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Get recharged. Embrace a fresh perspective. Remember what matters.
Let’s unclench from this hectic lifestyle together by exploring where and how the arts intersect with our experiences. When we collaborate, the journey feels easier, the gifts are more meaningful, and the joy grows deeper.
Join us for interactive events that will fit into your comfort zone or push you to grow beyond it. Step into deep conversations with orchestra conductors, engage in discussions with people who know as little as—or a whole lot more than—you do about Hamlet, sit in on a workshop about drumming, or listen to a world-class dancer describe her secret love of chocolate.
We’re always creating new activities and new ways to make connections. You may already know about the noon Interval concerts, the end-of-the-work-day releases that are 5pm Traffic Jam performances, and our Afterglow musical series that kicks off right after evening shows.
For a more intimate setting for investigation, try out Art in Conversation, a Prelude, a Concert Prep, or a Pre-performance Conversation. You’ll be face-to-face with directors, conductors, actors, dancers, musicians, and Krannert Center experts who will share, unearth, examine, and wonder at the arts along with you.
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Krannert Uncorked with High Cotton Bluegrass Band
Thursday, June 6, 2013, at 5:00pm | Stage 5 | free
This week, Corkscrew Wine Emporium will hand out summery samples as the breezy picking from High Cotton Bluegrass Band glides through the Lobby. More -
Krannert Uncorked with Faye Ballard, ragtime piano
Thursday, June 13, 2013, at 5:00pm | Stage 5 | free
Faye Ballard returns to Krannert Uncorked to send us one-stepping back to the era of Jelly Roll Morton and Scott Joplin. More -
Dance for People with Parkinson’s
Friday, June 14, 2013, at 10:00am | Drama Rehearsal Room (Level 2) | free
Marianne Jarvi and Kate Kuper, instructors Beverly Hillmer, accompanist Experience the fellowship of communal dance with instructors Marianne Jarvi and Kate Kuper of Dance at Illinois. More -
OUTSIDE at the Research Park: Vieux Farka Touré with opening act Mhondoro Rhythm Success
Friday, June 14, 2013, at 6:30pm | UI Research Park (1816 South Oak Street, Champaign) | free
CU’s own Mhondoro Rhythm Success simmers with enchanting Zimbabwean pop songs that blend traditional regional music with electric guitar. More -
Krannert Uncorked with the BR Trio, jazz
Thursday, June 20, 2013, at 5:00pm | Stage 5 | free
Jazz riffs and Brazilian rhythms ripple from the BR Trio, and Silvercreek has selections to get you on your feet for a bossa nova. More -
Illinois Summer Youth Music 2013
Saturday, June 22, 2013, at 10:00am | Various Locations | free
Each year, thousands of students attend a challenging and fun-filled ISYM camp to hone their musicianship. More -
Krannert Uncorked with Rick Kubetz and Terry Bush, Americana
Thursday, June 27, 2013, at 5:00pm | Stage 5 | free
Soak up the guitar and mandolin strains of the sweet Americana from Rick Kubetz and Terry Bush this week. More -
Illinois Summer Youth Music 2013
Saturday, June 29, 2013, at 10:00am | Various Locations | free
Each year, thousands of students attend a challenging and fun-filled ISYM camp to hone their musicianship. More -
Krannert Uncorked with Maurice McKinley, jazz
Thursday, July 11, 2013, at 5:00pm | Stage 5 | free
Krannert Uncorked welcomes back Maurice McKinley and his inimitable jazz, and Big Grove Tavern will be here with beverage samples to keep you cool on a July afternoon. More -
Dance for People with Parkinson’s
Friday, July 12, 2013, at 10:00am | Drama Rehearsal Room (Level 2) | free
Marianne Jarvi and Kate Kuper, instructors Beverly Hillmer, accompanist Experience the fellowship of communal dance with instructors Marianne Jarvi and Kate Kuper of Dance at Illinois. More -
OUTSIDE at the Research Park: Spuyten Duyvil with opening act The Diva & The Dude/Kathy Harden & Andy Baylor
Friday, July 12, 2013, at 6:30pm | UI Research Park (1816 South Oak Street, Champaign) | free
A refreshing night kicks off with with Kathy Harden and Andy Baylor, better known as The Diva & The Dude, who cover songs by saucy women ranging from Patsy Cline to Koko Taylor. More -
Illinois Summer Youth Music 2013
Saturday, July 13, 2013, at 10:00am | Various Locations | free
Each year, thousands of students attend a challenging and fun-filled ISYM camp to hone their musicianship. More -
Krannert Uncorked with Michael Kammin, solo guitar
Thursday, July 18, 2013, at 5:00pm | Stage 5 | free
This week, Piccadilly Beverage Shop will offer a range of beverage selections, while Michael Kammin will bring his blend of folk and bluesy fingerpicking to original songs. More -
PechaKucha Night
Saturday, July 20, 2013, at 8:20pm | Lobby | free
Volume 13 of this exuberant showcase for local creativity guarantees insightful thinking, quick takes on a broad range of topics, unbridled enthusiasm, and ideas to spur your imagination. More -
Krannert Uncorked with musicians TBA
Thursday, July 25, 2013, at 5:00pm | Stage 5 | free
At Krannert Uncorked, Stage 5 is the crossroads to gather, make connections, linger for the music, and try a new wine from Sun Singer Wines and Spirits. More -
Dance for People with Parkinson’s
Friday, August 16, 2013, at 10:00am | Drama Rehearsal Room (Level 2) | free
Marianne Jarvi and Kate Kuper, instructors Beverly Hillmer, accompanist Experience the fellowship of communal dance with instructors Marianne Jarvi and Kate Kuper of Dance at Illinois. More
