Full Event Calendar
One of the nation's finest university performing arts centers, the Newman Center presents a robust schedule of artists, ensembles, speakers, comedians, authors and more every season. Check out the entire calendar below.
Saturday, November 8
Sunny Jain's Wild Wild East
Sunny Jain is a composer, drummer, and dhol player, best known for founding the groundbreaking Bhangra-jazz-rock band Red Baraat. His innovative project Wild Wild East draws inspiration from a wide array of musical influences, including Bollywood classics, Punjabi folk traditions, jazz improvisation, and psychedelic rock.
- 7:30 P.M.
- Gates Concert Hall
Wednesday, November 19
Hung Dance - BIRDY
Founded in 2017 by LAI Hung-chung, Taiwan's Hung Dance seamlessly fuses Peking Opera, Tai Chi, and contemporary dance. Their award-winning production Birdy has captivated audiences worldwide, with 21 sold-out performances at Avignon OFF and a prominent spot at the 91st American Dance Festival (ADF). The piece incorporates symbolic elements such as the Ling Zi and Rattan pole, delving into profound themes of freedom, constraint, and identity.
- 7:30 P.M.
- Gates Concert Hall
Saturday, December 6
World Ballet Company: The Nutcracker
Based in Los Angeles, and led by Sasha Gorskaya and Gulya Hartwick, the World Ballet Company presents the most beloved and iconic ballets of our time in cities nationwide. Driven by the belief that ballet is for everyone, performances appeal to newcomers and seasoned ballet goers alike. The company attracts many international artists and comprises renowned professional dancers representing over ten countries. To date, World Ballet Company has traveled to more than 300 cities, reaching an audience of more than 500,000, many of whom are first-time attendees to a ballet.
- 6:00 P.M.
- Gates Concert Hall
Wednesday, December 10
Bria Skonberg: Jingle Bell Swing
Singer, trumpeter, and songwriter Bria Skonberg has been called the 'shining hope of hot jazz' (NY Times) and is considered 'one of the most versatile and imposing musicians of her generation'(WSJ). The Juno Award winner brings her take on seasonal favorites this December with her sextet.
- 7:30 P.M.
- Gates Concert Hall
Friday, December 12 - Sunday, December 14
Christmas with C.S. Lewis
The year is 1962 and C.S. Lewis, the famous British author, is in the twilight years of his life. He is hosting a group of American writers at his home just outside of Oxford. They have come to hear him speak about the significant events and the people that shaped his life.
As it is Christmas time, Lewis also reflects on how he views this festive season. As one would expect from a gifted speaker the audience are treated to a display of oratory and humor that made Lewis one of England's most famous public speakers.
This powerful, yet intimate portrayal allows you to spend an enthralling evening with a man whose books have literally changed millions of lives. You will laugh, you will rejoice, you may even cry and you will certainly leave celebrating a great author who gave the world the Narnia Chronicles and a Christian legacy that few others can match.
- Various
- Byron Theatre
Thursday, January 15, 2026
Chris Thile
Acclaimed Grammy Award-winning mandolinist, singer, songwriter, composer, and MacArthur Fellow recipient of the prestigious ''Genius Grant'', Chris Thile is a multifaceted musical talent, described by The Guardian as ''that rare being: an all-round musician,'' and hailed by NPR as a ''genre-defying musical genius.'' Thile is a founding member of the highly influential string bands Punch Brothers and Nickel Creek, and has collaborated with countless luminaries from Yo-Yo Ma to Fiona Apple to Brad Mehldau.
- 7:30 P.M.
- Gates Concert Hall
October 1
November 1
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