The Department of Art, Music, and Theatre fosters study in the practical application of various arts disciplines, as well as study in the historical, cultural, and philosophical underpinnings of each discipline.

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Visual Arts

Visual Arts majors study the arts in a context that emphasizes the acquisition of skills in various studio disciplines as well as the understanding of historical and philosophical concepts in art.
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Music

The UIS Music program welcomes students from all majors and colleges within the University to take classes in ethnomusicology, music history, music theory, music technology and music performance.
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Theatre

The UIS Theatre program offers UIS students the opportunity to further develop their talents as theatre artists by working with great dramatic literature in the classroom and on the stage.

Events

Man in plaid shirt playing keyboard in dim light, looking focused.
Get Free Music Series
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Join the UIS Music program for the second Get Free Music Series event of the year. This show will feature Gerard Cox on keyboard. He will…
Musicians playing instruments in an orchestra setting.
UIS Band Concert
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As the semester comes to a close, our talented student musicians are ready to take the stage and share the music they’ve been crafting all…
Saxophone player and pianist
UIS Flute Choir and Jazz Cafe
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Join us for an unforgettable night of music as two standout UIS Community Music School Ensembles take the stage: The UIS Flute Choir under…
Cellist playing on stage, focused.
UIS Solo Recital
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Celebrate the close of the semester with an inspiring afternoon of solo performances showcasing the talent, hard work, and musical growth…
Circle Mirror Transformation
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CIRCLE MIRROR TRANSFORMATION by Annie Baker Directed by Eric Thibodeaux-ThompsonScenic Design and Technical Direction by Dathan Powell…
Circle Mirror Transformation
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CIRCLE MIRROR TRANSFORMATION by Annie Baker Directed by Eric Thibodeaux-ThompsonScenic Design and Technical Direction by Dathan Powell…