From global Premier Performance events to concerts by local musicians, Doudna has a little something for everyone

CHARLESTON, IL (08/17/2026) The 2026-27 theatre season is approaching, and Eastern Illinois University’s Doudna Fine Arts Center has a spectacular spread of engaging options for those interested. With performances ranging from globally recognized artists to local musicians and singers, fall performances at the Doudna are a great source for entertainment and variety. Performances scheduled for this fall include:

  • August 2026
    • 8/29/26 – Une Soiree au Cabaret, 7:30 p.m. | Post show VIP
  • September 2026
    • 9/12/26 – Panther Performance Festival, 7:30 p.m. | Free
    • 9/18 & 19/26 – Bill W. and Dr. Bob, 7:30 p.m.
    • 9/24/26 – Jazz Showcase Concert, 7:30 p.m. | Free
  • October 2026
    • 10/1-4/26 – Proof, 7:30 p.m. (10/4 is at 2 p.m.)
    • 10/2/26 – Wind Symphony & Concert Band, 7:30 p.m.
    • 10/11/26 – Choral Concert, 4 p.m.
    • 10/16/26 – Musae @ ACA Fest, 7:30 p.m.
    • 10/20/26 – Jazz Combos, 7:30 p.m. | Free
    • 10/23/26 -Eastern Symphony Orchestra, 7:30 p.m.
  • November 2026
    • 11/3/26 – Percussion Ensemble, 7:30 p.m.
    • 11/6-7/26 – Opera Performance, 7:30 p.m.
    • 11/8/26 – Jazz Faculty Concert: The Goodness of Music, 7:30 p.m.
    • 11/12-15/26 – Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach, 7:30 p.m. (11/15 is at 2 p.m.)
    • 11/13/26 – Wind Symphony & Concert Band, 7:30 p.m.
    • 11/17/26 – Jazz Lab Band, 7:30 p.m. | Free
  • December 2026
    • 12/3/26 – Holiday Fest Day 1 Opens, 4 p.m.
    • 12/3/26 – Jazz Ensemble, 7:30 p.m.
    • 12/4/26 – Holiday Fest Day 2 Opens, 10 a.m.
    • 12/4/26 -Holiday Concert featuring Handel’s Messiah, 7:30 p.m.
    • 12/5/26 – Holiday Fest Day 3 Opens, 10 a.m.
    • 12/5/26 – Holiday Fest Kids Day, 12 p.m. | Free
    • 12/5/26 – A CISCo Christmas: Songs of the Season, 7:30 p.m. | Free
    • 12/6/26 – Holiday Fest Day 4 Opens, 10 a.m.
    • 12/6/26 – Holiday Concert featuring Handel’s Messiah, 4 p.m.
    • 12/7/26 – Symphonic Band, 7:30 p.m.
    • 12/8/26 – Jazz Combos, 7:30 p.m. | Free
    • 12/10/26 – Composers’ Forum, 7:30 p.m. | Free

More information about all Doudna performances through the 2026-27 performance season is available through their online season brochure. Performances in bold above are part of the Doudna’s Premier Event series. More information about those globally recognized performers is available on the EIU Media site. For additional information about Eastern’s Doudna Fine Arts Center or to learn how to order tickets for these or other Doudna events, visit eiu.edu/doudna.

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