First Thursdays
Hosted by IU Arts and Humanities Council on the Fine Arts Plaza.
- Apr 04Thursday@ 5:00 PM 5:00 PM
Event Description
First Thursdays festivals showcase the diversity of arts and humanities at IU Bloomington and offer a welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, and community members to explore new creative outlets. Previous festivals have included everything from opera to breakdancing, stage-fighting to clay-throwing, and much, much more. Each festival is a unique opportunity to experience the wonderful work of artists, performers, and scholars from all across campus and around town. Dates for the 2023–2024 school year are: September 7, October 5, November 2, and April 4.
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Nov 2023
Upcoming Events
Saturday | Dec 2, 2023
Chimes of Christmas
An evening full of holiday music you'll love to make us feel like we're home for the holidays!
Event Starts 2:00 PM
Sunday | Dec 3, 2023
John Oliver
Host of HBO hit show Last Week Tonight makes his first appearance on the IU Auditorium stage.
Event Starts 7:00 PM
Wednesday | Dec 13, 2023
Straight No Chaser
IU local legends return as part of their Sleighin' It Tour.
Event Starts 7:30 PM
Saturday | Jan 20, 2024
STOMP
The explosive, inventive, and invigorating stage show returns!
Event Starts 8:00 PM
Thursday | Jan 25, 2024
An Evening with Branford Marsalis
An evening of unparalleled artistry from the Grammy winner and his quartet.
Event Starts 7:30 PM
Feb 6 - 7, 2024
Hairspray
You can’t stop the beat of this Tony Award-winning musical comedy phenomenon.
Wednesday | Feb 14, 2024
Matt Rife: ProbleMATTic World Tour
Presented by Live Nation
Event Starts 7:00 PM
Feb 20 - 21, 2024
Jesus Christ Superstar
The 50th anniversary tour with the legendary score by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice.
Saturday | Feb 24, 2024
Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo
Affectionally known as the Trocks, celebrating its landmark 50th anniversary season.
Event Starts 8:00 PM
Tuesday | Mar 26, 2024
Academy of St Martin in the Fields
One of the worlds finest chamber orchestras led by music director and Bloomington native Joshua Bell.
Event Starts 7:30 PM
Thursday | Apr 4, 2024
First Thursdays
Hosted by IU Arts and Humanities Council on the Fine Arts Plaza.
Event Starts 5:00 PM
Apr 9 - 10, 2024
Shrek – The Musical
Your favorite ogre is back in this hilarious stage spectacle based on the Oscar-winning film.
Saturday | Apr 13, 2024
The Full Ride Tour at Memorial Stadium
Presented by On Location and DMG featuring Kane Brown, Jon Pardi, Jessie Murph, and Clayton Anderson
Event Starts 5:30 PM
Thursday | Apr 25, 2024
The Simon & Garfunkel Story
A concert-style production chronicling the amazing journey shared by the iconic folk-rock duo.
Event Starts 7:30 PM
Friday | May 31, 2024
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