Lindquist College of Arts & Humanities Arts/Events Calendar

La Vrille

When:  Oct. 29, 2026 – Apr. 9, 2027
Location: Dumke Arts Plaza
Free and Open to the Public
Opening reception: Oct. 29, 2026 | 6:00 PM

Explore La Vrille, a new public art installation by Paris-based artist elparo. Known for his large-scale sculptures created with wood and upcycled materials, elparo has exhibited his work around the world. La Vrille marks his debut in the United States, featuring a site-responsive sculpture that appears to defy gravity and invites viewers to experience familiar spaces in a new way.

Much Ado About Nothing

When:  November 6–7 & 11–14, 2026 | 7 PM
Matinee: November 14 | 2 PM
Location: Val A. Browning Center | Allred Theatre
Tickets Required

Set in the French Quarter of New Orleans during Mardi Gras, Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing follows the witty sparring of Beatrice and Benedick alongside the romance of Claudio and Hero, whose relationship is threatened by deception and scandal. Filled with sharp humor, wordplay, and heartfelt moments, this timeless comedy explores love, gossip, and forgiveness.

Fall into Jazz

When:  Nov. 17, 2026 | 7:30 PM
Location: Val A. Browning Center | Allred Theatre
Tickets Required

The Weber State Jazz Ensemble presents its Fall Concert featuring America's music as played by Weber's finest!

String Chamber Music Fall Concert

When:  Nov. 17, 2026 | 7:30 PM
Location: Val A. Browning Center | Garrison Choral Room
Free and Open to the Public

WSU string area students will perform exciting chamber music gems in various groups, including string quartets and trios. Collaborating and performing on their own, the students will be sharing the repertoire they’ve prepared throughout the semester.

THE FIELD | Fall into Dance

When:  Nov 18 | 7:00 PM, Nov 19 | 5:30 PM
Nov 20–21 | 7:00 PM, Nov 21 | 2:00 PM
Location: Val A. Browning Center | Eccles Black Box Theatre
Tickets Required

THE FIELD | Fall into Dance is back inviting audiences to reconsider what dance can be in a world marked by division and uncertainty. THE FIELD is a platform to new student choreographers and Moving Company, under the direction of Adjunct Faculty Stacee Perry, to position movement as a dialogue across cultures, identities, and lived experiences.

Rooted in a legacy of empowerment, discovery, and community, THE FIELD presents local, regional, and national works that ask how the body carries history, how movement fosters connection, and how art can respond to division with clarity and purpose.

WSU Guitar Ensembles Concert

When:  Nov. 30, 2026 | 7 PM
Location: Val A. Browning Center | Garrison Choral Room
Free and Open to the Public

Join our community guitar orchestra and ensembles for an evening of music featuring a vibrant selection of works performed on both nylon and steel-string guitars. From rich harmonies to energetic rhythms, this concert showcases the versatility and beauty of the guitar in a welcoming and engaging performance for all audiences.

Carol of Drums Festival

When:  Dec. 1, 2026 | 7:30 PM
Location: Val A. Browning Center | Allred Theatre
Tickets Required

The Weber State University Percussion Ensemble welcomes you to our Annual Carol of Drums Festival. The WSU Percussion Ensemble will showcase original works and arrangements by students and faculty and invites you to come and celebrate the holidays with us.

Our concert will feature performances by the WSU Percussion Orchestra; WSU Percussion Chamber Ensembles; WSU Marimba Ensemble; the WSU Steel Pan Ensemble, Pantastica; WSU Drumline; and special guests from the Ogden Community. 

Speech Showcase

When:  Dec. 3, 2026 | 7 PM
Location: Elizabeth Hall | Room 229
Free and Open to the Public

An inspiring evening of student voices and storytelling as the top speakers from COMM 1020 take the stage to present speeches on topics they are passionate about. Selected from all COMM 1020 classes, these outstanding students showcase the power of communication, creativity, and public speaking through engaging and thought-provoking presentations.

Symphonic Band: Songs of the Season

When:  Dec. 3, 2026 | 7:30 PM
Location: Val A. Browning Center | Austad Auditorium
Tickets Required

Start your December with the Weber State Symphonic Band as they present "Songs of the Season," a concert featuring both sacred and secular melodies that are synonymous with the holidays. From timeless carols to modern favorites, this performance is the perfect way to kick start your holiday spirit! 

BFA Thesis Exhibition

When:  Dec. 4 - 11, 2026
Location: Kimball Arts Building | Shaw Gallery 
Free and Open to the Public

Celebrating the creativity, talent, and hard work of our graduating art and design students at this capstone showcase. Featuring a diverse range of projects and artistic perspectives, the exhibition highlights the innovative work students have developed throughout their academic journey and offers a glimpse into the next generation of artists and designers.

