Tickets for this event will be available beginning Friday, November 24 at 7am ET.
Billy Elton features pianist and vocalist Reid Spears leading an 8-piece band, performing all of the legendary songs of Billy Joel and Elton John. The band is dedicated to top-notch musicianship, and performs a completely live show with no backing tracks. With timeless music that appeals to all generations, every Billy Elton show is engaging, exciting, and entertaining to all!
RESERVED SEATING DONATION option includes a $25 tax-deductible donation to The Acorn and guarantees you a seat with optimal sightlines. $25 Donation per ticket holder in your group.
Turn your show experience into a memorable stay! The Loft at The Acorn offers a spacious, industrial-chic apartment above The Acorn theater. Click here for photos and rental information.
The Acorn is hosting a Community Book Drive in celebration of the life and legacy of Dolly Parton! Bring a book to The Acorn throughout the month of April and receive a Dolly Parton themed gift. Bring a book to The Acorn the night of The Music of Dolly Parton on April 27 for $3 off our specialty drink for the night - the Wine to 5! Books should be new and chosen for children of any age - infants through teens! Books will be distributed to River Valley Schools.
Box Office opens at 4:00pm ET Starts 8:00pm, doors open 7:00pm
Artistry, Up Close
The intimate, acoustically-rich Acorn environment encourages interaction between the artists and audience.
About The Acorn Center for the Performing Arts
The Acorn brings great known performers and amazing new ones to southwest Michigan. Located in the historic featherbone factory, The Acorn’s friendly staff and volunteers, and an acoustically rich sound system combine for memorable experiences. We’re located in Three Oaks, Michigan … just over an hour from downtown Chicago and 30 minutes from South Bend, IN.
The Acorn, a nonprofit organization, annually hosts a singer songwriter competition and a Spectacular Tournament of Playwrights. Our Open Mic nights showcase a variety of strong talent and our educational workshops include songwriting and master classes in performance.
The Acorn’s Mission
To offer a broad range of high-quality arts and education programming that nurtures cultural experience, participation and community engagement among residents and visitors of all ages and enhances the economic vitality of the region.
Tickets for this event will be available beginning Friday, November 24 at 7am ET.
Johnny Cash’s unforgettable voice, characterized by its booming timbre and raw power, remains an enduring presence in the collective consciousness. Jay Ernest, the talented vocalist behind Church of Cash, a tribute show band dedicated to Johnny Cash, is instrumental in preserving that legacy. With his resonant and commanding vocals, Ernest ensures that the revered Man in Black’s spirit lives on.
About the Artist
Church of Cash has released their fourth album, titled “Flowers for June,” on October 22, 2022. While the record explores familiar elements of Cash’s discography, it delves into lesser-known gems. Ernest and his band members cover a range of songs, including “(Ghost) Riders in the Sky,” “One Piece at a Time,” “One on the Right Is on the Left,” “Ballad of a Teenage Queen,” and “Thing Called Love,” among others.
“Flowers for June” was recorded at Square Studio in Minnetrista, Minnesota, and produced by BB Productions (Jay Ernest, Jonathon TeBeest) with mixing and engineering by TeBeest. The album’s sound is crafted by a talented lineup, including Jay Ernest (lead vocals, acoustic guitar), Jonathon TeBeest (drums, percussion, background vocals), “Jumpin’” Jack Mansk (electric, baritone and acoustic guitars, background vocals), Tony Wirth (bass, upright bass, background vocals), Alexandra Green (vocals), Kale Olson Reed (violin), and sisters Kendra and Kansas Jenson (vocals).
Music has been a constant presence throughout Ernest’s life. “I have been singing since I was very young,” he shares. “I hit puberty about a year ahead of my classmates, and when we would sing in the choir, the choir director immediately knew it was me. As a farm boy in rural Minnesota, I baled hay and did farm chores to save money for my first guitar at the age of 13. I loved the sounds of a choir and the deep bass voice of Johnny Cash. I also had a fondness for Van Halen and played the guitar as much as possible. It didn’t take long for me to realize that music was what I wanted to do for the rest of my life.”
