Art On The Air
Dec
1
to Aug 24

Art On The Air

Art on the Air

Sundays at 7 PM

ART ON THE AIR is an hour-long radio show that opens with a short Spotlight Interview about local art events in Northwest Indiana's three county area, then continues with a long-form Feature Interview. Guests include individual artists, photographers, gallery owner/curators, festival sponsors, authors, musicians, the shakers and movers, and cultural features in NW Indiana, Chicago and beyond discussing the art, theater, and the music scene, plus much more.  Hosts are Larry A Brechner, long-time musical theater director, photographic artist, and arts organization board member, and Ester Golden, artist and gallery owner of The Nest in Michigan City.

ART ON THE AIR is made possible by the Indiana Arts Commission, South Shore Arts, and the National Endowment for the Arts.

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2025 Indiana Regional Youth Arts Award
Dec
11
to Apr 10

2025 Indiana Regional Youth Arts Award

Nomination Process and Guidelines

The Regional Youth Arts Monetary Award is aimed at supporting, recognizing and honoring high school students who represent artistic excellence in the school and community. In addition, it also empowers young individuals to explore their creativity and pursue their artistic passions.  Moreover, it encourages the growth of the community by highlighting the youth’s contributions to the arts.

Guidelines:

Nominees for the 2025 Indiana Regional Youth Art Award must:

●       Be a high-school (grades 9th - 12th) resident of Indiana in the Fall of 2024.

●       Be enrolled as a student in good standing at accredited public or private Indiana high school, or home school in the Fall of 2024.

●       Exhibit outstanding artistic talent.

●       Have displayed efforts toward academic excellence in other areas as well as the arts.

Nominations are due by April 10, 2025

For more information or to nominate your favorite artist, please click on the link below 2025 Regional Youth Arts Award Nomination Form - Google Forms

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66th Annual Chesterton Arts Fair
Feb
2
to Aug 2

66th Annual Chesterton Arts Fair

66th Annual Chesterton Art Fair

ABOUT THE UPCOMING 2025 FAIR

Chesterton Art Fair is a premier juried art festival with a deep history of providing a stellar experience for both participating artists and visitors. In its 66th year, Chesterton Art Fair drew artists and patrons from all over the Midwest and beyond. The Fair featured 90+ artists, live music, family activities, food vendors and free parking for our almost four thousand visitors.

Always the first full weekend in August, this year’s dates are August 2 and 3, 2025, and fair hours are 10 AM to 5 PM on Saturday, and 10 AM to 4 PM on Sunday. Chesterton Art Fair is held in beautiful Dogwood Park, a municipal park with plenty of shade trees and amenities.

In 2025, three artists will receive prizes! $500.00 for best in show, $300.00 for 1st prize, and $200.00 for 2nd prize.

Proceeds from the fair support Chesterton Art Center (CAC), a non-profit arts organization providing high-quality educational and outreach programs that serve hundreds of students of all ages, a calendar of exhibitions that showcase local and regional artists, and various community events and partnerships that bring the arts to the Duneland community and beyond.

About the Chesterton Art Fair Artist Application

General Information

All applicants must be artists who create original work in 2D, 3D, fiber, glass, leather, metal, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, or wood. Each artist must pay a non-refundable $35.00 jury fee. Artists may apply in more than one media category but will need to the pay the $35.00 fee for each application. There is a limit of three applications per artist. The application deadline is April 30, 2025. Accepted artists will be notified by May 9, 2025.

The venue, Dogwood Park, is a municipal park featuring shade trees, pavilions, restroom facilities, and other amenities. It is located close to Interstate I-80 (Indiana Toll Road) and I-94. Plenty of ample, free parking is provided for fair visitors, who pay a $5.00 entry fee to attend.

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Ordinary Wonders Exhibit
Feb
28
to Jun 15

Ordinary Wonders Exhibit

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Happening at the Lubeznik Center

Ordinary Wonders Exhibit

Ordinary Wonders, curated by Whitney Bradshaw, will be on display from Feb. 28-June 15, 2025.


In Ordinary Wonders, Jessica Labatte and Cecil McDonald, Jr. utilize the photographic medium in very different ways to illuminate the extraordinary brilliance within the everyday. Their exquisitely staged pictures made in and around domestic spaces with family, friends and objects elevate the mundane and develop quiet yet radical gestures of expansion and liberation.

https://lubeznikcenter.org/exhibitions/ordinary-wonders

Free Events:

Opening Reception: Friday, April 4 • 5-8 PM (CT)
Curator Gallery Talk: Saturday, April 12 • 11:30 AM (CT)
Family Day: Saturday, May 24 • 1-3 PM (CT)

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Happening at the Art Barn: Opportunity Enterprises Exhibit
Mar
4
to Mar 27

Happening at the Art Barn: Opportunity Enterprises Exhibit

Happening at the Art Barn

Opportunity Enterprises Student Exhibition

March 4 - 27, 2025

Art Barn is thrilled to partner with Opportunity Enterprises (OE), well established in the community for providing programs that serve adults with disabilities. The specialized art education program brings OE clients to Art Barn for weekly art education programs.

 

The culmination of this program is an exhibition featuring student work. The display celebrates  student accomplishments and demonstrates how they have used art materials to express their own individual perspectives. 

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All purchases benefit the artists with a portion of the
proceeds benefiting Art Barn School of Arts &
Opportunity Enterprises programming in the community.

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6th Annual "Works in Progress Show" at South Shore Arts
Mar
7
to Mar 29

6th Annual "Works in Progress Show" at South Shore Arts

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Happening at South Shore Arts

South Shore Arts students, instructors and members exhibition

Who Can Participate:

  • Students who have or are currently enrolled in any of South Shore Art’s classes from the past year (May 2024 – May 2025)

  • Teachers/faculty who has taught or worked for South Shore Arts in the last year (May 2024 – May 2025)

  • Members of South Shore Art’s Teen Arts Board or the Hammond Scholarship Kids from the past year (May 2024 – May 2025)

  • South Shore Arts Board and South Shore Arts Members from the past year (May 2024 – May 2025)

What Type of Work? 

  • Work that has been made either in or in conjunction with taking a class at South Shore Arts this includes, but is not limited to: ceramics, sculpture, paintings, drawing, fabric, etc.

  • Work which has been created outside of classes/South Shore Arts by participating students/board members/ members

  • Teachers/faculty are free to bring in any work they have made either in class or outside of class

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The Acting Company's: Two Trains Running
Mar
24
7:00 PM19:00

The Acting Company's: Two Trains Running

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For one night only, Dunes Arts Foundation is presenting The Acting Company of New York's touring production of August Wilson's "Two Trains Running" on Monday, March 24, at 7 p.m. CST (8 p.m. EST) at the Holdcraft Performing Arts Center (1200 Spring St., Michigan City).

This special performance marks the Company’s only Chicagoland stop on its 2025 tour.

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DUNES ARTS FOUNDATION PRESENTS AUGUST WILSON’S “TWO TRAINS RUNNING,” PERFORMED BY THE ACTING COMPANY

Michigan City, IN - The Dunes Arts Foundation is proud to present a special concert reading of August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-nominated play “Two Trains Running,” in partnership with The Acting Company, New York’s famed touring company. Marking the only Chicagoland appearance of the Company’s 2025 tour, this reading will take place on Monday, March 24 at 7 p.m. CST (8 p.m. EST) at the Holdcraft Performing Arts Center, 1200 Spring St. This performance will include a brief post-performance discussion with the cast. This is a pay-what -you-can event; suggested ticket prices are $5 to $50.


“We couldn’t be prouder to bring this amazing company and play to Northwest Indiana,” says Steve Scott, artistic director of the Dunes Arts Foundation. “August Wilson is one of the greatest American playwrights of the past century, and “Two Trains Running” is one of his most beautiful and important examinations of the Black experience in 20th century America. This is a must-see event for anyone interested in the power of great storytelling.”


Hailed as “the theater’s poet of Black America” by Charles Isherwood of The New York Times, August Wilson (1945-2005) won worldwide fame for his Century Cycle, a series of plays (mostly set in Pittsburgh, PA, Wilson’s boyhood home) that examines the Black experience in America in each decade of the 20th century. The winner of two Pulitzer Prizes (for “Fences” and “The Piano Lesson,” both of which have had highly praised film adaptations), Wilson was inducted into the American Theater Hall of Fame in 2006.

 
“Two Trains Running,” originally produced in Chicago by The Goodman Theatre, is set in 1968 in Pittsburgh’s Hill District. The story centers on Memphis Lee, a diner owner navigating the explosive effects of the civil rights movement, as he deals with the uncertain fate of his business. The seventh play in Wilson’s cycle, “Two Trains Running” features memorably drawn characters dealing with hope, joy, love and resilience amid adversity.


Founded in 1972 by John Houseman and Margot Harley, The Acting Company has launched the careers of nearly 500 actors, including future stars such as Patti Lupone, Kevin Kline, Jeffrey Wright, and Jesse L. Martin, and has performed for over four million people. Under artistic director Kent Gash, the Company offers productions and educational programs to over 20,000 audience members and 2,000 students annually.


