends\, a time when music was  pure\, lyrics had meaning\, and artists had pronounceable names\, Willie Clayton is now one of the  few working artists of his contemporaries. Since the 1970’s he’s been crooning with the likes of  Ron Isley\, Bobby Womack\, Sam Cooke and Marvin Gaye\, yet now he stands nearly alone\, facing a new generation. \nBorn in the Deep South (Indianola\, Mississippi) during the days of segregation\, Clayton\, unable  to find proper management or the success he sought moved to Chicago in 1971. Like many  other African American artists in the 1970’s\, the young singer ended up contracted to Hi  Records in Memphis\, where he worked with producer Willie Mitchell and the vaunted Hi rhythm  section. Hi issued a series of fine Clayton efforts on its Pawn subsidiary\, including “I Must Be  Losin’ You\,” “It’s Time You Made Up Your Mind\,” and “Baby You’re Ready\,” but none of them hit.  Finally\, in 1984\, Clayton enjoyed a taste of soul success when his “Tell Me” (produced by  General Crook) and “What a Way to Put It”\, scored on to the R&B charts. Let’s Get Together\,  Clayton’s 1993 album for Johnny Vincent’s Ace record label\, was a smooth soul-blues hybrid  dominated by originals but titled after Al Green’s immortal hit. \nSimply back on the scene after the mainstream success of Clayton’s “Boom Boom Boom and “A Woman Knows”\, which landed on Billboard album and airplay charts. Clayton is prepared to teach a new generation the right way to love. Self classified as an all-encompassing singer\, he refuses to be pigeonholed in one genre of music. “There aren’t many real gritty R&B singers. Bobby Womack\, Charlie Wilson and I are the last of that generation. \nI keep up with the music because I keep changing with the times. Where Levert left off\, I am picking it up\, and like him my music is relatable across the generations.” \nIn 2009 Clayton made what is known as one of the all time fan favorites with the project entitled Love\, Romance and Respect which featured two back to back Top 25 Urban Adult Contemporary Airplay Billboard Singles Charts with “Dance The Nite Away” and “We Both Grown” featuring Dave Hollister.Love\, Romance and Respect is truly a classic R&B album the world over. Working with young musicians and producers\, (none over the age of 30) has allowed Clayton to speak the language of love to modern rhythm and blues. Grateful for the young energy\, the expertise and perspective\, he feels this album is full of timeless music. “It’s not a one single album\, it’s grown and sexy. It’s about bringing romance\, love\, respect and sensuality back in the house.” \nIn 2011 the multi-talented singer\, songwriter\, producer released two separate projects in one physical year. “That’s work”\, said Clayton. The projects included The Voice which featured the hit single “Tonight” and The Tribute: One Man\, One Voice\, which featured the hit single “Be With Me”. Both singles were Top 25 records on the Urban Adult Contemporary airplay chart. Clayton continues to not just release music but quality projects that satisfy his fans and keep him entertaining fans all over the world.  With multiple releases throughout his career\, even in 2012 Clayton is confident in his newest offering to the world\, even reaching generation next\, by building an Internet presence and bridging the generational gap. “Mood music has no age limits\, this album reminds you how good it is to be in love\, or shows you how sweet it can be!” \nConsidered by critics and fans alike to be one of the last great “Soul” men\, Clayton continues to record and perform and has maintained a devoted following throughout the world.  With his new album “UNTAMABLE” featuring “Girl I Want Your Body”\, Mr. Clayton has once again laid claim to that famed title.  For those who have yet to partake of the Willie Clayton experience\, please do so hurriedly\, because this awesome wonder is just getting started. \nKandy Janai \nThe southern soul award winning diva\, Hailing out of Quincy Florida\, by way of Jackson Mississippi \, known by Kandy Janai the southern soul diva. Ms das my kitty.. Ms roll it and pat it.. new to the Southern soul scene but coming in hard.. she is bad to the bone\, bringing soul mixed with style and sex appeal. She has won several awards Amg southern soul award next best female entertainner of the year\, and radio records awards female southern soul artist of the year. She was the first southern soul artist be booked by Hollywood celeb and travel to Hollywood for performance of Song hit single das my kitty. She also was her music featured in movies and will continue to do her thing in the southern soul genre.  Kandy Janai who was born Kandace Gordon in Tallahassee Florida on April 8\,1987 to her mother Kayotris Bethea Thomas and her late father (Robert). Kandy Janai was raised by her parents Kayotris and Sedric Thomas. She attended Gadsden county Florida public schools where she always was at the top percent academics while in school and varsity cheerleading captain. She graduated and joined the United States Navy as a military police and later became a civilian deputy sheriff & agent after her military duties and . Kandy Janai is now pursuing her music\, fashion business and accepting clients for styling.  