The Center for the Arts
Music & Theatre

2024 - 2025 Season

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 Christmas at Valpo!

A Vespers Christmas Concert

Friday, December 6th at

7:30 p.m. CT

Saturday, December 7th at

5:00 p.m. CT

Location: Chapel of the Resurrection

Symphony Orchestra, Chamber Concert Band, & Mixed Chorale Ensemble

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Join us for dinner ahead of Valparaiso University’s annual Christmas at Valpo: A Vespers Concert!!! - $25

"A Valpo Christmas Dinner"

Friday, December 6th 

5:30 - 7:00 p.m. CT; Harre Union Ballrooms A & B 

In honor of Valpo's Lutheran Centennial, Mel Piehl, Senior Research Professor of Humanities and History, will share insights on the University's rich Lutheran heritage.

This festive meal will showcase a selection of Christmas dishes from around the world, reflecting Valparaiso University’s global influence and also the international impact of the Lutheran tradition.

*Common food allergies and dietary restrictions will be taken into consideration when preparing the menu. If you have specific concerns, please email chapel@valpo.edu

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Dance Ensemble

Directed by: Salena Elish

The Dance Ensemble takes the stage in the month of February, bringing student and faculty choreographed dance to the Valparaiso community. 


Performances:

Jan. 31st @ 8:00 p.m. CT

Feb. 1st @ 2:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m. CT

Feb. 2nd @ 2:00 p.m. CT

Location: University Theatre - VU Center for the Arts

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The Bach Institute Presents: VOCES8

When:  Tuesday, February 25th, 7:00pm CT
Location:  Chapel of the Resurrection


The Bach Institute of Valparaiso University presents VOCES8 in the Chapel of the Resurrection.

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The Bach Institute presents: 

J.S. BACH'S ST. JOHN PASSION

Saturday, April 12th at 5:00pm

Valpo University's Chapel of the Resurrection

Sunday, April 13th at 4:00 p.m. CT

St. Luke's Lutheran Church

205 N. Prospect Ave., Park Ridge, IL

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The performance will be directed by Marin Jacobson, Director of the Bach Institute at Valparaiso University and conductor of the Valparaiso University Chorale. For additional information visit valpo.edu/bach.

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JAZZ FEST - Spring 2025

*Tickets are required for the 7:30 p.m. CT concert performance each night.*

All high school performances and workshops are open and free of charge.

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Valparaiso University Center for the Arts will host the 2025 Jazz Fest April 23–26 with an array of exciting performances by talented artists TBA.

Special High School Band Guests:

TBA


To see the list of events, please click:

Jazz Fest 2025 Schedule

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