TJC Cultural Arts District - Calendar of Events

Welcome

to the 2023-2024 Cultural Arts Season

We welcome you to our beautiful TJC central campus and the magnificent Cultural Arts District! The TJC programs, students and employees, along with community partners, provide the heart and soul behind each performance, exhibit and show shared with you in this listing of our upcoming events.

Outstanding musical and theatrical presentations in the Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, as well as entertaining performances in Jean Browne Theatre, allow you to sit back and enjoy the arts. TJC’s Annual Arts Festival and the Tyler Museum of Art will have impressive ongoing programs and exhibits to enjoy.

Come see the stars align this year at TJC as we count down to totality at The Earth & Space Science Center featuring Hudnall Planetarium.

Plus, we’ve added a Powerful Voices speaker series.

It is truly a privilege for TJC to serve our communities by creating access to the arts and sciences through marvelous programs and events, right here at home.

Meela and I look forward to seeing you at YOUR TJC, with one of the most vibrant Cultural Arts Districts in Texas!

Juan E. Mejia TJC President & CEO

THEATRE THE ART OF PERFORMANCE

LEGALLY BLONDE

OCT. 4-7, 2023

ROGERS PALMER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

Book by Heather Hach, music & lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe & Neil Benjamin.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 4, 2023 | 7:30 p.m.

THURSDAY, OCT. 5, 2023 | 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY, OCT. 6, 2023 | 7:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, OCT. 7, 2023 | 7:30 p.m.

Based on the novel and the hit movie, “Legally Blonde: the Musical” chronicles the journey of the famously perky Elle Woods, a fashion-savvy, UCLA sorority girl who finds her life turned upside down when she is dumped by her boyfriend Warner. In an effort to prove to Warner that she is more than just some blonde sorority girl, she follows him to Harvard Law, where she struggles to fit in and do well. Ultimately, she defies expectations and manages to stay true to her delightfully pink personality.

CRIMES OF THE HEART

NOV. 8-11, 2023

JEAN BROWNE THEATRE

By Beth Henley

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 8, 2023 | 7:30 p.m.

THURSDAY, NOV. 9, 2023 | 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY, NOV. 10, 2023 | 7:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, NOV. 11, 2023 | 2:30 & 7:30 p.m.

Set in Hazlehurst, Mississippi in the mid-20th century, this black comedy relates the story of the three Magrath sisters, Meg, Babe, and Lenny, who reunite at Old Granddaddy’s home, after Babe shoots her abusive husband. The sisters were raised in a dysfunctional family with a penchant for ugly predicaments. Each sister is forced to face the consequences of the “crimes of the heart.”

MOBY DICK

FEB. 28-MAR. 2, 2024

JEAN BROWNE THEATRE

By Herman Melville. Adapted for the stage by David Catlin. Produced with permission from Bret Adams Ltd.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 28, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.

THURSDAY, FEB. 29, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY, MAR. 1, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, MAR. 2, 2024 | 2:30 & 7:30 p.m.

Herman Melville’s “Moby Dick” is the story of Captain Ahab’s self-destructive obsession with the white whale called Moby Dick. It is told through the narration of Ishmael, a sailor new to Ahab’s ship, the Pequod. The plot follows Ahab’s manic drive to kill the whale, even as it endangers his crew.

SUMMER AND SMOKE

APR. 24-27, 2024

JEAN BROWNE THEATRE

By Tennessee Williams

WEDNESDAY, APR. 24, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.

THURSDAY, APR. 25, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY, APR. 26, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, APR. 27, 2024 | 2:30 & 7:30 p.m.

One of Tennessee Williams’ most subtle and tender works, “Summer and Smoke” is a simple love story of a somewhat puritanical Southern girl and an unpuritanical young doctor. Each is attracted to the other; but because of their divergent attitudes toward life, each, over the course of years, is driven away from the other.

TJC THEATRE PLAY READING SERIES

FREE ADMISSION

ROGERS PALMER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, RECITAL HALL

PLAY READING #1:

FRIDAY, SEPT. 15 | 3 p.m.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 16 | 7 p.m.

PLAY READING #2:

FRIDAY, OCT. 20 | 3 p.m.

SATURDAY, OCT. 21 | 7 p.m.

