Arts & Design Stories & News

Fashion career takes alumna from small town to big city

Fashion career takes alumna from small town to big city

Growing up in the small town of Muscatine, Iowa, with a passion for fashion, Cassie Hendrix, ’21, has always had her sights set on big city living.
THE BOOK OF MORMON

THE BOOK OF MORMON announces rush ticket policy

THE BOOK OF MORMON is pleased to announce a rush ticket policy in Cedar Falls, IA playing at Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center April 21-23, 2023.
The Book of Mormon

The Gallagher Bluedorn announces accessible performance of “THE BOOK OF MORMON”

The Gallagher Bluedorn is excited to announce the addition of audio description service and American Sign Language interpretation for an upcoming performance of “THE BOOK OF MORMON.” 
Danny Galyen conducting

UNI School of Music faculty elected to American Bandmasters Association

University of Northern Iowa School of Music faculty artist Danny Galyen has been elected to the prestigious American Bandmasters Association (ABA). 
Spring 2023 BFA Exhibition

UNI Department of Art students present BFA group exhibition

The University of Northern Iowa Gallery of Art will present the spring 2023 Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) group exhibition from April 24 through May 5.
New Cedar Valley camp provides students exciting opportunity to peek behind the curtain of theater tech

New Cedar Valley camp provides students exciting opportunity to peek behind the curtain of theater tech

The Gallagher Bluedorn and UNI Department of Theatre are offering a first-of-its-kind, week-long opportunity for middle and high school students in the Cedar Valley who have an interest in technical theater. The Science and Engineering in Technical Theater (SETT) Camp will introduce youth to technical theater through lighting, audio engineering, set construction, costuming and more - all while amplifying STEM concepts.
Caylin Jayde

Art career is taking flight for UNI graduate Caylin Jayde

From finishing her first mural to being featured in “New American Paintings” to having a viral TikTok, it’s been quite the year for UNI alum Caylin Jayde.
Steve Carignan holding award

Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center’s Steve Carignan recognized for contributions to the arts

UNI's Steve Carignan is one of several individuals being recognized for contributions to the arts in Iowa by the Iowa Arts Council.
RodCon 2023, Saturday, April 1st, 2023 from 10-4pm

Rod Library's 8th Annual RodCon

This mini-comic book convention draws people across the Cedar Valley to share their love of all things pop culture.  Mark your calendar to visit Rod Library on Saturday, April 1!  
Ahmad Madlock

Gallagher Bluedorn pre-show a full circle moment for student Ahmad Madlock

Elementary education major Ahmad Madlock will perform a special gospel set in the Gallagher Bluedorn on Feb. 28 before The Kingdom Choir's show.