Wharton Center

Red Haven to host Anthony Bourdain for VIP event

Current State — Mon, 06 May 2013 18:32:00 +0000

Chef and author Anthony Bourdain has a new globetrotting TV show called “Parts Unknown” on CNN. On Tuesday, he brings his “Guts and Glory” speaking tour to MSU’s Wharton Center. After his talk, he’ll join 150 people for a VIP event at Red Haven, a new restaurant in Okemos.

Current State #67 | April 16, 2013

Current State — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 16:31:25 +0000

Today on Current State: Lansing city budget; Red Cedar now open for fishing ; Wharton Center reveals new season; and a Public Poetry Announcement with Carl Phillips.

Preview of Wharton Center's 2013-14 season

Current State — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 16:11:22 +0000

Jazz singer Carolyn Leonhart riffs on music

Current State — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 18:46:23 +0000

Wharton Center's 'Garden of Joy' explores Harlem Renaissance

Current State — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 21:40:46 +0000

A new production opening tonight at MSU’s Wharton Center pays homage to the Harlem Renaissance. In the 1920’s, the arts in America, like just about every other industry, were dominated by whites. Most representations of African-American life were done in parody. One of most popular programs of the day was “Amos and Andy.” It debuted in 1928 with two white actors who would later appear on screen in blackface.

Current State #39 | March 7, 2013

Current State — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 00:14:19 +0000

Today on Current State: The iconic SS Badger's future; gender imbalance in medical research; summer road construction East Lansing; the Safe Patient Care Act; and a preview of the Wharton Center's remaining lineup.

Diverse lineup remains for Wharton Center's season

Current State — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 23:22:18 +0000

The stretch run begins next week for the remainder of the concert season at the Wharton Center for Performing Arts. WKAR’s Peter Whorf chats with Wharton Center executive director Mike Brand about the breadth and depth of performances coming to East Lansing in the next few months.

Ladysmith Black Mambazo Coming To Wharton Center

Melissa Benmark — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 05:00:01 +0000

Ladysmith Black Mambazo is coming to Wharton Center Wednesday to perform their signature South African Zulu-style choral music. They began singing in competitions in the 1970s, and rose to world-wide fame when they appeared on Paul Simon’s album “Graceland” in 1986. They’ve recorded over 50 albums, and their latest tour has a stop in East Lansing. WKAR’s Melissa Benmark spoke to one of the longest-singing members, Albert Mazibuko, about the music his group performs.

Tickets! Celtic Woman - April 4

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 17:21:24 +0000

With your gift to WKAR here, our thank-you puts you and a guest in the audience for Celtic Woman. 7:30p Thursday April 4 at Wharton Center - Cobb Great Hall | Give Now, Get Tickets Here

Tickets! Experience the Beatles with RAIN - March 29

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 17:21:03 +0000

With your gift to WKAR here, our thank-you puts you in the audience for Experience the Beatles with RAIN and a meet-and-greet opportunity. 8p Friday March 29 at Wharton Center - Cobb Great Hall | Give Now, Get Tickets Here

Current State #8 | January 23, 2013

Current State — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 11:30:00 +0000

On today's Current State: The legendary William Shatner, former East Lansing mayor and newly elected Michigan Rep. Sam Singh, more from the Detroit auto show, and Neighbors in Action highlights the work of NAMI Lansing.

Tickets! Billy Elliot The Musical

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 19:46:36 +0000

With your gift to WKAR here, our thank-you puts you in the audience for BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL. 7:30p Tuesday Jan. 15 at Wharton Center - Cobb Hall | Give Now, Get Tickets Here

War Horse: Puppets Bring Horses to Life

Scott Pohl — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 05:00:01 +0000

To bring the story of "War Horse" to the stage, it was necessary to create convincing likenesses of horses.

The British company behind the play turned to the Handspring Puppet Company of South Africa for the job.

"War Horse" arrives at MSU’s Wharton Center tonight. There will be eight performances.