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Captivating audiences across the nation, Celtic Thunder is once again bringing their thrilling blend of tradition and innovation to Southern Indiana.

Longtime fans will be thrilled to see their favorite voices come together, blending their remarkable talents in an atmosphere of warmth and nostalgia. Backed by the phenomenal Celtic Thunder Band, the show seamlessly weaves live music with captivating storytelling and immersive stagecraft.

Support WTIU with a monthly gift of $15 and receive two tickets for the show Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the Murat Theatre in Indianapolis. Support WTIU with a monthly gift of $20 or more for two tickets to the show and a special soundcheck party with the band before the show! Relive the magic of Celtic Thunder at this truly special evening!

Dolly Parton tribute artist Kelly O’Brien presents a dazzling, full-scale theatrical concert with a live band, featuring all of Dolly’s greatest hits from the 1960s to today. Expect powerhouse vocals, laugh-out-loud comedy, rhinestone-studded glamour, and Dolly’s signature warmth in every note. For a monthly sustaining donation of $15, WTIU will send you and a guest to see “The Dolly Show” live! Friday, October 23^rdat 8pm at the Brown County Music Center in beautiful Nashville, Indiana.

As the legendary blues rock performer who has played over 3000 shows across the country and earned multiple Grammy nominations, Bonamassa continues to push the limits of the blues rock genre. Join WTIU with a monthly donation of $20 and we will send you two tickets to the show on Monday, February 15th at 8pm at the historic Murat Theatre in downtown Indianapolis. Up that monthly sustaining support to $25 and enjoy the ultimate Bonamassa fan experience! Not only will we send you two tickets to the show, but we will also include two passes to a sound check experience before the show. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the tour, hear Joe and the band rehearse for the night's show, and receive an autographed photo!

The holiday season is not complete without the return of a cappella sensations Straight No Chaser—born right here at Indiana University. The group has become synonymous with the sound of the holidays, delivering crowd-pleasing arrangements with humor, heart, and flawless harmonies. This year’s performance will be part of their all-new nationwide “Making Spirits Bright” tour. Join WTIU as a sustaining member at $20 a month and request two tickets to your choice of performances: Thursday, December 10th at 7:30pm at the IU Auditorium in Bloomington, or Sunday, December 20th at 3pm at the Murat Theatre in Indianapolis.