Connect2Culture

09/03/2026

“Laughing for All the Wrong Reasons” with The Second City

📆 Sat, Sep. 26th
⏰ 7pm
📍 Cornell Complex, Beshore Performance Hall

The Second City returns to Joplin with a hilarious new r***e! Equal parts nostalgic and cutting-edge, “Laughing For All The Wrong Reasons” delivers an evening of bold, brilliantly observed comedy that proves why The Second City has remained the first name in laughter for nearly 70 years. May contain adult or mature content. For mature audiences only.

🎫 Get tickets at connect2culture.org, by calling (417) 621-9824, or visiting our box office inside the Cornell Complex (Tue-Sat, 1-5pm).

09/02/2026

“The Music of Billy Joel, Elton John, & More” Starring Michael Cavanaugh

📆 Sat, Sep. 19th
⏰ 7pm
📍 Cornell Complex, Leggett & Platt Green

Handpicked by Billy Joel, Michael Cavanaugh has earned an international following for his electrifying performances, powerhouse vocals, and extraordinary piano playing. Now, see him perform the legendary hits of Billy Joel and Elton John to life in a thrilling outdoor concert by Connect2Culture!

🎫 Get tickets at connect2culture.org, by calling (417) 621-9824, or visiting our box office inside the Cornell Complex (Tue-Sat, 1-5pm).

09/02/2026

George Washington Carver National Monument’s annual Prairie Day event returns this month! Don’t miss this celebration of George Washington Carver's childhood environment and the music, activities, demonstrations, and exhibits it includes.

Save the date for Prairie Day!

Step back in time on Saturday, September 12, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at George Washington Carver National Monument for a day full of discovery, music, and hands-on experiences.

Explore historic trades and traditional crafts, tap your toes at the music tent, connect with community partners, and earn a special Prairie Day Junior Ranger badge!

Best of all? This celebration is free and open to everyone. Bring your curiosity, invite your friends, and make memories on the prairie. We’ll see you there!



Image credit: NPS|GWCA

09/01/2026

September, here we come! Connect2Culture has an amazing lineup of performances happening this month and you don’t want to miss out.

🎭 "Much Ado About Nothing" with MSSU Department of Performing Arts | Wed, Sep. 16
🎹 “The Music of Billy Joel, Elton John, & More” Starring Michael Cavanaugh | Sat, Sep. 19
😆 “Laughing for All the Wrong Reasons” with The Second City | Sat, Sep. 26

Get your tickets at connect2culture.org or by calling (417) 621-9824. You can also buy tickets at our box office inside the Cornell Complex (Tue-Sat, 1-5pm).

09/01/2026

This week! Performances, events, exhibits, and classes from Cragin Art Gallery, Joplin Empire Market, Spiva Center for the Arts, Local Color Art Gallery & Studio,First Thursday ArtWalk Joplin MO, and more.

08/31/2026

Did you know that our community has the largest open-air 3D street painting gallery in the world? Watch this video to learn more and be sure to see the 25+ murals across three different locations!

08/31/2026

September is almost here and so is the start of Connect2Culture’s performance season! Next month includes:

🎭 "Much Ado About Nothing" with the MSSU Department of Performing Arts
🎹 “The Music of Billy Joel, Elton John, & More” Starring Michael Cavanaugh
😆 “Laughing for All the Wrong Reasons” with The Second City

Watch this clip from KOAM News Now and learn about all these performances!

Need tickets? Visit connect2culture.org, call (417) 621-9824, or stop by our box office inside the Cornell Complex (Tue-Sat, 1-5pm).

JOPLIN (KOAM) -- Emily Frankoski was back in the studio this week to talk about Connect2Culture's September lineup.

08/20/2026

📢: Limited C2C Box Office Hours

Heads up! Connect2Culture will be headed to Third Thursday tonight so, our Box Office will be closed from 3:30pm to 5:00pm. Regular hours will resume on Friday, August 21st.

In the meantime, you can still purchase tickets online at connect2culture.org or call (417) 621-9824 to leave a message, and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

Thank you for your understanding!