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Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts

600 N. East St., Bloomington, IL 61701

Theater

The Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts presents an incredibly diverse programming schedule.

Built in 1922 to house the original American Passion Play, the former Scottish Rite Temple is the centerpiece of downtown Bloomington's Cultural District. The Performing Arts Center has a 1,200-seat theater and 1,000-person ballroom.

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