The Kulkarni Cultural Series at Penn State Harrisburg will present fall shows including "Yesterday & Today: The Interactive Beatles Experience" (top); Alla Boara (bottom left); and Ballet Nepantla (bottom right). Credit: Provided by Yesterday & Today; Alla Boara; Ballet Nepantla. All Rights Reserved.
MIDDLETOWN, Pa. — The Kulkarni Cultural Series at Penn State Harrisburg will present a lineup of fall shows that invite guests to stroll through Italy with folk ensemble Alla Boara; experience a dance journey through Mexico with Ballet Nepantla; and help shape a one-of-a-kind concert featuring their favorite Beatles tunes.
All shows will be held in the Mukund S. Kulkarni Theatre on campus. Seating is general admission. Ticket information can be found at the theater box office.
Alla Boara will perform at the Mukund S. Kulkarni Theatre at Penn State Harrisburg on Sept.19. Credit: Provided by Alla Boara. All Rights Reserved.
“A Stroll Through Italy with Alla Boara” will be held at 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19.
Guests are invited to experience Alla Boara, the acclaimed ensemble reimagining traditional Italian folk songs through jazz-inspired arrangements, rich vocals and vivid storytelling.
Blending old-world roots with a fresh contemporary sound, Alla Boara creates a concert experience that is joyful, culturally rich and deeply engaging.
The show is a partnership with the Susquehanna Folk Music Society. The concert will be followed by a meet-and-greet reception with gelato and cannoli, sponsored by Alumni Relations.
Ballet Nepantla will present Sin Fronteras at the Mukund S. Kulkarni Theatre at Penn State Harrisburg on October 1. Credit: Provided by Ballet Nepantla. All Rights Reserved.
At 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 1, New York-based contemporary dance company Ballet Nepantla will present Sin Fronteras, a visually dazzling journey through Mexico and the many spaces between cultures.
Fusing Mexican folklórico, contemporary ballet, and West African dance, this powerful program features selections from several of the ensemble’s most popular shows. Attendees will enjoy an unforgettable celebration of movement, heritage and cultural connection.
Yesterday & Today: The Interactive Beatles Experience will take place at the Mukund S. Kulkarni Theatre at Penn State Harrisburg on Oct. 15. Credit: Provided by Yesterday & Today: The Interactive Beatles Experience. All Rights Reserved.
At 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, Come together for a one-of-a-kind Beatles experience where the audience helps shape the show. Attendees submit their favorite Beatles songs and the personal stories behind them, creating a unique setlist for every performance. Guests are invited to sing along, relive the memories and enjoy a high-energy concert that brings generations together.
The Mukund S. Kulkarni Cultural Series at Penn State Harrisburg brings world-class artists to campus, offering experiences that inspire, connect and unite audiences. With an emphasis on cultural exchange and accessibility, the series celebrates the transformative power of the arts. The series is made possible thanks to more than $1 million in gifts in honor of former Penn State Harrisburg Chancellor Mukund S. Kulkarni, who retired in June 2018.