The Bowlus Fine Arts Center has undergone a series of significant upgrades over the past year, improving everything from sound and lighting to safety and accessibility. The work began last summer at the direction of…

Monday’s “One Stage Allen All-County Theatre Day” at the Bowlus Fine Arts Center, an inaugural event spearheaded by Iola High School drama instructor Regina Chriestenson, culminated in the signing ceremony for three Iola seniors, Bella…

Iola Elementary School’s first and fourth grades teamed up for a music program at the Bowlus Fine Arts Center Tuesday. The students presented “Everyone Has a Song,” based on the children’s book “Elmer and the…

It’s all too evident to those fortunate enough to catch the multiple productions each year that Allen County is home to some of the brightest young stage talent around. Regina Chriestenson, drama instructor at Iola…

A magical world comes to life when Circus EVO presents “Solstice: A Winter Circus Experience” Saturday at the Bowlus Fine Arts Center. The 75-minute production blends breathtaking acrobatics, striking visuals, and an enchanting soundtrack —…

Friday evening’s performance of Randy Otto as Winston Churchill at the Bowlus Fine Arts Center provided the perfect opportunity to recognize 50 years since the creation of the Sleeper Family Trust. After all, Alan Sleeper,…

History will come alive Friday when actor and keynote speaker Randy Otto presents his one-man performance as Winston Churchill at the Bowlus Fine Arts Center. Otto’s presentation, part of the Bowlus’ Sleeper Family Trust Speaker…

A traveling exhibit exploring the impact of the Declaration of Independence has arrived in Iola, offering residents an opportunity to engage with one of America’s most influential historical documents as the nation prepares to commemorate…

Iola High School and Iola Middle School band students hosted their winter concert at the Bowlus Tuesday. The students are under the direction of Brandi Holt.

Miss Chelsea’s Dance Academy will present the classic tale of Ebenezer Scrooge’s holiday redemption Saturday with its musical production of “A Christmas Carol.” Tickets for the 7:30 show at the Bowlus Fine Arts Center sell…