Free Puppetry Workshop

If you’ve ever had an interest in puppets, here’s your chance to learn a little bit more. A free workshop will be taught by Grand Valley State University professors Jason Yancey and Jim Bell to help students learn from a puppetry professional about what it takes to create puppets and present a play. Puppetry professional, Kevin Kammeraad of the Cooperfly Puppet Troupe will be available during rehearsals and to discuss careers in puppetry.

The workshops will be held from Feb. 13 to Feb. 19 and attendees must commit to attend all sessions. No previous theater experience is necessary, but space is limited. The workshop will conclude with a performance at 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 20.

Sign up at the Louis Armstrong Theatre box office in person or call (616) 331-2300

The workshop and the performance are both free and open to the public.

Sweetheart Swing

Grand Valley State University Swing Dance club will be hosting a night of fun, food and dancing with they’re Sweetheart Swing dance at 9 p.m. on Feb. 11 in the Pere Marquette Room of the Kirkhof Center.

Bring your significant other, bring a friend or come by yourself. Be prepared to have some fun and dance all night.

The event is free and open to the public. For more information, email [email protected].

‘Godspell’

With shows at 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 12 and 13 and a show at 2 p.m. on Feb. 14, the Grand Valley State University production of the musical “Godspell” finishes up this weekend.

The musical is based on the Gospel According to St. Matthew. The show is a love fest dedicated to light, joy and love. The music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz are eclectic, bringing in rock, folk, gospel and Broadway styles. The updated “Godspell 2012” is a family-friendly show and a retelling of the original version of “Godspell.” The 2012 version brings in new arrangements and contemporary references.

Tickets can be purchased by calling the Louis Armstrong Theatre box office at (616) 331-2300. Tickets may also be purchased through Startickets online or by calling (800) 585-3737. The tickets will cost an addition $1 if purchased at the door.

New Music Ensemble – Music in their Words

The Grand Valley State University New Music Ensemble will perform their “Music in their Words” project in the Grand Haven Public Library music series at 2 p.m. on Feb. 14 at the Loutit District Library. The series includes works by Anna Clyne, Marc Mellits and more.

The nationally recognized New Music Ensemble at GVSU is dedicated to bringing audiences the most significant modern music. Founded in 2006 by its director Bill Ryan, the ensemble performs a large variety of music.

The event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit www.gvsu.edu/music.