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March 2021
“The Jester in Japan”, Exhibit – Red Skelton Museum of American Comedy
Red Skelton developed a fascination with Japanese culture in the 1950s. He visited Japan on several occasions and created a Japanese garden at his home in California. The Jester in Japan exhibit features paintings, photos and artifacts from his home and his TV show that reflect this love of Japan. *This exhibit will be on display in the Smith Gallery at the Red Skelton Museum from March 2nd - 16th.
Find out more »April 2021
“May the Farce Be With You”, Comedy Production – Old Town Players Theatre
Theatre is back in 2021! The Old Town Players Theatre will present the comedy, May the Farce Be With You. The production follows a science fiction theme opening with evil invaders from the planet Inferna attacking the annual conference of the Idealistic Earth Invididuals Organization (E.I.E.I.O.). The comedy will be held on Friday, April 16 and Saturday, April 17 at 7:00pm, and again on Sunday, April 18 at 3:00pm. Repeat performances will be held on the following weekend.
Find out more »“An Evening of Winds & Percussion”, Virtual Concert
As part of the Spring 2021 Music Program, the Vincennes University Performing Arts Department will present “An Evening of Winds & Percussion” at the Red Skelton Performing Arts Center on Thursday, April 15 at 7:30pm. The performance will feature the V. U. Concert Band and Woodwind Ensemble. *Due to safety protocols implemented by Vincennes University during the COVID-19 Pandemic, members of the public are currently not permitted to be in V. U. venues during performances. Therefore, concerts will be “livestreamed”…
Find out more »The Empty Chair
Vincennes University Theatre Program will present “The Empty Chair,” by Tim Kelly. The Production will premiere via stream at Youtube.com/VUTheatre on April 22nd - 7PM EST. (Final edited copy will be available approximately one week after streaming premiere.)“The Empty Chair” Cast: “The Empty Chair” features a cast and crew of VU students and community members. Student cast members include; Ren Adams as Speaker #1, Peter Hesselgrave as Speaker #2, Cam Crecelius as Speaker #3, Bladen Allbright as Speaker #4, Liz…
Find out more »“May the Farce Be With You”, Comedy Production – Old Town Players Theatre
Theatre is back in 2021! The Old Town Players Theatre will present the comedy, May the Farce Be With You. The production follows a science fiction theme opening with evil invaders from the planet Inferna attacking the annual conference of the Idealistic Earth Invididuals Organization (E.I.E.I.O.). The comedy will be held on Friday, April 23 and Saturday, April 24 at 7:00pm, and again on Sunday, April 25 at 3:00pm.
Find out more »The Struggles
The Vincennes University Theatre Program will present “The Struggles,” by Kendra Thomas. The Production will premiere via stream at Youtube.com/VUTheatre “The Struggles” on April 23rd - 7 PM EST. (Final edited copy will be available approximately one week after streaming premiere.)“The Struggles” Cast: “The Struggles” features a cast and crew of VU students and community members. Student cast members include; Ren Adams as Megan, Peter Hesselgrave as Struggle #1, Allie Crouch as Struggle #2, Bladen Allbright as Struggle #3, Cam…
Find out more »Adventure Days: Native Americans in Indiana
Children are invited to bring history to life during Native Americans in Indiana! Explore the past, present, and day-to-day lives of Native Americans in the Hoosier state. Make crafts, sample foods, experience songs, and dance, plus so much more! This two-hour program is being offered to children in grades 3 - 5 to learn through a combination of short presentations, games, and hands-on activities. Price: $10/youth, 25% discount for members
Find out more »“Jazz on the Wabash”, Virtual Performance
As part of the Spring 2021 Music Program, the Vincennes University Performing Arts Department will present “Jazz on the Wabash” at the Red Skelton Performing Arts Center on Tuesday, April 27 at 7:30pm. The performance will feature the V. U. Jazz Ensemble, Concert Choir and V. U. Connection. *Due to safety protocols implemented by Vincennes University during the COVID-19 Pandemic, members of the public are currently not permitted to be in V. U. venues during performances. Therefore, concerts will be…
Find out more »“Guitar Fest”, Virtual Performance
As part of the Spring 2021 Music Program, the Vincennes University Performing Arts Department will present “Guitar Fest” at the Red Skelton Performing Arts Center on Thursday, April 29 at 7:30pm. The performance will feature V. U. students, faculty and guests. *Due to safety protocols implemented by Vincennes University during the COVID-19 Pandemic, members of the public are currently not permitted to be in V. U. venues during performances. Therefore, concerts will be “livestreamed” on the V. U. Music YouTube…
Find out more »May 2021
WWII Living History Events
The Indiana Military Museum will host a special one time summer WWII Living History Event on behalf of the Danville Illinois reenactment group. The event will feature battle reenactments, artillery and weapons demonstrations, outdoor displays and a WWII encampment.
Find out more »WWII Living History Events
The Indiana Military Museum will host a special one time summer WWII Living History Event on behalf of the Danville Illinois reenactment group. The event will feature battle reenactments, artillery and weapons demonstrations, outdoor displays and a WWII encampment.
Find out more »“Birds!!!”, “Second Sunday Nature Walk” – Ouabache Trails Park
Birds!!!, May's “Second Sunday Nature Walk” will begin at the River Fishing Trail and include nearby areas. This walk is for people of any level, from Never-Been-Birding-But-Am-Curious, to novices, to experienced birders. Local expert birders Gary and Lisa Bowman will be leading us on a casual walk to look for birds, learn how to find and identify them, and learn more about them in general. What is that bird doing? Where does it live? What does it eat? Checklists will…
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