Entertainment

By: Jennifer Johnson— Muncie, IN—Travel back in time and experience the magic of Classical Kids LIVE! Mozart’s Magnificent Voyage with the Muncie Symphony Orchestra this Sunday, Feb. 16, 2020 at 4 p.m. in Emens Auditorium. Mozart’s Magnificent Voyage is an entertaining theatrical symphony concert about Mozart’s extraordinary life as a traveling child prodigy. The story opens with an old trunk that serves as a magic chest for an incredible journey back in time. The memorable music, performed by the Muncie Symphony Orchestra, is magically woven into the drama as two actors recreate historical incidents from Mozart’s life. Join us after…

By: Michelle Kinsey— Muncie, IN— “Even if you’re little, you can do a lot,” says super smart 5-year-old Matilda. Proof of that can be found in the musical “Matilda” at Muncie Civic Theatre. “Matilda” will take over the Mainstage Feb. 14-16, 21-23, and 27-29. Shows on Thursday, Friday and Saturday will begin at 7:30 p.m. and the Sunday matinees will begin at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults, $17 for groups of 10 and more, and $15 for students and children. For tickets or more information, go to www.munciecivic.org or call (765) 288-PLAY. Based on the 1988 book by…

By: Sarah Jenkins—  Muncie, IN — Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will perform one of Shakespeare’s most famous comedies with a 20th century twist at 7:30 p.m. February 7-8 and 11-15, and February 9 at 2:30 p.m. in University Theatre.  “Twelfth Night” tells the story of a disguised heroine, her twin brother, and passionate love interests. Ball State’s production will be set in the 1920s to show the freedoms women were fighting for, while celebrating love discovered outside the confines of heteronormative and gender binary expectations.  “While set a century ago, this production explores ideals and social norms…

By: Sarah Shaffer— Muncie, IN—Join Cornerstone Center for the Arts on Thursday, February 6 for the opening reception of Where the Wild Things Are featuring the photography of Mary Beth Reinhard. The reception will take place in the Judith Barnes Memorial Gallery on the second floor of Cornerstone from 5 to 7 p.m. in conjunction with February’s First Thursday events. Where the Wild Things Are, is a collection of North American animals found in their natural environment. Giving the animals the respect they deserve allows Reinhard to get close enough to develop a relationship with each animal which is often displayed…

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By: Woof Boom Radio— Muncie, IN—The 2020 Cincinnati Reds Caravan kicks off Thursday, Jan. 16 and will travel more than 3,500 miles over three days with stops in Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, West Virginia and Tennessee. The Muncie Stop will be Thursday, Jan. 16th at Stoops Automotive from 6 – 8 pm. Stoops Automotive is located at 4055 W. Clara Lane in Muncie, IN. The West Tour includes pitcher Amir Garrett, left fielder/infielder Josh VanMeter, minor league infielder Jonathan India, Reds Hall of Famer Tom Browning, broadcasters Jim Day & Jeff Piecoro and Vice President of Player Development Shawn Pender. Muncie’s Sports…

By: Debra Roberts— Muncie, IN – The Cornfed Derby Dames will hold their Season 10 home opener on Saturday, February 8 at the Delaware County Fairgrounds in the Memorial Building. The CFDD All-Stars will take on Demolition City Roller Derby’s Dynamite Dolls, from Evansville, Indiana and the Muncie MissFits will play Wisconsin United Roller Derby, Wisconsin’s all-gender roller derby league based out of Madison. Doors open for the double header at 5 p.m. with a 6 p.m. start time for the All-Stars game. Tickets at the door are $12 per person (cash or card) or $10 in advance through Brown Paper…

By: Stephen Mortland—  Muncie, IN—Tracey the pencil dog and her crew guide visitors through the basics of turning a story into an animation at Minnetrista’s newest exhibit. On January 25, the newest addition to Minnetrista’s educational repertoire is an exhibit that seeks to educate visitors about the art and science of animation. Animationland transports visitors of all ages to a fantastical land with a quirky cast of characters where inspiration is everywhere. The exhibit focuses on the basics of the animation process using interactive features including a sketching studio, a sound effects booth and the opportunity to plan and star…