The cast and set of ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½'s production of the musical Sweeney Todd.
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Arts & Culture

Whether you're a student, community member, or visitor, we invite you to explore, create, and connect through the rich cultural experiences that make ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ a creative hub for Northern ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½. Come play, question, and dream with us.

At the University of Northern ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½, arts and culture are woven into the fabric of campus life. Through world-class performances, thought-provoking exhibitions, culturally responsive programs, and community celebrations, ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ serves as a cultural hub for Northern ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½â€”a place where creativity thrives and diverse perspectives are honored.

Performing Arts

Experience the transformative power of live performance through concerts, theatre productions, dance performances, and musical theatre that bring our community together throughout the year.

Music & Concerts

From intimate faculty recitals to grand orchestral performances, jazz ensembles to opera theatre, ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ presents exceptional musical experiences. Enjoy free concerts, the beloved Concerts Under the Stars summer series, and the renowned ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½/Greeley Jazz Festival.

Trumpet and low brass students playing together at ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Brass Day.

Theatre & Dance

Witness compelling storytelling through mainstage theatre productions, contemporary dance concerts, and beloved musicals. The acclaimed Little Theatre of the Rockies summer stock season has entertained audiences since 1934.

Groove: 2024 Dance Concert

A student dancing leaping into the air above a chair.

Performance Venues

State-of-the-art spaces including Campus Commons Performance Hall with world-class acoustics, Norton and Langworthy Theatres for dramatic productions, and the historic outdoor Garden Theatre hosting summer performances.

View of Campus Commons Performance Hall from the stage.

Visual Arts & Exhibitions

Explore diverse artistic perspectives through rotating exhibitions, student showcases, and contemporary art that challenges, inspires, and sparks conversation.

Three dynamic exhibition spaces featuring work by regional and nationally recognized artists, student exhibitions, and socially relevant contemporary art. Campus Commons Gallery, Mariani Gallery, and Oak Room Gallery host rotating exhibitions throughout the year.

Guests observing an art installation at ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½â€™s Mariani Gallery.

Cultural Diversity & Heritage

ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ celebrates the rich tapestry of cultures, identities, and traditions that make up our community through programming, resources, and events that honor diverse perspectives and lived experiences.

Community Traditions

Some of our most beloved cultural traditions have been bringing people together for generations, creating lasting memories and strengthening the bonds between ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ and Northern ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½.