CULTURAL ENRICHMENT
STUDENT ARTISTS
Big-city attractions frequent campus, including internationally known touring groups, distinguished lecturers, famous musicians and comedians. ■■ Musical groups have included Mike Posner, the Goo Goo Dolls, Sean Kingston, Dierks Bentley, Hinder, Emerson Drive, Switchfoot, the St. Louis Symphony and Wynton Marsalis.
Student talent is showcased through vocal, instrumental and theatrical performances as well as art gallery exhibits. ■■ Student vocal and instrumental groups include Jazz Ensemble, Tower Choir, Wind Symphony, Show Choir, Symphonic Band, University Chorale, Orchestra and Marching Band.
■■ Touring performances have included the “Harlem Gospel Choir,” “Hairspray,” “The Nutcracker,” “Cats,” “Grease,” “Tommy” and “Rent.”
■■ Student art gallery exhibits include painting, video art, ceramics and sculpture.
■■ Distinguished lecturers and speakers have included Maya Angelou, Jesse Jackson, Michael Moore, Shawn Johnson, Whitney Port, Chaz Bono and T.C. Boyle. ■■ Comic performances have included Seth Meyers, Wanda Sykes, Jeff Dunham and Bo Burnham.
■■ Students interested in theatre become involved in their first trimester in studio, second stage and main stage productions. ■■ The newly completed Studio Theatre features state-of-the-art equipment, full lighting and a sound system. Mary Linn Auditorium features a large main stage and seating for more than 1,000.
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