Two local favorites come together for one night of fantastic music – Mike Struwin and Mark Ficks!
About the Artists:
Mike Struwin
Grooving in and out of reggae rhythms and jams, intertwined with funky swamp rock and folky alt-country, Mike Struwin has an authentic singer-songwriter approach. To sum it up, Mike Struwin is Pure Michigan music.
Mark Ficks
Mark Ficks brings rock, blues, pop, and country influences to the stage with him each time he performs, as well as an energy and lyrical style that engages his audience. Mark's music comes from the heart and is rooted in his Southern Indiana and Kentucky upbringing.
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 proud to partner with Neighbor by Neighbor in hosting a food and hygiene drive at the theater. Throughout November and December, whenever you come out to The Acorn to attend an event, please consider contributing! Please find more information here.
Box Office opens at 4:00pm ET Starts 8:00pm, doors open 7:00am
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 Erly returns to The Acorn to celebrate their new album. 2023 Acorn Singer-Songwriter Finalist Kelly Hoppenjans will open.
This album release concert serves as our first-ever recording partnership activity with 88.1 WVPE Public Radio! We're testing out a pretty amazing idea with WVPE the night of this show and we'll be capturing LIVE footage - come get in on the action!
About the Artists:
The Elry
Michigan-based Indie-Soul group The Erly combine sonic elements from '60s and '70s Rock, Pop, and Funk, creating a fresh "Modern Disco" sound and vibe of their own. Fueled by collaboration, friendship and timeless good vibes, the quartet would fit right in at Woodstock ‘69 or at the indie nerve-center that is SXSW. Most of The Erly's music features clean guitar work, layered vocals, and groovy undertones that energize even their most solemn-sounding tracks. The band is composed of Drummer Fran Gleason, Bassist Collin Mattiford, Guitarist Trevor McDonald and Keyboardist Alyssa Serviss, with all 4 members featured on vocals. The Erly was created in 2018 when Mattiford and Gleason decided to expand upon their pre-established musical duo. Since their formation in 2018, The Erly have released two full albums and four singles with more music on the way. Their new single "Paralyzed" drops on August 16th alongside an official music video. "Paralyzed" will be featured on The Erly's upcoming record, Culture Fever, available November 3rd, 2023. For all announcements and updates, stay connected with The Erly on social media!
Kelly Hoppenjans
Kelly Hoppenjans is an indie-rock singer-songwriter from Nashville, now based in Ann Arbor. She creates empowering, feminist, grungy rock with catchy pop melodies and introspective folksy lyrics. She has released three EPs and one full-length album. Kelly has had her music featured on NPR, American Songwriter, The Alternative, Lightning 100, KUTX, and many other press outlets and radio stations. She has also been a finalist in numerous songwriting competitions, including The Acorn’s 2023 Singer-Songwriter Competition, NewSong, Kerrville New Folk, and John Lennon Songwriting Competition, and she was a winner of the Eddie's Attic songwriting competition.
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 proud to partner with Neighbor by Neighbor in hosting a food and hygiene drive at the theater. Throughout November and December, whenever you come out to The Acorn to attend an event, please consider contributing! Please find more information here.
Box Office opens at 4:00pm ET Starts 8:00pm, doors open 7:00am
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.
The Claudettes bring their one-of-a-kind, piano-powered roots-pop sound to the Acorn. 2023 Acorn Singer-Songwriter Finalist Maggie Kubley will open!
Donations of laundry detergent, pop-top soups, hygiene products like body wash and hand soap, and more are needed for our food and hygiene product drive in partnership with Neighbor by Neighbor. DONATE any item(s) from the list of needed items for FREE admission to Friday night's show with The Claudettes and Maggie Kubley!