“Two Trains Running” will be directed by Chicago native Lili-Anne Brown, whose work has been seen at Chicago’s Goodman Theatre, as well as the McCarter Theatre, Arena Stage, Huntington Theatre, Oregon Shakespeare Festival and The Muny in St. Louis; she is the recipient of the Helen Hayes Award, five Joseph Jefferson Awards, two Black Theatre Alliance Awards and an African American Alliance Award. Actors in the production include:

  • J’Laney Allen (Classical Theatre of Harlem, graduate of New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts);

  • Chuckie Benson (Oregon Shakespeare Festival, McCarter Theatre, Goodspeed Musicals, graduate of Western Michigan University);

  • Brian D. Coats (Manhattan Theatre Club, Lincoln Center Theatre, The Public Theatre; appearances on “Boardwalk Empire” and “Law & Order”);

  • Robert Cornelius (Goodman Theatre, Signature Theatre, Lookingglass Theatre, Goodspeed Musicals; appearances on “The Chi,” “South Side,” “Chicago PD,” “Shameless” and “Turks”);

  • James Milord (Huntington Theatre, Actors Shakespeare Project; appearances in “Salem’s Lot,” “Honest Thief,” “Proud Mary” and “The Brotherhood”);

  • Michael Sheppard (Broadway’s “Little Shop of Horrors,” appearances on “NCIS,” “Bosch,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “Monk” and “Criminal Minds”);

  • DeAnna Supplee (La Mama, The Flea, Edinburgh Fringe Festival; appearances on “Elsbeth” and “Law & Order SVU”)

Additional Acting Company cast members include Diana Coates and Jeffrey Rashad.

Co-sponsors of this special event include Marina Grand Resort, The City of Michigan City Office of the Mayor and Lubeznik Center for the Arts, with more to come. For further information or to order tickets, please visit the Dunes website, www.dunesARTS.org.

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Where the Light Bends: Step through Portals, Journey Along Passages
Mar
25
6:00 PM18:00

Where the Light Bends: Step through Portals, Journey Along Passages

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Where the Light Bends:

Step through Portals, Journey Along Passages

HAMMOND, IN – South Shore Arts, Iron Workz, and the Hammond Development Corporation invite you to experience Where the Light Bends, an immersive art exhibit that explores the intersection of sight, sound, and soul. This event will take place on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, from 6:00 – 9:00 PM at South Shore Arts Substation no. 9 Art Center, located at 435 Fayette Street, Downtown Hammond, Indiana.

 

This dynamic exhibition serves as the inaugural event of the Entrepreneurship for Creatives program—a series of educational workshops and training sessions aimed at empowering artists and creatives to build, sustain, and grow successful careers. Where the Light Bends is the first of three curated showcases highlighting the rich artistic talents and expressive voices within our local community.

 

Attendees will experience the compelling works of:

 

  • Oliver Staton – Acclaimed filmmaker whose visual storytelling captivates and inspires.

  • Paul Hairlson – Renowned photographer capturing striking and evocative imagery.

  • Danuta Piekoszewski – Visionary painter bringing vibrant narratives to life through color and form.

  • Beverly Lewis – Distinguished creative writer and speaker, weaving words that uplift and empower.

 

This exclusive one-night exhibition celebrates artistry while also fostering a deeper conversation about transforming creative expression into sustainable and vibrant artistic practices. Whether you're an artist, entrepreneur, or art enthusiast, Where the Light Bends promises to be an evening of inspiration, networking, and artistic discovery.

Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with local creatives and witness the power of artistic expression!

 

For more information, please contact South Shore Arts at 219-836-1839 or info@southshoreartsonline.org.

 

About the Sponsors:

South Shore Arts – Dedicated to fostering a vibrant local arts community through exhibitions, education, and outreach.

Iron Workz – A creative hub supporting entrepreneurs through innovation and collaboration.

Hammond Development Corporation – Committed to economic and community development, empowering entrepreneurs and creatives alike.

 

“Entrepreneurship for Creatives” Program powered by the Indiana Economic Development Corporation and its Community Collaboration Fund Grant Program!

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Kristy Kutch Guest Artist Workshop at the Art Barn
Apr
4
to Apr 5

Kristy Kutch Guest Artist Workshop at the Art Barn

Kristy Kutch Guest Artist Workshop

Drawing Inspiration from Nature with Watercolor Pencil April 4-5, 2025 9:00am - 4:00pm Ages: 18+

$375/person

Location: Art Barn School of Art, 695 N 400 E, Valparaiso IN 46383

Registration Link: https://www.artbarnschool.org/service-page/kristy-kutch-guest-artist-workshop?category=46bdf520-cb40-41e4-8b49-a4468ef690d3&referral=service_list_widget

Watercolor pencil is the ideal medium for creating vibrant floral art. Kristy Kutch is the author of two colored pencil technique books and is featured in four instructional films. She is a positive, supportive instructor who welcomes students with all levels of experience. With an emphasis on floral art with watercolor pencils, students will create paintings, as these works are aptly called, on white, colored, and varied surfaces. Kristy offers demonstrations, personal attention, and a wealth of information. An array of materials such as paper, blenders, and sample pencils, will also be given to participants. Welcome spring with some floral inspiration! Lunch will be provided each day. A suggested supply list will be sent to participants 7-10 days before the workshop. Registration deadline: Friday, March 21.

Kristy Kutch Artist Bio Kristy Kutch holds both bachelors’ and masters’ degrees in education from Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana. She has taught over 200 drawing workshops nationwide for students of all ages. She has contributed to several colored pencil instruction books, as well as releasing her own technique book, The New Colored Pencil from Watson-Guptill publishing. Some of her numerous art awards include Judges' Mention of Excellence, Chicago Chapter, Colored Pencil Society of America; National Semifinalist, American Artist Floral Art Competition; and she is a signature member of the Colored Pencil Society of America.

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51st Annual Jr./Sr. High School Art Exhibition
Apr
11
to May 11

51st Annual Jr./Sr. High School Art Exhibition

Join South Shore Arts for the 51st Annual Junior/Senior art exhibit in the Bachman Gallery from April 11-May 11, 2025.

The Junior/Senior show celebrates and showcases artistic excellence from local junior and senior high school programs in Northwest Indiana. Students from over 30 regional schools will participate and will include:

-An Art Teacher Celebration and Early Member Preview on Thursday, April 10th from 4:30-7:30pm at the Center for Visual and Performing Arts in Munster

-Awards Reception on Sunday, May 4th from 1-3pm.

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At the Theatre at the Center! The Blooze Brothers
Apr
11
7:30 PM19:30

At the Theatre at the Center! The Blooze Brothers

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The Blooze Brothers
Starring Chuck Little and Norm Boucher

Friday, April 11 | 7:30 pm

$40  

 

Chuck Little steps into the guise of Elwood Blooze, opposite Norm Boucher as Joliet Jake Blooze, for a rollicking night in tribute to the 1980 movie that shot John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd to film fame. For more than three decades, the Blooze Brothers have been one of Chicagoland’s most in-demand show bands, honoring the music made by the original Blues Brothers. This dynamic duo captures the spirit of Dan Aykroyd’s love of traditional blues and soul and John Belushi’s love of classic rock. These tribute performers fuse those great musical traditions into a stage show that delights fans across the greater Chicago area and beyond every year.

Link = https://mpv.tickets.com/?agency=TATV_PLAGENCY_MPV&orgid=48149&pid=9508183

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a4q76dC0XTM

 

Michael Ross Nugent: A Tribute to Michael Bublé

Saturday, May 10 | 7:30 pm

$40

This tribute is a must-see for people who appreciate the music of The Great American Songbook. Artists like Frank Sinatra, Barbra Streisand and Tony Bennet to superstar rock artists Linda Ronstadt and Rod Stewart are all the inspirations for the stylings and vocals of Canadian singer Michael Bublé.  Now Michael Ross Nugent pays tribute to Bublé. Whether with his pianist or his 7-piece band, Michael Ross Nugent keeps audience on the edge of their seats. There will be a cash bar in the lobby.

“Michael Ross Nugent performs an ‘excellent’ interpretation of The Great American Songbook with his phenomenal voice, and his stage presence that is of a star!” – Las Vegas Review Journal

Link = https://mpv.tickets.com/?agency=TATV_PLAGENCY_MPV&orgid=48149&pid=9496738

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O851IFVdIUk

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Art in Focus Presents: Artist Talk with Joe Rauen
Apr
14
10:00 AM10:00

Art in Focus Presents: Artist Talk with Joe Rauen

Thanks to the generous support from Powers Health, Art in Focus is FREE to adult learners of all ages who are interested in the arts and its impact on our world. Sessions are held every second and fourth Monday of the month at the Center for Visual and Performing Arts in Munster. Presentations begin at 10am and run between 45 mins and 10 hour.

April 14th, 2025

Visiting Artist Talk & Performance with Joe Rauen

Artist and musician Joe Rauen will give an artist talk and perform a musical demonastration. Jow Rauen gives engaging, funny, and memorable concerts for curious people of all ages. His arsenal of one-of-a-kind instruments includes dozens of unlikely banjos, clarinets, and percussions made from household objects.

