Upcoming Events
There is always something exciting going on at the T. Furth Center for Performing Arts! Check out our upcoming events below.
*Dates and times are subject to change.
Chicago Rewired
Sept. 14, 8 p.m.
Chicago Rewired - The Premier Chicago Tribute Band is a tribute to Chicago, one of the longest running and most successful pop/rock groups in history. The band features a unique blend of talented and seasoned musicians joining forces with the common goal of accurately replicating the timeless music of Chicago.
Trine Talent
Sept. 20, 7:30pm
Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority is hosting their annual Trine Talent event on Sept. 20 at 7 p.m. in the T. Furth Center for Performing Arts. At this event, attendees will experience entertaining live performances, a silent auction, and many opportunities to support Women in Transition; an organization that helps victims of domestic violence and substance abuse. Free event!
Cameron Foundation Presents Empowering Women Together - Expert Panel
Tuesday, October 1, 2024 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Cameron Hospital Foundation presents an engaging and enlightening panel of experts on the transformative journey of awareness, empowerment, and hope through early detection of breast cancer. All proceeds from tonight’s event supports the Cameron Hospital Women’s Fund. Our panel of experts and cancer survivors unite to promote the message that early detection saves lives and foster a community dedicated to the fight against breast cancer. In addition to the panel, the event will offer interactive booths, Q&A opportunities, and additional information and resources related to breast cancer detection and awareness.
Mersey Beatles – A Hard Day’s Night
Oct 4, 7:30pm
Born on the banks of the Mersey River, The Mersey Beatles have been rocking sold-out audiences around the globe since 1999. The world's most authentic and only Liverpool-born Beatles Tribute Band, The Mersey Beatles were the resident band for more than a decade at the world famous Cavern Club, where the Beatles got their start. Experience their natural Liverpool accents, wit, and charm!
Miss Collegiate North Scholarship Pageant
October 19
Miss Collegiate North is a preliminary to the Miss Indiana and Miss America Competitions Students or graduates of Ancilla, Bethel, Goshen, Grace, Huntington, Indiana Wesleyan, IU – Kokomo / South Bend, IPFW, Manchester, Notre Dame, St. Francis, St. Joseph, St. Mary’s, Taylor, Trine, Valparaiso, Ivy Tech, as well as previous year titleholders or graduates from Purdue, and Ball State are eligible for entrance in the Collegiate North Pageant.
Book Night
Oct. 23, 4-7 p.m.
Community members can browse through a wide selection of previously donated books, and take home their favorites. Free and open to the public!
Trine University Choir and Orchestra performance
Oct. 27, 3pm
Join us Trine University’s music department presents their first concert of the year, featuring University Choir and Chamber Orchestra. These groups will perform a variety of music that will interest all listeners, from classical to contemporary, and everything in between! Free Concert! No ticket required for entry.
Trine University Jazz Ensemble
Nov. 3, 3pm
Our Jazz Ensemble concert showcases students playing the quintessential American music form with the Trine University Jazz Band. Whether you are a fan of traditional swing charts or more contemporary bebop and rock, the jazz band will have a piece for you! Free Concert! No ticket required for entry.
Trine University Theater presents The Mouse Trap by Agatha Christie
Thursday, November 7 at 7:00pm; November 8 at 7:00pm; Saturday, November 9 at 2pm
As news spreads of a murder in London, a group of seven strangers find themselves snowed in at a remote countryside guesthouse. When a police sergeant arrives, the guests discover – to their horror – that a killer is in their midst! One by one, the suspicious characters reveal their sordid pasts. Which one is the murderer? Who will be their next victim? Can you solve this world-famous mystery for yourself? General Admission$10. Trine students and children (under 17) FREE
Trine University Music Christmas Concert
Dec. 8, 3pm
Take in the sounds of the season and listen to our Trine University Choir and Orchestra play many classic hits of the Holidays. There is nothing better to get you in the Christmas spirit! Free Concert! No ticket required for entry.
Handel’s Messiah
Sunday, December 15 at 2:30pm
Please join us as the Steuben County Festival Choir presents Handel’s Messiah for the 14th season. The chorus of over 60 voices will be accompanied by the Ft. Wayne Philharmonic Players including strings, woodwinds, brass, timpani, and organ. Performing The Messiah is a time-honored tradition around the world, and we are pleased to keep that tradition alive in Steuben County and at Trine University.
Frozen Sing-Along Celebration
Sunday, January 12, 2 p.m.
Sing along to all the songs in the Walt Disney Animated Studios’ “Frozen.” The Sing Along version of the film features on screen lyrics as you watch your favorite musical numbers, including “Let It Go” “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?” and more! Visit with Anna, Elsa and Kristoff! Plus, other special surprises and magical touches make this event a must see!
Big Man On Campus
Feb. 7, 8pm
Big Man On Campus (BMOC) is an annual event, organized by the Trine University chapter of the Theta Phi Alpha sorority with all proceeds being donated to the Vera Bradley Foundation for Breast Cancer The fundraiser consists of multiple parts, including Pink Week in the fall; BMOC shirt sales the week leading up to the pageant; Penny Wars; War Night, where contestants play games to score points; and the pageant itself, being held on Feb. 7, 2025 The pageant will have silent auction items, raffle prizes and general donations, as well as opportunities for the contestants to share why they chose to participate, flash their fashion sense, show off a talent and share about one of the heroes from their life who inspires them. Join us for a fun filled evening! Cost is Free. Donations accepted at door.
Trine University Wind Ensemble
Feb. 23, 3pm
Trine’s Wind Ensemble meets spring semester and performs high-quality wind band literature for concerts. It is comprised of wind and percussion musicians. The Wind Ensemble performs the great concert works for wind band, movie soundtrack arrangements, orchestral transcriptions, and Broadway music as well as other forms of fine music. Free Concert! No ticket required for entry.
Trine University Jazz Ensemble
April 12, 3pm
The University Jazz Bands perform a wide variety of styles including swing, Latin, bebop, rock, and many other forms. Free Concert! No ticket required for entry.
Trine University Orchestra Performance
April 13, 3pm
The Trine University Chamber Orchestra is open to all university students and community members with experience playing orchestral string instruments. They perform a wide variety of music featuring the great works for chamber orchestra. Free Concert! No ticket required for entry.
Trine University Choir Concert
April 26, 3pm
The University Choir is open to all university students regardless of prior experience. The choir performs a variety of music in different forms, styles, genres, and languages. The members of the University Choir learn important vocal techniques and are introduced to different cultures through experiencing a broad spectrum of literature. Free Concert! No ticket required for entry.
Trine University Wind Ensemble
April 27, 3pm
Trine’s Wind Ensemble meets spring semester and performs high-quality wind band literature for concerts. It is comprised of wind and percussion musicians. The Wind Ensemble performs the great concert works for wind band, movie soundtrack arrangements, orchestral transcriptions, and Broadway music as well as other forms of fine music. Free Concert! No ticket required for entry.
Music Americana
July 3, 7 p.m.
The 2025 Music Americana will be the 48th performance of this program. It was stated by the late Art Ryan and was to be the kickoff to the July 4 holiday in Angola. Music Americana features local talent and is free and open to the public.