Arts and Culture

Wichita State is a haven for arts and culture—providing an unmatched environment where you can enjoy a wide range of performances, exhibits and more. Add to this our location in a major regional arts center—filled with venues and events of all types—and there's virtually never an excuse to stay home.

Music theater production "Into the Woods".

College of Fine Arts

The College of Fine Arts packs each semester with a wide range of productions and events from student-produced shows, concerts and galleries to national and international touring artists and clinicians. And best of all, admission to Fine Arts events are free for current WSU students.

Fine Arts events calendar

Unleash your talent

A shocker sound drum line member is pictured in a studio with yellow lighting

Join a music ensemble

On-campus music ensembles provide the soundtrack to the Shocker Experience. From choir to symphony orchestra, concert bands, athletic bands and jazz arts, Shocker Nation is always abuzz with the sound of music. The best part? Ensembles are open to all students, regardless of major.

An ensemble of student actors on stage dressed in gold costumes

Join a performing arts production

Shocker performing arts productions add a vibrant layer to campus life. From captivating plays and dazzling musical theater performances to expressive dance concerts and cutting-edge original films, there's always a show to enjoy or be a part of. Productions are open to all students, offering a platform for everyone to showcase their talents.

Martin H. Bush Outdoor Sculpture Collection

The Ulrich Museum's outdoor sculpture collection boasts 86 works spread across its 330-acre campus. In 2006, Public Art Review named this collection among the top ten campus collections.

Take the online sculpture tour