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Art in Focus Presents: The Failure of Surrealism
Apr
28
10:00 AM10:00

Art in Focus Presents: The Failure of Surrealism

Thanks to the generous support from Powers Health, Art in Focus is FREE to adult learners of all ages who are interested in the arts and its impact on our world. Sessions are held every second and fourth Monday of the month at the Center for Visual and Performing Arts in Munster. Presentations begin at 10am and run between 45 mins and 10 hour.

April 28th, 2025

The Failure of Surrealism

Lecture & Discussion

South Shore Arts Gallery Manager, Brandon Johnson will give a lecture on the history of the Surrealist movement in Art. An examination of its philosophical and cultural roots, goals, and failures. We will take looks at several notable artists of the Surrealist movement including Salvador Dali and Max Ernst.

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Towle Theatre Presents: POTUS
May
2
to May 4

Towle Theatre Presents: POTUS

POTUS
Comedy

By Selina Fillinger

MAY 2-4, 9-11, 2025 FRI 7:30pm, SAT & Sun 2pm Dates & Times subject to change

One four-letter word is about to rock 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. When the President unwittingly spins a PR nightmare into a global crisis, the seven brilliant and beleaguered women he relies upon most risk life, liberty, and the pursuit of sanity to keep the commander-in-chief out of trouble. POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive is a bawdy and irreverent look at sex, politics and the women in charge of the man in charge of the free world. Who knew that global crisis is always just a four-letter word away.

“POTUS” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc.

For more information, please visit: https://www.towletheater.org/

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Chesterton Art Center: "Art After Dark: Art for All"
May
9
7:00 PM19:00

Chesterton Art Center: "Art After Dark: Art for All"

Chesterton Art Center - Art After Dark: Art For All Fundraiser & UnGala

Tickets: VIP Tickets $125 | Guest Tickets $75 (Guests must be 21+)

 Art After Dark: Art for All will take place at CAC on Friday, May 9, 2025, from 7–10 PM. To purchase tickets for Art After Dark, visit https://www.chestertonart.org/art-after-dark-gala or call CAC at (219) 926-4711.

Our annual Art After Dark fundraiser returns this year with a new twist and will take place at our home on 4th Street in beautiful downtown Chesterton. The unGala welcomes the community to celebrate CAC's mission of creating access to Art for All. 

“We're excited to bring the event to our home this year to highlight who we are and all we do. Our guests will experience a wonderful, festive evening of music, food, art, and great company while celebrating CAC. What better way to do that than to hold the event at the center where we can show people the exhibitions in the gallery, the art made in the studios, and the impact CAC has in our community.” said Hannah Hammond-Hagman, CAC Executive Director. “We have a beautiful home in the heart of downtown Chesterton, and we're excited to share that with others.”

Art After Dark: Art for All is an inside/outside event that will take place both inside CAC and outside beneath tents on 4th Street. Outside, guests will enjoy a delicious dinner provided by Leroy's Hot Stuff, live music from Stop, Drop, Rewind, and a cash bar. While inside, guests will be able to experience the current art exhibition, watch art demonstrations, bid on silent auction items, and make their own piece of art commemorating the evening.

There are a limited number of VIP Tickets available. VIP tickets include access to a pre-event reception from 6–7 PM hosted in the CAC gallery, where champagne and hors d’oeuvres will be served and local musician Marco Villarreal will perform.  The VIP reception will be capped off with a special art experience.

 

Art After Dark: Art for All will take place at CAC on Friday, May 9, 2025, from 7–10 PM. To purchase tickets for Art After Dark, visit https://www.chestertonart.org/art-after-dark-gala or call CAC at (219) 926-4711.


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At the Theatre at the Center! Michael Ross Nugent
May
10
7:30 PM19:30

At the Theatre at the Center! Michael Ross Nugent

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A Tribute to Michael Buble by Michael Ross Nugent

Michael Ross Nugent: A Tribute to Michael Bublé

Saturday, May 10 | 7:30 pm

$40

This tribute is a must-see for people who appreciate the music of The Great American Songbook. Artists like Frank Sinatra, Barbra Streisand and Tony Bennet to superstar rock artists Linda Ronstadt and Rod Stewart are all the inspirations for the stylings and vocals of Canadian singer Michael Bublé.  Now Michael Ross Nugent pays tribute to Bublé. Whether with his pianist or his 7-piece band, Michael Ross Nugent keeps audience on the edge of their seats. There will be a cash bar in the lobby.

“Michael Ross Nugent performs an ‘excellent’ interpretation of The Great American Songbook with his phenomenal voice, and his stage presence that is of a star!” – Las Vegas Review Journal

Link = https://mpv.tickets.com/?agency=TATV_PLAGENCY_MPV&orgid=48149&pid=9496738

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O851IFVdIUk

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Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra Presents: A Salute to John Williams
May
15
to May 16

Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra Presents: A Salute to John Williams

A Salute to John Williams

Thursday, May 15, 7:30pm
Friday, May 16, 7:30pm
Living Hope Church

The greatest American film composer of all time, John Williams has written some of the most popular, recognizable, and critically acclaimed film scores in cinematic history in a career spanning over six decades. Williams has won 24 Grammy Awards, five Academy Awards, and four Golden Globe Awards. Hear selections from Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Far & Away, The Patriot, Superman, and more in this tribute to an American icon.

“Celebrating John Williams’ 93rd birthday, we’ll play your favorite requests and new tributes!”

— Maestro Kirk Muspratt

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May
17
10:00 AM10:00

2025 Young People's Competition Auditions

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Attention all Young Musicians (and their parents!)

The Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra’s 2025 Young People's Competition auditions are coming on May 17. Winners will be selected to perform on a Symphony concert in our upcoming season.


Register here

To audition, students must:

  • Play an instrument or sing (solo, duet, trio, quartet are accepted).

  • Memorize musical selection of their choice. The piece may be longer than 2 minutes, but the excerpt performed may not exceed 2 minutes.

  • Reside in Lake, Porter, Jasper, Newton La Porte or Starke Counties; study with a teacher in those counties; or be a member of the Northwest Indiana Symphony Youth Orchestra.

  • Must provide accompanist for auditions and for the concert.

Register online for an audition time!
Saturday, May 17, 10am-7pm
Center for Visual & Performing Arts,  Munster

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Modern Mother Goose at the Theatre at the Center!
May
19
to May 24

Modern Mother Goose at the Theatre at the Center!

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Modern Mother Goose
Theatre for Kids Production written and directed by Philip Potempa

Monday, May 19 through Friday, May 23 | 9:15 and 11:15 am
Saturday, May 24 | 10 am

$10

Mother Goose leads the way for families and audiences of all ages in this 50-minute adventure. Leaping from the pages of your favorite classic storybooks, iconic characters face modern day challenges and innovations. Jack’s beanstalk Giant and a sneaky spider are teamed to ruin the day for Little Boy Blue, the sleepy, one-shoe wearing Princess Penelope and a fearless Little Miss Muffet.

For tickets and more information, please click the date that you wish to see below:

Modern Mother Goose - 9:15AM

Modern Mother Goose - 11:15AM

Modern Mother Goose - 9:15AM

Modern Mother Goose - 11:15AM

Modern Mother Goose - 9:15AM

Modern Mother Goose - 11:15AM

Modern Mother Goose - 9:15AM

Modern Mother Goose  - 11:15AM

Modern Mother Goose -9:15AM

Modern Mother Goose - 11:15AM

Modern Mother Goose - 10AM

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Dunes Art Summer 2025 Theatre Season
May
30
to Sep 20

Dunes Art Summer 2025 Theatre Season

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DUNES ARTS SUMMER THEATRE ANNOUNCES 2025 SEASON

Individual Tickets and Season Subscriber Tickets on Sale Now; SeasonSubscribers Invited to Exclusive April 10 Season Announcement Party at the Highly Anticipated New French Restaurant, The Heron Bistro

MICHIGAN CITY, IND.- Dunes Arts Summer Theatre announces its highly anticipated 74th summer season, including five productions “She Loves Me,” “Outside Mullingar,” and—kicking things off on May 30—“Misery.” Individual tickets ($35), senior/student tickets ($30), group sales ($25 for four or more) and season subscriptions ($150) can be purchased atdunesARTS.org or by calling (219) 879-7509.

Nestled within the woodsy dunes of Michiana Shores, Dunes Summer Theatre, located at 288Shady Oak Dr, Michigan City, Ind., has brought professional performances to Harbor Country program.

Artistic Director Steve Scott, who joined Dunes Summer Theatre in 2021 after producing more than 200 productions at Chicago’s Goodman Theatre for more than three decades, isespecially excited about this year’s offerings to southwest Lake Michigan’s performing arts community. “Our theme this year is ‘Opposites Attract,’” said Scott. “Our audiences will delight—and in some cases be terrified by—the results when very different people are forced together in highly emotional circumstances. It’s the essence of theater, and I’m very excited to see the results.”

In addition to attending all five theater performances, season subscribers are invited to complimentary special events throughout the season, including opening night champagne receptions with cast and crew and the Season Announcement Party. This special happy hour gathering will take place on Thursday, April 10, from 4-6 p.m. CST (5-7 p.m. EST) at thehighly anticipated, newly opened French restaurant, The Heron Bistro, located at 522 FranklinStreet in Michigan City. This toast to the summer season will be hosted by Scott and theboard of directors and feature appetizers and a cash bar.

