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University Singers 62nd Annual Spectacular
2026-04-10 19:00 - 21:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Emens Auditorium, 1800 W. Riverside Ave, Muncie, IN, 47306
Celebrate 62 fabulous years with the Ball State University Singers, Indiana’s Official Goodwill Ambassadors! The University Singers have been recognized since 1964 as one of America’s top collegiate entertainment organizations. You won’t want to miss this gold-studded, toe-tapping, finger-snapping, and hand-clapping two-hour extravaganza!
A few notable songs to highlight include:
“Think” – Aretha Franklin
“21 Guns” – Green Day
“Birdland” – Josef Zawinul
“A Million Dreams”, as seen in The Greatest Showman.
Tickets available through the Emens Auditorium Box Office and Ticketmaster.
The Children’s Show will be Friday, April 10 at 11 a.m.

University Singers' 62nd Annual Spectacular
2026-04-11 15:00 - 17:30 | Emens Auditorium, 1800 W. Riverside Ave, Muncie, IN, 47306

The Marriage of Figaro
2026-04-11 19:30 - 22:00 | Sursa Performance Hall, 1809 W Riverside Ave., Muncie
The Marriage of Figaro continues the plot of The Barber of Seville (which centers around Count Almaviva’s pursuit of Rosina) several years later, and recounts a single “day of madness” (la folle journée) in the palace of Count Almaviva. Rosina is now the countess. Dr. Bartolo is seeking revenge against Figaro for thwarting his plans to marry Rosina himself, and Count Almaviva has degenerated from the romantic youth of Barber, into a scheming, bullying, skirt-chasing baritone. Having gratefully given Figaro a job as head of his servant-staff, he is now persistently trying to exercise his feudal right to bed a servant girl on her wedding night (which he had prior relinquished in his courtship with the Countess) – with Figaro’s bride-to-be, Susanna, who is the countess’s maid. He keeps finding excuses to delay the civil part of the wedding of his two servants, which is arranged for this very day. Figaro, Susanna, and the countess conspire to embarrass the count and expose his scheming. He retaliates by trying to compel Figaro legally to marry a woman old enough to be his mother, but it turns out at the last minute that she really is his mother. Through the clever manipulations of Susanna and the countess and several hijkinks along the way, Figaro and Susanna are finally able to marry.
This is the first of two performances. The second performance is at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 12.
Ticket purchase options:
ONLINE at bsu.tix.com
Phone: 765-285-8749
In person

The Marriage of Figaro
2026-04-12 15:00 - 17:30 | Sursa Performance Hall, 1809 W Riverside Ave., Muncie
The Marriage of Figaro continues the plot of The Barber of Seville (which centers around Count Almaviva’s pursuit of Rosina) several years later, and recounts a single “day of madness” (la folle journée) in the palace of Count Almaviva. Rosina is now the countess. Dr. Bartolo is seeking revenge against Figaro for thwarting his plans to marry Rosina himself, and Count Almaviva has degenerated from the romantic youth of Barber, into a scheming, bullying, skirt-chasing baritone. Having gratefully given Figaro a job as head of his servant-staff, he is now persistently trying to exercise his feudal right to bed a servant girl on her wedding night (which he had prior relinquished in his courtship with the Countess) – with Figaro’s bride-to-be, Susanna, who is the countess’s maid. He keeps finding excuses to delay the civil part of the wedding of his two servants, which is arranged for this very day. Figaro, Susanna, and the countess conspire to embarrass the count and expose his scheming. He retaliates by trying to compel Figaro legally to marry a woman old enough to be his mother, but it turns out at the last minute that she really is his mother. Through the clever manipulations of Susanna and the countess and several hijkinks along the way, Figaro and Susanna are finally able to marry.
This is the second of two show. The first show is at 7:30 p.m. on 4/11.
Tickets
ONLINE at bsu.tix.com
Phone: 765-285-8749
In person

Ball State Campus Band
2026-04-16 19:30 - 21:00 | Sursa Performance Hall, 1809 W Riverside Ave., Muncie
Hear the Campus Band and Brass Ensemble perform at Sursa Performance Hall!

