The next round of campus events is here. This week features a variety of Butler performances, as well as a poet laureate and a s’mores night. Off-campus, a free museum visit and a White Rabbit Cabaret comedy show await.
Campus events
1. Visiting Writers Series: Arthur Sze
When: Oct. 7 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Schrott Center for the Arts
Why attend: Arthur Sze, a poet, translator and editor, is a visiting writer one does not want to miss. In 2025, Sze was named the 25th poet laureate of the United States, as well as a National Book Award winner. A poet laureate is an extremely rare and difficult accomplishment, with only one per year being selected to represent the nation as a whole. Aside from Sze’s notability, he is the author of 12 books of poetry, including “Into the Hush” and “Sight Lines”. This event is free, open to the public and fulfills a Butler Cultural Requirement (BCR).
2. Butler Theatre: The House of Bernarda Alba
When: Oct. 7 – 10 at 7:30 p.m. and Oct. 11 at 2 p.m.
Where: Lilly Hall Studio Theatre
Why attend: Written by Spanish playwright and director Federico García Lorca, “The House of Bernarda Alba” follows the namesake of the play, Bernarda, as she imposes an oppressive mourning period on her five daughters, causing tensions galore as the women compete for the one eligible bachelor left in town. Tickets are available for purchase online for $12.45 with a Butler student ID. This event fulfills a BCR credit.
3. Music at Butler: Butler University Choirs
When: Oct. 10 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Schrott Center for the Arts
Why attend: Witness the inter-choral magic of a show with all of Butler’s choir groups. With performances from Butler University Chorale, Spectra, and Chamber singers, audience members can expect to be delighted with the concert’s program theme, “I am, We are”. The concert will be available to livestream online, and in-person attendance is free with no ticket requirement. This event fulfills a BCR credit.
4. Diversity Program Council: Cultural Game Night
When: Oct. 12 at 6 p.m.
Where: Reilly Room
Why attend: Interested in a night of cultural games, food and fun? The Diversity Program Council is bringing together different organizations of the Diversity Center for just that. This event is free and fulfills a BCR credit.
5. Tuesday Spotlight Series: S’mores and Crafts
When: Oct. 13 at 7 p.m.
Where: Fairview House fire pits
Why attend: As a fall chill settles in and midterm season begins to creep up on weary Dawgs, many students are craving a moment of relaxation. The University Program Council is bringing relaxation to the Fairview fire pits for a night of s’mores, crafts and socialization. RSVP using the link on Engage.
Indianapolis events
1. LeMaire Lee
When: Oct. 8 at 8 p.m.
Where: White Rabbit Cabaret
Why attend: Stand-up comedian LeMaire Lee hails from Detroit, and credits his family for teaching him how to take everything lightly. He currently hosts the podcast “PITM (Panties in the Mouth)” and is a recurring guest star on “Matt and Shane’s Secret Podcast”. Tickets for this event can be purchased online and run at $22.22 for general admission and $38.50 for front-section seating.
When: Oct. 10 at 4 p.m.
Where: 6259 N. College Ave.
Why attend: Experience the magic of German tradition with Oktoberfest. This event will feature local food, the biergarten and live music. General admission tickets are $33.56 and are available for purchase online.
3. Indigenous Peoples’ Day Celebration
When: Oct. 12 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Eiteljorg Museum
Why attend: Enjoy free admission to the museum while celebrating Indigenous culture and heritage. This event will feature panel discussions, live artist demos, a native plants garden talk and more. Register online to see the Eiteljorg Museum for free.