Cash, choirs, and rock ‘n’ roll – Ernest embodies the true artistic spirit of the man he admires every time he takes the stage. This is why Church of Cash goes beyond being a mere cover band; it represents a career driven by passion rather than the pursuit of easy money.
Originally formed in Honolulu, Hawaii in 2009, the band later relocated to Minneapolis. In 2015, Church of Cash released their self-titled debut album. Since then, touring has become an integral part of their journey, with thousands of shows performed across the United States, Belgium, the Netherlands, and more.
Where excellence resides, accolades follow. In 2019, Church of Cash received the “Best Tribute Act 2019” award from the Midwest Country Music Organization. In 2021, Jay Ernest and Church of Cash were honored with induction into the Minnesota Music Hall of Fame. Never one to rest on his laurels, Ernest, with the assistance of his friend Tom Pickard, wrote a Cash-focused musical titled “Folsom Prison Experience.” The project is touring nationally.
With the release of Flowers for June and the national tours of Folsom Prison Experience, Ernest and Church of Cash are poised to cement their growing reputation as the gold standard Cash tribute show band. Ernest and his band members are living, breathing embodiments of the enduring force that is Johnny Cash’s artistry.
“I want to be known as the best Johnny Cash tribute show in the world,” says Ernest. “We have credibility, and we have four studio albums as Church of Cash. I also want to have a concert in Nashville honoring the Cash family by playing his music for them and their friends. It is my wish to take Folsom Prison Experience to stages everywhere and prove that I can tour and make records, but also conceive a story and bring that story to life in musical theatre.”
RESERVED SEATING DONATION option includes a $25 tax-deductible donation to The Acorn and guarantees you a seat with optimal sightlines. $25 Donation per ticket holder in your group.
Turn your show experience into a memorable stay! The Loft at The Acorn offers a spacious, industrial-chic apartment above The Acorn theater. Click here for photos and rental information.
Box Office opens at 4:00pm ET Starts 8:00pm, doors open 7:00pm
Artistry, Up Close
The intimate, acoustically-rich Acorn environment encourages interaction between the artists and audience.
About The Acorn Center for the Performing Arts
The Acorn brings great known performers and amazing new ones to southwest Michigan. Located in the historic featherbone factory, The Acorn’s friendly staff and volunteers, and an acoustically rich sound system combine for memorable experiences. We’re located in Three Oaks, Michigan … just over an hour from downtown Chicago and 30 minutes from South Bend, IN.
The Acorn, a nonprofit organization, annually hosts a singer songwriter competition and a Spectacular Tournament of Playwrights. Our Open Mic nights showcase a variety of strong talent and our educational workshops include songwriting and master classes in performance.
The Acorn’s Mission
To offer a broad range of high-quality arts and education programming that nurtures cultural experience, participation and community engagement among residents and visitors of all ages and enhances the economic vitality of the region.
Second Hand News recreates the experience of seeing Fleetwood Mac in their heyday. Made up of veteran Chicago musicians, the band features spot-on vocal harmonies, careful attention to detail, and electric live shows. Through the talents of these seasoned performers, the spirit and musicianship of Mick Fleetwood, John and Christine McVie, Stevie Nicks, and Lindsey Buckingham come to life on stage. Audiences are energized by dynamic deliveries of favorites from the band’s extensive catalog of hits as well as deep cuts beloved by superfans. The fun these musicians have recreating these classic songs together is infectious, and will bring you to your feet in shared appreciation for one of the greatest bands of all time.
RESERVED SEATING DONATION option includes a $25 tax-deductible donation to The Acorn and guarantees you a seat with optimal sightlines. $25 Donation per ticket holder in your group.
Turn your show experience into a memorable stay! The Loft at The Acorn offers a spacious, industrial-chic apartment above The Acorn theater. Click here for photos and rental information.
Box office opens at 4 PM ET Starts 8:00pm, doors open 7:00pm
An Experience to Outlast Any Performance
No two Acorn performances are exactly the same. Thoughtful curation brings a diverse mix of top talent to The Acorn, exposing audiences to both renowned and soon-to-be-discovered stars.
About The Acorn Center for the Performing Arts
The Acorn brings great known performers and amazing new ones to southwest Michigan. Located in the historic featherbone factory, The Acorn’s friendly staff and volunteers, and an acoustically rich sound system combine for memorable experiences. We’re located in Three Oaks, Michigan … just over an hour from downtown Chicago and 30 minutes from South Bend, IN.
