Events calendar

Apr 6, 2027

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The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain

The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain has earned international acclaim for its unique blend of exceptional musicianship, clever British humor, and inventive performances. For more than 40 years, the…
Date: Tuesday, Apr. 6
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Miller Auditorium
1341 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Apr 7, 2027

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Student Composers III

A showcase of original works by WMU student composers.
Date: Wednesday, Apr. 7
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Apr 8, 2027

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PSAW Executive Board Meeting

The Professional Staff Association of Western (PSAW) Executive Board will meet to discuss important updates, ongoing projects and future plans. This meeting is for PSAW Executive Board members only…
Date: Thursday, Apr. 8
Time: 10 to 11 a.m.
Location:
Online via Teams
Gold Company on stage with lights behind them, singing. Performance from about 15 years ago.

Gold Company II

GC II, the counterpart to Gold Company, is one of eight vocal ensembles in the Irving S. Gilmore School of Music. Membership is by audition and is open to any student registered at WMU.Greg Jasperse,…
Date: Thursday, Apr. 8
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Apr 9, 2027

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WMU Theatre Presents Peter Pan Goes Wrong

The Cornley Drama Society has never staged anything ambitious before. Tonight they're finding out why as Peter Pan Goes Wrong falls hysterically apart before your eyes in  some of the funniest…
Date: Friday, Apr. 9
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, Shaw Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Apr 10, 2027

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WMU Dance BFA Junior Jury Presentations

Bachelor of Fine Arts juniors in dance present their Junior Juries, a key milestone in the program showcasing their technical and artistic growth.
Date: Saturday, Apr. 10
Time: 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Location:
Dance Studio B, Dalton Center
1300 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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WMU Theatre Presents Peter Pan Goes Wrong

The Cornley Drama Society has never staged anything ambitious before. Tonight they're finding out why as Peter Pan Goes Wrong falls hysterically apart before your eyes in  some of the funniest…
Date: Saturday, Apr. 10
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, Shaw Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Apr 11, 2027

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WMU Theatre Presents Peter Pan Goes Wrong

The Cornley Drama Society has never staged anything ambitious before. Tonight they're finding out why as Peter Pan Goes Wrong falls hysterically apart before your eyes in  some of the funniest…
Date: Sunday, Apr. 11
Time: 2 to 4 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, Shaw Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Apr 12, 2027

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Opera Workshop

Western Michigan University's Opera Workshop offers a production experience in acting, singing, accompanying, and producing opera. Each semester culminates in the performance of an opera or operatic…
Date: Monday, Apr. 12
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Apr 13, 2027

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Gwen Frostic Reading Series: Kwame Alexander

New York Times bestselling author Kwame Alexander delivers a talk and reading for the 2026-2027 Gwen Frostic Reading Series, "Harvest & Heritage of BIPOC Authors."
Date: Tuesday, Apr. 13
Time: All day
A female opera singer in an ornate blue dress, performing on stage.

Opera Workshop

Western Michigan University's Opera Workshop offers a production experience in acting, singing, accompanying, and producing opera. Each semester culminates in the performance of an opera or operatic…
Date: Tuesday, Apr. 13
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Apr 15, 2027

ORI Workshop Series: Resubmission Strategies

Presented by Hanover Research, this presentation will help grantseekers understand reviewer comments and scores and provide direction on responding to these comments.
Date: Thursday, Apr. 15
Time: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
The horn section of a concert band performing on stage.

57th Annual Spring Conference on Wind and Percussion Music: University Wind Symphony

The University Wind Symphony will perform as part of the 57th Annual Spring Conference on Wind and Percussion Music.
Date: Thursday, Apr. 15
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Miller Auditorium
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Blue background with text that reads PETER PAN GOES WRONG.

WMU Theatre Presents Peter Pan Goes Wrong

The Cornley Drama Society has never staged anything ambitious before. Tonight they're finding out why as Peter Pan Goes Wrong falls hysterically apart before your eyes in  some of the funniest…
Date: Thursday, Apr. 15
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, Shaw Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Apr 16, 2027

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BFA Senior Graduating Presentations

A culminating celebration of the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance students, this event showcases seniors’ capstone works and solo performances, marking the transition from student to professional with…
Date: Friday, Apr. 16
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Dance Studio B, Dalton Center
1300 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Blue background with text that reads PETER PAN GOES WRONG.

WMU Theatre Presents Peter Pan Goes Wrong

The Cornley Drama Society has never staged anything ambitious before. Tonight they're finding out why as Peter Pan Goes Wrong falls hysterically apart before your eyes in  some of the funniest…
Date: Friday, Apr. 16
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, Shaw Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Apr 17, 2027

Teal curtain graphic with text reading BFA Graduating Presentations.

BFA Senior Graduating Presentations

A culminating celebration of the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance students, this event showcases seniors’ capstone works and solo performances, marking the transition from student to professional with…
Date: Saturday, Apr. 17
Time: 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Location:
Dance Studio B, Dalton Center
1300 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Teal curtain graphic with text reading BFA Graduating Presentations.

BFA Senior Graduating Presentations

A culminating celebration of the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance students, this event showcases seniors’ capstone works and solo performances, marking the transition from student to professional with…
Date: Saturday, Apr. 17
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Dance Studio B, Dalton Center
1300 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Blue background with text that reads PETER PAN GOES WRONG.

WMU Theatre Presents Peter Pan Goes Wrong

The Cornley Drama Society has never staged anything ambitious before. Tonight they're finding out why as Peter Pan Goes Wrong falls hysterically apart before your eyes in  some of the funniest…
Date: Saturday, Apr. 17
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Gilmore Theatre Complex, Shaw Theatre
1351 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Apr 18, 2027

Teal curtain graphic with text reading BFA Graduating Presentations.

BFA Senior Graduating Presentations

A culminating celebration of the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance students, this event showcases seniors’ capstone works and solo performances, marking the transition from student to professional with…
Date: Sunday, Apr. 18
Time: 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Location:
Dance Studio B, Dalton Center
1300 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US