Purdue Convocations is leading a nationwide study aimed at understanding the impact a live performance has on a student’s literacy skills. This project will use Jack London’s book and Theatre Heroes’ theatrical production of Call of the Wild.
Under the direction of Grammy Award-winning drummer, Ulysses Owens Jr., the 1960’s are explored through the work of three prolific artists: Joni Mitchell, Abbey Lincoln, and Nina Simone. To effectively deliver this vast repertoire, the program features vocalists Theo Bleckmann, Alicia Olatuja, and Joanna Majoko.
Jiji is an award-winning guitarist from South Korea. Her repertoire includes classical sonatas and electronically tinged soundscapes from her own works as a performer and DJ.
What is folk music? Purdue instructional developer Daniel Guberman discusses the evolution of folk from Lomax’s field recordings to the instant gratification of the 21st century.
Learn how the talented actors & musicians in Cabaret are one in the same. Go behind the scenes first, then reserve your seat at the Kit Kat Club January 11.
We are so thankful for all those who support us – from Friends of Convocations to our student organizations and educators. Have a Happy Thanksgiving!
Our newly created graduate research assistant position will play an essential role in helping to organize and analyze data collected through our nationwide performing arts research project.
Convocations is leading national study of more than 10,000 children to determine what impact live performance has on a student’s understanding of literature.
Christina & Michelle Naughton, Piano Duo – November 10, 2017 | Loeb Playhouse
Due to a tour production issue, the Carnahan Hall performance of the show had to be cancelled.
Alton Brown has some homemade Halloween treats to make at home. See Alton Brown Live: Eat Your Science at Purdue’s Elliott Hall, Sunday, Oct. 22.
Gina Cuffari, bassoonist for Orpheus Chamber Orchestra (Oct. 15 / Loeb Playhouse), selected the top five albums she’s currently listening to.