Behind Every Standing Ovation—You

About the Glenn Korff Performing Arts Center

The Glenn Korff Performing Arts Center is more than a building—it’s the heart of creativity at Doane. Here, students will refine their craft, collaborate across disciplines, and form friendships that last a lifetime. From rehearsals to curtain calls, this is where they’ll grow as artists and as people—developing confidence, leadership, and teamwork that will carry them far beyond the stage.

The theatre will feature a state-of-the-art, multi-form performance space with seating for 223 guests. Every detail—from the modern design to the acoustics—ensures an unforgettable experience for performers and audiences alike. Behind the scenes, students will have access to a green room, dressing rooms, and a scenery construction shop, supporting every stage of production.

The music addition and renovation will include a large rehearsal room, teaching studios, a piano lab, a band room, and classrooms—culminating in the new Dr. Tom Tonniges Hall of Music, honoring the legacy of the Doane Vagabonds.

A new, light-filled lobby will connect these vibrant spaces, creating a modern hub for creativity and expression.

Join us in bringing this extraordinary addition to life—and help shape the next generation of Doane performers, dreamers, and leaders.

Construction cameras for this project can be viewed here.