Upcoming Events
5:30 p.m.
A violist performingCamerata is a string faculty-led conductorless ensemble, comprised of selected students. This event is free and open to the public.
7:30 p.m.
Student RecitalJosh Garwood is a clarinet student of Elisha Willinger. Program to be announced. This event is free and open to the public.
7:30 p.m.
Student RecitalQiaohui Wu is a voice student of Mei Zhong. Program to be announced. This event is free and open to the public.
12 a.m.
Voctave, a group of singers wearing black and green pose for a group photo in front of a white background7:30 p.m. | Emens Auditorium
7:30 p.m.
Christmas radio drama being performed onstage in Sursa HallIndiana Public Radio Theatre proudly presents an authentic radio drama on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023, live on-air and before an audience in Sursa Performance Hall on the Ball State campus. ALL OUT FOR CHRISTMAS (w.t.) is a new production written by David Taylor Little, assistant teaching professor of theatre directing at Ball State.
11 a.m.
Event PostponedThis recital has been rescheduled to December 17 at 9 a.m.
9 a.m.
Student RecitalThis recital features the piano students of Galit Gertsenzon. Program to be announced. This event is free and open to the public.
6:30 p.m.
night sky with snowy landscape and a person looking up at itThe sky on cold winter nights has some of the brightest stars and the best-known constellations. Some of these stars are truly supergiants hundreds of times bigger than our Sun, while others are dwarfs the size of Earth. Along the winter Milky Way there are colorful clouds where new stars are being born. Come and enjoy a guided tour of this celestial wonderland, learn about the upcoming total solar eclipse, and use star charts to explore the night sky.
12 p.m.
Black and white photo of Patricia Tretick with two violins and two dogs.The Patricia Tretick Young Artist Competition provides an opportunity for talented young musicians to compete for cash prizes and a performance opportunity. This event is free to attend and open to the public.
3:30 p.m.
One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure"One World, One Sky" is a brilliant program that follows Sesame Street's Big Bird and Elmo as they explore the night sky with Hu Hu Zhu, a new friend from China. Together, they take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, where they discover how different it is from Earth. They will also find shapes in the sky that will help them find the North Star. This cross-cultural adventure opens children's eyes to the sky, helping them see how people all over the world are connected.
5 p.m.
Narrated by David Tennant, we explore what exactly do astronomers do in this new program. Today’s astronomer is not the lone observer of past centuries. This program reveals the global collaboration, technology, and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe and features info on NASA's James Webb Space Telescope.
6:30 p.m.
night sky with snowy landscape and a person looking up at itThe sky on cold winter nights has some of the brightest stars and the best-known constellations. Some of these stars are truly supergiants hundreds of times bigger than our Sun, while others are dwarfs the size of Earth. Along the winter Milky Way there are colorful clouds where new stars are being born. Come and enjoy a guided tour of this celestial wonderland, learn about the upcoming total solar eclipse, and use star charts to explore the night sky.
11 a.m.
Black and white photo of Patricia Tretick with two violins and two dogs.The Patricia Tretick Young Artist Competition provides an opportunity for talented young musicians to compete for cash prizes and a performance opportunity. This event is free to attend and open to the public.
7:30 p.m.
Student RecitalAlexis Cole is a trumpet student of Mark Buselli. Program to be announced. This event is free and open to the public.
5:30 p.m.
Student RecitalErica Wood is a flute student of Mihoko Watanabe. Program to be announced. This event is free and open to the public.
9 p.m.
Reel Inclusion: A Film Series - Back to Natural"Back to Natural" outlines the ways in which race, identity, and hair are all related and offers a compassionate viewpoint on issues that affect African descendants. A powerful call for healing, this ground-breaking film takes a grassroots approach to exploring the globalized policing of natural Black hair. Filmed in New York City, Philadelphia, Paris, and Cape Town, this documentary explores universal aspects of the Black experience and the "New" Natural Hair movement. "Back to Natural" has been credited with playing an integral role in inspiring New York City to become the first jurisdiction, world-wide, to outline anti-discrimination protections for natural hair. The film is 1 hr 5 minutes long. Please attend as part of Unity Week events.
9 p.m.
Reel Inclusing Back to NaturalFilmed in New York City, Philadelphia, Paris, and Cape Town, this documentary explores universal aspects of the Black experience and the "New" Natural Hair movement. Back to Natural has been credited with playing an integral role in inspiring New York City to become the first jurisdiction, world-wide, to outline anti-discrimination protections for natural hair.
3 p.m.
Faculty Artist SeriesThe Faculty Artist Series features School of Music faculty sharing their talent and passion for music with the campus and community. Program to be announced. Free and open to the public with livestream available.
5:30 p.m.
Piano performanceProgram to be announced. Event is free and open to the public.
12 a.m.
a woman performs onstage7:30 p.m.| Emens Auditorium
6:30 p.m.
night sky with snowy landscape and a person looking up at itThe sky on cold winter nights has some of the brightest stars and the best-known constellations. Some of these stars are truly supergiants hundreds of times bigger than our Sun, while others are dwarfs the size of Earth. Along the winter Milky Way there are colorful clouds where new stars are being born. Come and enjoy a guided tour of this celestial wonderland, learn about the upcoming total solar eclipse, and use star charts to explore the night sky.
3:30 p.m.
One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure"One World, One Sky" is a brilliant program that follows Sesame Street's Big Bird and Elmo as they explore the night sky with Hu Hu Zhu, a new friend from China. Together, they take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, where they discover how different it is from Earth. They will also find shapes in the sky that will help them find the North Star. This cross-cultural adventure opens children's eyes to the sky, helping them see how people all over the world are connected.
5 p.m.
Narrated by David Tennant, we explore what exactly do astronomers do in this new program. Today’s astronomer is not the lone observer of past centuries. This program reveals the global collaboration, technology, and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe and features info on NASA's James Webb Space Telescope.
6:30 p.m.
night sky with snowy landscape and a person looking up at itThe sky on cold winter nights has some of the brightest stars and the best-known constellations. Some of these stars are truly supergiants hundreds of times bigger than our Sun, while others are dwarfs the size of Earth. Along the winter Milky Way there are colorful clouds where new stars are being born. Come and enjoy a guided tour of this celestial wonderland, learn about the upcoming total solar eclipse, and use star charts to explore the night sky.
3 p.m.
Organ console on Sursa Hall stageProgram to be announced. Event is free and open to the public.
7:30 p.m.
Faculty Artist SeriesThe Faculty Artist Series features School of Music faculty sharing their talent and passion for music with the campus and community. Program to be announced. Free and open to the public with livestream available.
7:30 p.m.
Vocalists singing on stageThe Ball State Opera Theatre presents their eighth annual Opera Gala. The evening will feature several opera students as well as voice faculty from the School of Music. Tickets will be available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.
12 a.m.
Hairspray logo (a woman with blue hair making a surprised face next to the title "Hairspray") and the tagline "You can't stop the beat"7:30 p.m. | Emens Auditorium
7:30 p.m.
Jazz pianist performing on stageEnjoy a concert of standard jazz favorites and original compositions with the Ball State Jazz Ensembles under the direction of Mark Buselli. Program to be announced. Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
7:30 p.m.
Orchestra conductor and musicians on stage performingThe Ball State Symphony Orchestra is a flagship ensemble of the School of Music that performs orchestral music from a wide variety of backgrounds and time periods. Program to include music by Galina Ustvolskaya and Sergei Prokofiev.
12 a.m.
The title "Brahms Violin Concerto" next to a violin and above the Orchestra Indiana logo and the date Saturday, February 10, 20247:30 p.m. | Emens Auditorium
12 a.m.
Trey McLaughlin and the Sounds of Zamar perform onstage wearing colorful clothing in various African prints7:00 p.m. | Emens Auditorium
7:30 p.m.
student performing with the Wind Ensemble and Wind SymphonyUnder the direction of Thomas Caneva and Jeremy Harmon, Ball State's top two concert bands present a series of concerts each year featuring a wide range of music. Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
7:30 p.m.
Feufollet pose together in front of a brick wall7:30 p.m. | Pruis Hall
6 p.m.
the shore of an island on a cloudy dayJason Reblando and Joanne Diaz will present a collaborative word-image project that explores the intersections of exile, migration, history, and landscape.
7:30 p.m.
student performing with the Wind Ensemble and Wind SymphonyUnder the direction of Thomas Caneva and Jeremy Harmon, Ball State's Campus Band performs throughout the school year. Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
7:30 p.m.
Ball State Choirs perform in Sursa Hall.Under the direction of Andrew Crow, Kerry Glann, and Mark Statler, the Ball State Choirs present a series of concerts each year featuring a wide range of music from around the world and across the centuries. Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
7:30 p.m.
Orchestra conductor and musicians on stage performingThe Ball State Symphony Orchestra is a flagship ensemble of the School of Music that performs orchestral music from a wide variety of backgrounds and time periods. Program to include music by Gabriela Lena Frank.
