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Envision Film Festival Returns to Taylor

By Schaeffer Ott · Thursday, March 12, 2026

A small corner of Upland, Ind. transforms into a miniature Hollywood as Taylor’s film and media arts program brings the Envision Film Festival to campus from March 12 to 14.

Nostalgia Night Returns in 2026

By Lisa Pinsenschaum · Thursday, March 12, 2026

A soft glow lit the stage as gentle piano keys rang through an energized crowd.

Community gathers together for worship, prayer and reflection

By Lisa Pinsenschaum · Thursday, March 12, 2026

As the clock struck 7 p.m., the lights inside Rediger Auditorium dimmed and the first chords of “Glorious Day” echoed through the room. College students in sweats and hoodies, local families with children and longtime Grant County residents rose from their seats and lifted their hands in worship.

Community events welcome in Spring

By Ella Watson · Thursday, March 12, 2026

As winter fades into spring, communities around Taylor are embracing the upcoming season. From musicals to markets, here are a few events not to miss.

Professors channel emotion through song in faculty recital

By Emma Adams · Monday, March 9, 2026

Three music faculty members portrayed a variety of emotions through their faculty recital in Butz-Carruth Recital Hall on Feb. 22.

Classic hits return to Rediger Auditorium with Nostalgia Night

By Ella Watson · Thursday, March 5, 2026

A line of eager students will soon wind down the steps to Rediger Auditorium as Taylor’s annual throwback concert, Nostalgia Night, returns.

Star-studded lineup at the 2026 Grammys

By Lisa Pinsenschaum · Thursday, March 5, 2026

A musical landscape as varied and vibrant as the artists shaping it took the stage at the 2026 Grammy Awards.

Taylor Theatre puts on tale of “Eurydice”

By Ella Watson · Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026

The beloved myth of Orpheus and Eurydice was retold in Mitchell Theatre with “Eurydice.”

Chorale and Sounds host annual Valentine Banquet

By Emma Adams · Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026

TU’s Chorale and Sounds bid 2025 farewell with a hospitality-centric concert and welcomed in 2026 with the same.

Symphony Orchestra concert highlights centuries of familiar tunes

By Ella Watson · Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025

Music spanning centuries filled Rediger Auditorium as the Symphony Orchestra took the stage.

“Wicked: For Good” soars into theaters, delighting audiences

By Emma Adams · Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025

“Wicked: For Good” provides a satisfying and captivating conclusion to the film duology.

TU dominates Indiana NATS Audition

By Emma Adams · Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025

Celebrations are in order as a record number of Taylor students placed at a prestigious singing competition.

Taylor Theatre performs Shrek the Musical

By Sadie Maples · Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025

Lights dimmed. Smoke spewed from Mitchell Theatre’s stage. The audience quieted as Taylor Theatre presented “Shrek the Musical.”

Ringing in the holidays with the Wind Ensemble’s Pops Concert

By Lisa Pinsenschaum · Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025

The sound of more than 50 instruments will fill the Wheeler Stage as members of the Taylor University Wind Ensemble spread Christmas cheer through their music — and their festive sweaters.

Chorale and Sounds welcomes in Christmas

By Emma Adams · Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025

Christmas is coming, and so are the Chorale and Sounds.

Taylor Theatre’s One-Act Play Festival brings comedy of all kinds

By Schaeffer Ott · Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025

They analyzed scripts, auditioned actors and blocked scenes.

SAC’s MyGen lights up the stage with energy and excitement

By Emma Adams · Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025

A bubble of anticipation grew as audience members flooded into the Rediger Auditorium.

MSA’s Mosaic Night highlights God’s heart for the nations

By Ella Watson · Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025

Mosaic Night sought to bring the Taylor community a glimpse of heaven through showcasing diverse talents and communities.

Taylor Wind Ensemble prepares for fall show

By Schaeffer Ott · Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025

Music and joy are set to combine as the Taylor Wind Ensemble prepares for their fall concert full of variety and surprise.

Community events to kick off celebrating the holiday season

By Ella Watson · Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025

As the Fall semester continues and finals approach, seasonal festivities are beginning.