Category: 2019-20 Season

A group of energetic performers on stage, dressed in colorful, eclectic costumes, stand together with one arm raised triumphantly, singing under bright stage lights in a vibrant scene from the musical RENT.

5 Fun Facts About RENT

In 1996, an original rock musical by a little-known composer opened on Broadway…and forever changed the landscape of American theatre. Two decades later, Jonathan Larson’s RENT continues to speak loudly and defiantly to audiences across generations and all over the world....

A woman wearing a wide-brimmed hat and a patterned jacket stands in a grassy field, channeling Margo Price's Diamond in the Rough spirit as she looks calmly at the camera. Trees and a cloudy sky stretch out in the background.

Margo Price: Diamond in the Rough

Get an intimate look at musician Margo Price’s life story. Read about her East Nashville roots, career milestones, and the profound meaning behind her tattoos.

Two women facing each other, smiling and playing a hand-clapping game against a plain, warm-toned background. Their light-colored, vintage-style blouses evoke the minimalism and timeless charm of The Color Purple.

Minimalism Brings Down Barriers In “The Color Purple”

In the current revival of “The Color Purple,” rural Georgia meets spare minimalism. The action takes place on a plain wooden stage. Props are few: a cluster of well-worn chairs, woven baskets, some fabric, a Bible. Even less would be...

A woman wearing a light jacket and a yellow patterned scarf smiles broadly and laughs against a warm brown backdrop, radiating joy worthy of a scene from The Color Purple.

6 Star-Studded Facts About The Color Purple

By Kristen Day Chances are, you've heard of The Color Purple. But how well do you know these famous facts about the show? The Color Purple made its Broadway debut in 2005. The producers included Oprah Winfrey and Quincy Jones....

A child in a green shirt writes on a “Story Kit” worksheet at a desk, inspired by Story Pirates. An eraser, pencil case, and another worksheet for planning a story are also on the desk.

Story Pirates study published

Purdue Convocations will publish data from a research study on the intersection of literacy and the performing arts. Purdue Convocations conducted a study of the “Story Pirates” theatre education program to investigate its effect on children’s writing skills. Several key...

A man with long curly hair, reminiscent of Cameron Graves, plays piano on stage, looking toward the camera. Soft, colorful stage lights illuminate the scene, creating a warm and intimate atmosphere.

5 Things You Didn’t Know About Cameron Graves

Hailed by Rolling Stone as “the house pianist for the party at the end of the universe,” Cameron Graves is revitalizing funk, jazz, soul and fusion with kaleidoscopic, kinetic energy. Get to know the visionary composer, keyboardist, and pianist below...

Purdue Convocations presents its 2019-20 season

Purdue Convocations' 2019-20 season will feature more than 30 events, including an array of Broadway musicals, lectures, theatre, music and concerts. In addition to the following performances, Purdue Convocations and the Purdue Student Concert Committee will continue to announce additional...

A group of children and adults sit in teal theater seats, captivated by the magic of theatre. A smiling woman with a girl in a red dress drinking from a cup sits in the foreground. Everyone looks engaged and happy.

Measuring the Magic of Theatre

Theatre is magical. For a few hours, we sit down and are completely immersed into a different world. The performances we see promote connections with the actors on stage and fellow audience members. Theatre transports us to different places and...