ISU News: Performing Arts

Idaho State Student Art Featured at Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve

October 15, 2026

After making their debut at the Idaho Museum of Natural History earlier this year, a handful of works of art created by Idaho State University students are now on display at a national monument. 

More Than 400 Student Singers to Take the Stage for 41st Annual ISU Choral Invitational Festival

October 8, 2026

More than 400 high school singers from across southeastern Idaho will join Idaho State University choirs and nationally recognized guest conductor David Fryling for the 41st annual ISU Choral Invitational Festival, culminating in a public concert Saturday, October 17, at 7 p.m. in Jensen Grand Concert Hall at the Stephens Performing Arts Center.

ISU to Host 2026 Mountain West Marching Invitational at ICCU Dome

September 21, 2026

More than two dozen high school marching bands from across Idaho, Utah and Nevada will gather at Idaho State University on Sat., Oct. 17, for the 2026 Mountain West Marching Invitational, a full day of competition and musical performance at the ICCU Dome.

Idaho State University School of the Arts Announces Inaugural 2026-27 Featured Events Season

August 31, 2026

Idaho State University Hosts Congressman Simpson to Highlight Key Research Priorities

August 20, 2026

Global Harmony Infuses the Bengal Nation July 15-18

July 9, 2026

Idaho State University will serve as the heartbeat of a global musical celebration as the Idaho International Choral Festival (IICF) returns to Pocatello. This triennial event, founded in 1999, is set to bring diverse choral groups from three continents to share their talents, foster international friendship, and fill the ISU campus with world-class music.

Summer Institute for Piano and Strings Faculty and Student Concerts June 23-26

June 18, 2026

ISU Alumni Chamber Choir to Present Spring Concert

May 28, 2026

Live Orchestra, Community Cast Bring “Dear Evan Hansen” to ISU Stage

May 20, 2026

Idaho State University’s Farm Bureau Summer Community Theatre will present the Tony Award-winning musical Dear Evan Hansen June 12, 13, 15, and 18-20 at 7:30 p.m. in the Bistline Theatre at the Stephens Performing Arts Center.

15 High Schools Across Idaho Showcase Theatre Talent at ISU’s Two-Day One-Act Competition

May 7, 2026