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Illinois Wesleyan University Theatres

2 Ames Plaza, Bloomington, IL 61701

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The Illinois Wesleyan University School of Theatre Arts houses extraordinary talent within its facilities at McPherson Hall.

Four main stage plays are performed here annually, selected from a playbill including everything from Shakespeare to musicals. McPherson Hall, completed in 1963, is named for IWU's 10th President, Harry W. McPherson, and contains a 300-seat theatre, scene shop, classrooms and other facilities. Call or visit the website for performance dates and tickets.

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