Special and Community Events

Lindenwood University and the J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts are dedicated to not only enriching our campus population, but also our community members in St. Charles and St. Louis counties.

In addition to our touring and academic events, the Scheidegger Center presents special events throughout the year and community groups use our facilities to offer exciting entertainment.

Upcoming Events

St. Louis Symphony Orchestra:
Symphonic Dreamscapes: Hisaishi and Beyond

October 10 at 7:30 p.m.
The Lindenwood Theater

Joe Hisaishi’s luminous, imaginative music and decades-long collaboration with Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli has produced some of the most beloved scores in cinema. The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra performs selections from the composer behind such acclaimed films as Spirited Away, Princess Mononoke, and Howl’s Moving Castle, paired with classical works that share the same sense of magic and wonder. Led by Assistant Conductor Samuel Hollister, this vibrant program reveals surprising connections between cinematic and symphonic storytelling. Join us for an enchanting evening that celebrates the timeless power of orchestral music to transport us to extraordinary places.

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Notes: This concert is presented without film.
Tickets for this event are available through the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra Box Office.

The Mater Media Speaker Series

September 10 at 7:30 p.m. – John O’Leary
October 15 at 7:30 p.m. – Bill O’Reilly
November 5 at 7:30 p.m. – Dr. Ira DeWitt
December 6 at 3:00 p.m. – Eric Genius
March 3 at 7:30 p.m. – Leo Severino
March 31 at 7:30 p.m. – Cardinal Timothy Dolan
The Lindenwood Theater

The Mater Media Speaker Series: Compelling Catholic Conversations brings six nationally recognized voices to the Scheidegger Center stage, sharing stories of faith, inspiration, and community.

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Presented by Mater Media. Lindenwood University is the venue.

Yeonmi Park

October 20 at 7 p.m
The Lindenwood Theater

Join Lindenwood University’s Hammond Institute for Free Enterprise and Young America’s Foundation for an inspiring conversation. In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, hear Yeonmi Park – author, speaker, and human rights activist – share how she defected from North Korea at the age of 13, was sold to Chinese human traffickers, and finally found freedom in the United States. Discover her passion for fighting for oppressed people everywhere and for the ideals of economic and social freedom that are the foundation of the United States. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations and expand your horizons. Reserve your spot today!

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The event will start promptly at 7 p.m. (CT) and will begin with a presentation by Ms. Park, followed by a Q&A session. It is part of the H.F. Langenberg Memorial Speaker Series. Audience members will be able to submit questions prior to the event. Open discussion and audience participation are hallmarks of the Langenberg Speaker Series, so the Q&A session will make up a significant part of the program, which will end at 8:30 p.m. (CT).

The Nutcracker

Performed by New Town Dance Academy

December 11 at 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
December 12 at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m.
The Lindenwood Theater

New Town Dance Academy presents The Nutcracker. A magical holiday ballet for all ages to enjoy!

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St. Louis Symphony Orchestra:
Mercy Holiday Celebration

December 17 at 7:30 p.m.
The Lindenwood Theater

The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra’s annual toast to the holidays returns to Lindenwood University. Bring your family and friends for a festive concert blending the timeless and traditional with contemporary classics and fresh takes on tunes from the seasonal songbook. Your SLSO and the St. Louis Symphony Chorus bring all the magic of the holidays, from cozy fireside ballads to poignant carols and the sound of sleigh bells—and perhaps even a visit from Santa Claus!

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