LOGAN, Utah — Arts & Entertainment have returned to Utah State University this semester, bringing a vibrant lineup of events. Throughout September, audiences can experience the talent and creativity of the community in a variety of performances and activities. Read below for more details about these coming events and subscribe to the weekly events reminder email.
Sept. 2–13, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Tippetts & Eccles Galleries
Artist, teacher, researcher, role model, ceramist, professor, mentor, colleague, friend: These are some of the many roles John Neely played over his 41 years as a faculty member in the Department of Art + Design at Utah State University.
Internationally renowned for his innovations in the ceramic arts, Neely died June 1, 2025, at his Logan, Utah home.
Neely’s work will be exhibited in USU’s Tippetts & Eccles Galleries Sept. 2- 13 and will be available for purchase. The galleries are open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
Selected works will be featured in a silent auction on from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept.13. All proceeds benefit the John Neely Ceramics Scholarship Endowment, established by family and friends to honor his enduring commitment to teaching, research and mentorship.
Sept. 9, 7:30 p.m.
Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall
The JP Jofre Hard Tango Chamber Band, started by bandoneonist and composer Juan Pablo (J.P.) Jofre, focuses on Jofre’s original works and authentic interpretations of legendary composer Astor Piazzolla. Jofre has been highlighted several times by The New York Times and praised by Lincoln Center, who called him “one of today’s leading tango artists.”
Sept. 11, 8 p.m.
Daines Concert Hall
The Caine School of the Arts will present the Utah Symphony for a special one-night-only performance, bringing world-class artistry to Logan right here in the heart of our campus. Enjoy an evening of live music with this unique opportunity — free for all USU students, faculty and staff, and only $10 for the general public.
Age limit for the Utah Symphony is 5 and older.
EVENT OVERVIEW:
Acclaimed pianist Orion Weiss returns to the Utah Symphony with Grieg’s only piano concerto — a playful and passionate masterpiece packed with fiery moments, gorgeous melodies and a Norwegian folk-inspired finale that never fails to thrill.
Under the baton of Anja Bihlmaier, making her Utah Symphony debut, the evening begins with Olly Wilson’s Shango Memory, a powerful tribute to the Nigerian god of thunder that weaves together African and American musical traditions.
The concert reaches its grand finale with Schumann’s “Spring” Symphony, where optimism and renewal bloom in every note. Inspired by the promise of the blossoming season (and a little encouragement from his wife Clara), Schumann’s symphony is the perfect burst of springtime energy no matter the time of year.
(The USU community can redeem their complimentary tickets at the Box Office in the Chase Fine Arts Center.)
Made possible by the Tanner Trust for Utah Universities.
Sept. 12 & 13, 7:30 p.m.
Black Box Theatre
It’s 1211 in Assisi, Italy, and Clare’s got beauty, wealth, and a rich suitor who showers her with expensive presents. So why is she so drawn to this guy Francis who gave up all his possessions just because poor people are suffering? Everyone in town says he’s crazy. And yet she starts seeing everything in her life differently. This hilarious, anachronistic telling of the real story of St. Clare considers the cost of doing good — and how little has changed for the haves and the have-nots in almost a millennium.
Movie Equivalent Rating: R
Sept. 22, 7:30 p.m.
Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall
The internationally renowned American Piano Quartet presents a dynamic program of music for multiple pianos.
Sept. 24, 7 p.m.
TSC Hub
Join us for the Jazz Jams Series! Each Jazz Jams session will showcase the Caine Jazz Combo, a special guest artist, and talented jazz students from the Music Department, all performing timeless jazz standards. Whether you’re an enthusiast or a musician, you’re invited to be part of the action—bring your instrument and join the jam session!
Jazz Jams will take place at the Hub Stage on the first floor of the Taggart Student Center. Don’t miss this chance to experience great music and collaborate with fellow jazz lovers. We look forward to seeing you there!
Sept. 25, 7:30 p.m.
Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall
The Fry Street Quartet, USU’s longtime Quartet-in-Residence, presents masterworks of the string quartet repertoire while leading chamber music in innovative directions with new works and commissions.
Sept. 26–27 & 30, 7:30 p.m.
Sept. 27 1 p.m.
“When your survival is at stake … will you be able to distinguish the monster from the man? Both terrifying and riotous, Kate Hamill’s imaginative, gender-bending “feminist revenge fantasy” is like no Dracula you’ve ever seen — exploring the nature of predators and reinventing the story as a smart, disquieting, darkly comic drama. Hamill’s signature style and postmodern wit upends this familiar tale of Victorian vampires—driving a stake through the heart of toxic masculinity.” — Theatrical Rights Worldwide
Sept. 26, 7:30 p.m.
Daines Concert Hall
Concerts are part of the band large ensemble curriculum. As capstone events, they typically occur twice per semester. Students are required to participate in these events as a large part of their grades, and these concerts are the culmination of several weeks of classroom rehearsals. All concerts are associated with one or more of the band ensembles: MUSC 4700 Wind Orchestra MUSC 3795 Wind Symphony MUSC 3790 Symphonic Band MUSC 3785 Marching Band
Watch for coming events and updated descriptions by checking the online CSA events calendar.
Other Events with More Information to Come
Tiny Houses
Sept. 2–26, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Tippetts & Eccles Galleries
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