Benton Harbor Arts Association Presents Open Stage - With special host MORGAN INGLE

Morgan is a long-time local musician and high school art teacher, with a passion for creativity in all its forms.
Over the years, she has brought her talent and energy to many stages with several local bands, including The Back-Ups, Mo & Co and Slim Gypsy Baggage.
When she’s not trying to inspire students in the classroom or performing, you can find her building community through music, such as hosting Open Stage, where all voices and talents are welcome.

4:30P.M. Sign-up.
5:00P.M. Performances start on-time
8:00P.M. Open Stage typically ends

Benton Harbor Arts Association Open Stage is an evening for our local talent to shine! We welcome all singers, instrumentalist, dancers, ensembles, comedians, magicians and more!
This event is meant to showcase those seeking to build their performance skills and stage presence. It’s also a great way to NETWORK with other artists.
We ask the performers to please present original material.

The BHAA will provide a professional sound technician and sound system. All musicians, including Open Stage hosts, must bring their own instruments.
LIVE PERFORMANCES ARE ENCOURAGED. Artists may use pre-recorded tracks, but they must meet the following guidelines;

Tracks must be SUBMITTED BY EMAIL at least THREE HOURS BEFORE the event for review and approval. The sooner the better.
Email address - openstage@thebhaa.org
Tracks MUST NOT include lead vocals or any instrument that will be played live during the performance. However, backing elements such as ambient layers, harmonies (that don’t replace a live singer) or electronic textures are allowed.
Final decision as track usage will be at the sound team’s discretion, to ensure the integrity of live performances.

THE BHAA will usually have photographer present who will be posting pictures and video to the BHAA social media pages. We encourage you to follow, tag, like and share the photos to help promote Open Stage and your own artistry. We also encourage you to invite others so we can continue growing our community, to keep events like this going strong.

Thank you for contributing to the creative environment in the Benton Harbor Arts District.

Sincerely,

The Benton Harbor Arts Association, Open Stage Committee.

Admission: Free!