Wednesday, 01 Dec 2021
Submission Deadline for Student Exhibit
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
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
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
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
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
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)
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
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
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: Percussion Ensemble
An evening of music featuring ISU percussion students.
Saturday, 04 Dec 2021
Yuletide at the Farm House Museum
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
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
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
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
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
An evening of music featuring the ISU Concert Bands.
Saturday, 11 Dec 2021
Performance: The Nutcracker Ballet
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
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
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
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
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.