Iowa Central Community College to Inaugurate Decker Auditorium and Performing Arts Center: A New Era for Local Arts

Iowa Central Community College will inaugurate the Decker Auditorium and the Center for Performing Arts on April 19th at 4:00 PM. The opening event will include a ribbon-cutting ceremony, tours, and performances by students and alumni. This event is a notable moment for Iowa Central, made possible by many contributors, including a lead gift of $1 million from Don and Dianne Decker of Fort Dodge.

The auditorium has been renovated and expanded into a modern space for performing arts. New features include an elevator, a second entrance, additional classrooms, backstage dressing rooms, a set building shop, a large band room, a team room, extra bathrooms, a gathering space, and more. The auditorium now has new seats, an improved stage with new curtains, flooring, two new catwalks, updated audio equipment, and theatrical lighting.

Mary Ludwig, Vice President of Development and Alumni of Iowa Central Community College, thanked all contributors to the Dream Big, Act Now campaign for the auditorium and Center for Performing Arts. She recognized the Deckers' generosity, which has had a positive impact on the college and students for many years.

Dr. Jesse Ulrich, President of Iowa Central Community College, said that the renovation will provide more opportunities in the fine arts and other areas. He highlighted that this investment will enhance the quality of life by offering new experiences for students and the Iowa Central service region. The college plans to host new acts and provide a modern space for local groups.

Decker Auditorium is the largest venue in the nine-county Iowa Central service region. Dr. Ulrich expressed enthusiasm about the college and community's new phase, aiming to provide a space for everyone in the service area to enjoy the arts. He also mentioned the college's plan to collaborate with local talent groups to perform at Iowa Central.

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