Entertainment

By BSU Communications— MUNCIE, IN – The College of Fine Arts and School of Music at Ball State University will host a special jazz concert featuring renowned trumpeter Byron Stripling and acclaimed vocalist Carmen Bradford at 7:30 p.m. this Saturday, Oct. 26, at Sursa Performance Hall. The concert, part of the University’s Arts Alive Series, is free and open to the public. “At Ball State, we value world-class experiences in the arts,” said Dr. Seth Beckman, dean of the College…

By Katherine Huggler— MUNCIE, IN—Muncie’s East Central Indiana Chamber Orchestra (ECICO) invites the public to its annual Fall Semester Concert, being presented in the auditorium of Muncie Central High School, on Saturday evening, October 26th, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. Admission and parking are Free for attendees, at 801 N Walnut St, Muncie IN. First-year ECICO Conductor Isaac Denniston, music & media instructor at Muncie Northside Middle school, and Conductor of the Anderson University Community Band, heads up this family-friendly program…

By Brea Cunningham—  MUNCIE, IN—Minnetrista Museum & Gardens invites the community to explore the rich history of food preservation with its original exhibition, Crisis Canning, opening October 12, 2024, and running through January 26, 2025. This exhibition highlights the evolution of canning as a crucial practice during times of crisis, showcasing historic objects from Minnetrista’s collection that exemplify how the art of food preservation has transformed from an ordinary cooking method into a vital form of emergency planning throughout American…

By Thomas Peek— MUNCIE, IN—They’re at it again! Father and son duo Thomas and Christopher Peek are set to release their second children’s book, “Capy & Pug Pug: GET SPOOKY,” on October 18 via Amazon. This spooky sequel follows their summer 2023 debut, “Capy & Pug Pug.” In this Halloween adventure, Capy & Pug Pug join forces with their bat friend Babbles. When the mischievous goblin Glumbo tricks them, our heroes must save Halloween’s spirit in the magical town of…

By Brittany Covert— MUNCIE, IN – The Muncie Civic Theatre is excited to announce its First Annual Fundraiser, “A Civic Soirée: The Great Gatsby Gala,” set to take place on October 26, 2024 at the Muncie Civic Theatre. This dazzling event, inspired by the Roaring Twenties, promises to be an unforgettable evening of elegance and entertainment – all in support of the arts and youth theatre programs that Muncie Civic Theatre brings to the community. Guests will dress to the…

By Planetarium staff— MUNCIE, IN— Coming to the Charles W. Brown Planetarium at Ball State University: Fridays: Oct. 4, 11, 18 at 6:30 p.m.—Saturdays: Oct. 5, 12, 19 at 6:30 p.m. What do you associate with Halloween? Trick-or-Treating, costumes… astronomy? After all, Halloween is an astronomical holiday.  During this planetarium program you will learn the history of Halloween and how it fits into the seasons as a “cross-quarter day.” We will also explore the night sky and learn what planets,…

By Ball State Communications— MUNCIE, Indiana – The David Owsley Museum of Art (DOMA) at Ball State University will showcase The Art of Elizabeth Catlett from the Collection of Samella Lewis from Sept. 19–Dec. 20, 2024. The exhibition features works from the collection of Dr. Samella Lewis (1923–2022), a renowned artist, educator, and author who was professor emerita of art history at Scripps College in Claremont, Calif. Dr. Lewis, a student of Ms. Catlett’s in the 1940s, was mentored by…

By Genet Soule— MUNCIE, IN—Please join the Paul Revere Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and Muncie Public Library (MPL) as we celebrate the foundation of America – the U.S. Constitution. When: Thursday, September 19, 6 p.m. Where: Kennedy Public Library 1700 W. McGalliard Road, Muncie What: A Celebration of the 237th Anniversary of the Constitution – “The Constitution in Black and White.” Program Come join us for an enlightening evening featuring a presentation by BSU Political Science Professor…

By Rick Zeigler— MUNCIE, IN–Acclaimed chamber music group SYBARITE5 will be performing in a FREE outdoor concert as part of the 2024 Muncie Three Trails Music Series. The concert will take place at 7:00 PM on Saturday, September 14th at Canan Commons (500 S. Walnut St.) in the heart of downtown Muncie, IN. The Ball State University Jazz Orchestra will open the show. In today’s turbulent modern world, we need to come together more. Diversity is a strength and chamber…