2024-25 UNCSA Performance Brochure

DESIGN & PRODUCTION

2024-25 PERFORMANCE SEASON

DA N C E

DRAMA

MUSIC

The University of North Carolina School of the Arts 2024-25 season awaits.

Buy tickets at uncsa.edu/performances

FILMMAKING

L E T T E R F R O M T H E C H A N C E L LO R

I am excited to introduce the 2024-25 performance season at UNCSA, which offers a myriad of productions ranging from plays and musicals to concerts and recitals to ballets and contemporary dance to films and – well, things you have to see to believe!

The upcoming season will feature performances, events and screenings created and performed by our talented students, world-class faculty, distinguished alumni and celebrated guest artists.

Whether you like dance, drama, film or music – or all of them – this season is not to be missed. Here are a few highlights.

In addition to providing all of the design, technical and production support for UNCSA performances and productions, the School of Design and Production presents its annual “Photona,” the dazzling multimedia show of lighting, projection and sound, in December.

The School of Dance will feature the works of two of the greatest choreographers of the 20th century, with a work by José Limón featured on Fall Dance’s contemporary showcase, and highlights from Martha Graham’s evocative “Dark Meadow Suite” featured on Spring Dance as part of the worldwide celebration of 100 years of the Martha Graham Dance Company.

And speaking of December, don’t miss our cherished holiday tradition, “The Nutcracker,” presented for the second time at the Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts in Greensboro, and the second iteration of our “Holiday Suite” on campus, where you can enjoy the sights, sounds and flavors of winter festivities celebrated across diverse cultures and communities.

The School of Drama brings an array of award winners and nominees to the season. Andrew Lippa’s “The Wild Party,” winner of the 2000 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Musical and Obie for Best Choreography (by Dance alumnus Mark Dendy), is a jazzy 1920s whodunit. “Frankie & Johnny in the Claire de Lune,” a romance by legendary playwright Terrence McNally and directed on Broadway by Drama alumnus Joe Mantello, was nominated for a Tony Award for best revival of a play in 2003. And “Natasha, Pierre, & the Great Comet of 1812,” recipient of 12 Tony nominations, is a musical mashup of 70 pages of Tolstoy’s “War and Peace.”

The School of Filmmaking will present two Legacy Celebration Screenings celebrating its early years. The first screening, in October, includes selections of student films from the first decade, 1993–2003, followed by student films from 2004-14 in February 2025. The curated program highlights a multitude of genres and styles from innovative filmmakers who first pursued their art here.

There’s lots more to see and do. Check out this brochure and our calendar online, at www.uncsa. edu/performances. I hope to see you around the Triad this season!

Sincerely,

Brian Cole Chancellor

Photo: Wayne Reich

DEAR FRIENDS,

The School of Music takes advantage of summer with “Pops on the Plaza” in August, featuring the UNCSA Wind Ensemble on Daniels Plaza performing music from famous movie and musical soundtracks. The UNCSA Symphony Orchestra gives several concerts at Centenary United Methodist Church and Wake Forest University, featuring such classics as Beethoven’s electrifying Seventh Symphony and Mussorgsky’s “Pictures at an Exhibition.” UNCSA’s annual Chamber Music Festival returns for fall and spring celebrations, featuring guest artist and alumnus Stefan Jezierski, longtime hornist for the Berlin Philharmonic. February brings two treats: The A.J. Fletcher Opera Institute performs a beloved classic, “Die Fledermaus,” or “The Bat,” at the High Point Theatre, while the worldfamous Canadian Brass brings its high-energy show to Watson Hall.

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The stage awaits! Buy your tickets for the 2024-25 season at uncsa.edu/performances

AUG.

25

MUSIC

O F RI VER AND FIELD Aug. 25 at 4:30 p.m.

WATSON HALL Cello, Soprano and Piano

AUG.

29

MUSIC

UNC SA WIND E NS E MBLE: POPS ON T H E PLAZA! Aug. 29 at 6 p.m.

DANIELS PLAZA

Bring your lawn chair for an evening of toe-tapping tunes by the UNCSA Wind Ensemble. Experience iconic movie scores, show-stopping musicals and beloved classical works, from John Williams’ rousing themes to Disney’s vibrant melodies.

7

MUSIC

C AP T IVE HEART: A F LETCHER ALUM NI RECITAL Sept. 7 at 7:30 p.m.

WATSON HALL Emily Newton, Soprano Joshua Rupley, Piano

SEPT.

13

MUSIC FREE

P I ANO FRIDAY: G U EST P I ANIST PETER LAU L Sept. 13 at 7:30 p.m.

WATSON HALL

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SEPT.

