Wednesday, 29 Mar 2023
Art Walk: Athletics and the Body
Athletics and the depiction of the human form is a vital theme in both Iowa State's history and the Art on Campus Collection. Museums Docent Steve Petska will lead an art walk in connection with the "Honoring Jack Trice" exhibition at the Christian Petersen Museum.
Guillermo Galindo: Redefining the Boundaries of Music Composition
Guillermo Galindo has spent his career redefining the conventional limits between music, the art of music composition and the intersections between art disciplines, politics, humanitarian issues, spirituality and social awareness. Much of his work focuses on the stories of migrants and refugees told through experimental music and performance art. He will give a public lecture March 29 and premiere his "Transonic Borders" composition March 30.
Thursday, 30 Mar 2023
Guillermo Galindo: Transonic Borders
An experimental composer, sonic architect, performance and visual media artist, Guillermo Galindo explores the intersection of art and social consciousness with a focus on the stories of migrants and refugees. He will premiere his "Transonic Borders" composition, which features sound-generating devices fashioned from items found discarded at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Textured Floral Painting Workshop w/ Kristin Erdman
Use palette knives and frosting-like textured paint mediums to create the modern 3D floral paintings you've seen all over Instagram. The process of mixing the medium and applying it to your canvas is almost meditative, so this beginner class will be a great stress-reliever! You will leave with two post-worthy paintings and the skills to continue making more at home.
Words Meet Art Part 1: Guided Tour & Writing to Writing Prompts | Option A
REGISTRATION REQUIRED! For Part 1 of Words Meet Art with Ames Writers Collective, participants will receive a guided tour of "Harriet Bart: Material Alchemy" to educate and inspire creativity. An introduction to "writing to writing prompts" will follow with writing sessions to connect writers to the exhibition.
ISU Theatre: She Kills Monsters
"She Kills Monsters" tells the story of Agnes Evans as she leaves her childhood home in Ohio following the death of her teenage sister, Tilly. When Agnes finds Tilly's Dungeons and Dragons notebook, she finds herself catapulted into a journey of discovery and action-packed adventure in the imaginary world that was her sister's refuge. Contains adult language.
Concert: Archer Oh w/ Surely Tempo
Ages of consecutive, bucket-list-worthy support gigs - including two U.S. tours alongside The Red Pears - have made Archer Oh, Moreno Valley, California's not-so-best-kept secret, near-impossible to ignore. Established in 2015 by Arturo "Archer" Medrano, the four bandmates perform with vehement passion, yet are infectiously silly & kind.
Friday, 31 Mar 2023
2023 Graphic Design Grad Show
The 2023 Graphic Design Grad Show features work from all students in the Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Graphic Design and the Master of Arts in Experiential Graphic Design (MAxGD) programs.
ISU Theatre: She Kills Monsters
"She Kills Monsters" tells the story of Agnes Evans as she leaves her childhood home in Ohio following the death of her teenage sister, Tilly. When Agnes finds Tilly's Dungeons and Dragons notebook, she finds herself catapulted into a journey of discovery and action-packed adventure in the imaginary world that was her sister's refuge. Contains adult language.
ISU AfterDark
Students are invited to the Memorial Union from 9pm-1am to participate in a variety of free activities that include bingo, entertainment and a novelty activity.
Saturday, 01 Apr 2023
Words Meet Art Part 1: Guided Tour & Writing to Writing Prompts | Option B
REGISTRATION REQUIRED! For Part 1 of Words Meet Art with Ames Writers Collective, participants will receive a guided tour of "Harriet Bart: Material Alchemy" to educate and inspire creativity. An introduction to "writing to writing prompts" will follow with writing sessions to connect writers to the exhibition.
ISU Theatre: She Kills Monsters
"She Kills Monsters" tells the story of Agnes Evans as she leaves her childhood home in Ohio following the death of her teenage sister, Tilly. When Agnes finds Tilly's Dungeons and Dragons notebook, she finds herself catapulted into a journey of discovery and action-packed adventure in the imaginary world that was her sister's refuge. Contains adult language.
Sunday, 02 Apr 2023
Composition and Production of Glass Through the Ages
John Hill, ISU professor emeritus of physics and a Quester, will discuss naturally produced glass followed by an examination of glass making from prehistoric times until the modern era. This program includes a reception.
ISU Theatre: She Kills Monsters
"She Kills Monsters" tells the story of Agnes Evans as she leaves her childhood home in Ohio following the death of her teenage sister, Tilly. When Agnes finds Tilly's Dungeons and Dragons notebook, she finds herself catapulted into a journey of discovery and action-packed adventure in the imaginary world that was her sister's refuge. Contains adult language.
Words Meet Art Part 2: Public Reading
Writers who participated in Words Meet Art Part 1 will present their flash fiction, poems, creative nonfiction, a monologue, and/or perform music in response to the exhibition "Harriet Bart: Material Alchemy" in the Christian Petersen Art Museum.
Performance: Town and Gown Chamber Music
Featuring Megan Moore, mezzo soprano, and Francesco Barfoed, piano. Moore was awarded first prize in the Young Concert Artists International Competition and second prize in the Naumburg Vocal Competition. In both, she performed with award-winning Danish pianist Francesco Barfoed, and they have gone on to performances at the Kennedy Center and New York's Merkin Hall.
Argentine Tango Drop-In Lessons
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. Classes meet every Sunday and drop-ins are welcome. Purchase a dance punch card and attend as often as your schedule allows. Open to ages 18+.
Monday, 03 Apr 2023
Drop-In Craft: Beaded Felt Bowls
Make a cute and handy little bowl. Choose a thick felt circle with pre-made holes in a color you like, along with a handful of large beads. You will stitch the beads into the felt and cinch it at the end with strong thread and a sturdy needle. This is a fun project that is perfect for all ages and skill sets.
Drop-In Craft: Flowerpot Painting
Simple, fun, and in-season, terra cotta pots are an easy surface to paint on. Choose from small pots to start an herb garden, to medium containers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers.
Monday Monologues series
The Stormettes Dance Line promotes team endurance and body-positivity by performing a variety of different dance styles including the majorette, heels and hip-hop styles. This team, open to Iowa State students with varying levels of dance experience, serves the Iowa State, Ames and Des Moines communities through performances and workshops. Rain location: first floor, Grant Wood mural lobby.
Cyclone Voice Prelims
Cyclone Voice is ISU's premier, annual singing competition that highlights the vocal talents of Iowa State students. This year's main event host will be multiplatinum recording artist MAX!
Wednesday, 05 Apr 2023
Grandma Mojo's Improv Comedy
A group of ISU students gets together for an improv comedy show like no other! There are screams, tears, and lots of laughter! You don't want to miss it!