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Los Angeles Guitar Quartet

Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN

Since 1980, the Los Angeles Guitar Quartet has embraced the diverse, adventurous spirit of guitar virtuoso Andreś Segovia and infused new vigor into canonical classics while bridging classical, jazz, rock and pop in contemporary explorations.

$22 – $28

Condoleezza Rice

Elliott Hall of Music 712 3rd Street, West Lafayette, IN

Sixty-sixth Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice sits down with Purdue President Mitch Daniels as part of the Giant Leaps Series, a year-long lecture series as part of Purdue’s 150th Anniversary.

Free

Big Gigantic

Elliott Hall of Music 712 3rd Street, West Lafayette, IN

Giant Leaps Free Fall Concert at Slayter Hill on Homecoming Weekend will feature Big Gigantic with special guest MadeinTYO.

Rent

Elliott Hall of Music 712 3rd Street, West Lafayette, IN

The 20th anniversary of this timeless celebration of friendship and creativity reminds us to measure our lives with the only thing that truly matters—love.

$29 – $62

The Odyssey

Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN

Across centuries and civilizations, The Odyssey remains a testament to the human spirit, the will to wander and the yearning for home.

$22 – $28

1984

Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN

How far are we from Orwell's dystopian nightmare...or in what ways are we already there?

Camille Thomas, cello

Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN

Paris-born Camille Thomas is a rising-star cellist delivering dynamic virtuosity on her 18th-century Gagliano cello, while letting breathe her blend of verve, intimacy, and tenderness on works from Brahms, Beethoven and more.

$15 – $20

Harlem 100

Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN

Harlem 100 presents sounds and ideas from Fats Waller, Duke Ellington, Langston Hughes, Billie Holiday and more in a modern-day variety-show homage to the Harlem Renaissance.

$24 – $30

The Color Purple

Elliott Hall of Music 712 3rd Street, West Lafayette, IN

Heralded by New York Magazine as, “one of the greatest revivals ever,” 2016 Tony® Award winner The Color Purple stunningly reimagines Alice Walker’s American classic and reinforces the power of perseverance and hope.

$29 – $62

One Small Step

Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN

This action-packed tale about the “space race” includes dozens of characters—all played by two extraordinary actors from Oxford Playhouse in England. Check your oxygen, adjust your space suit and buckle up for the biggest mission of all time!

$15 – $20

Yi-Nuo Wang, piano

Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN

Fresh off her first place finish at the Concert Artists Guild Victor Emaleh Competition, pianist Yi-Nuo Wang makes her Purdue debut.

$15 – $20

Novalima

Carnahan Hall 2200 Elmwood Ave, Lafayette, IN, United States

Blending electronica beats with traditional instruments and tempos of Afro-Peruvian folk, Novalima conjures the soundtrack to both contemporary midnight mysteries and cultures that have endured for hundreds of years.

$20 – $25

Nassim

A Purdue Convocations presentation at Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette 313 N 5th St, Lafayette, IN, United States

Nassim is an exhilarating, playful and soulful work about how an open mind for spontaneity and camaraderie keeps us human.

$20 – $25

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show

Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN

Ready to wriggle its way into your heart with a sweet and gentle show featuring a menagerie of 75 lovable puppets!

$12 – $17

Artemis

Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN

The Artemis sextet gathers their genius for selections spanning Theolonius Monk to the Beatles – presented with passion, power and sensitivity. Jazz Fest participants can order group tickets by calling 765-495-3933.

$24 – $30

Neyla Pekarek

Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN

Cellist/vocalist Neyla Pekarek—formerly of the Grammy®️-nominated indie-folk band the Lumineers – combines Americana, blues, 60s pop and more on her 2019 solo debut Rattlesnake.

$20 – $25

Alice in Wonderland

Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN

This innovative interpretation of the beloved classic remains faithful to Lewis Carroll’s lively humor while springing several surprises of its own. Join Alice at the gateway to imagination.

$12 – $17

Guangdong Modern Dance Company

Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN

Founded in 1992, Guangdong Modern Dance Company explores China’s modern identity, cultural history and social perspectives through contemporary dance.

$22 – $30

Erth’s Prehistoric Aquarium Adventure

Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN

In this immersive production, you'll jump in and explore unknown depths of the ocean–where prehistoric marine reptiles lived eons ago...and perhaps still exist today!

$12 – $17

Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin

Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN

Founded in 1982, this Grammy-winning chamber orchestra is bringing the Baroque to life with lesser known works by composers like Vivaldi, Handel, Bach and more.

$22 – $28

Blue Man Group

Elliott Hall of Music 712 3rd Street, West Lafayette, IN

Back at Purdue for the first time since 2013, this Blue Man Group performance is infused with new music, fresh stories, custom-built instruments, sensory-stimulating graphics and unforgettable entertainment.

$29 – $62

TEDxPurdueU

Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN

How do we choose the paths we take in life? Is there a better way? Does a balanced life mean a happy life? Join us for a discussion of Ikigai—a Japanese concept that translates to “a reason for being”—and discover how its principles can shape our lives.

$17 – $23

The Brother Brothers

West Lafayette, IN, United States

After making their Purdue debut last year opening for I’m With Her, the Brother Brothers are back for more as the Outreach Artists-in-Residence.

Free

Walk On: The Story of Rosa Parks

Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN

Exciting and inspirational, Walk On: The Story of Rosa Parks shows how individual determination makes a difference in freedom and equality for all.

$12 – $17

Casting Crowns

Elliott Hall of Music 712 3rd Street, West Lafayette, IN

After an amazing performance in 2017, Casting Crowns makes their triumphant return to Elliott Hall of Music with Matthew West as part of their Only Jesus Tour.

$26 – $85

Third Coast Percussion

Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN

Accompanying the Oscar®-nominated film Paddle to the Sea live, Third Coast Percussion interweaves original compositions with water-inspired works to create a piece both spirited and serene.

$22 – $28

West Lafayette Global Fest Care Package

West Lafayette, IN, United States

The West Lafayette Global Fest Care Package can help create a global experience where you are, while helping to support the event for the years of growth ahead.
Care Packages are $20 each.

Manual Cinema’s Christmas Carol

West Lafayette, IN, United States
Virtual Event Virtual Event

Friday, December 4 @ 8pm EST / Saturday, December 5 @ 8pm EST
Friday, December 11 @ 8pm EST / Saturday, December 12 @ 8pm EST
Sunday, December 13 @ 4pm EST

$20 – $28

Scott Silven’s The Journey

West Lafayette, IN, United States
Virtual Event Virtual Event

January 26-30 @ 7pm ET and 8:30pm ET
January 31 @ 2:30pm ET and 4pm ET

$32 – $40