EVENTS

Purdue Convocations

Phone 765-494-9712
Email convos@purdue.edu
Website https://convocations.purdue.edu

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  • A woman with short curly hair, dressed in a white shirt and light blue apron, stands in profile reading a sheet of paper, set against a smoky background inspired by The Color Purple.

    The Color Purple

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

    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

    One Small Step

    Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN, United States

    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
  • Pianist Yi-Nuo Wang, with straight dark hair and bangs, is shown in profile looking left and smiling slightly against a plain dark background.

    Yi-Nuo Wang, piano

    Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN, United States

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

    $15 – $20
  • Seven people stand side by side outdoors against a plain background, wearing dark jackets and casual clothing. All face forward, with neutral or slight smiles, and one woman stands among six men.

    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, with short hair, is seen from behind placing both hands flat on a white sheet of paper on a reddish-brown table, fingers spread apart.

    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
  • A person holds a Hungry Caterpillar puppet and a large red apple on stage, with a painted sun rising behind a brown textured barrier, creating a playful Caterpillar Show scene.

    The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show

    Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN, United States

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

    $12 – $17

  • Artemis

    Artemis

    Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN, United States

    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
  • A woman with short dark hair and red lipstick, resembling Neyla Pekarek, looks at the camera while a man in a cowboy hat stands behind her, both surrounded by green pine trees.

    Neyla Pekarek

    Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN, United States

    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
  • Three people in theatrical costumes stand close together, smiling widely. Inspired by Alice in Wonderland, the person in the center wears a red dress, while those on either side don black berets and sailor-like outfits—all with expressive, cheerful faces.

    Alice in Wonderland

    Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN, United States

    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

  • A dancer from the Guangdong Modern Dance Company in a black outfit poses with bent knees and outstretched arms against a white background, head lowered and hair tied back, creating a dramatic modern dance silhouette.

    Guangdong Modern Dance Company

    Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN, United States

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

    $22 – $30
  • Prehistoric Aquarium

    Erth’s Prehistoric Aquarium Adventure

    Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN, United States

    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
  • Akmus

    Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin

    Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN, United States

    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

    Blue Man Group

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

    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
  • A stage with purple lighting features large letters spelling TEDx PurdueU. Two floor monitors and a red circular carpet are on the stage, with empty audience seats visible in the foreground.

    TEDxPurdueU

    Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN, United States

    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
  • Two men, The Brother Brothers, sit side by side against a plain wall. One, in a button-up shirt, holds an acoustic guitar; the other, in stripes, holds a violin and bow. Both look directly at the camera with neutral expressions.

    The Brother Brothers

    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

  • A group of performers sing and dance on stage in a lively retelling of the Rosa Parks story; two women and a man are in the foreground smiling, while musicians play guitars and drums by colorful Walk On signs.

    Walk On: The Story of Rosa Parks

    Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN, United States

    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
  • Seven people stand side by side outdoors in front of a Ferris wheel, dressed in stylish outfits, looking directly at the camera with neutral or slight smiles—reminiscent of a Casting Crowns album cover.

    Casting Crowns

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

    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
  • Three members of Third Coast Percussion stand side by side, holding bunches of percussion mallets and sticks in front of their faces. They wear collared shirts and pose against a plain, light background.

    Third Coast Percussion

    Loeb Playhouse 128 Memorial Mall, West Lafayette, IN, United States

    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

  • Manual Cinema A Christmas Carol

    Manual Cinema’s Christmas Carol

    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

  • The Journey

    Scott Silven’s The Journey

    Virtual Event

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

    $32 – $40

  • Emmet Cohen

    Live from Emmet’s Place

    “We need to play music to be ourselves--to heal people,” says jazz pianist Emmet Cohen from his Harlem apartment during the COVID shutdown--and he means it.

  • Emmet Cohen

    Live from Emmet’s Place

    “We need to play music to be ourselves--to heal people,” says jazz pianist Emmet Cohen from his Harlem apartment during the COVID shutdown--and he means it.

  • Emmet Cohen

    Live from Emmet’s Place

    “We need to play music to be ourselves--to heal people,” says jazz pianist Emmet Cohen from his Harlem apartment during the COVID shutdown--and he means it.

  • Lee and Dank

    Ran Dank & Soyeon Kate Lee

    Ludwig van Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 in D minor Transcription for Two Pianos by Franz Liszt

    Free

  • Emmet Cohen

    Live from Emmet’s Place

    “We need to play music to be ourselves--to heal people,” says jazz pianist Emmet Cohen from his Harlem apartment during the COVID shutdown--and he means it.

  • Emmet Cohen

    Live from Emmet’s Place

    “We need to play music to be ourselves--to heal people,” says jazz pianist Emmet Cohen from his Harlem apartment during the COVID shutdown--and he means it.

  • Emmet Cohen

    Live from Emmet’s Place

    “We need to play music to be ourselves--to heal people,” says jazz pianist Emmet Cohen from his Harlem apartment during the COVID shutdown--and he means it.

  • TedX PurdueU

    DISSONANCE: TEDxPurdueU Main Event

    Dissonance involves a clash—of musical notes, of ideas, of beliefs. Sometimes uncomfortable, sometimes ugly, sometimes simply unpleasant. But, those who listen closely may find value and true beauty in dissonance: the cacophony of two notes juxtaposed with the harmony that follows, two unlike ideas which force us to question our established beliefs. TEDxPurdueU invites you to join us at our virtual event, “Dissonance,” and discover the ways in which dissonance enriches our lives and challenges us.

    Free
  • Emmet Cohen

    Live from Emmet’s Place

    “We need to play music to be ourselves--to heal people,” says jazz pianist Emmet Cohen from his Harlem apartment during the COVID shutdown--and he means it.