“Chicago's original recipe band…The Claudettes' sonic playing field is the blues and everything after, all tastefully and artfully blended together….Perhaps the band’s greatest super power: songwriting.” —NPR Music
About the Artists:
The Claudettes
Wielding a one-of-a-kind, piano-powered roots-pop sound, the Claudettes merge earthy blues and soul with pop hooks and punk spirit, writing an intriguing new chapter in American roots music. Pianist/songwriter Johnny Iguana formed the Claudettes with drummer Michael Caskey, exciting listeners with the barrelhouse bravura of their 2013 debut "Infernal Piano Plot…HATCHED!" Another Yellow Dog Records release followed in 2015 featuring Nigerian-American singer Yana: "No Hotel." Vocalist Berit Ulseth joined the band for two more releases on Yellow Dog Records: "Pull Closer to Me: Live in the Piano Room" (2017) and "Dance Scandal at the Gymansium" (2018, helmed by Grammy-winning Black Keys producer Mark Neill).
A new Claudettes era began when the band moved to Forty Below Records and released the acclaimed 2020 album "High Times in the Dark" (produced Grammy winner Ted Hutt) and 2022's "The Claudettes Go Out!," another collaboration with Hutt, with mixing by renowned producer Kevin Killen (U2, Elvis Costello, David Bowie). Now, the Claudettes continue to evolve as they introduce a breathtaking new vocalist from Texas, Rachel Williams. Expect new music, videos and lots of tour dates in 2023!
In addition to the Claudettes, Johnny Iguana has earned a Blues Music Award nomination and a Living Blues Award nomination for piano player of the year. Johnny co-founded indie-rock cult favorites Oh My God, toured as pianist for blues legends Junior Wells and Otis Rush, has played piano on three Grammy-nominated albums and has played on recordings featuring Buddy Guy, Junior Wells, James Cotton, Derek Trucks, Gary Clark Jr., Shemekia Copeland, Keb' Mo', Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and more. He is also co-composer of the score for the hit FX/Hulu series "The Bear."
Maggie Kubley
Maggie Kubley is a solo performer, songwriter, comedian, writer, storyteller, and video artist. She has been making her uniquely midwestern multimedia performance works for the better part of the last two decades. Kubley graduated from Ball State University in Muncie, IN with her BA in Theatrical Studies. She lived and worked in Chicago, IL for over 15 years before moving back to her hometown of Plymouth, IN to take over as executive director of Wild Rose Moon, an intimate listening room dedicated to providing meaningful musical experiences for the surrounding region.
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 proud to partner with Neighbor by Neighbor in hosting a food and hygiene drive at the theater. Throughout November and December, whenever you come out to The Acorn to attend an event, please consider contributing! Please find more information here.
Box Office opens at 4:00pm 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.
We are thrilled to announce the return of the Spectacular Tournament of Playwrights to The Acorn! Welcome our finalists to our 2023 10-minute playwright competition! Our reading committee has spoken, and the works of these 6 finalists will be brought to The Acorn’s stage on Saturday, November 4th, 2023.
With the help of Twin City Players in St. Joseph and the Beckwith Theatre in Dowagiac, we will be bringing the finalist’s work to life on The Acorn stage, bringing in stage talent from our corner of Southwest Michigan. The audience will vote to determine which one of our writers will win our 2023 competition!
2023 FINALISTS!
Softball Bros. Kyle P. Berry Kyle P. Berry has been writing as long as he can remember (but his memory is awful). He's a writer of plays, short stories, sitcoms, and marketing copy. Based in the Chicago area, Kyle is also a dad, actor, tennis player, podcast co-host, and coffee addict.
Hounded Susan Meadows Susan Meadows is an actor, potter and voice over talent, trying her hand at playwriting for the first time. She and her husband moved to the area recently from North Carolina, where (long ago) she performed as an actress professionally. Currently, Meadows serves on the Twin City Player’s Board of Directors in Saint Joseph. She also loves to create ceramic sculptures and pottery. For over 23 years, she was lucky to learn from and work beside some of the finest potters in North Carolina – each of Meadow's pieces is unique, created for her own enjoyment.
Quiet Larry Nielsen Larry Nielsen has been involved with community theatre since 1980. He has been a board member, director, actor and crew member. Nielsen has acted in numerous and directed productions throughout SW Michigan. He currently has two full-length plays that have received some recognition. Nielsen has been writing plays since 1986 – he began writing 10-minute plays in 2012.
