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Morris Performing Arts Center The Morris Performing Arts Center, originally the Palace Theatre until the late 1950s, was built in 1922 as part of the Orpheum Theatre chain.
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The Morris Performing Arts Center is South Bend’s historic home for concerts, Broadway, South Bend Symphony, comedy, dance, community events, and world-class live entertainment. The theater cost $1 million to build and was constructed on a $100,000 piece of property. It was the most modern theater in the country at that time. In 2000, the Morris completed a renovation and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Morris has a seating capacity of 2,564 and is ranked by Pollstar magazine among the top 100 theaters worldwide. The League of Historic American Theatres (LHAT) awarded the Morris the prestigious national "Outstanding Historic Theatre Award" in 2015.

If you love sports, movies, or both, you should check out Dynasty Sports Film Festival this week! 🏀🏈🥊🎾Screenings Include...
10/20/2026

If you love sports, movies, or both, you should check out Dynasty Sports Film Festival this week! 🏀🏈🥊🎾

Screenings Include:
Lou Holtz: 60 Minutes to Play and a Lifetime to Remember

Hoosiers: 40th Anniversary Director's Cut with David Anspaugh and Angelo Pizzo

First Five: Bob Knight Documentary

More Details: https://www.dynastysportsfilmfestival.com/

10/19/2026

It’s National Grouch Day, and we can’t think of a better grouch to celebrate than the Grinch! 💚

This holiday season, see the iconic story come to life when Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical comes to South Bend!

Want to see it LIVE? We’re giving away TWO tickets!

To enter:
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🎟️ Comment who you’d bring to see the Grinch!

Winner will be contacted directly Thursday, October 22nd

This or that, Broadway in South Bend edition. 🎭Orchestra or mezzanine?Matinee or evening?Cast recording on repeat, or wa...
10/19/2026

This or that, Broadway in South Bend edition. 🎭

Orchestra or mezzanine?
Matinee or evening?
Cast recording on repeat, or wait to hear it live?

Tell us your answers below.

10/18/2026

Calling all Outlander fans! ✨ It’s happening THIS WEEK!

Outlander in Concert comes to South Bend on October 21! Relive Claire and Jamie’s journey as a live orchestra performs Bear McCreary’s acclaimed score alongside highlights from eight seasons on the big screen.

Experience the romance, adventure, and sounds of the Highlands in one unforgettable evening. 💙

🎟️ On Sale Now! 🎟️Don't miss the return of Umphrey's McGee in South Bend on January 21!
10/16/2026

🎟️ On Sale Now! 🎟️

Don't miss the return of Umphrey's McGee in South Bend on January 21!

🎸JUST ANNOUNCED! 🎸Umphrey's McGee returns to South Bend on January 21 to celebrate 29 years! From their beginnings at No...
10/13/2026

🎸JUST ANNOUNCED! 🎸

Umphrey's McGee returns to South Bend on January 21 to celebrate 29 years! From their beginnings at Notre Dame to stages around the world, they’re coming home for a night of genre-bending rock and fearless improvisation.

🎟️ Tickets go on sale Friday, October 16 at 10am EST!

🔔 JUST ANNOUNCED 🔔Celebrate the season with a special screening of It’s a Wonderful Life in South Bend on November 27, f...
10/12/2026

🔔 JUST ANNOUNCED 🔔

Celebrate the season with a special screening of It’s a Wonderful Life in South Bend on November 27, featuring an appearance by the original Zuzu, Karolyn Grimes!

Hear her behind-the-scenes stories during a Q&A before the film. Tickets will also be available for an exclusive meet-and-greet.

🎟️ Tickets go on sale Wednesday, October 14 at 10am EST!

Bring your family and friends for a night of holiday movie magic.

10/09/2026

ND alum Tess Shannon is back, a neuroscience grad turned Nashville songwriter, with Ava Dallas for On the Road: Nashville to Notre Dame. Tonight · 8:30pm · Raclin Murphy Encore Center. Free. Intimate. Bring someone who likes a quiet room that still hits.

🎤 JUST ANNOUNCED 🎤Mike Epps is bringing his stand-up to South Bend on November 25!You know him from Netflix’s The Upshaw...
10/09/2026

🎤 JUST ANNOUNCED 🎤

Mike Epps is bringing his stand-up to South Bend on November 25!

You know him from Netflix’s The Upshaws, Next Friday, and his stand-up specials. Now catch him live for a night of big laughs.

🎟️ Tickets go on sale Monday, October 12 at 10am EST!

Equity in the Arts has plenty of cool events and art for you to check out this month. Stop by the Raclin Murphy Encore g...
10/05/2026

Equity in the Arts has plenty of cool events and art for you to check out this month.

Stop by the Raclin Murphy Encore gallery center on Tuesdays to see Signs, Symbols, and Signals - a collection of quilts representing African American Culture by master quilter Jenifer Morris. On Saturday the 10th we'll be hosting a book fair featuring authors local to South Bend. Lastly, on Thursday the 22nd we'll ne hosting another Open Mic (21+) presented by the South Bend Young Professionals Network.

We're excited to see you soon.

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211 N Michigan Street
South Bend, IN
46601

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+15742359190

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