(Joplin, MO) – Connect2Culture (C2C) is excited to announce the beginning of their 2026–2027 performance season! To start out, they’re hosting Michael Cavanaugh as he pays tribute to legends like Billy Joel, Elton John, and more on the Leggett & Platt Green at the Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex (212 West 7th Street, Joplin, MO 64801) on Saturday, September 19.
JOMO Jammin’ Music Festival
Saturday, September 19 | 7:00 pm | Tickets: $60 (plus fees) | Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex
Handpicked by Billy Joel, Michael Cavanaugh has earned an international following for his electrifying performances, powerhouse vocals, and extraordinary piano playing. Best known for starring in the hit Broadway musical Movin’ Out, Cavanaugh delivered more than 1,000 performances in the lead role and received both Grammy and Tony Award nominations for his work.
Music has been central to Cavanaugh’s life since childhood. He began playing piano at age seven, formed his first band at 10, and spent years honing his craft in clubs and piano bars before landing a career-changing engagement at the New York-New York Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. It was there that Billy Joel discovered him during a live performance in 2001, ultimately inviting him to collaborate on what became the Broadway sensation Movin’ Out.
In The Music of Billy Joel, Elton John, & More, Cavanaugh brings two of pop-rock’s most iconic catalogs to life with electrifying energy and world-class musicianship. Audiences can expect beloved hits spanning decades, from soaring ballads to arena-rock anthems, all delivered with the charisma and showmanship that have made him a favorite with symphony orchestras and performing arts audiences nationwide.
In addition to his live performances, Cavanaugh has released several acclaimed recordings, including his original album The Way I Hear It and the holiday collection Christmas. He continues to tour extensively with both his band and symphony productions, delivering unforgettable concerts that celebrate the timeless music and enduring legacy of rock-and-roll’s greatest piano legends.
Learn more about this performance and purchase your tickets here.
This performance is part of the Curtains Up Series, which is made possible by Freeman Health System.
About Connect2Culture:
Connect2Culture (C2C) is a not-for-profit arts organization founded in 2009 to enhance community through culture. Unlike any organization in the Joplin area, C2C is a respected community arts agency, a champion of the Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex, and a performing arts presenter. C2C strives to expand audience and resources needed to “ignite a passion for the arts, culture, and entertainment” in the Joplin area.
Reference:
Emily Frankoski, Executive Director
Connect2Culture
417.501.5550
emily@connect2culture.org
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