Grammy Award®-winning artist Lauren Daigle will be performing at Elliott Hall of Music on August 15, 2025. Known for her powerful voice and chart-topping hits like "You Say" and "Trust in You," Daigle promises an unforgettable evening of heartfelt music and personal connection with her fans.
Cirque Kikasse brings high-flying acrobatics to the Purdue Memorial Union South Lawn for two FREE performances. Watch in awe as the troupe performs atop their extraordinary food truck and turns restaurant prep into
gravity-defying feats of fun, building towers in the sky and creating comic chaos. A playful, virtuosic circus performance that's sure to captivate all ages.
Cirque Kikasse brings high-flying acrobatics to the Purdue Memorial Union South Lawn for two FREE performances. Watch in awe as the troupe performs atop their extraordinary food truck and turns restaurant prep into
gravity-defying feats of fun, building towers in the sky and creating comic chaos. A playful, virtuosic circus performance that's sure to captivate all ages.
Cirque Kikasse brings high-flying acrobatics to the Purdue Memorial Union South Lawn for two FREE performances. Watch in awe as the troupe performs atop their extraordinary food truck and turns restaurant prep into
gravity-defying feats of fun, building towers in the sky and creating comic chaos. A playful, virtuosic circus performance that's sure to captivate all ages.
Cirque Kikasse brings high-flying acrobatics to the Purdue Memorial Union South Lawn for two FREE performances. Watch in awe as the troupe performs atop their extraordinary food truck and turns restaurant prep into
gravity-defying feats of fun, building towers in the sky and creating comic chaos. A playful, virtuosic circus performance that's sure to captivate all ages.
Celebrate global cultures at the 30th Annual West Lafayette Global Fest! Presented by the City of West Lafayette, Purdue Convocations, and the International Center, this free, family-friendly event features international music, cuisine, and hands-on cultural activities. Enjoy sights, sounds, and flavors from around the world—right in West Lafayette!
Purdue audiences will remember Melissa White from her amazing spring 2024 appearance. White returns with the Grammy-winning Harlem Quartet—Ilmar Gavilán, Jaime Amador, and Felix Umansky—known for dynamic performances and a fresh take on classical music.
Praised by The New York Times for their “panache,” they’ve also earned acclaim from Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Ted Nash, who called them “one of the greatest string quartets I have ever heard.”
This outrageous musical comedy follows the adventures of a mismatched pair of missionaries, sent halfway across the world to spread the Good Word. With standing room only productions in London, on Broadway, and across North America, THE BOOK OF MORMON has truly become an international sensation.
Comedian Tom Segura, known for his Netflix specials and hit podcasts, will bring his COME TOGETHER tour to Elliott Hall of Music on October 24, 2025. Following the success of his I'M COMING EVERYWHERE WORLD TOUR, Segura's new hour of comedy is sure to deliver his signature humor to fans nationwide.
Called "a master of dynamics" by Acoustic Guitar and praised by The New York Times, Martin Sexton is known for his emotionally rich voice and powerful live shows.
In his Abbey Road Show, Sexton performs the iconic Beatles album front-to-back, blending hits like "Here Comes the Sun" and "I Want You (She's So Heavy)" with stories and personal reflections that bring the music to life.
Called "a master of dynamics" by Acoustic Guitar and praised by The New York Times, Martin Sexton is known for his emotionally rich voice and powerful live shows.
In his Abbey Road Show, Sexton performs the iconic Beatles album front-to-back, blending hits like "Here Comes the Sun" and "I Want You (She's So Heavy)" with stories and personal reflections that bring the music to life.
Renowned Christian band MercyMe will be performing at Elliott Hall of Music on November 9, 2025. This concert will be filled with worship and your favorite songs from MercyMe, Natalie Grant, and Sam Wesley!
To celebrate the 10-year legacy of our Steinway D concert grand, gifted by John & Janet Nine, Convocations welcomes back Eric Zuber—the artist who helped select and dedicate the piano.
A Romantic repertoire specialist and award-winning pianist, Zuber will perform landmark works by Beethoven, Chopin, and Tchaikovsky—because great artistry deserves to be celebrated with the instrument that helps make it possible.
The Gift of Christmas is a heartwarming holiday piano concert celebrating love, peace, family, and friendship. Enjoy timeless Christmas classics, Brickman's biggest hits like "The Gift" and "Valentine," plus joyful surprises.
Join us for this feel-good concert offering timeless music, a few laughs, and a cozy atmosphere perfect for celebrating the season with friends and family.
Broadway's Tony® and Grammy Award®-winning big-hearted musical hit, Kinky Boots, captivates and entertains audiences around the world with a score by Cyndi Lauper, book by Harvey Fierstein, and original direction and choreography by Jerry Mitchell.
Based on true events, Kinky Boots follows the journey of an unlikely pair who discover that you change the world when you change your mind.
With 26 albums and 16 Grammy® nominations, Yellowjackets have spent 43 years redefining jazz. Known for their signature electro-acoustic sound, the group blends innovation with deep jazz roots.
