FALL 2025
Maybe you aim to improve your public speaking or enhance your collaboration skills. Maybe you’re looking to carve out a spot on campus that reminds you of the quiet space at home where you write and paint. Is this the year you join a creative club and produce an event? Or is this the year you fall in love with a new artistic outlet?
Our team at BabsonARTS is thrilled to offer these opportunities and more through our creative community. This year I have the privilege of continuing our eclectic programming through a fresh lens, immersing myself among fellow Babson College creatives, and lifting our collective spirits with a refreshing overflow of artistic opportunities. I follow in impressive footsteps as Leslie Chiu moves on to her next chapter at Babson College as Associate Dean, Campus Life, after eight years of leadership with BabsonARTS. I am proud to inherit this flourishing department and thrilled at the opportunity of what we can continue to bring to our already robust and enriching campus.
We could not bring you all the wonderful offerings in this pamphlet without the continued generosity of the Sorenson family. As such, we proudly begin this school year with the newly named Richard & Sandra Sorenson Center for the Arts that we unveiled last Spring. When you come to watch a film or step onstage in the Carling-Sorenson Theater this year, we hope you will enjoy some of the updates and reworkings of our flagship space. Whatever this year brings, don’t let the arts at Babson College pass you by.
—Samantha Gambaccini, Director
From left to right:
Photos: Nile Hawver (l), Nicolaus Czarnecki (r)
Samantha Gambaccini, Director with Rosie Ruben ’27, Brigid Kelly ’28, Izzy Russo ’28, Julian Ivarra ’25, Jenny Zheng ’28, Nora Ryan ’25, Gabi Garozzo ’25, and Leah Paragano ’26.
Behind the Scenes
An Exhibition of Babson Faculty and Staff
ARTIST TALK AND OPENING RECEPTION
Wednesday, September 3, 5:00 P.M.
FREE and open to the public.
Registration encouraged. Walk-ins welcome.
EXHIBIT ON VIEW
September 3 – October 17, M-F 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M
Hollister Gallery
Step beyond the classroom and office to explore the creative lives of Babson’s faculty and staff in Behind the Scenes, an exhibition that highlights the personal artistic practices cultivated outside the bounds of the workday. This diverse and dynamic show features a wide range of media revealing the talents, passions, and perspectives of individuals who contribute to the Babson community in both professional and deeply personal ways. Behind the Scenes invites viewers to connect with colleagues in a new light, celebrate creativity in all its forms, and appreciate the rich, multifaceted lives that thrive within our campus community.
Clown Workshop with Julia Marcelis ’27
Thursday, September 18, 5:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
Carling-Sorenson Theater
FREE. Open to current Babson, Olin, and Wellesley students, faculty and staff only.
Embrace your inner Fool! Come explore the basics of clowning in an exciting workshop covering character work, physical comedy and the fundamentals of slapstick including fake fighting and tripping. Participants will engage in a thorough facial warmup and gain experience showing off big emotions. By the end of this workshop, participants will have a deeper understanding of physical comedy and clowning by exploring the clown nose: “the world’s smallest mask” in a supportive and low-pressure environment. Those interested in theater will better understand how the clown’s focus on emotion can bring new dimensions to acting. No experience necessary and each participant will receive their own clown nose. Julia Marcelis is a clown, aerialist, jack of all trades, and a proud graduate of the San Francisco Circus Center’s Youth Circus. Their fifteen years of training in circus arts has taken them across the country, working with clowns from Cirque du Soleil, the Big Apple Circus, and the Ringling Bros’ Greatest Show on Earth. Offstage, their commitment to increasing inclusivity in the circus industry led them to serving as Co-Treasurer of CSAW Circus.
Global Film Series: I’m Still Here
Directed by Walter Salles
Monday, October 6, 7:00 P.M.
Carling-Sorenson Theater
FREE and open to the public. Registration encouraged. Walk-ins welcome.
