June 5/MARION – 7:30 p.m. at the Palace Theatre. Uprising brings an electrifying live experience that will move your spirit and lift your heart. With powerful vocals, dynamic musicianship, and undeniable stage presence, this talented youth band delivers a performance you won’t forget. Get ready for a high-energy night of music that will leave you fired up and inspired! Uprising, Marion’s rising youth band, brings raw talent, electric performances, and crowd-moving sound to the Palace stage. This is more than just a concert—it’s an unforgettable live experience where passion, power, and youth collide. Whether you’re here to support local talent or just love a great show, you’ll walk away energized. Don’t miss your chance to see the next generation of performers in action!. Regular adult tickets are $24.72 online at  https://ci.ovationtix.com/37024/production/1265842

Josh Groban and Jennifer Hudson

June 24/COLUMBUS –  8 p.m. at the Schottenstein Center. With over 20 million records sold in the US, Josh Groban is arguably the most popular singer-songwriter in the country after hits from his five albums, including ‘Closer’ and ‘Awake’. He’s also one of the few classical singers to have successfully managed to transition to Broadway, having starred in the 2016 epic Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 and 2023’s Sweeney Todd.

Joining Groban is Jennifer Hudson! Hudson is a powerhouse vocalist and rare EGOT winner who first rose to fame as a finalist on American Idol before winning an Oscar for her breakout film role in Dreamgirls. Her biggest musical hits include the show-stopping ballad “And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going” and the chart-topping R&B single “Spotlight.” Tickets are available at Columbus Theatre.

Marty Stuart and his Fabulous Superlatives

July 18/MARION – 7:30 p.m. at the Palace Theater.

A living legend of country music, Marty Stuart has spent more than 50 years shaping the sound of the genre—from his early days performing alongside Johnny Cash and Lester Flatt to a celebrated solo career filled with hit records, GRAMMY® Awards, and unforgettable live performances.

​Joined by his acclaimed band, The Fabulous Superlatives, Stuart delivers an electrifying concert experience blending country, bluegrass, rockabilly, gospel, and Americana with masterful musicianship and timeless storytelling. Revered for both honoring tradition and pushing the boundaries of roots music, Marty Stuart remains one of the most distinctive voices in American music today. Tickets start at $35. https://www.marionpalace.org/marty-stuart