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Wednesday, February 19, 2020
Following her one-woman presentation the previous evening, playwright, actor, and educator Anna Deavere Smith will be joined by Julia Wolfe, composer, educator, and recipient of the 2015 Pulitzer Prize for Music, in CultureTalk, an exploration of the ideas surrounding the arts and culture.
Almost every weekend, a girls’ competitive high school soccer team meets at the City Sports Dome. Over the course of several Saturdays, nine female warriors navigate the cacophony, the cruelty, and the courage of adolescence.
Thursday, February 20, 2020
At Krannert Uncorked, Stage 5 is the crossroads to gather, make connections, and try a new wine.
Almost every weekend, a girls’ competitive high school soccer team meets at the City Sports Dome. Over the course of several Saturdays, nine female warriors navigate the cacophony, the cruelty, and the courage of adolescence.
Friday, February 21, 2020
Almost every weekend, a girls’ competitive high school soccer team meets at the City Sports Dome. Over the course of several Saturdays, nine female warriors navigate the cacophony, the cruelty, and the courage of adolescence.
Countertenor Yichen Li is a diverse musician who has performed extensively in opera, oratorio, and chamber music and has won awards as a vocalist and piano accompanist.
Saturday, February 22, 2020
Almost every weekend, a girls’ competitive high school soccer team meets at the City Sports Dome. Over the course of several Saturdays, nine female warriors navigate the cacophony, the cruelty, and the courage of adolescence.
Sunday, February 23, 2020
Each year, the 21st Century Piano Commission sponsors a competition with a cash prize for a composition featuring the keyboard instrument.
Has winter taken over? Has the frost crept across the fields, down the streets, maybe right into our very homes or even our own hearts? Quebec’s youthful, fearless, masterful Cirque FLIP Fabrique is a magically poetic cirque-style expedition that’s taking worldwide stages by storm.
Almost every weekend, a girls’ competitive high school soccer team meets at the City Sports Dome. Over the course of several Saturdays, nine female warriors navigate the cacophony, the cruelty, and the courage of adolescence.
Tuesday, February 25, 2020
This ensemble is composed of Arab and Israeli musicians defying fierce political divides to make music together. Led by its concertmaster, violinist Michael Barenboim, West-Eastern Divan Ensemble demonstrates that bridges can be built to encourage people to listen to the narrative of the other.
Wednesday, February 26, 2020
A preeminent ensemble in the world, the University of Illinois Wind Symphony premieres new works, travels to national and international events, and sets the standard for band performance and training.
Thursday, February 27, 2020
At Krannert Uncorked, Stage 5 is the crossroads to gather, make connections, and try a new wine.
This joint production celebrates Krannert Center’s 50-year partnership with the School of Music, Lyric Theatre @ Illinois, Illinois Theatre, and Dance at Illinois. Come to the Cabaret and enjoy classic songs, fresh choreography, and an emphasis on the humanity of life in the Weimar Republic.
Pianist Murray Perahia has announced the cancellation of several performances due to illness, including his February 27 appearance at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts.
Friday, February 28, 2020
This joint production celebrates Krannert Center’s 50-year partnership with the School of Music, Lyric Theatre @ Illinois, Illinois Theatre, and Dance at Illinois. Come to the Cabaret and enjoy classic songs, fresh choreography, and an emphasis on the humanity of life in the Weimar Republic.
The outstanding musicians in the University of Illinois Wind Orchestra and Hindsley Symphonic Band excel at a wide range of musical styles and are committed to expanding band music's reaches.
Saturday, February 29, 2020
This joint production celebrates Krannert Center’s 50-year partnership with the School of Music, Lyric Theatre @ Illinois, Illinois Theatre, and Dance at Illinois. Come to the Cabaret and enjoy classic songs, fresh choreography, and an emphasis on the humanity of life in the Weimar Republic.
The Siberian State Symphony Orchestra has announced with regret the cancellation of its winter 2020 American tour, including its Krannert Center visit.
Wednesday, March 4, 2020
The Illinois Modern Ensemble focuses on contemporary and experimental music.
Thursday, March 5, 2020
At Krannert Uncorked, Stage 5 is the crossroads to gather, make connections, and try a new wine.
This joint production celebrates Krannert Center’s 50-year partnership with the School of Music, Lyric Theatre @ Illinois, Illinois Theatre, and Dance at Illinois. Come to the Cabaret and enjoy classic songs, fresh choreography, and an emphasis on the humanity of life in the Weimar Republic.
Venice Baroque Orchestra and Swedish mezzo-soprano Ann Hallenberg pay tribute to Swedish singer Jenny Lind’s musicianship as Hallenberg performs arias of Orlandini, Giacomelli, Hasse, Handel, and Vivaldi.
