Forbes Center for the Performing Arts

WED, OCT 30
CONCERT HALL

JMU Percussion Ensemble

WED, OCT 30
CONCERT HALL

The JMU Percussion Ensemble, directed by Casey Cangelosi, consists of nearly 30 students and has performed throughout the East Coast, including concerts at the Virginia Music Educators Association Convention and Virginia Days of Percussion.

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A Wrinkle in Time

by John Glore, adapted from the novel by Madeleine L'Engle

Directed by Kathryn Wevley

WED-SAT, OCT 30-NOV 2
STUDIO THEATRE

A Wrinkle in Time

by John Glore, adapted from the novel by Madeleine L'Engle

Directed by Kathryn Wevley

WED-SAT, OCT 30-NOV 2
STUDIO THEATRE

One of literature's most enduring young heroines, Meg Murry, is back — braces, stubbornness and all. Once again, she's joining forces with Mrs Whatsit, Charles Wallace, Calvin O'Keefe and more to battle the forces of evil so she can rescue her father, save humanity and find herself. *The 2 pm show is a sensory-friendly performance. Contains mature content and strobe effects. Recommended for ages 12 and over. (The sensory-friendly performance will not include strobe effects.)

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Dancescapes

Featuring JMU’s Virginia Repertory Dance Company

FRI-SAT, NOV 1-2
MAINSTAGE THEATRE

Dancescapes

Featuring JMU’s Virginia Repertory Dance Company

FRI-SAT, NOV 1-2
MAINSTAGE THEATRE

Dancescapes 2024, with JMU’s Virginia Repertory Dance Company, celebrates its 40^th anniversary during this remarkable show! Directed by Associate Professor of Dance Matt Pardo, Dancescapes presents five works featuring three nationally renowned guest artists: Senegalese-American choreographer Momar Ndiaye (Ohio State University), Brian Martinez (Artistic Director, Boykin Dance Project), and Kia Smith (Artistic Director, South Chicago Dance Theater – "Dance Magazine’s Top 25 to Watch for 2024").

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Plena Libre

FRI, NOV 1
CONCERT HALL

Plena Libre

FRI, NOV 1
CONCERT HALL

The trailblazing Plena Libre has been thrilling international audiences for nearly three decades. Masters of the traditional Puerto Rican plena and bomba styles, Plena Libre fuses well-loved traditions with modern Afro-Caribbean influences, putting a new and electrifying spin on this scintillating music. This multi-GRAMMY Award-nominated band always brings the heat! Video

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The Little Prince

Composed by Rachel Portman

Libretto by Nicholas Wright

Featuring the JMU Opera Theater

With the JMU Opera Orchestra

FRI-SUN, NOV 8-10
MAINSTAGE THEATRE

The Little Prince

Composed by Rachel Portman

Libretto by Nicholas Wright

Featuring the JMU Opera Theater

With the JMU Opera Orchestra

FRI-SUN, NOV 8-10
MAINSTAGE THEATRE

Based on the beloved children's book by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, The Little Prince is a profound fable about childhood, adulthood, love, and loss. First performed at Houston Grand Opera in 2003, this operatic adaptation is the rare work of art that provides solace to both young and old alike. Contains haze. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Sung in English with English Surtitles.

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JMU Guitar Ensemble

WED, NOV 13
RECITAL HALL

JMU Guitar Ensemble

WED, NOV 13
RECITAL HALL

The JMU Guitar Ensemble performances include guitar music from Renaissance to 20th century, in group settings, as well as duos, trios, and quartets. The Guitar Ensemble is under the direction of Adam Larrabee.

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How to Take Care of Your Flower

by Celeste Black

Directed by Rylan Farey

WED-SAT, NOV 13-16
STUDIO THEATRE

How to Take Care of Your Flower

by Celeste Black

Directed by Rylan Farey

WED-SAT, NOV 13-16
STUDIO THEATRE

How To Take Care Of Your Flower is the premier production of JMU actor and playwright, Celeste Black. Directed and produced by JMU students and Stratford Players. How To Take Care Of Your Flower is the story of a young girl. Lily encounters trauma early in her life and we witness the effects of these events as she grows up through middle school into college. Although every character around Lily is flawed in their own way, all of their flaws help Lily grow and become who she is. Contains adult content and language, violence and implications of suicide, self-harm, and sexual violence.

