The Strauss Theatre for the Performing Arts

03/16/2026

Whoa, Man! celebrates the iconic women of rock who have influenced generations of music lovers and musicians alike! With four alternating, female lead singers and a tight group of players, Whoa, Man! is a seven piece professional powerhouse band that will rock any festival, club, or private event! Expect danceable, anthemic songs from the most influential fem rockers of the last six decades, including Pat Benatar, Heart, Carole King, the Cranberries, the Supremes, Joan Jett, Stevie Nicks, Gwen Stefani, Melissa Etheridge, Paula Abdul, Blondie, Adele, Linda Ronstadt, Aretha Franklin, Janis Joplin, Tina Turner, Veruca Salt, Janet Jackson, the Bangles, the Go-Go’s and so many more!!! Whoa, Man! promises to melt your little rock-n-roll heart.
Date: Saturday, March 28th
Time: 7:00 PM, Doors open at 6:00 PM
Tickets: $20

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02/10/2026

SOLD OUT!!

🚨LAST CHANCE ALERT!🚨Tickets for Seymour -The Music of John Mellencamp in Kendallville, IN are almost gone! 🎸🔥This is a FREE show, and the remaining tickets are going fast. Once they’re gone, they’re gone—no extras, no waitlist.
🍔🌭Purchase dinner inside from Party On The Patio Food Truck & Tyrodz Dawgz starting at 4:30 PM. 🍪Pick up a sweet Valentine's treat from Custom Cookies by Lori.
Grab your tickets now before you’re wishing you had!👉https://performingarts.eventcalendarapp.com/seymour-the-music-of-john-mellencamp

01/30/2026

Did you reserve your free tickets?!

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01/24/2026

Tickets are going fast folks! Free show on Valentine's Day! Come celebrate our anniversary!

The Strauss Theatre for the Performing Arts is located within the Community Learning Center. It was the old high school.

401 E Diamond St. Kendallville, IN 46755
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01/17/2026

01/16/2026

Join us as we celebrate our 1 Year Anniversary!

Exactly 1 year ago, the theatre within the Community Learning Center was given a new name: The A.M. Strauss Theatre for the Performing Arts. Designed by Kendallville native Alvin M. Strauss in 1938 for what was then the Kendallville High School, we have been working hard to make "The Strauss" a welcome venue for talented artists from near and far.

The Performing Arts Committee would like to invite you to join us as we celebrate this milestone with a FREE CONCERT on Valentines Day, February 14. The event will feature the region's top John Mellencamp Tribute Act: Seymour - The Music of John Mellencamp. Expect an evening of singing along to all of his hits!

There will be a variety of food trucks as well as beer, wine and soft drinks available for purchase. We'll have plenty of room for inside dining - so don't worry about the weather!

While we hope to have room for everyone, seating may become limited. Please follow this link to register for your free ticket and guarantee your seat: http://bit.ly/4pEOA3H

01/16/2026

Join us as we celebrate our 1 Year Anniversary!

Exactly 1 year ago, the theatre within the Community Learning Center in Kendallville was given a new name: The A.M. Strauss Theatre for the Performing Arts. Designed by Kendallville native Alvin M. Strauss in 1938 for what was then the Kendallville High School, we have been working hard to make "The Strauss" a welcome venue for talented artists from near and far.

The Performing Arts Committee would like to invite you to join us as we celebrate this milestone with a FREE CONCERT on Valentines Day, February 14. The event will feature the region's top John Mellencamp Tribute Act: Seymour - The Music of John Mellencamp. Expect an evening of singing along to all of his hits!

There will be a variety of food trucks as well as beer, wine and soft drinks available for purchase. We'll have plenty of room for inside dining - so don't worry about the weather!

While we hope to have room for everyone, seating may become limited. Please follow this link to register for your free ticket and guarantee your seat:

http://bit.ly/4pEOA3H

01/14/2026

We have some exciting announcements coming. Join our mailing list to be the first to hear of all the shows and artists we're bringing to Kendallville! Scan the QR code with your phone - or follow this link ---->

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12/22/2025

Don't miss this incredible show! May Erlewine with P***y Lundholm in just a few weeks! January 10, 2025 - 7 PM!

Tickets here ---> https://performingarts.eventcalendarapp.com/may-erlewine-ft-packy-lundholm-1

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12/17/2025

We are bringing some fantastic artists to Kendallville. Check out May Erlewine who will be sharing her incredible songwriting with us January 10, 2026. You'll be a fan for life!

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12/07/2025

What's next at The Strauss Theatre in Kendallville?💃🍭
Watch the Nutcracker Prince come to life and guide Clara to the Land of Sweets. Fort Wayne Ballet captures the beloved story into a 1-hour family-friendly performance you won't want to miss!
📆Thursday, December 18th
⏰Doors open at 6:30, Show at 7:00 PM
🎟$20 for Adults, $10 for students under 18
🔗https://performingarts.eventcalendarapp.com/the-nutcracker-land-of-sweets