Hancher

Storm Large—a musical chameleon with rock bonafides—delivers her own unique take on the American songbook. Building a fan base from her appearance on the televised singing competition “Rock Star: Supernova,” Large has conquered a variety of artistic avenues.

Jazz bassist and composer Rufus Reid’s big band project celebrates the life, art, and accomplishments of Elizabeth Catlett, the acclaimed sculptor, printmaker, and social activist. In 1940, Catlett was the first African American to receive an MFA from the University of Iowa.

The incomparable Emerson String Quartet return to Hancher for the first time since 2008. In forty years of music-making, the quartet has set an unsurpassed standard whether performing classic or contemporary work.

Cirque Éloize, that most inventive of circus troupes, returns to Iowa City with a new work co-commissioned by Hancher. Hotel features the perfect blend of the company’s exceptional circus skills and distinctive sensibility.

One of the nation’s—and the world’s—preeminent orchestras, The Philadelphia Orchestra boasts a legacy of impeccable and innovative music making. The ensemble’s debut performance in the new Hancher Auditorium will no doubt be unforgettable.

The sensational bluegrass band that helped Steve Martin and Martin Short open the new Hancher Auditorium returns for a free outdoor concert. The Steep Canyon Rangers will have you up and dancing as they help us welcome students back to campus—and the community to our front yard.

Renowned journalist Cokie Roberts, named a “Living Legend” by the Library of Congress, is one of the most esteemed broadcast journalists of our time. In her presentation, Roberts will offer her unique perspective on the goings-on in the nation’s capital.

Inspired by Machine Dazzle’s work on Taylor Mac’s A 24-Decade History of Popular Music, area artists take over the windows of an array of downtown businesses in a celebration of radical viewpoints and untold stories in local history.

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is the NBA’s all-time leading scorer and a six-time NBA champion. After 50 years as an athlete, activist, and New York Times best-selling author, he offers his perspectives as a nationally recognized speaker who regularly appears on the lecture circuit.

A longstanding Hancher tradition continues with The Hancher Guild Youth Art Show! The opening reception for this celebration of the young artists in our community will include light refreshments, a performance by K2A3 Brass Trio, and the announcement of award winners.