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California State University, Chico

School of the Arts

In addition to presenting Music and Theatre events, the School of the Arts is also the home to several other campus-based arts organizations.

35 mm musical exhibition
Featured Event

35MM: A Musical Exhibition

35MM: A Musical Exhibition (Theatre Production) | Larry Wismer Theatre (PAC 135) | 10/1-10/11

Music, Theatre and Dance Events -
Fall 2026


October 1- 11 | 35mm: A Musical Exhibition | Larry Wismer Theatre
TICKETED
October 17 | 7:30 PM Night Creatures, Jazz X-Press Concert | Harlen Adams Theatre
TICKETED
October 24 | 7:30 PM American Experience, Choral Concert | Harlen Adams Theatre
TICKETED
November 3 | 7:30 PM All Together Now, Concert Band/Jazz Too | Harlen Adams Theatre
FREE and open to the public
November 7 | 7:30 PM Autumnal Soundscapes, Wind Ensemble Concert | Harlen Adams Theatre
TICKETED
November 8 | 2:00 PM Winds of Change, Clarinet and Brass Choirs | Recital Hall
FREE and open to the public
November 12- 18 | The Thanksgiving Play | Larry Wismer Theatre
TICKETED 
December 5- 6 | Glorious Sounds of the Season | Harlen Adams Theatre
TICKETED
For ticketed events, please contact the University Box Office for tickets!

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    Impulse Magazine

    A yearly summary of upcoming event season that speaks to the impulse of the College of Humanities and Fine Arts to inspire, shape culture, expand minds, and foment change.

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    BFA Open Studios

    Open Studios is an event that involves our BFA students showcasing their best work from the semester to the public. Everyone is welcome to join the Art and Art History Department in viewing and talking with each artist. The studio spaces are opened up, and the community is encouraged to come explore!

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    The Turner is home to more than 4,000 prints by artists from over 40 countries. Visit one of our many changing exhibitions, attend a visiting artist talk, or go behind the scenes in the collection archive.

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    Humanities Center

    The Humanities Center creates and nurtures an interdisciplinary culture of ideas. Each year a theme is selected, and prominent scholars and artists are invited to give presentations on campus. In addition to talks by outside speakers, the Center regularly hosts informal talks, debates and panel discussions.

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    Music, Theatre and Dance Department

    The Department of Music, Theatre, and Dance aims to provide students with opportunities to excel through disciplined study, practice, and access to high-quality facilities, classes, performance ensembles, and productions.