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The BAAC exists to support arts in education in all six area schools. The BAAC further promotes the arts by providing opportunities for artistic education, expression, and enjoyment in Batesville and the surrounding area.

Education.
Expression.
Enjoyment.

Services

BATESVILLE AREA ARTS COUNCIL

Promoting the Arts

Arts in Eduation

6

Area schools receive funding

Donate

$1 million+

Donated for
education enrichment

Students

2700

Students supported annually

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Education

Integrating art-focused experiences into K-12 classrooms for nearly 2,700 students in all six Batesville area schools with our Arts in Education program.

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Expression

Supporting and highlighting local artists of all ages and arts concentrations through activities such as our Community Art Show and Young Artist Showcase.

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Enjoyment

Offering experiences that benefit and beautify the Batesville community such as the Art Walk, Farmer's Market Music, and Auction for the Arts.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Auction for the Arts

Feb.13, 2026

6:00

Join us for an unforgettable evening as we Dream in Color at the 36th Annual BAAC Auction for the Arts — a celebration of creativity, community, and love!

$65-$110

RomWeber Party Place, Batesville

This signature fundraiser supports Arts in Education programs for more than 2,700 students across six local schools, as well as BAAC’s year-round community programming, from theater productions to live music to murals that brighten our town. 


The evening begins at 6:00 PM with a silent auction, cash bar, and heavy hors d'oeuvres, followed by a short presentation, cash raffle, and exciting live auction. Then, the fun really begins — local favorite 5 Lights takes the stage for a night of live music and dancing! 


Whether you’re spending the evening with your Valentine or friends, this is the perfect way to celebrate love, art, and community. A great time for a great cause — helping BAAC continue to bring color, creativity, and inspiration to our classrooms and community.

Community Theater: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

June, 2026

TBD

Register for an audition (all ages) or to be part of the backstage crew of this show!

Auditions - FREE!

Batesville High School

This beloved production is coming to the Batesville stage in 2026! Told entirely through song with the help of a main character Narrator, the musical follows preferred son Joseph. After being sold into slavery by his brothers, he ingratiates himself with Egyptian noble Potiphar, but ends up in jail after refusing the amorous advances of Potiphar’s wife. While imprisoned, Joseph discovers his ability to interpret dreams, and he soon finds himself in front of the mighty but troubled, Elvis-inspired, Pharaoh. Joseph’s solution to Egypt’s famine elevates him to Pharaoh’s right-hand man and reunites him with his family.


The magical musical is full of catchy songs in a variety of styles, Appropriate for all ages, this family-friendly production will be AMAZING for every member of the family.

National Endowment for the Arts
Columbus Area Arts Council
Rockwood Family Foundation
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