Entertainment

By Ball State Communications— MUNCIE, IN—The David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) at Ball State University will showcase a special exhibition of work by award-winning illustrator Nora Krug from Feb. 19–Jun. 13, 2026. Nora Krug: Belonging features more than 200 original drawings and paintings, along with historical artifacts, letters, photographs, and personal items that inspired the artist’s work. The exhibition was organized by the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge, Mass., and curated by Stephanie Haboush Plunkett, chief curator. DOMA will also host…

By Amy Leffingwell— MUNCIE, IN—Looking for a unique Valentine’s date night? Skip the predictable dinner reservations and share an unforgettable evening at the theatre instead. Whether you’re celebrating love, friendship, or just a mutual appreciation for smart comedy, Groundhog Day offers a night out that’s anything but ordinary. Muncie Civic Theatre invites audiences to relive the day, again and again, with its Mainstage production of Groundhog Day, running February 12 through February 22. Based on the beloved cult classic and…

By Amy Leffingwell— MUNCIE, IN—What if one day the world suddenly decided that everything should be a musical, and you absolutely hated musicals? That’s the hilariously terrifying premise of The Guy Who Didn’t Like Musicals, running February 13-22 in the Studio at Muncie Civic Theatre. This fast-paced, laugh-out-loud musical comedy delivers big jokes, catchy songs, and just enough chaos to keep audiences on the edge of their seats. From the creators of cult-favorite musical comedies, The Guy Who Didn’t Like…

By R. Brian Wolfe— MUNCIE, IN—The Muncie and Western Model Railroad Club announces its 34th Annual Muncie Model Train Show to be held Saturday, February 28 from 10 A.M. to 3 P.M. at the Delaware County Fairgrounds at 1210 N. Wheeling Avenue.  Admission is only $5 for each adult—children 12 and under are admitted free.  Indiana’s largest, longest-running, single-day model train show will be held in both the Memorial and Heartland buildings.  Proceeds from the train show are used to…

By Ball State Communications— MUNCIE, Indiana — The Ball State Opera Theatre program presents its 10th annual Opera Gala at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 7, at Sursa Performance Hall in Ball State’s Music Instruction Building. This year’s gala celebrates a decade of Ball State Opera’s excellence and showcases the talent of students, faculty, and alumni. This signature event highlights the University’s commitment to training professional performers and fostering community engagement. “The Opera Gala is always a wonderful opportunity to see our…

By Ball State Communications— MUNCIE, IN — Ball State University’s Arts Alive! series continues with an on-campus presentation followed by a Q&A with artist Jeffrey Gibson at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 4, at Pruis Hall. The event will conclude with a reception and light refreshments. This special lecture is free and open to the public. Parking is available in the New York Parking Garage (located east of Pruis Hall, off New York Avenue), and is free after 7 p.m. Jeffrey Gibson…

By  Lena Reid— MUNCIE, IN—Destination: Muncie is inviting locals and visitors to eat their way through Delaware County with Destination: Munchie, a limited-time dining campaign celebrating the community’s culinary scene. Running now through January 31, participating restaurants will offer an exclusive three-course menu at a set price determined by each restaurant. Menus and pricing will vary, and some locations may require reservations. “When we support our restaurants, we support jobs, small businesses, and the overall visitor experience that makes Muncie…

By Brea Cunningham— MUNCIE, IN—Minnetrista Museum & Gardens announces the opening of Emmett Till & Mamie Till-Mobley: Let the World See, on view January 24 through April 12, 2026, in the Center Building, Gallery 3. This powerful exhibition examines the life and legacy of Emmett Till and his mother, Mamie Till-Mobley, whose courage and resolve helped galvanize the modern civil rights movement. The exhibition tells the story of Emmett Till, a 14-year-old boy whose brutal murder in 1955 shocked the…

By Ball State Communications— MUNCIE, IN— Ball State University will present the Tony Award®–winning musical CHICAGO at Emens Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 22. Tickets are on sale now through Ticketmaster, at the Emens Box Office (1800 W. Riverside Ave.), or by phone at 765-285-1539. With a book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse and music by John Kander with lyrics by Fred Ebb, CHICAGO is the longest-running American musical in Broadway history. The production has earned six Tony Awards®, two Olivier…