ARTS & CULTURE
We are proud to partner with Lucas County Arts Council to bring a variety of art and culture events to our community. Scroll below to learn more about upcoming events!
Vredenburg Performing Arts Series
Presented By Lucas County Arts Council
Season tickets to the 2026-2027 Vredenburg Performing Arts Series can be purchased at Chariton Area Chamber/Main Street or Piper's for just $75. Only season tickets will be presold!
All performances will take place at Johnson Auditorium, 915 Osage Avenue, and will begin at 7:00 p.m. The Box Office opens at 6:30 p.m. for those needing tickets to individual performances. Cash or Check will only be accepted at the door.
Lucas County Arts Council
Photo Credit: Frank Myers
Lucas County Art Council's goal is to promote all art forms, the artists, and art organizations by encouraging, developing, and preserving diversified art forms in Lucas County. The Council hosts a variety of events to expose locals and visitors to numerous art mediums, including gallery nights, art classes, and more.
Songbirds of the Seventies
September 24, 2026
Celebrate the unforgettable voices that defined a decade? Songbird of the Seventies shines a spotlight on the trailblazing women who ruled the airwaves of the 70's, blending rock and pop with powerful messages and melodies. Featuring the hits of Linda Ronstadt, Olive Newton-John, Stevie Nicks, Carly Simon, Carol King, Karen Carpenter and more. This show is a heartfelt tribute to the women whose songs became a soundtrack of a generation!
Richie Lee & the Fabulous 50's
November 19, 2026
Richie Lee and the Fabulous 50's will take you back to the roots of Rock "n" Roll history wrapped up into a high energy show! Just to name a few, you will hear the music by Buddy Holly, Richie Valens, Elvis Presley, Ricky Nelson, Roby Orbison, the Beetles and many more!
Pianomania! A Rocking Holiday Revue
December 10, 2026
Famous for his acclaimed run as Jerry Lee Lewis in Million Dollar Quartet and its sequel Million Dollar Quartet Christmas, virtuoso Jared Freiburg brings his electrifying piano mastery to the stage. This seasonal spectacular blends the absolute best of the early Rock & Roll era with beloved seasonal classics.
Rhonda Vincent and The Rage
January 28, 2027
Rhonda Vincent is a firecracker of talent that powers one of the hottest bands in any genre of music today. Rhonda Vincent and The Rage are the most decorated band in bluegrass, with over 100 awards to their credit. Among their honors are a Grammy for Best Bluegrass Album; Song of the Year, Entertainer of the Year, and an unrivaled seven consecutive Female Vocalist of the Year awards from the International Bluegrass Music Association.
CeCe Teaneal's Divas of Soul
February 4, 2027
Divas of Soul is a one of a kind concert event! This spectacular celebration of fifty years of chart-topping music from artists like Aretha Franklin, Gladys Knight, Chaka Khan, Tina Turner, Whitney Houston and more! CECE TEANEAL'S DIVAS OF SOUL has wowed audiences worldwide!
Community Band
Concerts are held at 7:00pm every Thursday evening in June at the Larry J. Clark Memorial Gazebo on the square. The band has a special performance as part of the Chariton 4th of July Celebration.
High School students and adults are welcome and encouraged to join the band. Please contact Adam Bahr at (641) 774-2585 for information.
Vision II Movie Theatre
Vision II Theatre is Chariton's premiere movie destination and shows first run movies. Visitors will enjoy the comfortable leather seats, low ticket prices, and large snack variety.
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Interested in seeing a movie? Vision II updates their website weekly with the latest shows. Get more information at visioniitheatre.com or check out their Facebook page.
