Department of Performing Arts

Welcome

Mark your calendars for our next main stage production of Pinnochio. Public performances will be on Saturday, April 10th and Sunday, April 11th at 2:30 p.m.in the Savannah Center Auditorium on the Indiana University Northwest campus. For information or reservations please call our office at 219-980-6810.

The classic story of  Pinnochio begins when, Gepetto, a wood-carver, creates a wooden puppet, Pinocchio, who unexpectedly assumes a life of his own. Pinocchio longs to be a real boy; but the Blue Fairy tells him he must earn his right. His adventures are numerous and exciting! Pinocchio is led through many zany predicaments before he is able to achieve his goal of becoming a real boy. Pinocchio narrowly escapes from an evil puppeteer; he is swallowed by a whale; and, of course, every time he tells a lie his nose grows! This event is great for the entire family!

Thank you for visiting the only public theatre degree program in Northwest Indiana. We pride ourselves in the quality of education we can provide for our students. Our program emphasizes the importance of all areas of professional theatre by using current information in our classes, individualized training, and in trying to create a professional working environment on stage. Our award winning faculty brings a combined 40 years of professional and academic experience to their classes. IU Northwest is only forty minutes from Chicago and our affiliation with many theatres in the area has made for an easy transition between the academic and the professional world for many of our students.

Performing arts provides academic curricula in music, theatre, and dance for students who seek to develop careers in these areas. Extensive performance programs provide practical experiences that complement classroom study. 

So, come on in and have a look around. 

ADA Accessibility

Please contact Lori Montalbano at 219-980-6796 to discuss any special needs or accommodation that you or any member of your group may require to enjoy our scheduled events.

IU Northwest Dance Company & Indiana Ballet Theatre present:

Kalidescope
February 12-13th @ 8pm
Towle Community Theatre
5205 Hohman Avenue
Hammond, IN 46320-1719
(219) 937-8780

Standing Room Only
April 23-24 @8pm and April 25th @ 2:30pm
Towle Community Theatre
5205 Hohman Avenue
Hammond, IN 46320-1719
(219) 937-8780