The Gallagher-Bluedorn believes that life influences art and art influences life.  We believe the performing arts enriches the human condition.  We believe learning and performing arts are dependent of one another.  And we believe Iowa children who are engaged in or experience the arts have a greater competitive advantage.

I’ve had the privilege of working with great artists and teachers throughout the nation.   I quote Kennedy Center Teaching Artist Randy Barron,

“We need to be able to share our solutions, be able to brainstorm, be able to collaborate, to be creative, to be innovative, to be intuitive, to be empathetic. All of those skills are absolutely crucial for the 21^st century. And all of those are embodied in how the arts think, and how artists create what they create and how they share what they create.”

Come, be inspired,

Amy Hunzelman
GBPAC Director of Education

A great way for your student to experience the excitement of live performances at the GBPAC! Once again, the continued generous support of Allen Hospital and the Friends of the Gallagher-Bluedorn, allow us to offer all Kaleidoscope shows for "A Buck a Kid!" Go to the Kaleidoscope page to learn more about the Series.

Professional Development for Teachers 

Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center at the University of Northern Iowa and the Waterloo Community School District offers hands-on seminars and workshops designed to develop the skills of artists and classroom teachers arts integration strategies. For more information, go to the Professional Development page.

Kaleidoscope Connections 

Engage your students both before and after the Kaleidoscope performance by having a UNI Education major visit your classroom to implement activities and discussions related to the performance. You can learn more on the Kaleidoscope Connections page.

Master classes and Residencies 

The Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center's master classes and artist residencies offer students the opportunity to interact with high caliber professional artists. Go to the Master classes and Residencies page for more information!

Satellite Communities

Since 2004, the Gallagher-Bluedorn has extended activities and programs to surrounding communities in Iowa. This project enriches rural towns with arts and cultural experiences. For more information, go to the Satellite Communities page.

Learning Mathematics and Science Through the Arts

The Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center was granted funds to support the State of Iowa’s Mathematics & Science Education Partnership, in its efforts with preparing more high-quality mathematics and science teachers for Iowa’s schools. The project focused primarily on offering a series of inter-active professional development workshops for teachers, in addition to UNI education students. Visit the Learning Mathematics and Science Through the Arts page for more information.

Tours

Groups, businesses and individuals are invited to tour the facility. There is no charge. Please call This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , Director of Marketing, at (319) 273-3676 to make your appointment.