The Acorn, a nonprofit organization, annually hosts a singer songwriter competition and a Spectacular Tournament of Playwrights. Our Open Mic nights showcase a variety of strong talent and our educational workshops include songwriting and master classes in performance.
The Acorn’s Mission
To offer a broad range of high-quality arts and education programming that nurtures cultural experience, participation and community engagement among residents and visitors of all ages and enhances the economic vitality of the region.
Tickets for this event will be available beginning Friday, November 24 at 7am ET.
The Chicago Experience is just as it sounds – a group of musicians who call Chicago home, and who share a love for the music of one of the greatest rock n’ roll bands of all time... Chicago. Together, the band recreates the sound and feel of Chicago’s music, whose hit songs have touched generations of fans spanning several decades.
The Chicago Experience invites you to relive memories of the music that captured everyone’s hearts – from the early hits off Chicago Transit Authority’s 1968 self-titled album, such as “Beginnings” and “Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?” through the 1980s, with Chicago’s hits “Hard To Say I’m Sorry” and “You’re The Inspiration,” you will share in the joy these songs bring.
RESERVED SEATING DONATION option includes a $25 tax-deductible donation to The Acorn and guarantees you a seat with optimal sightlines. $25 Donation per ticket holder in your group.
Turn your show experience into a memorable stay! The Loft at The Acorn offers a spacious, industrial-chic apartment above The Acorn theater. Click here for photos and rental information.
Box Office opens at 4pm ET Starts 8:00pm, doors open 7:00pm
Artistry, Up Close
The intimate, acoustically-rich Acorn environment encourages interaction between the artists and audience.
About The Acorn Center for the Performing Arts
The Acorn brings great known performers and amazing new ones to southwest Michigan. Located in the historic featherbone factory, The Acorn’s friendly staff and volunteers, and an acoustically rich sound system combine for memorable experiences. We’re located in Three Oaks, Michigan … just over an hour from downtown Chicago and 30 minutes from South Bend, IN.
The Acorn, a nonprofit organization, annually hosts a singer songwriter competition and a Spectacular Tournament of Playwrights. Our Open Mic nights showcase a variety of strong talent and our educational workshops include songwriting and master classes in performance.
The Acorn’s Mission
To offer a broad range of high-quality arts and education programming that nurtures cultural experience, participation and community engagement among residents and visitors of all ages and enhances the economic vitality of the region.
Tickets for this event will be available beginning Friday, November 24 at 7am ET.
Terrapin Flyer comes to The Acorn! For the past 25 years Terrapin Flyer has been touring with the finest in the Grateful Dead community of musicians and has become a fixture of the national music scene.
About the Artist
For the past 25 years Terrapin Flyer has been touring with the finest in the Grateful Dead community of musicians and has become a fixture of the national music scene, playing regularly at venues around the country and appearing at music festivals. The band has a dedicated following among fans of the Grateful Dead and other jam bands, and is known for their authentic interpretations of rare and classic Dead songs. Over the years, Terrapin Flyer has toured with many notable musicians, including Melvin Seals from the Jerry Garcia Band, Vince Welnick, Tom Constanten from the Grateful Dead and many other Dead-related musicians. Overall, Terrapin Flyer is a talented and highly regarded band that has made a significant impact on the national music scene.
