Events held at the Elliott Hall of Music
Commencement
Commencement ceremony is arguably the most gratifying experience of each student's college career. It is the moment one receives his or her degree and the feeling of accomplishment that comes with it it tremendous. At Purdue, commencement is held in the Elliott Hall of Music. During the ceremony, students walk from Hovde Hall to Elliott Hall through the 2nd story walkway, and then walk upon the stage. Before them sits their friends and family, and beside them, their peers. It is such a huge moment, and such an important event to be held in Elliott and each student will forever remember that day. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pWsGjXMPWo |
Boiler Gold Rush
Boiler Gold Rush is a week long orientation program for incoming freshman and transfer students that starts and ends in the Elliott Hall of Music. This event allows students to get familiar with Purdue's campus and meet other students and make new friends. The most significant part of Boiler Gold Rush is the Send Off Ceremony that occurs in Elliott Hall. All the students occupy the theater and hear from the President and kickoff the start of the school year with music and dancing and a lot of fun. David Coleman, commonly referred to as "The Dating Doctor" is also a keynote speaker who has come to the event many times. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7rWt0lZMeWY |
TEDxPurdueU
TED is a nonprofit program that allows people to talk about various ideas and problems in the world today. TEDxPurdueU is a TED sponsored program that is developed by Purdue Students. TEDx is a series of local events that employ video and live speakers to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group setting. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mQOOgDqUta0 |
Christmas Show
Purdue puts on the annual show for the children of its surrounding communities. It includes elaborate sets, musical arrangements and skits are presented by over 280 campus and community performers including Purdue Varsity Glee Club, Purduettes, Purdue Bells, University Choir, Heart & Soul, All Campus & Community Chorale and the PMO Kids Choir. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-pTOczki0E |
The Blue Man Group
The Blue Man Group is a visually explosive team that performed in Elliott in 2013.Their acts are wildly theatrical and often combine comedy, music, and technology to provide an extremely unique form of entertainment. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tNwTPbuei4s |
West Side Story
A revival of Tony Award winning librettist Arthur Laurents' Broadway direction, West Side Story still captivates its audience after more than 50 years. West Side Story is just one example of the many plays that have been performed at Elliott Hall. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyi1j2m4qIw |