OXFORD, Miss. – The Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts will host the University of Mississippi Chorus and an orchestra composed of students, faculty and members of the Memphis Symphony Orchestra as they perform works from Carl Orff’s renowned “Carmina Burana” on Nov. 14. Tickets for the 7:30 p.m. performance range from $19 to $25 and areRead the story …
UM Chorus to Perform ‘Carmina Burana’ at Ford Center
Concert to feature students, faculty, staff and members of local performance groups
November 8, 2016 by
Los Angeles Guitar Quartet to Perform Friday at Ford Center
Acclaimed group set to play diverse set ranging from classical to contemporary works
October 4, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Grammy Award-winning Los Angeles Guitar Quartet, renowned by critics for its precision, rich tonal palette and joyous performances, comes to the University of Mississippi for a Friday (Oct. 7) concert at Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets for the 7:30 p.m. show are $22 for balcony seating, $26Read the story …
Concert to Benefit Oxford Boys and Girls Club
Gospel and country artists Michael English and Trae Edwards set for Tuesday show at Ford Center
September 30, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – A benefit concert for the Boys and Girls Clubs of North Mississippi, featuring gospel and country performers Michael English and Trae Edwards, is set for Tuesday (Oct. 4) at the University of Mississippi’s Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets for the 7:30 p.m. show are $25 through the Ole Miss BoxRead the story …
‘Fame – The Musical’ Coming to Ford Center this Week
Production set for one performance Thursday evening
September 27, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – “Fame – The Musical” makes a stop at the University of Mississippi’s Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts this week as part of the acclaimed production’s North American tour. The musical is set for one performance at 7:30 p.m. Thursday (Sept. 29). Tickets, which range from $57 to $69 each,Read the story …
Ford Center’s Fall Lineup Filled with Variety
August 1, 2016 by
The University of Mississippi’s Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts has a season schedule that does not disappoint, featuring something for everyone, including children’s shows, a critically acclaimed comedian and musical performances. Here’s a look at what’s coming up this fall: – “The Emperor’s New Clothes: The Naked Truth Tour” by Lewis Black,Read the story …
Air Force Band, ‘Peter Rabbit Tales’ at Ford Center this Weekend
Events offer family-friendly entertainment for L-O-U community
April 14, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts will host two family entertainments events this weekend: the United States Air Force Concert Band and Singing Sergeants on Friday night and “Peter Rabbit Tales” on Saturday. The USAF Concert Band, stationed in Washington, D.C., is known as the premier symphonic wind ensembleRead the story …
Shakespeare’s First and Second Folio on Display at UM
University observes Bard's anniversary with exhibit, major acquisition
April 6, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi celebrates William Shakespeare this month with exhibitions of two rare books containing some of the first printed copies of the Bard’s best-known works. The observance kicks off Monday (April 11) with “First Folio! The Book that Gave Us Shakespeare,” a landmark exhibit at the Gertrude C. Ford CenterRead the story …
Oxford Conference for the Book Brings Variety of Authors to UM
Poets, journalists, scholars and readers coming to campus March 2-4 for free event
February 25, 2016 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Pulitzer Prize-winning authors, as well as first-time novelists, are part of the variety of legendary and debut writers hosted at the Oxford Conference for the Book, set for March 2-4. Poets, journalists, scholars and readers will visit the University of Mississippi for the 23rd conference. The three-day event, which is free andRead the story …
Ford Center, UM Theatre Offer Variety of Performances for Spring
Slate of offerings includes wide range of styles and material
February 12, 2016 by
The spring semester bring numerous theatrical performances to the University of Mississippi, at both the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts and the Ole Miss Department of Theatre Arts. Tickets for all theatrical events can be purchased at the UM Box Office in the Ole Miss Student Union or online at http://fordcenter.org or http://olemissboxoffice.com. Here’s aRead the story …
Dance Company Brings Unique Perspective to Story of Helen Keller
Thodos Dance Chicago to perform Oct. 18 at Ford Center, also sets community outreach programs
October 14, 2015 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Thodos Dance Chicago company will bring its acclaimed contemporary and modern dance style to the University of Mississippi for a performance Sunday (Oct. 18) at the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts. General admission tickets to the 3 p.m. show are $20 and can be purchased at http://fordcenter.org or at theRead the story …