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Department of Music and Theatre

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Your Future Starts Here

The Department of Music and Theatre offers strong undergraduate music and theatre programs, where students study with full-time faculty professionals in a supportive environment that encourages students to become their best.

Get Involved

ISU All-State Workshop is Sunday, September 15th from 
1:00-4:30 pm on campus. 

The ISU faculty will lead workshops preparing high school instrumentalists for All-State by covering All-State Etudes, best auditioning practices, scales, and solos. This event is FREE! 

Christina Svec and Carlee Carpenter

Driven by Curiosity

“It’s been fascinating and fulfilling to work through our data collection, meet young singers, and learn more about their voices."

 

Ellie Lashier

Finding Harmony in Entrepreneurship and Music

“I want to equip students to be successful musicians, but also to love what they are doing, to have fun, and to engage with other students, with me as a teacher, and ultimately with the piano in a new way.”

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Designing Scenery, Lighting, and a Career Pathway

"Opportunities have been limited only by the amount of hours in the day."

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Become a Part of Something Bigger

Dive into our diverse selection of ensembles!

Conductors of Success

Faculty in the Department of Music and Theatre represent a distinguished combination of professional and academic excellence.

Meet your professors

Christian Carichner with student
Mei-Hsuan Huang and Jonathan Stoker
Brad Dell Music and Theatre Chair

The Show Goes On

View our upcoming shows and events.

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ISU Theatre

The 2024-2025 season is now in session!

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Learn what makes the Cyclone Marching Band tick! Ensembles, upcoming performances, and how to join, we've got answers to all of your questions!