As a child Kandy Janai was very involved in sports\, theater\, but she was also involved at her church in the youth choir.  Kandy Janai is a Christian and as a child she attended Beulah hill missionary Baptist church in Gretna Florida\, Where she then  picked up her musical skills.  Kandy Janai is a mother of two.. Journi 13 Kaylep 9. Kandy Janai motto is that I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me and most of all Faith over fear; which she wears on her necklace she personally designed to remind her the God is with her always..  She is the currently working on her On new EP dropping 2025 Stay tuned for more hits\, videos\, shows\, and more from her. She definitely making her mark as the southern soul diva. \nMagic One \nMagic One is a trailblazing\, Southern Soul artist\, writer\, & producer\, introduced to Southern Soul as the protege of T.K.Soul. \nHailing from the small town of Ruston\, Louisiana\, Magic One\, Duane Harris\, has been in the music industry for 25 plus years\, working in Hip-Hop\, Gospel\, & R&B. \nHis claim to fame came with his hits: “It’s The Weekend”\, “High Heels & Jeans”\, and “Tha Baddest” from his 1st album\, “Magic Show”!! Magic One’s sophomore album\, “Magic Show II”\, has topped charts with more fire hits : “Nose Wide Open”\, “Mind Made Up”\, & “Turn It Up”\, just a few! This album has that MAGIC touch with something for everyone: young & old!! The Magic Show time continues with the release of “Magic Show III”; his third and most recent collection of music! The third time is a charmer with his new women’s anthem “Super Fine”\, “Hen Pecked”\, and a beautiful collaboration: “Sumn Gotta Shake”\, with Southern Soul songstress\, Lacee! This album continues with Magic One’s unique sound\, strong vocals\, & creative writings! \nHe’s also known for adding heat to some hot collaborations with various artists\, such as:  “Still Learning How To Love;” with Wendell B; and “High Heels & Jeans Remix” with Wendell B\, again\, Avail Hollywood\, Vick Allen\, & LJ Echols; just to name a few. \nHe has not only written some of his own music but for other Southern Soul artists\, sharing his magic wonder. Magic One aspires to make good music that inspires \, encourages\, and most importantly makes you move and groove! \nJ Wonn \nWith his infectious smile\, soulful melodies\, smooth vocals\, and heartfelt lyrics\, J- Wonn has quickly become one of the most exciting voices in Southern Soul. In a recent interview with The Fleet Mag reporter\, Dr. Marsha\, the Mississippi native opened up about his musical journey\, his creative inspirations\, and his unwavering faith that has guided his path. \nJ-Wonn started out in a high school band\, honing his talents in a more blues-infused style. He released the single “I Got This Record” in 2013 which helped boost his recognition and popularity. According to research prior to our sit down\, he is also known for hosting the J-Wonn’s Blues Cruise which featured performances by Sweet Angel and Kirby Smooth. This guy is an entrepreneur to the core. Please check out his ‘merch” on his website. He built himself a state of the art home studio and he has his own label that he records under. \nHe credits his mom and grandma with introducing him to the Southern Soul genre he’s become known for. He said\, “I used to wake up on Sunday mornings listening to Mom’s Apple Pie”. Learning from them and his musical heroes\, he realized that the road to success isn’t about going viral\, but about the strength of consistent hard work. He has put in the work. He started in the music industry while in high school and has been going strong ever since. His advice to aspiring artists\, “find your audience\, “and “once you find your audience\, just feed them.” That’s how you build your tribe \nWhether he is writing or producing\, J-Wonn often brings a fully-formed idea to the table. He finds real joy in collaborating and has worked with artists like Lenny Williams and Nellie Tiger Travis. His key piece of advice is to approach any collaboration with something valuable to offer\, not simply an ask. \nHaving an in-home studio has been a game-changer for J-Wonn\, allowing him to create at his leisure. He stresses the importance for independent artists to copyright their work before sharing it with the world and he provides a list of key resources to any Indie artist at the beginning of their journeys: \n\nA music publishing account\nA copyright registration\nA Google Adsense account\nFull control of your YouTube channel\n\nLooking ahead\, J-Wonn has a new single dropping– so mark your calendars! His dream collaborations include the legendary Bobby Rush\, as well as icons Fantasia and Jazmine Sullivan. It’s clear