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:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241218T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241218T130000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014149 CREATED:20240206T212152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T160048Z UID:10000091-1734519600-1734526800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Lunchtime Live with Celia Weiss – Kimball Organ Concert DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to welcome an Elkhart favorite\, Celia Weiss\, back on The Lerner’s 1924 Kimball Organ in this free community series. Please join us for three free organ concerts live from The Lerner Theatre stage. \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 three 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/2024-12-18/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event,Kimball Organ,Lerner Live! ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Web-Banner-Template-Celia-Weiss2-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241215T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241215T140000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014149 CREATED:20240129T210038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T161041Z UID:10000181-1734271200-1734271200@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Elf the Musical DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand\, ELF The Musical is the hilarious tale of Buddy\, a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls into Santaʼs bag of gifts and is transported back to the North Pole. Unaware that he is actually human\, Buddyʼs enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santaʼs permission\, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father\, discover his true identity\, and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. \n* All ticket prices include a $2 Lerner processing fee \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/elf-the-musical-1215/ 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/2024/01/PA-Web-Banner-Elf.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241214T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241214T193000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014149 CREATED:20240129T205441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T161130Z UID:10000180-1734204600-1734204600@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Elf the Musical DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand\, ELF The Musical is the hilarious tale of Buddy\, a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls into Santaʼs bag of gifts and is transported back to the North Pole. Unaware that he is actually human\, Buddyʼs enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santaʼs permission\, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father\, discover his true identity\, and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. \n* All ticket prices include a $2 Lerner processing fee \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/elf-the-musical-1214/ 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/2024/01/PA-Web-Banner-Elf.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241214T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241214T140000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014149 CREATED:20240129T210344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T161400Z UID:10000085-1734184800-1734184800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Elf the Musical Jr. DESCRIPTION:ALL YOUTH PRODUCTION DEC. 14th at 2pm | THE LERNER THEATREBack by popular demand\, ELF The Musical is the hilarious tale of Buddy\, a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls into Santaʼs bag of gifts and is transported back to the North Pole. Unaware that he is actually human\, Buddyʼs enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santaʼs permission\, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father\, discover his true identity\, and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. \n* All ticket prices include a $2 Lerner processing fee \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/elf-the-musical-jr/ 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/2024/01/PA-Web-Banner-Elf-ALL-YOUTH.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241213T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241213T193000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014149 CREATED:20240129T205304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T161438Z UID:10000179-1734118200-1734118200@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Elf the Musical DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand\, ELF The Musical is the hilarious tale of Buddy\, a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls into Santaʼs bag of gifts and is transported back to the North Pole. Unaware that he is actually human\, Buddyʼs enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santaʼs permission\, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father\, discover his true identity\, and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. \n* All ticket prices include a $2 Lerner processing fee \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/elf-the-musical-1213/ 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/2024/01/PA-Web-Banner-Elf.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241207T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241207T180000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014149 CREATED:20240626T161018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T164336Z UID:10000228-1733594400-1733594400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Hometown Jams: Night Ranger DESCRIPTION:Heavy hitting rock legends\, Night Ranger recently released a live album titled\, 40 Years and a Night with Contemporary Youth Orchestra and it is available on CD/DVD\, Vinyl\, Blu-ray\, and digitally across all streaming platforms. Filmed live at the Key Bank State Theatre in Cleveland\, this special event finds band members Jack Blades\, Kelly Keagy\, Brad Gillis\, Eric Levy\, and Keri Kelli taking the stage for a one-of-a-kind set joined by Cleveland’s acclaimed Contemporary Youth Orchestra—an impressive outfit that boasts more than 80 talented student musicians between the ages of 12 and 18\, who represent more than 40 schools in Ohio and who have previously performed alongside fellow rock legends such as Jefferson Starship\, STYX\, Pat Benatar\, Kenny Loggins\, and more. \nThe historic collaboration with CYO marks the first time ever that Night Ranger has performed with a live symphonic orchestra\, providing a unique and soaring backdrop to signature classics such as “Sister Christian\,” “(You Can Still) Rock In America\,” and “Don’t Tell Me You Love Me” among many others. The live concert event was also turned into a two-part special for AXS TV in fall of 