Good afternoon! Welcome to the first issue of our new monthly newsletter highlighting Northwestern arts and events.

In this issue, you’ll read about a pioneering printmaker, making magic in the theater and a special Halloween celebration at the new Ryan Field site, plus a lot more.

As always, we’d love to hear from you. Reach out if you have feedback or a news tip for the next issue.

‘Pouring, Spilling, Bleeding’

The Block’s new exhibition highlights the pioneering print practice of American painter Helen Frankenthaler, known for her signature “soak-stain” technique. Read more.

Making theater magic

Follow the cast and crew of Man of La Mancha as they create an unforgettable experience. Explore the Northwestern Magazine cover story.

Segovia Classical Guitar Series

Top guitarists, spellbinding technique and an array of global sounds highlight the Segovia Classical Guitar Series. This year’s series begins Oct. 25 with lutenist Paul O’Dette and tenor Aaron Sheehan. New subscriptions and single tickets are available now.

Children’s book ‘Doctor De Soto’ comes to life on stage

Award-winning playwright Idris Goodwin brings William Steig’s tale of wit, wisdom and whimsy to the Northwestern stage with live-action, puppetry, music and rhyme. Get tickets for the family now.

Evanston photographer evokes a ‘sense of common humanity’

Striking black and white photos by local artist Ann Kogen taken in cities ranging from Chicago to Cairo in the early 1980s are on view during fall quarter at Dittmar Gallery. Learn more.

Plan ahead for Truck or Treat

Join Northwestern and the Central Street Consortium on Oct. 30 for a family-friendly Halloween celebration with the workers and heavy equipment bringing the new Ryan Field to life. Learn more.

Arts Circle: Take in some horror this month when The Leopard Man (1943) plays at Block Cinema on Oct. 16. There’s still time to apply to be a vendor for this fall’s Arts & Crafts Fair at Norris. And the Northwestern Jazz Orchestra pays tribute to Count Basie on Oct. 23.

All of this and much more can be found on the Arts Circle events calendar where you can explore performances, conversations and exhibitions across Northwestern.

A few final notes

The New York Times recently profiled Northwestern’s Brendan Fernandes as one of four South Asian artists exploring their migration stories through race, ethnicity and origin.

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