Friday, March 6, 2020
If you or a loved one is living with Parkinson’s, join us to explore gentle movement in a safe, welcoming environment.
This joint production celebrates Krannert Center’s 50-year partnership with the School of Music, Lyric Theatre @ Illinois, Illinois Theatre, and Dance at Illinois. Come to the Cabaret and enjoy classic songs, fresh choreography, and an emphasis on the humanity of life in the Weimar Republic.
Saturday, March 7, 2020
This joint production celebrates Krannert Center’s 50-year partnership with the School of Music, Lyric Theatre @ Illinois, Illinois Theatre, and Dance at Illinois. Come to the Cabaret and enjoy classic songs, fresh choreography, and an emphasis on the humanity of life in the Weimar Republic.
In this concert, CUSO will perform works by David Diamond and Tchaikovsky, and the soloistic skills of clarinetist J. David Harris and bassoonist Timothy McGovern will shine in Richard Strauss’ "Duet-Concertino."
Sunday, March 8, 2020
This joint production celebrates Krannert Center’s 50-year partnership with the School of Music, Lyric Theatre @ Illinois, Illinois Theatre, and Dance at Illinois. Come to the Cabaret and enjoy classic songs, fresh choreography, and an emphasis on the humanity of life in the Weimar Republic.
Join us for this University of Illinois School of Music faculty recital.
Tuesday, March 10, 2020
Northern Ireland’s Cahoots NI returns to Krannert Center with an enchanting and heartfelt tale filled with music, dance, and non-verbal theatre, based on a true story about love and the ever-evolving meaning of family.
Wednesday, March 11, 2020
The members of Aichi, Japan-based Tao are expressive percussion artists and highly trained athletes who are preserving and expanding the ancient Japanese drumming tradition.
Thursday, March 12, 2020
At Krannert Uncorked, Stage 5 is the crossroads to gather, make connections, and try a new wine.
The premier orchestra at the University of Illinois will be joined by members of other UI ensembles and guest artist Ricardo Herrera, bass-baritone.
Wednesday, March 25, 2020
The versatile musicians of the UI Philharmonia Orchestra play works ranging from new experimental pieces to classics of the literature.
Thursday, March 26, 2020
At Krannert Uncorked, Stage 5 is the crossroads to gather, make connections, and try a new wine.
Henry Wishcamper, member of the Goodman Theatre Artistic Collective, updates his 2007 "The Polish Play," a conflation of Shakespeare’s "Macbeth," Alfred Jarry’s "Ubu Roi," and today’s political landscape.
Friday, March 27, 2020
Krannert Center’s 50th-season celebrations continue with this special performance by Sinfonia da Camera. Hosted at Krannert Center for 36 seasons, Sinfonia is an integral part of the Center’s history and boasts many notable performances, including this program.
Henry Wishcamper, member of the Goodman Theatre Artistic Collective, updates his 2007 "The Polish Play," a conflation of Shakespeare’s "Macbeth," Alfred Jarry’s "Ubu Roi," and today’s political landscape.
Saturday, March 28, 2020
Go behind the scenes with a pre-show conversation.
Henry Wishcamper, member of the Goodman Theatre Artistic Collective, updates his 2007 "The Polish Play," a conflation of Shakespeare’s "Macbeth," Alfred Jarry’s "Ubu Roi," and today’s political landscape.
Musical moments will be woven together with big science presentations by distinguished faculty, followed by a unique rendering of Gustav Mahler’s masterpiece, "Das Lied von der Erde" (The Song of the Earth), enhanced by imagery and movement conceived by Tai Ji master Chungliang Al Huang.
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
Recognized for their visionary collaborations and their compelling interpretations of compositions from core classical chamber music standards to pop songs, the Fauré Quartett is widely regarded as one of today’s top chamber ensembles.
Thursday, April 2, 2020
At Krannert Uncorked, Stage 5 is the crossroads to gather, make connections, and try a new wine.
Henry Wishcamper, member of the Goodman Theatre Artistic Collective, updates his 2007 "The Polish Play," a conflation of Shakespeare’s "Macbeth," Alfred Jarry’s "Ubu Roi," and today’s political landscape.
Studiodance I and Studiodance I Extended feature keystone projects of Dance at Illinois graduate students Elliot Reza Emadian, Evvie Allison, William Ervin, and Kaitlin Fox that explode open new possibilities of contemporary dance.
Friday, April 3, 2020
If you or a loved one is living with Parkinson’s, join us to explore gentle movement in a safe, welcoming environment.