2023. In addition to all this\, Night Ranger is also on the road continuing the celebration of their landmark 40th Anniversary\, and will continue to tour across the country throughout 2024. \nHaving sold over 17 Million albums worldwide\, performed across more than 4000 stages\, and captivated a radio audience that exceeds 1 Billion\, Night Ranger has both epitomized and transcended the arena rock sound and style well beyond that era. The band continue to grow their ever-evolving fan-base and they are proof that powerful songs alongside\, incredibly talented musicians is the perfect formula for continued success. \nNight Ranger have earned widespread recognition that includes both multi-platinum and gold album status all while leaving their indelible mark on the music industry with a long list of best-selling albums (Dawn Patrol\, Midnight Madness\, 7 Wishes\, Big Life and Man In Motion). Their popularity is fueled by an impressive number of instantly recognizable hit singles and signature album tracks. Over the years\, the band’s music has made notable contributions to and been featured in many different areas of global media and pop culture. Night Ranger was one of the first big “video” bands on MTV\, with over ten #1 hit videos. Their songs can be heard in TV Shows like\, The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt\, American Dad\, Glee\, Grey’s Anatomy\, Parks & Recreation.  The band have also had music featured in video games such as\, Rock Band\, Guitar Hero and Grand Theft Auto\, plus hit Broadway musical Rock of Ages\, the Oscar-Nominated film Boogie Nights\, and other feature films such as Friday the 13th\, Teachers\, Sixteen Candles\, and The Secret of My Success. Most recently the band’s classic hit “Sister Christian” can be heard in a Dr. Pepper commercial. They can also be heard throughout JBL’s “Hear The Truth” brand campaign. \nNight Ranger is Jack Blades (bass\, vocals)\, Kelly Keagy (drums\, vocals)\, Brad Gillis (lead & rhythm guitars)\, Eric Levy (keyboards) and Keri Kelli (lead & rhythm guitars). \nVIP EXPERIENCES AVAILABLE!VIP Night Ranger – GOLD Meet & Greet Photo Experience$125 USD VIP NET LIFT + Ticket Face EachIncludes:-One Premium Reserved or General Admission Ticket-Access to Night Ranger’s Pre-Show Meet & Greet-One Photo Opportunity with Night Ranger-One VIP Exclusive Night Ranger Merchandise Gift**-One Exclusive VIP Commemorative Laminate & Lanyard**Merchandise Gift + Laminate and Lanyard will be provided to purchasers at Event \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/night-ranger/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Night-Ranger-Web-Banner-Template-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241206T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241206T193000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014149 CREATED:20240312T172716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T164445Z UID:10000105-1733513400-1733513400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:The Rat Pack is Back for The Holidays! - Direct from Las Vegas DESCRIPTION:When the Rat Pack gets together onstage\, it’s magic. There are no card tricks and no rabbits popping out of hats\, but when Chris Jason (Frank Sinatra)\, Drew Anthony (Dean Martin)\, and Kyle Diamond (Sammy Davis Jr.) hit the stage\, it’s there—the same magic that filled the room when these three icons performed at the Sands during the ’60s and ’70s. The Rat Pack is Back For The Holidays takes audiences back to an era when the Strip had live music and entertainers knew how to work the crowd. \nThe Rat Pack banters back and forth with their adoring fans via jokes\, skits and great holiday songs. There is a seven-piece orchestra and don’t be surprised if some friends of the Pack show up and join in the fun. \nVIP Show Experience – $125A limited number of VIP Meet and Greet options are available! The VIP Package includes: One VIP seat for the show\, a custom laminate\, an autographed photo\, and Meet and Greet with the stars of the show! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/the-rat-pack-is-back/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Rat-pack-Web-Banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241205T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241205T190000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014149 CREATED:20240611T172259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T164440Z UID:10000224-1733425200-1733425200@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Charlie Berens: Good Old Fashioned Tour DESCRIPTION:CHARLIE BERENS is a comedian\, New York Times Best Selling Author\, Emmy-winning journalist\, musician and creator of the Manitowoc Minute. He creates weekly content for his various social platforms and has amassed over 9 million followers.  \nIn 2017\, Charlie began hosting his weekly comedic online news show\, the Manitowoc Minute. Since then\, Charlie’s been creating Midwest-focused sketch comedy videos on his social media platforms. He’s also traveled the country with three sold out stand-up comedy tours.  \nIn 2020\, Charlie paired up with Horseshoes & Hand Grenades alum Adam Greuel to release the music/comedy album\, Unthawed.  The album\, which is a mixture of bluegrass\, country and Charlie’s comedy\, hit #1 on the Billboard Bluegrass chart and #6 on the Bluegrass Comedy chart. The duo followed that up with Dive Bar Dinner in 2023\, which also charted on the Billboard Charts. \nCharlie’s first book\, The Midwest Survival Guide\, was released in November of 2021 by William Morrow/Harper Collins and immediately became a New York Times Best Seller! ABC is currently developing a half-hour comedy based on the book. His Midwest Survival Guide Tour sold over 150\,000 tickets! \n2023 also saw the release of his first stand-up special\, Charlie Berens: Midwest Goodbye. \nCharlie just launched his very own brandy! Berens Old Fashioned Brandy is being producing by the Dancing Goat distillery and is in stores now! \nCharlie hosts the Cripescast podcast where he interviews musicians\, artists\, comedians\, creators and more to talk about their story and connections to the Midwest. Guests have included Nate Bargatze\, Michael Yo\, Kim and Penn Holderness\, Jeff Foxworthy\, and Roy Wood\, Jr. \nIn addition to Cripescast\, Charlie co-hosts the Bellied Up podcast w/ Myles the You Betcha guy. Every Thursday\, Charlie and Myles belly up at a small town bar and take live callers from all over the Midwest and rest of the world. \nCharlie is currently touring America on his Good Old Fashioned Tour! \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/charlie-berens-good-old-fashioned-tour/ 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/2024/06/Charlie-Berens-Web-Banner-01.