Prepare for a night of music and laughter with Melissa Tormene!

Music in the Courtyard fans may recognize Melissa from 2023's Facets of Love. Raised in Cedar Rapids and now serenading the globe one cruise at a time, Melissa Tormene is a powerhouse of talent, presence, and heart. 

Event Dates: August 7 & 8

Event Time: 7:30 PM | Gates open at 7:00 PM.

Event Location: Servants' Duplex Lawn

Admission:

• Adults: $25
• Students: $15
• Brucemore supporters receive a $5 discount per ticket. To use your discount, please sign in using the link in the upper right corner of the purchase page or call (319) 362-7375.
• A $4.00 processing fee is applied to all online and phone orders.

2026 Food and Drink Updates:

• As an addition to our patron amenities, Brucemore is now offering concession sales at our summer events!
• A selection of canned hard and soft drinks, bottles of wine, and light snacks will be available for purchase at this event. Please contact us if you have questions about the menu.
• Beverage buckets, bottles of wine, and snack packs may be pre-ordered. Please use this form to place your order.
• Due to liquor license requirements, please do not bring your own alcohol to this event. You are welcome to bring your own soft drinks and snacks.

What to expect from this event:

• Canned hard and soft beverages, bottles of wine, and light snacks will be available for purchase. Please do not bring outside food and beverages to this event.
• The only gate that will open to vehicles for on-site parking is at 2160 Linden Drive SE. The gate will be open at 7:00 PM.
• Pets are not allowed, with the exception of service animals.
• This event takes place outdoors, mostly on grass. Please plan to bring your own lawn chairs or blankets.

What to do when you arrive:

• Follow signage to open parking spaces near the Carriage House or on the grounds of Brucemore. Accessible parking will be available.
• Follow instructions from Brucemore staff to parking spaces.
• Check in with staff at the event entrance by providing the name on your order.

Photography and Video Notice: 

At this event, photography and videos may be recorded. By attending this event, you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos, which may be used for educational, archival, or promotional purposes. If you have concerns about your likeness appearing in these photos and videos, please talk to a staff member when you check in for the event.

Ticket Policies: All ticket sales are non-refundable. Please read our ticket policy here. Online and phone orders are subject to a $4.00 processing fee per order.