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
2026-04-16 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-04-17 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-04-18 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-04-19 14:30 - 17:00, 2026-04-21 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-04-22 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-04-23 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-04-24 19:30 - 22:00 and 1 more date | Ball State Oakwood Building, Rm 101, 2501 N Oakwood Ave, Muncie, IN, 47303
An oddball crew of middle schoolers gather for the annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, where the words are tough, the competition is tougher, and the emotions run hilariously high. Amid outrageous antics and heartfelt confessions, the spellers learn that there’s more to life than winning. Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office in person, online at bsu.tix.com, or by phone at 765-285-8749.
THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. http://www.mtishows.com
Music & Lyrics by William Finn Book by Rachel Sheinkin
Conceived by Rebecca Feldman
Additional Material by Jay Reiss
Originally Directed on Broadway by James Lapine
Directed by Carson Crow
Musical Direction by Jim Rhinehart
Choreography by Kelsey Krigas
April 16-18, 21-25 at 7:30 p.m. | April 19 at 2:30 p.m.

Chamber Choir - A Song for Every Season
2026-04-18 19:30 - 21:00 | Sursa Performance Hall, 1809 W Riverside Ave., Muncie
Enjoy a preview of our May tour program with songs for every season!
Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office online at bsu.tix.com, by phone at 765-285-8749, or in person.
Parking is available in the McKinley Parking Garage (entrance on Ashland Avenue) located immediately south of Sursa Hall. Parking in this garage is free on weekends.

Faculty Artist Series: Lisa Kozenko (oboe) and Catherine Kautsky (piano)
2026-04-19 15:00 - 16:30 | Sursa Performance Hall, 1809 W Riverside Ave., Muncie
The Faculty Artist Series features School of Music faculty sharing their talent and passion for music with the campus and community. This recital is free and open to the public.
This recital will also be offered as a livestream – visit the Concert Livestream Page to watch live. Streaming begins approximately 15 minutes prior to scheduled concert start time.
Parking is available in the McKinley Parking Garage (entrance on Ashland Avenue) located immediately south of Sursa Hall. Metered parking is available on the first floor of the garage until 7 p.m. at which time parking is free.

April Neighborhood Leadership Council Meeting: Local Government
2026-04-21 17:00 - 19:00 | EB & Bertha C Ball Center, 400 W. Minnetrista Blvd., Muncie, IN, 47303, United States
This month’s topic is Muncie’s Local Government | Full schedule
The Neighborhood Leadership Council is an initiative of the Muncie Action Plan that brings together neighborhood association leaders from across the city of Muncie to share best practices, take advantage of educational opportunities, and connect with local resources and area non-profits. The group meets on the third Tuesday of each month on the third floor of the E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center (400 W. Minnetrista Pkwy) at 6:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Come hungry! We always provide dinner at the start of the training.

ASAP Painted Mug Workshop
2026-04-22 18:00 | Made In Muncie Pottery, 313 South Walnut Street, Muncie, IN, 47305
FREE to Veterans, Vet Family, Military Spouses, Caregivers, Survivors, Active, Reserve, and Guard.
Join us for the Painted Mug Workshop at veteran-owned Made In Muncie Pottery! Technique instruction, bare pottery for the project, all glazes and supplies, and firing of the project piece is provided! This workshop is designed to show you specialized techniques that you can add your own creativity!
About the Instructor
Toren Scott is a clay artist and Navy veteran from Muncie, Indiana. He has been the owner of Made in Muncie Pottery since 2012. His work includes small batch production pottery, sculptures, and functional forms.

A Salute to Video Game Music with Jazz Ensembles
2026-04-22 19:30 - 21:00 | Sursa Performance Hall, 1809 W Riverside Ave., Muncie
Enjoy a concert of video game tracks with the Ball State Jazz Ensembles! Tickets available for purchase in person, online, or by phone at 765-285-8749 through the College of Fine Arts Box Office.