THE 2025 DUNES SUMMER THEATRE SEASON

“Misery” by William Goldman, based on the novel by Stephen King

May 30-June 15

Fridays and Saturdays, 7 p.m. CST (8 p.m. EST), Sundays 2 p.m. CST (3 p.m. EST)

Directed by John Hancock

When famed romantic novelist Paul Sheldon is rescued from a car crash by his most adoring

fan, the stage is set for a swiftly moving thriller, called by New City “an intense love

story...dipped in poison.”

“Outside Mullingar” by John Patrick Shanley

June 27-July 13

Fridays and Saturdays, 7 p.m. CST (8 p.m. EST), Sundays 2 p.m. CST (3 p.m. EST)

NO PERFORMANCE ON JULY 4. Extra performance added on Thursday, July 3, 7 p.m.

CST (8 p.m. EST)

Directed by Michael Lasswell

Set in rural Ireland, Shanley’s clever comedy focuses on the unlikely romance between

Anthony and Rosemary, longtime neighbors who slowly discover their reaction to each other–

in a romantic battle of wits that is poetic, uplifting, sometimes dark, and funny as hell.

“She Loves Me,” book by Joe Maseroff, music by Jerry Bock, lyrics by Sheldon Harnick

July 25-August 10

Fridays and Saturdays, 7 p.m. CST (8 p.m. EST), Sundays 2 p.m. CST (3 p.m. EST)

Directed by Steve Scott, music direction by Katelyn Leonard-White

Based on the classic film “The Shop Around the Corner” (later remade as “You’ve Got Mail”

with Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan), a Hungarian perfume shop becomes the site for mistaken

identity and glorious romance in a musical dubbed “one of the dozen or so flawless book

musicals in all of Broadway history.” -Wall Street Journal

“The Fifth Annual Dunes Broadway Cabaret: Opposites Attract”

August 15-17

Friday and Saturday, 7 p.m. CST (8 p.m. EST), Sunday 2 p.m. CST (3 p.m. EST)

Directed by Steve Scott, music direction by Katelyn Leonard-White

A tuneful exploration of love in all its unpredictable guises, featuring Dunes Theatre actors

from the past and present.

“Voices From the Heartland: The Third Annual New Plays Festival”

September 17–20

Friday and Saturday, 7 p.m. CST (8 p.m. EST), Sunday 2 p.m. CST (3 p.m. EST)

Get a sneak peek of the dramatic classics of the future, penned by some of the outstanding

writers from northwest Indiana and southwest Michigan.

ABOUT DUNES ARTS SUMMER THEATRE

The Dunes Arts Foundation, which operates Dunes Arts Summer Theatre and EducationPrograms, was incorporated in the State of Indiana in 1951 and is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Nestled within the woodsy dunes of Michiana Shores, Dunes Summer Theatre is located at about a half mile from the Indiana Dunes and the Lake Michigan shore at 288 Shady Oak Dr, Michigan City, Ind. As northwest Indiana’s longest-running summer theater program, Dunes Summer Theatre has provided professional theater productions for more than seven decades.

This one-of-a-kind experience is a highlight of Harbor Country’s cultural fabric, promoting community spirit and embracing inclusivity, diversity and accessibility in all areas of operations. For more information or to purchase individual tickets ($35), senior/student tickets ($30), group sales ($25 for four or more) and season subscriptions ($150) please visit dunesARTS.org or call (219) 879-7509. Follow along on social media@dunesartsfoundation.

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Dunes Art Summer Theatre Presents: "Misery" by William Goldman
May
30
to Jun 15

Dunes Art Summer Theatre Presents: "Misery" by William Goldman

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THE 2025 DUNES SUMMER THEATRE SEASON

“Misery” by William Goldman, based on the novel by Stephen King

May 30-June 15

Fridays and Saturdays, 7 p.m. CST (8 p.m. EST), Sundays 2 p.m. CST (3 p.m. EST)

Directed by John Hancock

When famed romantic novelist Paul Sheldon is rescued from a car crash by his most adoring fan, the stage is set for a swiftly moving thriller, called by New City “an intense love story...dipped in poison.”

DUNES ARTS SUMMER THEATRE ANNOUNCES 2025 SEASON

Dunes Arts Summer Theatre announces its highly anticipated 74th summer season, including five productions “She Loves Me,” “Outside Mullingar,” and—kicking things off on May 30—“Misery.” Individual tickets ($35), senior/student tickets ($30), group sales ($25 for four or more) and season subscriptions ($150) can be purchased at dunesARTS.org or by calling (219) 879-7509.

Nestled within the woodsy dunes of Michiana Shores, Dunes Summer Theatre, located at 288 Shady Oak Dr, Michigan City, Ind., has brought professional performances to Harbor Country for more than seven decades and is northwest Indiana’s longest-running summer theater program.

Artistic Director Steve Scott, who joined Dunes Summer Theatre in 2021 after producing more than 200 productions at Chicago’s Goodman Theatre for more than three decades, is especially excited about this year’s offerings to southwest Lake Michigan’s performing arts community. “Our theme this year is ‘Opposites Attract,’” said Scott. “Our audiences will delight—and in some cases be terrified by—the results when very different people are forced together in highly emotional circumstances. It’s the essence of theater, and I’m very excited to see the results.”

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ABBA Mania at the CVPA
May
30
7:30 PM19:30

ABBA Mania at the CVPA

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ABBA Mania at the Theatre at the Center for Visual and Performing Arts

Friday, May 30 | 7:30 pm

$50

The ABBA Mania Tribute has successfully toured every continent in the world and has played more than 3,000 live concerts in over 35 countries, bringing the music of the Swedish supergroup to millions of fans. Featuring an extraordinary cast of talented musicians and performers, it’s an authentic and unforgettable tribute to the legendary band that has captured the hearts of fans for generations . Enjoy all the hits, from “Dancing Queen” to “Waterloo” and “Mamma Mia” to “Take a Chance on Me,” transporting audiences back to the disco era. There will be a cash bar in the lobby.


To learn more or to buy tickets, click here:

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Art in Focus Presents: Fear of the Dark -- Arts obsession with primal fear
Jun
9
10:00 AM10:00

Art in Focus Presents: Fear of the Dark -- Arts obsession with primal fear

Thanks to the generous support from Powers Health, Art in Focus is FREE to adult learners of all ages who are interested in the arts and its impact on our world. Sessions are held every second and fourth Monday of the month at the Center for Visual and Performing Arts in Munster. Presentations begin at 10am and run between 45 mins and 10 hour.

June 9th, 2025

Fear of the Dark: Arts obsession with primal fear

Join us for a lecture on the abstract presence of ‘darkness’ in works of art. Darkness is a ghost of an idea,, and in a world which has illuminated its presence, it still haunts us every day. This lingering obsession can be seen in the works created by artists throughout the centuries.

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My Fair Audrey Hepburn
Jun
11
to Jun 14

My Fair Audrey Hepburn

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My Fair Audrey Hepburn
Starring Hilary Ann Feldman

$40

Click each date below to purchase tickets:

2:30 pm Wednesday, June 11
2:30 and 7:30 pm Thursday, June 12 
2:30 and 7:30 pm Friday, June 13
2:30 and 7:30 pm Saturday, June 14

When you think of Audrey Hepburn, you think of timeless beauty.  But she was much more than that. From WWII refugee to Academy Award winner and from UNICEF beneficiary to UNICEF ambassador, Hepburn led a remarkable and exemplary life. Actress, fashion icon, wife, mother and tireless humanitarian, she is as much beloved today as she was half a century ago. Join Chicago cabaret artist Hilary Ann Feldman and pianist Beckie Menzie for their touching, funny and enlightening musical tribute to this extraordinary woman. They blend story and songs, including “Moon River” from “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” and selections from “My Fair Lady.”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PRyCgwaUUc

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The Neverly Brothers at the Theatre at the Center!
Jun
15
3:00 PM15:00

The Neverly Brothers at the Theatre at the Center!

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The Neverly Brothers

Sunday, June 15 | 3 pm

$40*

The Neverly Brothers concerts are a tribute to one of the most exciting chapters in music history: the birth, near death and resurrection of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Their one-of-a-kind high energy stage performances take you on a tour of rock history from 1955 to 1965.

You'll learn rock history and be thoroughly entertained with their chronological song sequence, stories behind the music and vintage wardrobe changes.

Expect show-stopping renditions of hits by Jerry Lee Lewis (“Great Balls of Fire”), Chuck Berry (“Johnny B. Goode”), Eddie Cochran (“Summertime Blues”), Buddy Holly (“That’ll be the Day”), The Beatles (“Twist & Shout”), The Rolling Stones (“Satisfaction”), The Kinks (“You Really Got Me”), The Dave Clark Five (“Glad All Over”) and more! 

DINING OPTION:

For an additional $40, add the Sunday Champagne Brunch, presented by 10Forty Banquets & Catering Inc. Seating available for 11 am, noon or 1 pm. Call for reservation and meal payment: 219-836-1930, Ext. 2.

