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Montana Western Announces 2026-2027 Bank of Commerce Performing Arts Series

August 17, 2026

The Fine Arts Department of the University of Montana Western is pleased to announce the 2026-2027 Performing Arts Series, sponsored by the Bank of Commerce. This year’s season features a dynamic Mainstage lineup beginning with UMW’s Drama Club’s Sunday Night Improv performances in August, featuring music and skits from the Virginia City Players, along with a Youth Season starting October 23.

The Bank of Commerce Performing Arts Series brings bold, inspiring, and entertaining theater to the University of Montana Western and the Dillon community. With a mission rooted in creativity and connection, the series offers students and young people a professional stage to express themselves, explore the power of live performance, and spark joy through storytelling. We invite you to be part of the experience. Join us for a season of unforgettable performances. Thank you for supporting the vibrant spirit of local theater. 

2026-2027 Bank of Commerce Performing Arts Series Schedule

Mainstage Season

  • UMW’s Drama Club’s Sunday Night Improv: First Sunday of every block | Small Auditorium | Rated R
  • After the Quiet: Reflections on Domestic Violence: November 2 & 3 | Beier Auditorium | Rated R | In partnership with the Women’s Resource Center
  • Who’s Your Daddy? A Four Part TTRPG Campaign: First Saturday of Blocks 5-8 | Small Auditorium | Rated R | In partnership with The Tabletop Vault
  • Avenue Q: April 21 – May 1| Beier Auditorium | Rated R

Youth Season

  • Montana Repertory Theatres’ Her-cules: The Twelve Trials & The Story I Told: October 23 | Beier Auditorium | Rated G
  • Missoula Children’s Theatres’ The Frog Prince: January 30 | Beier Auditorium | Rated G
  • Alice in Wonderland: May 21 – 23 | Small Auditorium | Rated G

Flex Passes

Flex Passes are now on sale for the 2026 – 2027 season. Each Flex Pass includes admission to four performances throughout the year. Choose any production from either the Mainstage or Youth Season for maximum flexibility. Passes are priced at $48 for regular adults, $36 for seniors, military members, and youth, and $30 for UMW faculty and staff. 

UMW faculty and staff may purchase passes at their discounted rate for immediate family members. Passes can be purchased online or at the box office during the fall semester. For more information or to purchase a pass, visit https://umwtheatre.ludus.com/.

Support UMW Theater

To keep ticket prices accessible, UMW theater productions rely on generous donor support for the majority of operating costs. To make a tax-deductible donation, visit the UMW Foundation Donation Page. Your support helps keep the arts thriving in our community. Thank you!

For more information on all the shows in this year’s series, please visit https://www.umwestern.edu/bank-of-commerce-performing-arts-series/ or contact Assistant Professor of Theatre, Stephen Seder, at [email protected] or 406-683-7038.