Convos Stories

February 22, 2017

‘Taj Express’ brings Bollywood to Elliott Hall March 22

The dazzling sights and sounds will take you on a live cinematic journey of India—evoking Bollywood’s rollicking energy and centuries of Indian culture.

The dazzling sights and sounds will take you on a live cinematic journey of India—evoking Bollywood’s rollicking energy and centuries of Indian culture.

February 21, 2017

Chicago-based dance group The Seldoms offer Purdue students workshops

As part of The Seldoms dance company artist residency, Purdue Modern Dance and Ballet classes participated in master class workshops ahead of “Power Goes”.

As part of The Seldoms dance company artist residency, Purdue Modern Dance and Ballet classes participated in master class workshops ahead of “Power Goes”.

February 17, 2017

How to Get Power

WHAT I BELIEVE IS ALWAYS TRUE ABOUT POWER IS THAT POWER ALWAYS REVEALS. —Robert Caro, Lyndon Baines Johnson biographer This essay by Michael J. Kramer was originally published by Purdue Convocations in Spring 2016. Lyndon Baines Johnson was an imposing man....

February 13, 2017

Donny McCaslin accepts “Blackstar” GRAMMYs on behalf of David Bowie

David Bowie’s Blackstar swept all five of its nominations at the 2017 GRAMMYs last night in Los Angeles. Donny McCaslin Quartet performs at Purdue April 6.

David Bowie’s Blackstar swept all five of its nominations at the 2017 GRAMMYs last night in Los Angeles. Donny McCaslin Quartet performs at Purdue April 6.

February 8, 2017

St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra Program Notes

Program notes for the March 2, 2017 performance: Brahms’ Piano Concerto No. 1 in D minor and Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5 in D minor with guest soloist Nikolai Lugansky.

Program notes for the March 2, 2017 performance: Brahms’ Piano Concerto No. 1 in D minor and Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5 in D minor with guest soloist Nikolai Lugansky.

February 7, 2017

Not just for dance fans, ‘Power Goes’ explores LBJ’s presidential power

The Chicago-based dance company explores the concept of “power” itself, using former president Lyndon B. Johnson’s policies as an unlikely backdrop.

The Chicago-based dance company explores the concept of “power” itself, using former president Lyndon B. Johnson’s policies as an unlikely backdrop.

February 2, 2017

St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra to Perform at Purdue March 2

The orchestra returns to Purdue with guest soloist Nikolai Lugansky, who has been among Russia’s most preeminent pianists for nearly 30 years.

The orchestra returns to Purdue with guest soloist Nikolai Lugansky, who has been among Russia’s most preeminent pianists for nearly 30 years.

January 27, 2017

Mamma Mia! The Ultimate Feel Good Show

The 10th anniversary farewell tour is back one last time. Relive ABBA’s hits in this feel-good show featuring “Dancing Queen,” “Take a Chance on Me,” and more.

The 10th anniversary farewell tour is back one last time. Relive ABBA’s hits in this feel-good show featuring “Dancing Queen,” “Take a Chance on Me,” and more.

January 27, 2017

‘Pete the Cat’ comes to life on stage Feb. 26

Pete the Cat is on a mission to help his friend find artistic inspiration. Join us for a musical adventure that was inspired by the popular book series!

Pete the Cat is on a mission to help his friend find artistic inspiration. Join us for a musical adventure that was inspired by the popular book series!

January 25, 2017

Organist Clark Wilson brings sound to “Safety Last!”

Biography of organist Clark Wilson, who will bring sound to the 1923 silent film era classic “Safety Last!” at The Long Center for the Performing Arts.

Biography of organist Clark Wilson, who will bring sound to the 1923 silent film era classic “Safety Last!” at The Long Center for the Performing Arts.

January 24, 2017

Todd Wetzel named Assistant Vice Provost for Student Life

Todd Wetzel named Assistant Vice Provost for Student Life
Continues role as Executive Director, Purdue Convocations

Todd Wetzel named Assistant Vice Provost for Student Life
Continues role as Executive Director, Purdue Convocations

January 20, 2017

Jazz Meets Artificial Intelligence in this FREE Engagement

Building off ideas and collaborating equally, the robot marimba player listens to bandmates live to present original compositions influenced by jazz & hip-hop.

Building off ideas and collaborating equally, the robot marimba player listens to bandmates live to present original compositions influenced by jazz & hip-hop.