Where To Find Us
A Few Notes About What to Expect
Driving Directions
Schrott Center For The Arts, Butler Arts Center
(Butler University)
FROM THE NORTHWEST
On I-65: Take I-465 east to Exit 31 (Meridian Street).
Turn right on Meridian Street.
Continue on Meridian Street, eventually turning right on 46th Street.
46th Street leads directly to Butler University.
FROM THE NORTHEAST
From I-69: Take I-465 west to Exit 31 (Meridian Street).
Turn left on Meridian Street.
Continue on Meridian Street, eventually turning right on 46th Street.
46th Street leads directly to Butler University.
FROM THE SOUTH
On I-65 (Louisville): Take Exit 113 (Meridian Street) north.
Travel north on Meridian Street, eventually turning left on to 46th Street.
46th Street leads directly to Butler University.
FROM THE SOUTHEAST
On I-74 (Cincinnati): Take I-465 west to I-65 north.
Take Exit 113 (Meridian Street) north.
Travel north on Meridian Street, eventually turning left on to 46th Street.
46th Street leads directly to Butler University.
Frequently Asked Questions
We want everybody to feel welcome at our concerts. We firmly believe that you don’t have to be a music expert to enjoy music. But we hope the following questions and answers might enhance your concert experience.
What is a Chamber Orchestra?
A Chamber Orchestra simply is a small orchestra of up to 50 musicians – compared to larger size symphony orchestras. Some works frequently performed by symphony orchestras, e.g. Mozart’s symphonies, are suitable for a chamber orchestra, but there are also many compositions specifically written for a chamber orchestra.
How should I dress for a concert?
We want you to feel comfortable, so we don’t have a dress code. Some people might dress up a little – it becomes part of the joy of preparing for a nice evening of music. But this is completely voluntary and a personal choice. The musicians and conductor will have a more formal dress code to achieve a unified look for the orchestra.
What does a conductor do?
The conductor sets the tempo, shapes the sounds and controls the interpretation of a composition. For instance, if the conductor wants to emphasize a certain melodic phrase, s/he will communicate this to the musicians via gestures. Much of the work of a conductor happens before the performance: while studying the musical score on her or his own, and during rehearsals.
What does a concert master do?
The concert master plays the first violin and serves as the chief intermediary between the musicians and the conductor. In practical terms, the concert master initiates the tuning of the orchestra before a performance starts, assures synchronized bowings of all violinists (so that a unified look and sound are achieved), and helps the conductor communicate his or her interpretation to the musicians.
Is it OK to clap between movements?
Yes! We appreciate your enthusiasm. You might find that some people wait with applause till the last movement has finished (if a composition is divided in multiple parts) – and this is OK, too, because it acknowledges the unity of the work.
What makes a piece a symphony?
A symphony is a large-scale orchestral work that is typically divided into 4 movements. The 18th century composer Haydn is often referred to as the ‘father of the symphony’. In many cases, the first and last movements of a symphony are fast and dramatic, the 2nd movement is more lyrical and the 3rd movement dancelike. However, deviations from these traditional rules are frequent and part of the ‘creative license’ that composers claim for themselves.
What is a concerto?
A concerto highlights one or, more rarely, multiple soloists. There are concertos for almost any musical instrument, but the most frequent concertos are for the piano or the violin. The soloist will be positioned in front of the orchestra and the music will often highlight the virtuosic skills of the soloist. Most concertos are in three movements with a lyrical second movement and a fiery 3rd movement.
Parking Information
FOR PERFOMANCES AT THE SCHROTT CENTER FOR THE ARTS: All visitor and event parking is available in the parking garage facility, located in the 4700 block of Sunset Avenue, between 46th and 49th Streets. Motorists may access the 1,040-space garage from Sunset Avenue. Please adhere to directions provided by parking attendants either in uniform or wearing yellow, fluorescent vests. The parking garage is open 24 hours a day with an hourly fee structure. On “Campus Event Mode” days, event parking typically runs $5 and $10 (cash only).
NOTE: Parking in surface lots is prohibited without a Butler Parking ID. On high volume event days, parking attendants may issue parking options at event rates permitting non-Butler parking in campus surface lots.
Wheelchair Access
PERFORMANCE VENUES ARE WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE.
Mobility requests should be made to venue personnel upon entering the venue, but may also be made in advance by emailing clowesinfo@butler.edu
House Policies
LOBBY: The lobby doors of the Schrott Center for the Arts open one hour prior to curtain.
CONCESSIONS: Bar service available before, during and following concerts. Food and beverages purchased at Schrott Center are allowed in the theatre.
CELLULAR PHONES AND TEXTING DEVICES: The use of personal electronic devices is prohibited. Please silence or power down all electronic devices during performance.
CAMERAS AND VIDEO/AUDIO RECORDING DEVICES: According to artist contractual agreements, the use of these devices is prohibited in the theatre.
LATECOMERS: According to artist contractual agreements, patrons who arrive late will be seated at the first appropriate opportunity. The Schrott Center makes every attempt to begin each performance on time. Patrons are recommended to arrive no later than 15 minutes prior to performance start time.
BAGS: Schrott Center for the Arts reserves the right to inspect any bag or package brought into this facility.
All policies are subject to current health and safety guidelines. For our current procedures, please see the COVID Procedure tab.
COVID Procedures
Concerts will be presented at the Butler Arts & Events Center in Schrott Center for the Arts. The ICO is working closely with Butler Arts & Events Center to ensure safety at every performance.
Due to the realities of COVID-19, patrons will be asked to follow additional guidelines to help ensure the safety and well-being for all guests, artists, and workers.
- All patrons and staff are welcome to wear masks indoors, but masks are no longer required.
- ICO highly encourages all eligible audience members to be fully vaccinated but will not require patrons to show proof of vaccination.
- There will be contactless entry via scannable tickets and online programs being offered via scannable QR codes. Some print programs and printed tickets will be available.
- Concessions will be offered in the lobbies.
- ICO will also work directly with any affected patrons by offering free exchanges, prior to the concert as needed. Please contact the ICO office directly at (317) 940-9607 to make arrangements.
- Mobility requests should be made to venue personnel upon entering the venue, but may also be made in advance by emailing clowesinfo@butler.edu