Visual & Performing Arts

Interested in learning more about Barton Performing Arts programs? Click on the links below to find program information, curriculum guides, and more!

Arts Program   |   Dance Program   |   Music Program   |   Theatre Program

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Upcoming Events

Student Recital 2
Wednesday, November 20
4:30 p.m.
Dorothy Moses Morrison Chapel, Barton County Campus 
Enjoy instrumental and vocal performances by students of the Barton Music Department. There is no cost to attend

The Nutcracker for the Golden Belt
Thursday, November 21
7 p.m.
Saturday, November 23
7 p.m.
Sunday, November 24
2 p.m.
$15 - General Admission
$10 - ages 6-12 years
5 years & under FREE 
Purchase Nutcracker Tickets (Barton students with ID FREE Admission in Student Section seating)
Fine Arts Auditorium, Barton County Campus
A holiday tradition in the making! The Nutcracker performance is a collaborative project organized by Barton Dance, along with Aly's Dance Studio and Be Dance Studio. The ballet production features local talent and is funded through a grant from the Kansas Creative Arts and Industries.

Sugar Plum Fairy Tea
Saturday, November 23
1 p.m.
Student Union, Barton County Campus
$20 per child, $10 each additional sibling (up to 2 children at discounted price)
Purchase Sugar Plum Fairy Tea Tickets
Children aged 4 years and older are invited to a formal tea with the characters of the Nutcracker ballet. Refreshments, photos, crafts and a learning a Nutcracker dance will be included. 

Community Music School

We have heard and recognized the need for piano instruction in the Barton County area. Starting in Fall 2024, the Music Accompaniment program will be offering piano lessons for ages 6 through 18 in our Community Music School. This is a non-credit program where your child will receive piano instruction by a college student in the music accompaniment program under the supervision of Dr. Alejandro Avila, the Director of Accompaniment, at Barton.

Costs for Lessons per Year/Semester
30 min. weekly lessons (semester lessons - $15/lesson) $400/$210
45 min. weekly lessons (semester lessons - $22.50/lesson) $600/$315
60 min. weekly lessons (semester lessons - $30/lesson) $800/$420

There is an opportunity for a family discount if a family enrolls more than one child. Enrollment is limited so contact Dr. Avila at [email protected] for more information and how to register your child.

Performing Arts Department 2024-2025 Schedule of Events