College of Fine Arts

College of Fine Arts
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo MI 49008-5421 USA
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College of Fine Arts Events

2025-2026 Calendar

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University Bands

Date: Feb. 22
Time: 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Location: Miller Auditorium
A showcase of WMU bands, including the University Wind Symphony, University Symphonic Band, and the University Concert Band. Scott Boerma, Trey Harris, and Mary Land, Conductors.
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Ebony Vision – Student Dance Concert

Date: Friday, Feb. 27, 2026 — 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026 — 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026 — 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Sunday, March 1, 2026 — 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Location: Dalton Center
An inspired student-produced concert from student organization Ebony Vision, showcasing choreography and performance that centers creative voices and experiences of students of color.
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Spring Noon Dance Showing

Date: March 20
Time: 12 to 1 p.m.
Location: Dalton Center
Another dose of midday inspiration - short-form dance performances by WMU students that challenge your senses and wake up your day. All the energy of the studio, in a bite-sized lunchtime performance.
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WMU Theatre Presents Much Ado About Nothing

Date: Friday, March 20, 2026 — 7:30 to 10 p.m.
Saturday, March 21, 2026 — 7:30 to 10 p.m.
Sunday, March 22, 2026 — 2 to 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, March 26, 2026 — 7:30 to 10 p.m.
Friday, March 27, 2026 — 7:30 to 10 p.m.
Saturday, March 28, 2026 — 7:30 to 10 p.m.
Sunday, March 29, 2026 — 2 to 4:30 p.m.
Location: Gilmore Theatre Complex
One of Shakespeare’s most enduring and beloved comedies is being presented by WMU Theatre, March 20-29! In this play full of mistaken identities and unexpected revelations, love and loyalty are tested in the aftermath of war. 
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WMU Dance BFA Junior Jury Presentations

Date: March 22
Time: 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Location: Dalton Center
Bachelor of Fine Arts juniors in dance present their Junior Juries, a key milestone in the program showcasing their technical and artistic growth.
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WMU Theatre Presents Sweeney Todd

Date: Friday, April 10, 2026 — 7:30 to 10 p.m.
Saturday, April 11, 2026 — 7:30 to 10 p.m.
Sunday, April 12, 2026 — 2 to 4:30 p.m.
Friday, April 17, 2026 — 7:30 to 10 p.m.
Saturday, April 18, 2026 — 7:30 to 10 p.m.
Sunday, April 19, 2026 — 2 to 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, April 23, 2026 — 7:30 to 10 p.m.
Friday, April 24, 2026 — 7:30 to 10 p.m.
Saturday, April 25, 2026 — 7:30 to 10 p.m.
Location: Gilmore Theatre Complex
Attend the tale of a barber who returns from unjust exile, driven by vengeance and a hunger for justice. When he joins forces with Mrs. Lovett, a resourceful pie shop owner, the results are both horrific and strangely compelling. The show runs April 10-25 in the Gilmore Theatre Complex at WMU. 
neon blue background with dark blue text BFA Senior Graduating Presentation April 10-19.

BFA Senior Graduating Presentations

Date: Friday, April 10, 2026 — 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Saturday, April 11, 2026 — 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 11, 2026 — 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Sunday, April 12, 2026 — 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Friday, April 17, 2026 — 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Saturday, April 18, 2026 — 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 18, 2026 — 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Sunday, April 19, 2026 — 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Location: Dalton Center
A culminating celebration of the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance students, this event showcases seniors’ capstone works and solo performances, marking the transition from student to professional with artistry that is both deeply personal and performance-ready.
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Choral Showcase

Date: April 18
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location: Dalton Center
A showcase of WMU choirs, including Amphion, Anima, and University Chorale.Amanda Quist and Jacob Berglin, Conductors.
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Western Dance Project Concert

Date: Thursday, April 23, 2026 — 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Friday, April 24, 2026 — 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location: Dalton Center
The season’s final concert celebration from Western Dance Project, WMU's preprofessional student dance company, featuring repertory works by faculty and guest choreographers.