We want to help students find the best fit for their artistic expression. We strive to be an invaluable collaborative partner and resource for the amazing arts in the Eau Claire area. We want to stay relevant in a constantly evolving culture and reach wide varieties of people. These goals help shape the music and theatre arts department.

The performing arts are an essential part of the UW-Eau Claire and greater Eau Claire communities. There are countless ways to simply enjoy the many performances throughout the Chippewa Valley and on campus, or get involved yourself. Students in the performing arts receive individual attention from our faculty and frequently are part of student-faculty collaborations and quality performances.

Please know that you are always welcome on "Wisconsin 's most beautiful campus" and especially in our department. We look forward to seeing you!

Music and Theatre Arts Mission Statement

The department of music and theatre arts seeks to inspire creative endeavors in the performing arts that demonstrate the values of inclusivity and cultural relevance. Individually and collaboratively we create, design, perform, teach, embody, analyze, and understand these arts through rigorous standards informed by historical practices, current thought, and technology. We aim to encourage creativity, present expressive and meaningful performances, develop contemporary and historical understanding of diverse people and cultures, promote healing interactions with the arts, and facilitate the potential for all individuals to enjoy, participate in, and benefit from music, theatre, and dance.

Events

• UWEC Theatre: Men on Boats Sat 13 Dec

  When: 7:30 p.m.
  Where: Riverside Theatre, Haas Fine Arts Center

  Jacklyn Backhaus’ hilarious & delightful adventure dramedy about ten explorers braving the wild rapids leading through western America.

• UWEC Theatre: Men on Boats Sun 14 Dec

  When: 1:30 p.m.
  Where: Riverside Theatre, Haas Fine Arts Center

  Jacklyn Backhaus’ hilarious & delightful adventure dramedy about ten explorers braving the wild rapids leading through western America.

• UW-Eau Claire Middle School Honors Choir Thu 08 Jan

  When: All day
  Where: Haas Fine Arts Center

  This festival provides 7th and 8th grade singers with a high-quality, positive experience in vocalism, musicianship, and leadership.

• UWEC Middle School Honor Band, Op.9 Fri 23 Jan

  When: All day
  Where: Haas Fine Arts Center

  The 2026 UWEC Middle School Honor Band will consist of three combined 7th and 8th Grade Concert Bands.

• UW-Eau Claire Woodwind Day Sat 14 Feb

  When: All day
  Where: Haas Fine Arts Center

  Experience masterclasses by UWEC woodwind faculty and guest artists, woodwind ensembles, and FUN!

• UW-Eau Claire Tenor-Bass Festival Thu 19 Feb

  When: All day
  Where: Haas Fine Arts Center

  This all-day festival will offer students a space to learn and perform within a tenor-bass specific ensemble with singers from across the region.

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