Fine Arts events include art exhibitions, inaugural film festival and annual JazzFest
Temple College has announced its Spring 2023 lineup of Fine Arts events, which include a variety of theater and music performances, art exhibitions, the inaugural Temple College Film Festival and the annual Temple College JazzFest.
“In everything we do, we try to provide the highest-quality fine arts programs to the region,” said Dr. Sara Harris Baker, Temple College’s Division Director of Fine Arts. “We’re hoping that all of our friends and neighbors throughout Central Texas take full advantage of all the great events happening at Temple College.”
Beginning Feb. 4, Temple College will feature the concert artwork of Billy Perkins at the Temple College Visual Arts Center. Perkins is a Temple College alumnus and has been designing for some of the world’s most popular bands and music festivals since the early 1990s. A reception featuring Perkins’ art and music is scheduled for 6-8 p.m. Feb. 4.
On March 3-4, Temple College’s new Musical Theatre program will present “The Lightning Thief,” a full-force pop/rock musical based on the popular young adult Percy Jackson books by Rick Riordan. Directed by Priscilla Santana, this production will feature creature magic designed and produced by the Temple College Engineering Department.
On March 23, as part of the Temple College Humanities Series, the College will debut its inaugural film festival, “Temple College Goes to the Movies,” highlighting Temple College filmmakers at The Beltonian Theatre. In conjunction, on March 24, the College will host a concert by film scorer and composer Graham Reynolds, artist-in-residence at Texas A&M University – Central Texas, at the Mary Alice Marshall Performing Arts Center.
The Temple College JazzFest, Thursday, March 30 – Saturday, April 1, will celebrate jazz in Central Texas with student groups of all ages and feature two headlining guest artists during Friday and Saturday evening concerts.
All events are open to the public. Some require admission. Music events are presented in conjunction with Texas A&M University – Central Texas.
Spring 2023 Fine Arts Events Calendar
Guest Artist: Billy Perkins Exhibit
Feb. 4
6-8 p.m.
Temple College Visual Arts Gallery
Free & Open to the Public
“The Lightning Thief”
March 3-4
7:30 p.m.
Mary Alice Marshall Performing Arts Center
$10 General Admission, Free for Students with ID
Temple College Film Festival w/ Guest Industry Professionals
March 23
7:30 p.m.
The Beltonian Theatre
TAMUCT Artist-in-Residence: Graham Reynolds
March 24
7:30 p.m.
Mary Alice Marshall Performing Arts Center
Temple College Jazz Festival
March 31-April 1
7:30 p.m.
Mary Alice Marshall Performing Arts Center
$20 General Admission, $5 for Students with ID
Temple College Annual Student Art Show & Sale Opening
April 1
5-7 p.m.
Temple College Visual Arts Gallery
Free & Open to the Public
Chorale Concert: “Freedom Songs”
April 11
7:30 p.m.
Mary Alice Marshall Performing Arts Center
$5 General Admission, Free for Students with ID
Orchestra Concert
April 18
7:30 p.m.
Mary Alice Marshall Performing Arts Center
$5 General Admission, Free for Students with ID
Symphonic Band Concert
April 20
7:30 p.m.
Mary Alice Marshall Performing Arts Center
$5 General Admission, Free for Students with ID
Percussion Ensemble
April 26
7:30 p.m.
Jackson-Graeter Backstage Theatre
Jazz Combo Concert
May 2
12:30 p.m.
Jackson-Graeter Backstage Theatre
Saxophone Ensemble
May 3
7:30 p.m.
Jackson-Graeter Backstage Theatre
Vocal Studio Recital
May 7
3 p.m.
Jackson-Graeter Backstage Theatre
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Founded in 1926, Temple College has enjoyed an excellent academic reputation for more than 96 years. It is nationally recognized for excellence in its programs, from visual and performing arts to competitive athletics. The College has become one of the state’s premiere institutions for healthcare providers’ education and training, advanced manufacturing, and workforce development programs. The faculty and staff are committed to providing exceptional quality instruction.