PLAY READING #3:

FRIDAY, FEB. 2 | 3 p.m.

SATURDAY, FEB. 3 | 7 p.m.

PLAY READING #4:

FRIDAY, MAR. 22 | 3 p.m.

SATURDAY, MAR. 23 | 7 p.m.

PLAY READING #5:

FRIDAY, APR. 12 | 3 p.m.

SATURDAY, APR. 13 | 7 p.m.

As an added performance opportunity to our students, the Second Stage season is a series of play productions, directed by faculty, offered to the theatre students not cast in the current Main Stage productions. These performances are shorter and showcase playwrights and works not usually offered in our Main Stage season.

MUSIC LET THE MUSIC TAKE YOU AWAY

SEPT. 23

SATURDAY 2-4 P.M.

Jazz Ensembles & Harmony at East Texas State Fair

EAST TEXAS STATE FAIR FOOD TENT

Join TJC Jazz Ensembles 1 and 2 and Harmony Vocal Ensemble as they kick off our September music concerts. Come enjoy the food and fun of the East Texas State Fair coupled with the exciting sounds of swing, rock and pop music provided by our talented TJC students. East Texas State Fair admission price required for entrance.

OCT. 24

TUESDAY 7:30 P.M.

Chamber Ensembles Fall Concert

ROGERS PALMER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, LOBBY

Listen to the Guitar Ensemble, Piano Ensemble and String Ensemble perform an enjoyable evening of beautiful music. With a wide variety of chamber ensembles set in an intimate setting, this concert has something for everyone. Admission is free.

OCT. 26

THURSDAY 7:30 P.M.

Concert Choir and Chamber Singers Fall Concert

ROGERS PALMER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, WISE AUDITORIUM

Please join our Concert Choir and Chamber Singers as they present their fall concert, “Light and Darkness.” Admission is free.

NOV. 9

THURSDAY 7:30 P.M.

Jazz Ensembles & Harmony Fall Concert

ROGERS PALMER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, WISE AUDITORIUM

From rag to swing, Latin to rock, funk to fusion, these groups cover a wide variety of music. Whether you like Count Basie, Buddy Rich, Earth, Wind & Fire or Stevie Wonder, you are sure to enjoy the dazzling sounds of the TJC Jazz Ensembles and Harmony Vocal Ensemble. Admission is free.

NOV. 16

THURSDAY 7:30 P.M.

Wind Ensemble Fall Concert

ROGERS PALMER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, WISE AUDITORIUM

The TJC Wind Ensemble will present several selections from their upcoming Midwest Band and Orchestra Convention Concert. Come hear these talented students as they present exciting concert band works performed at the highest level. Admission is free.

DEC. 1

FRIDAY 7:30 P.M.

Percussion Ensembles

Fall Concert

JEAN BROWNE THEATRE

Come delight your eyes and ears as our TJC Percussion Ensembles take center stage to display their virtuosity and musicality. The Percussion Ensemble will feature their mallet instrument talents on marimba and xylophone, while the Apache Pan Ensemble plays a grove to remember as they take you to Margaritaville! Admission is free.

DEC. 5

TUESDAY

7:30 P.M.

String Chamber Ensemble Fall Concert

JEAN BROWNE THEATRE

Spend the evening with our String Chamber Ensemble as they delight you with the classical sounds of Mozart, Beethoven, Haydn and much more. Bring your friends and family to ring in the holiday season with our talented string students! Admission is free.

DEC. 12

TUESDAY

7:30 P.M.

Choir Invitational Christmas Concert

ROGERS PALMER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, WISE AUDITORIUM

The TJC Concert Choir and Chamber Singers will join forces with invited area high school groups to present a Christmas concert filled with wonder and excitement. Come fill your heart with song and ring in the holiday season with us! Admission is free.

DEC. 17

SUNDAY

3 P.M.

Wind Ensemble Midwest Send-Off Concert

ROGERS PALMER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, WISE AUDITORIUM

Support our talented TJC Wind Ensemble as they make history this December. TJC is the first junior college to ever be invited to perform at the Midwest Clinic International Band, Orchestra and Music Conference in Chicago. They were one of six bands chosen from around the world, including competing against four-year universities. Come relish in the amazing sounds of these skilled musicians and send them off to Chicago with your best wishes! Admission is free.

