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Mississippi John Hurt Fundraiser
Arcada Theater: Rory Block, Dom Flemons, Downtown Charlie Brown and Donna Herula
A Benefit for the Mississippi John Hurt Foundation with performances by Rory Block, Dom Flemons, Andy Cohen, Donna Herula and Downtown Charlie Brown. Celebrate the legacy of a blues icon at a special event dedicated to preserving American musical history! The Arcada Theatre in St. Charles, Illinois, will host an unforgettable Benefit for the Mississippi John Hurt Foundation.
This extraordinary evening features an incredible lineup of world-class blues and folk musicians coming together for a great cause. Experience live acoustic performances from seven-time Blues Music Award winner Rory Block, Grammy Award winner Dom Flemons, fingerstyle virtuoso Andy Cohen, and the powerhouse duo of Donna Herula and Downtown Charlie Brown.
Following the live performances, the evening will feature a special big-screen presentation of the acclaimed documentary, A Man Called Hurt: The Life and Music of Mississippi John Hurt. All proceeds from the event directly support the Mississippi John Hurt Foundation and its mission to preserve the musical heritage and history of Mississippi John Hurt.
Mississippi John Hurt Fundraiser
Date: Thursday, TBA – Tentatively in May, 2026
Time: 7 :00 pm – 10:00 pm
Location:
Upstairs Speakeasy
105 E. Main Street
Des Plaines, IL 60016
Fundraiser Tickets: $60
More information to come!