that this hardworking artist has a bright future in music and I believe he is going to make it happen. \n-Wonn embodies the idea that success should be used to support and uplift others. He has his own fragrance line and also runs ‘The Man Behind the Pen‘ website\, through which he provides songwriting resources. Additionally\, he heads the ‘Skull and Gloves Foundation’\, a heartwarming initiative that supplies elementary school children with winter necessities. \nJ -Wonn embodies the idea that success should be used to support and uplift others. He has his own fragrance line and also runs ‘The Man Behind the Pen‘ website\, through which he provides songwriting resources. Additionally\, he heads the ‘Skull and Gloves Foundation’\, a heartwarming initiative that supplies elementary school children with winter necessities. \nJeter Jones \nJeter Jones is a decorated military veteran and an acclaimed Southern soul blues artist known as “The Kang of Trailride Blues\,” celebrated for his unique blend of blues\, R&B\, and hip-hop. \nJeter Jones\, born Gary C. Jones\, hails from Mansfield\, Louisiana. He grew up in a musical family\, influenced by gospel music\, which laid the foundation for his future career. After the September 11 attacks\, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and later served in the U.S. Army\, completing a total of 20 years of military service. He was deployed in combat zones\, including Iraq and Afghanistan\, earning several decorations for his service before retiring at the rank of Sergeant First Class. \nIn 2013\, while still in the military\, Jeter began pursuing his passion for music\, recording original blues and trailride music. His debut albums\, including “Da GQ Country Boy” (2015) and “Trailride Certified” (2016)\, marked significant milestones in his career. He has since released several albums\, such as “Dhis Him” (2018) and “Mufassa” (2020)\, showcasing his evolution as an artist. \nJeter Jones has made a significant impact on the Southern soul music scene\, earning the title of “Hometown Hero” in his community. He is actively involved in local projects\, including supporting school bands and participating in church activities as the Youth Director at Bethlehem Baptist Church in Naborton\, Louisiana. His album “2 Kings” reached number 11 on the Billboard Blues Albums Chart\, further solidifying his status as a prominent figure in the genre. \nDespite his success\, Jeter remains deeply connected to his roots and community. He continues to inspire others through his music and service\, embodying the spirit of resilience and artistry that defines his journey from military service to musical acclaim. \nJeter Jones’s story is one of dedication\, talent\, and a commitment to uplifting his community through the power of music. His contributions to the Southern soul genre and his military service make him a remarkable figure in both fields. \n  \n\n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/ill-play-the-blues-southern-soul-festival/ 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/2025/09/Play-the-Blues-1920x1080-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251023T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251023T190000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013059 CREATED:20250304T181414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T190839Z UID:10000272-1761246000-1761246000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Killers of Kill Tony DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n RESCHEDULED: “KILLERS OF KILL TONY” STANDUP SHOW COMES TO ELKHART \nPERFORMANCE TO FEATURE TOP TALENT FROM WORLD’S #1 LIVE PODCAST \nThe Killers of Kill Tony performance originally scheduled for 7:00pm on Friday\, July 25 at The Lerner Theatre has been rescheduled for Thursday\, October 23\, 2025 at 7:00pm.   \n**Updated Lineup: Ari Matti\, David Lucas\, Hans Kim\, Martin Phillips\, David Jolly and Kim Congdon  \nAll tickets for the original performance will be honored\, so patrons should hold on to their tickets. For ticket inquiries\, please contact The Lerner Theatre Box Office. For tour information\, please visit https://killtony.komi.io/.   \nRegulars and fan favorites from “Kill Tony”\, the #1 live podcast in the world\, bring their standup show on the road with “Killers of Kill Tony”\, coming to The Lerner Theatre on Thursday\, October 23rd\, 2025 \nBuilding upon the success and energy of “KIll Tony”\, “Killers of Kill Tony” showcases the diverse talent pool of comedians who have graced the stage of the original podcast with their wit\, humor\, and unique comedic styles. “Killers of Kill Tony” will feature your favorite characters doing their longer standup sets\, all in one night. \nThe current “Killers of Kill Tony” lineup includes Ari Matti\, David Lucas\, Hans Kim\, Martin Phillips\, David Jolly and Kim Congdon.  