Directed by Walter Salles, one of Brazil’s most celebrated filmmakers, the 2025 Oscar-winner I’m Still Here poignantly explores the haunting disappearance of Congressman Rubens Paiva, who was among the thousands of tortured and disappeared individuals during the military dictatorship from 1964-1985. The film is most powerful in its ability to reveal human resilience in the face of dramatic uncertainty and loss. Drawing from the real-life memoir of Paiva’s son, I’m Still Here points its lens on a family’s capacity to lean into joy alongside fear, hope in the midst of sorrow. The film evokes contemporary concerns in many places around the world as it considers what happens when a good life collides with political and social forces.
Post-film discussion will be held immediately following the screening.
Co-presented by the Global Film Series and the Arts and Humanities Division.
The Empty Space Theater presents Ada
A PLAY BY AENEAS SAGAR HEMPHILL
DIRECTED BY NAOMI HOPKINS
October 23 and 25, 7:00 P.M.
October 24, 2:00 P.M.
Carling-Sorenson Theater
Tickets $5 at babsonarts.org
In a not-so-distant future, Ada, a worker of artificial intelligence, disrupts her workplace’s carefully maintained power dynamics by becoming a little too human to contain. Joan, her superior and creator, must then reckon with the consequences of her influence on Ada while at the same time attempting to suppress the rebellious urges of her daughter, Amy. Ada follows these women, their family, and coworkers as they confront the imperfections of their “perfect” world.
The Empty Space Theater (TEST) is the faculty-led theater company co-sponsored by BabsonARTS and the Division of Arts and Humanities. Led by Artistic Director and Professor Beth Wynstra, TEST’s objective is to produce socially relevant, thought-provoking and compelling plays and musicals to strengthen and formalize curricular ties in ways rewarding to both participants and audiences.
Image design: Emily Redmond
Waterline Reading Series Showcase
Tuesday, October 28, 5:00 P.M.
Hollister Gallery
FREE and open to the public. Registration encouraged. Walk-ins welcome.
Waterline features a fast-paced hour of literary works from Babson College faculty and staff fiction writers, poets, and essayists. The selection is always intriguing and often includes works in progress not yet in publication. Recently featured authors: Steve Bauer, Xinghua Li, Mary Pinard, Jenny Rademacher, Asiel Sepulveda and David Youtz.
Co-presented with the Arts and Humanities Division.
Photo: Kyle Soule
Affirmation of Life: Protect Ukraine’s Heritage Together
ARTIST TALK AND RECEPTION Thursday, November 6, 5:00 P.M.
FREE and open to the public. Registration encouraged. Walk-ins welcome.
EXHIBIT ON VIEW November 6 – December 12, M-F 9:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.
Hollister Gallery
BabsonARTS, in collaboration with the Ukrainian Cultural Initiative, is proud to present Affirmation of Life: Protect Ukraine’s Heritage Together, a powerful exhibition celebrating the resilience, beauty, and cultural richness of Ukraine.
This collection showcases the work of contemporary Ukrainian artists who continue to live and create within Ukraine, despite the immense challenges their country faces. Their art is a testament to hope, strength, and the enduring spirit of a nation determined to preserve its identity. Sharing their work with an American audience offers not only inspiration, but also solidarity.
We invite you to experience this moving exhibition and encourage you to bring colleagues, friends, and community members to engage with Ukraine’s vibrant culture, traditions, and language. Together, let us honor and help protect Ukraine’s artistic and cultural heritage.
For more information on the Ukrainian Cultural Association visit ukrainian-cultural-initiative.com
Babson Music Collective Concert
Saturday, November 8, 12:00 P.M. Carling-Sorenson Theater
FREE and open to the public. Registration encouraged. Walk-ins welcome.
The Babson Music Collective is rooted in the jazz traditions of improvisation and creative expression. The group finds inspiration in a range of musical styles, from pop and afrobeat to classic jazz standards. Drawing on each member’s personal playing style and experiences, the Collective creates unique arrangements for all the music it plays. The Babson Music Collective performs at several concerts and events throughout the year, with the goal of fostering a community of Babson’s many student musicians and listeners.
BOW students interested in joining the Babson Music Collective should email babsonarts@babson.edu for more information.