Wine Tasting George Platz George Platz has been interested in theater since acting in high school plays in Waukegan, Illinois, but did not become active in the field thereafter until retiring from his career as a lawyer in Chicago in 2001. He has now written four plays including Wine Tasting. He has also written two novels – a book entitled Adventures of a Weekend Farmer, and several historical papers about Graham County, Arizona, where he was born. Platz is 83 years old and lives on a farm in Three Oaks, Michigan, which he and his wife have owned since 1981 and which has been their principal residence since shortly after he retired.
Schadenfreude Doesn’t Become You, Babe Shawn Samuelson Henry Samuelson Henry has been writing short plays for several years because she loves ten-minute play festivals. Her plays have been produced and performed from coast to coast in the United States and Canada. She is eagerly anticipating the launch of her debut Young Adult novel, Made in Maine, in early September. She currently lives in Davidson, North Carolina with her husband and three children.
Floating Down to Camelot Steven Satta Steven J. Satta is an early career playwright despite having been a theatre professional for 30 years. Credits include Broadway, Off-Broadway, and Baltimore area theatres such as Everyman Theatre, Olney Theatre, Maryland Ensemble Theatre, and Single Carrot Theatre. His short play Grieving and Sequins was performed in Baltimore and Philadelphia as part of The Homo Poe Show with Iron Crow Theatre – Baltimore’s first LGBTQ+ theatre which he helped to establish. Recently his 10 minute play Lily, Arthur was performed as part of Rapid Lemon Productions annual festival of 10 minute plays in 2022. He is on faculty at Towson University in the Department of Theatre Arts where he is a Professor of Voice/Acting and Director of the MFA program in 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.
The Acorn is proud to partner with Neighbor by Neighbor in hosting a food and hygiene drive at the theater. Throughout November and December, whenever you come out to The Acorn to attend an event, please consider contributing! Please find more information here.
Box Office opens at 4:00pm ET Starts 7:00pm, doors open 6:00pm
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.
Calling area talented youth! We are putting the spotlight on young performers with our October Open Mic Night.
Where else in Harbor Country can you go for an evening filled with amazing talent? Come experience Harbor Country’s most exciting array of acts, packed into one night on the fabulous Acorn stage with a state of the art, professional sound system.
No Admission Fee, Donations Encouraged
This activity is supported in part by the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs and sponsored by The Frederick S. Upton Foundation.
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 7:00pm, doors open 6:00pm
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.
Where else in Harbor Country can you go for an evening filled with amazing talent? Come experience Harbor Country’s most exciting array of acts, packed into one night on the fabulous Acorn stage with a state of the art, professional sound system.
No Admission Fee, Donations Encouraged
This activity is supported in part by the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs and sponsored by The Frederick S. Upton Foundation.
Abbie Thomas
Independent singer-songwriter Abbie Thomas started on the road from part-time hobbyist to full time musician after appearing in The Acorn’s 2019 Singer-Songwriter Competition. She earned the vibrant praises of Grammy winner Jim Peterik in that contest, which was a catalyst for turning music into Abbie’s full-time career. She mixes pop melodies with soulful vocals and hints of R&B, Jazz, and a vibe from the songwriters of the ‘70s. Touring regionally, she has most recently opened for Laine Hardy, Girl Named Tom, and Cathy Richardson of Jefferson Starship.
Abbie currently keeps a 130+ per year live show calendar. She recently composed for and performed with the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra. Abbie just wrapped up her first short film score and is currently composing for a collaboration with the South Bend, IN Symphony Quartet.
Abbie’s standout music video, "Fireflies," has earned over 10 nominations for awards, including a "Best Female Solo Artist" nomination in 2021 for the California Music & Video Awards, and a "Best Independent Music Video" nomination for the Hollywood Music in Media Awards. She was also recently nominated for four Josie Music Awards (the equivalent to The Grammy’s for independent artists): Artist of the Year, Song of the Year for “Dirty Little Things,” Entertainer of the Year, and Songwriter Achievement for her song “Lucky Penny.” The awards show will take place at The Grand Ole Opry House October of 2023.