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNpY9e_KkJk&t=8

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Mulberry Street: A Tribute to Billy Joel
Jun
21
7:30 PM19:30

Mulberry Street: A Tribute to Billy Joel

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Mulberry Street: Tribute to Billy Joel
Starring Thomas Linsk

Friday, June 21 | 7:30 pm 

$40

Mulberry Street is a celebration to one of the most popular singer-songwriters of all time, Billy Joel. Enjoy a compilation of his many chart-topping hits and most loved deep cuts. This stage experience is comprised of some of Chicago’s finest musicians, brought together by frontman and piano man Thomas Linsk. Linsk, and these amazing artists, have played across the country performing every genre of music for the past 25 years. There will be a cash bar in the lobby.

For Tickets, click here

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V1tGVyJW_mQ

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Art in Focus Presents: Sky Ladder and the Art of Cai Guo-Qiang
Jun
23
10:00 AM10:00

Art in Focus Presents: Sky Ladder and the Art of Cai Guo-Qiang

Thanks to the generous support from Powers Health, Art in Focus is FREE to adult learners of all ages who are interested in the arts and its impact on our world. Sessions are held every second and fourth Monday of the month at the Center for Visual and Performing Arts in Munster. Presentations begin at 10am and run between 45 mins and 10 hour.

June 23rd, 2025

Sky Ladder: The Art of Cai Guo-Qiang

Trace the ride of contemporary artist Cai Guo-Quiang from childhood in Mao’s China to global art world superstar, and join his quest to realize his lifelong obsession, Sky Ladder. Known for his spectacular pyrotechnic displays, he creates his most ambitious project yet in this breathtaking documentary.

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Dunes Art Summer Theatre Presents: "Outside Mullingar" by John Patrick Shanley
Jun
27
to Jul 13

Dunes Art Summer Theatre Presents: "Outside Mullingar" by John Patrick Shanley

“Outside Mullingar” by John Patrick Shanley

June 27-July 13

Fridays and Saturdays, 7 p.m. CST (8 p.m. EST), Sundays 2 p.m. CST (3 p.m. EST)

NO PERFORMANCE ON JULY 4. Extra performance added on Thursday, July 3, 7 p.m.

CST (8 p.m. EST)

Directed by Michael Lasswell

Set in rural Ireland, Shanley’s clever comedy focuses on the unlikely romance between Anthony and Rosemary, longtime neighbors who slowly discover their reaction to each other–in a romantic battle of wits that is poetic, uplifting, sometimes dark, and funny as hell.

DUNES ARTS SUMMER THEATRE ANNOUNCES 2025 SEASON

Dunes Arts Summer Theatre announces its highly anticipated 74th summer season, including five productions “She Loves Me,” “Outside Mullingar,” and—kicking things off on May 30—“Misery.” Individual tickets ($35), senior/student tickets ($30), group sales ($25 for four or more) and season subscriptions ($150) can be purchased at dunesARTS.org or by calling (219) 879-7509.

Nestled within the woodsy dunes of Michiana Shores, Dunes Summer Theatre, located at 288 Shady Oak Dr, Michigan City, Ind., has brought professional performances to Harbor Country for more than seven decades and is northwest Indiana’s longest-running summer theater program.

Artistic Director Steve Scott, who joined Dunes Summer Theatre in 2021 after producing more than 200 productions at Chicago’s Goodman Theatre for more than three decades, is especially excited about this year’s offerings to southwest Lake Michigan’s performing arts community. “Our theme this year is ‘Opposites Attract,’” said Scott. “Our audiences will delight—and in some cases be terrified by—the results when very different people are forced together in highly emotional circumstances. It’s the essence of theater, and I’m very excited to see the results.”

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Over the Rainbow Art Bash at the Lubeznik Center for the Arts
Jun
28
5:00 PM17:00

Over the Rainbow Art Bash at the Lubeznik Center for the Arts

Over the Rainbow ArtBash – June 28, 2025

Join us at The Great Hall at PNW on Saturday, June 28, at 5:30 PM CST and help Lubeznik Center for the Arts build our creative hub for our diverse community! We make incredible art experiences accessible to all, both inside and outside of our walls. Come dressed as a color of the rainbow, the whole rainbow or your favorite character from the Land of Oz!

The evening includes: Cocktails, Dinner, Silent & Live Auctions and Dancing.

 

Tickets, table hosts, sponsorships and more are available here: https://lubeznikcenter.square.site/shop/artbash-2025/MTEW63B7ACQ36RZ4KABGNNOV

 

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The Legendary Patsy Cline Show
Jun
29
3:00 PM15:00

The Legendary Patsy Cline Show

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The Legendary Patsy Cline Show
Starring Amberley Beatty

Sunday, June 29 | 3 pm

$40

When Amberley Beatty steps on stage, she channels the essence of Patsy Cline, one of the most iconic voices in the history of pop and country music. Dressed in classic Western attire or elegant evening gowns, Amberley captures the sultry and timeless sound of the legendary singer. Prepare for a mesmerizing journey through Patsy Cline's greatest hits, including “I Fall to Pieces,” “She’s Got You,” “Crazy,” and the hauntingly beautiful “Faded Love.” This performance is more than just a tribute – it’s an emotional experience that will have you singing, laughing and possibly shedding a tear.  

DINING OPTION:

For an additional $35, add the Sunday Champagne Brunch, presented by 10Forty Banquets & Catering Inc. Seating available for 11 am, noon or 1 pm. Call for reservation and meal payment: 219-836-1930, Ext. 2.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kx6Y4BKgL-Y&t=229s

For Tickets, click here!

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Tribute Concert to Elvis! with Tyler Christopher
Jul
12
7:30 PM19:30

Tribute Concert to Elvis! with Tyler Christopher

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Tyler Christopher’s Tribute Concert to Elvis

Saturday, July 12 | 7:30 pm

$40

Tyler Christopher makes his return to the TATC stage after his sold-out 2024 show. The nationally recognized performer and Elvis tribute artist has wowed audiences throughout the country with his high-energy, youthful and authentic tribute to the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll. He recreates all eras of Elvis' career, from 50s rocker to the 70s Vegas superstar, and leaves audiences amazed and entertained.

DINING OPTION:

For an additional $35, add a pre-concert dinner at 5:30 pm, with doors open at 5 pm, presented by 10Forty Banquets & Catering Inc. Call for reservation and meal payment: 219-836-1930, Ext. 2.

Menu
Corn Chowder
Chicken Fried Chicken with Country Gravy
Mashed Potatoes
Peas
Biscuits with butter
Coconut cake

For tix, click here!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2hozOhAhkSE&t=1s

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Towle Theatre Presents: Superhero
Jul
18
to Jul 27

Towle Theatre Presents: Superhero

Superhero
Musical

Book by John Logan Music and Lyrics by Tom Kitt

JULY 18-20, 25-27 2025 FRI 7:30pm, SAT & Sun 2pm Dates & Times subject to change

.Superhero is a deeply human new musical about a fractured family .The story follows Simon, a teenage comic book fan who retreats into an imaginary world after witnessing his father's death in an accident two years earlier. Simon's mother, Charlotte, is an English lit professor who struggles to process her grief while also worrying about her son. The two are joined by a mysterious neighbor and an unexpected hero who helps them on their journey. Before we can save the world, we have to save each other.

SUPERHERO is presented by arrangement with [https://%20www.concordtheatricals.com/]Concord Theatricals.

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Dunes Art Summer Theatre Presents: "She Loves Me" by Joe Maseroff
Jul
25
to Aug 10

Dunes Art Summer Theatre Presents: "She Loves Me" by Joe Maseroff

“She Loves Me,” book by Joe Maseroff, music by Jerry Bock, lyrics by Sheldon Harnick

July 25-August 10

Fridays and Saturdays, 7 p.m. CST (8 p.m. EST), Sundays 2 p.m. CST (3 p.m. EST)

Directed by Steve Scott, music direction by Katelyn Leonard-WhiteBased on the classic film “The Shop Around the Corner” (later remade as “You’ve Got Mail” with Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan), a Hungarian perfume shop becomes the site for mistaken identity and glorious romance in a musical dubbed “one of the dozen.

DUNES ARTS SUMMER THEATRE ANNOUNCES 2025 SEASON

Dunes Arts Summer Theatre announces its highly anticipated 74th summer season, including five productions “She Loves Me,” “Outside Mullingar,” and—kicking things off on May 30—“Misery.” Individual tickets ($35), senior/student tickets ($30), group sales ($25 for four or more) and season subscriptions ($150) can be purchased at dunesARTS.org or by calling (219) 879-7509.

Nestled within the woodsy dunes of Michiana Shores, Dunes Summer Theatre, located at 288 Shady Oak Dr, Michigan City, Ind., has brought professional performances to Harbor Country for more than seven decades and is northwest Indiana’s longest-running summer theater program.

Artistic Director Steve Scott, who joined Dunes Summer Theatre in 2021 after producing more than 200 productions at Chicago’s Goodman Theatre for more than three decades, is especially excited about this year’s offerings to southwest Lake Michigan’s performing arts community. “Our theme this year is ‘Opposites Attract,’” said Scott. “Our audiences will delight—and in some cases be terrified by—the results when very different people are forced together in highly emotional circumstances. It’s the essence of theater, and I’m very excited to see the results.”

