iLuminate dance group to light up K-State's McCain Auditorium

A dark background and stage are lit up by people wearing wireless LED suits of purple, red and yellow. Three people crouch on the left appearing to play instruments like the saxophone, while one person on the right is standing and kicking while appearing to wear a tophat and hold a cane.

See iLuminate — the dance crew that "America's Got Talent" dubbed Best New Act — light up the McCain Auditorium stage on Thursday, Oct. 16. Tickets are available for purchase now. | Download this photo.

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By Office of External Engagement
Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025

Top-notch dance crew iLuminate will set the McCain Auditorium stage aglow on Thursday, Oct. 16, offering guests a multi-sensory experience filled with music, dance, illusion, technology and comedy as part of Kansas State University's McCain Performance Series.

Named Best New Act by "America's Got Talent" and founded by dancer and software engineer Miral Kotb, iLuminate's performances shine on stage with customized wireless LED suits, creating stunning visual effects synchronized with dynamic choreography. Each scene transforms "Club iLuminate" into a new, immersive space for a thrilling, color-filled experience.

The group has collaborated with artists such as the Black Eyed Peas and appeared on shows including "The Voice" and "Dancing with the Stars." iLuminate offers a family-friendly spectacle, although it is not recommended for children under five.

Purchase tickets:

  • Online: k-state.edu
  • Box office: McCain Auditorium lobby, noon to 4 p.m., Wednesday through Friday
  • Phone: 785-532-6428

Available discounts:

  • Bundle packages: Seven or more events
  • Group rates: 10 or more tickets
  • Youth discount: 50% off for ages 17 and younger
  • Military, senior and K-State faculty/staff discounts: 10% off with ID

For discount details, contact the box office. Visit the McCain Performance Series website for additional information.

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