This lineup is subject to change. \nThis event has been designated as a No-Weapons event**with exception for law enforcement \nReschedule Refund Information:   \nTicketholders should contact the Box Office by July 5th\, 2025 for a refund if the new date is not suitable. 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 \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 Lerner Grand Lobby at 6:00 p.m. \nJoe Kerby\n\nA South Bend native\, Joe Kerby is a versatile musician who blends acoustic guitar\, vocals\, and effects to cover a wide range of genres—from pop and folk to rock\, R&B\, and jam band/alternative. Known for his ability to play both rhythm and lead\, wide vocal range\, and dynamic set lists\, Joe brings a fresh\, personal touch to every song\, whether it’s a timeless classic or a modern favorite. Notable bands Joe has played with include Breakfast for Dinner\, Concerned Neighbor\, Babylon Sneakers\, Echo Drive\, and Syntax.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/killers-of-kill-tony/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Comedy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/10.23_KillersOfKillTony_ELKIN_1920x1080.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251019T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251019T140000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013059 CREATED:20250129T185713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T163427Z UID:10000265-1760882400-1760882400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Premier Arts: Disney's Descendants - The Musical DESCRIPTION:Imprisoned on the Isle of the Lost – home of the most infamous villains who ever lived – the teenaged children of Maleficent\, the Evil Queen\, Jafar\, and Cruella De Vil have never ventured off the island… until now. When the four troublemakers are sent to attend prep school alongside the children of beloved Disney heroes\, they have a difficult choice to make: should they follow in their parentsʼ wicked footsteps or learn to be good? \n \n GET TICKETS - FRIDAY\n \n GET TICKETS - SATURDAY\n \n GET TICKETS - SUNDAY URL:https://thelerner.com/event/the-descendants/2025-10-19/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Musical,Premier Arts,Show,Theatrical Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/descendants-1920x10802-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251018T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251018T193000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013059 CREATED:20250129T185713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T163427Z UID:10000264-1760815800-1760815800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Premier Arts: Disney's Descendants - The Musical DESCRIPTION:Imprisoned on the Isle of the Lost – home of the most infamous villains who ever lived – the teenaged children of Maleficent\, the Evil Queen\, Jafar\, and Cruella De Vil have never ventured off the island… until now. When the four troublemakers are sent to attend prep school alongside the children of beloved Disney heroes\, they have a difficult choice to make: should they follow in their parentsʼ wicked footsteps or learn to be good? \n \n GET TICKETS - FRIDAY\n \n GET TICKETS - SATURDAY\n \n GET TICKETS - SUNDAY URL:https://thelerner.com/event/the-descendants/2025-10-18/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Musical,Premier Arts,Show,Theatrical Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/descendants-1920x10802-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251018T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251018T140000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013059 CREATED:20250129T191459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T163541Z UID:10000266-1760796000-1760796000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Premier Arts: Disney's Descendants - The Musical - All Youth Production DESCRIPTION:Imprisoned on the Isle of the Lost – home of the most infamous villains who ever lived – the teenaged children of Maleficent\, the Evil Queen\, Jafar\, and Cruella De Vil have never ventured off the island… until now. When the four troublemakers are sent to attend prep school alongside the children of beloved Disney heroes\, they have a difficult choice to make: should they follow in their parentsʼ wicked footsteps or learn to be good? \n \n GET TICKETS - ALL YOUTH CAST URL:https://thelerner.com/event/disneys-descendants-the-musical-all-youth/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Musical,Premier Arts,Show,Theatrical Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/descendants-1920x10803-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251017T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251017T193000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013059 CREATED:20250129T185713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T163427Z UID:10000263-1760729400-1760729400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Premier Arts: Disney's Descendants - The Musical DESCRIPTION:Imprisoned on the Isle of the