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The Music of Bruce Springsteen & Bob Seger
Aug
9
7:30 PM19:30

The Music of Bruce Springsteen & Bob Seger

The Music of Bruce Springsteen and Bob Seger by Sons of Chicago

Saturday, Aug. 9 | 7:30 pm

$40

The Sons of Chicago are a band of eight rocking professional musicians that pays tribute to two iconic American artists of the common man in the same show – Bruce Springsteen and Bob Seger. Songs about the dreams, hope and glory of life are performed with the same rockin’ emotional energy as the originals we all know and love. From “Born in The USA” to “Old Time Rock n’ Roll,” this is a concert experience like no other.

For tickets, click here:

https://youtu.be/f81ouzl3uc8

 

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Dunes Summer Theatre Presents: “The Fifth Annual Dunes Broadway Cabaret: Opposites Attract”
Aug
15
to Aug 17

Dunes Summer Theatre Presents: “The Fifth Annual Dunes Broadway Cabaret: Opposites Attract”

“The Fifth Annual Dunes Broadway Cabaret: Opposites Attract”

August 15-17

Friday and Saturday, 7 p.m. CST (8 p.m. EST), Sunday 2 p.m. CST (3 p.m. EST)

Directed by Steve Scott, music direction by Katelyn Leonard-White

A tuneful exploration of love in all.

DUNES ARTS SUMMER THEATRE ANNOUNCES 2025 SEASON

Dunes Arts Summer Theatre announces its highly anticipated 74th summer season, including five productions “She Loves Me,” “Outside Mullingar,” and—kicking things off on May 30—“Misery.” Individual tickets ($35), senior/student tickets ($30), group sales ($25 for four or more) and season subscriptions ($150) can be purchased at dunesARTS.org or by calling (219) 879-7509.

Nestled within the woodsy dunes of Michiana Shores, Dunes Summer Theatre, located at 288 Shady Oak Dr, Michigan City, Ind., has brought professional performances to Harbor Country for more than seven decades and is northwest Indiana’s longest-running summer theater program.

Artistic Director Steve Scott, who joined Dunes Summer Theatre in 2021 after producing more than 200 productions at Chicago’s Goodman Theatre for more than three decades, is especially excited about this year’s offerings to southwest Lake Michigan’s performing arts community. “Our theme this year is ‘Opposites Attract,’” said Scott. “Our audiences will delight—and in some cases be terrified by—the results when very different people are forced together in highly emotional circumstances. It’s the essence of theater, and I’m very excited to see the results.”

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43rd Annual Arts Festival at the Lubeznik Center for the Arts
Aug
16
to Aug 17

43rd Annual Arts Festival at the Lubeznik Center for the Arts

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Happening at the Lubeznik Center

Saturday, AUG 16, 2025 — AUG 17, 2025

Join us this summer for our 43rd Lubeznik Arts Festival (LAF)! LAF is one of the highlights of summer in Northwest Indiana! Taking place on LCA’s grounds, just steps away from Lake Michigan, LAF connects festival-goers to our dynamic programming and exhibitions. During this year’s festival, we’ll have 80+ artists, food vendors, indoor exhibitions, family activities and live demos. LCA's summer blockbuster exhibition, Women to the Front, will also be on display inside LCA.

Time: 10 AM-5 PM (Central)

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Towle Theatre Presents: Ms.Holmes & Ms. Watson Apt. 2B
Sep
12
to Sep 14

Towle Theatre Presents: Ms.Holmes & Ms. Watson Apt. 2B

Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson- Apt 2B
Farce

By Kate Hamil

September 12-14, 19-21 FRI 7:30pm, SAT & Sun 2pm Dates & Times subject to change

An irreverent, darkly comic, modern take on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s famous sleuth and sidekick, this fast-paced romp re-examines the world’s most famous detective story with a bold new feminist lens. In this highly theatrical, escapade, oddball female roommates Sherlock Holmes & Joan Watson join forces to emerge from pandemic fog as a deeply codependent, quasi-dysfunctional Odd Couple adventure duo - solving mysteries and kicking butts, until they come face to face with a villain who seems to have all the answers.

MS. HOLMES & MS. WATSON – APT. 2B is presented through special arrangement with TRW PLAYS 1180 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 640, New York, NY 10036.

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Dunes Art Summer Theatre Presents: "Voices from the Heartland"
Sep
17
to Sep 20

Dunes Art Summer Theatre Presents: "Voices from the Heartland"

“Voices From the Heartland: The Third Annual New Plays Festival”

September 17–20

Friday and Saturday, 7 p.m. CST (8 p.m. EST), Sunday 2 p.m. CST (3 p.m. EST)

Get a sneak peek of the dramatic classics of the future, penned by some of the outstanding

writers from northwest Indiana and southwest Michigan.

DUNES ARTS SUMMER THEATRE ANNOUNCES 2025 SEASON

Dunes Arts Summer Theatre announces its highly anticipated 74th summer season, including five productions “She Loves Me,” “Outside Mullingar,” and—kicking things off on May 30—“Misery.” Individual tickets ($35), senior/student tickets ($30), group sales ($25 for four or more) and season subscriptions ($150) can be purchased at dunesARTS.org or by calling (219) 879-7509.

Nestled within the woodsy dunes of Michiana Shores, Dunes Summer Theatre, located at 288 Shady Oak Dr, Michigan City, Ind., has brought professional performances to Harbor Country for more than seven decades and is northwest Indiana’s longest-running summer theater program.

Artistic Director Steve Scott, who joined Dunes Summer Theatre in 2021 after producing more than 200 productions at Chicago’s Goodman Theatre for more than three decades, is especially excited about this year’s offerings to southwest Lake Michigan’s performing arts community. “Our theme this year is ‘Opposites Attract,’” said Scott. “Our audiences will delight—and in some cases be terrified by—the results when very different people are forced together in highly emotional circumstances. It’s the essence of theater, and I’m very excited to see the results.”

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At the Theatre at the Center! Johnny Cash Tribute Concert
Mar
22
7:30 PM19:30

At the Theatre at the Center! Johnny Cash Tribute Concert

Johnny Cash Tribute Concert: Starring Terry Lee Goffee

Saturday, March 22 | 7:30 pm

$40

Billed as “the World’s Premier Johnny Cash Tribute,” Terry Lee was raised in rural Ohio growing up in a home surrounded by music. He began to listen to, and pr actice,every conceivable style and format of music with an intensity and fervency pf ambitious youth to become proficient at an early age. With a career that has come full circle, mixing gospel and country music. From the Man in Black’s biggest hits like “Ring of Fire,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” “A Boy Named Sue” and “Walk the Line,” audiences offer eager ovations and applause.

DINING OPTION:

For an additional $30, add a pre-concert dinner at 5:30 pm, with doors open at 5 pm, presented by 10Forty Banquets & Catering Inc. Call for reservation and meal payment: 219-836-1930, Ext. 2.

Menu
Chili
Country Fried Chicken with Country White Gravy
Traditional Mashed Potatoes
Sweet Kernel Corn
Cornbread Muffins
Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

 

Link = https://mpv.tickets.com/?agency=TATV_PLAGENCY_MPV&orgid=48149&pid=9491900

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yjuKjthe444&list=PL852C00A4F68C3D2F

 

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Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra Presents: Musical Masterpieces
Mar
21
6:00 PM18:00

Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra Presents: Musical Masterpieces

Musical Masterpieces

Friday, March 21, 7:30pm
6:15 Pre-Concert Discussion
Living Hope Church

Featuring Thomas Stark, trombone

WEBER - Overture to Oberon
BOURGEOIS - Trombone Concerto
MUSSORGSKY - Pictures at an Exhibition

Mussorgsky’s virtuoso musical depiction of an art exhibit is widely considered one of his greatest works. The ten movement suite represents a viewer’s walk through an exhibition of works by Russian painter Viktor Hartmann.

Symphony Principal Trombonist Thomas Stark will perform the contemporary Bourgeois Trombone Concerto.

The overture to Weber’s romantic opera based on A Midsummer Night’s Dream will delight.

“An edge-of-your-seat, virtuoso showcase for our orchestra!”

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Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra Presents: Tchaikovsky! with Esme Aria-Kim
Mar
21
6:00 PM18:00

Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra Presents: Tchaikovsky! with Esme Aria-Kim

Tchaikovsky! with Esme Aria-Kim

Friday, April 25, 7:30pm
6:15pm Pre-Concert Discussion
Living Hope Church

Featuring Esme Arias-Kim, violin

TCHAIKOVSKY—Violin Concerto
TCHAIKOVSKY—Symphony No. 4

Fresh from her appearance with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Esme Arias-Kim returns to perform the monumental Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto. 

Then, from the thunderous opening fanfare to the hauntingly beautiful melodies that follow, the Symphony No. 4 is a rollercoaster of emotions unlike any other.

