Bowlus Fine Arts Center

10/12/2026

Coming to the Bowlus Main Stage Saturday, Oct. 24th @ 7 PM! Get your tickets for Shaun Johnson Big Band Experience at tickets.bowluscenter.org today!

10/11/2026

It’s time for orchestra!!

See you all tomorrow night!!

10/11/2026

Come out and watch October Sky tonight on the square!! It is a beautiful night for it!!!

10/10/2026

We had a fantastic week with Heather Massie & Heather Massie in "HEDY The Life & Inventions of Hedy Lamarr"! We visited Allen Community College & talked with students & viewed a Hedy Lemarr film with the Allen Theatre & Film Department, held educational shows for local high schools, & had a great community performance last night as a part of the Sleeper Family Trust Speaker Series! Thank you for spending time with us in Iola!

10/09/2026

Who’s ready for the show tonight!?! Get tickets online at tickets.bowluscenter.org or at the Box Office starting at 6!! See you soon!

10/09/2026

Make plans to join us in Iola for live theatre and a movie under the stars!

🎭 Friday, October 9 | 7 PM
Experience Sleeper Family Trust Speaker Series Event, "HEDY! The Life & Inventions of Hedy Lamarr," on the Bowlus Main Stage.
🎟️ Tickets: tickets.bowluscenter.org or at the door prior to the show

🎬 Saturday, October 10 | At dusk
Spend your evening enjoying "October Sky" at Movies on the Square with your families. Bring your blanket and chairs and help us close out this years season.

We look forward to seeing you this weekend! 💙

10/07/2026

Our first “What’s Up Wednesday” video & we have a guest!!

10/07/2026

Discover the remarkable true story of one of Hollywood's most fascinating and overlooked pioneers in HEDY! The Life & Inventions of Hedy Lamarr. This captivating theatrical production brings to life the extraordinary journey of actress, inventor, and trailblazer Hedy Lamarr, whose brilliance extended far beyond the silver screen.

Celebrated as one of the most glamorous stars of Hollywood's Golden Age, Lamarr secretly co-invented a groundbreaking communications technology during World War II that would later become the foundation for modern innovations such as
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS. Through humor, heart, and powerful storytelling, HEDY! The Life & Inventions of Hedy Lamarr, reveals the woman behind the icon: an artist, inventor, and visionary whose contributions changed the world.

Blending history, science, and entertainment, this inspiring performance explores themes of creativity, perseverance, and the importance of recognizing groundbreaking achievements wherever they are found. Audiences will leave with a newfound appreciation for a woman whose intellect proved every bit as legendary as her beauty.

Perfect for theater lovers, history enthusiasts, STEM advocates, and lifelong learners, HEDY! is an unforgettable celebration of innovation, determination, and the power of thinking differently.

Get tickets at tickets.bowluscenter.org or call the box office at 620.365.4765 today!

10/05/2026

A message from Heather Massie about her upcoming show, HEDY! The Life and Inventions of Hedy Lamarr on Friday, Oct. 9th!

10/04/2026

What a wonderful way to open our 2026–27 Recital Series! 🎶

Thank you to everyone who joined us for an incredible evening with hiroya_tsukamoto. His artistry, storytelling, and extraordinary talent made for a truly special night in the Creitz Recital Hall.

We are so grateful to everyone who continues to show up, support live performance, and share these experiences with us! 💙

Thank you, Hiroya, for an unforgettable evening!