WILL CALL: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Dec. 4 – Dec. 7
The Nutcracker ballet, a holiday parade, community dances, and more are all happening in Central Illinois this week.
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Ebertfest and beyond: How the C-U film sphere moves forward after the loss of a giant
CHAMPAIGN — Ebertfest began in 1999 as a star-studded, red-carpet affair showcasing the overlooked indie film darlings in Hollywood at the Virginia Theatre in Champaign. It continued in that legacy for more than two decades. This fall, Ebertfest organizers said they won’t be coming back – although there’s some discussion of a possible encore in…
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WILL CALL: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Nov. 27 – Nov. 30
Rigg’s Christmas Market, a tribute to music legends, the Parade of Lights, and more are coming to central IL this weekend.
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Junior League of Champaign-Urbana celebrates final Festival of Trees
Morning Edition host Kimberly Schofield spoke with the JLCU’s Vice President of Fundraising Monica Samii-Porter about the Festival of Trees and how the group came to the decision.
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WILL Call: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Nov. 20 – Nov. 23
Musicals, films, holiday markets, and more are all happening this week in central IL.
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WILL Call: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Nov. 13 – Nov. 16
A book fair, holiday light displays, and a market showcasing talented artists are all happening in central Illinois this week.
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‘If All The Sky Were Paper,’ a play about veterans, is brought to life on stage in Urbana
Andrew Carroll traveled across the globe collecting wartime letters. He visited almost 40 countries, including Iraq and Afghanistan, and from the artifacts he found, crafted a story about the war letters.
Now, his nonfiction book, “If All the Sky Were Paper,” will be brought to life on stage. -
‘Our strength lies in letting many identities thrive’: U of I celebrates South Asian cultures
The hypnotic tunes of South Asian music merged with the sound of ghungroo bells, as dozens of audience members clapped and moved along with dancers Thursday night, many joining in to sing familiar South Asian tunes.
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Remembering Latrelle Bright: a pillar in the Champaign-Urbana theater community
Latrelle Bright was one of Champaign-Urbana’s influential artistic leaders: a director, mentor, teaching professor and friend. The local community remembers her widespread impact.
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WILL Call: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Nov. 6 – Nov. 9
Plays and musicals, an art fair, a film festival and more are all happening in central Illinois this week.
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Tasks on a treadmill: Live show pushes the limits, explores human abilities in unique way
Burnout Paradise features four artists will performing a series of tasks all while running on treadmills. The show is coming to Krannert Center for the Performing arts this November 7 and 8.
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Veterans showcase their artwork surrounding Veterans Day
If All the Sky Were Paper will feature artwork by veterans at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts through November.
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WILL Call: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Oct. 30 – Nov. 2
Halloween activities, Día de los Muertos celebrations, auditions for a play, and more are happening in central Illinois this week.
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The Virginia Theatre celebrates 50 years of ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’ with new shadow cast
CHAMPAIGN — The Virginia Theatre in Champaign will host its annual showing of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” on Oct. 25. This year’s showing will embrace a tradition of the film and include a performance by a shadow cast. The movie celebrates its 50th year since its release in 1975, and its long legacy has…
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WILL Call: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Oct. 23 – Oct. 26
Opening night of a play, performances of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, CU Pride celebrations, and more are all happening in central Illinois this week.
