Entertainment

By Ball State Communications– MUNCIE, Indiana — Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present CATS March 20–21 at 7:30 p.m. and March 22 at 2:30 p.m. in Emens Auditorium. Tickets are on sale through Ticketmaster, at the Emens Box Office (1800 W. Riverside Ave.), or by phone at 765-285-1539. With music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and based on Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats by T.S. Eliot, CATSis directed and choreographed by Anne Beck, assistant professor of musical theatre and tap dance at Ball State, with musical direction by Michael Rafter, associate professor of musical theatre. On one special night…

By Brea Cunningham— MUNCIE, IN—Minnetrista Museum & Gardens, will welcome Joshua Harris-Till for a series of community-centered programs March 14–16, 2026, offering meaningful opportunities for reflection, conversation, and connection inspired by the exhibition Emmett Till & Mamie Till-Mobley: Let the World See. As a cousin of Emmett Till, Harris-Till brings a deeply personal perspective to one of the most pivotal stories in American civil rights history. Through storytelling, guided discussion, and interactive community engagement, he will share his family’s lived experience while exploring how the legacy of Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley continues to shape conversations about justice, memory, and…

By Carl Schafer, Co-Owner, Gordy Fine Art and Framing—  MUNCIE, IN—Kevin Campbell’s monumental and ever-evolving Puzzle Project is currently on view at Gordy Fine Art & Framing Company through March 28. The exhibition features several groupings from the large work, along with a composite image illustrating what the entire Puzzle Project would look like if fully assembled.  The expansive composition now includes nearly 3,000 individual pieces and would measure approximately 44’ x 48’ if fully assembled. Campbell began the Puzzle Project in 1994 with the intention of creating a single work of art that could grow indefinitely. By joining sheets…

By Christian Faith Publishing— MUNCIE, IN—In her book titled No Rain, No Roses, the author has compiled her story as if she is sitting at the table with you while having a cup of coffee. Cindy Bozell’s story is heartbreaking, heartwarming, humorous, and much more. The most important objective or aim of the book is to show others how she is living out her God assignment— which she believes with all her heart and soul is to minister to women in mentally or physically abusive relationships. Her primary purpose is to give women hope.  Cindy takes you on her intimate…

By Brea Cunningham— MUNCIE, IN—Experience the vibrant tapestry of Indiana’s artistic talent at the 36th Minnetrista Annual Juried Art Show, on view from February 28 through May 3, 2026, at Minnetrista Museum & Gardens. Celebrating creativity across the Hoosier State, this juried exhibition showcases a diverse array of artistic expressions and invites visitors to immerse themselves in the rich world of fine art. This year’s exhibition was juried by Erika Kvam, Director and Head Curator of Purdue University Galleries. Kvam, an Indiana native, brings a strong background in museum leadership and curatorial practice, with academic training in History, Classical Studies,…

By Rick Zeigler— MUNCIE, IN—The Muncie Three Trails Music Series is pleased to officially announce its 2026 lineup. This will be the 13th season in which the series presents critically acclaimed national recording artists in completely free concerts (no tickets needed). And in 2026, for only the second time, there will be seven such concerts, four at Canan Commons in downtown Muncie and three at the Brown Family Amphitheater at Ball State University. All shows begin at 7 PM and are All Ages. Complete information on the series and all artists, including videos, can be found at www.munciethreetrails.com. We are…

By Doug Zaleski— MUNCIE, IN—Muncie, Delaware County and Ball State University have produced numerous standout players and coaches for many decades. That rich tradition in sports is being put in the spotlight in a new podcast produced by a familiar name. Doug Zaleski, who covered the local sports scene at the Muncie Evening Press and the Muncie Star Press for 26 years, and hosted a local radio sports talk show on WXFN 1340 for three years, this week launched a new project to bring those special people back into the local conversation. Muncie Sports Spotlight made its debut this week…

By Ball State Communications— MUNCIE, IN — MOMIX Alice will bring acrobatics, illusion, and inventive movement to Ball State University’s Emens Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, 2026. Tickets are on sale online at Ticketmaster, at the Emens Box Office (1800 W. Riverside Ave.),  or by phone at 765-285-1539. Created by Moses Pendleton, MOMIX Alice is inspired by Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland and blends illusion, acrobatics, magic, and whimsy as audiences travel down the rabbit hole. “I don’t intend to retell the whole Alice story, but to use it as a taking-off point for invention,” Mr. Pendleton said, “I’m curious to see what will…