It started in 1999 at the Boulevard Cafe in Chicago as a Grateful Dead jam night and soon became a touring Grateful Dead band featuring legends in the Grateful Dead. In 2001 TF began touring with final keyboardist of the Grateful Dead Vince Welnick. In 2004 touring with Melvin Seals who played Hammond organ in the Jerry Garcia Band. And then in 2006 with another of the Grateful Dead keyboardists Tom Constanten. Some of these tours included several first ever lineups with the combination of Melvin Seals, Tom Constanten and Mark Karan from Ratdog. These were not passing associations but long term bonds with these legends. For 15 years TF toured with Melvin Seals and kept a busy schedule with him as a side gig to his band Melvin Seals & the JGB. With Constanten they were mentioned in the Rolling Stone's "Guide to the Grateful Dead" for the many years of touring with him. Search through this website for many fan recorded shows of the many interesting lineups from the band's history https://archive.org/details/TerrapinFlyer
Terrapin Flyer has been an evolution of band members over the past quarter of a century and currently features musicians that share the gravitas of having toured many years with members of the Grateful Dead and Jerry Garcia Band. At it's core Terrapin Flyer is a band of deadheads who are committed to attempting to recapture the spirit and essence of the Grateful Dead by incorporating the roots music of jazz, blues and bluegrass into jams and bringing the music to new and similar places. Josh Olken is the lead guitarist, Wavy Dave on the bass, Jon Reed is the drummer, keyboardist is Michael Cole and rhythm guitarist Doug Hagman.
RESERVED SEATING DONATION option includes a $25 tax-deductible donation to The Acorn and guarantees you a seat with optimal sightlines. $25 Donation per ticket holder in your group.
Turn your show experience into a memorable stay! The Loft at The Acorn offers a spacious, industrial-chic apartment above The Acorn theater. Click here for photos and rental information.
Box Office opens at 4:00pm ET Starts 8:00pm, doors open 7:00pm
Artistry, Up Close
The intimate, acoustically-rich Acorn environment encourages interaction between the artists and audience.
About The Acorn Center for the Performing Arts
The Acorn brings great known performers and amazing new ones to southwest Michigan. Located in the historic featherbone factory, The Acorn’s friendly staff and volunteers, and an acoustically rich sound system combine for memorable experiences. We’re located in Three Oaks, Michigan … just over an hour from downtown Chicago and 30 minutes from South Bend, IN.
The Acorn, a nonprofit organization, annually hosts a singer songwriter competition and a Spectacular Tournament of Playwrights. Our Open Mic nights showcase a variety of strong talent and our educational workshops include songwriting and master classes in performance.
The Acorn’s Mission
To offer a broad range of high-quality arts and education programming that nurtures cultural experience, participation and community engagement among residents and visitors of all ages and enhances the economic vitality of the region.
The Citadel Dance Center was founded by Eileen Cropley in 1998. The old Salvation Army building at 91 Hinkley Street in Benton Harbor was renovated to become the Citadel Dance Center. The Center was dedicated to providing excellent dance training for the residents of Benton Harbor. The vision was to provide a Center which would draw students and teachers from all over and would instill a sense of excitement, curiosity, and the discipline of dance as an art form and a way of life.
It is the goal of The Citadel to provide the opportunity for its intensive dancers to further their training toward a life in dance in a supportive, professional, and challenging environment. Dancers in The Citadel Dance Companies are passionate, dedicated , and committed to dance. Some may be moving toward an undergrad program in dance with dreams of a professional career, while others are purely driven by their passion for dance and strive to graduate from our program.
RESERVED SEATING DONATION option includes a $25 tax-deductible donation to The Acorn and guarantees you a seat with optimal sightlines. $25 Donation per ticket holder in your group.
Turn your show experience into a memorable stay! The Loft at The Acorn offers a spacious, industrial-chic apartment above The Acorn theater. Click here for photos and rental information.
Box Office opens at 1pm ET Starts 3:00pm, doors open 2:00pm
Artistry, Up Close
The intimate, acoustically-rich Acorn environment encourages interaction between the artists and audience.
About The Acorn Center for the Performing Arts
The Acorn brings great known performers and amazing new ones to southwest Michigan. Located in the historic featherbone factory, The Acorn’s friendly staff and volunteers, and an acoustically rich sound system combine for memorable experiences. We’re located in Three Oaks, Michigan … just over an hour from downtown Chicago and 30 minutes from South Bend, IN.
The Acorn, a nonprofit organization, annually hosts a singer songwriter competition and a Spectacular Tournament of Playwrights. Our Open Mic nights showcase a variety of strong talent and our educational workshops include songwriting and master classes in performance.
The Acorn’s Mission
To offer a broad range of high-quality arts and education programming that nurtures cultural experience, participation and community engagement among residents and visitors of all ages and enhances the economic vitality of the region.
