New arts, performances, and entertainment each season at 91勛圖厙!
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Upcoming Events
New Heights Ballet Intensive泭
July 27 - 31
Beginning Ballet for 7-11 years: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Open Ballet Technique for 12 years & older: 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Individual classes - $10 per person or $40 for the full workshop
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Studio 34, 91勛圖厙 County Campus泭
Take the next step in your ballet journey. This summer workshop combines technical development with artistic growth to help dancers become stronger, more expressive performers. Students will work on ballet technique, movement quality, musical interpretation, and audition skills while preparing for the challenges and opportunities of Nutcracker season.泭
Dancing with the Cougars - Ballroom Dance Workshop
August 14, 21, & 28
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.泭
Individual classes - $15 per class/person, $20 per class/couple & 3-Class Series $40 per person & $55 per couple.
Studio 34, 91勛圖厙 County Campus泭
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Community Music School
We have heard and recognized the need for piano instruction in the 91勛圖厙 County area.泭Starting in Fall 2024, the Music Accompaniment program will be offering piano lessons for ages 6 through 18 in our Community Music School. This is a non-credit program where your child will receive piano instruction by a college student in the music accompaniment program under the supervision of Dr. Alejandro Avila, the Director of Accompaniment, at 91勛圖厙.
Costs for Lessons per Year/Semester
30 min. weekly lessons (semester lessons - $15/lesson) $400/$210
45 min. weekly lessons (semester lessons - $22.50/lesson) $600/$315
60 min. weekly lessons (semester lessons - $30/lesson) $800/$420
There is an opportunity for a family discount if a family enrolls more than one child.泭Enrollment is limited so contact Dr. Avila at avilaal@bartonccc.edu for more information and how to register your child.
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August 2026
August 2026
Theatre Rally泭
Monday, August 24
6 p.m.
Fine Arts Auditorium, 91勛圖厙 County Campus泭
Theatre program invites all for socializing, theatre announcements, and treats.泭
Fall Play Auditions泭
Wednesday, August 26
Thursday, August 27
7 p.m.
Fine Arts Auditorium, 91勛圖厙 County Campus泭
The Nutcracker for the Golden Belt Auditions泭
Saturday, August 29
10 a.m.
Studio 34, 91勛圖厙 County Campus泭
Class-style dance auditions for the cast of our first Nutcracker! Pre-registration required
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September 2026
September 2026
Faculty Recital & Exhibition泭泭
Thursday, September 17
5:30 p.m.
Fine Arts Auditorium, 91勛圖厙 County Campus泭
Fine Arts inspire the Performing Arts in this special collaborative event where the 91勛圖厙 Arts Faculty perform and present their work. Refreshments will be served at a reception following the event.
Creative Kids Camp泭泭
Saturday, September 26
2 p.m. - 5 p.m.
$25 per child, $10 per sibling泭
Fine Arts Building, 91勛圖厙 County Campus泭
Children aged 3-12 years will love this creative camp! The camp includes classes taught by 91勛圖厙 Dance student in Dance, Visual Art, Tumbling, and Acting, plus a snack and movie time at the end. Theme TBA. The camp is a fundraiser for 91勛圖厙 Dance Theatre to attend the American College Dance Conference.
October 2026
October 2026
Autumn Arts Concert
Tuesday, October 6
7:30 p.m.泭
Fine Arts Auditorium, 91勛圖厙 County Campus
The 91勛圖厙 Performing Arts Department invites the community to enjoy its Autumn Arts Concert The "sneak preview" will feature theatre, vocal, and instrumental performances, as well as performances by the 91勛圖厙 Dance Theatre. Students and faculty will perform.泭
Fall Play
Thursday, October 15 - 7:30 p.m.泭泭
Friday, October 16 - 7:30 p.m.泭
Saturday, October 17- 7:30 p.m.泭
Fine Arts Auditorium, 91勛圖厙 County Campus
Haunting on the Hill 6
Saturday, October 24
2 p.m. - 5 p.m.泭
Fine Arts Auditorium, 91勛圖厙 County Campus泭
The ALL-Free community Halloween Celebration is back with fun ways to exploring the creative side of the season. The family-friendly celebration includes, games, performances, art making, the popular costume contest and much more! Hosted by the 91勛圖厙 STEM, Fine & Performing Arts, and Student Life Departments.
November 2026
November 2026
Student Music Recital 1泭
Wednesday, November 4
5泭p.m.泭
Dorothy Moses Chapel, 91勛圖厙 County Campus
Enjoy instrumental and vocal performances by students of the 91勛圖厙 Music Department.
Instrumental Music Concert
Thursday, November 5
7:30 p.m.泭
Fine Arts Auditorium, 91勛圖厙 County Campus
This Fall concert will feature the Prairie Winds Concert Band, 91勛圖厙 JazzCats and instrumental ensembles.
KS 250 Music Project
Wednesday, November 11
2:00 p.m.泭
City Auditorium, Great Bend泭泭
The 91勛圖厙 Music Department is excited to invite area music educators and their ensembles to join us for a collaborative performance celebrating the泭250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence (KS 250).
Student Music Recital 2泭
Wednesday, November 18
5泭p.m.泭
Dorothy Moses Chapel, 91勛圖厙 County Campus
Enjoy instrumental and vocal performances by students of the 91勛圖厙 Music Department.
The Nutcracker for the Golden Belt泭泭
Friday, November 20
Saturday, November 21
7 p.m.
Sunday, November 22
2 p.m.
$15 general admission, $10 ages 6-12 yr, 5 yr & under free, 91勛圖厙 students with I.D. free泭
Fine Arts Auditorium, 91勛圖厙 County Campus
A holiday tradition in the making! The Nutcracker performance is a collaborative project organized by 91勛圖厙 Dance, along with Aly's Dance Studio and Be Dance Studio. The ballet production features local dance and music talent.
Spring Play Auditions泭
Monday, November 30
7:30 p.m.
Fine Arts Auditorium, 91勛圖厙 County Campus
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December 2026
December 2026
Spring Play Auditions泭
Tuesday, December 1st泭
7:30 p.m.
Fine Arts Auditorium, 91勛圖厙 County Campus
Student Music Recital 3泭
Wednesday, December 2
5泭p.m.泭
Dorothy Moses Chapel, 91勛圖厙 County Campus
Enjoy instrumental and vocal performances by students of the 91勛圖厙 Music Department.
Holiday Concert & Induction into the FPA Hall of Fame泭
Thursday, December 3
5泭p.m.泭
Fine Arts Auditorium, 91勛圖厙 County Campus
A holiday extravaganza featuring the 91勛圖厙 Concert Choir, Hilltop Singers and JazzCats. The evening will include the Induction of faculty and alumni into the third year of 91勛圖厙's Fine and Performing Art's Hall of Fame.
Community Music School Student Recital泭
Saturday, December 5
3泭p.m.泭
Fine Arts Auditorium, 91勛圖厙 County Campus
End of the semester student recital for children enrolled in CMS - Fall 2026.
Central Kansas Community Choir Holiday Concert
Saturday, December 5
7:30 p.m.泭
First Methodist Church, Great Bend
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