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Wednesday, 01 Dec 2021

Submission Deadline for Student Exhibit

Dec 01, 2021

All day

Memorial Union Art Gallery

Free

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Student artists, apparel designers, and writers are invited to submit up to three entries for consideration in a multimedia exhibition that will be presented in the Memorial Union Art Gallery January 27 - March 10, 2022. The juror will be Reuben Cheatem, a painter who is native to Des Moines and travels between here, Dallas, and New Orleans.

Jazz Night: Swingin' the Season

Dec 01, 2021

7:30 PM

Tye Recital Hall, Simon Estes Music Hall

$5

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

ISU's two jazz combos will perform versions of holiday tunes made famous by Diana Krall, Mariah Carey, Nat Cole, Gordon Goodwin, the WDR Big Band, Bing Crosby, The Peanuts, Wham, and songs from the movies "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation" and "The Polar Express."

Grandma Mojo's Improv Comedy

Dec 01, 2021

8:00 PM

Maintenance Shop, Memorial Union

$1

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

ISU's premier student improv troupe presents unscripted fun at its finest every other Wednesday in the M-Shop.

Performance: The Lindsey Stirling Christmas Program

Dec 01, 2021

8:00 PM

Stephens Auditorium

$35-$99

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

Lindsey Stirling's fourth holiday outing will showcase her favorite seasonal tunes featured on her chart-topping and critically acclaimed holiday album, "Warmer In The Winter," set against dazzling festive costumes, a troupe of talented dancers, lots of holiday cheer, and much more.

Thursday, 02 Dec 2021

Cyclone Cinema: The Suicide Squad

Dec 02, 2021

7:00 PM

101 Carver Hall

free

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

Assemble a team of the world's most dangerous, incarcerated Super Villains, provide them with the most powerful arsenal at the government's disposal, and send them off on a mission to defeat an enigmatic, insuperable entity. U.S. intelligence officer Amanda Waller has determined only a secretly convened group of disparate, despicable individuals with next to nothing to lose will do.

Concert: Emily Wolfe

Dec 02, 2021

8:00 PM

The Maintenance Shop, Memorial Union

$10-$15

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

The second full-length from Emily Wolfe, "Outlier," released in June 2021 on Crows Feet Records, is an album built on exquisite tension: an endless push-and-pull between desire and resistance, determination and self-sabotage, the instinctive need to belong and the urge to strike out on your own.

Friday, 03 Dec 2021

Carillon Concert: Polar Express (new time)

Dec 03, 2021

4:30 PM

Sukup Hall atrium

free

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

Listen to the reading of the magical "Polar Express" story along with carillon, vocal and instrumental student musical performances. The event also will be livestreamed on Facebook.

Yuletide Evening at the Farm House Museum

Dec 03, 2021

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Farm House Museum

free

University Museums Arts, performances Meetings, receptions Student activities

Hosted by the University Museums' interns, in conjunction with Winterfest, celebrate the holiday season at the Farm House Museum. Take part in Victorian yuletide-themed activities and crafts while you enjoy holiday treats. The carriage from the Memorial Union will stop at the Farm House Museum.

Cyclone Cinema: The Suicide Squad

Dec 03, 2021

7:00 PM

101 Carver Hall

free

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

Assemble a team of the world's most dangerous, incarcerated Super Villains, provide them with the most powerful arsenal at the government's disposal, and send them off on a mission to defeat an enigmatic, insuperable entity. U.S. intelligence officer Amanda Waller has determined only a secretly convened group of disparate, despicable individuals with next to nothing to lose will do.

Saturday, 04 Dec 2021

Yuletide at the Farm House Museum

Dec 04, 2021

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Farm House Museum

free

University Museums Arts, performances Meetings, receptions

Festive family fun at the Farm House Museum! Victorian yuletide-themed crafts and holiday treats will be provided. Tours of the historic home in full period decoration will also be offered throughout the afternoon, as well as the chance to meet and take a picture with Santa. It's the perfect start to the holiday season for families and friends!