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241204T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241204T190000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014149 CREATED:20240726T180632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T164435Z UID:10000236-1733338800-1733338800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Christmas in the Air DESCRIPTION:Christmas in the Air is a first-class Broadway-style song and dance performance wrapped up within a feel-good holiday storyline\, told by Santa’s favorite elves. Starring dazzling Rockettes style dancers\, known as the Tinsel-toes\, the show delivers the perfect mix of classic holiday melodies with modern favorites and original music. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/christmas-in-the-air/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Dance,Show ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/ChristmasInTheAir_WebBanner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241201T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241201T150000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014149 CREATED:20241009T193923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T164429Z UID:10000243-1733065200-1733065200@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Elkhart Municipal Band: Holiday Favorites DESCRIPTION:Holiday Spectacular! Your Elkhart Municipal band\, under the direction of Steve Allen\,  will feature holiday classics such as “You’re a Mean One\, Mr. Grinch”\, and “I’ll Be Home for Christmas”. There will be a special appearance by Buddy the Elf and maybe even a Santa spotting. Celia Weiss will perform on the beautiful Lerner Organ beginning at 2:30.  Don’t forget Tuba Christmas\, directed by Bret Deardorff!  Will we break last year’s record of 63 Tuba and Euphonium players? We look forward to celebrating the holiday season with you! URL:https://thelerner.com/event/elkhart-municipal-band-holiday-favorites/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Free Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/elkhart-band-holiday-Web-Banner-Template.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241130T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241130T150000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014149 CREATED:20240930T151648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T164424Z UID:10000147-1732978800-1732978800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Aurinko Ballet: Nutcracker DESCRIPTION: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 URL:https://thelerner.com/event/aurinko-ballet-nutcracker-2024/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Dance,Show ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/The-Nutcracker-Web-Banner-Template-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241130T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241130T130000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014149 CREATED:20240930T152051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T194557Z UID:10000238-1732971600-1732971600@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Aurinko Ballet: Nutcracker Tea DESCRIPTION:A tea party with characters from the Aurinko Ballet Nutcracker. The tea party will feature a craft\, mini dance class and of course delightful beverages\, snacks and treats! \n*Tea Party Tickets include admission ticket to the Nutcracker Ballet \nTICKETS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE LERNER THEATRE BOX OFFICE OR BY CALLING 574- 293-4469 URL:https://thelerner.com/event/aurinko-ballet-nutcracker-tea-2024/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Dance,Food and Drink ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/The-Nutcracker-tea-party-Web-Banner-Template-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241124T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241124T150000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014149 CREATED:20240124T174733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T174949Z UID:10000155-1732460400-1732460400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:The Navigator - Kimball Organ Silent Movie with Organist Clark Wilson DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT IS MADE POSSIBLE BY THE ELKHART COUNTY CVB\, THE FRIENDS OF THE LERNER\, AND THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ELKHART COUNTY \n\nOn the opening night of The Lerner Theatre in 1924\, the newest of Buster Keaton’s photoplays dawned the silver screen alongside a live accompaniment on the brand-new 1924 Kimball Pipe Organ. One hundred years later\, The Lerner celebrates its centennial year with the return of this film and a commemorative performance on the original 1924 Kimball Organ installed for opening night. Join us in celebration of The Lerner’s 100 years at the last installment of The Lerner’s 2024 Silent Film Series featuring “The Navigator.” \nIn addition to the movie screening\, attendees will be transported through a century of history with costumed ambassadors from Premier Arts\, The Lerner Theatre’s resident theatre company\, offering a glimpse into the energy and excitement of opening day in 1924. The event will also feature the unveiling of The Lerner’s annual holiday window displays\, a stunning visual tribute to the theatre’s legacy over the past 100 years. A complete program will kick off the festivities this Sunday\, November 24th  at 3:00pm with a welcome from Mayor Rod Roberson and Diana Lawson\, as well as a few surprises! \nThe Lerner invites everyone to join us for this landmark occasion as we begin a year-long celebration of our centennial! \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kimball Organist: Clark Wilson \nA native of Ohio\, Clark Wilson began his musical training at age nine.  While growing up he accompanied numerous stage musicals and was organist at several churches.  At this time\, he was listed in “Who’s Who in the Midwest” and “Men of Achievement”. He also holds Life Member status in the International Tri-M Music Honor Society and is listed in “Who’s Who in Executives and Professionals”. \nFollowing several years with the Schantz Organ Company as a reed voicer and tonal finisher.  Clark’s professional playing career began with his appointment to the featured organist post at Pipe Organ Pizza in Milwaukee\, Wisconsin.  He has since been on the playing staffs at the Paramount Music Palace in Indianapolis\, Indiana.  Pipes and Pizza in Lansing\, Illinois\, and is currently associated with Organ Stop Pizza in Mesa\, Arizona\, where he is on the organ staff as well as having assisted with the planning and installation of the world’s largest Wurlitzer organ \nAbout the Instrument: \nThe 1924 Kimball pipe organ located in Elkhart\, Indiana’s Lerner Theatre is one of only three 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/the-navigator/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:100 Year Celebration,Friends of the Lerner,Kimball Organ,Movie ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Web-Banner-Template-Silent-Movie-100-Year.