Tinnin Fine Arts Center
The Tinnin Fine Arts Center houses a concert-quality, 500-seat theater, an art gallery, studio spaces, classrooms, and faculty offices. Find a show and discover the arts on campus at Three Rivers College.
Music, Performances, Art and More
Built in 1997, the Tinnin Fine Arts Center has enriched the lives of tens of thousands of people through performing and visual arts and the humanities. The Nelson B.-Brent B. Tinnin Center was named after the husband and son, respectively, of major contributor, Lora Tinnin.
The Tinnin Center is a vital part of the College’s community outreach efforts. Each year, the Three Rivers Music Department hosts workshops for hundreds of area junior high and high school band and choir students. The Patrons of the Arts sponsors performances for area school children. The theater provides a venue for community-sponsored conferences, lectures, political debates, and performances.
Featured Performances
The Tinnin Center theater hosts a variety of performances including national touring productions of ballet and modern dance, plays and musicals, acrobats, and musical performers from opera tenors to bluegrass pickers. All seats are reserved. Purchase tickets at Three Rivers College Student Accounts, Tinnin Center Art Gallery or online (online fee may apply).
To purchase season tickets, please contact Edie Dilbeck at 573-840-9698 or edilbeck@trcc.edu.
Tim Lovelace
Date: Sept. 23, 2022 at 7 p.m.
Venue: Tinnin Fine Arts Center
Tickets: $15
Funnyman Tim Lovelace pairs his award-winning musical talents with crystal clean humor for a comedy concert that will entertain the entire family.
A Christmas Carol
Date: Dec. 4, 2022 at 2 p.m.
Venue: Tinnin Fine Arts Center
Tickets: $15
Celebrate the true Spirit of Christmas with this original production featuring 26 beloved traditional carols woven throughout this classic tale.
Funky Butt Brass Band
Date: Feb. 10, 2023 at 7 p.m.
Venue: Tinnin Fine Arts Center
Tickets: $15
These six talented musicians take traditional New Orleans brass tunes and sprinkle in their own brand of special St. Louis musical magic, along with some Chicago blues, Memphis soul, southern rock, and St. Louis R&B.
Valentine’s Day Dinner & Show
Date: Feb. 14, 2023 at 6 p.m.
Venue: Tinnin Fine Arts Center
Tickets: $60
Join us for a special dinner catered by Tasteful Creations, followed by an entertaining show featuring masterful pianist and Missouri native, Michael Michelson, The Piano Man.
Only 100 tickets available. To purchase tickets, please contact Edie Dilbeck at 573-840-9698 or edilbeck@trcc.edu.
Wings – Dublin Irish Dance
Date: Feb. 21, 2023 at 7 p.m.
Venue: Tinnin Fine Arts Center
Tickets: $15
A brand-new Irish dance production, WINGS features thrilling dance and musical performances by Irish and World champion dancers and Ireland’s finest musical and vocal virtuosos.
The Sicilian Tenors
Date: March 23, 2023 at 7 p.m.
Venue: Tinnin Fine Arts Center
Tickets: $15
Three marvelous, operatic tenors will take you on a romantic journey from Hollywood to Broadway to Italy with a concert of timeless songs.
Choir Jam
Date: April 17, 2023 at 7 p.m.
Venue: Tinnin Fine Arts Center
Tickets: $15
Three local church choirs come together for an uplifting, praise-filled performance.
Solitary Man – Tribute to Neil Diamond
Date: May 1, 2023 at 7 p.m.
Venue: Tinnin Fine Arts Center
Tickets: $15
Veteran vocalist and tribute artist, David Jericko, along with a band of professional musicians, bring the complete Neil Diamond experience to life by performing his greatest hits.
Center Stage Shows
A blended theater company of students, College employees, and community members, Center Stage continues to wow audiences with outstanding home-grown talent.
Mary Poppins: The Broadway Musical
Dates: September 2, 3, 9, and 10 at 7 PM
September 3, 4, 10, and 11 at 2 p.m.
Venue: Tinnin Fine Arts Center
Tickets: $10
Everyone’s favorite practically perfect nanny takes the stage in this Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious musical adventure based on the popular Disney film. This Center Stage production features special performers from The Dance Studio.
Mamma Mia!
Dates: November 11, 12, 18, and 19 at 7 PM
November 12, 13, 19, and 20 at 2 p.m.
Venue: Tinnin Fine Arts Center
Tickets: $10
ABBA’s timeless songs, hilarious banter, and explosive dance numbers propel this enchanting tale of love and friendship.
Tickets go on sale October 14.
Cinderella
Dates: March 3, 4, 10, and 11 at 7 PM
March 4, 5, 11, and 12 at 2 p.m.
Venue: Tinnin Fine Arts Center
Tickets: $10
The timeless enchantment of the magical fairy tale comes to life with music from Rodgers & Hammerstein in the Broadway version of this classic.
Tickets go on sale February 3.
Music Department Performances
Three Rivers College Music Department hosts student concerts and recitals, as well as the College’s choir and band groups.
Fall Showcase
Date: October 25, 2022, at 7 p.m.
Venue: Tinnin Fine Arts Center
Tickets: Free Admission
TRC Music Department vocal and instrumental students perform diverse solos and ensembles and a “mini-musical” performance by the premier student musical theater ensemble.
Fall Concert
Dates: November 22, 2022, at 7 p.m.
Venue: Tinnin Fine Arts Center
Tickets: Free Admission
TRC collegiate and community musicians take the stage to bring you timeless musical classics.
Annual Jazz Festival
Dates: February 9 and 11, 2023, at 7 p.m.
Venue: Tinnin Fine Arts Center
Tickets: Free Admission
February 9: The annual TRC Music Department’s tribute to jazz begins with a concert that showcases area junior high school, high school, and College jazz groups.
February 11: The Jazz Festival continues with the Three Rivers Jazz Band and the Southeast Missouri All-District Jazz Band, featuring select high school jazz players.
Spring Showcase
Dates: April 4, 2023, at 7 p.m.
Venue: Tinnin Fine Arts Center
Tickets: Free Admission
TRC Music Department vocal and instrumental students perform an eclectic program of classical repertoire and musical theater standards.
The Pajama Game
Dates: April 28 and 29, 2023, at 7 p.m.
April 30, 2023, at 2 p.m.
Venue: Tinnin Fine Arts Center
Tickets: Free Admission
In the TRC Music Department’s annual musical, a union strike at a pajama factory generates plenty of heat in this toe-tapping, comedic love story.
Spring Concert
Dates: May 9, 2023, at 7 p.m.
Venue: Tinnin Fine Arts Center
Tickets: Free Admission
The Three Rivers College Symphonic Band and Jazz Band, and Collegiate Choir perform a variety of musical gems.
Art Department Exhibitions
The Tinnin Center Art Gallery displays monthly exhibits of regional artists, as well as the works of Three Rivers students.
Please check back later for event information.
Become a Patron of the Arts
Performances are made possible by the Patrons of the Arts Society, a philanthropic organization that raises money to bring cultural opportunities to our region.