The Mark Morris Dance Group and Music Ensemble will present three works including the newly premiered "Sport" and an as-yet-to-be-titled work set to cantatas by Handel. The final selection is Morris’ beautifully balletic "The Trout," premiered in 2018 and inspired by Franz Schubert’s enchanting chamber music masterpiece, the "Trout" Quintet.
Henry Wishcamper, member of the Goodman Theatre Artistic Collective, updates his 2007 "The Polish Play," a conflation of Shakespeare’s "Macbeth," Alfred Jarry’s "Ubu Roi," and today’s political landscape.
Studiodance I and Studiodance I Extended feature keystone projects of Dance at Illinois graduate students Elliot Reza Emadian, Evvie Allison, William Ervin, and Kaitlin Fox that explode open new possibilities of contemporary dance.
Saturday, April 4, 2020
The Women’s Glee Club is the premier women’s choir at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
The Mark Morris Dance Group and Music Ensemble will present three works including the newly premiered "Sport" and an as-yet-to-be-titled work set to cantatas by Handel. The final selection is Morris’ beautifully balletic "The Trout," premiered in 2018 and inspired by Franz Schubert’s enchanting chamber music masterpiece, the "Trout" Quintet.
Henry Wishcamper, member of the Goodman Theatre Artistic Collective, updates his 2007 "The Polish Play," a conflation of Shakespeare’s "Macbeth," Alfred Jarry’s "Ubu Roi," and today’s political landscape.
Studiodance I and Studiodance I Extended feature keystone projects of Dance at Illinois graduate students Elliot Reza Emadian, Evvie Allison, William Ervin, and Kaitlin Fox that explode open new possibilities of contemporary dance.
The UI Black Chorus has sustained a high level of excellence in performance and collaborating with writers, jazz and gospel musicians, chamber orchestras, and dancers.
Sunday, April 5, 2020
Go behind the scenes with a pre-show conversation.
A preeminent ensemble in the world, the University of Illinois Wind Symphony premieres new works, travels to national and international events, and sets the standard for band performance and training. In this program, the Symphony will be joined by the Libertyville High School Wind Ensemble.
Henry Wishcamper, member of the Goodman Theatre Artistic Collective, updates his 2007 "The Polish Play," a conflation of Shakespeare’s "Macbeth," Alfred Jarry’s "Ubu Roi," and today’s political landscape.
Thursday, April 9, 2020
At Krannert Uncorked, Stage 5 is the crossroads to gather, make connections, and try a new wine.
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
This band performs large ensemble works specifically focused on a variety of quality repertoire, unique/untraditional repertoire, and non-traditional collaborations.
Thursday, April 16, 2020
At Krannert Uncorked, Stage 5 is the crossroads to gather, make connections, and try a new wine.
Contemporary gender, racial, and sexual identities as well as political debates find ancient parallels in Illinois Theatre’s bawdy, brave reimagining of the classic text.
Friday, April 17, 2020
Contemporary gender, racial, and sexual identities as well as political debates find ancient parallels in Illinois Theatre’s bawdy, brave reimagining of the classic text.
The Varsity Men's Glee Club at the University of Illinois presents their annual Dad's Day concert.
Saturday, April 18, 2020
Amir ElSaffar’s Rivers of Sound Orchestra brings together 17 musicians from a broad spectrum of traditions, creating an entirely new musical vocabulary that transcends established notions of style.
CUSO’s 60th-anniversary season concludes with brilliant works that will resound magnificently in the glorious acoustics of the Foellinger Great Hall.
Contemporary gender, racial, and sexual identities as well as political debates find ancient parallels in Illinois Theatre’s bawdy, brave reimagining of the classic text.
Derek Gripper calls upon his own national roots in his interpretation of the diverse musical traditions of Africa. Virtuosic melodies and hints of European, Indian, and Brazilian influences color Gripper’s masterful guitar renderings of kora music for “an open-minded fusion of classical and indigenous” (Art South Africa).
Sunday, April 19, 2020
The UI Trombone Choir shares the stage with the UI Tuba-Euphonium Ensemble for a blending of brass sounds in the Great Hall.
The Illinois Modern Ensemble focuses on contemporary and experimental music.
Tuesday, April 21, 2020
Contemporary gender, racial, and sexual identities as well as political debates find ancient parallels in Illinois Theatre’s bawdy, brave reimagining of the classic text.
Returning to Krannert Center for its 10th performance, the Takács Quartet will be joined by violist Erika Eckert—co-founder and former violist of the Cavani String Quartet—for Brahms’ "String Quintet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 111."
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
The Illini Strings is a string orchestra that performs music from the classics to music written in the 21st century.
Contemporary gender, racial, and sexual identities as well as political debates find ancient parallels in Illinois Theatre’s bawdy, brave reimagining of the classic text.
