Community Events

Professional Development Workshop: On Stylish Academic Writing, with Genevieve Creedon, director of the IU Scholarly Writing Program

The International Violin Competition of Indianapolis (IVCI) returns September 17–October 4, 2026, bringing the world's top young violinists to Indianapolis for the 12th Quadrennial Competition. Watch rising stars compete for career-launching prizes, including a $75,000 Gold Medal, a Carnegie Hall debut, and a recording contract — all free and open to the public, with the entire event livestreamed.

Let’s do the Time Warp again! Constellation Stage & Screen continues The Rocky Horror Picture Show tradition this October with an interactive screening at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater. Grab your props, shout your favorite callbacks, and dance in the aisles to celebrate this cult classic in all its outrageous glory. Whether you’re a seasoned fan or a Rocky Horror newbie, this is your chance to throw toast, toss toilet paper, and fully immerse yourself in the madness. Don’t dream it, be there!
Pre-Show Costume Contest & Devirginization:

Join us 30 minutes prior to the screening, at 10:00 pm, for our highly anticipated pre-show event, featuring a costume contest, fabulous prizes, devirginization ceremony, and more!

Prop bags are available as a $5 add-on purchase in advance or in the lobby before the show (while supplies last)! Prop bags contain everything you need for the ultimate Rocky Horror experience, including: Newspaper, Party Hat, Playing Card, Toilet Paper, Rice, Squirt Gun, Noise Maker, Rubber Glove, Bells, Toast, and a handy Audience Participation Guide.

The Rocky Horror Picture Show is Rated R, recommended for mature audiences.

Join fellow WTIU viewers and station staff for a special screening in Mitchell, IN of Timeless: Don Fischer’s Half-Century Broadcasting IU Sports on September 22nd.

Timeless tells the story of the legendary broadcaster whose career spans generations of IU fans and athletes. Through archival footage, historic radio calls, interviews, and personal reflections, the documentary explores Fischer’s unlikely rise from a small-town Illinois upbringing to becoming one of the most recognizable voices in college sports.

Following the screening of Timeless, stick around for a screening of A Team That Wouldn't Be Beat, a rarely-seen documentary chronicling the 1975-76 Indiana Hoosiers men's basketball team and their undefeated national championship season, recently resurfaced from the IU Archives.

Join fellow WTIU viewers and station staff for a special screening in Mitchell, IN of Timeless: Don Fischer’s Half-Century Broadcasting IU Sports on September 20th.

Timeless tells the story of the legendary broadcaster whose career spans generations of IU fans and athletes. Through archival footage, historic radio calls, interviews, and personal reflections, the documentary explores Fischer’s unlikely rise from a small-town Illinois upbringing to becoming one of the most recognizable voices in college sports.

Following the screening of Timeless, stick around for a screening of A Team That Wouldn't Be Beat, a rarely-seen documentary chronicling the 1975-76 Indiana Hoosiers men's basketball team and their undefeated national championship season, recently resurfaced from the IU Archives.

Join fellow WTIU viewers and station staff for a special screening in Nashville, IN of Timeless: Don Fischer’s Half-Century Broadcasting IU Sports on September 15th.

Timeless tells the story of the legendary broadcaster whose career spans generations of IU fans and athletes. Through archival footage, historic radio calls, interviews, and personal reflections, the documentary explores Fischer’s unlikely rise from a small-town Illinois upbringing to becoming one of the most recognizable voices in college sports.

Following the screening of Timeless, stick around for a screening of A Team That Wouldn't Be Beat, a rarely-seen documentary chronicling the 1975-76 Indiana Hoosiers men's basketball team and their undefeated national championship season, recently resurfaced from the IU Archives.

Orcenith Smith, music director
Sunday, Sept. 13 • 4 p.m.
Green Center, Kresge Auditorium

Celebrate with us on Sept. 13 when Prof. Orcenith Smith conducts the University Orchestra in the opening of DePauw’s 142nd concert season! Featured on the program will be story music from the great orchestral repertoire, including 'Hall of the Mountain King' from Grieg's "Peer Gynt" and the famous 'Bacchanale' from Saint-Saëns's "Samson and Delilah."

Come sing with us! Sounds of Indiana, Barbershop chorus is having a guest night. 7 PM September 16 2026 at First United Church in Bloomington. All parts are welcome – Bass, baritone, lead and tenor. Questions call Mike at 812-345-8110.

Join the Bloomington Symphony Orchestra as they perform a concert in recognition of our country’s 250th year. From the familiar square dance feel of Copland’s Hoedown, to the soulful, bluesy tonalities of Still’s Afro-American Symphony, this concert explores what it means to be an American.

4:15 pm pre-concert talk
5:00 pm performance

Program:
Aaron Copland – “Hoe-Down” from Rodeo
Gary Powell Nash – “In Memoriam Sojourner Truth”
Jennifer Higdon – All Things Majestic
William Grant Still – Symphony No. 1, “Afro-American”

“I travel the world, and I’m happy to say that America is still the great melting pot – maybe a chunky stew rather than a melting pot at this point, but you know what I mean.” – Philip Glass, 1999 NPR interview

BSO Season Passes can be purchased until October 16th. Passes include discounted tickets to all 4 season concerts, reserved seating, and other benefits. To learn more and purchase your Season Pass, visit https://www.bloomingtonsymphony.com/seasonpass57/