FEB. 22

THURSDAY

7:30 P.M.

Wind Ensemble & Symphonic Band Concert

ROGERS PALMER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, WISE AUDITORIUM

Join the TJC Wind Ensemble & Symphonic Band as they open our spring concert season. These dynamic ensembles perform exciting modern works and traditional band literature that will delight you and your entire family! Admission is free.

FEB. 29

THURSDAY

MAR. 1

FRIDAY

7:30 P.M.

Jazz Festival

ROGERS PALMER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, WISE AUDITORIUM

The annual TJC Jazz Festival invites guest artists to the TJC campus to teach and perform alongside our TJC Jazz Ensembles. It also provides an opportunity for East Texas middle and high school students to perform with and be critiqued by guest artists who are among the top jazz musicians in the country. The brilliant and talented guest artist is featured with our TJC Jazz Ensembles at each evening’s festival concert. See the performance schedule online at TJC.EDU/BAND/JAZZ. Admission is free.

MAR. 5

TUESDAY 7:30 P.M.

Concert Choir & Chamber Singers Spring Concert

ROGERS PALMER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, WISE AUDITORIUM

Please join our Concert Choir and Chamber Singers for their first spring concert entitled “Total Eclipse.” Join us as we explore the diverse sounds of the universe through song. Admission is free.

MAR. 26

TUESDAY 7:30 P.M.

Chamber Ensembles Spring Concert

ROGERS PALMER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, LOBBY

Listen to the Guitar Ensemble, Piano Ensemble, and String Ensemble perform an enjoyable evening of beautiful music. With a wide variety of chamber ensembles set in an intimate setting, this concert has something for everyone. Admission is free.

APR. 22

MONDAY

7:30 P.M.

Jazz Ensembles Spring Concert

ROGERS PALMER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, WISE AUDITORIUM

Spend the evening with both TJC Jazz Ensembles as they swing their way through their final concert of the 2023-2024 season. Enjoy a wide variety of jazz styles performed by our talented music students! Admission is free.

SATURDAY

7:30 P.M.

Concert Choir & Chamber Singers Masterworks Concert

ROGERS PALMER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, WISE AUDITORIUM

Join the TJC Concert Choir & Chambers Singers as they present the choral masterwork of Anton Bruckner’s Mass in F Minor with organ accompaniment. Experience Bruckner’s monumental, life-affirming music full of majestic expression and gratitude. Admission is free.

APR. 29

MONDAY

7:30 P.M.

Percussion Ensembles Spring Concert

ROGERS PALMER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, WISE AUDITORIUM

The Percussion Ensemble and Apache Pan Ensemble wrap up their spring semester with an action-packed performance. The stage will be booming with every type of drum and mallet instrument performed by our talented percussionists. Admission is free.

APR. 30

TUESDAY 7:30 P.M.

Symphonic Band Spring Concert

ROGERS PALMER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, WISE AUDITORIUM

Join us for a springtime musical celebration featuring the TJC Symphonic Band. This outstanding ensemble, mostly comprised of non-music majors, will perform both 20th and 21st century wind band literature. It’s guaranteed to leave you wanting more. Admission is free.

APR. 30

TUESDAY 7:30 P.M.

Musical Theatre Showcase

JEAN BROWNE THEATRE

Enjoy the exciting talents of our TJC musical theatre majors as they bring the music of Broadway to life. From Rodgers and Hammerstein to Sondheim, Gershwin to Lloyd-Webber, the stage is set for an evening of fun. Admission is free.

MAY 2

THURSDAY 7:30 P.M.

Wind Ensemble Spring Concert

ROGERS PALMER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, WISE AUDITORIUM

The TJC Wind Ensemble finishes its historic 2023-2024 season with an exciting evening of music. Enjoy this unique perspective as our award-winning Wind Ensemble takes you through a diverse musical tour. Admission is free.

MAY 3 FRIDAY 7:30 P.M.

Harmony Spring Show

JEAN BROWNE THEATRE

Harmony will bring their East Texas community tour home to TJC in this blockbuster event. The show will highlight swing, blues, disco and jazz as well as popular tunes from the 1920s through the modern music of today. Come and sing away your evening with Harmony! Admission is free.

