Fine Arts - The Echo

“Rocky”: a modern day parable

By Braydon Carter · Thursday, May 7, 2026

The film “Rocky” (1976) follows a professional boxer named Rocky Balboa as he embraces the challenge of “going the distance.”

‘The Boys from Syracuse’ boasts a boisterous runtime

By Emma Adams · Thursday, May 7, 2026

What do you get when you mix Shakespeare’s “The Comedy of Errors” with show tunes?

MECA hosts Salaam for an evening of music

By Emma Adams · Thursday, April 30, 2026

Salaam, Arabic for peace, was brought to the Euler Atrium in more ways than one.

Taylor Dance Concert Combines Faculty and Student Pieces

By Schaeffer Ott · Thursday, April 23, 2026

Technique. Precision. Emotion.

Airband presents unique TV shows and movies in creative ways

By Emma Adams · Thursday, April 23, 2026

“Water. Earth. Fire. Air. Long ago, the four nations lived together in harmony. Then, everything changed when the Fire Nation attacked.”

Wind Ensemble highlights a range of composers

By Ella Watson · Thursday, April 23, 2026

Taylor’s Wind Ensemble will return to the stage with its annual Spring concert, showcasing the work of American composers.

MSA Hosts Boxes and Walls

By Emma Adams · Thursday, April 16, 2026

Guests who attend Boxes and Walls in the Reade Liberal Arts Center each year get the opportunity to experience a series of simulations mimicking intercultural experiences and situations.

“The Boys from Syracuse” brings classic comedy to Taylor Theatre

By Ella Watson · Thursday, April 16, 2026

A comedy that has had audiences laughing for centuries is finding new life with Taylor Theatre’s production of “The Boys from Syracuse.”

Taylor Students Win Top Awards in NATS

By Lisa Pinsenschaum · Thursday, April 16, 2026

A small classroom hummed with anticipation as student vocalists waited just outside the door, quietly trilling scales under their breath and clutching judge sheets with sweaty palms. One by one, they stepped inside to perform for a panel of three judges.

Taylor’s annual Metcalf Open exhibition displays vibrant expression

By Ella Watson · Thursday, March 26, 2026

Creativity exploded in Metcalf Gallery on Feb. 27 with the opening of its annual student art show.

Chorale and Sounds burst into UCC

By Emma Adams · Thursday, March 19, 2026

TU’s Chorale and Sounds burst into song at Upland Community Church on March 25.

Taylor Theatre Takes on Eurydice

By Schaeffer Ott · Thursday, March 19, 2026

Dripping water echoed around the confines of Mitchell Theatre as Taylor University’s production of “Eurydice” invited audience members into a world that suspended memory and belief.

Symphony Orchestra concert highlights centuries of familiar tunes

By Ella Watson · Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025

Music spanning centuries filled Rediger Auditorium as the Symphony Orchestra took the stage.

“Wicked: For Good” soars into theaters, delighting audiences

By Emma Adams · Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025

“Wicked: For Good” provides a satisfying and captivating conclusion to the film duology.

TU dominates Indiana NATS Audition

By Emma Adams · Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025

Celebrations are in order as a record number of Taylor students placed at a prestigious singing competition.

Taylor Theatre performs Shrek the Musical

By Sadie Maples · Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025

Lights dimmed. Smoke spewed from Mitchell Theatre’s stage. The audience quieted as Taylor Theatre presented “Shrek the Musical.”

Ringing in the holidays with the Wind Ensemble’s Pops Concert

By Lisa Pinsenschaum · Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025

The sound of more than 50 instruments will fill the Wheeler Stage as members of the Taylor University Wind Ensemble spread Christmas cheer through their music — and their festive sweaters.

Chorale and Sounds welcomes in Christmas

By Emma Adams · Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025

Christmas is coming, and so are the Chorale and Sounds.

Taylor Theatre’s One-Act Play Festival brings comedy of all kinds

By Schaeffer Ott · Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025

They analyzed scripts, auditioned actors and blocked scenes.

Community events to kick off celebrating the holiday season

By Ella Watson · Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025

As the Fall semester continues and finals approach, seasonal festivities are beginning.