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Sixtiesmania presented by Lakeshore Community Concerts
Mar
16
2:00 PM14:00

Sixtiesmania presented by Lakeshore Community Concerts

Sixtiesmania presented by Lakeshore Community Concerts

Sunday, March 16, 2025 at 2:00pm

Location: Highland High School, 9135 Erie Street, Highland 46322

$60 season ticket subscription for 6 quality shows - hand picked just for you!

For tickets, visit our website at lakeshoreconcerts.org or call 219/932-9795

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Indiana Ballet Theatre's 17th Annual Gala
Mar
1
11:00 AM11:00

Indiana Ballet Theatre's 17th Annual Gala

Indiana Ballet Theatre Presents:

Murder Mystery Dinner – 17th Annual Gala

Saturday, March 1, 2025

Halls of St. George
905 E. Joliet Street, Schererville, IN

A night of mystery and intrigue! Join us for an unforgettable evening of elegance, excitement, and mystery at our Murder Mystery Dinner Gala. Enjoy a delicious dinner, Indiana Ballet Theatre Company performance, and a thrilling whodunit.

Dress to impress in your 1920s Speakeasy best and get ready for an evening filled with suspense, fun, and surprises!

Tickets: $100/Ticket | $900/Table of 10

SPONSOR + ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES

Gala Sponsor Opportunities
Gala Sponsorship Form
Advertising & Arts Sponsor Opportunities
Gala Advertising Form

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Towle Theatre Presents: The Mad Ones
Feb
28
to Mar 9

Towle Theatre Presents: The Mad Ones

The Mad Ones
Musical

By Kait Kerrigan and Bree Lowdermilk

FEBRUARY 28 2025
MARCH 1-2, 7-9
FRI 7:30pm, SAT & Sun 2pm Dates & Times subject to change

Mad to live, mad to talk, mad to be saved... 18-year-old Samantha Brown sits in a hand-me-down car with the keys clutched in her hand. Caught between a yearning for the unknown and feeling bound by expectation, she telescopes back to a time before her world had fallen apart. As she sits in the driver's seat, she faces a choice: will she follow in her mother's footsteps, or take the dare of her impetuous best friend and chart a new path?

The Mad Ones is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals.

For more information please visit: https://www.towletheater.org/

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Windiana Winter Concert
Feb
27
7:30 PM19:30

Windiana Winter Concert

Windiana Winter Concert at Griffith High School

Thursday, February 27th, 2025 at 7:30pm

-Doors open at: 7pm

-$3.00 for students (with ID) and senior citizens

-$5.00 for general admission

Windiana’s February 27 concert will be held in the auditorium of Griffith High School, continuing Windiana’s new tradition of performing one of its concerts each year at a northwest Indiana school.

The concert is being sponsored by the Griffith school bands, led by Virginia Hernandez and Nilo Sanchez. We’re honored for their sponsorship, and especially excited to bring music into the local schools. Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit the Griffith school bands and Windiana.

The concert, without intermission, will last about one hour.

To learn more and to purchase tickets, please click below: https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/griffith/L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50LzY4Mw==

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Window in a Wall by Tajci Cameron & Sanya Mateyas
Feb
27
7:00 PM19:00

Window in a Wall by Tajci Cameron & Sanya Mateyas

Window in a Wall by Tajci Cameron & Sanya Mateyas presented by Lakeshore Community Concerts

Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 7pm (with an outreach at 12:30pm on the same day)

Location: Highland High School, 9135 Erie Street, Highland, IN 46322

$60 season ticket subscription for 6 quality shows - hand picked just for you!

For tickets, visit our website at lakeshoreconcerts.org or call 219/932-9795

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Art in Focus: Bob Ross
Feb
24
10:00 AM10:00

Art in Focus: Bob Ross

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Art in Focus — Bob Ross: Happy Accidents, Betrayal, & Greed

Monday, February 24th, 2025 at 10am

Documentary & Discussion

Join us for a documentary screening of “Bob Ross: Happy Accidents, Betrayal & Greed,” followed by a post screening discussion. Bob Ross brought joy to millions as the world’s most famous art instructor. Following his passing, a battle for his business empire cast a shadow over his happy trees.

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The Theatre at the Center Presents: Love Letters by Playwright A.G. Gurney
Feb
14
to Feb 16

The Theatre at the Center Presents: Love Letters by Playwright A.G. Gurney

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The Theatre at the Center Presents: Love Letters by Playwright A.G. Gurney

Starring Philip Potempa and Cara Schmitt, benefiting Women’s Association Northwest Indiana Symphony Society (WANISS) and The Edith Root Scholarship

Friday, Feb. 14 | 7:30 pm
Sunday, Feb. 16 | 3 pm
$35

We see the relationship of childhood friends Andrew Makepeace Ladd III and Melissa Gardner grow through their lifelong correspondence, starting with birthday party thank-you notes and summer camp postcards. Romantically attached, they continue to exchange letters through the college years and beyond, with life taking them in different directions. Eventually the two reconnect, but it is too late for them? Through their correspondence, it becomes clear how much they really meant to each other over the years. Performed with permission and licensing of Dramatists Play Service of New York City.

DINING OPTION:
On Feb. 14, for an additional $50, add a pre-show Valentine’s Day dinner at 5:30 pm, with doors open at 5 pm, presented by 10Forty Banquets & Catering Inc. Call for reservation and meal payment: 219-836-1930, Ext. 2.

MENU

  • Cream of Chicken Rice Soup

  • Spring Greens Garden Salad

  • Main entree choice of Prime Sirloin Steak or Stuffed Spinach Mousse Chicken

  • Duchess Potato

  • Fresh Asparagus

  • Raspberry Cheesecake with Crème Anglaise and Berries

  • Complimentary glass of Champagne.

On Feb. 16, for an additional $35, add the Sunday Champagne Brunch, presented by 10Forty Banquets & Catering Inc. Seating available for 11 am, noon or 1 pm. Call for reservation and meal payment: 219-836-1930, Ext. 2.

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Art in Focus: Masahisa Fukase
Feb
10
10:00 AM10:00

Art in Focus: Masahisa Fukase

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Art in Focus — A Feast for Ravens: Masahisa Fukase

Monday, February 10th, 2025 at 10am

Join us for a lecture on the life of artist and photographer Masahisa Fukase. It is a common superstition that with black wings come blacker omens, and for Fukase, this could not have been truer. Fukase was possessed by the image of the Raven, almost exclusively photographing them for the better part of a decade. An obsession that would result in one of the most celebrated photo books of the 20th century, through the tragedy, he would never get to see his work celebrated. Fukase’s life was one of beautiful tenderness and Shakespearean Tragedy.

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Forever Simon & Garfunkel: A Tribute
Jan
27
7:00 PM19:00

Forever Simon & Garfunkel: A Tribute

Forever Simon & Garfunkel: A Tribute presented by Lakeshore Community Concerts

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 7:00pm

Location: Highland High School, 9135 Erie Street, Highland, IN 46322

$60 season subscription for 6 quality shows - hand picked just for you!

For tickets, visit out website at lakeshoreconcerts.org or call 219/932-9795

 

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Chesterton Art Center Exhibits
Jan
16
to Mar 1

Chesterton Art Center Exhibits

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Chesterton Art Center Exhibition

Title: Polly and Her Dad: Billy + Polly Pozzo Exhibition

Date: January 16-March 1, 2025

Location: Chesterton Art Center, 115 S 4th St., Chesterton, IN

Artists’ Reception: Saturday, January 25 from 12-2PM Artists’ Talk + Screening of “Billy and Polly Paint” by Leslie Nuss: Saturday, February 8 at 12PM All events are free and open to the public, and all are welcome.

This is an exhibition about art and love. Billy Pozzo’s paintings, drawings, and sculptures are inspired by music, popular culture, loss, and the memories and people who surround him—especially his daughter Polly, a painter who challenges preconceived notions of ability and creativity.

Polly and her dad can often be found in the studio where they learn and create together. The work they create is their shared language that demonstrates the capacity of art to heal and bond us. Both artists’ bodies of work are aligned not only because they are family, but as the intent of both is to process their surroundings and experiences, albeit in very different practices.

This exhibition tells a story of Polly and her dad, a story that needs to be heard and shared of family resilience, unconditional love, and the power of art to connect us all.

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Exhibit - Every Generation Artists
Jan
9
11:30 AM11:30

Exhibit - Every Generation Artists

Please feel free to join us to celebrate our Every Generation artists who will be displaying their Loom, Weave, and Textile masterpieces.  Susan Harris is the instructor we will also showcase!

 Thursday, January 9th, 2025

11:30AM

We will provide coffee and small bites, so you have another reason to support our attendees of this special program!

 

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Hand Build with Love: Holiday & New Year's Eve at South Shore Arts
Dec
28
12:00 PM12:00

Hand Build with Love: Holiday & New Year's Eve at South Shore Arts

Hand Build with Love: Holiday and New Year's Eve.

Come celebrate the season with the workshop everyone is talking about. Spend some time with friends or family while you create a one-of-a-kind ceramic piece to cherish and learn a new skill together. After items are fired, our team will wrap the gifts for you for the holidays.

 Both workshops features small bites to eat, seasonal music, and a chance to write small notes of reflection for your special someone.

