In 2022, we celebrated the 100-year anniversary of the Morris Performing Arts Center. It’s almost hard to believe that this magical place we all love so much was almost knocked to the ground by a wrecking ball 1959.

The Morris Performing Arts Center is celebrating their 100-year anniversary in a big way this year. Ending the week-long festivities during Best. Week. Ever. , Morris 100 Fest will be a two-day festival in the streets of downtown South Bend on Friday, September 30 and Saturday, October 1.

Your contribution to our capital campaign will ensure we are able to complete the necessary capital upgrades, inside and outside of the Morris, that will see this beautiful building into the next 100 years of arts and culture in our community.

The Morris Performing Arts Center, originally called the Palace Theatre until the late 1950s, was built in 1922 as part of the Orpheum Theatre chain. The theater cost $1 million to build and was constructed on a $100,000 piece of property. It was the most modern theater in the country.

In 2022, the Morris Performing Arts Center celebrated its 100 year anniversary. It’s almost hard to believe that this magical place we all love so much was almost knocked to the ground by a wrecking ball 1959.

Thank you for considering a contribution the Morris Performing Arts Center 100 Year Anniversary Committee. Your support will allow us to make significant progress toward ensuring the next 100 years of fulfillment through the arts for the next generation. Below you’ll find a pledge form.

In anticipation of its 100th anniversary, a group of committed volunteers, in conjunction with the City of South Bend, will embark on a $30 million capital campaign to maintain and improve upon the Morris Performing Arts Center. Through this campaign, it is the goal of the Morris 100 Committee to inspire

For more information about the Morris 100 Campaign, please contact Amy Roush at [email protected] Concerts & Events The Morris brings in various types of concerts and events for all ages, including comedians, country artists, popular lecturers, and more.

Please note this website is for the 100-year anniversary capital campaign. Inquires regarding sales, tickets or events at the Morris Performing Arts Center should be directed here.

The Morris brings in various types of concerts and events for all ages, including comedians, country artists, popular lecturers, and more. Quick Links Morris 100 Fest