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Department of Music and Theatre

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Be an Artist in the Making

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.

Study Music and Theatre

2026/2027 Fall Music Ensemble Auditions!

Fall 2026 Music Major Auditions are here! 

Success Stories

Isabella Morales

Student Focus- Isabella Morales

Fiona Addy accepting award with 3 fellow students

Student Focus- Fiona Addy

Johnny Freund playing saxophone

Student Focus- Johnny Freund

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Become a Part of Something Bigger

Dive into our diverse selection of ensembles!

Music ensembles

Conductors of Success

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

Meet your professors

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Mei-Hsuan Huang and Jonathan Stoker
Christian Carichner with students

The Show Goes On

View our upcoming shows and events.

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ISU Theatre

The 2025-2026 season is now in session!

Check out this year's productions
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Cyclone Marching Band

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

Learn more about cyclone marching band

Upcoming Events

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