Upcoming Events
BLESSID UNION OF SOULS - UNPLUGGED This show is free and open to the public. Seating is on a first come first serve basis. What do you call a pop/rock band from the '90s with eight Top 40 hits, one of them reaching #1 in the U.S., Southeast Asia and England while becoming the 4th most played song of 1995; who's performed in Europe and the 50 states with The Goo Goo Dolls, Bon Jovi, Sean Kingston, Third Eye Blind, Sister Hazel, Huey Lewis and the News, Shania Twain, Vertical Horizon and with Mike and The Mechanics at two sell-out shows at Royal Albert Hall; had their songs performed in movies with Jodie Foster, Jim Carrey and Penny Marshall as well as TV shows like "Cold Case", "All My Children", "Dancing With The Stars" and "American Idol”? ANSWER: BLESSID UNION OF SOULS. BUOS brings their hits “Hey Leonardo, (She Like Me For Me)”, “I Believe”, & “Light In Your Eyes” and more to IWU! With their humble, not so rock star attitude, radio friendly songs and an absolute love for their fans, Blessid Union Of Souls continues to defy odds and remain a steady, driving force on the music scene. |
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Titan Film Series Presents...STAR TREK This show is free and open to the public. Starring Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Karl Urban, John Cho, and Simon Pegg. Paramount; Directed by J.J. Abrams In this prequel, we meet James T. Kirk, Spock, Bones, Uhura and the rest of group who will become the famed crew of the Enterprise. The incredible story follows the young crew’s maiden voyage onboard the most advanced starship ever created: The USS Enterprise. In the midst of an incredible journey full of optimism, intrigue, comedy and cosmic peril, the new recruits must find a way to stop an evil being whose mission of vengeance threatens all of mankind. Rated PG-13. |
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COMEDIAN ROY WOOD, JR This show is free and open to the public. Named by “Entertainment Weekly” as one of 12 comics to watch in 2009, Roy has been featured on the new season of CBS' “The Late Show with David Letterman”, HBO's “Def Comedy Jam”, CBS' “Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson”, and NBC's “Last Comic Standing”. He's also showcased at the prestigious Montreal Comedy Festival and is a regular guest on the E! Network's “Chelsea Lately”. The universal appeal of his comedy crosses all race and cultural lines which is why he has opened for an array of comedians ranging from D.L. Hughley, Ron White, Monique, Tommy Davidson, Bill Engvall and Katt Williams. |
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Titan Film Series Presents...THE HANGOVER This show is free and open to the public. Starring Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, and Zach Galifianakis. Two days before his wedding, Doug and his three friends drive to Las Vegas for a blow-out bachelor party they'll never forget. But, in fact, when the three groomsmen wake up the next morning, they can't remember a thing. For some reason, they find a tiger in the bathroom and a six-month-old baby in the closet of their suite at Caesars Palace. The one thing they can't find is Doug. With no clue as to what transpired and little time to spare, the trio must retrace their hazy steps and all their bad decisions in order to figure out where things went wrong and hopefully get Doug back to L.A. in time to walk down the aisle. Rated R. |
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Titan Film Series Presents... This show is free and open to the public. Starring Shia LaBeouf, Megan Fox, Josh Duhamel, Tyrese Gibson, and Kevin Dunn. DreamWorks; Directed by Michael Bay As part of Homecoming 2009 we are thrilled to show the summer hit "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" which stars Kevin Dunn, IWU Class of 1977! The battle for Earth has ended, but the battle for the universe has just begun. After returning to Cybertron, Starscream assumes command of the Decepticons and has decided to return to Earth with force. Megatron is back and seeking revenge against the Autobots who have some reinforcements of their own in this fueled up sequel. Rated PG-13 Following the film screening there will be a special Question and Answer and Meet and Greet session with Kevin Dunn! With a career spanning more than 30 years, IWU Class of 1977's Kevin Dunn plays the affable father to Shia LeBeouf in both Transformers films. |
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Homecoming Presents... Be a part of this Homecoming tradition! This event is free and open to everyone. The event kicks off at 6pm down at Wilder Football Field. At this event you will find out who the King and Queen of Homecoming are. Coach Eash and the captains of the Football team will give an overview of the Homecoming game. IWU's very own "Suspended" and "Touch of Class" will perform. The featured act is comedian Kyle Cease. Kyle is currently one of the most in-demand young comics, selling out over 200 shows last year from coast to coast. Last years “Comedy Central Presents Kyle Cease” was the most played half hour special on Comedy Central. The same year his CD/DVD “One Dimple”, was one of Comedy Central Records highest debuting releases. Since his memorable appearances as the ’slow clapper’ in “Not Another Teen Movie” and as Bogey Lowenstein in “10 Things I Hate About You”, Cease has had numerous TV, film and radio appearances. He is a frequent guest of the hit syndicated radio show, “Bob and Tom”, He has appeared on “The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson”, “Jimmy Kimmel Live”, “The Martin Short Show”, and has performed in several national commercials. With his laugh-out-loud, stream of consciousness stand-up style and a unique connection with his generation, Kyle’s shows are as exhilarating and playful as an hour of recess. Check out http://www.kylecease.com for more information. We will then enjoy an amazing fireworks display! The event will finish up with the traditional Fraternity Charity Race and Fraternity Rope Pull. Concession stands will be open and you will also be able to purchase your Homecoming commemorative t-shirts. The event is free and all are welcome. You just need to show up wearing green and ready to be a part of history with TITANIUM! |
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UNDERCOVER 15 Undercover is a unique live music competition. All competitors are Illinois Wesleyan students and each contestant has only one goal...to win 1st place. Throughout the evening student performers grace the stage armed with two cover songs and a desire to entertain. You are likely to hear acoustic ballads, Motown's greatest, country hits, and rock anthems, just to name a few. A panel of guest judges, along with the help of the audience, decides which students walk away with 3rd, 2nd or 1st place and bragging rights as the winners of Undercover. In its 15th semester Undercover is a campus tradition that cannot be missed! Do you want to compete? Email kclark@iwu.edu for more info. |
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