http://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center Ball State University Arts and Entertainment Events RSS en-us Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:05:29 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/03/animation-showcase https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/03/animation-showcase The School of Art invites the public to attend a showcase of our Animation students' work from March 25 through April 10. Students will display artworks created as part of their schoolwork, representing a dynamic range concepts and styles. This is a great chance to see the exciting art being made by some of the School of Art's Animation Majors! Reception is from 4 - 6 p.m. on Wednesday, April 1. All exhibitions will be in The Ned and Gloria Griner Art Gallery, just off the Atrium Food Court in the Arts & Journalism building. Free and open to the public. Fri, 03 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/museum-of-art/2026/04/03/mindfulness-in-the-museum https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/museum-of-art/2026/04/03/mindfulness-in-the-museum Enjoy a midday break with mindfulness meditation in the DOMA galleries. Fri, 03 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/03/student-recital-nathan-ullrich-percussion https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/03/student-recital-nathan-ullrich-percussion Nathan Ullrich is a percussion student of YoungKyoung Lee. This event is free and open to the public. Fri, 03 Apr 2026 17:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/03/faculty-recital-yufang-chen-and-michael-seregow https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/03/faculty-recital-yufang-chen-and-michael-seregow Yu-Fang Chen (violin) will perform with Michael Seregow (piano). This event is free and open to the public. Fri, 03 Apr 2026 17:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/03/senior-recital-kathryn-tenbarge-cello https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/03/senior-recital-kathryn-tenbarge-cello Kathryn Tenbarge is a cello student of Peter Opie. This event is free and open to the public. Fri, 03 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/museum-of-art/2026/04/04/kids-make-art-at-doma https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/museum-of-art/2026/04/04/kids-make-art-at-doma A fun-filled opportunity for families and kids to experience the artworks at DOMA through art making activities with student teachers from the Ball State Art Education program. Sat, 04 Apr 2026 13:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/04/da-performance-recital-qihao-zhang-piano https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/04/da-performance-recital-qihao-zhang-piano Qihao Zhang is a piano student of Jim Helton. This event is free and open to the public. Sat, 04 Apr 2026 17:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/06/faculty-recital-sharif-ibrahim https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/06/faculty-recital-sharif-ibrahim Sharif Ibrahim (bass) will perform in Hahn Hall. This event is free and open to the public. Mon, 06 Apr 2026 17:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/06/junior-recital-dilnaz-kozybakova-violin https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/06/junior-recital-dilnaz-kozybakova-violin Dilnaz Kozybakova is a violin student of Anna Vayman. This event is free and open to the public. Mon, 06 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/07/animation-showcase https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/07/animation-showcase The School of Art invites the public to attend a showcase of our Animation students' work from March 25 through April 10. Students will display artworks created as part of their schoolwork, representing a dynamic range concepts and styles. This is a great chance to see the exciting art being made by some of the School of Art's Animation Majors! Reception is from 4 - 6 p.m. on Wednesday, April 1. All exhibitions will be in The Ned and Gloria Griner Art Gallery, just off the Atrium Food Court in the Arts & Journalism building. Free and open to the public. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/07/jazz-combos https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/07/jazz-combos Hear the Jazz Combos live in concert! This event is free and open to the public. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 17:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/07/studio-band-at-the-jazz-kitchen https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/07/studio-band-at-the-jazz-kitchen Hear the Studio Band perform live at the Jazz Kitchen! Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/07/spring-senior-capstones-constitution7 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/07/spring-senior-capstones-constitution7 A young woman reflects on her experiences growing up in a debate-loving family as she explores the meaning of the U.S. Constitution. Through humor, stories, and personal reflection, the play examines how the Constitution has shaped - and continues to shape - the lives of women, families, and communities. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts box office. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/08/animation-showcase https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/08/animation-showcase The School of Art invites the public to attend a showcase of our Animation students' work from March 25 through April 10. Students will display artworks created as part of their schoolwork, representing a dynamic range concepts and styles. This is a great chance to see the exciting art being made by some of the School of Art's Animation Majors! Reception is from 4 - 6 p.m. on Wednesday, April 1. All exhibitions will be in The Ned and Gloria Griner Art Gallery, just off the Atrium Food Court in the Arts & Journalism building. Free and open to the public. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/08/spring-senior-capstones-constitution8 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/08/spring-senior-capstones-constitution8 A young woman reflects on her experiences growing up in a debate-loving family as she explores the meaning of the U.S. Constitution. Through humor, stories, and personal reflection, the play examines how the Constitution has shaped - and continues to shape - the lives of women, families, and communities. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts box office. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/09/animation-showcase https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/09/animation-showcase The School of Art invites the public to attend a showcase of our Animation students' work from March 25 through April 10. Students will display artworks created as part of their schoolwork, representing a dynamic range concepts and styles. This is a great chance to see the exciting art being made by some of the School of Art's Animation Majors! Reception is from 4 - 6 p.m. on Wednesday, April 1. All exhibitions will be in The Ned and Gloria Griner Art Gallery, just off the Atrium Food Court in the Arts & Journalism building. Free and open to the public. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/09/senior-recital-ayden-thurnau-guitar https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/09/senior-recital-ayden-thurnau-guitar Ayden Thurnau is a guitar student. This event is free and open to the public. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 17:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/09/vads-jiyong-lee https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/09/vads-jiyong-lee Please join the School of Art for a presentation by Jiyong Lee. From 6:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. in AJ225. Free and open to the public. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/09/student-recital-cam-devore-voice https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/09/student-recital-cam-devore-voice Cam DeVore is a voice student of Yoko Shimazaki-Kilburn. This event is free and open to the public. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/09/spring-senior-capstones-constitution9 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/09/spring-senior-capstones-constitution9 A young woman reflects on her experiences growing up in a debate-loving family as she explores the meaning of the U.S. Constitution. Through humor, stories, and personal reflection, the play examines how the Constitution has shaped - and continues to shape - the lives of women, families, and communities. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts box office. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/business/2026/04/10/miller-college-of-business-spring-carnival https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/business/2026/04/10/miller-college-of-business-spring-carnival Ready to have fun and relax? Look no further than the Miller College of Business Spring Carnival hosted by the Dean's Student Advisory Council. Hang out with us on April 4th from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. on University Green (outside to the West of the Whitinger and South of the Architecture Buildings). Play games, network, and play volleyball. All students are welcome including newly admitted students for next year. We hope to see you there! Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/10/animation-showcase https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/10/animation-showcase The School of Art invites the public to attend a showcase of our Animation students' work from March 25 through April 10. Students will display artworks created as part of their schoolwork, representing a dynamic range concepts and styles. This is a great chance to see the exciting art being made by some of the School of Art's Animation Majors! Reception is from 4 - 6 p.m. on Wednesday, April 1. All exhibitions will be in The Ned and Gloria Griner Art Gallery, just off the Atrium Food Court in the Arts & Journalism building. Free and open to the public. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/10/owos https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/10/owos Saturdays: April 11, 25 at 3:30 p.m.; Fridays: April 10, 24 at 5:00 p.m.; Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky, and learn about the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China. Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/10/flute-studio-recital https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/10/flute-studio-recital Hear the Flute Studio perform in Hahn Hall! This event is free and open to the public. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/10/wearestars https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/10/wearestars Fridays: April 10, 24 at 6:30 p.m.; Saturdays: April 11, 25 at 6:30 p.m.; Narrated by Andy Serkis, this program explores our cosmic chemistry, explosive origins, and the evolution of the Universe, answering some of the biggest questions of all time. Perfect for adults and ages 10+; all ages are welcome. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/10/thed-show-edward-tulane https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/10/thed-show-edward-tulane Support our Theatre Education students and the cast a crew of The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane at Southside Middle School! Fri, 10 Apr 2026 19:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/emens-auditorium/2026/04/10/university-singers https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/emens-auditorium/2026/04/10/university-singers 7:00 p.m. | Emens Auditorium Fri, 10 Apr 2026 19:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/10/spring-senior-capstones-constitution10 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/10/spring-senior-capstones-constitution10 A young woman reflects on her experiences growing up in a debate-loving family as she explores the meaning of the U.S. Constitution. Through humor, stories, and personal reflection, the play examines how the Constitution has shaped - and continues to shape - the lives of women, families, and communities. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts box office. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/10/senior-recital-nikolas-fisher-clarinet https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/10/senior-recital-nikolas-fisher-clarinet Nikolas Fisher is a clarinet student of Elisha Willinger. This event is free and open to the public. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/11/clarinet-studio-recital https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/11/clarinet-studio-recital Hear the Clarinet Studio perform in Hahn Hall! This event is free and open to the public. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/museum-of-art/2026/04/11/a-big-read-tour-food-in-art https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/museum-of-art/2026/04/11/a-big-read-tour-food-in-art In celebration of the Muncie Public Library's BIG READ program, join DOMA Gallery Guide Dom Caristi for a tour of works exploring food in art in the David Owsley Museum of Art galleries. Meet in the Sculpture Court at 2:30 p.m. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 14:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/emens-auditorium/2026/04/11/university-singers https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/emens-auditorium/2026/04/11/university-singers 3:00 p.m. | Emens Auditorium Sat, 11 Apr 2026 15:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/11/owos https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/11/owos Saturdays: April 11, 25 at 3:30 p.m.; Fridays: April 10, 24 at 5:00 p.m.; Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky, and learn about the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China. Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 15:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/11/sunset-meditation https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/11/sunset-meditation Saturdays: April 11, 25 at 5:00 p.m.; Enjoy a guided meditation experience with views of an amazing sunset as you travel to the North Pole to relax under a night sky filled with stars and glimpses of the Northern Lights. Perfect for ages 12+. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/11/wearestars https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/11/wearestars Fridays: April 10, 24 at 6:30 p.m.; Saturdays: April 11, 25 at 6:30 p.m.; Narrated by Andy Serkis, this program explores our cosmic chemistry, explosive origins, and the evolution of the Universe, answering some of the biggest questions of all time. Perfect for adults and ages 10+; all ages are welcome. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 18:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/11/thed-show-edward-tulane https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/11/thed-show-edward-tulane Support our Theatre Education students and the cast a crew of The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane at Southside Middle School! Sat, 11 Apr 2026 19:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/11/411-spring-opera https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/11/411-spring-opera Romance, hijinks, schemes, and more! See Ball State Opera Theatre's spring production of The Marriage of Figaro in Sursa Performance Hall. Tickets will be available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office. Sat, 11 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/12/412-spring-opera https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/12/412-spring-opera Romance, hijinks, schemes, and more! See Ball State Opera Theatre's spring production of The Marriage of Figaro in Sursa Performance Hall. Tickets will be available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office. Sun, 12 Apr 2026 15:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/12/da-lecture-recital-yuhsuan-kimi-lee-cello https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/12/da-lecture-recital-yuhsuan-kimi-lee-cello This recital has been canceled. Sun, 12 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/13/woodwind-chamber-music-recital https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/13/woodwind-chamber-music-recital Hear the Woodwind Chamber Music Ensemble perform in Sursa Hall! This event is free and open to the public. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/13/da-performance-recital-tongyu-wang-piano https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/13/da-performance-recital-tongyu-wang-piano Tongyu Wang is a piano student of Ray Kilburn. This event is free and open to the public. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/13/string-chamber-recital https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/13/string-chamber-recital Hear String Chamber Music students perform in Hahn Hall! This event is free and open to the public. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/14/bfa-studio-art-senior-capstone-exhibitions-i-ii-and-iii https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/14/bfa-studio-art-senior-capstone-exhibitions-i-ii-and-iii The School of Art invites the public to attend its series of rotating BFA Studio Art exhibitions between April 14 through May 2. Graduating seniors will display artworks created as part of their senior capstone projects, representing a dynamic range of media, concepts, and styles. This is a great chance to see the exciting art being made by some of the School of Art's seniors! All exhibitions will be in The Ned and Gloria Griner Art Gallery, just off the Atrium Food Court in the Arts & Journalism building. Free and open to the public. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/14/jazz-combos https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/14/jazz-combos Hear the Jazz Combos live in concert! This event is free and open to the public. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/cecl/2026/04/14/emily-esfahani-smith-at-ball-state-university https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/cecl/2026/04/14/emily-esfahani-smith-at-ball-state-university Join bestselling author Emily Esfahani Smith for a public keynote on purpose, belonging, resilience, and what it means to live a meaningful life. Free and open to students, faculty, staff, and community members. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/14/trombone-studio-recital https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/14/trombone-studio-recital Hear the Trombone Studio perform in Hahn Hall! This event is free and open to the public. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/15/bfa-studio-art-senior-capstone-exhibitions-i-ii-and-iii https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/15/bfa-studio-art-senior-capstone-exhibitions-i-ii-and-iii The School of Art invites the public to attend its series of rotating BFA Studio Art exhibitions between April 14 through May 2. Graduating seniors will display artworks created as part of their senior capstone projects, representing a dynamic range of media, concepts, and styles. This is a great chance to see the exciting art being made by some of the School of Art's seniors! All exhibitions will be in The Ned and Gloria Griner Art Gallery, just off the Atrium Food Court in the Arts & Journalism building. Free and open to the public. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/15/reception-i-bfa-studio-art-senior-capstone-exhibitions-i-ii-and-iii https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/15/reception-i-bfa-studio-art-senior-capstone-exhibitions-i-ii-and-iii The School of Art invites the public to attend its series of rotating BFA Studio Art exhibitions between April 14 through May 2. Graduating seniors will display artworks created as part of their senior capstone projects, representing a dynamic range of media, concepts, and styles. This is a great chance to see the exciting art being made by some of the School of Art's seniors! All exhibitions will be in The Ned and Gloria Griner Art Gallery, just off the Atrium Food Court in the Arts & Journalism building. Free and open to the public. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/15/da-performance-recital-wenqing-yin-piano https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/15/da-performance-recital-wenqing-yin-piano Wenqing Yin is a piano student of Jim Helton. This event is free and open to the public. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/15/spring-senior-capstones-listenescucha https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/15/spring-senior-capstones-listenescucha Listen! ¡Escucha! And all the other beautiful languages is a devised performance exploring culture, identity, and different viewpoints on immigration in America. Created by an ensemble of artists from diverse backgrounds, the piece invites audiences to listen, connect, and reflect on what it means to belong in today’s world. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts box office. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/15/ad-recital-eunsong-kim-piano https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/15/ad-recital-eunsong-kim-piano Eunsong Kim is a piano student of Ray Kilburn. This event is free and open to the public. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/16/bfa-studio-art-senior-capstone-exhibitions-i-ii-and-iii https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/16/bfa-studio-art-senior-capstone-exhibitions-i-ii-and-iii The School of Art invites the public to attend its series of rotating BFA Studio Art exhibitions between April 14 through May 2. Graduating seniors will display artworks created as part of their senior capstone projects, representing a dynamic range of media, concepts, and styles. This is a great chance to see the exciting art being made by some of the School of Art's seniors! All exhibitions will be in The Ned and Gloria Griner Art Gallery, just off the Atrium Food Court in the Arts & Journalism building. Free and open to the public. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/16/piano-studio-recital https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/16/piano-studio-recital Hear the Piano Studio perform in Hahn Hall! This event is free and open to the public. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/16/416-bands https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/16/416-bands Brass Ensemble will open for Campus Band for their spring concert. 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. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/16/25th-annual-putnam-county-spelling-bee https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/16/25th-annual-putnam-county-spelling-bee Six spellers enter; one speller leaves a champion! At least the losers get a juice box. Follow along as an eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/16/spring-senior-capstones-listenescucha16 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/16/spring-senior-capstones-listenescucha16 Listen! ¡Escucha! And all the other beautiful languages is a devised performance exploring culture, identity, and different viewpoints on immigration in America. Created by an ensemble of artists from diverse backgrounds, the piece invites audiences to listen, connect, and reflect on what it means to belong in today’s world. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts box office. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/16/oboe-studio-recital https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/16/oboe-studio-recital Hear the Oboe Studio perform in Hahn Hall! This event is free and open to the public. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/17/bfa-studio-art-senior-capstone-exhibitions-i-ii-and-iii https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/17/bfa-studio-art-senior-capstone-exhibitions-i-ii-and-iii The School of Art invites the public to attend its series of rotating BFA Studio Art exhibitions between April 14 through May 2. Graduating seniors will display artworks created as part of their senior capstone projects, representing a dynamic range of media, concepts, and styles. This is a great chance to see the exciting art being made by some of the School of Art's seniors! All exhibitions will be in The Ned and Gloria Griner Art Gallery, just off the Atrium Food Court in the Arts & Journalism building. Free and open to the public. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/museum-of-art/2026/04/17/mindfulness-in-the-museum https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/museum-of-art/2026/04/17/mindfulness-in-the-museum Enjoy a midday break with mindfulness meditation in the DOMA galleries. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/northstar https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/northstar In this live presentation with partners from the Levi and Catharine Coffin State Historic Site, discover how people have used the stars throughout history as a guide. Learn how freedom-seekers followed the North Star to escape slavery and find their way to freedom. Then partake in astronomy-focused crafts and hands-on activities. This event is recommended for school-age children and their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/17/junior-recital-brittany-semler-clarinet https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/17/junior-recital-brittany-semler-clarinet Brittany Semler is a clarinet student of Elisha Willinger. This event is free and open to the public. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/northstar630 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/04/northstar630 In this live presentation with partners from the Levi and Catharine Coffin State Historic Site, discover how people have used the stars throughout history as a guide. Learn how freedom-seekers followed the North Star to escape slavery and find their way to freedom. Then partake in astronomy-focused crafts and hands-on activities. This event is recommended for school-age children and their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/17/thed-show-back-to-the-80s https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/17/thed-show-back-to-the-80s Support our Theatre Education students and the cast a crew of Back to the 80s at Northside Middle School! Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/17/thed-show-oz https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/17/thed-show-oz Support our Theatre Education students and the cast a crew of Oz! Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/17/25th-annual-putnam-county-spelling-bee17 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/17/25th-annual-putnam-county-spelling-bee17 Six spellers enter; one speller leaves a champion! At least the losers get a juice box. Follow along as an eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/17/spring-senior-capstones-listenescucha17 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/17/spring-senior-capstones-listenescucha17 Listen! ¡Escucha! And all the other beautiful languages is a devised performance exploring culture, identity, and different viewpoints on immigration in America. Created by an ensemble of artists from diverse backgrounds, the piece invites audiences to listen, connect, and reflect on what it means to belong in today’s world. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts box office. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/18/da-performance-recital-linzi-xu-piano https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/18/da-performance-recital-linzi-xu-piano This recital has been canceled. Sat, 18 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/18/senior-recital-dylan-piazzoni-and-franny-church-voice https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/18/senior-recital-dylan-piazzoni-and-franny-church-voice Dylan Piazzoni and Franny Church are voice students of Spencer Domer. This event is free and open to the public. Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/museum-of-art/2026/04/18/saturday-spotlight-tour https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/museum-of-art/2026/04/18/saturday-spotlight-tour Join DOMA Gallery Guide Sigi Koehler for a tour of "Nora Krug: Belonging," DOMA's current special exhibition. Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/18/da-performance-recital-yunying-dong-piano https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/18/da-performance-recital-yunying-dong-piano Yunying Dong is a piano student of Ray Kilburn. This event is free and open to the public. Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/18/da-lecture-recital-yuliya-turok-viola https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/18/da-lecture-recital-yuliya-turok-viola This recital has been postponed. Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/18/junior-recital-elle-crook-viola https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/18/junior-recital-elle-crook-viola Elle Crook is a viola student of Zoran Jakovcic. This event is free and open to the public. Sat, 18 Apr 2026 17:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/18/thed-show-back-to-the-80s https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/18/thed-show-back-to-the-80s Support our Theatre Education students and the cast a crew of Back to the 80s at Northside Middle School! Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/18/thed-show-oz https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/18/thed-show-oz Support our Theatre Education students and the cast a crew of Oz! Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/18/25th-annual-putnam-county-spelling-bee18 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/18/25th-annual-putnam-county-spelling-bee18 Six spellers enter; one speller leaves a champion! At least the losers get a juice box. Follow along as an eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office. Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/18/418-choirs https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/18/418-choirs Enjoy a preview of our May tour program with songs for every season! Under the direction of Andrew Crow and Kerry Glann, 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. Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/18/spring-senior-capstones-listenescucha18 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/18/spring-senior-capstones-listenescucha18 Listen! ¡Escucha! And all the other beautiful languages is a devised performance exploring culture, identity, and different viewpoints on immigration in America. Created by an ensemble of artists from diverse backgrounds, the piece invites audiences to listen, connect, and reflect on what it means to belong in today’s world. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts box office. Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/18/da-performance-recital-wallie-lewis-viola https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/18/da-performance-recital-wallie-lewis-viola Wallie Lewis is a viola student of Zoran Jakovcic. This event is free and open to the public. Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/19/25th-annual-putnam-county-spelling-bee19 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/19/25th-annual-putnam-county-spelling-bee19 Six spellers enter; one speller leaves a champion! At least the losers get a juice box. Follow along as an eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office. Sun, 19 Apr 2026 14:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/19/mat-spring-senior-capstones-listenescucha19 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/19/mat-spring-senior-capstones-listenescucha19 Listen! ¡Escucha! And all the other beautiful languages is a devised performance exploring culture, identity, and different viewpoints on immigration in America. Created by an ensemble of artists from diverse backgrounds, the piece invites audiences to listen, connect, and reflect on what it means to belong in today’s world. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts box office. Sun, 19 Apr 2026 14:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/19/419-fas https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/19/419-fas The 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. Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/19/gr-lecture-recital-cintia-matias-fenandes-cello https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/19/gr-lecture-recital-cintia-matias-fenandes-cello Cinthia Matias Fernandes is a cello student of Peter Opie. This event is free and open to the public. Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/19/senior-recital-kristen-asato-composition https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/19/senior-recital-kristen-asato-composition Kristen Asato is a composition student of Amelia Kaplan. This event is free and open to the public. Sun, 19 Apr 2026 17:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/19/thed-show-oz https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/19/thed-show-oz Support our Theatre Education students and the cast a crew of Oz! Sun, 19 Apr 2026 19:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/19/spring-senior-capstones-listenescucha19 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/19/spring-senior-capstones-listenescucha19 Listen! ¡Escucha! And all the other beautiful languages is a devised performance exploring culture, identity, and different viewpoints on immigration in America. Created by an ensemble of artists from diverse backgrounds, the piece invites audiences to listen, connect, and reflect on what it means to belong in today’s world. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts box office. Sun, 19 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/19/gr-performance-recital-edmund-quint-johnson-v-saxophone https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/19/gr-performance-recital-edmund-quint-johnson-v-saxophone Edmund Quint Johnson V is a saxophone student of Mark Buselli. This event is free and open to the public. Sun, 19 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/19/horn-studio-recital https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/19/horn-studio-recital Hear the Horn Studio perform in Sursa Hall! This event is free and open to the public. Sun, 19 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/20/viola-studio-recital https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/20/viola-studio-recital Hear the Viola Studio perform in Hahn Hall! This event is free and open to the public. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/21/bfa-studio-art-senior-capstone-exhibitions-i-ii-and-iii https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/21/bfa-studio-art-senior-capstone-exhibitions-i-ii-and-iii The School of Art invites the public to attend its series of rotating BFA Studio Art exhibitions between April 14 through May 2. Graduating seniors will display artworks created as part of their senior capstone projects, representing a dynamic range of media, concepts, and styles. This is a great chance to see the exciting art being made by some of the School of Art's seniors! All exhibitions will be in The Ned and Gloria Griner Art Gallery, just off the Atrium Food Court in the Arts & Journalism building. Free and open to the public. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/21/da-lecture-recital-korn-roongruangchai-violin https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/21/da-lecture-recital-korn-roongruangchai-violin Korn Roongruangchai, Leo Gutman, and Ethan Hess are violin students of Yu-Fang Chen. This event is free and open to the public. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/21/senior-recital-leo-gutman-violin https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/21/senior-recital-leo-gutman-violin This recital has been canceled. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/21/25th-annual-putnam-county-spelling-bee21 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/21/25th-annual-putnam-county-spelling-bee21 Six spellers enter; one speller leaves a champion! At least the losers get a juice box. Follow along as an eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/21/new-music-ensemble https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/21/new-music-ensemble The Ball State New Music Ensemble is dedicated to performing chamber and solo music of the past thirty years, along with classics of the earlier 20th-century. This recital is free and open to the public. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/22/bfa-studio-art-senior-capstone-exhibitions-i-ii-and-iii https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/22/bfa-studio-art-senior-capstone-exhibitions-i-ii-and-iii The School of Art invites the public to attend its series of rotating BFA Studio Art exhibitions between April 14 through May 2. Graduating seniors will display artworks created as part of their senior capstone projects, representing a dynamic range of media, concepts, and styles. This is a great chance to see the exciting art being made by some of the School of Art's seniors! All exhibitions will be in The Ned and Gloria Griner Art Gallery, just off the Atrium Food Court in the Arts & Journalism building. Free and open to the public. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/museum-of-art/2026/04/22/mindful-art-viewing https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/museum-of-art/2026/04/22/mindful-art-viewing Enjoy a midday break and enjoy art with mindfulness in the DOMA galleries. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/22/reception-ii-bfa-studio-art-senior-capstone-exhibitions-i-ii-and-iii https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/22/reception-ii-bfa-studio-art-senior-capstone-exhibitions-i-ii-and-iii The School of Art invites the public to attend its series of rotating BFA Studio Art exhibitions between April 14 through May 2. Graduating seniors will display artworks created as part of their senior capstone projects, representing a dynamic range of media, concepts, and styles. This is a great chance to see the exciting art being made by some of the School of Art's seniors! All exhibitions will be in The Ned and Gloria Griner Art Gallery, just off the Atrium Food Court in the Arts & Journalism building. Free and open to the public. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/22/422-jazz-ensembles https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/22/422-jazz-ensembles Enjoy 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. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/22/25th-annual-putnam-county-spelling-bee22 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/theatre-and-dance/2026/04/22/25th-annual-putnam-county-spelling-bee22 Six spellers enter; one speller leaves a champion! At least the losers get a juice box. Follow along as an eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/23/bfa-studio-art-senior-capstone-exhibitions-i-ii-and-iii https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-art/2026/04/23/bfa-studio-art-senior-capstone-exhibitions-i-ii-and-iii The School of Art invites the public to attend its series of rotating BFA Studio Art exhibitions between April 14 through May 2. Graduating seniors will display artworks created as part of their senior capstone projects, representing a dynamic range of media, concepts, and styles. This is a great chance to see the exciting art being made by some of the School of Art's seniors! All exhibitions will be in The Ned and Gloria Griner Art Gallery, just off the Atrium Food Court in the Arts & Journalism building. Free and open to the public. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/23/junior-recital-gabrianna-bruestle-voice https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/school-of-music/2026/04/23/junior-recital-gabrianna-bruestle-voice Gabrianna Bruestle is a voice student of Daniel Narducci. This event is free and open to the public. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:30:00 -0400