Jan. 27 and 28
South Bend Lyric Opera: The Gift
IUSB’s Louise E. Addicott & Yatish J. Joshi Performance Hall
1825 Northside Blvd., South Bend
The South Bend Lyric Opera will take the stage for its second production of the 2022-2023 season. “The Gift” is a new, contemporary opera, performed in English, by composure Paul Herman, and is a modern retelling of O. Henry’s “Gift of the Magi.” It recounts the story of two young lovers struggling with an uncertain future, whose unfailing commitment to eachother inevitably wins the approval of her father and reminds of the importance of unconditional love and the warmth of common connections.
Lead roles will be played by Bradyn Debysingh (“boy”), with a double casting of “girl,” played by Hammen and Victoria Schemenauer. Supporting roles of the “mother” will be played by a double cast of Eleni Taluzek and Emily Sullivan, and the “father” will be played by Shayne Piles. Performers will be accompanied by local orchestra Ensemble Concept/21, conducted by Juan-Carlos Alarcon.
Tickets are available online at southbendlyricopera.square.site for $40, or $20 for students with ID at the door. For more information, visit www.southbendlyricopera.org/the-gift.
Feb. 1-28
Boys & Girls Club Art Show
Goshen Theater
216 S. Main St.
Visit the Goshen Theater lobby throughout February to see the artistry of the Boys & Girls Club.
Stop by during upcoming events or regular box office hours to view the show. Box office hours at noon to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday.
Feb. 2
12:15-1:15 p.m.
Noon Time Talk: Doug Witmer
Midwest Museum of American Art
429 S. Main St.
Philadelphia-based artist Doug Witmer will talk about his color field paintings, his music, his artistic influences and his life.
Noon Time Talk admission is $5 per session, free for museum members and donors.
Noon Time Talk/Film takes place at the Midwest Museum of American Art every Thursday.
For more information, visit www.mmidwestmuseum.us or call 574-293-6660.
Feb. 3-5
Fiddler on the Roof
Morris Performing Arts Center
211 N. Michigan St., South Bend
The American Theatre guild will present Fiddler on the Roof, as part of its Broadway in South Bend Series. Performances will be 8 p.m. Feb. 3, 2 and 8 p.m. Feb. 4, and 2 p.m. Feb. 5.
A beloved theatrical classic from Tony-winner Joseph Stein and Pulitzer Prize-winners Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick, this critically acclaimed production is directed by Tony Award-winner Bartlett Sher and choreographed by the acclaimed Israeli choreographer Hofesh Shechter.
Tickets are available for purchase at www.broadwayinsouthbend.com or www.morriscenter.org, in-person at the Morris, or by calling 574-235-9190.
Feb. 4
7:30 p.m.
An Evening with Chris Thile
Sauder Hall
1700 S. Main St., Goshen
A MacArthur Fellow and GRAMMY Award-winning mandolinist, singer and songwriter, Chris Thile is a founding member of the critically acclaimed bands Punch Brothers and Nickel Creek. For four years, Thile hosted public radio favorite "Live from Here with Chris Thile" (formerly known as "A Prairie Home Companion").
Tickets can be purchased online at www.goshen.edu/tickets, by phone at 574-535-7566, or in-person at the Goshen College Box Office at the Music Center. For more information, contact the Goshen College Box Office at 574-535-7566 or email boxoffice@goshen.edu. The Box Office, located in the Goshen College Music Center, is open for business from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Feb. 5
4 p.m.
Concord to perform with Elkhart County Symphony
Lerner Theatre
410 S. Main St.
The Elkhart County Symphony will continue it’s celebrating of 75 years at the Lerner Theatre with Elkhart County Symphony Legends.
This concert will honor the life and legacy of Executive Director Susan Ellington, who was a mainstay at the symphony but also a music educator at Goshen High School. To celebrate Ellington’s deduction to student musicians, the concert will feature Concord High School’s orchestra in a side-by-side performance of Gustav Holst’s “Jupiter” from the Planets together with the symphony.
