September brings Lehigh students back to campus and signals the start of the center's 2026-2027 season. The Presenting Series begins with sixth-generation owner Chris Martin IV, who shares the history and insights of his family's iconic Martin Guitar. We are thrilled to shine a spotlight on a world renowned Lehigh Valley company. Graham Nash, David Sedaris, LeAnn Rimes, the Well-Being series, and offerings from Lehigh's Music and Theatre departments round out what promises to be a memorable year. We believe the arts are an essential part of a healthy, connected community—join us!
With gratitude, Mark Wilson
Marc Falato '87 Executive Director of Zoellner Arts Center
PRESENTING SERIES
AN EVENING WITH MARTIN GUITAR | TUE SEP 1
Experience a special evening with Chris Martin IV, the 6th-generation owner of the iconic guitar manufacturer, C.F. Martin & Co., as he shares his passion and stories from his over 35 years at the helm of the company. Chris is joined by international clinician and ambassador for C.F. Martin & Co., Craig Thatcher.
WELL-BEING CONCERT: PIERS & BALLAKE | WED SEP 23
The exchange between Ballaké Sissoko and Piers Faccini began almost 20 years ago when the two artists met at the same record label: Label Bleu. Immediately, an engaging dialogue emerged between the London folk songwriter – passionate about African music – and the musician from Bamako – inheritor of the great tradition of the kora and Mandingue music.
GRAHAM NASH | THU SEP 24
Graham Nash performs a career-spanning retrospective of his six decades of contributions to contemporary music guiding the audience through a musical journey that highlights his years with The Hollies, Crosby Stills & Nash, CSNY, and his beloved solo work.
ONE VISION OF QUEEN featuring MARC MARTEL | SAT SEP 26
We Will Rock You, Another One Bites the Dust, We Are the Champions—these aren't just hits; they are the DNA of rock and roll. For decades, the sheer power and four-octave range of Freddie Mercury have been considered impossible to replicate. Then came Marc Martel.
LEHIGH UNIVERSITY MUSIC DEPARTMENT
HELL'S KITCHEN FUNK ORCHESTRA | SAT SEP 5
Join us for the CD release concert of the new Hell’s Kitchen album, Eclecticism.
PAUL SALERNI BIENNIAL ART SONG RECITAL: DASHON BURTON IN CONCERT | SUN SEP 20
Hailed by the Boston Globe as “alight with the spirit of the music,” bass-baritone Dashon Burton is known for performances that move fluidly between the worlds of Bach, spirituals, contemporary music, and the concert repertoire of the great orchestral tradition. A three-time GRAMMY Award winner, Burton has built an international career as a concert soloist, collaborative musician, and educator.
DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE
WITCH | SEP 25 - OCT 3
A dark comedy with teeth, WITCH reimagines a Jacobean tale through a sharp, contemporary lens. In a quiet village, a woman long labeled a witch is suddenly presented with an unexpected opportunity: power, freedom, and revenge, all at a cost.
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
The Lehigh University Club Expo was a fun opportunity to connect with students. We loved seeing the energy they bring to campus.
The class of 2030 officially began its academic year at Lehigh with convocation in Baker Hall. It's a real treat to see over 1600 students set foot in the arts center for the first time.
We were happy to welcome families (along with our fellow campus resource partners--special shoutout to LUPD 'paw'fficer Scout) during orientation in our lobby!
Over 1000 local families and children connected with our community engagement team at the Hispanic Center Lehigh Valley's Back-to-School event, celebrating the start of a new year in Bethlehem schools.