Broadway Smash ‘Tina – The Tina Turner Musical’ Coming to Emens Auditorium, Nov. 19

Topics: Arts and Culture, College of Fine Arts, Muncie

October 29, 2025

Ball State University will present the North American tour of Tina - The Tina Turner Musical at Emens Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 19.

Tickets are on sale now through Ticketmaster, at the Emens Box Office (1800 W. Riverside Ave.), or by phone at 765-285-1539.

Written by Tony Award nominee and Pulitzer Prize winner Katori Hall with Frank Ketelaar and Kees Prins, this electrifying stage musical tells the inspiring true story of Tina Turner-an artist who defied racism, sexism, and ageism to become the global "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll."

Featuring many of her biggest hits-including "What's Love Got to Do with It," "Proud Mary," "The Best," "Nutbush City Limits," and "River Deep - Mountain High"-Tina celebrates resilience, empowerment, and the enduring power of music.

Directed by Tony Award nominee Phyllida Lloyd with choreography by Anthony van Laast, the production stars Darilyn Burtley as Tina Turner and features Monty Kane, K. Bernice, India Shelbi Boone, Eva Ruwé, and Eleni Kutay. The musical is produced by Crossroads Live North America.

A worldwide phenomenon that has thrilled more than 8 million theatergoers, Tina - The Tina Turner Musical captures the life and legacy of one of the most influential artists of all-time. Turner's music, energy, and story continue to inspire strength, hope, and transformation around the world.

For a full schedule of upcoming performances and events at Emens Auditorium, visit bsu.edu/web/emens/events.