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Performance Review: King’s Return
The Kings Return performance on Thursday, Sept. 11th at the Weis Center was absolutely unforgettable. From the very first note, their music carried such a sense of liveliness that you could feel it in every cell of your body. Each song brought a new emotion, making every second feel completely worth it. I had been eagerly waiting since last year to see them live, and they exceeded every expectation. What made the night even more special was how they were not only insanely talented but…
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Weis Center Welcomes Brazilian Pianist and Composer to Atrium Stage
The Weis Center will welcome Brazilian pianist and composer André Mehmari and his Trio on Wednesday, Sept. 24 at 7:30 p.m. in the Weis Center Atrium. The performance is sponsored, in part, by David and Clayton Lightman and family. Rooted in the Brazilian music of his homeland, where he is the most prolific and extraordinary musician of his generation, he glides with ease into the realms of jazz and classical music as his ideas call for them. He will debut a new trio with bassist…
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Grammy Nominated A Cappella Ensemble Performs at the Weis Center on Sept. 11
The Weis Center will welcome a cappella quartet Kings Return on Thursday, Sept. 11 at 7:30 p.m. in the Weis Center Concert Hall. This performance kicks off the Weis Center’s 2025-26 season. Dynamic and soothing four-piece vocal group Kings Return takes pride in crafting a diverse yet supremely cohesive a cappella sound. The blend of their unique vocal timbres is so rich and smooth that, at times, it sounds more like a full choir than four men. Discovered after posting a series of bare-bones stairwell…
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Weis Center Hosting Year-Long Trees Series as Part of Its Annual Performing Arts Season
As part of its 2025-26 season, the Weis Center for the Performing Arts, in collaboration with the Samek Art Museum, will host a series of programs including performances, creative projects, walks and lectures centered on the theme of trees.All events are FREE except where noted. The Trees Series brochure is available at the Weis Center, online at go.bucknell.edu/TreesSeries or by calling 570-577-3727. Rachel Martine, Artist Relations & Education Programs Coordinator says of the series, “Much like the Coal Series we hosted in 2016-17, we see…
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Weis Center 2025-26 Trees Series – Events Calendar
We have officially announced the events within the Trees series, which includes Tree Talks, performances, an art exhibition, an artist talk, student films, and a Crankiefest. Check out the calendar below for full details and bookmark the page!
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Weis Center 2025-26 Trees Series – Creative Expressions
Thank you to the community members who have submitted photography, artwork, and poetry to our Trees series! View the Creative Expressions on the page below! Check back regularly – new items will be added weekly. Want to submit something? More info below.
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Call for Creative Expressions
As part of the Weis Center’s 2025-26 Trees Series… We invite you to share a creative expression of your favorite tree — a leafy companion that has rooted itself in your memory, your backyard, or your imagination. Tell us about a tree that has meaning in your life — whether it sheltered you, inspired you, or simply made you pause and look up. Does your tree feed you? Or burst with beautiful blossoms in the spring?Is it a good listener? Accepting pics, short videos, selfies,…
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Weis Center Announces 2025-26 Season that Includes 22 Professional Performances
The 2025-26 season at the Weis Center for the Performing Arts includes 22 professional performances – including world music, classical, contemporary cirque, Americana/folk music, modern dance, world dance, jazz, and much more. When patrons return in the fall, they will notice a revitalization to the entrance, atrium, and side corridors. This summer, the Weis Center is receiving updated flooring to refresh the space, which has been in use for 37 years. The corridors and front entrances are also being updated. Tickets go on sale to the public…
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Performance Review: Ruthie Foster
c A Night of Communion and Celebration: Ruthie Foster Closes the Weis Center Season There are evenings that entertain, and then there are evenings that stay with you quietly, completely, without asking for permission. Ruthie Foster gave us the latter. From the moment she walked onto the stage, there was a shift in the air. The audience, already pulsing with anticipation, rose to meet her energy, and she returned it with something even greater: presence. Ruthie wasn’t just here to perform; she was here to…
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Performance Review: Ruthie Foster
Ruthie Foster at the Weis Center: A Night I Truly Needed Last night, I had the chance to see Ruthie Foster perform at the Weis Center at Bucknell University, and it was truly one of the most meaningful nights I’ve had in a long time. After taking a peaceful evening walk with a friend, the timing of the 7:30 p.m. show felt just right — like the perfect way to start the weekend. As soon as Ruthie began singing, I could feel how much heart…
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