CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

On April 9, 2025, the Bang on a Can All-Stars will perform David Lang's Before and After Nature at Eisenhower Auditorium. This innovative piece combines ...

The Addams Family returns to the stage for a captivating performance at the Center for the Performing Arts. This musical comedy explores the hilarious and ...

Dear Evan Hansen offers a profound exploration of the challenges faced by today's youth through the lens of social media and personal connection. This critically ...

Circa returns to Penn State with Duck Pond, a contemporary circus reimagining of the classic ballet Swan Lake. Created by Yaron Lifschitz and the Circa ...

Lakecia Benjamin will make her Penn State debut on February 26, 2025, showcasing her unique fusion of jazz, hip-hop, and Latin dance music. The acclaimed ...

Vocal ensembles from Delaware, Penn State, and regional high schools will unite for A Choral Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The concert features ...

Compagnie Hervé Koubi will make its debut at Penn State with a captivating performance of What the Day Owes to the Night on January 22, ...

Mosaic is an annual concert showcasing the exceptional talents of the Penn State School of Music's ensembles and soloists. The performance features a fast-paced array ...

Three-time Grammy Award-winning vocalist Samara Joy will make her Penn State debut with a special performance titled "A Joyful Holiday" featuring the McLendon Family. Taking ...

Step Afrika! presents The Migration: Reflections on Jacob Lawrence, a performance that merges visual art and dance to tell a powerful story of the African ...

Sam Barber, a rising country artist known for his stripped-down covers, will perform at Eisenhower Auditorium on November 7, 2024. Barber gained popularity on TikTok ...

Slam! features an exhilarating blend of acrobatics and theater, exploring the high-energy world of arena wrestling. With a talented cast, including performers from Cirque Flip ...

The Eddie Palmieri Salsa Orchestra will perform on October 23, 2024, at the Eisenhower Auditorium. Renowned for his innovative trombone front line style and significant ...

Le Consort, a Quebec-based ensemble, will perform a vibrant exploration of Baroque violin trio sonatas in its show "From Naples to London." This performance, scheduled ...

Ailey II celebrates its 50th anniversary with a performance featuring the artistic vision of Francesca Harper. This renowned company merges young dance talent with innovative ...

Blippi: Join the Band Tour brings the beloved character Blippi to life on stage with a vibrant, educational performance aimed at young audiences. On October ...

Tina Turner–The Tina Turner Musical chronicles the remarkable journey of the legendary artist who overcame adversity to become the Queen of Rock n’ Roll. Featuring ...

Chanticleer, a twelve-member choral ensemble, will perform "Sing Joyfully" at 7:30 p.m. on September 26. Known for their versatility and vocal clarity, the group will ...

The Move Mix Festival will take place on September 14, 2024, at the Center for the Performing Arts, celebrating its 50th anniversary. This free community ...