Tidings of Joy: 41st Annual Holiday Choir Concert

When:  Dec. 6, 2026 | 5:30 & 8 PM
Location: St. Joseph’s Catholic Church | 24th & Adams Ave., Ogden 
Tickets Required

Come celebrate the holiday season at the Weber State Choir's 41st Annual Holiday Choir Concert featuring the Weber State Symphony Orchestra. Tickets for this popular event go quickly, so get yours today! 

Winter ChoirFest

When:  Feb. 10 | 7:30 PM
Location: Val A. Browning Center | Austad Auditorium
Tickets Required

Join the Weber State Choirs for an evening of music spanning a wide variety of genres. With something for everyone, this concert celebrates the talent and versatility of Weber State's student vocalists.

Browning Presents! Roosevelt Montás

When:  Feb. 11 | 7:30 PM
Location: Val A. Browning Center | Allred Theatre
Free and Open to the Public | RSVP Here

Roosevelt Montás, author of Rescuing Socrates and professor of liberal education and civic life at Bard College, explores how great books can shape identity, purpose and citizenship. Drawing from his journey as an immigrant and scholar, he examines the transformative power of a humanities education across backgrounds and generations.

Single Movement Masterworks

When:  Feb. 19 | 7:30 PM
Location: Val A. Browning Center | Austad Auditorium
Tickets Required

The Weber State University Symphonic Band and Symphony Orchestra present an evening of classic masterworks composed in a single movement. Featuring music spanning more than 200 years, this concert celebrates the power and variety of orchestral and band compositions.

Merrily We Roll Along

When:  Feb. 19-20 and 24-27 | 7:00 PM
February 27 | 2 PM
Location: Val A. Browning Center | Allred Theatre
Tickets Required

Stephen Sondheim's Merrily We Roll Along traces a lifelong friendship in reverse, following three artists as they navigate ambition, success and the compromises that come with chasing their dreams. Blending sharp wit with emotional depth, this musical explores how our choices shape our lives and relationships.

ASL-interpreted performance: February 25

Wasatch Writers Center Visiting Writer: Mark Wunderlich

When:  Feb. 23 | 6:00 PM
Location: Stewart Library | Hetzel-Hoellien Room
Free and Open to the Public

Join celebrated poet and educator Mark Wunderlich for a visiting writer event featuring a reading of his poetry.

Browning Presents! TJ Klune

When:  March 16 | 7:30 PM
Location: Val A. Browning Center | Austad Auditorium
Free and Open to the Public | RSVP Here

TJ Klune, bestselling author of The House in the Cerulean Sea and other beloved fantasy novels, explores storytelling, belonging and the power of found family. Through imaginative worlds and memorable characters, his work celebrates empathy, acceptance and embracing differences.

Filmmaking Industry Panel

When:  March 25 | 6:00 PM
Location: Wildcat Theater
Free and Open to the Public

What does it really take to build a career in film in Utah? Join filmmakers and industry professionals from across Northern Utah for a conversation about breaking into the industry, finding opportunities, building connections and making a living doing creative work close to home.

"My Favorite Things" Presented by the WSU Opera Students

When:  March 25-26 | 7:30 PM
Location: Val A. Browning Center | Allred Theatre
Tickets Required

From the timeless musicals of Rodgers and Hammerstein and the sophistication of Gershwin to the passionate operas of Puccini and Mozart, this concert brings together opera and musical theatre favorites. Enjoy beautiful ensembles, powerful solos, familiar melodies and a few unexpected surprises.

42nd Annual Dr. Mikel and Janis Vause National Undergraduate Literature Conference

When:  March 25-27 | Various Times
Location: Elizabeth Hall
Free and Open to the Public

The National Undergraduate Literature Conference brings together undergraduate students from across the country to share original creative and critical writing. Established in 1985, the conference provides students with opportunities to present their work, connect with fellow writers and hear from influential voices in contemporary literature.

The River Bride

When:  April 2-3 and 7-10 | 7:00 PM
April 10 | 2 PM
Location: Val A. Browning Center | Eccles Blackbox Theatre
Tickets Required

Set in a small fishing village along the Amazon River, Marisela Treviño Orta's The River Bride follows two sisters whose lives are disrupted by the arrival of a mysterious stranger just days before a wedding. Drawing from Brazilian folklore, this haunting play explores love, longing and the choices between duty and desire.

ASL-interpreted performance: April 8

THE FIELD | Spring Into Dance

When:  April 8 | 5:30 PM 
April 9-10 | 7:00 PM
Location: Val A. Browning Center | Allred Theatre
Tickets Required

THE FIELD | Spring Into Dance celebrates cultural identity, ancestry, belonging and resilience through the power of movement. Exploring how personal histories and traditions shape who we are, this performance highlights the connections between individual experiences, artistic expression and shared cultural memory.

