Entertainment

By: Jillian Wilschke— Muncie, Indiana — Indiana Public Radio will celebrate the holidays with an original radio drama, “A Few Houses Down: A Christmas Play,” at 7:30 p.m. Friday, December 14, at Sursa Performance Hall on Ball State University’s campus. The original drama tells the story of two scattered families brought together by their grandpa, who imagines himself to be all of the characters in a classic holiday novel. Those who can’t make it to Sursa Hall can listen live at…

By: Michelle Kinsey— Muncie, Indiana— “No man is a failure who has friends.” That simple, angelic statement from “It’s a Wonderful Life” is exactly why Muncie Civic Theatre chose it as this year’s holiday production. “What this story portrays so beautifully and timelessly is that it is the power of the relationships that George has that really makes his life worth living,” said Laura Williamson, director of the production and Civic’s Executive Director. “When he realizes that, we all get…

By: Mike Rhodes— Muncie, Indiana—The 82nd Annual Muncie Community Christmas Sing was held on December 2nd at Worthen Arena. Steve Lindell, vice president and director of operations for Woof Boom Radio was the emcee for the event. The event was videotaped by WIPB-TV and will be broadcast on December 19th at 8pm, December 21st at 5pm, December 23rd at 11am and December 25th at 1pm. Community partners for the event included: Ball State University, the City of Muncie, the Community…

By: Kristi Chambers— Muncie, IN—Mannheim Steamroller will present the best the holiday has to offer this season. The group will perform live for one night only in Muncie, Indiana at Emens Auditorium on November 29, 2018. Tickets are available at the Emens box office or online at www.ticketmaster.com. Call 765-285-1539 for more information or visit www.bsu.edu/emens. This year marks the 33rd Anniversary of the Christmas Tour and release of Mannheim Steamroller Christmas, an album that revolutionized the Holiday Season music…

By: Morgan Dean— Muncie, Indiana—Buddy the Elf said it best: “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear!” Sing along to your favorite holiday classics with the Muncie Symphony Orchestra at the annual Fisher/Shafer Holiday Pops Concert on  Saturday, December 1 at 4pm in Emens Auditorium.  Rejoice in the sounds of the season with special guest artists, the Ball State University Singers and West View Ensemble. “This year’s Holiday Pops will have some familiar aspects but also…

By: Stephen Mortland— Muncie, IN—There is no better way to kick off the holiday season than with your family and friends at Enchanted Luminaria Walk at Minnetrista, on November 30 and December 1 from 6–9 p.m. each night. “Enchanted Luminaria Walk is one of my favorite events to work here at Minnetrista,” said Discovery and Engagement Manager, Ashley Mann. “It’s our gift to the community and there are so many amazing opportunities for family fun and memory making. The excitement…

By: Kristi Chambers— Muncie, Indiana–Emens Auditorium will be host two spectacular holiday shows this Christmas season. Noel the Musical will be on Tuesday, November 20 at 7:30 p.m. Following that Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis will be November 29, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. In partnership with the Muncie Fire Department’s Toys for Tots, bring a toy donation to NOEL the Musical and Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis  and receive a BOGO (buy one get one free) coupon to…

By: Angie Pool— Muncie, IN—Cardinal Greenways’ annual Turkey Trot is Thanksgiving Day, November 22nd from 8:00 am – 11:00 am, with registration beginning at 7:30. The walk/run route is along beautiful Cardinal Greenway and the scenic White River Greenway.  The event begins and ends at the Cardinal Greenway Depot. The walk/run is for humans and canines of all ages. Come for fun wearing your Thanksgiving/Turkey attire! After the walk/run enjoy hot cider and refreshments with friends and family inside the…

By: Michelle Kinsey— Muncie, Indiana – What can a self-centered toy rabbit teach us about love? Quite a bit, actually. Muncie Civic Theatre is presenting “The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane” Nov. 9-11 and 16-18 in the Casazza Family Studio. Friday and Saturday shows will be at 7 p.m. and Sunday matinees will begin at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $13 for adults and $10 for students.  Edward Tulane is a vain, cold-hearted toy china rabbit that embarks on a life-changing…