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241123T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241123T190000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014149 CREATED:20240611T164108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T164419Z UID:10000223-1732388400-1732388400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Joe Gatto: Let's Get Into It Featuring Mark Jigarjian DESCRIPTION:JOE GATTOJoe Gatto is a comedian best known from the hit TV shows “Impractical Jokers” and “The Misery Index.” He has toured with the Jokers live comedy show to sold-out crowds across the world\, including legendary arenas\, such as Madison Square Garden in New York and the O2 Arena in London. Currently\, Joe tours with his stand-up solo show “Joe Gatto’s Night of Comedy” in sold out theaters across the United States. Joe is passionate about supporting anti-bullying organizations and animal rescue initiatives. He happily advocates for the “Adopt\, Don’t Shop” movement with his non-profit Gatto Pups and Friends which operates on Long Island\, NY catering to mainly senior and disabled pups. Joe also hosts a popular comedy podcast called “Two Cool Moms” on the iHeart Radio Podcast Network where he and his co-host dispense sage motherly advice to fans who write in with their dilemmas\, and is planning his first ever children’s book\, Where’s Bearry?\, which is out September 3 via Penguin Workshop. He also lives his life by a code of pastry and family\, loving his wife\, two children and cannoli. \nFEATURING MARK JIGARJIANMark Jigarjian is an Armenian stand up comedian & writer based in New York City best known for his work touring with the hit television show\, Impractical Jokers. Mark has been seen on TruTV\, Roku Channel\, TBS and Food Network and is releasing his debut stand up special “Larger Than Life” in 2024. He’s been a guest Joker on Season 9 & 10 of Impractical Jokers\, winner of Roku’s Dishmantled and contestant on Food Network’s Cooks vs Cons. Other career highlights include performing to a sold out Madison Square Garden as part of the New York Comedy Festival in support of the Impractical Jokers. Mark\, also known by Jiggy\, has also built a following for his ‘off the rails’ livestream cooking /comedy show and festival – Tastes Funny.  The festival is now in its 4th year and attracts talent and fans from around the world. Mark is a proud member of the iconic New York Friars Club and producer of the Two Cool Moms Podcast. \n16+ Suggested \nNo Photo\, No Video\, No Flash\,No Professional Cameras Allowed \nThis event has been designated as a No-Weapons event**with exception for law enforcement \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n VIP Show Experience – $100A limited number of VIP Meet and Greet options are available! The VIP Package includes a POST-Show Meet & Greet & Photo with Joe Gatto. Meet & Greet ticket DOES NOT include a seat for the show. A separate show ticket MUST be purchased to attend Meet & Greet. \n \n VIP Add-On URL:https://thelerner.com/event/joe-gatto-lets-get-into-it/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Comedy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/joe-gatto-Web-Banner-Template.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241117T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241117T160000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014149 CREATED:20240709T195412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T164410Z UID:10000231-1731859200-1731859200@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Elkhart County Symphony - Slavic Masterworks DESCRIPTION:Korean-American Pianist Minju Choi Witte is the guest soloist as the Elkhart County Symphony presents Slavic Masterworks\, Nov. 17\, at The Lerner Theatre in Elkhart. The dynamic and delightful repertoire includes Rachmaninoff\, Piano Concerto No. 2 in c minor\, Op. 18; Guest Soloist\, Minju Choi Witte; and Dvorak\, Symphony No. 8 in G Major\, Op. 88. Choi Witte has performed throughout North America\, Europe\, and Asia as a recitalist\, orchestral soloist\, and chamber musician. She has appeared as a soloist with the Indianapolis and Shreveport Symphonies\, the Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic\, the Music Academy of the West\, and Juilliard Orchestras. \n \n Get Elkhart County Symphony Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/elkhart-county-symphony-slavic-masterworks/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Elkhart County Symphony ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/slavic-masterworks-Web-Banner-Template.png ORGANIZER;CN="Elkhart County Symphony":MAILTO:elkhartsymphony@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241109T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241109T190000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014149 CREATED:20240613T202115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T164359Z UID:10000225-1731178800-1731178800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Ginger Billy's Backwoods Comedy Tour DESCRIPTION:The legend of comedian and internet sensation\, Ginger Billy\, runs as deep as the southern roots from which he was raised. Formerly a respiratory therapist\, he burst into prominence after an impassioned farewell speech to NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt\, Jr. went viral after his retirement in 2017. Since then he has become beloved by millions for his kooky redneck antics\, backyard inventions\, hilarious sketches and parody music videos. His unique and infectious comedic voice has moved beyond the digital realm and on to the stage where his captivating storytelling reflects a down-to-earth family man with a passion for simple pleasures. He continues to sell out clubs\, theaters and casinos on his Backwoods Comedy Tour. \nThis event has been designated as a No-Weapons event**with exception for law enforcement \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/ginger-billys-backwoods-comedy-tour/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Comedy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ginger-billy-Web-Banner-Template.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241108T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241108T190000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014149 CREATED:20240820T161226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T164645Z UID:10000132-1731092400-1731092400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Jeremy Camp - Deeper Waters Tour with Andrew Ripp & Rachael Lampa DESCRIPTION:Between 2002 and 2023\, Jeremy has released twelve albums\, five of them RIAA- certified as Gold. He has sold over 6 million albums\, over 2 Billion streams and with 44 #1 singles across all formats. His music has earned him numerous awards and nominations across the Christian and secular music industries\, including five GMA Dove Awards\, Grammy nomination\, three American Music Award nominations\, and four ASCAP Songwriter of the Year Awards. Camp was named Billboard’s #2 Christian artist of the decade as well. Outside of music\, in 2020 Jeremy had an international theatrical movie release called “I Still Believe” which hit #1 in the box office opening weekend. The film depicted his life story of love and loss of his first wife after a battle with cancer. Camp has always written songs about his experiences and continues to write from the deep places of his heart. \nVIP Add-On Available! – $50.00 (Subject to additional fees)VIP Add-On includes a souvenir laminate and post show Meet & Greet photo opportunity! \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/jeremy-camp-deeper-waters-tour/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Jeremy-Camp-Web-Banner-Template.