The third installment of the seventh anniversary season of the symphony will also feature a history of the Elkhart County Symphony written by Trevor Wendzonka.
Tickets may be purchased at the Lerner box office, by calling 574-293-4469, or at the symphony’s webpage at www.elkhartsymphony.org.
Feb. 7
8 p.m.
An Evening with Lotus
Goshen Theater
216 S. Main St.
91.1 The Globe Radio and Goshen Arts and Events presents “An Evening with Lotus” at the Miller Auditorium. The one-of-akind- homecoming concert will feature Lotus, in the town where it all started in 1998.
Doors open at 7 p.m. There will be two sets. Advanced tickets are $30 per person or $35 at the door. Bar and concessions will be available for purchase. Call the Goshen Theater box office for more information at 574-312-3701, or email boxoffice@goshentheater.org.
Feb. 9
12:15 - 1:15 p.m.
Noon Time Film
Midwest Museum of American Art
429 S. Main St.
The public is invited to join the Midwest Museum of American Art for its new winter film series looking at different topics in the contemporary art world of today.
Admission is $5 per session, free for museum members and donors.
Noon Time Talk/Film takes place at the Midwest Museum of American Art every Thursday.
For more information, visit www.mmidwestmuseum.us or call 574-293-6660.
Feb. 10
7 p.m.
Free Movie Night: The Princess and the Frog
Goshen Theater
216 S. Main St.
The Boys & Girls Club will partner with the Goshen Theater to present Disney’s “The Princess and the Frog” as a part of the theater’s monthly free movie night.
Hardworking and ambitious, Tiana (Anika None Rose) dreams of one day opening the finest restaurant in New Orleans. Her dream takes a slight detour when she meets Prince Naveen (Bruno Campos), who has been turned into an amphibian by the evil Dr. Facilier. Mistaking her for a princess and hoping to break the spell, Naveen plants a kiss on poor Tiana, thereby turning her into a frog as well. The pair hop along on an adventure through the bayous to seek the help of a powerful voodoo priestess.
The film is rated G and has a runtime of one hour and 37 minutes. Admission is free, but donations are suggested. Seating is limited.
Doors open at 6 p.m. and the Boys & Girls Club Art Show installations will be on display for viewing. Seating begins at 6:30 p.m. Concessions will be available for purchase.
For more information, visit www.goshentheater.com.
Feb. 10-18
Present Laughter
Warner Studio Theatre
403 N. Main St., South Bend
Noel Coward’s "Present Laughter" follows a self-obsessed actor in the midst of a mid-life crisis. Juggling his considerable talent, ego, and libido, the theater’s favorite leading man suddenly finds himself caught between fawning ingenues, crazed playwrights, secret trysts, and unexpected twists.
For tickets, visit www.sbct.org/2023-season-tickets.
Feb. 16
12:15 - 1:15 p.m.
Noon Time Talk: Ramiro Rodriguez
Midwest Museum of American Art
429 S. Main St.
Artist and printmaker and chief preparator at the Snite Museum of Art Ramiro Rodriguez will discuss his work and his commentary from a Latin perspective. The artist is married to Laurie Roussea, who will also speak later in the Noon Time Talk Series.
Noon Time Talk admission is $5 per session, free for museum members and donors.
Noon Time Talk/Film takes place at the Midwest Museum of American Art every Thursday.
For more information, visit www.mmidwestmuseum.us or call 574-293-6660.
Feb. 17
7:30 p.m.
Tracy Lawrence
The Lerner
410 S. Main St., Elkhart
One of country music’s truest traditionalists celebrating 30 years in the industry, Tracy Lawrence will take the stage at The Lerner Theatre on Feb. 17. With 18 number one songs, and more than 13 million albums sold, Lawrence has garnered numerous CMA and ACM awards and nominations and a Grammy nomination.
