Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center Stories & News

A Bel Canto Christmas at the Gallagher Bluedorn

The Gallagher Bluedorn announces the second annual “A Bel Canto Christmas: Songs of the Season”

On Dec. 14, voices from across the Cedar Valley will come together to celebrate the holiday season for “A Bel Canto Christmas: Songs of the Season.”
Ballet dancers performing in "The Nutcracker"

Minnesota Ballet presents “The Nutcracker” live at Gallagher Bluedorn

Local youth dancers will be performing alongside the Minnesota Ballet for three performances of the famous ballet, “The Nutcracker.”
Musicians playing by candelight

Gallagher Bluedorn announces the first "Candlelight Pop-Up Concert” performance, Saturday, Oct. 12 at the Cedar Falls Woman’s Club

Gallagher Bluedorn's first Candlelight Pop-Up Concert of the season will feature local singer-songwriter Joel Sires.
Text reads "Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN" on a vibrant red background with illustration of figure in marching band uniform carrying a briefcase with cash scattering from it. Partner logos at the bottom include Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center, Cedar Falls Community Theatre, Waterloo Community Playhouse/Black Hawk Children's Theatre, and wcfsymphony

Auditions announced for THE MUSIC MAN at Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center

Performers of all experience levels welcome to audition for fall production
Text reads Gallagher Bluedorn 24-25 Season On Sale June 21 over a swirling blue and purple background with a collage of performing artists

Gallagher Bluedorn Announces 2024-2025 Season Lineup

Tickets are on sale June 21 for Gallagher Bluedorn's 24-25 season lineup, featuring an eclectic mix of world-class performances that will captivate audiences of all ages and tastes.
Block Party by Gallagher Bluedorn 2024 Summer Lineup

Free Gallagher Bluedorn Block Party series returns summer 2024

Block Party summer neighborhood concerts provide an opportunity for neighbors to gather, build community and experience great music together.
Liza Yaryshkina draws "welcome" poster

International student helps Gallagher Bluedorn guests experience a touch of Ukraine

Guests visiting the Gallagher Bluedorn to hear the Kyiv Virtuosi Symphony Orchestra on March 10 should come early for a special event in the lobby.
Ellen Shay with her husband's award alongside family, Peter H. Reynolds and actors from "Dot Dot Dot: A New Musical."

Remembering Terry Shay: A special honor for International Dot Day pioneer

Award-winning author Peter H. Reynolds presented an honor to the family of the late Terry “TJ” Shay for his work as the founder of International Dot Day.
Candlelight Concerts: Performances in a Whole New Light, Joel Sires Feb. 3 at 7:30 p.m. at Cedar Falls Woman's Club

Gallagher Bluedorn announces the second "Candlelight Concerts” performance, Saturday, Feb. 3 at the Cedar Falls Woman’s Club

The Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC) is excited to announce the second location in its Candlelight Concerts: Performances in a Whole New Light series.
Performance of "Dot Dot Dot: The Musical"

Gallagher Bluedorn, UNI Jacobson Center present Iowa premiere of “Dot Dot Dot: The Musical”

The Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center will host the Iowa premiere of “Dot Dot Dot: The Musical” as part of its Kaleidoscope series for youth.
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