Lost – home of the most infamous villains who ever lived – the teenaged children of Maleficent\, the Evil Queen\, Jafar\, and Cruella De Vil have never ventured off the island… until now. When the four troublemakers are sent to attend prep school alongside the children of beloved Disney heroes\, they have a difficult choice to make: should they follow in their parentsʼ wicked footsteps or learn to be good? \n \n GET TICKETS - FRIDAY\n \n GET TICKETS - SATURDAY\n \n GET TICKETS - SUNDAY URL:https://thelerner.com/event/the-descendants/2025-10-17/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Musical,Premier Arts,Show,Theatrical Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/descendants-1920x10802-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251014T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251014T150000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013059 CREATED:20250304T204800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T161312Z UID:10000279-1760446800-1760454000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Theatre Tour Tuesdays DESCRIPTION:Step behind the curtain and explore the magic of the Lerner Theatre with Theatre Tour Tuesdays! Held one Tuesday a month\, these guided tours offer a fascinating look at the theatre’s rich history and stunning architecture. Tours begin every hour on the hour from 1:00pm-3:00pm\, and no reservations are required. Tickets are just $10 and can be purchased in advance or at the Lerner Theatre Box Office on the day of the tour.\n \nDon’t miss this chance to discover the stories behind the stage!\n \nProceeds from guided tours directly benefit the Lerner Theatre Volunteer Group. \n \nAccess to certain areas of the theatre are subject to change due to event schedules\n  URL:https://thelerner.com/event/theatre-tour-tuesday/2025-10-14/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Tour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Theatre-Tour-Tuesdays-1920x1080-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251010T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251010T190000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013059 CREATED:20250429T152034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T140505Z UID:10000302-1760122800-1760122800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Hometown Jams: Starship + Foghat DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n With a career spanning decades\, Starship featuring Mickey Thomas will bring their charttopping anthems like “We Built This City\,” “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now\,” and “Sara” to life. Sharing the stage\, Foghat will deliver their signature blues-rock sound with classics such as “Slow Ride\,” “Fool for the City\,” and “I Just Want to Make Love to You.” \n“Starship and Foghat represent some of the best sounds of classic rock\, and we’re excited to bring them together for one incredible night in Elkhart\,” said Tyrus Joseforsky\, Founder of Hometown Jams. “Their music has connected generations\, and this will be a night fans won’t want to miss.” \nThis event has been designated as a No-Weapons event**with exception for law enforcement \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/starship-foghat/ 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/2025/04/HJFOGHAT-ELKHART-v2-1200x630-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251007T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251007T193000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013059 CREATED:20250723T175554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T192956Z UID:10000202-1759858200-1759865400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Get Up To Speed: Marijuana Myth Busting with Kevin Sabet DESCRIPTION:Dr. Kevin Sabet is a leading expert on drug policy\, a former advisor to three U.S. presidential administrations\, and the President of Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM). He is known for his balanced\, science-based approach to marijuana policy and his commitment to protecting public health and safety. \nThis event is for anyone who wants to separate fact from fiction when itcomes to marijuana. Whether you’re: \n\nCurious but not well-informed about marijuana\nUnsure what’s fact and what’s myth\nConcerned about the impact of marijuana on youth\, communities\, or health\nInterested in learning from one of the nation’s leading experts on drug policy\n\n…this session is for you. Join us to get up to speed with accurate\, balanced information that will help you better understand this important issue. \nKevin A. Sabet\, PhDKevin Sabet is an internationally recognized expert on drug policy and the founder and president of Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM)\, a nonpartisan\, nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing evidence-based marijuana laws and preventing the harms of drug misuse. He served as a senior drug policy advisor to Presidents