Category: 2018-19 Season

A collage of fan favorite musicians, performers, and entertainers in vibrant settings—including highlights from Convos 2018-19—showcases group performances, solo acts, and playful character costumes expressing diverse artistry.

Fan favorites of the Convos 2018-19 season

Another season has come and gone here at Convos. With so many wonderful artists and performances, we had to ask our staff what their favorite performance was this year! Dr. Amanda Mayes, Manager of Education “My favorite show was Frankenstein...

Performers in medieval costumes sing and dance on stage, with colorful castle scenery and sparkling dancers in the background, creating a lively Spamalot musical—one of the top reasons to see Spamalot for an unforgettable theatrical experience.

5 Reasons You Have to See Spamalot

1. The Broadway production (Spamalot) won three Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and was followed by two successful West End runs. 2. [Spamalot] features a chorus of hunky men and sexy dancing girls, eye-popping sets, lavish costumes, plenty of fun...

Five actors in medieval knight costumes stand in a row on stage with arms around each other’s shoulders, bringing the legend of King Arthur to life. The text “Monty Python’s Spamalot” appears boldly in front of them.

Interview with a King

Spamalot has been on Broadway since 2004, and in that time it has garnered praise from every corner of the musical theater world. The show was nominated for Tony Awards, even winning Best Musical in 2005 following the show’s debut at Chicago’s Schubert...

Monty Python’s Spamalot: Fact, Faux, or Folklore

King Arthur’s legendary “Knights of the Round Table” used to sit at a rectangular table. The Holy Grail possesses the ability to heal the sick, and provide youthfulness and food. King Arthur was not just a king, he was a...

Five actors in King Arthur-inspired medieval knight costumes stand in a row on stage, smiling and posing with hands on each other's shoulders before a grand stone castle backdrop.

Things to Know about Monty Python’s Spamalot Before the Show…

The musical Monty Python’s Spamalot is based on the film Monty Python and the Holy Grail. King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table first embarked on a search for The Holy Grail in the very, very low-budget 1975...

Black Violin’s Best Covers

It shouldn't be news that Wil B and Kev Marcus, the classically-trained duo who make up Black Violin, have transcended their classical roots. They have been revolutionizing the way we view violins and violas to keep classical music relevant for...

A woman smiling at the camera on the left; on the right, STOMP company manager and Purdue grad Michelle Warble joins two performers banging sticks on metal barrels in a dynamic, colorful setting.

Get to know Purdue grad and STOMP company manager Michelle Warble

Story by Dannah Williams | Graduate Marketing Intern | Krannert '19 Purdue graduate and current STOMP tour manager Michelle Warble has done nothing but make her fellow Boilermakers proud. From enrolling at Purdue in the fall of 1996 to touring...

David Finckel in a black suit and Wu Han with long black hair and red lipstick, both dressed in white shirts, stand side by side against a dark background, facing forward.

I’m voting for David Finckel and Wu Han for Couple of the Year

Valentine’s Day is behind us, but we should still take some time to gush over the cutest couple in classical music: David Finckel and Wu Han. Whether you’re part of a couple, or partying on your own, here are 7...

Did you know? STOMP Edition

PERFORMANCE FACTS • STOMP has performed in over 350 cities in 36 countries worldwide. • STOMP’s New York City production will celebrate its 15th year at the Orpheum Theatre in February of 2009, which makes it one of the longest-running...

A lively crowd at a concert with vibrant stage lights, overlaid by a white banner featuring bold black text reading 61st GRAMMY AWARDS, highlights the excitement of the Grammy Awards 2019.

61st Grammy Awards this Sunday

The 61st Grammy Awards are this Sunday at 8PM EST! Below are nominees from the general categories and nominees that are Convocations alumni. Album of the Year By The Way, I Forgive You by Brandi Carlile "The Joke" video H.E.R....

Two men sit and smile in a bar, sharing stories over Two Pints. The word CANCELLED is written in large red letters across the image.

Entire run of Two Pints now cancelled

Most of the time our motto is “the show must go on” but unfortunately despite all of our efforts that is not the case for TWO PINTS. We have now learned that Visas will not be processed in time for...

Who is Stefon Harris?

Stefon Harris's passionate artistry and astonishing virtuosity have propelled him to the forefront of the jazz scene. Heralded as "one of the most important artists in jazz" (The Los Angeles Times), he has been named a recipient of the 2018...