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Bell Cultural Events Center

Campus Facilities

About Us

The 40,000 square foot Bell Cultural Events Center is available for use by the surrounding community as well as the MNU campus community. This facility opened in 2007, and is used to showcase the talents of the MNU Fine and Performing Arts students and local artist and performing arts companies. You can rent many of the rooms within this state-of-the-art facility for events or performances. The menu below is included for your reference in planning your event at the Bell Cultural Events Center. To schedule your event, please contact the Bell Center at (913) 971-3640 or bellcenter@mnu.edu.

Ticketing

Students on stage performing a play

Tickets can be purchased online through the event listings, by calling the Box Office, or by visiting the Box Office one hour before the start of the performance.

To reserve tickets, payment must be received at the time of the order. We take cash, check and credit card payments (Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express). We do have ticketed spaces available that are wheelchair accessible and will work with those who need special accommodation. The box office is open one hour prior to the start of the performance.

Seating Chart: Download

Refunds and Exchanges

Tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges may be made for tickets of equal or lesser value for events within the current season, subject to availability. Guests wishing to exchange may do so either in person or by phone.

Questions?

Please call 913.971.3636 or email bellboxoffice@mnu.edu and we will be happy to assist you.

Events

Faculty Recital
Bell Cultural Events Center - Mabee Performing Arts Hall
Sep 17, 2026 @ 7:30pm
to Sep 17, 2026 @ 8:30pm
Celebrate the artistry of the music faculty at this annual recital, featuring a dynamic mix of solo and ensemble performances. Enjoy a wide variety of styles and genres in an evening that highlights the depth and talent of our faculty musicians.
Faculty Recital
Heritage Choir & Symphonic Choir | By Dawn's Early Light
Bell Cultural Events Center - Mabee Performing Arts Hall
Oct 4, 2026 @ 3:30pm
to Oct 4, 2026 @ 4:30pm
From the first light of dawn to the light of faith that guides us, the Choirs of MNU invite you to an evening celebrating hope, freedom, and renewal. In honor of America's 250th anniversary, By Dawn's Early Light weaves together patriotic masterworks with choral music inspired by light as a symbol of God's presence and our hope in him. Featured selections include Peter Wilhousky's "Battle Hymn of the Republic" and other luminous works for choir.
Heritage Choir & Symphonic Choir | By Dawn’s Early Light
Homecoming | Collage Concert
Bell Cultural Events Center - Mabee Performing Arts Hall
Oct 9, 2026 @ 7:00pm
to Oct 9, 2026 @ 8:30pm
A Homecoming tradition: Heritage Choir, Symphonic Choir, Concert Band, Jazz Ensemble, Chamber Orchestra, Theatre, Improv Team, Pep Band, and Drumline showcase student talent in one of the most thrilling events of the year. Don’t miss it!
Homecoming | Collage Concert
Concert Band | Journeys
Bell Cultural Events Center - Mabee Performing Arts Hall
Oct 23, 2026 @ 7:30pm
to Oct 23, 2026 @ 8:30pm
Join the MNU Concert Band for Journeys, an evening of music inspired by adventure, exploration, and discovery. From the epic voyages of Odysseus to the evocative landscapes of Ireland, England, and beyond, this program traces musical journeys across history, literature, and culture through works by Holst, Davoren, Mackey, and others. The concert will also feature guest artist and MNU faculty member Dr. Richard Galbreath on clarinet.
Concert Band | Journeys

Directions

Bell Cultural Events Center at MidAmerica Nazarene University (MNU) is located in Olathe, Kansas, just east of I-35. Approaching Olathe from either the north or the south on I-35, take the second Olathe exit which is Highway 150 or Santa Fe. Go east on Santa Fe. Continue on Santa Fe to Mur-Len. Turn south (right) on Mur-Len. Continue on Mur-Len to 139th Street (aka Pioneer Blvd). Turn right on 139th Street into the MNU campus. Bell Cultural Events Center is at the top of the hill on the right side.

Parking is available on the east, west and south sides of the building. There is also parking available on the north, south and east sides of Dobson Hall, the building just to the east of the Bell Cultural Events Center. Handicap parking is available on the east side of the Bell Cultural Events Center building.