 

$175 for two people for one session below:

Session Two: Saturday, December 28, 12–3pm

12/28 Sign Up

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Holiday Workshops
Dec
14
11:00 AM11:00

Holiday Workshops

Holiday Workshops which will take place 11:00am - 4:00pm on December 14th with key activities happening in sessions:

 

11:00 - 4:00p Holiday Fun Activity

11:00 - 1:00 Ceramics Exploration

12:00 - 2:00 Mixed Media Workshop

2:00 - 4:00 Printmaking Fun

Please save the date for our $10 per attendee or $30 per family

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South Shore Arts Holiday Workshop & Open House
Dec
14
11:00 AM11:00

South Shore Arts Holiday Workshop & Open House

Holiday Workshop & Open House

It's a South Shore Arts tradition for a reason. Gather the elves for a wintery afternoon of take-home crafts with holiday themes. You'll decorate clay ornaments, build your own snowman, and create a framed print to gift to family or friends.

 Plus, all Holiday Workshop registrants will be entered into our mystery gift drawing at our first-annual Holiday Open House. This festive afternoon in the Main Gallery features live classical performances, carolers, a holiday Maker's Market, and a book signing with WFMT's beloved pledge-drive artist David Lee Csicsko.

 

Holiday Workshop: $15 per attendee or $45 per family,

December 14, 11am–4pm Holiday Open House: free

 

Individual Workshop Sign Up

 Family Workshop Sign Up

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Annie Jr.
Dec
13
to Dec 15

Annie Jr.

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Regional Performing Arts Company Presents -

Annie Jr.

Based on the popular comic strip and adapted from the Tony Award-winning Best Musical, with a beloved book and score by Tony Award winners, Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin, Annie JR. features everyone’s favorite little redhead in her very first adventure.

With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone's hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. Annie is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of an orphanage run by the cruel Miss Hannigan. Annie eventually foils Miss Hannigan's evil machinations, finding a new home and family in billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy.

Directed by Zoe Parnell and Grace Snider 

7:00 p.m., December 13-14, 2024

2:00 p.m., December 15, 2024

Oakwood Hall, Woodland Park

2100 Willowcreek Rd, Portage, IN 46368

 Tickets available at tix.regionalperformingarts.org

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Chesterton Art Center Sip + Shop
Dec
12
5:00 PM17:00

Chesterton Art Center Sip + Shop

Chesterton Art Center Sip + Shop

Date: Thursday, December 12 from 5-8 PM

Location: Chesterton Art Center, 115 S 4th St., Chesterton, IN

 Ring in the holidays at CAC's annual Sip + Shop event on Thursday, December 12th from 5-8pm for the perfect opportunity to shop for friends and loved ones, and enjoy delicious small bites and a cash bar. Choose from a wide array of handmade artworks and goods crafted by local and Midwest artists.

Items available will include ceramics, jewelry, textiles, unique wood and glass ornaments, leather goods, handcrafted charcuterie boards and menorahs, prints, cards, and more.

Original artwork always makes a wonderful gift! Shop to support your local creative community.

CAC Members are invited for special preview shopping from 5-6PM. It’s a great time to take advantage of that 10% member discount. To become a CAC member, visit chestertonart.org/membership.

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ART + INNOVATION
Dec
12
4:30 PM16:30

ART + INNOVATION

ART + INNOVATION

Thursday, December 12, 2024 from 4:30pm to 6:30pm at Roots Market Cafe and Lower Lincoln in downtown Valparaiso

This is a quarterly artist reception for artists displayed at Roots Cafe and Lower Lincoln. Each quarter VGC is inviting our community to celebrate the works of three local artists, hear their personal stories/creative processes, and learn from innovative professionals. This mix and mingle is meant to bring innovative sharing to the forefront for all!

This offering is a direct result of artist roundtable discussions that identified a need for networking opportunities and consistent events for creatives. We are using grant monies awarded in 2023 from the lAG Creative Convergence Program to cater to this need. Creatives of all art forms and levels welcome!!!

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Polar Express Night
Dec
6
5:00 PM17:00

Polar Express Night

Polar Express Night

Friday, December 6, 5:00 p.m.

Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Valparaiso

 The Regional Performing Arts is hosting their 5th annual fundraiser at the Barnes & Noble Valparaiso store featuring activities, a reading of "The Polar Express" and even a visit from Santa himself!

A percentage of the purchases made anywhere in the store will go towards the fundraiser.

This is a free event and fun for the whole family! Activities begin at 5 p.m. with Polar Express Story time at 7 p.m.

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Towles Annual Holiday Show, A Fabulous 50's Christmas. 
Nov
30
to Dec 15

Towles Annual Holiday Show, A Fabulous 50's Christmas. 

This wholesome family friendly show captures the spirit and joy of Christmas just as the Perry Como and Andy Williams TV Christmas specials did from years gone by.

Treat your entire family to Hammond’s very own Holiday Tradition and make it one of yours!

Towles Annual Holiday Show, A Fabulous 50's Christmas. 

 Fabulous 50's Christmas: NOVEMBER 30th

DECEMBER 6, 7, 13, 2024 at 8pm

DECEMBER 1, 8, 14, 15, 2024 at 2pm

Tickets are $24.00 Click Here for more information.

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Hand Build with Love at The South Shore Arts
Nov
30
12:00 PM12:00

Hand Build with Love at The South Shore Arts

Hand Build with Love: Holiday and New Year's Eve.

Come celebrate the season with the workshop everyone is talking about. Spend some time with friends or family while you create a one-of-a-kind ceramic piece to cherish and learn a new skill together. After items are fired, our team will wrap the gifts for you for the holidays.

 Both workshops features small bites to eat, seasonal music, and a chance to write small notes of reflection for your special someone.

 

$175 for two people for one session below:

Session One: Saturday, November 30, 12–3pm

11/30 Sign Up

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Chesterton Art CenterHoliday Celebration
Nov
30
10:00 AM10:00

Chesterton Art CenterHoliday Celebration

  • 115 South 4th Street, Chesterton, IN  (map)
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We are hosting a free Holiday Celebration event on November 30, which is the same day that the town is hosting their Hometown Holiday parade, so it will be a very festive Saturday for Chesterton and would love to get the word out!

 

Below is the event info:

 Chesterton Art CenterHoliday Celebration

Date: Saturday, November 30 from 10 AM-5 PM

Location: Chesterton Art Center, 115 South 4th Street, Chesterton, IN 

Description: Visit CAC to cozy up with some hot cocoa while creating a custom Modern Shapes Ornament before the downtown Hometown Holiday parade begins! 

This event is free, and all are welcome. We hope to see you in your favorite festive holiday attire!

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Scrooge! The Musical
Nov
29
to Dec 15

Scrooge! The Musical

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Scrooge! The Musical

Book, Music, and Lyrics by Leslie Bricusse

Friday, November 29th through Sunday, December 15, 2024 at the Memorial Opera House in Valparaiso

In this timeless musical adaptation of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, miserly Ebenezer Scrooge undergoes a profound experience of redemption over the course of a Christmas Eve night, after being visited by the ghost of his former partner Jacob Marley and the ghosts of Christmas past, present and future.

The score and book are closely adapted from the music and screenplay of the 1970 musical film Scrooge starring Albert Finney.

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All in Jest Trivia, 4th Season!
Nov
29
7:00 PM19:00

All in Jest Trivia, 4th Season!

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All in Jest Trivia, 4th Season!

Friday, Nov 29, 7pm

$10 at the door, Cash Bar

Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts

540 S. Lake Street, Gary IN 46403

Quizmaster General Josh Gamble returns with his unique Multimedia Spin on Trivia on the last Friday of every month from September to April.

Teams of up to 6 people will be tested in categories of General Knowledge, Sports & Games, TV & Movies, Music, and the always random Mystery Rounds. For trivia newcomers to those burdened with too many random facts in their brains, come find out why All In Jest Trivia is: Unquestionably Better.

Prizes for the winning team AND the host’s favorite answer of the night!

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Exhibit - After Sargent Artist Reception at South Shore Arts Bachman Gallery
Nov
23
2:00 PM14:00

Exhibit - After Sargent Artist Reception at South Shore Arts Bachman Gallery

After Sargent

Artist Reception: Saturday, November 23, 2–4pm

Peter Lupkin, Not Windmills but Giants, Oil on Canvas, 72" x 36", Courtesy of Gallery VICTOR 

South Shore Arts presents After Sargent, November 22, 2024–February 22, 2025 at the Center for Visual & Performing Arts.

This exhibit will explore how contemporary painters, draftspersons, and sculptors have carried on, challenged, furthered, and broken away from the tradition that John Singer Sargent unknowingly left with his approach to representation during the French period of Belle Epoque. Sargent’s methods and themes with oil painting not only struck a chord with the Edwardian elite at the turn of the century but have endured throughout the last century. Since his passing 100 years ago, artists have been inviting and creating new interpretations and perspectives to his wider legacy and methods, challenging what it means to paint, draw, or sculpt the human figure and beyond.

Featuring the work of several local and national artists who have either followed in the traditions that Sargent paved or have elected to deviate into new modalities of representational artwork. These works will offer viewers opportunity to reflect on how an artist’s legacy carries on and changes as they compare and contrast the effects their work has had amongst contemporary artists.

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