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241107T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241107T190000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014149 CREATED:20240327T180322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T164653Z UID:10000183-1731006000-1731006000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:World Ballet Company: Swan Lake DESCRIPTION:Experience the legendary! \nSwan Lake\, the ballet of all ballets\, will be performed one night only by the World Ballet Company. See the iconic Dance of the Little Swans\, count the 32 fouettés performed by the Odile and immerse yourself in magical Tchaikovsky’s music. \nThe production will feature richly detailed\, hand-painted sets and over 150 radiant costumes that bring fresh representation to this timeless classic. \nThe 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 balletgoers alike. The company attracts many international artists and comprises renowned professional dancers representing over ten countries. \nTo date\, World Ballet Company has traveled to more than 280 cities\, reaching an audience of more than 250\,000\, many of whom are first-time attendees to a ballet. \nDuration: 2 hours 30 minutes (including 20-minute intermission) \nAudience: For ages 5 & over \nFor More Information: WorldBalletCompany.com  \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/wbc-swan-lake/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Dance,Show ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/swan-lake-Web-Banner-Template.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241106T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241106T193000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014149 CREATED:20240823T160344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T164657Z UID:10000136-1730921400-1730921400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:A Taste of Ireland: The Irish Music & Dance Sensation DESCRIPTION:Hot off its Off-Broadway premiere\, ‘A Taste of Ireland―The Irish Music & Dance Sensation’ hits stages across the USA this fall\, performing the show that has entertained thousands around the globe. Laugh\, cry and jig into the night with a production that is Celtic\, for this generation. \nPerformed by former World Irish dance champions\, and featuring dancers from the West End’s Lord of the Dance and Riverdance\, ‘A Taste of Ireland’ transports the audience through the story of Ireland’s tumultuous history delivered with a pint of Irish wit. Watch world-class performers blend melodic folk mash-ups\, live jaw-dropping acapella tap battles and heartwarming story telling. \nFeaturing revamped classics of Danny Boy\, Tell Me Ma\, Wild Rover\, and many more well known songs\, the show’s reimagined contemporary score blossoms alongside the brash Irish charm of the live dance cast. ‘A Taste of Ireland’ merges cultural traditions\, modern flair\, and craic galore\, to deliver a performance that has been leaving audiences across the globe jigging on their feet for the last decade. \nWith over one hundred and fifty 5-star Facebook reviews\, ‘A Taste of Ireland’ is exactly what it promises: a taste of everything you love about Ireland with a generous helping of more! ’A Taste of Ireland’ is a show with 100% live singing and dancing that bridges the gap between storytelling\, modern Irish dance\, tap and contemporary dance to tell a historic story\, live on stage. \nWith a strictly limited USA run\, see ‘A Taste of Ireland’ this fall for limited performances before it takes off around the globe once again. \n‘Witness the birth of a nation told through rhythm and beat\, with the cry of the Vikings as they were brought to defeat\, the rise and fall of the rebellion the show tells the tale\, trapped were the Irish\, watch them dance from the jail. For the nation fought free from Dundalk to Tralee\, they sing and they dance through the night full of glee. For Ireland\, there was\, not a nation quite like her\, hold on to your seat\, feel Ireland’s passion and fire.’ \n**please note: musical instruments are subject to change from performance to performance \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/a-taste-of-ireland/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Dance,Show ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/taste-of-ireland-Web-Banner-Template.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241102T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241102T180000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014149 CREATED:20240903T164609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T164702Z UID:10000142-1730570400-1730570400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Premier Arts Academy All School Musical: Finding Nemo Jr. - Blue Cast DESCRIPTION:BLUE CAST \nMarlin\, an anxious and over-protective clownfish\, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo\, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney\, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such as optimistic Dory\, laid-back sea turtle Crush\, and the supportive Tank Gang\, Marlin and Nemo both overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves. \n**Be sure to select “PA Academy All School Musical: Finding Nemo Jr.” when purchasing tickets to this event** \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/premier-arts-academy-finding-nemo-jr-blue/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Premier Arts,Theatrical Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/PA-Web-Banner-Finding-Nemo-Jr-Arts-Academy-blue.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241102T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241102T140000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014149 CREATED:20240321T175223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T161505Z UID:10000182-1730556000-1730556000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Finding Nemo Jr. DESCRIPTION:Marlin\, an anxious and over-protective clownfish\, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo\, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney\, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such as optimistic Dory\, laid-back sea turtle Crush\, and the supportive Tank Gang\, Marlin and Nemo both overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves. \n* All ticket prices include a $2 Lerner processing fee \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/finding-nemo-jr-1102/ 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/2024/03/PA-Web-Banner-Finding-Nemo-Jr.