Ball State Wind Symphony and Wind Ensemble
2026-04-24 19:30 - 21:00 | Sursa Performance Hall, 1809 W Riverside Ave., Muncie
Program
Wind Symphony
Downey Overture by Oscar Navarro
Stride by Kevin Day
American Riversongs by Pierre La Plante
Sleep by Eric Whitacre
The Dauntless Battalion by John Philip Sousa
Wind Ensemble
Shoutout by Roshanne Etezady
Black Dog by Scott McAllister
Stomp by David Biedenbender
Symphony No. 2 by Kevin Day
Tickets available through the College of Fine Arts Box Office located at Sursa Hall in person, online at bsu.tix.com, or by phone at 765-285-8749.
Parking is available in the McKinley Parking Garage (entrance on Ashland Avenue) located immediately south of Sursa Hall. Metered parking is available on the first floor of the garage until 7 p.m. at which time parking is free.

Ball State Choirs
2026-04-25 19:30 - 21:00 | Sursa Performance Hall, 1809 W Riverside Ave., Muncie
Join our School of Music choirs for their final concert of the season! Enjoy iconic compositions, a Canadian sea shanty, a piece by Indiana composer James Mulholland, and a united performance of the African American spiritual “Ezekiel Saw the Weel” by Moses Hogan. Get your tickets today online at BSU.TIX.COM, by phone at 765-285-8749, or in person at Sursa Hall.
Concert Choir will perform beloved 20th-century works by Franz Biebl and Morten Lauridsen, a Mozart sacred work, and a collection of light-hearted arrangements of Canadian folk songs.
Vox Anima will reprise some repertoire from Women of Song with works by Elaine Hagenberg, Melissa Dunphy, and Laura Jeksabone, in addition to performing a traditional Namibian play song “Tuli Tuli.”
University Choral Union will perform several iconic compositions including Red, Red Rose by Indiana composer James Mulholland, Omnia sol, a song of farewell, by Z. Randall Stroope, and Turn the World Around, by Harry Belafonte.
Cardinal Chorus will offer uplifting and spirited music, including a Canadian sea shanty.
The concert will close with all choirs (Concert Choir, Cardinal Chorus, Vox Anima, and University Choral Union) singing a setting of the African American spiritual “Ezekiel Saw the Wheel” by Moses Hogan. We will take time to acknowledge our graduating seniors.

May Neighborhood Leadership Council Meeting:
2026-05-19 17:00 - 19:00 | EB & Bertha C Ball Center, 400 W. Minnetrista Blvd., Muncie, IN, 47303, United States
This month’s topic is Food Insecurity with a presentation by Sunni Matters from Second Harvest | Full schedule
The Neighborhood Leadership Council is an initiative of the Muncie Action Plan that brings together neighborhood association leaders from across the city of Muncie to share best practices, take advantage of educational opportunities, and connect with local resources and area non-profits. The group meets on the third Tuesday of each month on the third floor of the E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center (400 W. Minnetrista Pkwy) at 6:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Come hungry! We always provide dinner at the start of the training.

We Fly Fest
2026-06-06 16:00 - 19:00 | Brown Family Amphitheater, Ball State University, located between Park and Pruis Halls and between Noyer and Woodworth Complexes, Muncie
Join us for the second WE FLY FEST! This FREE event will include entertainment, booths, games, and activities for the whole family at the Brown Family Amphitheater!
WE FLY FEST will begin at the Brown Family Amphitheater at 5 p.m. with information tables, games, a DJ, and food trucks. Pick up one of the many self-guided campus tour brochures or hop on the bus for a Student Experience tour. Then let’s all meet back at the amphitheater at 7 p.m. for a concert by the BALL STATE STUDIO BAND!
Save the date on Facebook!

Meet Charlie Cardinal! And pick up cool giveaways – Charlie temporary tattoos, stickers, and lots of other swag!
The first 500 people will receive vouchers for a free scoop of ice cream at the Multicultural Center!
Check our website for updates as we add to the fun!

WE FLY FEST Community Bus Stops (taking you to and from the event) will be located at Canan Commons (right after the Ball State PBS Be My Neighbor Day event), the Common Market, and the P.O.P. Shop.
THIS IS A SHINE ONLY EVENT!

Monthly NLC Meeting: Schools and Libraries as Community Stakeholders
2026-06-16 17:00 - 19:00 | EB & Bertha C Ball Center, 400 W. Minnetrista Blvd., Muncie, IN, 47303, United States
This month’s topic is Schools and Libraries as Community Stakeholders | Full schedule
The Neighborhood Leadership Council is an initiative of the Muncie Action Plan that brings together neighborhood association leaders from across the city of Muncie to share best practices, take advantage of educational opportunities, and connect with local resources and area non-profits. The group meets on the third Tuesday of each month on the third floor of the E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center (400 W. Minnetrista Pkwy) at 6:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Come hungry! We always provide dinner at the start of the training.

