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At the University of Iowa, we collaborate across campus and community, blending artistry and technology to offer a tremendous variety of ways to enjoy the performing arts—whether you are a creator, performer, or audience member.
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Iowa: Your Destination for the Performing Arts
The University of Iowa has long been a place where creativity and the arts are celebrated. We are proud to be part of Performing Arts at Iowa—and proud of a new video that highlights just how amazing this campus and community are. With music composed by UI School of Music student Sean Harken, the video is a celebration—and an example—of all that can be created here.
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university to award MFA degree in the U.S.
450 +
performances per year
7:1
student-to-faculty ratio
There is so much for you to discover
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Hancher’s 2026 Broadway series lineup is here
Thursday, May 1, 2025
The 2026 season features productions of “Kinky Boots,” “Clue,” “The Music Man,” “Beetlejuice,” and “RENT in Concert.”
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