Kyle Soule
Photo:
Visual Arts Workshops
Come explore your creativity! Workshops are in-person and open to current Babson, Olin, and Wellesley students, faculty, and staff. Materials and instruction are provided; no prior experience needed. Registration is required and will open two weeks prior to each workshop at babsonarts.org. Workshops fill quickly. If sold out, email babsonarts@babson.edu to inquire about a waitlist.
Cyanotype: Create Art with Sunlight
Thursday, September 11, 5:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
2D/3D Studio (Trim 215)
FREE. Registration opens August 28.
Discover the magic of one of the oldest photographic printing techniques! Learn how to create stunning blue-and-white prints using natural materials and sunlight. Perfect for beginners and creatives of all kinds, this session will guide you through the process of arranging compositions and developing your final image. Come explore the art of light and shadow in a fun, relaxed setting! Feel free to bring items to use for shadows!
Vellum Paper Lanterns: Light Up Your Creativity
Thursday, October 2, 5:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
2D/3D Studio (Trim 215)
FREE. Registration opens September 18.
Join us for a cozy workshop where you’ll craft your own glowing paper lanterns using translucent vellum! Learn simple techniques to design, cut, and assemble beautiful lanterns that cast a warm, inviting light. Perfect for all skill levels, this workshop blends art and ambiance, ideal for home decor or unique handmade gifts. Let your imagination shine!
Pysanka: The Art of Ukrainian Egg Decorating
Thursday, November 13, 5:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
Weissman Foundry Workroom
FREE. Registration opens October 30.
In collaboration with the Ukrainian Cultural Initiative, explore the rich tradition of pysanky (decorated Ukrainian Easter eggs) with artist and ethnographer, Sofika Zielyk. Learn about the myths, symbols and legends of this pre-Christian unique art form and how it evolved through the centuries. Using the traditional batik, wax resistant technique, create a one-of-a-kind pysanka of your own. Just bring your creativity and curiosity! sofika.com
ARTScapades
The ARTScapades program is an opportunity for current students, staff, and faculty to connect while attending amazing local performances and exhibits. Sponsored and subsidized by BabsonARTS, members of the Babson community can purchase discounted tickets to theatre, museums, music, dance and more in the Greater Boston area (transportation to events is not provided).
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
50th Anniversary Spectacular Tour
Wednesday, October 1, 7:00 P.M.
Rated R. Run Time: 98 minutes.
Emerson Colonial Theatre, Boston
Join the original ‘Brad Majors’ – Barry Bostwick – for a screening of the unedited movie with a live shadow cast, audience participation, and a costume contest!
No outside props permitted, but each ticket includes a bag of ROCKY HORROR props for audience participation during the event.
Tickets for students are $10 for all events and go on sale two weeks prior to each event. Faculty/Staff tickets range from $15-20 and go on sale one week prior to each event.
Cash only, limit 2 per person. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit Alex Brand in Trim 216 or email abrand@babson.edu.
The Nutcracker
Boston Ballet
Thursday, December 4, 7:30 P.M.
Run Time: 120 minutes with one intermission.
Citizens Bank Opera House, Boston
Dare to let your dreams take you on a journey filled with happiness and wonder with this mesmerizing holiday tradition with its beloved characters, swoon-worthy sets, and unparalleled choreography.
The Nutcracker. Photo: Brooke Trisolini
Babson Ceramics Studio
Fall 2025
The Babson Ceramics Studio is open to only current Babson, Wellesley and Olin students, staff and faculty on a first come, first served basis. Registered members have daily access for a studio fee of $100, which covers the cost of clay, glazes, firings, and weekly drop-in tutorials (see below). Registration opens on a tiered basis from August 27 – September 3, or until all available slots are filled. To be added to the notification list for registration dates for future semesters, email babsonceramics@babson.edu.
Introduction to Wheel Throwing
By making mugs, bowls, plates, and vases, members will learn about the basics of working with clay, the throwing process, trimming, glazing, pulling handles, and more.
