This weekend, enjoy events such as a dark play by the NIU School of Theatre and Dance, a celebration of Dia de los Muertos at the Egyptian Theatre and more.
DEKALB HIGH SCHOOL THEATER FALL PLAY – “HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD”
Date and Time: 7 p.m. Friday, 2 p.m. Saturday
Location: DeKalb High School
The DeKalb High School Theater presents the play “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” with ticket prices starting at $10.
SCHOOL OF THEATRE AND DANCE PRESENTS “MACHINAL”
Date and Time: 7:30 p.m. Friday, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday
Location: Black Box Theatre, Stevens Building
The story of “Machinal” is based on the true story of Ruth Synder, a New York woman who was executed in the electric chair in 1928 after being accused of murdering her husband. Tickets cost $20 for adults, $18 for seniors and staff, $12 non-NIU students and are free for NIU students.
Date and Time: 8 p.m. Friday
Location: Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St.
This celebration of the music of Pink Floyd will feature a tribute performance showcasing a cast of nine musicians and vocalists along with captivating lights and video. Ticket prices are $27, $37 and $47, depending on how close seats are to the stage. Students with a valid student ID will receive a $5 discount.
Date and Time: 1 p.m. Saturday
Location: Hopkins Park, 1403 Sycamore Road
Enjoy various pumpkin-themed activities and competitions such as a pumpkin carving and a pumpkin rolling competition. This event is free to attend.
DIA DE LOS MUERTOS PERFORMANCES
Date and Time: 1:45 p.m. to 1:55 p.m., 2 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 2:45 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. Saturday
Location: Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St.
Enjoy performances by the Tumbao Latin Dance Team, Flor De Café and Dimensions Dance Academy in celebration of Dia de los Muertos. This event is free for all to attend.
FARWELL TO ALEBRIJES – DESPEDIDA DE ALEBRIJES
Date and Time: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday
Location: Founders Memorial Library
Catch the Alebrijes exhibit before it leaves on Nov. 8. Enjoy some live music, hot cocoa and pastries. This event is free for all to attend.
INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRONIC MUSIC
Date and Time: 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday
Location: 309 Oak St.
This course teaches the basics of creating electronic music using studio equipment in the library. This class is for teenagers and adults and no registration is required.
