Entertainment

By Michelle Kinsey— MUNCIE, IN—‘Tis the season for twinkling lights, joyful music, and a whole lot of campus cheer. Ball State University’s Holiday Arts & Culture Night returns Saturday, Dec. 6, from 5 to 9 p.m.! This fun, free celebration turns Ball State’s Cultural Corridor into a festive adventure for the whole family with arts experiences, hands-on activities, and holiday delights waiting at every stop. Presented by Ball State’s Integrated Cultural Committee, visitors can explore a wide range of campus…

By Amy Leffingwell — MUNCIE, IN—Muncie Civic Theatre is delighted to bring holiday joy to the community with its Mainstage production of Miracle on 34th Street, running November 28 through December 21. This beloved musical adaptation of the classic film captures the warmth, wonder, and generosity of the Christmas season, making it the perfect outing for families of all ages. Packed with familiar songs, heartfelt moments, and timeless charm, Miracle on 34th Street tells the story of Kris Kringle, a…

By Cheryl Crowder— MUNCIE, IN – Here’s your chance to win $100 during the holiday season! New this year, DWNTWN Wonder Hunt is featuring Mousecapades: Tiny Tails & Holiday Trail—a festive downtown adventure perfect for families, friends, and holiday explorers of all ages. Meet Chester the Cheese Mouse, Murray the Firefighter Mouse, Chef Enzo Mouse, and their furry friends, who are hiding out in 50 DWNTWN Muncie storefront windows. Each adorable mouse window decal is waiting to be discovered. Find…

By  Carrie Wright— MUNCIE, IN—On Friday November 21 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., the nine professional artists representing six different art studios at the historic Murray Building in downtown Muncie are throwing a unique party, and everyone is invited. For over a year, they’ve been calling themselves “Art at the Murray” which could be considered nothing more than a logo and a Facebook page since they all have different career goals, reasons for needing studio space and typically work…

By Ball State University Communications— MUNCIE, IN— Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present Goodnight, Tyler by playwright B.J. Tindal, with original dramaturgy by Mansi Sahay Seth and direction by Lisa Gaye Dixon. Performances are scheduled for Nov. 15-16 and Nov. 18-22 at 7:30 p.m., with a matinee on Nov. 22 at 2:30 p.m. in the Recital Hall (AR 217) of the Fine Arts Building. Tickets can be purchased in person at the College of Fine Arts Box Office…

By Ball State University Communications— MUNCIE, IN — Ball State University Libraries will continue celebrating the 50th anniversary of Bracken Library with two community events in November highlighting both the Bracken family’s lasting legacy and the influential career of Professor Steve Bell. The first event explores the Bracken family’s connection to Civil War history, while the second honors the life and lessons of a journalist-turned-educator whose work shaped generations of Ball State students. “Bracken Library has served as a cornerstone of learning,…

By Ball State University Communications— MUNCIE, IN — Ball State University will present the North American tour of Tina – The Tina Turner Musical at Emens Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 19. Tickets are on sale now through Ticketmaster, at the Emens Box Office (1800 W. Riverside Ave.), or by phone at 765-285-1539. Written by Tony Award nominee and Pulitzer Prize winner Katori Hall with Frank Ketelaar and Kees Prins, this electrifying stage musical tells the inspiring true story…

By Angie Rapp— MUNCIE, IN— Ball State PBS (formerly WIPB-TV), the producing station of The Joy of Painting is happy to announce the return of Happy Little Fest—the annual celebration of “all things Bob Ross”—at the place the iconic painter called home for many years. Happy Little Fest is set for 1– 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25, at Minnetrista Museum & Gardens in the Greensward space. From 1983 to 1994, The Joy of Painting was filmed at WIPB’s two…

By Ball State University Communications— MUNCIE, IN — Everyone’s favorite Scottish nanny is headed to Muncie this month when the hit musical Mrs. Doubtfire takes the stage at Ball State University’s Emens Auditorium for a 7:30 p.m. Oct. 30 performance. Tickets are available now at the Emens Box Office (1800 W. Riverside Ave.), at Ticketmaster.com, or by phone at 765-285-1539. Groups of 10 or more may place orders by calling the box office. Based on the beloved film, Mrs. Doubtfire tells the hysterical…