Cyclone Cinema: The Suicide Squad

Dec 04, 2021

7:00 PM

101 Carver Hall

free

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

Assemble a team of the world's most dangerous, incarcerated Super Villains, provide them with the most powerful arsenal at the government's disposal, and send them off on a mission to defeat an enigmatic, insuperable entity. U.S. intelligence officer Amanda Waller has determined only a secretly convened group of disparate, despicable individuals with next to nothing to lose will do.

Concert: Betcha and 90'S KIDS

Dec 04, 2021

8:00 PM

The Maintenance Shop, Memorial Union

$10-$15

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

Nashville-based alt-rockers Betcha is a rapidly emerging band with a distinctive fusion of sweetly stoned rock, alternative electronica, and punchy pop anthems. Founded in 2017 at Ohio University, 90'S KIDS is an alt-pop group that combines modern styles with a heavy dose of youthful '80s and '90s pop.

Sunday, 05 Dec 2021

Argentine Tango Lessons

Dec 05, 2021

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Room 3512 at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU - five lessons for $35/Public - five lessons for $45

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Valerie Williams This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. From 4-5pm, moves for beginners are introduced with different partners for practice. From 5-7pm, the floor is yours for dancing under the guidance of Valerie, and for working with different partners. An intermediate level figure will also be introduced during this time.

Cyclone Cinema: The Suicide Squad

Dec 05, 2021

7:00 PM

101 Carver Hall

free

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

Assemble a team of the world's most dangerous, incarcerated Super Villains, provide them with the most powerful arsenal at the government's disposal, and send them off on a mission to defeat an enigmatic, insuperable entity. U.S. intelligence officer Amanda Waller has determined only a secretly convened group of disparate, despicable individuals with next to nothing to lose will do.

Performance: Concert Bands

Dec 05, 2021

7:00 PM

Stephens Auditorium

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

An evening of music featuring the ISU Concert Bands.

Saturday, 11 Dec 2021

Performance: The Nutcracker Ballet

Dec 11, 2021

1:00 PM

Stephens Auditorium

$25-$30

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

This annual Iowa State Center production features choreography by Robert Thomas and Miyoko Kato Thomas of the Robert Thomas Dancenter (in Ames). More than 200 local dancers from surrounding central Iowa communities participate with guest principal dancers performing the roles of the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier.

Performance: The Nutcracker Ballet

Dec 11, 2021

7:30 PM

Stephens Auditorium

$25-$30

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

This annual Iowa State Center production features choreography by Robert Thomas and Miyoko Kato Thomas of the Robert Thomas Dancenter (in Ames). More than 200 local dancers from surrounding central Iowa communities participate with guest principal dancers performing the roles of the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier.

Sunday, 12 Dec 2021

Performance: The Nutcracker Ballet

Dec 12, 2021

1:00 PM

Stephens Auditorium

$25-$30

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

This annual Iowa State Center production features choreography by Robert Thomas and Miyoko Kato Thomas of the Robert Thomas Dancenter (in Ames). More than 200 local dancers from surrounding central Iowa communities participate with guest principal dancers performing the roles of the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier.

Argentine Tango Lessons

Dec 12, 2021

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Room 3512 at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU - five lessons for $35/Public - five lessons for $45

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Valerie Williams This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. From 4-5pm, moves for beginners are introduced with different partners for practice. From 5-7pm, the floor is yours for dancing under the guidance of Valerie, and for working with different partners. An intermediate level figure will also be introduced during this time.

Monday, 20 Dec 2021

Performance: A Magical Cirque Christmas

Dec 20, 2021

8:00 PM

Stephens Auditorium

$49-$79

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

Experience the magic of Christmas with dazzling performers and breathtaking cirque artists, accompanied by your favorite holiday music performed live. Get into the spirit of the season with this merry treat that's perfect for the entire family.