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Western’s College of Fine and Performing Arts provides the most comprehensive arts programming in the region, serving all of the creative disciplines! Supported by award-winning faculty and industry professionals, students become career-ready in studio arts, art history, dance, theatre, music and design. Students also collaborate in projects across disciplines for a well rounded experience. In addition, the Arts Enterprise and Cultural Innovation (AECI) minor teaches aspiring entrepreneurs how to manage and succeed in their creative career.

We embody and contribute to the inspirational spirit of Bellingham, which persists in graduates everywhere they go. The College of Fine and Performing Arts presents over 300 events per year, open to the public! Events honor local and international performers and visual artists: students fulfilling their passions, renowned faculty, and special guests. Enjoy a perpetual supply of fresh, thought-provoking experiences! We welcome people of all kinds to engage, and enjoy.

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Events

Performing Arts Center 155 - Concert Hall
Performing Arts Center 155 - Concert Hall
Performing Arts Center 155 - Concert Hall
Performing Arts Center 282 - Mainstage
Miller Hall 138
Performing Arts Center 199 - DUG Theater

Exhibitions

January 9, 2025 - March 22, 2025
Fine Arts Building 124 - Western Gallery
Free
November 1, 2024 - June 15, 2025
Virtual Experience/Online
Free
November 1, 2024 - June 15, 2025
Virtual Experience/Online
Free