Longtime members Russell Ferrante, William Kennedy, and Bob Mintzer lead this influential ensemble, opening the 36th Purdue Jazz Festival with a performance full of artistry and energy.
Join us on Tuesday, Jan. 27 to learn about the Creative Hub and connect with likeminded students. Learn about the pre-professional, hands-on, creative outlets Purdue Convocations and Elliott Hall of Music has to offer.
Join us for Purdue University's Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Event.
Jazz at Lincoln Center with Wynton Marsalis is a world-renowned ensemble dedicated to preserving and advancing the legacy of jazz.
Led by trumpeter and artistic director Wynton Marsalis, the group blends classic works with new compositions, known for its virtuosic musicianship, innovation, and impact on the modern jazz scene.
The Acting Company brings Charles Dickens' Great Expectations to life in a fresh, funny, and thrilling stage adaptation by Nikki Massoud.
Follow Pip's journey through eccentric characters, decaying mansions, and unexpected twists.
A launchpad for stars like Kevin Kline and Patti LuPone, the acclaimed troupe returns to Loeb Playhouse with its signature blend of talent and theatrical excellence.
The Acting Company brings Charles Dickens' Great Expectations to life in a fresh, funny, and thrilling stage adaptation by Nikki Massoud.
Follow Pip's journey through eccentric characters, decaying mansions, and unexpected twists.
A launchpad for stars like Kevin Kline and Patti LuPone, the acclaimed troupe returns to Loeb Playhouse with its signature blend of talent and theatrical excellence.
STOMP is explosive, provocative, sophisticated, sexy, utterly unique, and appeals to audiences of all ages. The return of the percussive hit also brings some new surprises, with some sections of the show now updated and restructured, and the addition of two new full-scale routines, utilizing props like tractor tire inner tubes and paint cans. STOMP. See what all the noise is about.
The global sensation DUNGEONS & DRAGONS comes to life on stage in a hilarious, interactive adventure! Choose heroes, battle monsters, and shape the story in this epic quest.
Perfect for die-hard gamers, the D&D-curious, and lovers of fantasy. No two shows are ever the same—prepare for a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience!
The global sensation DUNGEONS & DRAGONS comes to life on stage in a hilarious, interactive adventure! Choose heroes, battle monsters, and shape the story in this epic quest.
Perfect for die-hard gamers, the D&D-curious, and lovers of fantasy. No two shows are ever the same—prepare for a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience!
Everyone's favorite Scottish nanny is headed to West Lafayette in "a feel-good, family-friendly comedy that delivers" (The Hollywood Reporter).
Based on the beloved film, it's "the lovable, big-hearted musical comedy we need right now" (Chicago Tribune) — one that proves we're better together.
For 2026, TEDxPurdueU invites heroes of all kinds to embark on their own Odyssey—a journey of adventure, challenge, and transformation. From innovation and science to creativity and culture, each odyssey is unique.
Whether it's a return, a discovery, or something entirely new, TEDxPurdueU offers a platform to explore and share these powerful stories.
TEDxPurdueU is an independently organized event by Purdue University students.
Ax and the Hatchetmen are a six-piece indie rock band from Chicago led by Axel Ellis. With energetic shows and horn-driven sound, they’ve grown since 2018 and released new music on Arista Records, including their Constant Change EP featuring Albert Hammond Jr. They’ll bring their high-energy performance to Loeb Playhouse at Purdue on April 8, 2026.
Based on Tim Burton's dearly beloved film, BEETLEJUICE tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes.
Entertainment Weekly calls it "a feast for the eyes and the soul!"
Grammy-winning, multi-platinum rock band Soul Asylum rose from Minneapolis’ punk scene to global fame with Grave Dancers Union and the iconic hit “Runaway Train.” Fans can experience a rare, intimate acoustic performance by Dave Pirner and Ryan Smith when Soul Asylum and special guest Corey Glover (Living Colour) perform at Purdue's Loeb Playhouse on April 10, 2026.
Magdalena Bay is a Los Angeles–based pop duo formed by Mica Tenenbaum and Matthew Lewin, blending sharp pop songwriting, immersive visuals, and a forward-looking sense of nostalgia into a distinctly modern, internet-native sound. They will be coming to Elliott Hall of Music on April 23, 2026.
Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through "The Change" is the laugh-out-loud sequel to the international hit, celebrating women navigating life after 40.
Set five years after their first adventure, our four friends reunite for high-seas hilarity, heart, and toe-tapping parodies from the '70s, '80s, and '90s.
It's a joyful ride through hot flashes, mood swings, and the power of friendship.
Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through "The Change" is the laugh-out-loud sequel to the international hit, celebrating women navigating life after 40.
Set five years after their first adventure, our four friends reunite for high-seas hilarity, heart, and toe-tapping parodies from the '70s, '80s, and '90s.
It's a joyful ride through hot flashes, mood swings, and the power of friendship.
Purdue Convocations is self-supporting. Your ticket purchases and generous gifts are our sole sources of revenue. Make a gift to Convos on Purdue Day of Giving, April 29, 2066, or make a pledge ahead of time to support world-class performing arts in your community.