Dance Arts is a family-friendly studio devoted to teaching dance as an art form. From children to adults, our faculty provides each student with instruction, encouragement, and personal interest to succeed. We are a More Than Just Great Dancing Affiliated Dance Studio. MTJGD™ is committed to best practices in safety and wellness, communication, teacher training, studio management, and community involvement. Our staff are all highly qualified and continue to train and acquire certifications in everything from Progressing Ballet Technique to Giordano Technique.
Dance Arts was established in 1958 & we are proudly celebrating our 65th year as a dance studio this year! Dance Arts provides a solid foundation of training. Our dancers have more than trophies, they have careers. As a result of personal interest & instruction, many of our former students are dancing & teaching with professional companies, colleges, and theaters across the US from Los Angeles to New York City. We teach INTEGRITY, RESPECT, & CREATIVITY.
At Dance Arts, students are carefully evaluated and guided to a schedule best suited to their needs, be it a career, or the simplicity of enjoying movement and music!
Dance is the finest exercise known, producing a graceful, strong, and healthy body. We welcome you to join us as we have classes in all styles from age 0 through adult. For more information, visit www.dancearts-sdt.com.
Diamond Dance Academy
New to the area and located in Cassopolis Michigan, Diamond Dance Academy is committed to giving its community and surrounding areas a high-quality studio where all can express themselves. Creating a safe, professional and educational environment that instills confidence, discipline, respect, and a great love for the art of movement. “Diamonds are formed under pressure, but never forget, they are not formed overnight.”
RESERVED SEATING DONATION option includes a $25 tax-deductible donation to The Acorn and guarantees you a seat with optimal sightlines. $25 Donation per ticket holder in your group.
Turn your show experience into a memorable stay! The Loft at The Acorn offers a spacious, industrial-chic apartment above The Acorn theater. Click here for photos and rental information.
Box Office opens at 1pm ET Starts 3:00pm, doors open 2:00pm
Artistry, Up Close
The intimate, acoustically-rich Acorn environment encourages interaction between the artists and audience.
About The Acorn Center for the Performing Arts
The Acorn brings great known performers and amazing new ones to southwest Michigan. Located in the historic featherbone factory, The Acorn’s friendly staff and volunteers, and an acoustically rich sound system combine for memorable experiences. We’re located in Three Oaks, Michigan … just over an hour from downtown Chicago and 30 minutes from South Bend, IN.
The Acorn, a nonprofit organization, annually hosts a singer songwriter competition and a Spectacular Tournament of Playwrights. Our Open Mic nights showcase a variety of strong talent and our educational workshops include songwriting and master classes in performance.
The Acorn’s Mission
To offer a broad range of high-quality arts and education programming that nurtures cultural experience, participation and community engagement among residents and visitors of all ages and enhances the economic vitality of the region.
Fusion Center for Dance provides quality instruction to dancers of all ages and abilities. They also offer a competitive experience for those dancers looking to take their skills to the next level.
The certified Fusion Center for Dance staff is excited to be able to offer classes in ballet, tap, jazz, pointe, acro and contemporary, from beginning to advanced levels for dancers just starting out (at 18 months) or for those who have always loved the art of dance.
RESERVED SEATING DONATION option includes a $25 tax-deductible donation to The Acorn and guarantees you a seat with optimal sightlines. $25 Donation per ticket holder in your group.
Turn your show experience into a memorable stay! The Loft at The Acorn offers a spacious, industrial-chic apartment above The Acorn theater. Click here for photos and rental information.
Box Office opens at 1pm ET Starts 3:00pm, doors open 2:00pm
Artistry, Up Close
The intimate, acoustically-rich Acorn environment encourages interaction between the artists and audience.
About The Acorn Center for the Performing Arts
The Acorn brings great known performers and amazing new ones to southwest Michigan. Located in the historic featherbone factory, The Acorn’s friendly staff and volunteers, and an acoustically rich sound system combine for memorable experiences. We’re located in Three Oaks, Michigan … just over an hour from downtown Chicago and 30 minutes from South Bend, IN.
The Acorn, a nonprofit organization, annually hosts a singer songwriter competition and a Spectacular Tournament of Playwrights. Our Open Mic nights showcase a variety of strong talent and our educational workshops include songwriting and master classes in performance.
