University of Evansville

The University of Evansville Theatre opens Josh Tobiessen's LONE STAR SPIRITS, at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Nov.18, in the May Studio Theatre. At times hilarious and at times heartbreaking, this family drama is a poignant story about a small-town life, the haunting feeling one experiences by returning to their childhood hometown, and the spooky surprises life always seems to have in store. Additional performances are at 7:30 p.m., Nov. 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, and at 2:00 p.m. on Nov. 24. The UE Theatre Society hosts a Pre-Play Chat 30 minutes prior to the show on Saturday, Nov. 23. All are welcome to attend the presentation and discussion with a student designer about their process on the production. Ticket prices are $12 for adults and $9 for senior adults, students, and UE employees. Seating is limited, and tickets are available by calling 812.488.2031.

The University of Evansville Theatre proudly presents THE THREE MUSKETEERS, by Megan Monaghan Rivas, inspired by the novel of Alexandre Dumas. A bold, new version of this beloved classic tale is set in 17th-century France but reimagined in a world where men and women are equally empowered. In the true fashion of "musketeering," these familiar characters engage in daring and romantic adventures with bravado, flamboyance, and valiant ideals. This theatrical re-telling mixes witty wordplay with swashbuckling sword fighting and fast-paced action culminating in a sensational story sure to leave audiences believing in the heroic motto, "One for all, and all for one!" This production opens Friday, Oct. 18, at 7:30 p.m., in the Shanklin Theatre. Additional performances are at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 19, 24, 25, 26 and at 2:00 p.m. on Oct. 20 and 27. Season subscriptions are on sale now and include the three Shanklin Theatre productions: THE THREE MUSKETEERS, plus, the heart-stirring musical VIOLET, with music by Jeanine Tesori and lyrics and book by Brian Crawley, and THE SEAGULL, by Anton Chekhov, adapted by Tom Stoppard. Subscription prices for the three-play package are $46 for an adult and $40 for a senior adult, child/student, and UE employee. Tickets may be purchased by calling (812) 488-2031, Monday through Friday, 12 noon to 5 p.m.

Several University of Evansville students have received awards for their work displayed in the University's 57th Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition 2019.

University of Evansville student Logan Tsuji recently won the Outstanding Soloist Award at the 51st Annual Elmhurst College Jazz Festival. His solo work on Duke Ellington's "Concerto for Cootie" won accolades from the judges. Tsuji is a junior and he is majoring in trumpet performance.

On April 4, University of Evansville's Jazz Ensemble I performed in concert with band leader Doc Severinsen as part of UE's Patricia H. Snyder Concert and Lecture Series.

The University of Evansville is proud to announce that the following local residents were selected to perform at the Department of Music's 34th annual Holiday Pops concert:

This Saturday, numerous local residents will share the stage with some of the nation's leading opera singers in the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra's production of Puccini's Madame Butterfly. The performance will take place at 7 p.m. Saturday, November 23 at the Victory Theatre in Downtown Evansville. Tickets start at $23 and may be purchased on the EPO's website, www.evansvillephilharmonic.org. Sung in Italian, with an English translation projected above the stage, Madame Butterfly features a full set from Asheville Lyric Opera in North Carolina and costumes from Union Avenue Opera in St. Louis. Four professional opera singers will perform the lead roles, with approximately 20 UE students and additional members of the Evansville Philharmonic Chorus rounding out the chorus. The following UE students from the local area will perform in Madame Butterfly:

The University of Evansville is proud to announce that the following local residents are among the four performers selected to compete in the prestigious 36th annual Gumberts Award Recital:

A dragon, an evil queen, a trio of spirits, and love at first sight are just a few of the elements that make up W.A. Mozart's beloved opera The Magic Flute, which the following local residents will perform this weekend at the University of Evansville:

The University of Evansville is proud to announce that artwork by local residents was honored Monday night at the opening reception and awards presentation for the 51st annual Student Art Exhibition at UE's Melvin Peterson Gallery. The following local students received awards:

The University of Evansville is proud to announce that multiple local residents were selected to perform with the University Choir at the Indiana Music Educators' Association annual convention in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The 36-member choir aEUR" which includes the following local residents aEUR" is among a select group of collegiate ensembles invited to perform at the IMEA convention, a professional development conference for Indiana music teachers.

The University of Evansville is proud to announce that multiple local residents were selected to perform with the University's Wind Ensemble at the Indiana Music Educators' Association annual convention in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The 46-member ensemble aEUR" which includes the following local residents aEUR" is among a select group of collegiate ensembles invited to perform at the IMEA convention, a professional development conference for Indiana music teachers.

The University of Evansville is proud to announce that the following local students will perform at the Department of Music's 33rd annual Holiday Pops concert, to be held at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 4 in Downtown Evansville's Victory Theatre:

The University of Evansville's Department of Music is proud to announce that local residents have been named winners of the Vukovich Concerto Competition.

The University of Evansville's Department of Music is proud to announce that the following local residents have been selected to compete in the prestigious 35th annual Gumberts Award Recital:

The University of Evansville is proud to announce that artwork by local residents was honored last night at the opening reception and awards presentation for the 50th Annual Student Juried Exhibition at UE's Melvin Peterson Gallery. The following local students received awards:

The University of Evansville is proud to announce that artwork by the following local residents has been selected for the 50th Annual Student Juried Exhibition in UE's Melvin Peterson Gallery:

Multiple local students at the University of Evansville have been selected to participate in the 2012 Indiana Intercollegiate Band, a prestigious ensemble of 75 top music students from colleges and universities across Indiana. Performing in the band are:

Multiple local students, all members of the Aces Dance Team at the University of Evansville, will perform Sunday at Magic Cares, an annual holiday-themed magic and variety show to benefit Vanderburgh County CASA. The following local dance team members will participate:

A princess, an ogre, and a grinning cat were among the characters into which University of Evansville students aEUR" including local residents aEUR" transformed at UE's fifth annual Fairy Tale Festival for elementary school students. The event, designed to spark children's interest in reading, took place the morning of Tuesday, December 6 in the Carson Center large gym. The following local students participated:

The University of Evansville is proud to announce that the following local students will perform at the Department of Music's 32nd annual Holiday Pops concert, to be held at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 6 in Downtown Evansville's Victory Theatre:

The following local students at the University of Evansville will perform this weekend in Die Fledermaus, a UE Schmidt Opera Series production:

The University of Evansville is proud to announce that the following local students will perform at New York City's Carnegie Hall on Saturday, May 28 with a combined choir of more than 150 singers:

Several local students will be taking part next week in the University of Evansville's annual Holiday Pops Concert. The concert, which is held annually by the UE Department of Music, will begin at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 7. Doors to the Victory Theatre in Downtown Evansville will open for the performance at 7:00 p.m. Attendance is free, and open to the public. Among the local students participating will be:

Several local students will be taking part next week in the University of Evansville's annual Holiday Pops Concert. The concert, which is held annually by the UE Department of Music, will begin at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 7. Doors to the Victory Theatre in Downtown Evansville will open for the performance at 7:00 p.m. Attendance is free, and open to the public. Among the local students participating will be:

Several local students will be taking part next week in the University of Evansville's annual Holiday Pops Concert. The concert, which is held annually by the UE Department of Music, will begin at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 7. Doors to the Victory Theatre in Downtown Evansville will open for the performance at 7:00 p.m. Attendance is free, and open to the public. Among the local students participating will be: