The 501 and The Silver Circle are membership societies of the Mercyhurst Institute for Arts & Culture (MIAC), bringing together patrons who are passionate about supporting MIAC’s mission to strengthen the vibrancy of the Erie region through richly varied, inclusive cultural experiences.
In recognition of their support, members receive a range of exclusive benefits designed to enhance their experience, including priority ticket access, premium seating, invitations to private receptions, valet parking, and tickets to our signature event, The Summer Soirée, on Saturday, Aug. 9.
Each 501 membership, priced at $501, is for two people and entitles the bearers to:
Each Silver Circle membership, priced at $1,025, is for two people and entitles the bearers to:
Current members who wish to retain or upgrade their seats must renew by Friday, June 20. New memberships will be processed in the order they are received.
From her beginnings in Brainerd, Minnesota, to becoming one of America’s most powerful vocalists, Linda Eder has captivated audiences across genres. After winning an unprecedented 12-week streak on “Star Search” in 1987, Eder launched a successful recording career with her self-titled debut album in 1991. She solidified her Broadway legacy as Lucy in “Jekyll & Hyde,” earning a Drama Desk nomination and wowing audiences with her signature numbers, “Someone Like You” and “A New Life."
With 18 solo albums to her name, Eder continues to shine as a premier interpreter of pop, standards, and theatrical music. She’s been featured in multiple PBS concert specials and has headlined iconic venues, including Carnegie Hall, The Kennedy Center, and Radio City Music Hall.
Known for her soaring vocals and emotional depth, Eder remains a force on the concert stage, delivering unforgettable performances wherever she goes.