Tickets range from $44 - $80 plus applicable fees. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact The Lerner Box Office at 574-293-4469 or visit them online at www.thelerner.com.
Feb. 18
7 p.m.
GTDC Acting Showcase
Goshen Theater
216 S. Main St.
Students of the Goshen Theater Drama Club will take the stage to show off their hard work over the past five weeks in their monologue and scene study class.
Tickets for the performance are $5 each.
Contact the Goshen Theater box office at 574-312-3701 or by emailing boxoffice@goshentheater.org for more information or to purchase tickets.
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FAQs
What holiday is january 26 2023? ›
National Spouses Day
A chance to celebrate your spouse and show your better half how much you love them.
National Spouses Day on January 26th each year celebrates the bond between two people and sets aside time for couples to show each other gratitude.
What is 26 January 2023 in bengali calendar? ›January 26, 2023 corresponds to Bengali date Magh 11, 1429 Bangabda. January 26, 2023 is Basanta Panchami.
What is the date of January 2023? ›1837 - Michigan became the 26th state to join the United States. 1841 - Britain formally occupied Hong Kong, which the Chinese had ceded to the British. 1861 - In the U.S., Louisiana seceded from the Union. 1870 - The state of Virgina rejoined the Union.
What famous people were born on January 26? ›January 26
Why is 26 January a red letter day? ›26th January 1950 was the Red-letter day in the History of India. It was on this day that the Constitution of India came into force and India became a Republic.
Is January 26th a National Marriage day? ›National Spouses Day: January 26, 2023. A . gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.
Is 26 a national holiday? ›India, being a culturally diverse society, celebrates many holidays and festivals, but there are only three national festivals: Republic Day (26 January), Independence Day (15 August), and Gandhi Jayanti (2 October).
Which date is best for marriage in 2023? ›In the first month of 2023, couples should look to get married on January 15, 18, 25, 26, 27, or 30. February is also filled with lucky days (including Valentine's Day!). Those looking to get married that month should look to February 6, 7, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 16, 22, 23, 27, 23, 27, and 28.
Why is 26th January 8th? ›
Republic Day is the day when India marks and celebrates the date on which the Constitution of India came into effect on 26 January 1950. This replaced the Government of India Act 1935 as the governing document of India, thus turning the nation into a republic separate from British Raj.
What is Bengali New Year called? ›Pohela Boishakh (Bengali: পহেলা বৈশাখ) is the first day of the Bengali calendar which is also the official calendar of Bangladesh.
What are the important days celebrated in January 2023? ›What are the Important Days in January 2023 in India? The various important days in January 2023 for India are World Hindi Day (10th Jan), Indian Army Day (15th Jan), National Girl Child Day (24th Jan), National Voters Day (25th Jan), National Tourism Day (25th Jan), etc.
What is the theme for January 2023? ›1 January 2023
– The date marks the beginning of a new year cycle that lasts for 12 months (365 days). – This year's theme is “A New Beginning”.
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“Just for Fun” Days
- January 1: Z Day (On this day, those whose last name begins with “Z” get to go first instead of last.)
- January 3: National Chocolate-Covered Cherry Day.
- January 6: National Bean Day.
- January 8: Elvis Presley's Birthday.
- January 10: National Houseplant Appreciation Day.
January 26th is a day of great energy and strength. People born on January 26 are very creative and passionate about what they believe. While they tend to be a little stubborn and independent, they do put forth 100% effort when it comes to their relationships.
What is the birthstone for January 26th? ›Those born in January are lucky to have the beautiful and diverse garnet as their birthstone. Garnets are commonly red but also come in an extraordinary range of beautiful colors, including orange, yellow, purple and vibrant green.
What does a black letter day mean? ›black-letter day in American English
(ˈblækˌletər) noun. an unlucky or tragic day. [1750–60]
Republic Day is a national holiday in India that commemorates the date on which the Indian Constitution took effect on January 26th, 1950, succeeding the Government of India Act, 1935 as the nation's governing document and transforming the country into a newly constituted republic.
