Fine Arts Calendar
All events are open to the public. Tickets are required for the Concert Opera & Drama Series, plays and theatre arts productions and Chorale concerts.
April 2025
Student eTickets Begin: Living Gallery
Apr 1, Tue (All day)
Students secure tickets online & print etickets for event.
Apr 1, Tue
(All day)
Sense & Sensibility Play
Apr 1, Tue 7:30 p.m.
Adapted by Jon Jory. When the sudden death of their father leaves them penniless, the Dashwood sisters, Elinor and Marianne, must rely on their wit, resilience and emotional maturity to navigate the world of love and relationships. As they encounter a cast of charming characters, including the enigmatic Mr. Willoughby and the gentle Mr. Edward Ferrars, the sisters must learn to balance their sense and sensibility in order to find happiness and fulfillment. Produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc. (www.playscripts.com)
Apr 1, Tue
7:30 p.m.
Cello Choir
Apr 2, Wed 5:30 p.m.
The Cello Choir presents their spring concert under the direction of Yuriy Leonovich. The program will include everything from the Renaissance to music being composed today.
Apr 2, Wed
5:30 p.m.
Sense & Sensibility Play
Apr 2, Wed 7:30 p.m.
Adapted by Jon Jory. When the sudden death of their father leaves them penniless, the Dashwood sisters, Elinor and Marianne, must rely on their wit, resilience and emotional maturity to navigate the world of love and relationships. As they encounter a cast of charming characters, including the enigmatic Mr. Willoughby and the gentle Mr. Edward Ferrars, the sisters must learn to balance their sense and sensibility in order to find happiness and fulfillment. Produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc. (www.playscripts.com)
Apr 2, Wed
7:30 p.m.
Sense & Sensibility Play
Apr 3, Thu 7:30 p.m.
Adapted by Jon Jory. When the sudden death of their father leaves them penniless, the Dashwood sisters, Elinor and Marianne, must rely on their wit, resilience and emotional maturity to navigate the world of love and relationships. As they encounter a cast of charming characters, including the enigmatic Mr. Willoughby and the gentle Mr. Edward Ferrars, the sisters must learn to balance their sense and sensibility in order to find happiness and fulfillment. Produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc. (www.playscripts.com)
Apr 3, Thu
7:30 p.m.
Concert Choir
Apr 4, Fri 7:00 p.m.
The BJU Concert Choir, under the direction of Dr. Fred R. Coleman, will present a program of sacred choral literature that is intended to nurture spiritual reflection in the minds and hearts of both the performers and the audience.
Apr 4, Fri
7:00 p.m.
Sense & Sensibility Play
Apr 4, Fri 7:30 p.m.
Adapted by Jon Jory. When the sudden death of their father leaves them penniless, the Dashwood sisters, Elinor and Marianne, must rely on their wit, resilience and emotional maturity to navigate the world of love and relationships. As they encounter a cast of charming characters, including the enigmatic Mr. Willoughby and the gentle Mr. Edward Ferrars, the sisters must learn to balance their sense and sensibility in order to find happiness and fulfillment. Produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc. (www.playscripts.com)
Apr 4, Fri
7:30 p.m.
Piano/Trumpet Recital: Amber Bates & Natalie Thorson
Apr 5, Sat 1:00 p.m.
Apr 5, Sat
1:00 p.m.
Handbell Choirs
Apr 5, Sat 3:00 p.m.
The Handbell Choir is excited to present their spring concert featuring a delightful variety of handbell music favorites
Apr 5, Sat
3:00 p.m.
A+D BFA Program Exhibition: Studio Art - Opening Reciption
Apr 5, Sat 4:00 p.m.
Sargent Art Building, Exhibition Corridor
Enjoy creativity and artistic exploration in this Studio Art, BFA candidate show. This A+D Program Exhibition features works created in a variety of media and is presented in partial fulfillment for the degree.
This exhibition will be on display Monday–Saturday, 8 a.m.–10 p.m., April 5–April 23.
Apr 5, Sat
4:00 p.m.
Sense & Sensibility Play
Apr 5, Sat 7:30 p.m.
Adapted by Jon Jory. When the sudden death of their father leaves them penniless, the Dashwood sisters, Elinor and Marianne, must rely on their wit, resilience and emotional maturity to navigate the world of love and relationships. As they encounter a cast of charming characters, including the enigmatic Mr. Willoughby and the gentle Mr. Edward Ferrars, the sisters must learn to balance their sense and sensibility in order to find happiness and fulfillment. Produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc. (www.playscripts.com)
Apr 5, Sat
7:30 p.m.
AACS Kaleidoscope Concert
Apr 9, Wed 8:45 p.m.
An exciting, fast-moving concert featuring student soloists and ensembles from the Division of Music at BJU.
Apr 9, Wed
8:45 p.m.
Apr 12, Sat
1:00 p.m.
String Chamber Recitals
Apr 12, Sat 4:00 p.m.
The Department of Instrumental Studies presents its string majors in chamber ensembles, featuring a variety of composers and group instrumentations – including string quartets, quintets, and piano trios.
Apr 12, Sat
4:00 p.m.
