Reynolds College Blog

Call for musicians for third annual “April at the Amphitheatre” concert series

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The “April at the Amphitheatre” brown bag music series is once again calling for musician applications.

Now in its third year, the series is open to artists from across the Ozarks. “Solo and group artists are welcome to apply. We are looking for a broad range of styles,” said Mark Templeton, executive director of John Goodman Amphitheatre (JGA) marketing and external relations.

Selected artists will receive a $300 honorarium.

During the month of April, artists perform on Wednesdays during the lunch hour for approximately 45 minutes.

Graphic of brown bag with instrumentsPerformances will be held at the JGA in the Judith Enyeart Reynolds Arts Park of Missouri State University.

All performances and are free and open to the public.

JGA and the Reynolds College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities sponsor the event.

Contact Mark Templeton for more information.

 

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Performance dates

April 1
April 8
April 15
April 22

 

Theatre and Dance presents “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” in JGA Oct. 2-5.

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Missouri State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present the William Shakespeare classic, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” 7:30 p.m. Oct. 2-5, 2025, in the John Goodman Amphitheatre.

Theatre and Dance Professor Sarah Wiggin directs the play.

Tickets are $16 for adults, $13 for students and seniors. MSU students can receive special advance purchase discounts with an MSU ID.

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“Awakening” theme defines 2025-26 Theatre and Dance season

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The Department of Theatre and Dance offers an exciting and innovative lineup of shows, ranging from Shakespeare to Broadway classics, for its 2025-26 schedule.

This year’s production theme, “Awakening,” is based on the idea that the artistic disciplines of theatre and dance awaken us to a universe of ideas and emotions, said Mark Templeton, executive director of marketing and external relations. In turn, they broaden our perspective and deepen our understanding of ourselves and others.

Because of ongoing construction of the Judith Enyeart Reynolds Complex and interior restoration in Craig Hall, this year’s productions will be performed in other venues. These locations include the John Goodman Amphitheatre, the Credo Arts Center and the Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts.

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Tent Theatre’s “Vintage Hitchcock” promises an evening of mystery and suspense

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Missouri State University’s Tent Theatre continues the 2025 season with its production of “Vintage Hitchcock: A Live Radio Play.”

Performances are June 27 and 28, then June 30-July 2 at the John Goodman Amphitheatre.

All show times are 8 p.m.

Ticket information

Individual, group, and season tickets are now on sale. Patrons can purchase by mail, calling the box office at 417-836-7678 or 1-888-476-7849 or online at MissouriStateTix.com.

On show days, Tent Theatre patrons can pick up their tickets at the will-call kiosk next to the Amphitheatre between 6:30 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Food and drink concessions will be available. Patrons can access restrooms in Hill Hall, just north of Craig Hall.

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Early Hitchcock films brought to the stage

Directed by Betsy Kruse Craig, “Vintage Hitchcock” adapts three of film director Alfred Hitchcock’s earliest films – “The Lodger,” “Sabotage” and “The 39 Steps” – into radio format.

Known as the “master of suspense,” Hitchcock used innovative techniques in his films. Camera angles and framing, along with ominous music, create a sense of escalating danger and the surreal.

In “Vintage Hitchcock,” the stories are presented as they might have been in the 1940s. Five actors play dozens of characters, with live sound effects and atmospheric music keeping audiences spellbound. Vintage commercials woven into the performance add to the fun of this unique production.

 

Tent Theatre opens 2025 season with “Serenade”

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Missouri State University’s Tent Theatre opens the 2025 season with its production of “Serenade: Summer Nights of Swing and Song.”

Performances are June 12-14 and 18-21 at the John Goodman Amphitheatre. All show times are 8 p.m.

Professor Sarah Wiggin from the Department of Theatre and Dance is the show’s director.

Ticket information

Individual, group and season tickets are now on sale. They can be purchased by mail, calling the box office at 417-836-7678 or 1-888-476-7849 or online at MissouriStateTix.com.

On show days, Tent Theatre patrons can pick up their tickets at the will-call kiosk next to the Amphitheatre between 6:30 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Food and drink concessions will be available, and patrons will have access to restrooms in Hill Hall, just north of Craig Hall.

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“Las Vegas flair” brings timeless tunes to life

Multiple vocalists, backed by Missouri State’s “Serenade” Jazz Orchestra, will bring to life classic tunes immortalized by Frank Sinatra, Peggy Lee, Dean Martin and Ella Fitzgerald, along with contemporary hits from Natalie Cole, Michael Bublé, Harry Connick Jr. and others.

“I am loving working with the ‘Serenade’ jazz orchestra,” Wiggin said. “They are really elevating the performance of the jazz concert, and the vocalists are very enthusiastic about collaborating with them. It’s magical.”

Conducted and directed by Dr. Jason Hausback of the Department of Music, the jazz orchestra includes Missouri State students, alumni and guest artists. Heather Luellen of the theatre and dance department is the show’s music coordinator.

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