Thursday, April 23, 2020
At Krannert Uncorked, Stage 5 is the crossroads to gather, make connections, and try a new wine.
Contemporary gender, racial, and sexual identities as well as political debates find ancient parallels in Illinois Theatre’s bawdy, brave reimagining of the classic text.
This band performs large ensemble works specifically focused on a variety of quality repertoire, unique/untraditional repertoire, and non-traditional collaborations.
Friday, April 24, 2020
Pianist and conductor Ian Hobson leads masterclasses at Krannert Center, open for public viewing. Come watch, listen, and learn!
Contemporary gender, racial, and sexual identities as well as political debates find ancient parallels in Illinois Theatre’s bawdy, brave reimagining of the classic text.
Saturday, April 25, 2020
With works by Weber, Hindemith, and Bartók, this program was crafted to showcase Sinfonia’s skill and agility.
Contemporary gender, racial, and sexual identities as well as political debates find ancient parallels in Illinois Theatre’s bawdy, brave reimagining of the classic text.
Sunday, April 26, 2020
Each spring for nearly 40 years, Krannert Center and the School of Music have together chosen an outstanding student through audition who is then presented in recital at Krannert Center with a full professional contract.
Contemporary gender, racial, and sexual identities as well as political debates find ancient parallels in Illinois Theatre’s bawdy, brave reimagining of the classic text.
Tuesday, April 28, 2020
Joining the Jupiter String Quartet for this concert is emerging Canadian baritone Tyler Duncan, who brings consummate musicianship, vocal beauty, and interpretive insight to recital, concert, and operatic literature.
Students in these small jazz combos have the opportunity to hone their technique and work on tight arrangements.
Wednesday, April 29, 2020
The composer and prolific recording artist Jim Pugh leads the UI Jazz Trombone Ensembles on works arranged or written by group members.
Thursday, April 30, 2020
At Krannert Uncorked, Stage 5 is the crossroads to gather, make connections, and try a new wine.
In this musical comedy of manners, both charming and wistful, surprises lie just around the corner, and a magical summer night offers new beginnings.
The Hindsley Symphonic Band includes strong players who perform music for large ensembles, historic works, transcriptions, and modern pieces. For this program, the band will be joined by Victor J. Andrew High School wind Ensemble.
This group from the University of Illinois specializes in tunes from the Big Band era.
Friday, May 1, 2020
If you or a loved one is living with Parkinson’s, join us to explore gentle movement in a safe, welcoming environment.
Enter Krannert Center’s lobby-turned-living room for this casual, highly energized, two-hour sampling of performances and exhibits representing Dance @ Illinois, Illinois Theatre, Lyric Theatre @ Illinois, Krannert Center Youth Series, and other campus and community partnerships.
In this musical comedy of manners, both charming and wistful, surprises lie just around the corner, and a magical summer night offers new beginnings.
The classic jazz ensemble, UI Concert Jazz Band, is led by Chip McNeill—a performer with Arturo Sandoval, Nat Adderley, Maynard Ferguson, and the Woody Herman Orchestra.
The premier orchestra at the University of Illinois will perform a variety of pieces conducted by Donald Schleicher.
Saturday, May 2, 2020
Enjoy a pre-performance discussion with members of the artistic team.
In this musical comedy of manners, both charming and wistful, surprises lie just around the corner, and a magical summer night offers new beginnings.
The UI Latin Jazz Ensemble performs works with South American, Caribbean, Afro-Cuban, and traditional jazz influences.
Sunday, May 3, 2020
Enjoy a pre-performance discussion with members of the artistic team.
In this musical comedy of manners, both charming and wistful, surprises lie just around the corner, and a magical summer night offers new beginnings.
The outstanding musicians in the University of Illinois Wind Orchestra excel at a wide range of musical styles and are committed to expanding band music's reaches as they undertake works for large or small groups, traditional pieces, and new compositions.
Reeds and strings take the lead when these student jazz ensembles head into the Studio Theatre.
Jazz vocalists can perform a cappella, create their own vocal percussion, become entire orchestras unto themselves, or sing dense arrangements backed by rhythm musicians.
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
This ensemble of young musicians who live in Chicago’s Mexican-American neighborhoods has made a glittering debut in the Latin music scene, celebrating and defining an aspect of Mexican heritage (herencia) for a new generation.
This group from the University of Illinois specializes in tunes from the Big Band era.
Wednesday, May 6, 2020
A preeminent ensemble in the world, the University of Illinois Wind Symphony premieres new works, travels to national and international events, and sets the standard for band performance and training.
Students in these small jazz combos have the opportunity to hone their technique and work on tight arrangements.
