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Marionaires and University Chorus present an evening of vocal performance

Five Nights on Campus performing arts series welcomes the combined talents of The Marionaires and Ohio State Marion’s University Chorus to Morrill Hall Auditorium on the campus of The Ohio State University at Marion, Thursday, April 9, 2026. 

The Marionaires will allow audience members to step back in time with the rich harmonies of a seasoned barbershop chorus as they bring their timeless sound to campus. Enjoy a heartfelt performance that blends nostalgia, tradition, and the joy of singing together. Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering barbershop for the first time, this event promises a memorable highlight.

singing group posed on stage with arms outreached dressed in all black

University Chorus at The Ohio State University at Marion is a student vocal ensemble that brings together singers from a wide range of academic backgrounds to foster musical growth, collaboration, and community connection through choral performance. Based on the Marion campus and performing primarily in Morrill Hall Auditorium, the chorus is known for its inclusive, student-centered approach and its strong emphasis on public engagement through family-friendly concerts that are open to the community. Under the direction of Sabina Anderson, the ensemble focuses on creating joyful and accessible musical experiences.  University Chorus will highlight their portion of the performance with selections from the Broadway musical Les Misérables.

Through its emphasis on outreach, accessibility, and student creativity, the University Chorus plays an important role in Ohio State Marion’s cultural life, strengthening ties between the campus and the Marion community while providing students with meaningful performance opportunities. 

Ticket prices for The Marionaires & University Chorus are $10 general admission, $9 for seniors 60 and up, and $4 for all students (K-12) and college students. Ohio State Marion & Marion Technical College faculty/staff are eligible to purchase $8 discount tickets. Season ticket packages and patron memberships offer discounted rates and exclusive benefits. Tickets are available at the door or by contacting Jodi Somerlot at (740) 725-6156 or somerlot.30@osu.edu.

Special thanks to sponsors including Marion Technical College, Stifel, UniPrint, Wm. Kay Davis Foundation, and iHeart Media, and our event partners The Ohio State University Alumni Club of Marion County and Buckeye Backers.

All Five Night’s performances are in Morrill Hall Auditorium at Ohio State Marion.  Doors to the auditorium open at 7 p.m., with seating on a first-come, first-served basis.  For more information or to register for tickets visit https://go.osu.edu/fivenights.