Make Brucemore your destination for a Friday night out!
Are you ready to shake up your weekend routine? Join us in the intimate Carriage House studio space for an entertaining evening. This series curated by the arts professionals behind Brucemore’s Artisan Studio gives you a chance to discover something new from talented local artists. You’ll be delighted and surprised by these unique events, showcasing the best of music, spoken word, theatre, and more created right here in Eastern Iowa. Check out the list of dates below for more information about upcoming events!
Location: Brucemore’s Carriage House
Event Time: 7:30 PM; doors open at 7:00 PM
Admission
- $15 Adult
- $10 Student
- Brucemore supporters receive a $5 discount per ticket.
- A $4.00 processing fee is applied to all online and phone orders. To use your discount, please sign in using the link in the upper right corner of the purchase page or call (319) 362-7375.
Please see the date list below to purchase tickets. Tickets may be purchased at the door, subject to availability. This event has limited capacity and purchasing in advance is recommended.
Upcoming Events
December 5 – From Undesirable to Undeniable
What happens when vulnerability finds its rhythm? From Undesirable to Undeniable is a live sonic journey through redemption, resilience, and raw self-discovery.
Poet and lyricist Klazik invites you into an atmosphere where words breathe and sound heals — carried by EJ Swavv’s textured production, Riley Thurm’s soulful pedal steel, and Lincoln Ginsberg’s grounding bass. Together, they build a space that feels both spiritual and human — where every track moves from struggle to surrender, from searching to soaring.
Past Events
May 2 – Gerard Estella, EJ Swavv, and Jason Alberty
To kick off this series, Brucemore’s Artisan in Residence Gerard Estella will be joined by two veterans of the Brucemore stage, EJ Swavv and Jason Alberty, for a night of music and comedy. This performance is sure to entertain you with a blend of original writing and creative takes on familiar songs.
June 13 – Bury Me
Originally written and produced for Starlighters II Theatre, Bury Me is a is a modern re-telling of Antigone performed in American Sign Language. The story explores the relationship of estranged sisters Andi and Izzy as they grapple with loss and each other after their brother’s suicide. This production stars four ASL-fluent actors (Jeff Dahle, Gretchen Brown-Waech, Brenda Falgier, and Jasmin Headley) with four English speaking translators. The performance will be followed by a talk-back with the actors, director and professional ASL interpreter Jennifer Smith, and playwright Grant Freeman.
July 25 – Brian Johannesen
Join us for an introduction to the earnest, heartfelt songcraft of Brian Johannesen. This performance will feature songs from his album Holster Your Silver, described as a “a heck of an enjoyable listen and a supremely well-crafted piece of Midwestern Americana” by Little Village Magazine. These gritty, story-driven songs are a perfect listen for fans of John Prine, Guy Clark, and Bruce Springsteen.
September 5 – Two Men and Some Keys
Produced by EJ Swavv. Starring Dillon Rairdin and Shawndell Young.
What do you get when you take two musicians from different musical communities and set them loose with some keys? A night that is as inspiring as it is entertaining. From soulful vintage piano melodies to modern synth compositions, Shawndell Young and Dillon Rairdin each take the stage with their own unique sound. Enjoy a night out with two acts of vocal and instrumental music that showcase the vibrant talents of two of the area’s best keyboard artists.
October 17 & 18 – A Night of Victorian Horror (SOLD OUT)
The Victorians were pretty creepy–with their black crepe and continual mourning and rippers and slashers and all. Join us for a relaxing evening of Victorian horror tales and morbid fright music with Lucy Conroy’s Cello of the Damned. We’ll dip into a couple of Poe stories with Aron Pozdol, Braden Rood, and Matthew James, as well as some ripping tales from the London fog.
What to expect from these events:
- You are welcome to bring your own light snacks and beverages (beer and wine allowed) to enjoy in the performance venue. Concessions will not be available for sale at this event.
- The only gate that will open to vehicles for on-site parking is at 2160 Linden Drive SE. Please enter through this gate and use parking near the Carriage House.
- Doors to performance venue will open at 7:00 PM.
- Pets are not allowed, with the exception of service animals.
What to do when you arrive:
- Follow signage to open parking spaces near the Carriage House or on the grounds of Brucemore. Accessible parking will be available.
- Follow signs to enter the Carriage House on the north side.
- Check in with staff at the event entrance by providing the name on your order.
Preservation in Progress:
This year Brucemore is doing exciting preservation work to maintain several historic buildings. Due to this work, a portion of the Carriage House parking lot will be unavailable. We appreciate your flexibility and understanding during this time!
Ticket Policies: All ticket sales are non-refundable. Please read our ticket policy here. Online and phone orders are subject to a $4.00 processing fee per order.
Photography and Video Notice:
At this event, photography and videos may be recorded. By attending this event, you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos, which may be used for educational, archival, or promotional purposes. If you have concerns about your likeness appearing in these photos and videos, please talk to a staff member when you check in for the event.
Carriage House Event Map
