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Department of Dance x DanceWorks Chicago - Performance on the Pedmall

Saturday, May 31, 2025 2:00pm
Pedestrian Mall, Downtown Iowa City
At the conclusion of a 2-week summer dance workshop in the Department of Dance, DanceWorks Chicago and students from the department will present a free public performance on the pedmall, presented in partnership with Iowa City Summer of the Arts.There will also be a free, public performance at Space Place Theatre (in North Hall on the UI campus) at 7:30 PM on May 31.
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TINA − The Tina Turner Musical

Saturday, May 31, 2025 2:00pm
Hancher Auditorium
TICKETSSeries subscriptions available for purchase nowIndividual tickets available to general public beginning at 10 a.m. on July 29Adults $115 / $89Students & Youth $115 / $89 / $45Ticket prices are subject to changePart of Hancher's Broadway SeriesAn uplifting comeback story like no other, TINA – The Tina Turner Musical is the inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her most beloved hits, this electrifying...
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Department of Dance x DanceWorks Chicago Concert

Saturday, May 31, 2025 7:30pm
Space Place Theater
At the conclusion of a 2-week summer dance workshop in the Department of Dance, DanceWorks Chicago and students from the department will present a free performance in Space Place.
TINA − The Tina Turner Musical promotional image

TINA − The Tina Turner Musical

Saturday, May 31, 2025 7:30pm
Hancher Auditorium
TICKETSSeries subscriptions available for purchase nowIndividual tickets available to general public beginning at 10 a.m. on July 29Adults $115 / $89Students & Youth $115 / $89 / $45Ticket prices are subject to changePart of Hancher's Broadway SeriesAn uplifting comeback story like no other, TINA – The Tina Turner Musical is the inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her most beloved hits, this electrifying...
TINA − The Tina Turner Musical promotional image

TINA − The Tina Turner Musical

Sunday, June 1, 2025 2:00pm
Hancher Auditorium
TICKETSSeries subscriptions available for purchase nowIndividual tickets available to general public beginning at 10 a.m. on July 29Adults $115 / $89Students & Youth $115 / $89 / $45Ticket prices are subject to changePart of Hancher's Broadway SeriesAn uplifting comeback story like no other, TINA – The Tina Turner Musical is the inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her most beloved hits, this electrifying...
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Iowa City Philharmonic Performance

Sunday, June 1, 2025 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Stanley Museum of Art
Immerse yourself in a captivating orchestral performance by the Iowa City Philharmonic Orchestra at the Stanley Museum of Art. Experience an afternoon of classical and contemporary pieces performed live in the lobby, where music meets visual art.The event is free and open to all, but seating is limited. Registration is strongly recommended to ensure a reserved seat: https://uiowa.doubleknot.com/event/iowa-city-philharmonic/3094317Program1. John Adams (b. 1947)‘Shaking and Trembling,’ ‘Shaker...
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The Original Pinettes Brass Band - in conversation

Friday, June 6, 2025 2:00pm
Voxman Music Building
Join members of The Original Pinettes Brass Band, “the ONLY female Brass Band in the Universe,” for a very special panel discussion on June 6! The talk, moderated by Tammie Walker, Director of the School of Music and Professor of Piano, will focus on the band members’ experiences as Black women musicians in the United States, as well as balancing their lives as performers with other careers. This event is FREE and open to all, and we encourage musicians and community members of all races and...
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2025 Downtown Summer Gallery Walk

Friday, June 6, 2025 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Stanley Museum of Art
The Iowa City Gallery Walk is back for another year! For over 25 years, this event has taken over downtown and filled your favorite businesses with wonderful works of art. Make an evening of it and grab a bite to eat, shop, and gallery walk in beautiful downtown Iowa City! The 2025 Downtown Summer Gallery Walk is Friday, June 6th from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. This FREE event is open to everyone to enjoy a self-guided tour of shops, galleries, and other locations that have curated featured artists and...
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2025 Iowa Arts Festival | Art-Making Sunday

Sunday, June 8, 2025 11:00am to 3:00pm
Pedestrian Mall, Downtown Iowa City
Join Summer of the Arts and the Stanley Museum of Art in not just viewing art but making it!The Stanley booth will be live on Sunday at the Ped Mall - color your very own fabric slap bracelets with paint markers! While you're there, enjoy a variety of music, performances and your favorite swing band and international sounds too.Full schedule for the 2025 Iowa Arts Festival can be found here.
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Stanley Creates | Model Magic Cupcakes

Saturday, June 14, 2025 2:00pm to 3:30pm
Stanley Museum of Art
Join us for the latest session of Stanley Creates, where participants will work with model magic clay to create their own delicious cupcake treats! Registration link coming soon.Stanley Creates is a free, family-friendly event offered twice a semester at the Stanley Museum of Art. It provides an opportunity for families to experience the museum together through an art-making activity that takes inspiration from the Stanley collection. During their visit to the Stanley, families are also...