IU Northwest School of the Arts

IU Northwest to hold Auditions for its 2026 Fall Production, a Musical Theater r***e show.

This summer, IU Northwest School of the Arts will collaborate with Gary’s Morning Bishop Theater Playhouse to produce an exciting musical theater review honoring the 250th anniversary of the United States. “Celebration of the American Musical” is a large‑scale theatrical celebration that showcases the evolution, innovation, and cultural influence of American musical theatre. Through a blend of performance, historical narration, and multimedia design, the production highlights the musicals that shaped American artistic identity, with a particular focus on works with cultural, social, and historical significance.

Directed by Morning Bishop Theater’s executive director, McKenya Dilworth Smith, the production designed for audiences of all ages and backgrounds, offering an inspiring journey through the unique stories America has told on its stages. The performance will include highlights from American musicals from the likes of Rodgers and Hammerstein (Oklahoma), Leonard Bernstein (West Side Story), Kander and Ebb (Cabaret).

Audition information:
The production team is currently scouting for talent, seeking an ensemble cast of singers, actors and dancers. Auditions are scheduled to take place 5-7pm on June 23rd and 25th. Interested participants should prepare an excerpt from a piece of their choosing, 16 bars or less than 1 minute in length. Registration for auditions close on June 22nd and is available here:

https://events.iu.edu/iunarts/event/2304667-auditions-celebration-of-the-american-musical

Production Details:
Rehearsals will take place according to the final casts’ availabilities but are tentatively planned for early evenings Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from early July through August. Performances are tentatively scheduled August 27th and 28th (times tbd).

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Save the Date!!!
June 24th at 7pm our cohort of singers and actors will be finalizing their workshop with a FINAL performance! Expect fun, laughter and singing!

Join us for some refreshments and entertainment on June 24th at 7pm in our Black Box Theater in the Arts + Science building here on campus!

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The SOA’s very own Dr. Erin McHugh is on campus in Bloomington presenting a class at Mini U! Representing our region and Northwest campus!

Sign up for this rockin online course!
Offered in Summer 2 Session, completely online!! Registered students earn some summer credits exploring the History of Rock & Roll!

Fall Course | 2026
Introduction to Music Therapy
[MUS-L 153]

Course Description
Introduction to the influences of music on behavior, the healing properties of music, the use of music therapy with a variety of populations and the development of the music therapy profession. Includes an introduction to the clinical process and music therapy procedures as well as participation in experiential activities. Approved general education course in artistic expression

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Summertime is a great time to enjoy outdoor art installations! I have admired the works of Neil Goodman since my years as his student, and I continue to enjoy the forms and space’s they create today.

These are located on campus in the corridor area between Savannah Center and Hawthorne Hall.

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We are excited about launching this NEW course to the fall line up of classes at SOA!

FINA-S 285,THTR-T 285 | 3 credits
PERFORMANCE ART
Monday, Wednesday 1:30 PM–2:45 PM
Course Description
This studio course introduces performance art as a body-centered, time-based artistic practice. Students develop original works through experimentation, rehearsal, critique, and study of historical and contemporary performance.

Available for registration for Fall 2026 semester

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Do you recognize this sculpture? Know its location? Hint, it’s on our campus.

If you know where to find ‘Genesis’ drop it in the comments

Artist: Robert Ortlieb

Sign up for your summer classes with the School of the Arts! Summer 1 and Summer 2 sessions are filling up, get your spots and earn credits over the summer months! Online classes available!

Go to one.iu.edu and regsiter today

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The new S*NG workshop hosted with Chicago Fringe Opera begins tonight from 4pm-7pm!

Excited to feel the energy here at IU Northwest!

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