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Doudna Fine Arts Center Kicks Off Spring 2026 Semester with Unique Events
Information from the Doudna Fine Arts Center at Eastern Illinois University
Tickets for all performances available HERE.
- Immunity by Joshua Roman
The Doudna Fine Arts Center begins its spring season Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. with renowned cellist Joshua Roman's performance of Immunity. Immunity explores the impact of Roman's struggles with Long COVID that nearly ended his career, and how he was able to break through to discover a profound acceptance and deeper connection to what’s most important in life.
"Occasionally I get to meet an extraordinary young musician. Such is the case with Joshua Roman … To me, Joshua is one of the great exemplars of the ideal 21st-century musician. He is deeply grounded in a classical tradition and he is a fearless explorer of our world.” – Cellist Yo-Yo Ma
February Preview
- John Clayton
66th Annual Jazz Festival
February 6 @ 7:30 p.m
Dvorak Concert Hall
See John Clayton, Grammy winning bassist, composer, arranger, and producer at the 66th Annual Jazz Festival. Clayton has worked with countless artists, including arranging Whitney Houston’s rendition of the “Star Spangled Banner” at the 1990 Super Bowl performance.
Tickets: $25/$20/$15/$10 for festival attendees
- EagleMania
February 14 @ 7:30 p.m.
Dvorak Concert Hall
Experience The Eagles’ greatest hits with EagleMania this Valentine’s Day. With their uncanny ability to emulate the distinct sound of The Eagles, they’ll perform their hits along with select Don Henley, Glenn Frey, and Joe Walsh solo efforts.
Tickets: $30/$15- Special Valentines Date Night Package Available
For $100 for general public and $75 for EIU students the Doudna "Date Night Package" includes dinner, drinks, and show tickets for 2!
- Special Valentines Date Night Package Available
- Bright Star
February 27, 28 & March 6, 7 @ 7:30 p.m.
March 1 & 8 @ 2 p.m.
The Theatre
Featuring a score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickel, Bright Star tells the true heartwarming story of love and redemption set against the backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ‘40s. Follow literary editor Alice Murphy as she sets out on a journey to understand her past, meeting a young soldier home from World War II and finding something that will transform both of their lives. With beautiful melodies and powerful characters, this uplifting theatrical journey will leave you feeling daringly hopeful.
Tickets: $25/$20/ $15