MAY 4

SATURDAY 7:30 P.M.

String Chamber Ensemble Spring Concert

JEAN BROWNE THEATRE

Spend the evening with our String Chamber Ensemble as they delight you with the classical sounds of Mozart, Beethoven, Haydn and many more. Bring your friends and family and enjoy classical music like you’ve never experienced! Admission is free.

MASTERCLASS/RECITALS

7:30 P.M. | ROGERS PALMER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, RECITAL HALL

The TJC Music Department strives to provide the community with unique guest artists and musical learning opportunities. As dates approach for guest artist announcements, visit the TJC Music website at TJC.EDU/MUSIC.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 19

TUESDAY, OCT. 10

TUESDAY, NOV. 7

TUESDAY, JAN. 30

TUESDAY, FEB. 20

TUESDAY, APR. 2

STUDENT RECITALS

NOON | ROGERS PALMER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, RECITAL HALL

Experience these afternoon performances featuring our talented TJC music majors as they showcase their solo abilities on voice, guitar, piano, string, woodwind, brass and percussion instruments.

FRIDAY, NOV. 3

FRIDAY, NOV. 10

FRIDAY, NOV. 17

FRIDAY, DEC. 1

FRIDAY, APR. 12

FRIDAY, APR. 19

FRIDAY, APR. 26

MUSIC GRADUATION RECITALS

3 P.M. | ROGERS PALMER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, WISE AUDITORIUM

SUNDAY, NOV. 5 Fall Graduation Recital

SUNDAY, APR. 28 Spring Graduation Recital

DANCE

ART IN MOTION

THE Nutcracker

DEC. 1-3 & 8-10, 2023

ROGERS PALMER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, WISE AUDITORIUM

FRIDAY, DEC. 1, 2023 | 7:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, DEC. 2, 2023 | 2 & 7 p.m.

SUNDAY, DEC 3, 2023 | 2 p.m.

FRIDAY, DEC. 8, 2023 | 7:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, DEC. 9, 2023 | 2 & 7 p.m.

SUNDAY, DEC. 10, 2023 | 2 p.m.

Enjoy this TJC holiday tradition, which has been going strong for 35 years! The Academy of Dance presents a magical celebration with East Texas dancers ages 6 and up. This classical ballet is perfect for the entire family and includes professional dancers in the roles of the Sugar Plum Fairy and Cavalier. With only two weekends of performances, be sure to grab your tickets in November!

TJC.EDU/NUTCRACKER

FEB. 24, 2024

SATURDAY, FEB. 24, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.

This special collaboration with the East Texas Symphony Orchestra is sure to be thoughtprovoking and stimulating! With an exciting array of choreography and composition, our esteemed pre-professional dancers will perform on stage with the prominent orchestra.

COWAN CENTER

STUDENT DANCE PROJECT

APR. 19-21, 2024

ROGERS PALMER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, WISE AUDITORIUM

FRIDAY, APR. 19, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, APR. 20, 2024 | 2 & 7 p.m.

SUNDAY, APR. 21, 2024 | 2 p.m.

A classic fairy tale, our pre-professional dancers will perform this story told in contemporary dance. With original choreography, sets, lighting and costumes, this magical performance is sure to be a hit with our young and older audiences alike. Peter Pan will take you on an enchanted journey through the power and beauty of dance.

May 4, 2024

ROGERS PALMER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, WISE AUDITORIUM

SATURDAY, MAY 4, 2024 | 7 p.m.

We flip the script and let our students produce the show! Our incredible dance majors choreograph, direct and perform in this entertaining end-of-theyear performance.

ACADEMY SHOWCASE

MAY 10-11, 2024

ROGERS PALMER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, WISE AUDITORIUM

FRIDAY, MAY 10, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, MAY 11, 2024 | 2 & 7 p.m.

TJC.EDU/ACADEMYOFDANCE

Watch our Academy of Dance students shine in this recital showcasing our amazing dancers! Students ranging from 3 years old to adult will wow parents and friends as we celebrate their success and determination through a fantastic year.

Due to popularity, we will be offering multiple shows to accommodate our growing Academy family!

APACHE BELLES Christmas EXTRAVAGANZA

APACHE BELLES

Spring Show

THURSDAY, MAR. 21, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY, MAR. 22, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, MAR. 23, 2024 | 2 & 7:30 p.m.

ROGERS PALMER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, WISE AUDITORIUM

DEC. 16, 2023

ROGERS PALMER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, WISE AUDITORIUM

SATURDAY, DEC. 16, 2023 | 2 & 7 p.m.

Come join the Apache Belles as they welcome the Christmas season with music and costumes that have become audience favorites. This family fun event is for children and adults of all ages. So, gather your family and join our TJC family on Dec. 16. Choose between a 2 or 7 p.m. show. Tickets are $10 per person (ages 6 and up) and can be purchased online.

The TJC Apache Belles present their 2024 Spring Show. The Apache Belles have been entertaining audiences from the football field to the performance stage since 1947 with their precision dance and head-turning production numbers. For tickets, go to APACHEBELLES.COM

ART

AN OPEN CALL TO CREATE

GLASS CASE GALLERY

AUG. 28-SEPT. 28, 2023

KELLY WALLER

Exhibition 1

Jenkins Hall

OCT. 2-NOV. 2, 2023

DAVE & CHRISTIE FUNK

Exhibition 2

Jenkins Hall

NOV. 6-DEC. 7, 2023

MADISON BRANCH

Exhibition 3

Jenkins Hall

JAN.16-FEB. 15, 2024

INGRID HORNER

Exhibition 4

Jenkins Hall

FEB. 2-MAR. 21, 2024

AMANDA SLAUGHTER

Exhibition 5

Jenkins Hall

APR. 1-APR. 3, 2024

ART CLUB SILENT AUCTION

Jenkins Hall

APR. 8-MAY 2, 2024

JOSHUA GOODE

Exhibition 6

Jenkins Hall

TJC ARTS FESTIVAL

APR. 1-30

Each April, TJC hosts its annual Arts Festival — a month-long celebration of the College’s performing and visual arts programs, along with Tyler Museum of Art — which includes a jam-packed schedule of events for all ages.

Events include performances, exhibits, student film screenings, guest speakers, and more at various times and locations across the TJC central campus and at the Tyler Museum of Art.

All events are open to the public, but tickets are required for some performances.

For event dates and times, go to: TJC.EDU/ARTSFESTIVAL

TYLER MUSEUM OF ART

1300 S. Mahon Avenue | Tyler | TylerMuseum.org

Observations: Works by Melissa Miller

May 7-Aug. 6, 2023

Tyler Collects: Texas Art 1920-1970

Jun. 4-Sept. 17, 2023

Impressed: Prints from Permanent Collection

Aug. 6, 2023

A Pop of Color: Works by Jeffie Brewer

Sept. 29, 2023-Jan. 7, 2024

Day of the Dead Middle School Artwork

Oct. 29-Nov. 5, 2023

The Artistic Legacy of Buck Schiwetz

Jan. 26-Apr. 28, 2024

20th Annual High School Art Exhibition High School Artwork

Mar. 24-May 19, 2024

EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE CENTER YOUR ADVENTURE STARTS HERE

CELEBRATING 60 YEARS!

The TJC Earth and Science Space Center is preparing to celebrate an important milestone in its history — the 60th anniversary of its Hudnall Planetarium.

Since 1963, the planetarium has introduced countless schoolchildren to science and space. Now known as the TJC Center for Earth and Space Science featuring Hudnall Planetarium, the center is home to the first 40-foot Spitz nano-seam domed theatre in East Texas, with the latest digital projection technology to provide an immersive fulldome video experience.

The center also features interactive displays and exhibits, plus a series of outdoor educational plazas.

PARTIAL

Please join us for a special event!

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THE FEW.

PRESENTS

TOTALITY

A concert celebrating the historic total eclipse of the sun featuring celestial favorites.

TOTAL AT TJC SOLAR

APR. 8 2024 12:24 p.m. - 3:04 p.m.

100% blocking of the sun begins at 1:43 p.m. and lasts until 1:45 p.m.

SATURDAY | 2024

APR. 6 4 & 7:30 P.M.