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241102T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241102T100000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014150 CREATED:20240903T164138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T164709Z UID:10000140-1730541600-1730541600@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Premier Arts Academy All School Musical: Finding Nemo Jr. - Orange Cast DESCRIPTION:ORANGE CAST \nMarlin\, an anxious and over-protective clownfish\, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo\, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney\, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such as optimistic Dory\, laid-back sea turtle Crush\, and the supportive Tank Gang\, Marlin and Nemo both overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves. \n**Be sure to select “PA Academy All School Musical: Finding Nemo Jr.” when purchasing tickets to this event** \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/premier-arts-academy-finding-nemo-jr-orange/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Musical,Premier Arts,Theatrical Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/PA-Web-Banner-Finding-Nemo-Jr-Arts-Academy-orange.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241101T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241101T193000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014150 CREATED:20240321T174922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T161541Z UID:10000106-1730489400-1730489400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Finding Nemo Jr. DESCRIPTION:Marlin\, an anxious and over-protective clownfish\, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo\, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney\, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such as optimistic Dory\, laid-back sea turtle Crush\, and the supportive Tank Gang\, Marlin and Nemo both overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves. \n* All ticket prices include a $2 Lerner processing fee \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/finding-nemo-jr-1101/ 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/2024/03/PA-Web-Banner-Finding-Nemo-Jr.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241031T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241031T180000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014150 CREATED:20240509T153048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T164715Z UID:10000207-1730397600-1730397600@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Lerner on the Lawn - Loudernow DESCRIPTION:PRESENTED BY FRIENDS OF THE LERNER ANDSPONSORED BY THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF ELKHART COUNTYAND CITY OF ELKHART REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION \nLOUDERNOW is a five-piece emo & pop-punk cover band hailing from Chicago\, IL. Five friends from some of Chicagoland’s staple throwback pop-punk and emo original bands decided it was time to take back to the stage and reunited as LOUDERNOW. The band featured alumni from The Frantic\, A Kidnap In Color\, The Fastest Kid Alive\, Me\, The Mirror\, Face the Fire\, and Arsenal Arcaya. Though the band has changed over the years; the mission statement has always been the same\, close friends from established original bands celebrating their love for the emo & pop-punk artists who helped shape who they are today as both people and musicians. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/lerner-on-the-lawn-loudernow/ LOCATION:Central Green\, 300 S Main St\, Elkhart\, Indiana\, 46516 CATEGORIES:Concert,Free Event,Friends of the Lerner,Lerner on the Lawn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Lerner-on-the-Lawn-Web-Banner-Louder-now.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241026T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241026T160000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014150 CREATED:20240910T132447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T164855Z UID:10000144-1729958400-1729958400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:95.3 MNC Presents: NOISE! DESCRIPTION:Join us for 95.3 MNC’s Noise with Special Guest\, Rob Schmitt on Saturday\, October 26th at the Lerner Theatre in Elkhart\, IN presented by the personal injury attorneys at Wilson & Kinsman. \nRob Schmitt\, host of ‘Rob Schmitt Tonight’ on Newsmax\, will appear on stage with 95.3 MNC’s very own Casey Hendrickson\, Jon Zimney\, and Laura Smith for a lively and engaging roundtable discussion of the day’s news and events. \nDiscuss\, debate\, have fun and connect with other MNC listeners on Saturday\, October 26th\, at The Lerner Theatre in Elkhart\, IN. \nTIMELINE OF EVENTS:2:30 pm Doors Open to the Lerner Theatre3:00 pm VIP Meet & Greet Reception Hour4:00 pm NOISE Begins \nVIP PASSES AVAILABLE!VIP includes: \n\nAccess to preferred seating in the VIP section at the event\nSpecial event lanyard\nExclusive 95.3 MNC swag bag\nAccess to Meet & Greet reception hour with 1 complimentary drink ticket\n\nAbout Rob Schmitt: \nOriginally from Carmel\, Indiana\, Rob graduated from the Indiana University Ernie Pyle School of Journalism. He quickly gained recognition for uncovering major news stories and most recently anchored “Fox & Friends First.” \nStarting in local news\, Schmitt advanced to roles at ABC\, CBS\, NBC\, and Fox News Channel\, covering significant events like the California wildfires and hurricanes Harvey\, Gustav\, and Hanna. He reported from Haiti 48 hours after the devastating earthquake that killed over 300\,000 people\, and covered the deportation of 95-year-old Nazi death camp guard Jakiw Palij from Queens\, New York. \nSchmitt’s diverse experience across various media markets provides him with a unique perspective on the news industry\, allowing him to connect with Americans in often overlooked “flyover states.” \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/95-3-mnc-presents-noise/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Show ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/mnc-noise-Web-Banner-Template.