Education.
Expression.
Enjoyment.
BATESVILLE AREA ARTS COUNCIL
Promoting the Arts

6
Area schools receive funding

$1 million+
Donated for
education enrichment

2700
Students supported annually
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.










