Fine Arts Events
Oct112023
Reading by Poet Jessica Q. Stark
Rodman Lobby
Award-wining poet Jessica Q. Stark will read from her poetry collection, Buffalo Girl. This event is free and open to the public. Books will be available for cash purchase and author signing.[...]
Oct192023
Theatre Show: The Wolves - October 19-22
C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts: Benstead Theatre
The Ripon College Department of Theatre opens its 2023-24 season on Thursday, October 19, with "The Wolves" by Sarah Delappe. The show runs Thursday, Oct. 19, through Sunday, Oct. 22. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. (Thursday - Saturday) and 2:30 p.m.…[...]
Oct272023
Benjamin Rinehart Art Show
C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts: Caestecker Gallery
Caestecker Gallery presents the work of Benjamin Rinehart. Benjamin specializes in multimedia images with a strong focus in printmaking, book constructions, painting and drawing. His socially charged work is a part of many public and private collections and has been…[...]
Oct292023
Symphonic Wind Ensemble Concert
C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts: Demmer Recital Hall
The Symphonic Wind Ensemble will perform Sunday, October 29. Admission is free and open to the public.[...]
Oct302023
Thinking Radically Will Set You Free
The Spot (stage)
Guest speaker Tony DelaRosa is an award-winning Racial Justice Consultant, Educator, Spoken Word Poet, and Researcher. Will be discussing his book Teaching the Invisible Race: Embodying a Pro-Asian American Lens in Schools.[...]
Nov12023
Benjamin Rinehart Art Show.
C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts: Caestecker Gallery
Caestecker Gallery presents the work of Benjamin Rinehart. Benjamin specializes in multimedia images with a strong focus in printmaking, book constructions, painting and drawing. His socially charged work is a part of many public and private collections and has been…[...]
Nov32023
Jazz Ensemble & Jazz Combo Concert
C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts: Demmer Recital Hall
The Ripon College Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Combo will perform Friday, November 3, directed by Paul Dietrich. Admission is free and open to the public.[...]
Nov42023
Fine Arts Preview Day
Rodman
Fine arts faculty will be conducting auditions and portfolio reviews, in addition to various performances taking place.[...]
Nov42023
Fine Arts Preview Day
Harwood Memorial/Pickard Commons Room: Great Hall, MLK, Heritage Room
Prospective students interested in the Fine Arts will be invited to learn more about Ripon College with tours, lunch, and info sessions followed by auditions, etc. in Rodman.[...]
Nov52023
Concert Choir & Chamber Singers Concert
C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts: Demmer Recital Hall
The Concert Choir & Chamber Singers will perform on Sunday, November 5. Admission is free and open to the public.[...]
Nov152023
Theatre Show: The Tin Woman - November 15-18
C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts: Benstead Theatre
The Ripon College Department of Theatre presents "The Tin Woman" by Sean Grennan. The show runs Wednesday, Nov. 15, through Saturday, Nov. 18. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. in Benstead Theatre, C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts. Tickets are free, but…[...]
Nov182023
Senior Recital: Evan Jensen with Deb MacKenzie
Demmer Recital Hall, Rodman Center for the Arts
Tubist Evan Jensen ('24), in collaboration with Instructor of Music Deb MacKenzie on piano, will present a senior recital of works for solo tuba and piano. The program will feature repertoire by Sergei Prokofiev, Paul Hindemith, and Alec Wilder, among…[...]
Nov192023
Orchestra & Choral Union Concert
C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts: Demmer Recital Hall
The Orchestra & Choral Union will perform on Sunday, November 19. Admission is free and open to the public.[...]
Dec32023
Ripon College Holiday Concert
Great Hall in Harwood Memorial Union
The Ripon College Holiday Concert will be at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Sunday, December 3.[...]
Dec72023
Music Department Student Recital
C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts: Demmer Recital Hall
The student recital will be held on Thursday, December 7. Admission is free and open to the public.[...]
Feb162024
Chamber Music & Jazz Series: Lenard Simpson Quartet
C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts: Demmer Recital Hall
Originally hailing from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Lenard Simpson is a saxophonist, composer and educator with a musicianship and unique sound celebrated as “profound soulfulness combined with a sparkling intelligence and curiosity” (Billy Childs). Regularly recognized as a rising star among his…[...]
Feb182024
Ripon College Choir Concert
C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts: Demmer Recital Hall
Ripon College choirs will perform on Sunday, February 18.[...]
Mar12024
Chamber Music & Jazz Series: Brandy Berry Benson & Stephanie Hunt
C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts: Demmer Recital Hall
Baroque violinist and Bluegrass fiddler Brandi Berry Benson’s “four-string acrobatics” and “indispensable skill” (TimeOut Chicago) have been praised as “bright,” “lively," “pleasing” (Hyde Park Herald) “alert [and] outstanding” (Chicago Classical Review). In this program, violin will be met with the…[...]
Apr82024
Guest Artist: Ian Moschenross, Piano
Demmer Recital Hall, Rodman Center for the Arts
A versatile pianist, Ian Moschenross is an active recitalist, chamber musician, and collaborator in the United States. With a particular scholarly focus on the works of the Romantic era, Dr. Moschenross's residency at Ripon College will include both this evening…[...]
Apr102024
Theatre Show: The Spitfire Grill - April 10-13
C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts: Benstead Theatre
The Ripon College Department of Theatre presents its spring musical, "The Spitfire Grill" by Fred Alley and James Valcq. The show runs Wednesday, Apr. 10, through Saturday, Apr. 13. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. in Benstead Theatre, C.J. Rodman Center for…[...]