In early 2023, Abbie surpassed 100,000 streams on major platforms including iTunes, Spotify and YouTube. New music is currently being recorded, and slated to begin releasing in late 2023.
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 proud to partner with Neighbor by Neighbor in hosting a food and hygiene drive at the theater. Throughout November and December, whenever you come out to The Acorn to attend an event, please consider contributing! Please find more information here.
Box Office opens at 4pm ET Starts 7:00pm, doors open 6:00pm
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.
Open Mic Night Featuring Riely O'Connor and Molly B. Moon
Sunday, Sep. 17 | 7:00pm ET (6:00pm CT)
Open Mic
Where else in Harbor Country can you go for an evening filled with amazing talent? Come experience Harbor Country’s most exciting array of acts, packed into one night on the fabulous Acorn stage with a state of the art, professional sound system.
No Admission Fee, Donations Encouraged
This activity is supported in part by the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs and sponsored by The Frederick S. Upton Foundation.
About the Artists:
Riely O'Connor and Molly B. Moon call both South Bend, Indiana and Apalachicola, Florida home, but they are very much “at home” on stages all over the Midwest, South and West. At each performance, they give the audience their unique blend of category-defying original songs. These originals are known for their powerful themes, insightful lyrics and wonderful melodies. From touching ballads to swinging blues, each song is imbued with wit and insight. On stage Riely and Molly deliver the goods with energy and dynamic stage presence. Molly and Riely have just released their second album, Something Light As Light.
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 7:00pm, doors open 6:00pm
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 Illegal Smiles are a group of Chicagoland songwriters and musicians with a deep love for the songs of John Prine, from his stunning debut to The Tree of Forgiveness, and everything in-between. The beauty of Prine fans is that we all know the words, whether they make us sob or smile, so come sing-a-long, it don't cost very much, but it lasts a long while.
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.
Echoes of Pompeii is a band that comes together on stage to perform one of the best authentic tributes to the songs of Pink Floyd!
Comprised of a 11 piece band (orchestra), Echoes of Pompeii gives fans the true sound of a Pink Floyd concert. From synthesizers, delayed vocals, slide guitars and female back up singers, they leave no stone unturned when it comes to their sound. They grab you with state of the art visuals such as lasers, lights, video, and iconic images that Pink Floyd was well known to produce.
Echoes of Pompeii play all eras of Pink Floyd from the early Syd Barrett days, to the later exclusion of the Roger Waters era, and everything in between. Their audience will transcend from a calm moving coma state of mind into a standing ovation all night long, as if they were riding a celestial roller coaster. So please take your seat, buckle up and get ready to take flight!
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 proud to partner with Neighbor by Neighbor in hosting a food and hygiene drive at the theater. Throughout November and December, whenever you come out to The Acorn to attend an event, please consider contributing! Please find more information here.
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.
Internationally-recognized blues harmonica, piano legend Corky Siegel returns to The Acorn!
For more than half a century, Corky Siegel has brought new colors to the blues ...to bridge musical genres and cultural divides, making the world slightly smaller and kinder - Steven Wine, Associated Press
About the Artist:
Corky Siegel is known internationally as one of the world's great blues harmonica players, a blues pianist, singer-songwriter, creator of CHAMBER BLUES and the sole pioneer/composer of award-winning revolutionary works that weave blues and classical forms together. Co-founder of the SIEGEL-SCHWALL BAND, and Blues Hall of Fame Inductee, Corky Siegel has a catalogue of recordings on RCA, Vanguard, Alligator, and million selling blues/classical recordings on the iconic classical label Deutsche Grammophon. His close associations with the blues masters in the earlier days of Chicago blues, his essential part in the blues rock revolution, and his surprising success in bringing together blues and classical audiences make him a pivotal (though inconspicuous) figure in modern music history.
“underappreciated national treasure” - Downbeat Magazine
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 proud to partner with Neighbor by Neighbor in hosting a food and hygiene drive at the theater. Throughout November and December, whenever you come out to The Acorn to attend an event, please consider contributing! Please find more information here.
Box Office opens at 4:00pm ET Starts 7:00pm, doors open 6:00pm
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.
