Bowlus Fine Arts Center

10/30/2026

FAB5 is coming to Iola as a part of our Recital Series on Thursday, Nov. 5th @ 7 PM!! Get tickets now at tickets.bowluscenter.org today!!

10/29/2026

We had a wonderful time welcoming Wichita Children's Theatre and Dance Center to the Bowlus today!

They brought “The Three Billy Goats Gruff” to life for K–2 students from Moran, Crest, and Yates Center this morning, followed by Iola students this afternoon!

There’s something special about seeing our youngest audiences experience the magic of LIVE theatre! We love being able to share these experiences with students!

10/27/2026

Mark your calendars and come out to support our IHS Drama students!!

🎉IT’S SHOWTIME! 🎉

The countdown is officially ON! In just 17 days, the ghost with the most is taking over the stage. You won’t want to miss Iola High School’s production of Beetlejuice Jr.! 👻

🎭Gather your friends, summon your courage, and join us for a wild, weird, and wonderfully fun night of theater!

🗓️ Dates: November 12th & 13th
⏰ Showtime: 7:00 PM (Doors open at 6:30!)
📍 Location: Bowlus Fine Arts Center
🎟️ Admission: $10 General Admission at the door. FREE for all USD 257 students!

Mark your calendars, share this post, and get ready for a hauntingly good time. See you at the Bowlus! 💚🖤

10/24/2026

Shaun Johnson: The Big Band Experience takes the stage at the Bowlus tonight at 7:00 PM! 🎤🎺

Haven’t gotten your tickets yet? No worries! Get them at the door!

Grab a friend, make it a night out, and come enjoy some incredible music right here in Iola!

We’ll see you soon! 🎶

A rollicking cover of a Dave Barnes original, mIxing big band sound...

10/22/2026

How to Train Your Dragon at the Bowlus starting at 6pm. Check out some of the giveaway items!

10/22/2026

Tonight and this weekend update!!

10/20/2026

The last of our Media Sponsors is KOAMTV+, a valued partner who helps us reach audiences both on local television and through their KOAMTV+ app. Their team works with us to create and share commercials that spotlight upcoming performances and special events at the Bowlus. We appreciate their support and their commitment to helping us keep our community informed and excited about the arts.

10/20/2026

We are continuing our Media Sponsor Highlight with Murfin Media and their family of radio stations: 95.3 BOB FM, 99.9 FM Thunder Country, 105.5 The Dawg FM, and 97.7 The Dawg FM. Their support helps us share news about upcoming performances and keep our community connected to everything happening at the Bowlus. We appreciate their partnership and their commitment to uplifting the arts throughout our region.

10/20/2026

Our next Media Sponsor is also based right here in Iola! Iola Radio - 101.5 KIKS & 1370 KIOL & not only helps us share news about our upcoming shows, but they also host our weekly segment called, "The Bowlus Scoop," which airs LIVE every Thursday. Their team is wonderful to work with and they are a valued partner in bringing timely updates to our community about everything happening at the Bowlus. We are grateful for their support and their commitment to keeping the arts front and center in Iola.

10/20/2026

Our Sponsor Highlight series continues as we celebrate our Media Sponsors! The first is The Iola Register. They are more than our local newspaper. They are a dedicated Season Sponsor who helps us share the stories of our performers and keep the arts thriving in our community. Their partnership strengthens our mission and supports the artists who bring the Bowlus to life. We are truly grateful for their commitment to the arts and to Iola!