ETSU hosting variety of events for the community in January
It’s a new year, and East Tennessee State University is gearing up for the start of the spring semester, with plenty of activities for students and the community to enjoy in January!
The following listing includes events that are open to the public and are free unless otherwise noted:
Music
Guest Artist Recital: Latitude 49
January 17, 7:30 p.m. – Powell Recital Hall, Martin Center for the Arts
Latitude 49 blends the finesse of a classical ensemble with the drive and precision
of a finely tuned rock band.
ETSU Honor Band Festival Concert
January 25, 5 p.m. – ETSU Foundation Grand Hall, Martin Center for the Arts
Students in the ETSU High School Honor Band will perform in the closing concert of
the 45th annual festival, which features two days of master classes and rehearsals
led by ETSU and visiting music faculty.
The Black Jacket Symphony Presents The Beatles’ ‘Abbey Road’
January 30, 7:30 p.m. – ETSU Foundation Grand Hall, Martin Center for the Arts
The Black Jacket Symphony recreates The Beatles' iconic album “Abbey Road” live in
its entirety, note for note, sound for sound. It’s a full night of rock and roll magic,
plus a visual experience unlike any other. Tickets range from $32.50-$40, plus tax and fees.
Faculty Recital: Christian Swafford, Percussion
January 31, 7:30 p.m. – Powell Recital Hall, Martin Center for the Arts
Dr. Christian Swafford, a visiting assistant professor of percussion in ETSU’s Department
of Music, will perform in recital.
Theater/Cinema
Broadway at the Martin: 'Pretty Woman: The Musical’
January 27 and 28, 7 p.m. – ETSU Foundation Grand Hall, Martin Center for the Arts
This stage adaptation of one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories springs
to life with a powerhouse creative team led by two-time Tony Award®-winning director
and choreographer Jerry Mitchell, an original score by Grammy® winner Bryan Adams
and Jim Vallance, and a book by the movie’s director Garry Marshall and screenwriter
J.F. Lawton. Tickets are $72.50-$92.50 plus fees.
Fine Arts
‘Stitch Together: The Social Seamstress in Southern Appalachia’
Continuing through January 10, 2025, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday – Reece Museum
The Reece Museum hosts this exhibit exploring the social connections of seamstresses
by showcasing the fashion and clothing of the museum’s permanent collection.
Public Talks and More
‘CHATS: Connecting Humans and Telling Stories: An Overview’
January 9, noon – Via Zoom
At the heart of helping others recover from life’s difficulties is the ability to
have authentic connections with others. In this lunchtime talk in the ETSU/Ballad
Health Strong BRAIN Institute Resilience Presentation Series, participants will learn
about the CHAT program’s work and how to become part of this growing effort. Registration is required to obtain Zoom link.
MLK Legacy Program
January 13, 11:30 a.m. – ETSU Foundation Carillon and Alumni Plaza
This annual program commemorates the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.,
reflecting on the prominent civil rights leader’s efforts in developing the “Beloved
Community.”
Mary B. Martin School of the Arts Showcase
January 26, 3 p.m. – Martin Center for the Arts
This afternoon celebrates the talents of ETSU students in Art and Design; Music; Theatre
and Dance; Storytelling; Bluegrass, Old-Time and Roots Music; and Film and Media Studies.
Doors open at 1:30 p.m. for an immersive lobby experience with student art displays,
live music, appetizers and a cash bar before the main event at 3 p.m.
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To learn more about these and other events at ETSU, visit the university’s online calendar at etsu.edu/calendar/default.php. For disability accommodations, contact Disability Services at (423) 439-8346.
East Tennessee State University was founded in 1911 with a singular mission: to improve the quality of life for people in the region and beyond. Through its world-class health sciences programs and interprofessional approach to health care education, ETSU is a highly respected leader in rural health research and practices. The university also boasts nationally ranked programs in the arts, technology, computing, and media studies. ETSU serves approximately 14,000 students each year and is ranked among the top 10 percent of colleges in the nation for students graduating with the least amount of debt.
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