String Chamber Recitals
Apr 12, Sat 6:00 p.m.
The Department of Instrumental Studies presents its string majors in chamber ensembles, featuring a variety of composers and group instrumentations – including string quartets, quintets, and piano trios.
Apr 12, Sat
6:00 p.m.
Guitar Ensemble Recital
Apr 14, Mon 5:30 p.m.
The guitar studio of Dr. Isaac Greene will present a variety of solo and ensemble works from the guitar repertoire.
Apr 14, Mon
5:30 p.m.
University Singers
Apr 16, Wed 5:30 p.m.
Don’t miss the vibrant harmony of our 100-voice freshmen choir, University Singers. Join us on a journey of musical discovery as our talented singers blend their voices, passion, and joy.
Apr 16, Wed
5:30 p.m.
Concert, Opera & Drama Series: Living Gallery-This Same Jesus
Apr 17, Thu 4:30 p.m.
The unique Living Gallery program combines original drama, music and breathtaking live portrayals of classic works of art to celebrate the story of Jesus.
Apr 17, Thu
4:30 p.m.
Concert, Opera & Drama Series: Living Gallery-This Same Jesus
Apr 17, Thu 7:30 p.m.
The unique Living Gallery program combines original drama, music and breathtaking live portrayals of classic works of art to celebrate the story of Jesus.
Apr 17, Thu
7:30 p.m.
Concert, Opera & Drama Series: Living Gallery-This Same Jesus
Apr 18, Fri 4:30 p.m.
The unique Living Gallery program combines original drama, music and breathtaking live portrayals of classic works of art to celebrate the story of Jesus.
Apr 18, Fri
4:30 p.m.
Percussion Ensemble
Apr 18, Fri 5:30 p.m.
Come enjoy the inspiring sounds of the University's Percussion Ensemble under the direction of David Townsend.
Apr 18, Fri
5:30 p.m.
Concert, Opera & Drama Series: Living Gallery-This Same Jesus
Apr 18, Fri 7:30 p.m.
The unique Living Gallery program combines original drama, music and breathtaking live portrayals of classic works of art to celebrate the story of Jesus.
Apr 18, Fri
7:30 p.m.
Concert, Opera & Drama Series: Living Gallery-This Same Jesus
Apr 19, Sat 2:00 p.m.
The unique Living Gallery program combines original drama, music and breathtaking live portrayals of classic works of art to celebrate the story of Jesus.
Apr 19, Sat
2:00 p.m.
Concert, Opera & Drama Series: Living Gallery-This Same Jesus
Apr 19, Sat 4:30 p.m.
The unique Living Gallery program combines original drama, music and breathtaking live portrayals of classic works of art to celebrate the story of Jesus.
Apr 19, Sat
4:30 p.m.
Concert, Opera & Drama Series: Living Gallery-This Same Jesus
Apr 19, Sat 7:30 p.m.
The unique Living Gallery program combines original drama, music and breathtaking live portrayals of classic works of art to celebrate the story of Jesus.
Apr 19, Sat
7:30 p.m.
String Orchestra
Apr 23, Wed 5:30 p.m.
The String Orchestra, under the direction of Yuriy Leonovich, presents “Simply Baroque.” Enjoy music by Vivaldi, Handel, Corelli and others.
Apr 23, Wed
5:30 p.m.
Symphonic Wind Band
Apr 24, Thu 7:00 p.m.
The Symphonic Wind Band presents music of places otherwise untouchable--out of this world--in a program of music by Curnow, Gillingham, Holst, and Sousa.
Apr 24, Thu
7:00 p.m.
Chorale
Apr 25, Fri 6:00 p.m.
The Chorale presents its spring concert, entitled “All Nature Sings,” featuring works by Le Jeune, Brahms, Runestad, and others.
Apr 25, Fri
6:00 p.m.
Chorale
Apr 25, Fri 7:30 p.m.
The Chorale presents its spring concert, entitled “All Nature Sings,” featuring works by Le Jeune, Brahms, Runestad, and others.
Apr 25, Fri
7:30 p.m.
Apr 26, Sat
1:00 p.m.
Apr 26, Sat
3:00 p.m.
Annual Art + Design Juried Student Exhibition
Apr 29, Tue 8:00 a.m.
Sargent Art Building, Exhibition Corridor
Come see the creative responses to the theme “Flourish” in this annual juried competition of art, design and photography open to BJU students.
This exhibition will be on display Monday-Saturday, 8 a.m.–10 p.m., April 29–May 8.
Apr 29, Tue
8:00 a.m.
Annual University Music Contests Showcase
Apr 29, Tue 7:00 p.m.
Open music contests are held each year among university students. The winners in each contest showcase their pieces in this public performance.
Apr 29, Tue
7:00 p.m.
Lyric Choir
Apr 30, Wed 5:30 p.m.
Join the Lyric Choir, under the direction of Laura Brundage, for an enchanting evening of music and harmony at "Sing On!" This concert promises to captivate your heart and soul with a diverse repertoire celebrating the power of song to bring people together. Come and let the music inspire you!
Apr 30, Wed
5:30 p.m.