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Arts Center at Lake Superior State University A venue for the celebration and integration of the fine and performing arts Welcome.

The Arts Center at Lake Superior State University is home to great live performances from an array of visiting artists, a variety of speakers addressing social, cultural and intellectual concerns, and the focal point for artistic enrichment on campus. Importantly, it also serves as the sole, dedicated space for the training of Lake State's theatre, dance, music and art students - as well as providing an incredibly beautiful space to share that work with the campus community and beyond. The Arts Center is the primary source for the celebration and integration of the fine and performing arts into the lives of our students, the people of the EUP, and Canada.

Hello Sault Ste. Marie!In between the world-renowned and award-winning guests/artists that we bring here, we also like t...
10/15/2026

Hello Sault Ste. Marie!

In between the world-renowned and award-winning guests/artists that we bring here, we also like to celebrate the talents of our community members and students! Don't believe me? Come on by November 11th-14th to see LSSU's Fall theatrical production of 'Mauritius!'

Written by Theresa Rebeck, 'Mauritius' follows half-sisters Jackie and Mary after they inherit a rare stamp collection from Mary's grandfather. They clash, competing for the millions of dollars the collection is worth. Subsequently, an escapade involving theft, greed, and family baggage ensues.

Featuring a cast comprised of LSSU students, faculty, and community members alike - directed by our very own Arts Center Director and Assistant Professor Adam St. John - 'Mauritius' is an event you will not want to miss! Get your tickets now: https://shorturl.at/iedLX

Hello Sault Ste. Marie!We hope you've marked your calendars for next Wednesday, when we will be putting on this year's B...
10/15/2026

Hello Sault Ste. Marie!

We hope you've marked your calendars for next Wednesday, when we will be putting on this year's Battle Of The Bands! Today's spotlight goes out to Wh***ey Red!

Wh***ey Red is a Kinross-based musical duo comprised of Holly Sibbald and Jason Lamoreaux. Wh***ey Red is no stranger to the musical scene, as they have done several shows at VFW Post #3676 right here in the Soo and at Dixie's Saloon down in Mackinac City! They have been known to lend their talents to private weddings, retirement parties, and the Tamarack Music Festival in Morley, Michigan (which they are slated to play at again next year).

Don't miss Wh***ey Red perform at The Battle of The Bands! Show will start at 7pm on October 21st. Get your tickets here: https://shorturl.at/124XI

Hello Sault Ste. Marie! One of the more fantastic aspects of our position along the U.S./Canadian border is that we have...
10/14/2026

Hello Sault Ste. Marie!

One of the more fantastic aspects of our position along the U.S./Canadian border is that we have a unique 'in' with a lot of Canadian artists and performers that you probably wouldn't see most other places!

One example is sibling folk music duo Cassie & Maggie MacDonald, who herald from the Canadian province of Nova Scotia! Internationally acclaimed, Cassie & Maggie plan to bring a dynamic blend of Celtic, folk, and roots music to the Arts Center!

Cassie & Maggie will be performing at the LSSU Arts Center on November 6th, 2026, starting at 7pm! Get your tickets now: https://shorturl.at/dW30E

Hello Sault Ste. Marie!We are one week away from this year's Battle Of The Bands! We have quite the lineup prepared, and...
10/14/2026

Hello Sault Ste. Marie!

We are one week away from this year's Battle Of The Bands! We have quite the lineup prepared, and we'd like to take this time to introduce you, our supporting community, to our wonderful artists.

Today, let me introduce Kevin Blakeney!

Kevin has participated in the Battle Of The Bands in the past. Additionally, he has played in the Rudyard Music Festival and for multiple venues in Sault Ste. Marie, Brimley, and more! Kevin's chosen genre is 'Folk Punk', and it sounds like he has something special planned for this year's Battle Of The Bands!

Don't miss out! The Battle of The Bands will start at 7pm on October 21st. Get your tickets here: https://shorturl.at/124XI

Hello Sault Ste. Marie!Today is the day! Award-winning mime and educator Bill Bowers is performing two shows today at th...
10/09/2026

Hello Sault Ste. Marie!

Today is the day! Award-winning mime and educator Bill Bowers is performing two shows today at the LSSU Arts Center! Here he is at tech rehearsal yesterday, already showing support for our wonderful school!

