Hancher Auditorium – University of Iowa
Hancher is a multidisciplinary performing arts presenter committed to connecting artists and audiences with transformational artistic experiences. For 45 years, Hancher has been the cultural hub of the University of Iowa campus—presenting world-class dance, music, and theater. Along the way, Hancher has extended its reach far beyond campus, engaging thousands of Iowans each year, on campus, throughout the community, and across the state. Hancher is one of the leading university presenters of the performing arts in the nation and has earned an international reputation for excellence.
2024-2025 Hancher Composer-in-Residence: Jessie Montgomery
The Crossing Visits the University of Iowa School of Music
Theatre Arts alum Brian Quijada celebrates his time at Iowa in return visit
UI Alumnus Steven Schick visits the University of Iowa
Hadestown at Hancher Auditorium - January 24–26, 2025
Performing Arts At Iowa presents "Fierce"
Fierce at Hancher Auditorium - April 26 & 27
Performing Arts At Iowa presents "Panorama" with UI Dance and Martha Graham Dance Company
Amy Rodriquez returns to campus with Broadway’s "Hairspray" at Hancher February 23-25
Greg Jackson returns to campus with Broadway’s "To Kill A Mockingbird" at Hancher January 19-21
Richard Thomas as Atticus Finch in To Kill a Mockingbird at Hancher Auditorium
Hancher's Infinite Dream festival (2023)