Wednesday, 04 Apr 2018
Clay Owl Walk-in Craft
Whoooo doesn't love owls? Learn the steps to make small owl figurines using a variety of clay tools. We will fire them in the kiln, and have them ready for you to come back and paint within a week or two.
Poetry reading: Ginsberg's "Howl"
The first public performance of Allen Ginsberg's "Howl" happened at Six Gallery in San Francisco in 1955. Artist Manuel Neri helped to coordinate the historic event. In celebration of National Poetry Month, enjoy a reading of this legendary poem by local poets while surrounded by the art of Neri, an influential Bay area figurative sculptor.
Jazz recital
The music of "Sting," performed by Michael Giles, professor of saxophone.
Performance: Rockin' Road to Dublin
Rockin' Road To Dublin is a new sensation that combines the art of an Irish dance show and the power of a rock concert with the finish of a Broadway theatrical production, starring world champion Irish dancers Scott Doherty and Ashley Smith.
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival Comedy Troupe
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival is Iowa State University's student comedy, improv group. Holding shows on some Wednesday nights, you can come and laugh to your hearts content at the Mojos, and with the Mojos.
Thursday, 05 Apr 2018
Performance: Oklahoma!
This landmark musical, the first by Rogers and Hammerstein, opened in 1943 and was immediately a box office smash; its popularity has not faded. The love story of cowboy Curley and farm girl Laurey was originally described by one New York critic as "a beautiful and delightful show that has, at a rough estimate, practically everything." Since its opening, Oklahoma! has been performed every day somewhere in the world for the past 74 years.
Concert: Melodime With Ryne Doughty
Melodime's music merges a slight country twang with rock and roll, successfully blending stunning piano melodies with catchy guitar riffs and sing-along choruses.
Friday, 06 Apr 2018
Paint Your Own Pottery: Unicorns vs Dinosaurs!
Incorporate a terrestrial vertebrate or mythical creature into your design or paint one of our figurines.
Performance: Oklahoma!
This landmark musical, the first by Rogers and Hammerstein, opened in 1943 and was immediately a box office smash; its popularity has not faded. The love story of cowboy Curley and farm girl Laurey was originally described by one New York critic as "a beautiful and delightful show that has, at a rough estimate, practically everything." Since its opening, Oklahoma! has been performed every day somewhere in the world for the past 74 years.
Performance: Shattered Glass
Shattered Glass is a 16 member conductor-less string orchestra based in New York City and very much a product of the 21st century. Virtuosic and versatile, Shattered Glass balances vibrant excitement with a meticulous respect for piece, composer, and tradition. With a repertoire that ranges from Bach, Britten and Bartok to Schoenberg and Stravinsky, Shattered Glass has been active in crossover collaborations with pop and hip-hop artists!
ISU AfterDark
ISU AfterDark is a student group that plans late night events throughout the semester. All activities are free for students and their guests! Come enjoy the fun!
Saturday, 07 Apr 2018
Organ Studio Recital
Organ students of Dr. Miriam Zach
Performance: Oklahoma!
This landmark musical, the first by Rogers and Hammerstein, opened in 1943 and was immediately a box office smash; its popularity has not faded. The love story of cowboy Curley and farm girl Laurey was originally described by one New York critic as "a beautiful and delightful show that has, at a rough estimate, practically everything." Since its opening, Oklahoma! has been performed every day somewhere in the world for the past 74 years.
Concert: Robin & Linda Williams
For the past 40+ years, Robin & Linda Williams have made it their mission to perform the music that they love, "a robust blend of bluegrass, folk, old-time and acoustic country that combines wryly observant lyrics with a wide-ranging melodicism."
Sunday, 08 Apr 2018
Performance: Oklahoma!
This landmark musical, the first by Rogers and Hammerstein, opened in 1943 and was immediately a box office smash; its popularity has not faded. The love story of cowboy Curley and farm girl Laurey was originally described by one New York critic as "a beautiful and delightful show that has, at a rough estimate, practically everything." Since its opening, Oklahoma! has been performed every day somewhere in the world for the past 74 years.
ISU Concert Band and Campus Band
The concert band is directed by Christian Carichner.
Walk-in Argentine Tango
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.
ISU Chamber Orchestra
Jacob Harrison, conductor of Chamber; George Work, cello solorist
Monday, 09 Apr 2018
ISU Flute and Clarinet Ensembles Concert
Sonja Giles, Director of Flute Gregory Oakes, Director of Clarinet
Fashion Week: Movie night
"Confessions of a Shopaholic," with popcorn, candy and F'reals shakes.
Tuesday, 10 Apr 2018
Carillon Bell Casting
Watch (via live simulcast) as the first bell for the small-scale campanile/carillon model is cast. Bell founders from Meeks, Watson and Co., Georgetown, Ohio, will be on campus to work with students in the metalcasting lab.
Fashion Week: Toned Tuesday
Stop by State Gym for fitness sessions, fresh fruit and refreshments. Classes include high intensity interval training (8-8:50 p.m.), zumba (9-9:50 p.m.) and yoga (10-10:50 p.m.).
Open Mic Night
Open mic night gives students the chance to show off their talents to their fellow students. Many are musicians, comedians, and poets. So come on out and show us what kind of talents you have. (Sign Up starts at 7:30 p.m. until all spots are filled)