The Acorn’s Mission
To offer a broad range of high-quality arts and education programming that nurtures cultural experience, participation and community engagement among residents and visitors of all ages and enhances the economic vitality of the region.
The Sawyer Dance Academy has been in existence for 40 years, first opening its doors in 1982 as the Pat Bryant School of Dance in Harbert, MI. With the Academy's clientele growing from 50 students to 100 in its first year, Pat Bryant hired Deb Knuth, a recent graduate of Western Michigan University with a BFA in dance. In 1988 Pat Bryant moved with her husband to Florida and Deb Knuth continued teaching at the studio, taking over as director. In 1991 the studio relocated to Sawyer, MI and the name changed to the Sawyer Dance Academy.
The Academy continues to thrive offering classes in ballet, tap, jazz, and lyrical to ages 3 years through adult. There are various levels of technique offered from beginner to advanced. The Academy is home to the competition dance team the "Sawyer Dance Troupe" which boasts multiple high awards from various competitions across the nation.
The Sawyer Dance Academy is directed by Deb Knuth, who also is director of the Sawyer Dance Troupe, along with assistant Brittany Knuth and Isabella Schmidt.
For more information, please visit http://www.sawyerdanceacademy.com/.
RESERVED SEATING DONATION option includes a $25 tax-deductible donation to The Acorn and guarantees you a seat with optimal sightlines. $25 Donation per ticket holder in your group.
Turn your show experience into a memorable stay! The Loft at The Acorn offers a spacious, industrial-chic apartment above The Acorn theater. Click here for photos and rental information.
Box Office opens at 1pm ET Starts 3:00pm, doors open 2:00pm
Artistry, Up Close
The intimate, acoustically-rich Acorn environment encourages interaction between the artists and audience.
About The Acorn Center for the Performing Arts
The Acorn brings great known performers and amazing new ones to southwest Michigan. Located in the historic featherbone factory, The Acorn’s friendly staff and volunteers, and an acoustically rich sound system combine for memorable experiences. We’re located in Three Oaks, Michigan … just over an hour from downtown Chicago and 30 minutes from South Bend, IN.
The Acorn, a nonprofit organization, annually hosts a singer songwriter competition and a Spectacular Tournament of Playwrights. Our Open Mic nights showcase a variety of strong talent and our educational workshops include songwriting and master classes in performance.
The Acorn’s Mission
To offer a broad range of high-quality arts and education programming that nurtures cultural experience, participation and community engagement among residents and visitors of all ages and enhances the economic vitality of the region.
Berrien County Dancers is a county-wide program sponsored by Lakeshore Public Schools and the Lakeshore Excellence Foundation, which allows students to receive high school credit for dance classes. In 2000, Theresa Graziano, teacher and director of BCD, was hired to build the foundation of this countywide program that strives to train dancers in skill, performance, and choreography. Theresa has her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Performance and Masters of Science in Curriculum & Instruction.
RESERVED SEATING DONATION option includes a $25 tax-deductible donation to The Acorn and guarantees you a seat with optimal sightlines. $25 Donation per ticket holder in your group.
Turn your show experience into a memorable stay! The Loft at The Acorn offers a spacious, industrial-chic apartment above The Acorn theater. Click here for photos and rental information.
Box Office opens at 2pm ET Starts 3:00pm, doors open 2:00pm
Artistry, Up Close
The intimate, acoustically-rich Acorn environment encourages interaction between the artists and audience.
About The Acorn Center for the Performing Arts
The Acorn brings great known performers and amazing new ones to southwest Michigan. Located in the historic featherbone factory, The Acorn’s friendly staff and volunteers, and an acoustically rich sound system combine for memorable experiences. We’re located in Three Oaks, Michigan … just over an hour from downtown Chicago and 30 minutes from South Bend, IN.
The Acorn, a nonprofit organization, annually hosts a singer songwriter competition and a Spectacular Tournament of Playwrights. Our Open Mic nights showcase a variety of strong talent and our educational workshops include songwriting and master classes in performance.
The Acorn’s Mission
To offer a broad range of high-quality arts and education programming that nurtures cultural experience, participation and community engagement among residents and visitors of all ages and enhances the economic vitality of the region.
