Tinnin Fine Arts Center
The Tinnin Fine Arts Center houses a concert-quality, 500-seat theater, an art gallery, studio spaces, classrooms, and faculty offices. Find a show and discover the arts on campus at Three Rivers College.
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.
TICKET INFORMATION
Tickets are now available for purchase:
- During normal business hours at TRC Student Accounts located on the first floor of the Westover Administration building
- At the Tinnin Art Gallery from 12-3 p.m. Monday-Friday.
- Online at tinnin.ticketleap.com (online fee may be charged)
- At the door as available
All seats are reserved. For show information, visit trcc.edu/events.
Annie
Dates: 7 p.m. September 5, 6, 12, and 13;
2 p.m. September 6, 7, 13, and 14
Venue: Tinnin Theater
Tickets: $10
Three Rivers Patrons of the Arts and Center Stage present Annie. Share the magic of Annie as she searches for family, finds friendship, and sings her way into your heart with classics like “Tomorrow.”
Spirit of Scotland
Date: 7 p.m. October 23
Venue: Tinnin Theater
Tickets: $15
Experience the true spirit of Scotland with soaring songs, live music, and champion Highland dancers in a vibrant celebration of tradition and talent.
The Improvised Broadway Musical
Date: 7 p.m. November 6
Venue: Tinnin Theater
Tickets: $15
Be part of the fun as your idea becomes a full Broadway-style musical—completely improvised for one night only and never repeated.
Who Brought the Humbug
Date: 7 p.m. December 5
Venue: Tinnin Theater
Tickets: $15
Rhythm Street Movement brings a festive feast of music, Broadway magic, tap brilliance, and audience fun in this high-energy holiday spectacular.
Three Rivers College Community Choir — Christmas at the Tinnin
Dates: 7 p.m. December 13;
2 p.m. December 14
Venue: Tinnin Theater
Tickets: $10
Celebrate the season with the Community Choir as they fill the Tinnin Fine Arts Center with joyful harmonies and beloved Christmas classics. Directed by Pam Howard Becker and accompanied by Kirk Mondy.
Feelin’ Groovy
Date: 7 p.m. January 20
Venue: Tinnin Theater
Tickets: $15
Join Jim Witter for a nostalgic trip through the ’60s as he brings the timeless music of Simon & Garfunkel to life, from “Mrs. Robinson” to “The Boxer.”
The Missouri Big Band
Date: 7 p.m. February 6
Venue: Tinnin Theater
Tickets: $15
Let the MOBB sweep you off your feet with the golden sound of big band jazz, from Duke Ellington and Glenn Miller to toe-tapping swing favorites.
Valentine’s Dinner
Date: 6 p.m. February 14
Venue: Westwood Event Center
Tickets: $60
An evening of dinner, music, and dancing featuring a special meal catered by Tasteful Creations and after-dinner dancing.
Les Ballets Africains
Date: 7 p.m. February 17
Venue: Tinnin Theater
Tickets: $15
Join the National Dance Company of Guinea for an unforgettable evening of traditional dance, drumming, and storytelling that celebrates African culture.
Little Shop of Horrors
Dates: 7 p.m. March 6, 7, 13, and 14;
2 p.m. March 7, 8, 14, and 15.
Venue: Tinnin Theater
Tickets: $10
Three Rivers Patrons of the Arts and Center Stage present Little Shop of Horrors. Join the fun in this cult-favorite horror comedy musical, where a hapless florist raises a bloodthirsty plant in a show packed with rock, doo-wop, and Motwon hits.
For PG-13 audiences.
Orlando Transit Authority
Date: 7 p.m. April 16
Venue: Tinnin Theater
Tickets: $15
Let Orlando Transit Authority take you back with the unforgettable horn-driven sound of Chicago, recreated with stunning accuracy and energy.
Tomáš Kubínek – Certified Lunatic and Master of the Impossible
Date: 7 p.m. May 4
Venue: Tinnin Theater
Tickets: $15
Experience the irresistible charm of Tomáš Kubínek—part vaudevillian, part daredevil, and entirely unforgettable in this joy-filled evening.