TJC CENTRAL CAMPUS Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center

TICKETS

On sale beginning Oct. 16, 2023 at ETSO.ORG

CONCERT HOSTED THROUGH A COLLABORATION OF:

Dinosaurs: A Story of Survival

THE EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE CENTER

What if I told you that there are still dinosaurs among us? This show will take audiences on an exciting adventure that will show them the Earth as it was in the very, very distant past. You will see the fascinating transformations that these animals underwent over millions of years, creating giant creatures, armored beasts and super predators, until the day that a cataclysmic impact event caused a mass extinction on Earth, and learn the key to their survival today.

5000 Eyes: Mapping the Universe with DESI

THE EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE CENTER

The Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) is creating the most detailed map of our nearby universe. Installed on the Mayall telescope on Kitt Peak in Southern Arizona, DESI’s 5000 independently operated robots can measure the light from millions of galaxies at once. Come explore the science, instrument and people behind this global endeavor.

Cosmic Mashups

THE EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE CENTER

Supermassive black holes are found in most galaxies, and we’re beginning to uncover how the merging of galaxies activate galactic centers. This engaging full-dome film was produced by Fiske Planetarium in collaboration with CU Boulder APS Professor, Dr. Julie Comerford, and former graduate student, Dr. Becky Nevin, through support from a National Science Foundation award.

Laser Rock & Roll Saturday

THE EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE CENTER

Our newly installed SkyLase system will allow us to make the planetarium’s 40-foot dome come alive with LASERs and other special visuals set to some of your favorite rock hits, blaring through our 15,000-watt surroundsound system!

Shows at 7 p.m. Tickets $5

SEPT. 23 — Laser Taylor Swift

OCT. 28 — Laser “Stranger Things”

DEC. 16 — Laser Holidays 2

APR. 20 — Laser Pink Floyd “Dark Side of the Moon”

JUN. 29 — Laser American Spirit

AUG. 17 — Laser David Bowie

FOR TICKET INFORMATION, GO TO SCIENCECENTER.TJC.EDU

Star Party Saturdays

THE EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE CENTER

Join the Earth and Space Science Center for monthly star parties. You’ll find plenty of telescopes for viewing and even more astronomy buffs to help you navigate your way around the night sky.

Shows begin at 8 p.m. Admission is free.

OCT. 7

NOV. 4

DEC. 2

FEB. 3

MAR. 2

APR. 6

FOR TICKET INFORMATION, GO TO SCIENCECENTER.TJC.EDU

FEB. 9 AND 10 | 7-9:30 p.m.

THE EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE CENTER

For ages, the poets and composers have been inspired by love and its relationship to the stars. The Earth and Space Science Center at TJC offers the opportunity for Valentine couples to enjoy an evening of “Love Under the Stars.” Guests will enjoy a love-themed show in the domed theater, a light meal, music and telescope viewing (weather permitting.) A gift bag and couples photography is included. Tickets are available beginning January 2024. Seating is limited. This event is for ages 21 and up.

FOR TICKET INFORMATION, GO TO SCIENCECENTER.TJC.EDU

Designed to create conversation, the TJC Powerful Voices semi-annual speaker series will welcome a diverse range of world-renowned innovators, leaders and scholars.

Dr. Vin Gupta

THURSDAY, NOV. 2, 2023

Renowned medical and health policy expert: currently Chief Medical Officer at Amazon Pharmacy

Dr. Vin Gupta is no ordinary medical expert. With nearly two decades of experience as a renowned health policy expert and clinician, he operates at the cutting edge of disruption. Currently serving as Chief Medical Officer at Amazon Pharmacy, he spearheads cutting-edge programs transforming the future of healthcare and technology. Dr. Gupta’s forward-looking insights inspire leaders and organizations to embrace change, think outside the box, and pave the way for innovation and success.

Dr. Gupta will speak with TJC’s aspiring healthcare professionals concerning innovations in healthcare and how they’re affecting career opportunities in the field. In a general audience presentation. Dr. Gupta will address technical advances and other health industry innovations affecting society.

Dr. Hakeem Oluseyi

THURSDAY, APR. 4, 2024

Astrophysicist, former Space Science Education Lead for NASA

Dr. Hakeem Oluseyi has three degrees, eight U.S. patents, and four E.U. patents and has hosted Science Channel and Discovery shows. More impressive, still, is his life story: Oluseyi grew up in the roughest neighborhoods of America, learned to survive on the street, and still taught himself Einstein’s theory of relativity from an old set of encyclopedias. He was presented with a compelling option to quit at every turn, yet he persevered. Today, he is a NASA astrophysicist and a global educator.

Dr. Oluseyi is scheduled to speak with TJC students about overcoming adversity and pursuing dreams. In a public presentation, Dr. Oluseyi will share his story and address a new focus on space travel and its possible implications.

TJC CULTURAL ARTS DISTRICT

CALENDAR of EVENTS | 2023-2024 SEASON

OCT. SEPT.

15

FRIDAY 3 P.M.

TJC Theatre Play Reading Series #1 Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Recital Hall 16

SATURDAY 7 P.M.

19

TUESDAY 7:30 P.M.

TJC Theatre Play Reading Series #1 Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Recital Hall

Masterclass/Recital

Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Recital Hall

Glass Case Gallery

WEDNESDAY

Exhibition 2: Dave & Christie Funk (Oct. 2-Nov. 2, 2023) Jenkins Hall

14

SATURDAY 10:25 A.M. -1:32 P.M.

Partial Solar Eclipse at TJC The Earth and Space Science Center

NOV. 02

THURSDAY

Powerful Voices Speaker Series: Dr. Vin Gupta TJC.edu/PowerfulVoices

SATURDAY 2-4 P.M.

23

SATURDAY 7 P.M.

29

FRIDAY

Jazz Ensembles & Harmony at East Texas State Fair East Texas State Fair Food Tent

Laser Rock and Roll Saturday: Laser Taylor Swift

04

WEDNESDAY 7:30 P.M.

Theatre: Legally Blonde the Musical Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Wise Auditorium 05

THURSDAY 7:30 P.M.

20

FRIDAY 3 P.M.

TJC Theatre Play

Reading Series #2

Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Recital Hall

03 FRIDAY NOON

Theatre: Legally Blonde the Musical Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Wise Auditorium

21

TJC Theatre Play Reading Series #2

04

8 P.M.

Student Recital Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Recital Hall

Star Party Saturday The Earth and Space Science Center

SATURDAY 7 P.M.

FRIDAY 7:30 P.M.

Theatre: Legally Blonde the Musical Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Wise Auditorium 07

SATURDAY 7:30 P.M.

The Earth and Space Science Center 07

A Pop of Color: Works by Jeffie Brewer (Sept. 29-Jan. 7, 2024)

Tyler Museum of Art

Theatre: Legally Blonde the Musical Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Wise Auditorium

Star Party Saturday

The Earth and Space Science Center 10 TUESDAY 7:30 P.M.

SATURDAY 8 P.M.

Masterclass/Recital Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Recital Hall

24

7:30 P.M.

Chamber Ensembles Fall Concert Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Lobby

Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Recital Hall 26 THURSDAY 7:30 P.M.

Concert Choir and Chamber Singers Fall Concert Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Wise Auditorium

28

SATURDAY 7 P.M.

05 SUNDAY 3 P.M.

Music Fall Graduation Recital Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Wise Auditorium

29 SUNDAY

Laser Rock and Roll Saturday: Laser Stranger Things

The Earth and Space Science Center

Day of the Dead (Oct. 29-Nov. 5, 2023)

Tyler Museum of Art

DEC.

TJC CULTURAL ARTS DISTRICT

CALENDAR of EVENTS | 2023-2024 SEASON

JAN.

FEB.

TUESDAY

Glass Case Gallery Exhibition 4: Ingrid Horner (Jan. 16-Feb. 15, 2024) Jenkins Hall

02

FRIDAY 3 P.M.

TJC Theatre Play Reading Series #3 Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Recital Hall

MAR.

THURSDAY 7:30 P.M.

Wind Ensemble & Symphonic Band Concert Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Wise Auditorium

02

FRIDAY 2 P.M.

The Artistic Legacy of E.M. “Buck” Schiwetz (Jan. 26-Apr. 28, 2024) Tyler Museum of Art 30

TUESDAY 7:30 P.M.

Masterclass/Recital Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Recital Hall

Glass Case Gallery Exhibition 5: Amanda Slaughter (Feb. 2-Mar. 21, 2024) Jenkins Hall

FRIDAY 7:30 P.M.

FRIDAY

24

SATURDAY 7:30 P.M.

