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Open Mic Night featuring Champagne Experience

Sunday, May. 17 | 7:00pm ET (6:00pm CT)

Community EventOpen Mic

The spotlight is yours. Experience the energy of our creative community on the legendary Acorn stage. Whether you’re a seasoned pro sharing new work or a rising local talent making your debut, our professional sound system and world-class acoustics ensure every note hits home.

Support emerging talent. Find your new favorite local artists to follow. Join us for a curated showcase that gives our community’s most promising voices a platform to connect with an appreciative audience.

Free Admission | Donations Gratefully Accepted

Interested in performing?
To be considered for one of our Open Mic lineups, send a performance sample to openmic@acornlive.org

About the Featured Artist:

The Champagne Experience is a collaboration of outstanding musicians, with the core being Steve and Mary "E" Champagne. The "Champagne Duo" began performing together almost 2 decades ago. When others join them, it becomes a full-out Experience, the Champagne Experience.

Mary E. was born and raised in Kankakee to a very musical family. A graduate of Kankakee SD111 and ONU, she cut her musical teeth singing with award-winning musical groups, had numerous leading roles in musical productions, and was a guest vocalist with the municipal band for over 17 years. In 2007, she and husband Steve Champagne formed their acoustic band, and have since performed in and around Chicagoland, Northwest Indiana, and Southwest Michigan. Currently, Mary is a lead vocalist with Champagne Experience, and loves to sing with high energy, passion, and tight harmonies with hubby Steve and other featured musicians. Steve Champagne was born and raised outside of Milwaukee, WI. He began playing piano at the age of 9, then pursued trumpet and ultimately guitar. Some call him a walking jukebox! His pitch-perfect harmonies lend well to the best songs of the 60s and '70s, with an emphasis on great vocal covers!

RESERVED SEATING DONATION option includes a $30 tax-deductible donation to The Acorn and guarantees you a seat. $30 Donation per ticket holder in your group.

The Acorn is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

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.

 

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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.


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