The Essence of the Artist season brings over 30 unforgettable events to Ironwood, MI
The Emberlight Festival’s annual celebration of world-class art kicks off on July 1 and runs through August 26. Centered around the theme, “Essence of the Artist,” more than 150 local, regional and international artists will spark imaginations and ignite learning through a dazzling array of music, film, theater, and visual art in the beautiful natural surroundings and historic halls of Ironwood, Michigan.
The season features Main Stage guest headliner, powerhouse soprano Ann Toomey, back by popular demand. Additional highlights include concerts with stars of classical music and Broadway stages; an International Film Festival with more than 800 submissions from 70 countries; free Behind the Curtain talkbacks with visiting artists; and five weekends of dynamic Performance Infusions by artists from across the region. Also featured are 17 Art in the Park installations, two commissioned visual artworks, and Buyer and Cellar, Emberlight’s first theatrical production. It’s an exciting season with something for everyone!
2023 ticket passes go on sale February 15, and individual ticket sales begin March 15. To sponsor an event or make a donation, please contact donate@emberlight.org.
We look forward to welcoming you to Emberlight this summer!
Performance Infusions
Emberlight’s Performance Infusion series provides audiences an understanding of what makes…
Event Calendar
All Events
ART IN THE PARK
Emberlight's large-installation outdoor art show
Saturday, July 1, 2023, 12:00PM
Free
ART IN THE PARK GRAND OPENING
Join the artists and celebrate Art in the Park '23
Saturday, July 1, 2023, 12:00PM
PORTRAITS OF A PLACE: IRONWOOD
An original creation for Emberlight
Friday, July 7, 2023, 4:00PM
Free
EMBERLIGHT PHOTOGRAPHERS
Discover the uncommon vistas of the U.P.
Friday, July 7, 2023, 4:00PM
Free
HERITAGE FLAGS
A striking representation of the people of Emberlight
Friday, July 7, 2023, 4:00PM
Free
DEPOT ART SHOWS GRAND OPENING
Be the first to experience Emberlight's art shows
Friday, July 7, 2023, 4:00PM
Free
BUYER & CELLAR
Miles Mykkanen stars in the first play of his career
Friday, July 14, 2023, 7:30PM
from $20
BUYER & CELLAR
Miles Mykkanen stars in the first play of his career
Thursday, July 20, 2023, 7:30PM
from $20
BUYER & CELLAR
Miles Mykkanen stars in the first play of his career
Friday, July 21, 2023, 7:30PM
from $20
BUYER & CELLAR
Miles Mykkanen stars in the first play of his career
Saturday, July 22, 2023, 7:30PM
from $20
BECOMING TINKER
An extraordinary healer, artist and elder of the Ojibwe tribe
Sunday, July 23, 2023, 2:00PM
CHARACTERS
Mykkanen & Rothenberg bring you an unforgettable night of music
Thursday, August 3, 2023, 7:30PM
($25 – $45)
RANGE ART STUDIO TOUR
Discover artists in their studios along Lake Superior
Saturday, August 5, 2023, 10:00AM
CHARACTERS
Mykkanen & Rothenberg bring you an unforgettable night of music
Saturday, August 5, 2023, 7:30PM
($25 – $45)
RANGE ART STUDIO TOUR
Discover artists in their studios along Lake Superior
Sunday, August 6, 2023, 10:00AM
RANGE ART ASSOCIATION ANNUAL SHOW
Celebrating artists across the region for 58 years
Friday, August 18, 2023, 10:00AM
Free
ANN TOOMEY IN RECITAL
The world-class soprano returns to Emberlight
Saturday, August 19, 2023, 7:30PM
($20 – $30)
ART IN THE PARK
Emberlight's large-installation outdoor art show
Saturday, August 26, 2023, 9:00AM
Free
PORTRAITS OF A PLACE: IRONWOOD
An original creation for Emberlight
Saturday, August 26, 2023, 11:00AM
Free
EMBERLIGHT PHOTOGRAPHERS
Discover the uncommon vistas of the U.P.
Saturday, August 26, 2023, 11:00AM
Free
HERITAGE FLAGS
A striking representation of the people of Emberlight
Saturday, August 26, 2023, 11:00AM
Free
RANGE ART ASSOCIATION ANNUAL SHOW
Celebrating artists across the region for 58 years
Saturday, August 26, 2023, 12:00PM
Free