Three Rivers College Community Choir
Date: 7 p.m. May 18
Venue: Tinnin Theater
Tickets: $10
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.
Three Rivers Music Department Performances
Each year the TRC Music Department offers a season full of great music performed by Three Rivers music students and community members. The Music Department also hosts several annual workshops for area junior high and high school band and choir students that include concert performances. Admission is free.
Fall Showcase
Date: 7 p.m. October 28
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.
Fall Concert
Date: 7 p.m. November 18
Venue: Tinnin Theater
Tickets: Free Admission
TRC collegiate and community musicians take the stage to bring you timeless musical classics.
Annual Jazz Festival, Evening 1
Date: 7 p.m. February 5
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.
Annual Jazz Festival, Evening 2
Date: 7 p.m. February 7
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.
Spring Showcase
Date: 7 p.m. April 14
Venue: Tinnin Theater
Tickets: Free Admission
TRC Music Department vocal and instrumental students perform an eclectic program of classical repertoire and musical theater standards.
Spring Concert
Date: 7 p.m. April 28
Venue: Tinnin Theater
Tickets: Free Admission
The Three Rivers College Symphonic Band and Jazz Band, and Collegiate Choir perform a variety of musical gems.
Tinnin Center Art Gallery Exhibitions
The Tinnin Center Art Gallery displays exhibits of national and regional artists. Gallery hours are noon – 3 p.m., Monday – Friday. Admission is free.
Mary Taylor and Jim Pinkerton Exhibit
Date: August 25 – September 26
Venue: Tinnin Gallery
Tickets: Free Admission
Enjoy artwork by Poplar Bluff Artists Guild legends, Mary Taylor and Jim Pinkerton.
An artists’ reception will be held from 2-4 p.m. on Saturday, September 6, in the Tinnin Gallery.
David Fielding Exhibit
Date: October 3 – 31
Venue: Tinnin Gallery
Tickets: Free Admission
Join us in welcoming back former Three Rivers College art professor David Fielding for a special exhibition showcasing his paintings.
An artist’s reception will be held from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, October 5, in the Tinnin Gallery.
Mattilyn Grace Stacy Exhibit
Date: November 3 – November 26
Venue: Tinnin Gallery
Tickets: Free Admission
Join us for an exhibit by watercolorist and rising star Mattilyn Grace Stacy, showcasing her vibrant artistry and fresh perspective.
Student Art Exhibit
Date: December 1 – 12
Venue: Tinnin Gallery
Tickets: Free Admission
Explore a collection of creative works by Three Rivers College students, showcasing their talent and artistic vision.
Dave Carter Exhibit
Date: January 12 – February 13
Venue: Tinnin Gallery
Tickets: Free Admission
Discover the beauty of nature in an exhibit of oil paintings by Dave Carter, highlighting his rich depictions of the natural world.
Alumni Art Exhibit
Date: February 21 – March 27
Venue: Tinnin Gallery
Tickets: Free Admission
Celebrate the creativity of Three Rivers College alumni in this special exhibit, with a reception on February 21 during the Alumni Reunion.
Tim Edington Exhibit
Date: April 2 – May 1
Venue: Tinnin Gallery
Tickets: Free Admission
Enjoy an exhibit of vibrant nature photography by Tim Edington, capturing the beauty and detail of the natural world.
Student Art Exhibit
Date: May 4-8
Venue: Tinnin Gallery
Tickets: Free Admission
Explore a collection of creative works by Three Rivers College students, showcasing their talent and artistic vision.
Center Stage Performances
Part of the Patrons of the Arts, Center Stage is a blended theater company of students, College employees, and community members. This talented group continues to wow audiences with its home-grown talent. This season’s performances include Annie and Little Shop of Horrors. Tickets are $10.
Become a Patron of the Arts
Performances are made possible by the Three Rivers College Patrons of the Arts Society. The Patrons of the Arts Society is a non-profit organization that raises funds to bring national and international touring productions to Southeast Missouri at an affordable price. For information on joining the Patrons of the Arts or sponsoring a show, call 573-840-9527.
