About The Pearl
Owner-Operated. Deliberately Personal.
A historic independent venue run by the people who care for the building and work the shows.
Why The Pearl Exists
To keep a historic room alive with new experiences.
The Pearl on Main is an independent live-event venue in Old Town Midvale. It gives artists, producers, organizations, families, and audiences a place to gather around music, performance, film, ideas, and celebration.
The building’s history matters, but its future depends on use. Every load-in, opening night, encore, screening, reception, and community gathering adds another layer to a story that began more than a century ago.
Ownership & Leadership
The people behind the room.
The Pearl is intentionally owner-operated. John and Peyton remain hands-on in the building, and Taylor leads the technical work that turns plans into show nights. Guests and event partners should always feel that a real person is paying attention.
John Simianer
Co-Founder · Co-Owner · Booking & Building Stewardship
Leads booking, artist and promoter relationships, calendar decisions, and the day-to-day care of the historic building.
Peyton Wunderli
Co-Founder · Co-Owner · Strategy & Venue Operations
Guides the venue’s business direction, financial decisions, partnerships, guest experience, and long-term growth.
Taylor Dunn
Co-Owner · Technical Director · Production
Advances audio, lighting, projection, stage, crew, schedule, and visiting-production requirements from load-in through final cue.
What Happens Here
A flexible room with a point of view.
Public Events
Live music, comedy, theatre, screenings, dance, talks, and other ticketed programs.
Community Programs
Local productions, creative collaborations, civic gatherings, and opportunities to share a room.
Private Gatherings
Celebrations, company events, receptions, launches, and occasions with a setting guests remember.
How We Work
Small team. Real attention.
The systems behind The Pearl will continue becoming faster and more reliable, but the guest and partner experience stays human. Event fit, production decisions, safety, hospitality, and the feel of the room remain in the hands of people who know the venue.
From the first conversation to the final cue, The Pearl is built to feel local, flexible, welcoming, and personal.
See The Room in Action