Performing Arts at Bluffton University
The performing arts are a rich and celebrated tradition at Bluffton University. Through choral music and theatre,
students build friendships, develop confidence and creativity, and find meaningful
ways to engage with the campus community.
Research consistently shows that students who participate in music and the arts experience
stronger academic success, reduced stress and deeper campus involvement. At Bluffton,
you don’t need to be a major to take part — performance opportunities are open to
all students, regardless of field of study.
Some groups require auditions, while others offer open participation. Even auditioned
groups provide a friendly, supportive and low-pressure environment.
Choral Music
Love to sing? Bluffton offers opportunities for students to take part in a rich history
of music tradition.
Bluffton University Choir
The Bluffton University choir is a student-focused ensemble open to the community, faculty, and staff that offers multiple opportunities throughout the year.
Choral Society
Choral Society is a large university and community chorus that performs choral-orchestral
works. Each fall, the ensemble performs Handel’s "Messiah" with an orchestra and professional
soloists—a signature Bluffton holiday tradition.
Theatre at Bluffton University
Interested in acting, stage crew or live production?
Bluffton’s theatre program stages two productions each year—one in the fall semester
and one in the spring. Students participate as performers, designers and crew members.
There are also opportunities for paid positions in design and stage management.
Why participate in the performing arts?
Students involved in music and theatre at Bluffton:
- Form lasting friendships
- Perform for live audiences
- Relieve stress through creative expression
- Gain confidence and leadership skills
- Become part of a supportive campus community
Frequently Asked Questions
All students, regardless of major, are welcome and encouraged to participate in performing
arts opportunities, including vocal ensembles, theatre productions and other campus
performances.
Bluffton University does not offer degrees in music.
Bluffton University does have a theatre minor. The theatre minor enables a student
to explore an interest in dramatic arts while majoring in another academic discipline.
Explore required courses
Theatre minor
Explore required courses
Theatre minor
Currently, Bluffton offers vocal ensemble opportunities but not instrumental ensembles.
Information about auditions and first rehearsals is shared at the start of each semester
for choral groups and closer to the performance dates for theatre opportunities.
Facilities
Yoder Recital Hall is the premier music performance facility, featuring impressive acoustics, advanced
technology and staging capabilities. The hall seats up to 300 guests.
Mosiman Hall contains three classrooms, a rehearsal/lecture hall, and is home to the communication
and media, music and theatre faculty.
Ramseyer Auditorium is the primary theatre and intimate performance venue, and serves as the home for
campus theatre productions. The performance space includes modern theatrical lighting and sound systems creating a dynamic environment for both performers and
audience members.
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