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JMU Symphony Orchestra

WED, NOV 13
CONCERT HALL

JMU Symphony Orchestra

WED, NOV 13
CONCERT HALL

The JMU Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Kira Omelchenko, is the premier symphonic ensemble for the School of Music at James Madison University. The Symphony presents a number of concerts on- and off-campus each year, and has performed regularly as the invited college ensemble for the Virginia Music Educators Association. The ensemble presents a series of Youth Concerts for students from Harrisonburg/Rockingham and surrounding counties. The Symphony is the only college orchestra nationwide selected to participate in the Carnegie Hall (N.Y.) “LinkUp” concerts for young students. Join us for a Pre-Concert Talk in the Grand Lobby from 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm providing insights about the music included in the concert.

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Fall Student Dance Concert

THU-SAT, NOV 14-16
EARLYNN J. MILLER DANCE THEATRE

Fall Student Dance Concert

THU-SAT, NOV 14-16
EARLYNN J. MILLER DANCE THEATRE

This showcase of new choreography offers audiences an opportunity to see the work of JMU's Dance Program’s talented young artists.

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JMU Brass Band

FRI, NOV 15
CONCERT HALL

JMU Brass Band

FRI, NOV 15
CONCERT HALL

Recently crowned the 2024 North American Brass Association Championship Section winning band, the JMU Brass Band is one of the most successful collegiate brass bands in the world today. Formed by Professor Kevin Stees in the Fall of 2000, the band was named the North American Brass Band Association 1st Section Champion in 2004 and 2005, and was the 2006, 2007, 2010, 2016, 2019, and 2022 NABBA Championship Section Runner-up.

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JMU Percussion Ensemble

JMU Percussion Ensemble

A Wrinkle in Time

by John Glore, adapted from the novel by Madeleine L'Engle

Directed by Kathryn Wevley

A Wrinkle in Time

by John Glore, adapted from the novel by Madeleine L'Engle

Directed by Kathryn Wevley

Dancescapes

Featuring JMU’s Virginia Repertory Dance Company

Dancescapes

Featuring JMU’s Virginia Repertory Dance Company

Plena Libre

Plena Libre

The Little Prince

Composed by Rachel Portman

Libretto by Nicholas Wright

Featuring the JMU Opera Theater

With the JMU Opera Orchestra

The Little Prince

Composed by Rachel Portman

Libretto by Nicholas Wright

Featuring the JMU Opera Theater

With the JMU Opera Orchestra

JMU Guitar Ensemble

JMU Guitar Ensemble

How to Take Care of Your Flower

by Celeste Black

Directed by Rylan Farey

How to Take Care of Your Flower

by Celeste Black

Directed by Rylan Farey

JMU Symphony Orchestra

JMU Symphony Orchestra

Fall Student Dance Concert

Fall Student Dance Concert

JMU Brass Band

JMU Brass Band

Connect with the Forbes Center

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JMU Percussion Ensemble

JMU Percussion Ensemble

A Wrinkle in Time

by John Glore, adapted from the novel by Madeleine L'Engle

Directed by Kathryn Wevley

A Wrinkle in Time

by John Glore, adapted from the novel by Madeleine L'Engle

Directed by Kathryn Wevley

Dancescapes

Featuring JMU’s Virginia Repertory Dance Company

Dancescapes

Featuring JMU’s Virginia Repertory Dance Company

Plena Libre

Plena Libre

The Little Prince

Composed by Rachel Portman Libretto by Nicholas Wright Featuring the JMU Opera Theater With the JMU Opera Orchestra

The Little Prince

Composed by Rachel Portman Libretto by Nicholas Wright Featuring the JMU Opera Theater With the JMU Opera Orchestra

JMU Guitar Ensemble

JMU Guitar Ensemble

How to Take Care of Your Flower

by Celeste Black

Directed by Rylan Farey

How to Take Care of Your Flower

by Celeste Black

Directed by Rylan Farey

JMU Symphony Orchestra

JMU Symphony Orchestra

Fall Student Dance Concert

Fall Student Dance Concert

JMU Brass Band

JMU Brass Band

Connect with the Forbes Center

Composed by Rachel Portman

Libretto by Nicholas Wright

Featuring the JMU Opera Theater

With the JMU Opera Orchestra

Composed by Rachel Portman

Libretto by Nicholas Wright

Featuring the JMU Opera Theater

With the JMU Opera Orchestra

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