This weekend at Carthage: Spin Art, Short Film Festival, Centrique Premiere, and more!
Here’s a look at what’s happening on campus this weekend! For a full list of Carthage events, check out our online calendar.
Throughout the weekend
Juried Student Art Exhibition: ‘AMUSEMENT’
All Day Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, Ehrler Hospitality Center
“AMUSEMENT” is a juried student photography exhibition that explores a range of relationships to the term itself. Learn more
H. F. Johnson Gallery of Art Presents: ‘Senior Exhibitions’
Noon-5 p.m. Friday, 1-4 p.m. Saturday, H. F. Johnson Gallery of Art
See Senior Thesis Exhibitions by Trinity Alexander ’24, Tajaniah Drone ’24, Madeleine Frank ’24, Amber Redmond ’24, and Paige Smith ’24. An opening reception will take place Friday. Learn more
Celebration of Scholars
7-8 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Saturday, Across Campus
Don’t miss the presentations of our students, faculty, and staff as we celebrate their works of scholarship, research, and creativity. Learn more
Carthage Musical Theatre Presents: ‘Nine’
7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Wartburg Theatre
World-famous filmmaker Guido Contini is a wreck. Up against a deadline and out of ideas, Guido’s attention is torn between his wife, his mistress, and the star he needs to make a great movie. As he attempts to flee from the pressure in Venice, Guido has to look to the past for answers — and to the women who guided and molded him throughout his life. Learn more
Saturday, May 4
Softball vs University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
12:30 and 2:30 p.m., Wiers Family Stadium and Barbara Madrigrano Field, Live video, Live stats
Graphic Design Senior Show
1-3 p.m., David A. Straz Jr. Center
A variety of senior thesis work including branding, packaging, original typography creation, UX design, photography, and more will be displayed by several talented students. Refreshments will be served. Learn more
Firebird Flea Market
1 p.m., N. E. Tarble Athletic and Recreation Center (TARC)
We’ve combed closets, meeting rooms, offices, and, most importantly, storage rooms to find the best leftover swag. We have small bags for a few bucks and slightly larger bags for a few more bucks. Fill them up; that’s all we ask. Learn more
Spin Magic: Spin Art
1 p.m., N. E. Tarble Athletic and Recreation Center (TARC)
Drawstring bags and blank canvases will be available for everyone to paint! Learn more
Spring Short Film Festival 2024
1:30 p.m., Campbell Student Union
The Carthage Film Association is delighted to invite you to the Spring Shorts Festival, an event dedicated to celebrating the art of short filmmaking. Learn more
Ben Young ’24 Vocal Recital: “The Path Paved Before Me”
7:30 p.m., H. F. Johnson Recital Hall
Hear Ben Young ’24 will present their vocal recital. Learn more
Sunday, May 5
Mental Health 5k Fundraiser
8 a.m., Kissing Rock
Bring your friends and family to a 5k walk/run fundraiser in support of the Kenosha Human Development Services. Learn more
Spring Philharmonic Concert
2 p.m., A. F. Siebert Chapel
The Carthage Philharmonic is a versatile ensemble that showcases both the standard orchestral repertoire and hidden masterworks from underrepresented composers. Learn more
Centrique Magazine Premiere Event
2 p.m., Todd Wehr Center (TWC) 128S
All year, members of Centrique have been working hard to revive our magazine, so come join us to celebrate our successful publication. This event will feature the distribution of our magazine as well as submission awards, readings of works featured in the magazine, a short film on the process of creating our magazine, and a Q&A about the duties of Centrique! Learn more
Colin Eagen ’25 Vocal Recital: ‘A Starry Night Sky’
5 p.m., H. F. Johnson Recital Hall
The recital will focus on the many different languages that art songs have been made in and will include the four most common languages presented here at Carthage: English, Italian, German, and French. Learn more
Jenna Meola ’25 and Rachael Jasien ’25 Junior Recital: “From Day One”
7 p.m., H. F. Johnson Recital Hall
This collaborative recital will contain approximately an hour of both instrumental and vocal music, including everything from classical to 21st century music. Learn more
Catholic Mass
7:30 p.m., A. F. Siebert Chapel
A local priest will lead Mass, supported by student assistants. Learn more
Blitz Bowl
8 p.m., Art Keller Field
Come and support the Blitz Ultimate Frisbee Club as they split their team in half to compete in the Blitz Bowl. Learn more
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