Another academic year has come to a close, but the Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts is gearing up for the summer season. Visit one of our art exhibitions or join us for an annual favorite such as the Concerts on the Quad and the Illinois Shakespeare Festival.
Please note that the dates and times of events are subject to change, and this list may not include all events offered.
Follow Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts on social media, and keep up to date with Fine Arts news by visiting the University’s events calendar.
University Galleries, Uptown Normal
Exhibition: Reflection (Curated by Teen Art Group)
On view May 20 through July 28
Exhibition: Grounds
On view May 20 through August 6
Exhibition: Ilse Bing: Doublings
On view May 20 through August 6
Community events including artmaking workshops are offered throughout the summer.
You can find University Galleries on Facebook, Instagram, and X, and sign up to receive email updates through the newsletter. For more information visit University Galleries at Galleries.IllinoisState.edu, email gallery@IllinoisState.edu, or call (309) 438-5487.
Concerts on the Quad
Concerts on the Quad returns this summer. Concerts are held at 7 p.m. on Mondays in July, are free and open to the public, and take place on the east side of Cook Hall (the castle) on the Illinois State University Quad.
July 1—33rd Illinois Volunteer Regiment Band
Kickoff the week and July 4th festivities with a night of Civil War era music.
July 8—Olivia Wexler
Up-and-coming singer-songwriter Olivia Wexler makes her Concerts on the Quad debut.
July 15—Jodi Beach
The lovely Jodi Beach performs songs and stories from the Great American Songbook.
July 22—An Evening of Jazz
Enjoy an evening of hot licks and cool riffs with the Tom Marko Quintet.
July 29—Singing Under the Stars with MIOpera
Artists from MIOpera perform favorites from the Broadway and operatic stages.
For more information visit the Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts website and follow Concerts on the Quad on social media.
Illinois Shakespeare Festival
Illinois Shakespeare Festival (ISF) announced its 2024 repertory season with three artistic offerings, including two Shakespeare plays—a sophisticated comedy and a bloody tragedy—as well as a world premiere of a new adaptation of Jane Austen’s Sense and Sensibility. Performances run June 26 through August 3. Tickets are on sale now.
Go Beyond the Stage with interviews, behind the scenes information, and featured stories related to this season, sign up to receive the ISF Friends Newsletter, and follow the Festival on Facebook and Instagram.
