Mexican singer-songwriter Sonia De Los Santos will showcase new songs from her 2021 album, Esperanza, which is Spanish for something we can always use more of - hope.
F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby remains a vivid account of how, in the absence of true equality, pursuing the “American dream” can lead to devastating effects. Known for their powerful immersion in classic texts, Aquila Theatre brings a relevant reimagination of this classic in which Gatsby is a man of color, setting the stage for themes of class, racism and discrimination to play vividly inside the meaning of the American Dream.
Aquila Theatre makes the relevance of political ambition and power-mongering surprisingly fresh with their creative vision of Shakespeare’s Macbeth. This electric rendition is keenly aware that a certain sound and fury persists.
Italian pianist Beatrice Rana has earned the Silver Prize at the Van Cliburn competition, headlined Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, and venues worldwide. Rana’s performance at Purdue will include four scherzos by Chopin, etudes by Debussy, and more.
Carole King penned a slew of 1960s hits, including “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman” for Aretha Franklin. This song and many more fuel Beautiful: The Carole King Musical that will make you “Feel the Earth Move.”
Tai Verdes, the breakout TikTok star, will perform at Purdue University as part of his HDTV Tour in support of his debut album TV, featuring “A-O-K,” “Stuck In The Middle,” “DRUGS,” more.
In an exclusive salon engagement, Tabea Debus (recorder) and Alon Sariel (lute), will present Ohrwurm, the German for “earworm.” Debus explores the 15th century origins of the recorder to present in a journey to fill your ears with music to remember.
Meet Jenna, a waitress who discovers she can create her own recipe for happiness. Waitress is the Tony®-nominated musical featuring original music by Sara Bareilles. Don’t miss the show New York Magazine called “sweet, sassy and passionate.”
Home Within by Silkroad melds clarinet, cello, voice, and oud with real-time imagery into an audiovisual meditation on loss, longing and the tragedy of the Syrian conflict—haunted, yet hopeful that those who still seek home will soon discover it.
Don’t miss Broadway’s Tony Award-winning Best Musical Jersey Boys—the behind the scenes true story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons
Dance to the Afrobeat and jùjú rhythms of Super Yamba Band. Led by African guitar virtuoso Kaleta, who has worked with Fela Kuti, Lauryn Hill, & King Sunny Ade, this party will fuel your shuffling feet and build momentum into the next Convos season!
Purdue Day of Giving is an annual, online-based fundraising event taking place on April 27th.
Dance to the Afrobeat and jùjú rhythms of Super Yamba Band. Led by African guitar virtuoso Kaleta, who has worked with Fela Kuti, Lauryn Hill, & King Sunny Ade, this party will fuel your shuffling feet and build momentum into the next Convos season!
Join us for a champagne toast, a preview of our 2022-23 season, and learn how to get the best seats in the house!
Sway is an Australian collective of acrobatic performance artists known for its stunts on top 14-foot sway poles. It will bring its new aerial show, Bloom!
Country Music singer-songwriter Larry Fleet will perform live at Loeb Playhouse at Purdue University on September 8, 2022.
Sway is an Australian collective of acrobatic performance artists known for its stunts on top 14-foot sway poles. It will bring its new aerial show, Bloom!
New York-based jazz singer Cécile McLorin Salvant confronts ghosts of her past and the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown in her latest acclaimed album, Ghost Song.
The Book of Mormon brings catchy songs, satirical storylines and outrageous comedy that only the creators of South Park can provide. Contains explicit language.
Christian French will perform live at Loeb Playhouse at Purdue University on October 20, 2022.
Broadway smash Legally Blonde The Musical warms the heart by proving that transformation and self-discovery can be way too much fun and hilarious to boot.
Third grader Grace decides to run for class president while questioning the lack of women in the White House in the family-friendly musical Grace for President.
Forever the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin’s courageous life of love, tragedy, and triumph comes to life in the new elevated concert experience, R.E.S.P.E.C.T.
Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy’s romance still captivates thanks to Aquila Theatre’s production of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, coming soon to Loeb Playhouse.
New York’s Aquila Theatre returns to Purdue to breathe new life into the Shakespeare classic Julius Caesar. Beautiful language and striking scenery make this a must-see.
New York’s Aquila Theatre returns to Purdue to breathe new life into the Shakespeare classic Julius Caesar. Beautiful language and striking scenery make this a must-see.
Old school funk and hip hop meets new school audiences when The Secret Agency hits the stage and classroom. This family-friendly show radiates positivity.
Classical pianist Kenny Broberg boasts an energetic and impressive repertoire that includes his take on master composers like Brahms and Liszt as well as original works.
Hear Christmas music in a way you’ve never heard before when the all-female, brass ensemble tenThing returns to Purdue for A Feeling of Norwegian Christmas.
Experience a new spin on jazz legend Dizzy Gillespie with New York trumpeter Sean Jones and his band Dizzy Spellz headlining the 2023 Purdue Jazz Festival.
The 2023 TEDxPurdueU will contain a “Terrarium” of ideas and research that explore technology, entertainment, culture, sustainability, and environmentalism.
CATS pounces on Purdue 42 years after first thrilling Broadway audiences with the triple threat of beautiful songs, athletic choreography, and furry leg warmers.
Enjoy a pint with the cast of The Strange Undoing of Prudencia Hart, an interactive and intimate theatre experience from Scotland.