Clinton\, Bush\, and Obama\, and has testified before Congress\, the United Nations\, and numerous state legislatures. \nWith a doctorate from Oxford University and more than 25 years of experience in public health and policy\, Dr. Sabet is known for translating complex research into practical policy solutions. He is frequently featured in national media\, including The New York Times\, CNN\, NBC\, and The Washington Post\, and was dubbed the “prodigy of drug politics” by Salon. \nThrough his work\, Dr. Sabet brings clarity\, credibility\, and compassion to one of today’s most complex public health debates. \nThis event is sponsored by the Elkhart County Drug-Free Partnership\, Elkhart County Prosecutor’s Office\, and Write Connections | strategy + design \n \n Learn more about this Event! URL:https://thelerner.com/event/get-up-to-speed-marijuana-myth-busting-with-kevin-sabet/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event,Just Announced,Talks / Discussion ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Kevin-Sabet-for-Lerner-1920x1080-1-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251003T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20251003T190000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013059 CREATED:20250310T183644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T205717Z UID:10000282-1759518000-1759518000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:World Ballet Company: The Great Gatsby Ballet DESCRIPTION:Photo by Will Bucquoy\n \n \n \n \n Photo by Will Bucquoy\n \n \n \n \n Photo by Will Bucquoy\n \n \n \n \n Photo by Will Bucquoy\n \n \n \n \n Photo by Will Bucquoy\n \n \n \n \n Photo by Mikki Kunntu\n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \nDance into the Roaring Twenties with this dazzling Broadway-style ballet. \nImmerse yourself in the jazzy world of flappers and champagne with this new and entirely original production from World Ballet Company. Experience the glitz\, glamor\, and tragic romance of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s timeless novel LIVE on stage\, featuring a multinational cast\, lustrous hand-crafted costumes\, and sweeping Art Deco-inspired sets\, brought to life by WBC’s all-star creative team. \nWorld Ballet Company’s “The Great Gatsby” is the must-see show of the season. Dress to impress\, raise a glass\, and get swept away in an unforgettable night of elegance\, drama\, and breathtaking artistry. \nDuration: 2 hours (including 20-minute intermission)Audience: For ages 8 & overWBC Website: https://worldballetcompany.com/elkhart World Ballet Company – Ballet Everywhere\, Ballet For All. \n*The Creative Team behind The Great Gatsby: Renowned choreographer Ilya Zhivoy captures the passion of the novel’s central love story with a sensual\, dynamic style. Celebrated LA-based film and TV composer Anna Drubich\, whose work includes the music for the 2023 Oscar-winning Navalny documentary\, makes her ballet debut with a rich\, lively score that embraces the sounds of the Jazz Age. Theatrical costume designs by Sonya Vartanyan complete the production with sumptuousness and flair. \n*About the Company: Based in Los Angeles\, and led by Sasha Gorskaya and Gulya Hartwick\, World Ballet Company presents the most beloved and iconic ballets of our time in cities nationwide. Driven by the belief that ballet is for everyone\, performances appeal to newcomers and seasoned ballet goers alike. The company attracts many international artists and comprises renowned professional dancers representing over ten countries. To date\, World Ballet Company has traveled to more than 300 cities\, reaching an audience of more than 500\,000 fans. \n\n \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/world-ballet-company-the-great-gatsby/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Dance,Featured,Show ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/GG3_04_1920x1080_quote-1-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250927T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250927T190000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013059 CREATED:20250818T193534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T201949Z UID:10000322-1758999600-1758999600@thelerner.com SUMMARY:512: The Selena Experience DESCRIPTION:512: The Selena Experience is a mind-blowing experience and the closest one you can get to live a Selena concert.  Simply\, the best Selena tribute production out there!   These musicians came together and orchestrated an extraordinary show that will take you back to 1995 within seconds of their first song. 512 will bring to you the finest Selena tribute that you can possibly imagine. Performing all of Selena’s hits including Como La Flor\, Amor Prohibido\, Si Una Vez\, Bidi Bidi Bom Bomand more…Now\, get ready to sing\, dance\, and relive Selena! \nThe members of 512: The Selena Experience came together for one reason and one reason only: to bring the magic of Selena to old and new fans worldwide! Having sold out venue after venue\, with performances in performing arts center\, casinos and festivals across the country\, 512 are on fire. The group has even performed for the Chicago Bulls and United States Marine Corps in Okinawa\, Japan\, twice! \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for the Elkhart Hispanic Heritage Festival!