The Bach Institute at Valparaiso University is honored to host the boys choir of St. Thomas Church in Leipzig, Germany, as it kicks off its United States tour on Saturday, Nov. 2. The St. Thomas Boys’ Choir, or the Thomanerchor, has a history that spans more than 800 years and is Leipzig’s oldest cultural institution. The […]
Category: Arts & Culture
Directing Showcase
The work of Department of Theatre student directors is showcased in this annual highlight of scenes from modern classics and the best of contemporary drama. It is the culmination of a semester of work by everyone involved. Admission is free and open to the public. The showcase will be held on Dec. 10 – 12, […]
Chamber Concert Band
The Chamber Concert Band, conducted by Jeffrey Scott Doebler, will be playing with the Valparaiso High School Bands, conducted by Miguel E. Rosario-Vega on Saturday, Feb. 8. The performance will be held in the Chapel of the Resurrection at 7:30 p.m.. Admission is free and open to the public. […]
Macbeth
Performance Dates: February 19 – 21, 8 p.m. February 22 – 23, 2 p.m. *All performances held in the Studio Theatre at the Valparaiso University Center for the Arts. Tickets: $15 for adults, $10 for senior citizens and non-Valpo students. Admission is free for Valpo students, faculty, and staff. About the performance: Greed, guilt, prophecy, […]
Valparaiso University Hosts World Banquet Feb. 15
WHO: The Valparaiso International Student Association (VISA) at Valparaiso University presents the 34th annual World Banquet – “Passport to the World” to expose students, faculty, staff, and the community to different cultures. WHAT: The World Banquet offers the opportunity to experience new and different cultures through cuisine and performances representing countries around the world. Tickets are $10 for […]
Valparaiso University Hosts United States Air Force Concert Band and Singing Sergeants April 7
WHO: The Department of Music at Valparaiso University welcomes the United States Air Force Concert Band and the Singing Sergeants. The United States Air Force Concert Band, a symphonic wind ensemble and one of the finest professional concert bands in the world, presents more than 100 concerts annually and performs a wide variety of compositions […]
Jazz Festival
Valparaiso University will host the 29th Annual Jazz Festival April 7-12. All events will be held in the ballrooms of the Harre Union. Tickets can be purchased at the Harre Union Welcome Desk. Monday, April 7 & 8, 6 p.m. Local High School Bands. Admission is free. Wednesday, April 9, 7 p.m. Windiana – Special […]
Valparaiso University Welcomes John Philip Sousa IV for 16th Annual Sousa Tribute Concert
Performance Held May 3 in Chapel of the Resurrection Valparaiso University presents the 16th annual Sousa Tribute Concert, in honor of the legendary composer John Philip Sousa, in the Chapel of the Resurrection on Saturday, May 3, at 1 p.m. The concert features guest narrator John Philip Sousa IV, great-grandson and last living namesake of […]
Brauer Museum of Art at Valpo Announces 2014-2015 Season
Valparaiso University’s Brauer Museum of Art continues to grow its permanent collection with major acquisitions from the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries. These, along with prints, sculptures, paintings and other works from artists from around the world comprise an exciting 2014-2015 season, which kicks off with an opening reception Sept 5. The fall exhibitions run […]
Valpo Hosts Reception for “Dunes and Blooms” Photography Exhibition
WHO: The Brauer Museum of Art presents color photographs by Pete Doherty and Joanne Markiewicz. Doherty is a former bank marketing executive who launched Doherty Images in 2005. A freelance photographer, he specializes in photographing the Indiana Dunes and the Chicago lakefront. He also provides commercial photography to business clients throughout Northwest Indiana and Chicago. […]