First, an 11am matinee performance of 'Under A Montana Moon', a collection of short stories and narratives centered around the Mountain West open to audiences of all ages! Then, a 7pm evening performance of 'It Goes Without Saying!', an autobiographical show that allows us to see the major beats of Bill's life, starting with his upbringing in Montana and up through his training with some of the top mime artists in the world! (Note: 'It Goes Without Saying!' is recommended for audiences 14 and older.)

You do not want to miss this show! Come see the splendor of physical movement-based storytelling in action! Don't miss out, and get your tickets here: https://shorturl.at/zobPJ

Hello Sault Ste. Marie!We here at the Arts Center are super pleased to see how many of you have already auditioned to pe...
10/08/2026

Hello Sault Ste. Marie!

We here at the Arts Center are super pleased to see how many of you have already auditioned to perform at this year's Battle of The Bands! Only three more days before submissions close! Auditions close October 11th, so make sure to visit the Audition Interest Form: https://forms.gle/dPAiXxc3kxkz6DDo9

If performing isn’t your thing, you can still be part of the excitement by joining us in the audience! Get your tickets:
https://shorturl.at/YsUxg

Hello Sault Ste. Marie!World-renowned mime & performer Bill Bowers will be offering a masterclass on mime this Saturday ...
10/08/2026

Hello Sault Ste. Marie!

World-renowned mime & performer Bill Bowers will be offering a masterclass on mime this Saturday (October 10th) at 11am in the Arts Center on the main stage.

No sign-up required! No prior training needed! Come in clothes you can move in and be ready to learn from one of the greats!

Hello Sault Ste. Marie!We're nearly there! Tomorrow, we will be hosting award-winning mime artist Bill Bowers for two pe...
10/08/2026

Hello Sault Ste. Marie!

We're nearly there! Tomorrow, we will be hosting award-winning mime artist Bill Bowers for two performances showcasing his mastery of physical storytelling.

Join us as Bill shares various assorted short stories taking place under the Western sky in 'Under A Montana Moon', and as he takes is on a journey chronicling his childhood in Montana, his entry into the theatrical world, and training under Marcel Marceau in 'It Goes Without Saying!'

Come catch 'Under A Montana Moon' this Friday at 11am for free, and 'It Goes Without Saying!' at 7pm! Don't miss out, and get your tickets here: https://shorturl.at/zobPJ

'It Goes Without Saying' is recommended for audiences aged 14 or older.

Hello Sault Ste. Marie!We know that music and theatre have deep roots in history and tradition, but did you know mime ha...
10/07/2026

Hello Sault Ste. Marie!

We know that music and theatre have deep roots in history and tradition, but did you know mime has a rich history of its own? With roots in the theatres of ancient Greece and Rome, mime has evolved into a sophisticated art of movement, expression, and storytelling.

In the 20th century, artists like Étienne Decroux helped shape modern mime, while his student Marcel Marceau brought the art form to audiences around the world through his iconic character, Bip.

Now, Bill Bowers, who studied under Marceau, carries that tradition forward in It Goes Without Saying. Through movement, humor, storytelling, and silence, Bowers shares the remarkable story of his life, from growing up in Montana to performing across the country and on Broadway.

Come catch 'Under A Montana Moon' this Friday at 11am for free, and 'It Goes Without Saying!' at 7pm! Don't miss out, and get your tickets here: https://shorturl.at/zobPJ

Hello Sault Ste. Marie!This week, we have two performances by mime artist Bill Bowers to share with you! And what perfor...
10/06/2026

Hello Sault Ste. Marie!

This week, we have two performances by mime artist Bill Bowers to share with you! And what performances, they are! These are shows that have been shared around the country, and the reviews are raving!

Margo Jefferson of The New York Times says: "To watch Bill Bowers' collection of silent stories, Under a Montana Moon, was to see the technical elements of a style that brings Marcel Marceau readily to mind, joined to the American West--Mime can be wonderful--the air between him and us was his palette."

When asked about 'It Goes Without Saying', Colorado Springs Arts has this to say: "“Bowers is one of those bigger-than-life personalities whose aura you simply want to bask in: his energy seems boundless; his smile seems lit from within”.

Come catch 'Under A Montana Moon' this Friday at 11am for free, and 'It Goes Without Saying!' at 7pm! Don't miss out, and get your tickets here: https://shorturl.at/zobPJ

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