​Metamora Performing Arts
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Special Shows
New Album!
March 29 2025
Brains Behind Pa
Doors at 6, Show at 6:30
The Brains Behind Pa was formed in 2001 when the paths of bluesman, Gordon Bonham and songwriter, Bill Price crossed. Formed as a side project, The Brains Behind Pa quickly became a trio with the addition of Garry Bole. The material was originally Dylan-based, covering his songs plus those whom he covered. The band expanded with the addition of Jeff Chapin on drums and Jeff Stone on bass. The Brains Behind Pa have evolved their repertoire. Most of the material they perform is original (usually written by Price) with the exeption of old, tradtional folk and blues, plus the occassional Dylan cover. Their original spirit is still intact: a preference for honest songs rooted in traditional styles, always true, never slick.
Don Julin in concert
Sunday, April 27, 2025
6 PM
Don is staying on for a day after the Mandolin Gathering.
Doors at 6, show begins at 6:30
$15 at the door day of show
Indiana songbird Bobbie Lancaster will open for Don.
End Times Social Club
Sat May 31 2024
6 PM
Tad Armstrong, Roger Banister, Stasia Demos-Mills, and Dean Metcalf bring their unique sound to the Opry Barn
June 7 2025
Hee Haw Tribute
Show begins at 6:30
Mystery Train Band
Sat, June 28, 2025
​Classic country in the tradition of Merle, Waylon and Willie.
Doors at 6 pm, show at 6:30​
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Hoosier Voices; Songwriter Round
Sat, July 26, 2025
​Six Indiana songwriters share their songs and stories in the round at the MPA Opry Barn. Enjoy a variety of genres in one evening show.
Maria, Etc., Ross Gerard, Kriss Luckett, Steve VandeWater, Allie Jean Burbrink, and Kevin Stonerock
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Caleb Christopher Edwards &
Zach White
Friday, Aug 22, 2025
Zach White and Caleb Christopher Edwards have been long friends and frequent collaborators. Between the two of them, you might have seen them onstage at the Grand Ole Opry, Carnegie Hall, Telluride Bluegrass Festival, or the Ryman (just to name a few). Their new album, "Cheers To All The Lonely People" is a warm hug and hearty laugh we all need in our lives; a collection of original songs that evoke a sense of Bluegrass-Nouveau. Familiar forms and instrumental sounds are subtly articulated with unique techniques that evoke both a creative take on the bluegrass playbook and an easy-to-repeat relaxing experience. Buckle up for a rip roaring night of bluegrass, story telling, and two friends being goofballs.
Not Your Grandma's Dulcimer Ted Yoder & Butch Ross
Saturday, Sept 13 2025
Oxford Folk Jazz Saturday, Sept 27 2025
Night Owl Country Band Sat Nov 1 2025