7 p.m.
Comedian Joe Gatto7:00 p.m. | Emens Auditorium
7:30 p.m.
Jazz pianist performing on stageTwo honor bands of the 50th Annual Larry McWilliams Dimensions in Jazz Festival perform with the Ball State Jazz Ensemble I and a special guest artist. Program to be announced. Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
7:30 p.m.
Musicians Kevin Burke, Nuala Kennedy, and Eamon O'Leary pose for a photo together holding their instruments7:30 p.m. | Pruis Hall
7:30 p.m.
Orchestra conductor and musicians on stage performingThe Ball State Symphony Orchestra is a flagship ensemble of the School of Music that performs orchestral music from a wide variety of backgrounds and time periods. Program to be announced.
3 p.m.
The Ball State Cardinal Chorus men's choir performs in Sursa HallUnder the direction of Andrew Crow, Kerry Glann, and Mark Statler, the Ball State Choirs present a series of concerts each year featuring a wide range of music from around the world and across the centuries. Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
12 a.m.
a group of percussionists of Asian descent performing onstage7:30 p.m. | Emens Auditorium
7:30 p.m.
Ball State Choirs perform in Sursa Hall.Under the direction of Andrew Crow, Kerry Glann, and Mark Statler, the Ball State Choirs present a series of concerts each year featuring a wide range of music from around the world and across the centuries. Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
12 a.m.
John Mellencamp wearing a black button-down shirt8:00 p.m. | Emens Auditorium
7:30 p.m.
student performing with the Wind Ensemble and Wind SymphonyUnder the direction of Thomas Caneva and Jeremy Harmon, Ball State's top two concert bands present a series of concerts each year featuring a wide range of music. Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
7:30 p.m.
Save the date for an evening of music with the Indianapolis Baroque Orchestra.
7:30 p.m.
ball state choirs perform in Sursa HallUnder the direction of Andrew Crow, Kerry Glann, and Mark Statler, the Ball State Choirs present a series of concerts each year featuring a wide range of music from around the world and across the centuries. Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
7:30 p.m.
Violinists of the Ball State Symphony OrchestraThe 12th Annual Showcase Concert presents a sampling of the School of Music's outstanding large ensembles, chamber groups, and soloists. We invite you to witness the exceptional talent of our students and help support student scholarships!
6 p.m.
"Whine Club" oil on canvas by Katie NeeceDigital artist Katie Neece will give a talk.
7:30 p.m.
Melody Angel, a Black woman with an afro, performs with her guitar onstageThis show has been cancelled.
3 p.m.
Ball State Choirs perform in Sursa Hall.Under the direction of Andrew Crow, Kerry Glann, and Mark Statler, the Ball State Choirs present a series of concerts each year featuring a wide range of music from around the world and across the centuries. Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
7:30 p.m.
Opera singers during a performanceCome see Ball State Opera Theatre's spring production in Sursa Performance Hall. Tickets will be available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office. Program to be announced.
3 p.m.
Opera singers during a performanceCome see Ball State Opera Theatre's spring production in Sursa Performance Hall. Tickets will be available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office. Program to be announced.
7:30 p.m.
student performing with the Wind Ensemble and Wind SymphonyUnder the direction of Thomas Caneva and Jeremy Harmon, Ball State's Campus Band will perform in Sursa Hall. Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
12 a.m.
performers dance onstage in whimsical outfits in front of a background of colorful parasols7:30 p.m. | Emens Auditorium
7:30 p.m.
Jazz pianist performing on stageEnjoy a concert of standard jazz favorites and original compositions with the Ball State Jazz Ensembles under the direction of Mark Buselli. Program to be announced. Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
7:30 p.m.
student performing with the Wind Ensemble and Wind SymphonyUnder the direction of Thomas Caneva and Jeremy Harmon, Ball State's top two concert bands present a series of concerts each year featuring a wide range of music. Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
7:30 p.m.
ball state choirs perform in Sursa HallUnder the direction of Andrew Crow, Kerry Glann, and Mark Statler, the Ball State Choirs present a series of concerts each year featuring a wide range of music from around the world and across the centuries. Tickets available for purchase in person or online through the College of Fine Arts Box Office starting August 1. This concert will also be livestreamed.
1 p.m.
Visit DOMA to enjoy the Art in Bloom floral arrangements as well as tours, demos, and activities - with no admission fee and extended museum hours!
1 p.m.
Visit DOMA to enjoy the Art in Bloom floral arrangements as well as tours, demos, and activities - with no admission fee and extended museum hours!