What is a green letter day? ›Friday March 15th, 2019, will go down as a green-letter day in Ireland when a new generation of young environmentalists, energised by a lack of adult action on climate change, took over the national stage.
What is the most popular day to get married? ›
The Most Popular Wedding Dates of 2022 and 2021
And all of the most popular wedding dates are on the same day of the week—Saturday (though we anticipate weekday weddings to start trending in the coming year).
In India, the off-season is generally in the months of August, September, and October. There are no auspicious dates during these months and that's why most couples don't prefer to get married during these three months.
Why is January called divorce month? ›January in particular has long been associated with divorce in more ways than one. It has been called “divorce month” due to the high number of filings frequently seen by courts across the country, perhaps by families wishing to retain some sense of normalcy for themselves and their children during the holidays.
What is celebrated on 26 June in USA? ›June 26 observed as International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. Today is International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.
What is today special day? ›National Backward Day
Reverse your actions and see how fun and interesting it can be!
Boxing Day is the day after Christmas Day and falls on 26 December.
What is the toughest year of marriage? ›According to relationship therapist Aimee Hartstein, LCSW, as it turns out, the first year really is the hardest—even if you've already lived together. In fact, it often doesn't matter if you've been together for multiple years, the start of married life is still tricky.
What are the best wedding dates for january 2023? ›- January 15, 2023 (Sunday)
- January 18, 2023 (Wednesday)
- January 25, 2023 (Wednesday)
- January 26, 2023 (Thursday)
- January 27, 2023 (Friday)
- January 30, 2023 (Monday)
According to a team of researchers from Pennsylvania State and Brigham Young University, married couples reached their happiest point at the 20-year mark. For the study, scientists looked at relationship satisfaction in 2,034 marriages with an average age of 35-37.
Why was 26 January 1930 important? ›The decade closed with the Congress resolving to fight for Purna Swaraj (complete independence) in 1929 under the presidentship of Jawaharlal Nehru. Consequently, “Independence Day” was observed on 26th January, 1930, all over the country.
What was January 26th before 1947? ›
Following the historical resolution of Purna Swaraj at the Lahore Session in 1929, the Congress' new Working Committee met on 2 January 1930 and decided to observe 26 January as 'Purna Swaraj Day'. A declaration issued by the CWC was to be read as a pledge throughout the country.
What happened on 26 January 1931? ›Monday, January 26
The Mahatma Gandhi was freed from prison.
Poila Boisakh Significance:
Poila Baisakh marks the beginning of the new financial year for the Bengali business community. The businessmans on this day buy valuables as io signifies good fortune. Bengali people worship Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi and wear new clothes.
People dress up in traditional attire— kurtas and pajamas for men and sarees for men. Most apparel shops roll out "Chaitra Sale" or the end-of-year sale a month before Poila Baishakh. On this day, Bengalis greet each other by saying "Shubho Naboborsho", which translates to "Happy New Year".
What do we eat in Bengali New Year? ›People celebrate this cultural festival starting their day having breakfast with panta-ilish. An ideal Bengali breakfast on the day of Pohela Boishak is panta-ilish, shutki, different kinds of bhorta, daal, luchi, puri, pitha, sandesh, pantua are commonly found on this festive breakfast plate.
Why is 26th January celebrate? ›On 26 January 1950, the Constitution of India 1950 came into effect and India transformed from a British dominion into an independent constitutional republic – a day we annually celebrate as Republic Day. Much like the day we got our independence, the day had its fair share of celebration and pomp.
Why is Republic Day on 26th January? ›republic, form of government in which a state is ruled by representatives of the citizen body. Modern republics are founded on the idea that sovereignty rests with the people, though who is included and excluded from the category of the people has varied across history.
When did 26 January become a public holiday? ›It wasn't until 1994 that 26 January was declared a national public holiday.