Hand building: Projects in Clay
An introduction to clay as an artistic medium. Students will learn the basics of working with clay, building with slabs and coils, glazing, and more.
Student Arts Clubs
There is no shortage of talented and passionate student artists at Babson. These are the studentled groups that work most often with BabsonARTS as they perform and create on campus, but there are new groups and more creator events than we can list. Students wishing to learn about all the student clubs and organizations on campus should visit belong.babson.edu
AMAN
AMAN exists to increase awareness surrounding the countries comprising South Asia through unification of the diverse people, culture, and languages.
Performance: November 6, 8:00 P.M.
@amanbabson
@amanbabson
Photo: Nile Hawver
Babson Asian Pacific Student Association
BAPSA is an Asian cultural student organization for undergraduates. All students are welcome to find a tightknit community, connect based on Asian heritage, or to simply learn more about various Asian cultures. East Meets West Performance: February 2026.
@BabsonAsianPacificStudentAssociation
@babsonbapsa
Babson Dance Ensemble
BDE is the largest student-run organization on campus and produces show-stopping performances each semester that showcase the talented dancers and choreographers of Babson. Performances: November 14 and 15, 8:00 P.M.
@babsondance
@babsondanceensemble
Babson On Film
Babson On Film is a space for students to appreciate the process of filmmaking, providing networking and professional development opportunities for students who plan to enter the film industry.
The Babson Players
The Babson Players produce, perform, promote, and create a space for unity in the living arts for members of the Babson community and surrounding public primarily through the production of professional, highquality theater including plays, musicals, and other theatrical projects. Performances: October 31 and November 1, 7:00 P.M.
@BabsonPlayers
@babsonPlayers
Babson Rocket Pitches
The Babson Rocket Pitches a cappella group is a co-ed group of undergraduate students who share a passion for vocal music and performance. Performance: December 2, 7:00 P.M.
@babsonrocketpitches
@rocketpitches
Babson Sound
Babson Sound provides community members media and live entertainment via talk shows, podcasts, music streams, open mics, and concerts. They provide a platform and support for students to create content and events. Find events throughout the semester on belong.babson.
@babson.sound
CREATE
CREATE aspires to enrich the Babson community by encouraging all Babson students to create. The group is a collective of students who enjoy making things together and regularly host events embracing all forms of artistic mediums and expressions.
@createinthestudio
@createinthestudio
Students Against Gravity
SAG specializes in short form improv games and have weekly practices open to all levels of experience in addition to monthly shows, providing laughter and entertainment to all students whether they participate or observe. Performances on the first Friday of each month, time and location available on belong. babson.
@SAGBabson
Threads and Friends
Threads and Friends aims to create a vibrant and inclusive community for individuals who share a passion for fiber arts. The club’s goal is to foster creativity, skill-sharing, and meaningful connections among members who appreciate the artistry and joy that come from working with threads, fabrics, and related materials. Everyone at every level is welcome, whether a beginner or an expert.
@threads.and.friends
The Babson Campus
BabsonARTS events take place on the picturesque campus of Babson College located in Wellesley, Massachusetts. Babson is a recognized leader in entrepreneurial education whose purpose is to empower learners anywhere to create lasting economic and social value for themselves, their communities, and the world. Richard and Sandra Sorenson Center for the Arts is located at 19 Babson College Drive. Free parking is available in the Trim Parking Lot, a short walk from the theater.
Support for BabsonARTS programs is made possible through the ongoing generosity of Richard W. Sorenson M’68, P’97 ’00, H’23, G’27 and Sandra L. Sorenson P’97 ’00, G’27, Lee J. Belitsky M’93, P’17, Janice A. Belitsky P’17 and Olivia Hanna Belitsky ‘17, and donations from alumni and patrons.
#26 Richard and Sandra Sorenson Center for the Arts Carling-Sorenson Theater
#9 Hollister Hall Gallery Space
#7 Trim / Grille Room
#8 Event Parking
#7 Soreson Center for the Arts Administrative Of ce at Trim
#7 Soreson Family Visual Arts Center - at Trim
