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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).

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Broadway Fright Night

Date: 7 p.m. October 3
Venue: Tinnin Theater
Tickets: $15
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Five of Broadway’s finest vocalists pay homage to Broadway and Off-Broadway’s most original, intriguing, and terrifying characters in this all-new, fun and frightful musical event.

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Vienna Boys Choir

Date: 7 p.m. November 16
Venue: Tinnin Theater
Tickets: $15
trcc.edu/events/vienna-boys-choir

Christmas in Vienna showcases gifted child musicians with unforgettable voices in a program featuring Austrian folk songs, classical masterpieces, popular songs, and holiday favorites.

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Celtic Angels Christmas

Date: 7 p.m. December 3
Venue: Tinnin Theater
Tickets: $15
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This awe-inspiring performance showcases the magic of Christmas through vocal and instrumental music—both seasonal and Irish favorites—along with world-class Irish dancing.

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The Piano Men

Date: 7 p.m. January 30
Venue: Tinnin Theater
Tickets: $15
trcc.edu/events/the-piano-men

Jim Witter and his band perform a musical celebration of the 1970s—year by year and hit by hit—featuring the timeless music of Billy Joel and Elton John.

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Bach to the Future

Date: 7 p.m. February 7
Venue: Tinnin Theater
Tickets: $15
trcc.edu/events/bach-to-the-future

Experience beloved classics from Bach, Beethoven, and Mozart infused with modern jazz, and African and Latin rhythms, all brought to life with unique, cutting-edge musical instruments.

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Valentine’s Dinner and Show

Date:  6 p.m. February 14
Venue: Westwood Event Center
Tickets: $60
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An evening of dinner, music, and dancing featuring a special meal catered by Tasteful Creations, piano music by Michael Michelson, and after-dinner dancing with Murphy Music and Media.

The Valentine’s Dinner and Show is not included in the season pass. To purchase tickets, contact Melody Dolle-Ducote at 573-840-9688 or mdolle-ducote@trcc.edu, or purchase tickets online.

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Tim Lovelace

Date: 7 p.m. March 6
Venue: Tinnin Theater
Tickets: $15
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Funnyman Tim Lovelace pairs his award-winning musical talents with crystal-clean humor for a comedy concert that will entertain the entire family.

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Hollywood Nights

Date: 7 p.m. April 12
Venue: Tinnin Theater
Tickets: $15
trcc.edu/events/hollywood-nights

The ultimate tribute to Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band, the nine-piece Bob Seger Experience band delivers the same high-energy rock-and-roll show as the original.

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Three Rivers College Community Choir

Date: 7 p.m. April 28
Venue: Tinnin Theater
Tickets: Free admission but tickets required
trcc.edu/events/three-rivers-community-choir

Amazing local singers perform a wide variety of musical styles, from classical to theatrical to popular to sacred. Directed by Pam Howard Becker and accompanied by Kirk Mondy.

Music Department Performances

Three Rivers College Music Department hosts student concerts and recitals, as well as the College’s choir and band groups.

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Fall Showcase

Date: 7 p.m. October 29
Venue: Tinnin Theater
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.

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Fall Concert

Date: 7 p.m. November 19
Venue: Tinnin Theater
Tickets: Free Admission

TRC collegiate and community musicians take the stage to bring you timeless musical classics.

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Choir Concert

Date: 3 p.m. December 8
Venue: First United Methodist Church
Tickets: Free Admission

TRC Music Department’s Collegiate Choir joins with area public school choirs to bring you holiday music and a short mass.

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Annual Jazz Festival, Evening 1

Date: 7 p.m. February 6
Venue: Tinnin Theater
Tickets: Free Admission

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.

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Annual Jazz Festival, Evening 2

Date: 7 p.m. February 8
Venue: Tinnin Theater
Tickets: Free Admission

The Jazz Festival continues with the Three Rivers Jazz Band and the Southeast Missouri All-District Jazz Band, featuring select high school jazz players.

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Spring Showcase

Date: 7 p.m. April 15
Venue: Tinnin Theater
Tickets: Free Admission

TRC Music Department vocal and instrumental students perform an eclectic program of classical repertoire and musical theater standards.

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Spring Concert

Date: 7 p.m. May 6
Venue: Tinnin Theater
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.

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Marty Harlan Exhibit

Date: August 19 – September 30
Venue: Tinnin Gallery
Tickets: Free Admission

Vivid still-life paintings that capture the vibrant beauty of flowers, fruits, vegetables, animals, and landscapes with bold colors and expressive detail.

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Vickie Glassman Exhibit

Date: October 6 – 27
Venue: Tinnin Gallery
Tickets: Free Admission

These ethereal abstract expressionist paintings transform the emotional power of music into spontaneous, vibrant visual compositions.

There will be a reception with the artist from 2-4 p.m., October 6, in the Tinnin Gallery.

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Missouri Star Quilters Exhibit

Date: November 5 – 27
Venue: Tinnin Gallery
Tickets: Free Admission

Experience the artistry and craftsmanship of the Missouri Star Quilters in a stunning exhibition of intricate, handmade quilts that celebrate tradition and creativity.

There will be an artist reception from 1 – 3 p.m. November 10.

There are no Center Stage shows scheduled at this time.

Please check back in the future.

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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.

Main Campus
2080 Three Rivers Blvd., Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
Office Hours: Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Summer Office Hours (June and July): Monday – Thursday,
7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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