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I'M NOT A COMEDIAN..... I'M LENNY BRUCE

August 30th @ 7:30pm 

The Theatre

THIS IS INTENDED FOR A MATURE AUDIENCE 

Many believe that Lenny Bruce was The Godfather of Comedy, who influenced such greats as Richard Pryor, George Carlin, Sarah Silverman, and Bill Maher to name just a few. What drew me to him on a personal level is that Lenny died for the very freedom of speech that so many are still struggling with today.

During the 1960s, Lenny Bruce exposed many of the “untouchable” subjects that are in the news again now: religion, racism, immigration, xenophobia, gender inequality, sexual identity, the criminal justice system, capital punishment, bail reform, government aid, police brutality, corrupt capitalism, the opiate epidemic, marijuana legalization, censorship, and on and on. Over 50 years later, all of the issues Lenny was fighting for are still so relevant. In many ways, we’ve progressed since Lenny was with us, and in many, we have regressed.

lennybruceonstage.com 

Tickets
$25/$15 

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CULTURAL CROSSROADS: DVO艠ÁK IN AMERICA

September 12th @ 7:30pm

Dvorak Concert Hall 

Featuring: 

• The Ciompi Quartet 
• Kenneth Kellogg, bass 
• R. Carlos Nakai, Native flute 
• Will Clipman, world percussion
• Pamela Freund-Striplen,  curator/narrator/violist

Cultural Crossroads: Dvo艡ák in America is a live concert experience that explores the Black and Indigenous influences on Dvo艡ák during his time in America. The program weaves original Native American melodies and moving African American Spirituals along with Dvo艡ák’s most beloved chamber music. Short videos and imagery add to this powerful multimedia experience. Cultural Crossroads: Dvo艡ák in America with its stellar and diverse cast of musicians is a catalyst for audience engagement as it entertains, educates, and inspires - drawn from the curiosity of a Czech composer a century ago. 

Tickets
$25/$20/$15 

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SIX APPEAL

September 20th @ 7:30pm

Dvorak Concert Hall 

IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE 2ND ANNUAL ACA FESTIVAL

Six Appeal is a world-class vocal ensemble whose vibrant energy and dynamic blend bring a cappella to the forefront of live performance. They are two-time global champions of the genre after competing against nearly 200 groups from 26 different countries. Over their decade in the industry, Six Appeal has collaborated with notable artists Andy Grammer, Michael McDonald, Kenny Loggins, and Thundercat. For multiple years in a row, the group has been featured at the Vanity Fair Oscars Party singing on the red carpet. Whether on the stage, sharing their knowledge with future musicians, or serenading the stars, Six Appeal continues to evolve, elevating classic songs to appeal across generations. 

Tickets
$25/$20/$15 

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SHAUN BOOTHE: UNAUTHORIZED BIOGRAPHY SERIES

October 16th @ 7:30pm 

The Theatre

The Unauthorized Biography Series is a celebration of greatness. As a youth speaker, Shaun Boothe has created this series not just to entertain and inform but to awaken the greatness within us all. The series is a critically acclaimed musical project that celebrates the world’s greatest cultural icons through biographical rap songs. Shaun’s work repackages historical figures through the lens of Hip-Hop. Half TED Talk, half live concert, Shaun uses music, multimedia, and motivation to deliver powerful and transformative messaging in a way that truly resonates with audiences.

Tickets
$25/$20/$15 

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 SCHOOL PERFORMANCE: THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2025 @ 10 AM

A special daytime performance will take place for school-aged children and their teachers and staff. For details and tickets, please contact the Box Office at (217) 581-3110 or doudnatix@eiu.edu.