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241025T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241025T193000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014150 CREATED:20240614T155501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T164859Z UID:10000226-1729884600-1729884600@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Judy Collins DESCRIPTION:In her 50-plus years in music\, Judy Collins has always exhibited impeccable taste in songcraft. On her landmark 1967 album\, Wildflowers\, she curated a stunning collection featuring originals alongside songs by not-yet household names such as Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen\, and adventurous selections by Jacques Brel and Francesco Landini. Her discerning palette\, and her literary gifts\, have enabled her to evolve into a poetic\, storyteller songwriter. Now\, in her 6th decade as a singer and songwriter\, Judy is experiencing a profound level of growth and prolific creativity. \nThe cultural treasure’s 55th release\,  Spellbound\, which came out on February 25\, 2022\, finds Judy enjoying an artistic renaissance. The 13 song album is a special entry in her oeuvre. It marks the first time ever she wrote all the songs on one of her albums. It features 12 new recently-written modern folk songs\, and a bonus track of her evergreen\, “The Blizzard.” Spellbound is an introspective and impressionistic album. It unfolds as if Judy curated a museum exhibit of her life\, and welcomed us into a retrospective of her most formative moments\, some big and public\, and some intensely personal and intimate. \n“They say after the plague came the Renaissance\,” Judy says with a good-natured laugh\, loosely referencing the pandemic. “The truth is\, I didn’t do an album like this sooner because I had other projects on my mind. This album was necessary for me to keep creative—it was the next piece of the puzzle.” She continues: “Now felt like the perfect time to make this record because\, after all that’s happened in the world\, we need something beautiful and inspirational to lift us up.” \nIn Judy’s eloquently written liner notes\, she dedicates Spellbound to folk masters Pete Seeger and Woody Guthrie. On the album\, she furthers their traditions of generously sharing their lives\, loves\, and personal reflection. Also\, in her notes\, Judy relates the origins of her songwriting—a story some know\, and a testament to how gloriously unpredictable art and the muse are. Story goes that in 1966 Leonard Cohen made a special trip to Judy’s apartment to play her his song\, “Suzanne\,” and\, while there\, asked her why she wasn’t writing her own songs. Her response was to sit down at her Steinway that very day and write\, “Since You’ve Asked.” Judy has been writing ever since then. \nA lifetime and 54 years of songwriting elegantly come forth from Spellbound. The album revisits the thrilling 1960s Greenwich Village years; recreates breathtaking moments in the wilds of Colorado during Judy’s childhood; snapshots her hellraising years; and frames quiet moments of nature from just a few years back. The title references a formative time in Judy’s life when her pure love of the outdoors lured her close to becoming a park ranger. Lyrically\, the songs are impressionistic and evocatively emotional. “I strove to capture what I see with lyrics\, and bring particular times to life\,” she says of the album’s painterly and personal songwriting. \nWhile she celebrates many passages in life with her lyrics\, her vocals sound untouched by time. Judy’s singing on Spellbound shines pristinely as she eases from warm low-register vocals to soaring high tones\, as if no time has elapsed since her singing mesmerized a generation on Wildflowers. “That’s a combination of good fortune\, extreme luck\, and hard work and discipline\,” she reveals. “I do a lot to protect and take care of my voice\, and I practice every day—you have to or you lose it.” \nThe majestical track\, “So Alive\,” is an exhilarating time capsule of a song that documents the dazzling excitement and possibility of 1960s folk boom in Greenwich Village. “So Alive” establishes the album’s sublimely detailed production aesthetic which features a palette of acoustic guitar\, textured electric guitar\, piano\, keys\, lyrical bass lines\, brushed drums\, and Judy’s angelic vocals. The sweetly nostalgic\, “When I was a Girl in Colorado\,” pines for those pre-fame years when Judy’s life centered around seasonal outdoor joys. \nJudy’s flair for literature\, poetry\, and her commitment to social activism shine forth on the stirring “Thomas Merton.” Merton was an author and a monk who spent most of his adult life in a monastery around Louisville\, Kentucky. He was also a potent force in the anti-war movement\, and there have been theories that his death was a murder. Judy addresses this juicy possibility with engrossing storytelling and poetic phrases. One potent passage reads: He dreamed of being an eagle with wings he would fly/from the west and north and the east/Thru rain and sleet and wind and snow/He’d find a way to bring us peace/Long after he was buried/Upon his death concealed/The evidence of bullet holes finally was revealed. The smoldering ballad\, “Arizona\,” showcases Judy’s achingly beautiful vocal floating over a piano ballad lavished with ethereal ambience and layers of heavenly harmony vocals. \nIn the studio Judy worked with a trusted family of musicians\, including co-producer Alan Silverman and singer-songwriter-guitarist Ari Hest. Ari has worked closely with Judy for years\, and\, in 2016\, Judy and Ari were nominated for a “Best Of Folk Album” Grammy for their duet album\, Silver Skies Blue. In the studio the core group of musicians on the album are multi-instrumentalist Thad DeBrock (Duncan Sheik\, Nelly\, Jonas Brothers)\, bassist Zev Katz (Marc Anthony\, Elton John\, Billy Joel)\, and drummer Doug Yowell (Suzanne Vega\, Joe Jackson\, Duncan Sheik) – additional musicians on album are detailed within the album’s liner notes. \nIn a life and a career brimming with milestone moments\, Spellbound is a high watermark of artistry and personal evolution. Though Judy has been writing for half a century\, her new album ushers in an era of unbridled creativity. “I always knew I was going to be a late bloomer\,” she says\, cracking up with laughter. \nThis event has been designated as a No-Weapons event**with exception for law enforcement \nNo Pictures/No Video event \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/judy-collins/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/judy-collins-Web-Banner-Template.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241023T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241023T180000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014150 CREATED:20240618T154947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T164905Z UID:10000227-1729706400-1729706400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Sesame Street Live! - Say Hello DESCRIPTION:Elmo\, Abby Cadabby\, Cookie Monster\, and their friends from Sesame Street are coming to your neighborhood to say hello! In Sesame Street Live! Say Hello\, you can sing and dance with your favorite furry friends while enjoying fun surprises along the way. So put on your dancing shoes and make your way to where the air is sweet for this all-new celebration on Sesame Street! \nPHOTO EXPERIENCE ADD-ON: $50.00Meet the Characters of Sesame Street Live\, Say Hello!  \nIn this exclusive post show experience\, you and your family will have the opportunity to make a lasting memory of your visit by taking a photo alongside characters from Sesame Street Live\, Say Hello! \nHere’s how it works: Photo Experience ticket purchasers should go to the Will Call window at the Box Office on the show day to pick up their photo experience passes and after-show instructions. Each adult and child in a group must have a Photo Experience ticket to attend and participate in the Photo Experience. The Photo Experience will start shortly after the end of show. \nPlease make sure to bring your camera\, as you will want to capture every moment! \nParents\, please note that while most children are excited to meet their favorite characters up-close\, others can feel frightened. If your child is scared or hesitant to meet the characters\, we recommend moving to the back of the line; This will allow your child the extra time they may need to warm up to the characters and see how they interact with other children present.   \nFor the safety of all guests and performers\, no touching or hugging will be permitted. \n**Admission to the performance is not included in the Photo Experience ticket. This is a separate upgrade that must be purchased in advance. \n**Children aged 12 and under must be accompanied by a Parent/Guardian. Each Child\, Parent or Guardian must have a show ticket as well as a Photo Experience ticket to attend.   \nThis event has been designated as a No-Weapons event**with exception for law enforcement \n \n Get Tickets\n \n PHOTO EXPERIENCE ADD-ON URL:https://thelerner.com/event/sesame-street-live-say-hello/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Show ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Sesame-Street-Web-Banner-Template.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241020T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241020T140000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014150 CREATED:20240129T202453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T155744Z UID:10000168-1729432800-1729432800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:School of Rock DESCRIPTION:“Due to contractual issues with the licensing company\, School of Rock will now be moved to our October 18-20 slot. Although Dreamgirls will no longer be featured in our 2024 Season\, we look forward to producing it sometime in the future. We are pleased to announce that Matilda the Musical will now take the place of School of Rock coming up May 3-5\, promising an energetic and heartwarming performance for all ages. Ticket holders for School of Rock and Dreamgirls will soon be receiving communication regarding your ticketing options. All season ticket holder seats will have their selected seats for the Matilda performances.” \nAndrew Lloyd Webber’s School of Rock – The Musical is based on the hit movie. The tuner follows Dewey Finn\, a failed\, wannabe rock star who decides to earn an extra bit of cash by posing as a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. There he turns a class of straight–A pupils into a guitarshredding\, bass-slapping\, mind-blowing rock band. But can he get them to the Battle of the Bands without their parents and the schoolʼs headmistress finding out? \n* All ticket prices include a $2 Lerner processing fee \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/school-of-rock-1020/ 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/2024/01/PA-Web-Banner-School-of-Rock.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241019T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241019T193000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014150 CREATED:20240129T202257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T155705Z UID:10000166-1729366200-1729366200@thelerner.com SUMMARY:School of Rock DESCRIPTION:“Due to contractual issues with the licensing company\, School of Rock will now be moved to our October 18-20 slot. Although Dreamgirls will no longer be featured in our 2024 Season\, we look forward to producing it sometime in the future. We are pleased to announce that Matilda the Musical will now take the place of School of Rock coming up May 3-5\, promising an energetic and heartwarming performance for all ages. Ticket holders for School of Rock and Dreamgirls will soon be receiving communication regarding your ticketing options. All season ticket holder seats will have their selected seats for the Matilda performances.” \nAndrew Lloyd Webber’s School of Rock – The Musical is based on the hit movie. The tuner follows Dewey Finn\, a failed\, wannabe rock star who decides to earn an extra bit of cash by posing as a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. There he turns a class of straight–A pupils into a guitarshredding\, bass-slapping\, mind-blowing rock band. But can he get them to the Battle of the Bands without their parents and the schoolʼs headmistress finding out? \n* All ticket prices include a $2 Lerner processing fee \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/school-of-rock-1019/ 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/2024/01/PA-Web-Banner-School-of-Rock.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241018T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20241018T193000 DTSTAMP:20261023T014150 CREATED:20240129T201904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T155549Z UID:10000164-1729279800-1729279800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:School of Rock DESCRIPTION:“Due to contractual issues with the licensing company\, School of Rock will now be moved to our October 18-20 slot. Although Dreamgirls will no longer be featured in our 2024 Season\, we look forward to producing it sometime in the future. We are pleased to announce that Matilda the Musical will now take the place of School of Rock coming up May 3-5\, promising an energetic and heartwarming performance for all ages. Ticket holders for School of Rock and Dreamgirls will soon be receiving communication regarding your ticketing options. All season ticket holder seats will have their selected seats for the Matilda performances.” \nAndrew Lloyd Webber’s School of Rock – The Musical is based on the hit movie. The tuner follows Dewey Finn\, a failed\, wannabe rock star who decides to earn an extra bit of cash by posing as a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. There he turns a class of straight–A pupils into a guitarshredding\, bass-slapping\, mind-blowing rock band. But can he get them to the Battle of the Bands without their parents and the schoolʼs headmistress finding out? \n* All ticket prices include a $2 Lerner processing fee \n \n Get Tickets URL:https://thelerner.com/event/school-of-rock-1018/ 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/2024/01/PA-Web-Banner-School-of-Rock.png ORGANIZER;CN="Premier Arts":MAILTO:info@premierarts.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR