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The School of Art is proud to present the Graphic Design and Visual Communication Alumni Exhibition.

Please join the School of Art for a presentation by artist, Erika Tada.

Join us for Dr. Adam Schwartz’s presentation “Whiteness, Privilege, & how to be a Better Ally”and a screening of “Accidental Courtesy: Daryl Davis, Race & America”About the Film: Musician Daryl Davis has played all over the world with legends likeChuck Berry and Little Richard. In his off hours, Daryl likes to meet and befriend membersof the Ku Klux Klan in an effort to change their minds.Dr. Schwartz will facilitate a dialogue about the film’s thought-provoking message.Film contains violence and disturbing content. Viewer discretion is advised.

A soccer team tackles big questions and wages tiny battles with all the vim and vigor of a pack of adolescent warriors.

A soccer team tackles big questions and wages tiny battles with all the vim and vigor of a pack of adolescent warriors.

A soccer team tackles big questions and wages tiny battles with all the vim and vigor of a pack of adolescent warriors.

Similar to the CCIM "Super Party, the "Star Party" will show you all the opportunities available in the departments of English, Philosophy & Religious Studies, History, and Modern Languages & Classics in the College of Sciences and Humanities.

A soccer team tackles big questions and wages tiny battles with all the vim and vigor of a pack of adolescent warriors.

A soccer team tackles big questions and wages tiny battles with all the vim and vigor of a pack of adolescent warriors.

A soccer team tackles big questions and wages tiny battles with all the vim and vigor of a pack of adolescent warriors.

Celebrate Family Weekend with a sampling of the School of Music's exceptional wind, orchestral, jazz, chamber, and choral ensembles. General Admission is $20 and all proceeds benefit School of Music student scholarships. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

Conor Angell is associate professor of music at Taylor University. Program to include Franz Schubert's song cycle "Winterreise." Free and open to the public.

"Left-Handed Pianist" is a documentary produced by Kartemquin Films about the inspiring pianist Norman Malone. At age 5, Norman discovered he was a natural at the piano. Tragically, when Norman turned 10, he became paralyzed on his right side. Undaunted, Malone began a lifelong quest to reclaim his place at the piano, mastering the most difficult music ever written for left hand alone. The evening will include a screening of the documentary's work in progress and a short performance by Norman himself. Free and open to the public.

Please join the School of Art for a presentation by artist, Maria Tomasula.

Under the direction of Thomas Caneva and Caroline Hand, the Ball State Bands proudly present a Female Composers' Concert with works by Jennifer Jolly, Jennifer Higdon, Cindy McTee, and Carolyn Bremmer, as well as the winners of the Ball State Symphony Band Call for Commission Proposals: Amanda Feery and Molly Joyce. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

Marcus is the provocative, poignant, and fiercely humorous coming-of-age story of a young man in the South.

The School of Music voice faculty present a recital featuring a wide range of solo and chamber music repertoire. All proceeds benefit the 14th Annual Vocal Competition to be held Spring 2020 in Sursa Hall. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

Director of Orchestras Douglas Droste and the BSSO will present Shostakovich's "Festive Overture," Derek Weagle's "Serenade," and Dvořák's "Symphony No. 6." Gene Berger (horn) and Jon Truitt (baritone) will join the orchestra as the evening's featured faculty soloists. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

Under the direction of Mark Buselli and Freddie Mendoza, the Ball State Jazz Ensembles have performed around the world. Come enjoy a night of standard jazz favorites and original compositions for big band. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

Marcus is the provocative, poignant, and fiercely humorous coming-of-age story of a young man in the South.

Marcus is the provocative, poignant, and fiercely humorous coming-of-age story of a young man in the South.

Marcus is the provocative, poignant, and fiercely humorous coming-of-age story of a young man in the South.

Jack has worked hard to develop his “real-life superhero” persona. Now, as Nightlife he’s ready to start fighting crime.

Please join the School of Art for a presentation by artist, Kent Ambler.

All students are invited to audition to be the emcee for Homecoming 2019!

At the center of every circus rests a 42ft ring full of thrills, laughs and excitement. 42FT – A Menagerie of Mechanical Marvels, is the latest invention from the creative minds of Cirque Mechanics. The company dares us to leap into the circus ring and experience the timelessness of this evolving art form. The shows’ unique mechanical interpretation of the traditional, and its story full of the lore of the historic one-ring circus, create a welcoming place, like a big top, where we can be amazed. The action in 42FT is full of theatricality and a modern sensibility, showcasing a galloping mechanical metal horse and a rotating tent frame for strongmen, acrobats and aerialists.

With their Emmy Award-winning PBS special now airing across the country, and Billboard chart-topping albums, it's easy to see why The Texas Tenors are America's favorite new tenors. Since their whirlwind debut six years ago on NBC's America's Got Talent, The Texas Tenors have accumulated a long list of awards, accolades and excited fans. They have performed more than 1000 concerts around the world, including a 24-city tour in the United Kingdom, Shanghai, China and collaborations with some of the most prestigious symphonies in the US. People are clearly enjoying their talent as they were recently named the #10 Classical Artist in the world according to Billboard magazine.

The Ball State Statesmen will be joined by collegiate men's choruses from across the region in a concert that will feature Instant Classic, Barbershop Harmony Society's 2015 International Quartet Champions comprised of Ball State alumni. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

Join Ball State professors Mihoko Watanabe (flute) and Stephen Campbell (flute) as well as guest artists Jeffery Zook (flute) and Matthew Ernst (trumpet) for a day of learning and music making. Mr. Zook is a member of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra flute section and Mr. Ernst is principal trumpet of the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra. Free and open to the public.

A fun opportunity for students, faculty/staff, the Muncie community, and alumni to become involved and enjoy Ball State's Homecoming Week!

The Annual Student Scholarship Talent Search, which began in 1967, is a fabulous opportunity to showcase some of Ball State’s finest talent for the university and community.

A feminist retelling of the biblical Book of Job set in the modern-day U.S. Midwest.

Going strong since 1987, Air Jam is Ball State's most popular Homecoming event! Come watch student organizations dance and compete in the annual lip-sync competition.

A feminist retelling of the biblical Book of Job set in the modern-day U.S. Midwest.

Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Joel Murray, and Jeff B. Davis with special guests Dave Foley and Drew Carey. The hilarious songs and improv comedy you love...LIVE!

A feminist retelling of the biblical Book of Job set in the modern-day U.S. Midwest.

An odyssey of a woman forced to confront her need to connect in a technologically obsessed world.

An odyssey of a woman forced to confront her need to connect in a technologically obsessed world.

The media refer to #1 selling artist, Aubrey Logan as “The Queen of Sass,” and it’s easy to see why. Her concerts are a mix of excellent musicality, jaw-dropping vocals, expert trombone-playing, a breathtaking array of originals and original takes on cover songs and, well…fun! Her heart wrenching musical stories has audiences in tears just before her comedic relief has them in stitches.

Under the direction of Thomas Caneva and Caroline Hand, Ball State's top two band ensembles present a series of concerts each year featuring a wide range of band repertoire. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

An odyssey of a woman forced to confront her need to connect in a technologically obsessed world.

Now in its 56th season, the Ball State University Singers have been entertaining audiences young and old through its songs of faith, hope, laughter, and love. The ensemble kicks off the season with its annual Fall Cabaret. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

Long before she was Carole King, chart-topping music legend, she was Carol Klein, Brooklyn girl with passion and chutzpah. She fought her way into the record business as a teenager and, by the time she reached her twenties, had the husband of her dreams and a flourishing career writing hits for the biggest acts in rock ‘n’ roll. But it wasn’t until her personal life began to crack that she finally managed to find her true voice.

Director of Orchestras Douglas Droste and the BSSO will present Widor's "Chorale and Variations" featuring harp professor Elizabeth Richter, and Mahler's First Symphony. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

The Art of Jazz Series presents internationally-renowned artists in concert with the Ball State Jazz Ensembles under the direction of Mark Buselli, Freddie Mendoza, and Josiah Williams. This concert's guest artist is trombonist Steve Davis. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

The Ball State choral ensembles perform several concerts each semester offering repertoire from around the world and across the centuries. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

Sarah Boyd is an extraordinary human being who sits on the precipice of truly saving this planet.

Sarah Boyd is an extraordinary human being who sits on the precipice of truly saving this planet.

6 Guitars is a pitch perfect blend of music, comedy, and characters. Just 1 performer portrays 6 unique guitar players each representing their own style of music. The characters include:• Wes Tankerfield, a snobbish jazz master• Michael Marsh, a 19 year old rock prodigy• Peter Winter-Jones, a sensitive folk musician• Rupert Colt, a charming country songwriter• Emmanuel Ortega, an eccentric classical wizard• Tyrone Gibbons, a weary blues picking octogenarian

Recently dubbed “the millennial Kronos,” Billboard Chart-topping string quintet SYBARITE5 is constantly creating new works and bringing unique musical combinations to audiences. Their program titled "Endeavor" will include an eclectic mix of the ensemble's recent commissions and premieres. Series subscriptions and single tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office.

When all the players agree to spend a weekend in the country at Desirée’s mother’s estate, infinite possibilities of new romances and second chances bring endless surprises.

When all the players agree to spend a weekend in the country at Desirée’s mother’s estate, infinite possibilities of new romances and second chances bring endless surprises.

When all the players agree to spend a weekend in the country at Desirée’s mother’s estate, infinite possibilities of new romances and second chances bring endless surprises.

When all the players agree to spend a weekend in the country at Desirée’s mother’s estate, infinite possibilities of new romances and second chances bring endless surprises.

When all the players agree to spend a weekend in the country at Desirée’s mother’s estate, infinite possibilities of new romances and second chances bring endless surprises.

The Faculty Artist Series allows School of Music faculty to share their talent and passion for music with the campus and community. Dr. Rhoden will perform with pianist Michael Seregow. Free and open to the public.

When all the players agree to spend a weekend in the country at Desirée’s mother’s estate, infinite possibilities of new romances and second chances bring endless surprises.

From the progenitors of Rock and Roll in the 1940s, through the glory years of the '50s, '60s, and '70s, up until MTV in the early '80s, Neil Berg's 50 Years of Rock & Roll uses fascinating stories and groundbreaking music, with tributes to such important and iconic rock stars/groups/genres as Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Elvis Presley, Ray Charles, Buddy Holly, Bob Dylan, Frankie Valli, The Beatles, Beach Boys, Motown, Aretha Franklin, The Who, Janis Joplin, Woodstock, Simon & Garfunkel, Carole King, Led Zeppelin, Elton John, Stevie Wonder, Billy Joel, Aerosmith, Linda Ronstadt, Bruce Springsteen, Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, Disco, New Wave, Journey, and others!

In one of the most satirical and hilarious operas of all time, Orpheus must travel through heaven and hell to rescue Eurydice. Sung in English, the performances will include full sets, costumes, and chamber orchestra under the stage direction of Jon Truitt and conducted by Cara Chowning. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

In one of the most satirical and hilarious operas of all time, Orpheus must travel through heaven and hell to rescue Eurydice. Sung in English, the performances will include full sets, costumes, and chamber orchestra under the stage direction of Jon Truitt and conducted by Cara Chowning. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

The Faculty Artist Series allows School of Music faculty to share their talent and passion for music with the campus and community. Free and open to the public.

The Faculty Artist Series allows School of Music faculty to share their talent and passion for music with the campus and community. Free and open to the public.

Come enjoy a night of standard jazz favorites and original compositions with the Ball State Jazz Ensembles. A jazz scholarship is also awarded at this annual concert in memory of Ralston C. "Morgy" Craig, an outstanding solo saxophonist who worked on a variety of projects with the Ball State band program in the 1950s and 1960s. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

Director of Orchestras Douglas Droste and the BSSO will present Mozart's "Sinfonia Concertante" and Respighi's "Roman Festivals." Yu-Fang Chen (violin) and Zoran Jakovcic (viola) will join the orchestra as the evening's featured faculty soloists. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

Under the direction of Thomas Caneva and Caroline Hand, Ball State's top two band ensembles present a series of concerts each year featuring a wide range of band repertoire. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

This concert pays tribute to the prolific and influential careers of Martha Graham and Marius Petipa.

Ball State’s choral ensembles present two concerts in celebration of the winter holidays featuring well-known seasonal favorites and holiday music from a wide variety of traditions. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

From three-time Tony® winner and Hamilton choreographer Andy Blankenbuehler. Six soldiers return from war and, through the power of music, finally find a place to call home. “The show defies you not to be moved” (Time Out New York).

Now in its 56th season, the Ball State University Singers have been entertaining audiences young and old through its songs of faith, hope, laughter, and love. The ensemble warms up the month of January with its annual Winter Cabaret. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

Come support the Ball State Opera Theatre at their fourth annual Gala event. The evening will feature several prominent opera students as well as voice faculty from the School of Music. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

Director of Orchestras Douglas Droste leads the BSSO in a wide range of musical works featuring this year's Undergraduate Solo/Concerto Competition winners. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

Come enjoy a night of standard jazz favorites and original compositions with the Ball State Jazz Ensembles. A jazz scholarship is also awarded at this annual concert in memory of School of Music alumnus Uttamlal “Tom” Shah who was killed in a U.S. Embassy bombing in Kenya in 1998. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

One of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies, Twelfth Night features a cross-dressing heroine, Viola, in search of her twin Sebastian after they are separated in a shipwreck.

Under the direction of Thomas Caneva and Caroline Hand, Ball State's top two band ensembles present a series of concerts each year featuring a wide range of band repertoire. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

One of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies, Twelfth Night features a cross-dressing heroine, Viola, in search of her twin Sebastian after they are separated in a shipwreck.

One of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies, Twelfth Night features a cross-dressing heroine, Viola, in search of her twin Sebastian after they are separated in a shipwreck.

One of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies, Twelfth Night features a cross-dressing heroine, Viola, in search of her twin Sebastian after they are separated in a shipwreck.

One of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies, Twelfth Night features a cross-dressing heroine, Viola, in search of her twin Sebastian after they are separated in a shipwreck.

One of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies, Twelfth Night features a cross-dressing heroine, Viola, in search of her twin Sebastian after they are separated in a shipwreck.

One of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies, Twelfth Night features a cross-dressing heroine, Viola, in search of her twin Sebastian after they are separated in a shipwreck.

The winner of Broadway.com’s Audience Choice Award for Best Musical, this breathtaking smash “captures the kid-at-heart,” says TIME Magazine. Vogue cheers, “It’s a must-see you’ll remember for years to come!” Originally directed by visionary Tony®-winner Diane Paulus and based on the critically-acclaimed Academy Award® winning film, FINDING NEVERLAND tells the incredible story behind one of the world’s most beloved characters: Peter Pan.

Triplet sisters are left in the forest by their woodcutter father. From this fairytale beginning, three resolutions are made.

Under the direction of Andrew Crow and Kerry Glann, the Ball State Chamber Choir and Concert Choir will present repertoire from around the world and across the centuries. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

Triplet sisters are left in the forest by their woodcutter father. From this fairytale beginning, three resolutions are made.

Over 35 million people on our blue planet have experienced the surprising and exciting show that is BLUE MAN GROUP. ​ ​And now, the Blue Men return with a new touring show — BLUE MAN GROUP SPEECHLESS TOUR.​ I​f you like normal, think again — ‘cause SPEECHLESS is full of joy, art, music, and hilarious absurdity. Join us and experience a new blue.

Triplet sisters are left in the forest by their woodcutter father. From this fairytale beginning, three resolutions are made.

Graduate and doctoral students conduct this all-student ensemble as it performs traditional and contemporary concert band repertoire representing a variety of music styles and periods. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

Triplet sisters are left in the forest by their woodcutter father. From this fairytale beginning, three resolutions are made.

Director of Orchestras Douglas Droste leads the BSSO in a wide range of musical works featuring this year's Graduate Solo/Concerto Competition winners. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

Under the direction of Thomas Caneva and Caroline Hand, Ball State's top two band ensembles present a series of concerts each year featuring a wide range of band repertoire. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

Join trombone professor Chris Van Hof and guest artist Joseph Alessi for a day of learning and music making. Mr. Alessi is principal trombone of the New York Philharmonic and is on faculty at The Juilliard School. Free and open to the public.