Muncie Porch Parties
2026-07-11 15:00 - 18:00 | Old West End Neighborhood, Muncie, IN
Dust off your lawn chairs and gather your neighbors! The historic streets of the Old West End are transforming into a neighborhood-wide concert hall. We’re turning porches into stages and sidewalks into dance floors for an afternoon of music, bites, and community vibes. From soulful acoustic sets to upbeat indie vibes, we’ve curated a lineup of Muncie’s finest talent performing live right from our historic porches.
The event is FREE, but the memories are priceless! Learn more about the event on our website.

July NLC Meeting: Community Safety
2026-07-21 19:00 - 21:00 | EB & Bertha C Ball Center, 400 W. Minnetrista Blvd., Muncie, IN, 47303, United States
This month’s topic is Community Safety – City and County policing and programs | Full schedule
The Neighborhood Leadership Council is an initiative of the Muncie Action Plan that brings together neighborhood association leaders from across the city of Muncie to share best practices, take advantage of educational opportunities, and connect with local resources and area non-profits. The group meets on the third Tuesday of each month on the third floor of the E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center (400 W. Minnetrista Pkwy) at 6:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Come hungry! We always provide dinner at the start of the training.

August Neighborhood Leadership Council Meeting: UBHA Mock Meeting
2026-08-18 17:00 - 19:00 | EB & Bertha C Ball Center, 400 W. Minnetrista Blvd., Muncie, IN, 47303, United States
This month we will host a UBHA Mock Meeting | Full schedule
The Neighborhood Leadership Council is an initiative of the Muncie Action Plan that brings together neighborhood association leaders from across the city of Muncie to share best practices, take advantage of educational opportunities, and connect with local resources and area non-profits. The group meets on the third Tuesday of each month on the third floor of the E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center (400 W. Minnetrista Pkwy) at 6:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Come hungry! We always provide dinner at the start of the training.

September Neighborhood Leadership Council Meeting: DMMPC
2026-09-15 17:00 - 19:00 | EB & Bertha C Ball Center, 400 W. Minnetrista Blvd., Muncie, IN, 47303, United States
This month’s topic is the DMMPC, presented by Kylene Swackhamer | Full schedule
The Neighborhood Leadership Council is an initiative of the Muncie Action Plan that brings together neighborhood association leaders from across the city of Muncie to share best practices, take advantage of educational opportunities, and connect with local resources and area non-profits. The group meets on the third Tuesday of each month on the third floor of the E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center (400 W. Minnetrista Pkwy) at 6:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Come hungry! We always provide dinner at the start of the training.

October Neighborhood Leadership Council Meeting: City Department Heads
2026-10-20 17:00 - 19:00 | EB & Bertha C Ball Center, 400 W. Minnetrista Blvd., Muncie, IN, 47303, United States
This month’s topic is City Department Heads, focusing on CD, Human Rights, and Parks | Full schedule
The Neighborhood Leadership Council is an initiative of the Muncie Action Plan that brings together neighborhood association leaders from across the city of Muncie to share best practices, take advantage of educational opportunities, and connect with local resources and area non-profits. The group meets on the third Tuesday of each month on the third floor of the E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center (400 W. Minnetrista Pkwy) at 6:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Come hungry! We always provide dinner at the start of the training.

November Neighborhood Leadership Council Meeting: Celebrate & Project Pitch Night
2026-11-17 17:00 - 19:00 | EB & Bertha C Ball Center, 400 W. Minnetrista Blvd., Muncie, IN, 47303, United States
This month will be a Celebration and feature project pitches from this year’s CenterPoint Scholars | Full schedule
The Neighborhood Leadership Council is an initiative of the Muncie Action Plan that brings together neighborhood association leaders from across the city of Muncie to share best practices, take advantage of educational opportunities, and connect with local resources and area non-profits. The group meets on the third Tuesday of each month on the third floor of the E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center (400 W. Minnetrista Pkwy) at 6:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Come hungry! We always provide dinner at the start of the training.
