The Performing Arts Club is dedicated to providing performing arts opportunities for Hawkeye students, alumni, faculty/staff, and members of the Cedar Valley community. Whether it be through theatrical performances, musical performances, spoken word poetry, film/video, standup comedy, a live reading of a short story, etc. we want to give you an outlet to show off your work.
Club Meetings — Fall 2024
Our club meets Fridays at 12:00pm in Black Hawk Hall 255. Our first meeting is Friday, August 20.
New members are welcomed at any time!
During meetings, we work on performances for upcoming events, play theater/improv games, workshop original performances, discuss movies/music together, and plan/host events on campus.
Club meetings may vary depending on upcoming events happening at that time.
Leadership
Club President: Eden Gildehaus
Events
Events include: Theatrical Productions, Hawkeye Poetry Slam, Open Mics, and more!
Fall Fest
August 28, 2024 9:00am – 1:00pm
Health Education and Services Center
Fall Fest is an annual event hosted by Student Activities where students can see the variety of different clubs and organizations we have on campus! There will be free food, games, and other entertainment. Come check out the Performing Arts Club table!
Open Mic
September 5, 2024 11:00am – 12:00pm
Black Hawk Hall Mezzanine
The Open Mic is an opportunity for students to come and show off their creative talents! Come sing a song, recite a poem, tell some jokes, etc. or just mingle and watch the performances. Feel free to sign up in advance to ensure you get a spot!
Auditions for Fall Play! “Current Economic Conditions”
Directed by Ryan Courtney
September 9 and 10, 2024
3:00 – 5:00pm
Tama Hall Hawse Auditorium
The Fall Play, “Current Economic Conditions”, directed by Ryan Courtney, tells the story of Lily, a young woman who abruptly loses her job and has no option but to move back in with her parents at the age of 26. Between experiencing a string of failed job interviews and adapting to her parents' strict house rules, Lily is left feeling like a child and questions if she'll ever land back on her feet. This comedic play shines a light on the growing trend of young adults moving back in with their parents and the struggle to find one's professional calling.
Auditions are open to anyone! You will not need to prepare anything before auditioning.
If you are interested but cannot make these times work, please email Ryan Courtney.
Past Events
Hawkeye Poetry Slam!
Performing Arts Classes
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Acting I
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This course introduces the basic acting techniques with emphasis on concentration, movement, voice, and play script analysis. Students will experience the acting process by engaging in various exercises and performing monologues and scenes.
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Applied Voice
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This course offers one half-hour lesson of private instruction per week, with a minimum of 30 minutes of practice per day. The goal is the development of both fundamental and advanced vocal techniques. The presentation of the standard repertoire for the specific voice is required. This course can be repeated with different content for credit.
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Applied Piano
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This course offers one half-hour lesson of private instruction per week. Individual needs are met based upon the student's background in playing technique, musicianship, and performance. Students advance their skills through weekly lessons and regular practice. Additional outside practice/preparation is required. This course can be repeated with different content for credit.
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Applied Guitar
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This course offers one half-hour lesson of private instruction per week. Individual needs are met based upon the student's background in playing technique, musicianship, and performance. Students advance their skills through weekly lessons and regular practice. Additional outside practice/preparation is required. This course can be repeated with different content for credit.
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Applied Strings
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This course offers one half-hour lesson of private instruction per week. Individual needs are met based upon the student's background in playing technique, musicianship, and performance. Students advance their skills through weekly lessons and regular practice. Additional outside practice/preparation is required. This course can be repeated with different content for credit.
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Chorus
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This course is designed for students to perform accompanied and unaccompanied vocal ensemble music, ranging from traditional to contemporary styles. The group meets regularly and presents a wide variety of choral literature in on and off campus performances throughout the year. This course can be repeated with different content for credit.
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Oral Interpretation
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This course will explore literature through performance. Students will learn to select, analyze, interpret and perform literature of various types using vocal and physical techniques.
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