Entertainment

By Lisa Love, Director and Founder, Muncie Ballet Studio— MUNCIE, IN—Thousands of children have experienced their first ballet with Muncie Ballet Studio (MBS). Each year, more than 1500 schoolchildren attend matinee performances as an introduction to classical dance, music, and theater. Director Lisa Love adapts action-packed, dramatic stories, using colorful costumes, props, and dances to create a vivid backdrop for familiar tales. The Children’s Nutcracker is staged every winter holiday, and each spring features a new ballet based on a…

By Amy Leffingwell— MUNCIE, IN — Muncie Civic Theatre invites audiences to experience Wiesenthal, a gripping one-man play that brings to life the true story of Simon Wiesenthal, the famed Nazi hunter who dedicated his life to seeking justice in the aftermath of World War II. Running April 24 through April 26, this intimate and thought-provoking production stars veteran actor Michael Kleeberg in a commanding solo performance. Under the direction of Sara Crigger, Wiesenthal explores themes of memory, accountability, and…

By Lawrne Owens, Publicist— MUNCIE, IN— Families across East Central Indiana will have an opportunity to celebrate Mother’s Day with laughter when comedian and actor Tommy Davidson headlines a special Mother’s Day event Sunday, May 10, 2026, at the Cornerstone Center for the Arts in Muncie. The event will begin at 6 p.m. and is designed as an evening of comedy and entertainment honoring mothers, grandmothers, aunts and the women who play important roles in families and communities. Davidson is…

By Brea Cunningham— MUNCIE, IN— Celebrate the roots of sustainability at the 2025 Muncie Arbor Day Celebration on Saturday, April 26 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Minnetrista Museum & Gardens. This free, family-friendly event honors Muncie’s 27th year as a Tree City USA, bringing the community together to explore nature, plant for the future, and take home a tree of their own. The centerpiece of the event is the free sapling giveaway, offering a variety of native canopy…

Guilty By Affiliation Wrestling Presents: The Day Is My Enemy – A Night of Sport and Community Awareness By Kerry Johnson— MUNCIE, IN – In an exciting initiative to promote community awareness through the thrilling sport of wrestling, Guilty By Affiliation Wrestling (GBAW) announces its upcoming event, “The Day Is My Enemy.” This action-packed wrestling promotion will be held at the Boys and Girls Club of Muncie, located at 1710 S. Madison St., on April, 25th, 2026. Doors will open…

By Brea Cunningham— MUNCIE, IN— As spring takes root across East Central Indiana, Minnetrista Museum & Gardens invites the community to step outside, explore, and reconnect at Garden Fair, returning Friday, May 8, 2026, from 4–8 p.m., and Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 9 a.m.–3 p.m. This free, two-day community event brings together a vibrant selection of plants, landscaping tools, and handcrafted goods to inspire summer gardening projects. Garden Fair offers something for both garden enthusiasts and music lovers alike, transforming Minnetrista’s campus…

By Tania Said— MUNCIE, IN – The Muncie Arts and Culture Council invites the community to celebrate eight extraordinary public artworks with six celebrations during the Art for the People: Public Art Celebration Weekend on April 24–25, 2026. This historic milestone showcases place-based, forward-thinking installations that reflect who Muncie is today and who we aspire to be tomorrow. Made possible through a $500,000 American Rescue Plan Act investment, these artworks represent a significant shift in Muncie’s approach to public art…

By Brea Cunningham— MUNCIE, IN— What does it mean to be an American? Minnetrista Museum & Gardens invites visitors to explore this question in America at 250: Reflections on Community, on view through October 25, 2026, in the Center Building’s Gallery 2.  As part of the nation’s 250th anniversary, this interactive exhibition centers on the people and perspectives that shape American identity today. Through dialogue, storytelling, and shared reflection, visitors are invited to consider their own experiences—and how individual voices come together to…

By Amy Leffingwell— MUNCIE, IN — Muncie Civic Theatre invites audiences to experience the charm, wit, and spectacle of the beloved Broadway classic Hello, Dolly! running April 10 through April 26 on the mainstage. Bursting with humor, romance, and show stopping musical numbers, this iconic production promises an unforgettable night at the theatre for audiences of all ages. Set in turn of the century New York, Hello, Dolly! follows the irrepressible Dolly Levi, a professional matchmaker with a talent for…