\n \nIn addition to this exciting performance\, guests are encouraged to enjoy the Elkhart Hispanic Heritage Festival\, taking place throughout the day in downtown Elkhart. This vibrant celebration will feature music\, food\, and family-friendly activities honoring Hispanic culture and traditions. After the show\, plan to stay and join us on the lawn for a spectacular fireworks display to close out the evening in true community spirit.\n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n 512: La Experiencia Selena es una experiencia alucinante y lo más cercano a vivir un concierto de Selena. ¡Sencillamente\, la mejor producción tributo a Selena! Estos músicos se unieron y orquestaron un espectáculo extraordinario que te transportará a 1995 en segundos desde su primera canción. 512 te traerá el mejor tributo a Selena que puedas imaginar. Interpretarán todos los éxitos de Selena\, incluyendo “Como La Flor”\, “Amor Prohibido”\, “Si Una Vez”\, “Bidi Bidi Bom Bom” y más… ¡Prepárate para cantar\, bailar y revivir a Selena! \n \nLos miembros de 512: The Selena Experience se unieron por una sola razón: ¡llevar la magia de Selena a fans nuevos y antiguos de todo el mundo! Tras haber agotado las entradas de sala tras sala\, con actuaciones en centros de artes escénicas\, casinos y festivales por todo el país\, 512 está que arde. ¡El grupo incluso ha actuado para los Chicago Bulls y el Cuerpo de Marines de los Estados Unidos en Okinawa\, Japón\, dos veces!\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n ¡Únase a nosotros en el Festival de la Herencia Hispana de Elkhart! \nAdemás de esta emocionante presentación\, les invitamos a disfrutar del Festival de la Herencia Hispana de Elkhart\, que se celebra durante todo el día en el centro de Elkhart. Esta vibrante celebración contará con música\, comida y actividades para toda la familia que honran la cultura y las tradiciones hispanas. Después del espectáculo\, quédese en el jardín para disfrutar de un espectacular espectáculo de fuegos artificiales que cerrará la noche con un auténtico espíritu comunitario. \n \n conseguir entradas URL:https://thelerner.com/event/512-the-selena-experience/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Featured,Friends of the Lerner,Just Announced ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/512-selena-tribute_1920x1080-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250924T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250924T130000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013059 CREATED:20250226T155533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T165313Z UID:10000270-1758711600-1758718800@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. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/lunchtime-live-2025/2025-09-24/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Free Event,Kimball Organ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Lunchtime-Live-2025-1920x1080-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250921T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250921T190000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013059 CREATED:20250508T185415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T175618Z UID:10000303-1758481200-1758481200@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Steven Curtis Chapman’s SPEECHLESS ’25 Tour DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n Steven Curtis Chapman is bringing his SPEECHLESS ’25 Tour to a city near you! The tour will be celebrating 25 years of the iconic album that featured seven #1 radio hits\, “Speechless”. Come hear the album played front to back in its entirety for the very first time – featuring songs like “Dive\,” “Be Still and Know\,” “Fingerprints of God\,” and “Speechless” – as well as a few other hits and surprises. Don’t miss SPEECHLESS ’25 Tour this fall! \nVIP PACKAGES ARE AVAILABLE! \nVIP Package includes Early Entry\, VIP Tour Laminate\, Exclusive VIP Poster and $5 Steven Curtis Chapman Merchandise Voucher with early shopping access. \nThis event has been designated as a No-Weapons event**with exception for law enforcement \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/steven-curtis-chapman-speechless-25-tour/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Featured,Show,Tour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/SCC_Speechless25_Elkhart_1920x1080-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250916T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250916T150000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013059 CREATED:20250304T204800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T161312Z UID:10000278-1758027600-1758034800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Theatre Tour Tuesdays DESCRIPTION:Step behind the curtain and explore the magic of the Lerner Theatre with Theatre Tour Tuesdays! Held one Tuesday a month\, these guided tours offer a fascinating look at the theatre’s rich history and stunning architecture. Tours begin every hour on the hour from 1:00pm-3:00pm\, and no reservations are required. Tickets are just $10 and can be purchased in advance or at the Lerner Theatre Box Office on the day of the tour.\n \nDon’t miss this chance to discover the stories behind the stage!\n \nProceeds from guided tours directly benefit the Lerner Theatre Volunteer Group. \n \nAccess to certain areas of the theatre are subject to change due to event schedules\n  URL:https://thelerner.com/event/theatre-tour-tuesday/2025-09-16/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Tour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Theatre-Tour-Tuesdays-1920x1080-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250907T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20250907T160000 DTSTAMP:20261023T013059 CREATED:20250707T145056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T204210Z UID:10000313-1757260800-1757260800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Elkhart County Symphony - Classics at the Woodland DESCRIPTION:Get Elkhart County Symphony Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \nSeason 78 Begins at the Woodland! \nThe Elkhart County Symphony’s marvelous Season 78 premiere presents works by Mozart and Shostakovich\, and more\, from the tranquil comfort of the new outdoor Woodland Pavilion at Elkhart’s Wellfield Botanic Gardens \n“Classics at the Woodland\,” the Elkhart County Symphony’s 2025-26 season premiere\, presents wondrous orchestral music from the new\, outdoor Woodland Pavilion performance area at Elkhart’s Wellfield Botanic Gardens. On Sept. 7—within the serene\, late-summer splendor of Wellfield\, and now unhindered by any potential for uncooperative weather—the Symphony performs Mozart’s Overture from Marriage of Figaro\, Intermezzo from Cavalleria rusticana (Mascagni)\, L’Arlésienne Suite No. 2 (Bizet/Guiraud)\, and Festive Overture (Shostakovich). \nThe Symphony’s principal horn\, Debra Inglefield\, is featured performing Mozart’s Horn Concerto No. 4 in E flat. Ms. Inglefield\, a revered music teacher in our area\, has been teaching French horn at the University of Notre Dame since 1999 and has performed with numerous bands and orchestras\, including the Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra and the Elkhart Municipal Band. She is currently the Adjunct Instructor of Horn at Indiana University South Bend\, Andrews University\, and the University of Notre Dame. \nA repertoire fit for a splendid location \nWolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Horn Concerto No. 4 in E flat was completed in 1786. The renowned composer wrote the manuscript for the concerto in red\, green\, blue\, and black ink\, which was thought to be a humorous attempt by Mozart to jostle his longtime friend Joseph Leutgeb—the intended horn player for all four of Mozart’s Horn Concertos. The work is in three movements and is thought to have been first performed sometime in 1786. \nConsidered by most to be one of the greatest operas ever written\, The Marriage of Figaro was composed by Mozart in 1786\, with an Italian libretto written by Lorenzo Da Ponte and based on the 1784 stage comedy by Pierre Beaumarchais\, La folle journée\, ou le Mariage de Figaro (“The Mad Day\, or The Marriage of Figaro”). The opera\, which premiered at the Burgtheater in Vienna on May 1\, 1786\, consistently ranks among the top 10 most performed operas worldwide (Operabase) and is considered foundational to the operatic repertoire. Marriage of Figaro—voted the greatest opera ever written by 172 opera singers in a 2017 BBC poll—is regarded as a masterpiece of operatic comedy. Music from the opera has been popularized through appearances in countless films and television shows. \nDmitri Shostakovich composed Festive Overture in 1954 after a piece was commissioned for the Bolshoi Theatre’s celebration of the 37th anniversary of the October Revolution. The score\, which begins with a brass fanfare later reappears before the work’s coda\, is one of the most beloved and enduring of Shostakovich’s occasional scores. \n\n \n Get Elkhart County Symphony Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/elkhart-county-symphony-classics-at-the-woodland/ LOCATION:Wellfield Botanic Gardens\, 1011 North Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46514\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Elkhart County Symphony ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Woodlands-1920x1080-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Elkhart County Symphony":MAILTO:elkhartsymphony@gmail.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR