
Past Events
October 2016
ShakesFEAR! A Haunted Halloween Experience
Third Annual ShakesFEAR! Join us at the Ewing Cultural Center where the ghost of William Shakespeare will take you on a 25-minute tour of the grounds, introducing you to scary characters from his plays! Three Nights Only Thursday, Friday, Saturday Oct 27, 28, 29, 2016 (Rain Date: Sunday, Oct 30) Reserve your tickets ahead of time! Call 309-438-2535 or 866 IL-SHAKE. $5 Children/Students, $7 Adults ($10 at the door)
ShakesFEAR! A Haunted Halloween Experience
Third Annual ShakesFEAR! Join us at the Ewing Cultural Center where the ghost of William Shakespeare will take you on a 25-minute tour of the grounds, introducing you to scary characters from his plays! Three Nights Only Thursday, Friday, Saturday Oct 27, 28, 29, 2016 (Rain Date: Sunday, Oct 30) Reserve your tickets ahead of time! Call 309-438-2535 or 866 IL-SHAKE. $5 Children/Students, $7 Adults ($10 at the door)
December 2016
Tour Historic Ewing Manor
Visit historic Ewing Manor all decked out in her finest holiday dress this holiday season.
April 2017
Spoon River Poetry Review Annual Lucia Getsi Reading Series
The Spoon River Poetry Review (SRPR), published through the Illinois State University Publications Unit, announces its annual reading event.
Ewing Manor Architecture Tour
Join us for an intimate look at Ewing Manor's 44 rooms and the rich history behind creative decisions during the construction of the home.
May 2017
Derby Days at the Manor
Come enjoy a fun family event where kids can craft their own derby hat, play derby games, enjoy derby snacks, pet horses and go on a carriage ride for $5 per person!
June 2017
Midsummer Night’s Dream
Our family-friendly production of this universal comedy follows four young lovers into an enchanted forest for an unforgettable journey of trickery, laughter, and love.
Shakespeare’s Amazing Cymbeline
A brilliant princess, an evil queen, a misguided king and a thoroughly rotten clown are just some of the characters in this fairy tale romance!
Midsummer Night’s Dream
This Shakespeare favorite is a family friendly production full of trickery, laughter, and love.
July 2017
Shakespeare’s Amazing Cymbeline
A brilliant princess, an evil queen, a misguided king and a thoroughly rotten clown are just some of the characters in this fairy tale romance!
Shakespeare’s Amazing Cymbeline
A brilliant princess, an evil queen, a misguided king and a thoroughly rotten clown are just some of the characters in this fairy tale romance!
Midsummer Night’s Dream
This Shakespeare favorite is a family friendly production full of trickery, laughter, and love.
Shakespeare’s Amazing Cymbeline
A brilliant princess, an evil queen, a misguided king and a thoroughly rotten clown are just some of the characters in this fairy tale romance!
Midsummer Night’s Dream
This Shakespeare favorite is a family friendly production full of trickery, laughter, and love.
Midsummer Night’s Dream
This Shakespeare favorite is a family friendly production full of trickery, laughter, and love.
Shakespeare’s Amazing Cymbeline
A brilliant princess, an evil queen, a misguided king and a thoroughly rotten clown are just some of the characters in this fairy tale romance!
Midsummer Night’s Dream
This Shakespeare favorite is a family friendly production full of trickery, laughter, and love.
Alumni night at Illinois Shakespeare Festival
Alumni, family and friends are invited to the annual alumni night at the special celebration of the 40th season of ISF.
Shakespeare’s Amazing Cymbeline
A brilliant princess, an evil queen, a misguided king and a thoroughly rotten clown are just some of the characters in this fairy tale romance!
Midsummer Night’s Dream
This Shakespeare favorite is a family friendly production full of trickery, laughter, and love.
Shakespeare’s Amazing Cymbeline
A brilliant princess, an evil queen, a misguided king and a thoroughly rotten clown are just some of the characters in this fairy tale romance!
Midsummer Night’s Dream
This Shakespeare favorite is a family friendly production full of trickery, laughter, and love.
Shakespeare’s Amazing Cymbeline
A brilliant princess, an evil queen, a misguided king and a thoroughly rotten clown are just some of the characters in this fairy tale romance!
Midsummer Night’s Dream
This Shakespeare favorite is a family friendly production full of trickery, laughter, and love.
Midsummer Night’s Dream
This Shakespeare favorite is a family friendly production full of trickery, laughter, and love.
Midsummer Night’s Dream
This Shakespeare favorite is a family friendly production full of trickery, laughter, and love.
Shakespeare’s Amazing Cymbeline
A brilliant princess, an evil queen, a misguided king and a thoroughly rotten clown are just some of the characters in this fairy tale romance!
Midsummer Night’s Dream
This Shakespeare favorite is a family friendly production full of trickery, laughter, and love.
Shakespeare’s Amazing Cymbeline
A brilliant princess, an evil queen, a misguided king and a thoroughly rotten clown are just some of the characters in this fairy tale romance!
Midsummer Night’s Dream
This Shakespeare favorite is a family friendly production full of trickery, laughter, and love.
August 2017
Shakespeare’s Amazing Cymbeline
A brilliant princess, an evil queen, a misguided king and a thoroughly rotten clown are just some of the characters in this fairy tale romance!
Midsummer Night’s Dream
This Shakespeare favorite is a family friendly production full of trickery, laughter, and love.
Shakespeare’s Amazing Cymbeline
Adapted by Chris Coleman Cymbeline is one of Shakespeare’s most fantastical plays, making it a perfect fit for our magical 40th! A brilliant princess, an evil queen, a misguided king and a thoroughly rotten clown are just some of the characters in this fairy tale romance, made even more whimsical and theatrical by Chris Coleman’s six-person adaptation, in which five actors and a musician play all the parts! Dates: Preview June 29, Opens July 1, Runs July 5, 7, 13, 15,…
Midsummer Night’s Dream
This Shakespeare favorite is a family friendly production full of trickery, laughter, and love.
Midsummer Night’s Dream
This Shakespeare favorite is a family friendly production full of trickery, laughter, and love.
Midsummer Night’s Dream
This Shakespeare favorite is a family friendly production full of trickery, laughter, and love.
Shakespeare’s Amazing Cymbeline
A brilliant princess, an evil queen, a misguided king and a thoroughly rotten clown are just some of the characters in this fairy tale romance!
Midsummer Night’s Dream
This Shakespeare favorite is a family friendly production full of trickery, laughter, and love.
Shakespeare’s Amazing Cymbeline
A brilliant princess, an evil queen, a misguided king and a thoroughly rotten clown are just some of the characters in this fairy tale romance!
September 2017
Tour Historic Ewing Manor
Tour the historic Ewing Manor, Sunset Hill, with trained docents to guide you through three floors of the Manor. This tour requires the ability to climb stairs. A $5 donation is suggested to help support the Manor.Parking is available across the street at St. John's Lutheran Church
Tour Historic Ewing Manor
Explore the historic Ewing Manor with trained docents to guide you through three floors of this wonderful venue.
October 2017
Tour Historic Ewing Manor
Explore the historic Ewing Manor with trained docents to guide you through three floors of this wonderful venue.
Tour Historic Ewing Manor
Explore the historic Ewing Manor with trained docents to guide you through three floors of this wonderful venue.
A History of the Department of Psychology: The First 50 Years
Join us for our Alumni Day event: "A History of the Department of Psychology: The First 50 Years" Presentation and Reception.
Trick-or-Treat at Ewing Manor
In the tradition of Hazle Buck Ewing, trick-or-treaters are welcome to stop by the manor for a treat. The paths will have fall decor, perfect for picture taking of your little gobblins or princesses.
December 2017
Christmas at the Mansions
Christmas at the Mansions is a community-wide tour of the David Davis Mansion, Ewing Manor, and one Mystery House in Bloomington-Normal, Illinois
Ewing Cultural Center Holiday Tour
Include a tour of Ewing in this year's holiday festivities!
January 2018
Come enjoy a fun family event where kids can craft their own derby hat, play derby games, enjoy derby snacks, pet horses and go on a carriage ride for $5 per person!
April 2018
Ewing Manor Architecture Tour
Join us for an intimate look at Ewing Manor's 44 rooms and the rich history behind creative decisions during the construction of the home.
A Night of Poetry and Community: The SRPR Lucia Getsi Reading
SRPR is excited to announce the next installment of our annual reading event, this year featuring an outstanding line-up of poets: Jamaal May, Rachel Jamison Webster, and the 2017 Editors’ Prize Winner, Kelly Michels. Mark your calendars now and help spread the word! Thursday, April 19th 7-10PM Ewing Manor, Bloomington Named for SRPR's long-time editor and benefactor, Lucia Getsi, the series is co-sponsored by ISU’s Creative Writing Program and ISU’s Department of English. The event features readings by award-winning SRPR…
May 2018
Tour Historic Ewing Manor
Tour the historic Ewing Manor, Sunset Hill, with trained docents to guide you through three floors of the Manor.
June 2018
Tour Historic Ewing Manor
Tour the historic Ewing Manor, Sunset Hill, with trained docents to guide you through three floors of the Manor.
Tour Historic Ewing Manor
Tour the historic Ewing Manor, Sunset Hill, with trained docents to guide you through three floors of the Manor.
Tour Historic Ewing Manor
Tour the historic Ewing Manor, Sunset Hill, with trained docents to guide you through three floors of the Manor.
July 2018
Tour Historic Ewing Manor
Tour the historic Ewing Manor, Sunset Hill, with trained docents to guide you through three floors of the Manor.
Tour Historic Ewing Manor
Tour the historic Ewing Manor, Sunset Hill, with trained docents to guide you through three floors of the Manor.
Tour Historic Ewing Manor
Tour the historic Ewing Manor, Sunset Hill, with trained docents to guide you through three floors of the Manor.
Tour the historic Ewing Manor, Sunset Hill, with trained docents to guide you through three floors of the Manor.
Tour Historic Ewing Manor
Tour the historic Ewing Manor, Sunset Hill, with trained docents to guide you through three floors of the Manor.
Tour Historic Ewing Manor
Tour the historic Ewing Manor, Sunset Hill, with trained docents to guide you through three floors of the Manor.
August 2018
Tour Historic Ewing Manor
Tour the historic Ewing Manor, Sunset Hill, with trained docents to guide you through three floors of the Manor.
Tour Historic Ewing Manor
Tour the historic Ewing Manor, Sunset Hill, with trained docents to guide you through three floors of the Manor.
September 2018
Tour Historic Ewing Manor
Tour the historic Ewing Manor, Sunset Hill, with trained docents to guide you through three floors of the Manor.
Tour Historic Ewing Manor
Tour the historic Ewing Manor, Sunset Hill, with trained docents to guide you through three floors of the Manor.
Tour Historic Ewing Manor
Tour the historic Ewing Manor, Sunset Hill, with trained docents to guide you through three floors of the Manor.
Ewing Manor Celebrates 90 Years
Public viewing of items from the Ewings' time capsule and free public tours will be available.
October 2018
Tour Historic Ewing Manor
Tour the historic Ewing Manor, Sunset Hill, with trained docents to guide you through three floors of the Manor.
Tour Historic Ewing Manor
Tour the historic Ewing Manor, Sunset Hill, with trained docents to guide you through three floors of the Manor.
Tour Historic Ewing Manor
Tour the historic Ewing Manor, Sunset Hill, with trained docents to guide you through three floors of the Manor.
Tour Historic Ewing Manor
Tour the historic Ewing Manor, Sunset Hill, with trained docents to guide you through three floors of the Manor.
Trick-or-Treat at Ewing Manor
In the tradition of Hazle Buck Ewing, trick-or-treaters are welcome to stop by the manor for a treat. The paths will have fall decor, perfect for picture taking of your little gobblins or princesses.
December 2018
Christmas at the Mansions
Christmas at the Mansions is a community-wide tour of the David Davis Mansion, Ewing Manor, and one Mystery House in Bloomington-Normal, Illinois.
Ewing Cultural Center Holiday Tour
Include a tour of Ewing in this year's holiday festivities!
April 2019
A Night of Poetry & Community: The SRPR Lucia Getsi Reading
Spoon River Poetry Review (SRPR) is pleased to invite you to our seventh annual reading event: The SRPR Lucia Getsi Reading Series, which will take place on Thursday, April 11th, 2019 at the historic Ewing Manor in Bloomington, Illinois. Named for SRPR's long-time editor and benefactor, Lucia Getsi, the series is co-sponsored by ISU’s Creative Writing Program and ISU’s Department of English. The event features readings by award-winning SRPR poets, followed by a reception with wine and appetizers. This year’s…
June 2019
As You Like It by William Shakespeare
In this joyful comedy, Rosalind and Orlando fall in love at first sight, but are forced to flee the dangers of the court. Disguised as a young man, Rosalind teaches clumsy Orlando the way to a woman’s heart—hers, to be exact. The young lovers in the forest of Arden delight in luscious nature, love, life, companionship, and song…until Fortune makes everything right again.
As You Like It by William Shakespeare
In this joyful comedy, Rosalind and Orlando fall in love at first sight, but are forced to flee the dangers of the court. Disguised as a young man, Rosalind teaches clumsy Orlando the way to a woman’s heart—hers, to be exact. The young lovers in the forest of Arden delight in luscious nature, love, life, companionship, and song…until Fortune makes everything right again.
As You Like It by William Shakespeare
In this joyful comedy, Rosalind and Orlando fall in love at first sight, but are forced to flee the dangers of the court. Disguised as a young man, Rosalind teaches clumsy Orlando the way to a woman’s heart—hers, to be exact. The young lovers in the forest of Arden delight in luscious nature, love, life, companionship, and song…until Fortune makes everything right again.
July 2019
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Life was pleasantly drab for Elizabeth Bennet until the haughty (though admittedly handsome) Mr. Darcy barged in on her life. Now she’s caught in a dilemma: Can Elizabeth be true to her feelings while also standing up to Darcy’s arrogance? This lively adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved novel persuades us that even the worst first impressions can be overcome.
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Life was pleasantly drab for Elizabeth Bennet until the haughty (though admittedly handsome) Mr. Darcy barged in on her life. Now she’s caught in a dilemma: Can Elizabeth be true to her feelings while also standing up to Darcy’s arrogance? This lively adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved novel persuades us that even the worst first impressions can be overcome.
As You Like It by William Shakespeare
In this joyful comedy, Rosalind and Orlando fall in love at first sight, but are forced to flee the dangers of the court. Disguised as a young man, Rosalind teaches clumsy Orlando the way to a woman’s heart—hers, to be exact. The young lovers in the forest of Arden delight in luscious nature, love, life, companionship, and song…until Fortune makes everything right again.
As You Like It by William Shakespeare
In this joyful comedy, Rosalind and Orlando fall in love at first sight, but are forced to flee the dangers of the court. Disguised as a young man, Rosalind teaches clumsy Orlando the way to a woman’s heart—hers, to be exact. The young lovers in the forest of Arden delight in luscious nature, love, life, companionship, and song…until Fortune makes everything right again.
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Life was pleasantly drab for Elizabeth Bennet until the haughty (though admittedly handsome) Mr. Darcy barged in on her life. Now she’s caught in a dilemma: Can Elizabeth be true to her feelings while also standing up to Darcy’s arrogance? This lively adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved novel persuades us that even the worst first impressions can be overcome.
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Life was pleasantly drab for Elizabeth Bennet until the haughty (though admittedly handsome) Mr. Darcy barged in on her life. Now she’s caught in a dilemma: Can Elizabeth be true to her feelings while also standing up to Darcy’s arrogance? This lively adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved novel persuades us that even the worst first impressions can be overcome.
As You Like It by William Shakespeare
In this joyful comedy, Rosalind and Orlando fall in love at first sight, but are forced to flee the dangers of the court. Disguised as a young man, Rosalind teaches clumsy Orlando the way to a woman’s heart—hers, to be exact. The young lovers in the forest of Arden delight in luscious nature, love, life, companionship, and song…until Fortune makes everything right again.
As You Like It by William Shakespeare
In this joyful comedy, Rosalind and Orlando fall in love at first sight, but are forced to flee the dangers of the court. Disguised as a young man, Rosalind teaches clumsy Orlando the way to a woman’s heart—hers, to be exact. The young lovers in the forest of Arden delight in luscious nature, love, life, companionship, and song…until Fortune makes everything right again.
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Life was pleasantly drab for Elizabeth Bennet until the haughty (though admittedly handsome) Mr. Darcy barged in on her life. Now she’s caught in a dilemma: Can Elizabeth be true to her feelings while also standing up to Darcy’s arrogance? This lively adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved novel persuades us that even the worst first impressions can be overcome.
As You Like It by William Shakespeare
In this joyful comedy, Rosalind and Orlando fall in love at first sight, but are forced to flee the dangers of the court. Disguised as a young man, Rosalind teaches clumsy Orlando the way to a woman’s heart—hers, to be exact. The young lovers in the forest of Arden delight in luscious nature, love, life, companionship, and song…until Fortune makes everything right again.
As You Like It by William Shakespeare
In this joyful comedy, Rosalind and Orlando fall in love at first sight, but are forced to flee the dangers of the court. Disguised as a young man, Rosalind teaches clumsy Orlando the way to a woman’s heart—hers, to be exact. The young lovers in the forest of Arden delight in luscious nature, love, life, companionship, and song…until Fortune makes everything right again.
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Life was pleasantly drab for Elizabeth Bennet until the haughty (though admittedly handsome) Mr. Darcy barged in on her life. Now she’s caught in a dilemma: Can Elizabeth be true to her feelings while also standing up to Darcy’s arrogance? This lively adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved novel persuades us that even the worst first impressions can be overcome.
Alumni night at Illinois Shakespeare Festival
A night of comedy, love, food, fun, and more await at this year's alumni night!
As You Like It by William Shakespeare
In this joyful comedy, Rosalind and Orlando fall in love at first sight, but are forced to flee the dangers of the court. Disguised as a young man, Rosalind teaches clumsy Orlando the way to a woman’s heart—hers, to be exact. The young lovers in the forest of Arden delight in luscious nature, love, life, companionship, and song…until Fortune makes everything right again.
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Life was pleasantly drab for Elizabeth Bennet until the haughty (though admittedly handsome) Mr. Darcy barged in on her life. Now she’s caught in a dilemma: Can Elizabeth be true to her feelings while also standing up to Darcy’s arrogance? This lively adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved novel persuades us that even the worst first impressions can be overcome.
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Life was pleasantly drab for Elizabeth Bennet until the haughty (though admittedly handsome) Mr. Darcy barged in on her life. Now she’s caught in a dilemma: Can Elizabeth be true to her feelings while also standing up to Darcy’s arrogance? This lively adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved novel persuades us that even the worst first impressions can be overcome.
August 2019
As You Like It by William Shakespeare
In this joyful comedy, Rosalind and Orlando fall in love at first sight, but are forced to flee the dangers of the court. Disguised as a young man, Rosalind teaches clumsy Orlando the way to a woman’s heart—hers, to be exact. The young lovers in the forest of Arden delight in luscious nature, love, life, companionship, and song…until Fortune makes everything right again.
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Life was pleasantly drab for Elizabeth Bennet until the haughty (though admittedly handsome) Mr. Darcy barged in on her life. Now she’s caught in a dilemma: Can Elizabeth be true to her feelings while also standing up to Darcy’s arrogance? This lively adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved novel persuades us that even the worst first impressions can be overcome.
As You Like It by William Shakespeare
In this joyful comedy, Rosalind and Orlando fall in love at first sight, but are forced to flee the dangers of the court. Disguised as a young man, Rosalind teaches clumsy Orlando the way to a woman’s heart—hers, to be exact. The young lovers in the forest of Arden delight in luscious nature, love, life, companionship, and song…until Fortune makes everything right again.
As You Like It by William Shakespeare
In this joyful comedy, Rosalind and Orlando fall in love at first sight, but are forced to flee the dangers of the court. Disguised as a young man, Rosalind teaches clumsy Orlando the way to a woman’s heart—hers, to be exact. The young lovers in the forest of Arden delight in luscious nature, love, life, companionship, and song…until Fortune makes everything right again.
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Life was pleasantly drab for Elizabeth Bennet until the haughty (though admittedly handsome) Mr. Darcy barged in on her life. Now she’s caught in a dilemma: Can Elizabeth be true to her feelings while also standing up to Darcy’s arrogance? This lively adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved novel persuades us that even the worst first impressions can be overcome.
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Life was pleasantly drab for Elizabeth Bennet until the haughty (though admittedly handsome) Mr. Darcy barged in on her life. Now she’s caught in a dilemma: Can Elizabeth be true to her feelings while also standing up to Darcy’s arrogance? This lively adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved novel persuades us that even the worst first impressions can be overcome.
As You Like It by William Shakespeare
In this joyful comedy, Rosalind and Orlando fall in love at first sight, but are forced to flee the dangers of the court. Disguised as a young man, Rosalind teaches clumsy Orlando the way to a woman’s heart—hers, to be exact. The young lovers in the forest of Arden delight in luscious nature, love, life, companionship, and song…until Fortune makes everything right again.