Theatre: Moby Dick Jean Browne Theatre 01 FRIDAY 7:30 P.M.

28

WEDNESDAY 7:30 P.M.

Dance: Rite of Spring & Rodeo Cowan Center 03

Theatre: Moby Dick Jean Browne Theatre

Jazz Festival Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Wise Auditorium 02 SATURDAY 2:30 & 7:30 P.M.

Star Party Saturday The Earth and Space Science Center 02 SATURDAY 8 P.M.

TJC Theatre Play Reading Series #3 Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Recital Hall 09 FRIDAY 7-9:30 P.M.

SATURDAY 7 P.M.

29

THURSDAY 7:30 P.M.

Love Under the Stars The Earth and Space Science Center 10 SATURDAY 7-9:30 P.M.

Theatre: Moby Dick Jean Browne Theatre 29

THURSDAY 7:30 P.M.

Jazz Festival Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Wise Auditorium

Theatre: Moby Dick Jean Browne Theatre 05 TUESDAY 7:30 P.M.

Star Party Saturday The Earth and Space Science Center

Love Under the Stars The Earth and Space Science Center

Masterclass/Recital Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Recital Hall

Concert Choir & Chamber Singers Spring Concert Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Wise Auditorium 21 THURSDAY 7:30 P.M.

Apache Belles Spring Show Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Wise Auditorium 22 FRIDAY 7:30 P.M.

Apache Belles Spring Show Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center

APR.

22

FRIDAY 3 P.M.

TJC Theatre Play Reading Series #4 Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Recital Hall 23

SATURDAY 2 & 7:30 P.M.

Apache Belles Spring Show Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center 23

FRIDAY 7 P.M.

24

FRIDAY 7 P.M.

26

TUESDAY 7:30 P.M.

TJC Theatre Play Reading Series #4 Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Recital Hall

20th Annual High School Art Exhibition (Mar. 24-May 19, 2024) Tyler Museum of Art

Chamber Ensembles Spring Concert Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Lobby

01

MONDAY

01

MONDAY

06

SATURDAY 4 & 7:30 P.M.

ETSO Totality of the Sun Concert Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center

19

FRIDAY 7:30 P.M.

Dance: Peter Pan Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Wise Auditorium

Art Club Silent Auction (Apr. 1-3, 2024) Jenkins Hall, Glass Case Gallery

TJC Arts Festival (Apr. 1-30, 2024) TJC.edu/ArtsFestival 02

08

Total Solar Eclipse at TJC

The Earth and Space Science Center

20

SATURDAY 2 & 7 P.M.

Dance: Peter Pan Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Wise Auditorium

20

TUESDAY 7:30 P.M.

Masterclass/Recital Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Recital Hall 02

08

MONDAY

Art Club Silent Auction (Apr. 1-3, 2024) Jenkins Hall, Glass Case Gallery 03

Glass Case Gallery Exhibition 6: Joshua Goode (Apr. 8-May 2, 2024) Jenkins Hall

TUESDAY

12

FRIDAY 3 P.M.

SATURDAY 7 P.M.

Laser Rock and Roll Saturday: Laser Pink Floyd Dark Side of the Moon

The Earth and Space Science Center

WEDNESDAY 11 A.M. - 2 P.M.

04

THURSDAY

04

THURSDAY

06

SATURDAY 8 P.M.

Art Club Silent Auction Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Lawn

ArtsFest Lunch on the Lawn Concert TJC.edu/ArtsFestival

TJC Powerful Voices Speaker Series: Hakeem Oluseyi TJC.edu/PowerfulVoices

Star Party Saturday The Earth and Space Science Center

TJC Theatre Play Reading Series #5 Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Recital Hall

21

SUNDAY 2 P.M.

22

Dance: Peter Pan Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Wise Auditorium

12

FRIDAY NOON

13

SATURDAY 7 P.M.

TJC Theatre Play Reading Series #5 Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Recital Hall

Student Recital Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Recital Hall 19

FRIDAY NOON

Student Recital Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Recital Hall

MONDAY 7:30 P.M.

24

WEDNESDAY 7:30 P.M.

25

THURSDAY 7:30 P.M.

Jazz Ensembles Spring Concert Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Wise Auditorium

Theatre: Summer and Smoke Jean Browne Theatre

Theatre: Summer and Smoke Jean Browne Theatre

MAY