KWCR Fest

When:  April 8 | TBD
Location: TBD
Free and Open to the Public

Join KWCR for its annual festival featuring live music, games and raffle prizes! Bring a friend or two and enjoy an afternoon or evening of entertainment and community.

Symphonic Band Spring Concert

When:  April 8 | 7:30 PM 
Location: Val A. Browning Center | Austad Auditorium
Tickets Required

Join the Weber State Symphonic Band as it concludes its 2026–27 concert season with a program featuring both classical favorites and new music for band. Enjoy an evening showcasing the talent of Weber State's student musicians.

Symphony Orchestra Concerto Night

When:  April 10 | 7:30 PM 
Location: Val A. Browning Center | Austad Auditorium
Tickets Required

Winners of the 2027 Weber State Concerto Competition take the stage alongside the Weber State Symphony Orchestra for an evening celebrating exceptional student musicians and their talents.

Wind and Percussion Chamber Music Concert

When:  April 13 | 7:30 PM 
Location: Val A. Browning Center | Garrison Choral Room
Free and Open to the Public

Experience the energy of percussion and the rich harmonies of woodwind and brass instruments in this dynamic chamber music concert. From powerful rhythms to expressive melodies, this performance brings audiences closer to the music.

Spring ChoirFest

When:  April 14 | 7:30 PM 
Location: Val A. Browning Center | Austad Auditorium
Tickets Required

Join the Weber State Choirs for their final concert of the academic year! Featuring music from a variety of genres, this performance celebrates the talents of Weber State's student vocalists and offers something for every music lover.

String Chamber Music Spring Concert

When:  April 15 | 7:30 PM 
Location: Val A. Browning Center | Garrison Choral Room
Free and Open to the Public

Weber State string students present an evening of chamber music under the direction of Dr. Viktor Uzur. Featuring duos, trios, quartets and other ensembles, this concert showcases a variety of works from the chamber music repertoire.

Percussion Ensemble Presents: A Night at the Theater

When:  April 16 | 7:30 PM 
Location: Val A. Browning Center | Austad Auditorium
Tickets Required

Lights, camera, percussion! Weber State's Percussion Ensemble presents an evening of original works and arrangements by students, alumni and faculty. Experience a live soundtrack and Foley sound effects accompanying Buster Keaton's silent film The Balloonatic, followed by music from The Phantom of the Opera performed by the Weber State Steel Orchestra. Guests are encouraged to dress up, with prizes awarded for the best-dressed attendees.

Utah Panorama 2027: Pan Rising — Steel Across the West

When:  April 17 | Festival: 9 AM–5 PM; Concert and Awards Ceremony: 7:30 PM
Location: TBD
Tickets Required

Utah Panorama returns for its second annual celebration of steel band music, bringing together musicians from Utah and the surrounding region. Enjoy a day of live performances, competition and community as talented steel bands showcase the vibrant rhythms, creativity and energy of steelpan music.

Spring Jazz Ensemble Concert

When:  April 20 | 7:30 PM 
Location: Val A. Browning Center | Allred Theatre
Tickets Required

Celebrate the arrival of spring with the Weber State University Jazz Ensemble! Enjoy an energetic evening of swinging rhythms, vibrant harmonies and big band jazz featuring talented student musicians, classic jazz sounds and fresh interpretations.

Speech Showcase

When:  April 22 | 7:00 PM 
Location: Elizabeth Hall | Room 229
Free and Open to the Public

An inspiring evening of student voices and storytelling as the top speakers from COMM 1020 take the stage to present speeches on topics they are passionate about. Selected from all COMM 1020 classes, these outstanding students showcase the power of communication, creativity, and public speaking through engaging and thought-provoking presentations.

Golden Spike Fringe Festival

When:  April 22-24 | 7:00 PM 
April 24 | 2 PM
Location:  Val A. Browning Center | Eccles Blackbox Theatre
Tickets Required

The Golden Spike Fringe Festival brings together Weber State theatre students for a celebration of collaboration and creativity. Featuring two distinct programs of one-act and short plays, the festival showcases the work of student directors, actors and designers through a mix of new, modern and classic theatre.

Guitar Ensembles Concert

When:  April 26 | 7:00 PM 
Location: Val A. Browning Center | Garrison Choral Room
Free and Open to the Public

Join Weber State's guitar studio and guitar ensembles for a spring concert showcasing the music they've been working on throughout the semester. Enjoy an evening celebrating the talent and musicianship of Weber State's student guitarists.