Information from the Doudna Fine Arts Center at Eastern Illinois University

Tickets for all performances available HERE.

February Preview

  • John Clayton
    66th Annual Jazz Festival
    February 6 @ 7:30 p.m 
    Dvorak Concert Hall
    See John Clayton, Grammy winning bassist, composer, arranger, and producer at the 66th Annual Jazz Festival. Clayton has worked with countless artists, including arranging  Whitney Houston’s rendition of the “Star Spangled Banner” at the 1990 Super Bowl performance.
    Tickets: $25/$20/$15/$10 for festival attendees 
  • EagleMania
    February 14 @ 7:30 p.m.
    Dvorak Concert Hall
    Experience The Eagles’ greatest hits with EagleMania this Valentine’s Day. With their uncanny ability to emulate the distinct sound of The Eagles, they’ll perform their hits along with select Don Henley, Glenn Frey, and Joe Walsh solo efforts.
    Tickets: $30/$15

    • Special Valentines Date Night Package Available
      For $100 for general public and $75 for EIU students the Doudna “Date Night Package” includes dinner, drinks, and show tickets for 2!
  • Bright Star
    February 27, 28 & March 6, 7 @ 7:30 p.m.
    March 1 & 8 @ 2 p.m. 
    The Theatre 
    Featuring a score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickel, Bright Star tells the true heartwarming story of love and redemption set against the backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ‘40s. Follow literary editor Alice Murphy as she sets out on a journey to understand her past, meeting a young soldier home from World War II and finding something that will transform both of their lives. With beautiful melodies and powerful characters, this uplifting theatrical journey will leave you feeling daringly hopeful.
    Tickets: $25/$20/ $15 

Doudna Fine Arts Center 2026 Spring Calendar Brochure

DOUDNA FINE ARTS CENTER
Eastern Illinois University
600 Lincoln Avenue
Charleston, IL 61920-3099

Box Office
Tuesday through Thursdays: 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Fridays: 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
217-581-3110 | doudnatix@eiu.edu

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