Lawrence Brownlee is one of the great voices of our time. Captivating audiences and critics around the world, he is a fixture at leading international opera houses and major orchestra halls, and his concerts have been broadcast to millions. Series subscriptions and single tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office.

A high-energy musical celebration of contemporary a cappella, conceived and arranged by Deke Sharon, vocal producer of Pitch Perfect and The Sing-Off, featuring four internationally recognized, award-winning, rising star ensembles. The charming boyband sound and moves of The Filharmonic; the rich harmonies of gospel/r&b legends Committed; chart-topping lead vocals and live-looping beatbox by Blake Lewis; internationally-inspired songstresses Women of the World.

CRAZY FOR YOU® tells the story of young New York banker Bobby Child, who falls for spunky Polly Baker.

CRAZY FOR YOU® tells the story of young New York banker Bobby Child, who falls for spunky Polly Baker.

CRAZY FOR YOU® tells the story of young New York banker Bobby Child, who falls for spunky Polly Baker.

CRAZY FOR YOU® tells the story of young New York banker Bobby Child, who falls for spunky Polly Baker.

CRAZY FOR YOU® tells the story of young New York banker Bobby Child, who falls for spunky Polly Baker.

CRAZY FOR YOU® tells the story of young New York banker Bobby Child, who falls for spunky Polly Baker.

Celebrate 56 fabulous years of the Ball State University Singers with a gold-studded, toe-tapping, finger-snapping, and hand-clapping two-hour extravaganza. Bring the entire family - don't miss the fun! Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

Celebrate 56 fabulous years of the Ball State University Singers with a gold-studded, toe-tapping, finger-snapping, and hand-clapping two-hour extravaganza. Bring the entire family - don't miss the fun! Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

The Ball State choral ensembles perform several concerts each semester offering repertoire from around the world and across the centuries. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

THE COLOR PURPLE is the 2016 Tony Award® winner for Best Musical Revival! Hailed as “a direct hit to the heart” (The Hollywood Reporter), this joyous American classic has conquered Broadway in an all-new "ravishingly reconceived production that is a glory to behold” (The New York Times). With a soul-raising, Grammy®-winning score of jazz, gospel, ragtime and blues, THE COLOR PURPLE gives an exhilarating new spirit to this Pulitzer Prize-winning story. Don’t miss this stunning re-imagining of an epic story about a young woman’s journey to love and triumph in the American South. Experience the exhilarating power of this Tony-winning triumph that New York Magazine calls “one of the greatest revivals ever.”

Frederick García Lorca’s final play explores themes of unreciprocated love, tradition, contained desire, and envy.

Frederick García Lorca’s final play explores themes of unreciprocated love, tradition, contained desire, and envy.

Frederick García Lorca’s final play explores themes of unreciprocated love, tradition, contained desire, and envy.

Under the stage direction of Jon Truitt, the Ball State Opera Theatre will present their Spring main-stage production (TBA) with full sets, costumes, and full orchestra conducted by Douglas Droste. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

Frederick García Lorca’s final play explores themes of unreciprocated love, tradition, contained desire, and envy.

Frederick García Lorca’s final play explores themes of unreciprocated love, tradition, contained desire, and envy.

Graduate and doctoral students conduct this all-student ensemble as it performs traditional and contemporary concert band repertoire representing a variety of music styles and periods. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

The Art of Jazz Series presents internationally-renowned artists in concert with the Ball State Jazz Ensembles under the direction of Mark Buselli, Freddie Mendoza, and Josiah Williams. This concert's guest artist is TBA. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

Under the direction of Thomas Caneva and Caroline Hand, Ball State's top two band ensembles present a series of concerts each year featuring a wide range of band repertoire. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.

Under the direction of Andrew Crow and Kerry Glann, the Ball State Chamber Choir and Concert Choir will present repertoire from around the world and across the centuries. Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium box office starting August 19.