Leave the kids at home; this is a Must Be 21+ Event!
ID Check at the Door
Enjoy a fun night out with friends and support the Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra! Combine two sharp-wit comedy musicians armed with pianos and a room full of people: the result is a fast and unforgettable evening!
Participate in live and silent auctions, enjoy heavy appetizers and dessert, and sing and clap the night away all while contributing to live music and music education in Southwest Michigan!
Every ticket purchase supports symphonic music and music education for Southwest Michigan. Ticket purchase includes: a built-in donation, heavy appetizers and snacks, drink ticket, and a high energy, all request, sing-along, clap-along, rock-n-roll comedy piano show!
Sat. August 17th
Grand Upton Hall
Lake Michigan College Mendel Center
1100 Yore Ave, Benton Harbor MI 49022
TICKET DETAILS
General Admission | $80
Table for 8 | $600
Good Sport No-Show Ticket | $25
Event not eligible for discount.
FAQ
The dress code can be best described as Casual Chic.
Please plan to arrive by 6 pm when doors open. The Silent Auction will open for bids, Live auction items will be available to view, and cash bars and appetizers will be available for service. You’ll want to secure your seat before the event begins at 7 pm.
No, this event is open to the public, anyone can purchase a ticket.
The best way to make sure you and your friends are seated together is to purchase seats with one transaction. However, you can each buy individual tickets and let us know you want to join friends (or start a party) by writing your party’s name in the space provided during the ticket purchase process. Please make sure you are all buying the same seating option.
Player’s musical repertoire ranges from classic rock to country, hard rock to R&B, and show tunes to Top 40. You’ll have the time of your life shouting out requests, singing along to favorites, and bantering with performers!
GOOD TO KNOW: Dueling Pianos is fueled by who pays the highest bid* (bring cash to keep the event flow going). So, if you request a “Piano Man” for the tenth time, they probably will say, “pass.” If they do play it…they have the creative right to make up lyrics, sing in a weird voice, etc. Audience members may also have the opportunity to come up and interact or dance on stage!
*All tips and monies earned by the Piano Players go to benefit the SMSO.
Yes, Live and Silent auction items and packages are only available in-person at this event.
Our Fund-A-Need is available online here: https://smso.org/support-us/fundaneed/ and can be bid on from home.
All funds raised will go directly to support the Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra. Our goal for the evening is to raise $25,000 to support season concert events.
Yes, as an after-dinner event, attendees will have access to a selection of heavy appetizers, desserts, and a variety of snacks.
Yes, two cash bars will be available at this event, and each event ticket includes a complimentary drink ticket. Table purchases include a complimentary drink tickets for each person at their table, eight (8) total.
Benton Harbor: Hilton Garden Inn, Staybridge Suites, Hyatt Place, Marriott Courtyard
St. Joseph: The Boulevard Inn & Bistro, The Inn at Harbor Shores, Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Silver Beach Hotel, South Cliff Inn
Stevensville: Baymont by Wyndham, Candlewood Suites, Fairfield Inn & Suites, Tru by Hilton
Contact Hollie Ayres at 269-982-4030.
Thank you, Sponsors!
Denny & Betsy
Sexton
