Live performance in an intimate setting
Warm up your winter Friday nights with Acoustic Winter Series, a cozy performance series celebrating live artistry, creativity, and community in the heart of downtown Howell.
This year’s series expands beyond music to feature an exciting mix of musicians, improvisers, and other performing artists, each bringing something unique to the stage. Enjoy great company, cash bar, and unforgettable performances in one of Howell’s most beloved historic spaces.
Fridays, January 9 – February 20, 2026
Doors 7:00pm | Show: 730 PM – 9:30 PM (with a quick intermission)
General Admission · Auditorium-style seating
Ticket Packages
Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the door, as available.
General Admission (Non-Member)
Single Show: $22
Series Pass (All 7 Shows): $150
Livingston Arts Council Member Pricing
Single Show: $20
Series Pass (All 7 Shows): $130
Current Members receive discounted tickets and the best value with a series pass.
Series Lineup
January 09
Jeff Fab
Interactive Acoustic Set · Trivia & Prizes
Jeff Fab blends acoustic music with live trivia for a fun, participatory evening that keeps the audience engaged from start to finish. Through songs, Jeff invites guests to test their knowledge for chances to win prizes, creating a lively and welcoming experience that feels more like a gathering than a traditional concert
January 16
Jasen Magic
Up Close Magic and Illusion
Jasen Magic brings sleight-of-hand and mind-bending illusions to the Acoustic Series with a performance designed for intimate spaces. Guests experience magic just feet away, making every trick feel personal, surprising, and impossible to explain.
January 23
Hear-Say Improv Comedy Troop
Live improv · Fast funny and Unscripted
This high-energy improv performance brings quick wit and audience-inspired comedy to the Opera House. No scripts, no rehearsals—just spontaneous scenes, unexpected twists, and plenty of laughs in an intimate setting.
January 30
Adam Robert
Adam Robert offers a relaxed acoustic performance centered on familiar songs and crowd favorites. With just a guitar and an easygoing style, his set creates the perfect atmosphere for a laid-back winter night.
One Guitar · familiar Songs
February 06
Olivia Van Goor Trio
Jazz Trio
Matthew Ball
February 13
Boogie Woogie Piano
Returning to our series is Matthew Ball, known as the Boogie Woogie Kid. Ball delivers an energetic piano performance rooted in classic boogie-woogie and blues traditions. His high-energy style and infectious rhythm make for a lively and unforgettable night at the Opera House.
Maria & Benny
February 20
Acoustic Music · Steel Drums
Performing toghter as a duo, Maria and Benny blend acoustic music with the warm, rhythmic sounds of steel drums. Their performance brings a relaxed, uplifting energy—offering a welcome escape and a hint of sunshine in the heart of winter.