14

MUSIC

U N CSA SYM P H ON Y ORCH E ST RA Sept. 14 at 7:30 p.m.

CENTENARY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Robert Franz, Conductor

The UNCSA Symphony Orchestra’s season-opening concert celebrates cultural identity through music. Led

by Music Director Robert Franz, the program features iconic works by composers who defied expectations to express their unique voices. The evening opens with Pulitzer Prizewinner Jennifer Higdon’s stirring “Spirit,” while Antonín Dvor̆ák’s vibrant Symphony No. 8 bursts with Bohemian spirit and Duke Ellington’s groundbreaking “Black, Brown and Beige” is a landmark celebration of African American music. Don’t miss this powerful exploration that transcends musical boundaries!

Photo: Wayne Reich

SEPT.

24

MUSIC

BL AC K MOU NTAIN T RI O : T H E PATH OF RO MANT ICISM Sept. 24 at 7:30 p.m.

WATSON HALL Dmitri Vorobiev, Piano Kevin Lawrence, Violin Brooks Whitehouse, Cello

Photo: Taylor Jones

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SEPT.

24 – 28

DANCE DESIGN & PRODUCTION

FA LL DA N CE Sept. 24-28 at 7:30 p.m.

Sept. 28 at 2 p.m.

AGNES DE MILLE THEATRE

Ready for an unforgettable night of dance? The School of Dance launches its season with a contemporary showcase featuring students performing new and established works. Guest artist Catherine Meredith and faculty members Ming-Lung Yang and Emily Nicolaou offer new works, while guest choreographer Gaspard Louis presents “Tota Pulchra Es,” celebrating humanity with music by William Banfield.

Faculty member Sean Sullivan stages a piece by famed choreographer José Limón.

AUGUST - SEPTEMBER

SEPT.

SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER

SEPT.

26 – OCT.

3

DESIGN & PRODUCTION DRAMA

OCT.

1

F EFU & HER FRIENDS Sept. 26-28 at 7:30 p.m.

Sept. 29 at 2 p.m.

Oct. 1-3 at 7:30 p.m.

SEPT.

28

MUSIC

UN CSA JAZZ ENSEM BLE: I MPROVISED MU SIC AND JAZZ CONCERT Sept. 28 at 7:30 p.m.

FREEDMAN THEATRE Steven Alford, Conductor

V E S N A D U O: ROOTS Oct. 1 at 7:30 p.m.

WATSON HALL Liana Pailodze Harron, Piano Ksenija Komljenović, Percussion

PATRONS THEATRE

The School of Drama opens the season with “Fefu & Her Friends,” a searing exploration of gender in 1930s America directed by senior student Darah Barenholtz.

This Obie-winning play by María Irnene Fornés delves into love, fear and societal pressures under the shadow of a loaded gun.

Brace yourself to confront the complexities of womanhood in this powerful production!

MUSIC

OCT.

3

MUSIC

H SA I OP E I LE E A N D M I CH A E L B U N CH M A N Oct. 3 at 7:30 p.m.

WATSON HALL Viola and Piano

OCT.

12 – 19

MUSIC

UNC SA FALL CHAM BER MUS I C FESTIVAL Oct. 12, 15 and 19 at 7:30 p.m.

WATSON HALL

UNCSA’s Chamber Music Festival returns for three fall concerts featuring alumnus Stefan Jezierski, longtime member of the Berlin Philharmonic, performing Brahms’ rhapsodic Horn Trio, as well as pianist Orion Weiss and violinist Dmitri Berlinsky performing Brahms’ masterful Piano Quintet in F minor. Witness the power of collaboration as students, faculty and renowned guest artists share the stage.

OCT.

20

MUSIC FREE

U N CSA W I N D E N S E M B LE A N D CH A M B E R W I N DS : I N S P I RAT I ON S Oct. 20 at 3 p.m.

RONALD REAGAN HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM

OCT.

18

FILMMAKING FREE

S C H O O L OF F I L MMAK ING LEG ACY C EL E BR ATION S C RE ENI N G Oct. 18 at 7 p.m.

The UNCSA Wind Ensemble invites you on a whirlwind musical tour!

Conducted by Mark A. Norman, our journey begins in the vibrant streets of Havana with Gershwin’s “Cuban Overture,” followed by a dip into Eastern European traditions with faculty artist Ksenija Komljenović’s “Slavdom.” Don’t miss the North Carolina premiere of Jennifer Jolley’s evocative “Dust,” performed by the Watson Brass, and end the evening with Omar Thomas’ soulful “Come, Sunday!” a tribute to the African American church tradition. Transcend borders with this powerful exploration of curated musical works.

Photo: Allison Lee Isley; David Hillegas

ACE MAIN THEATRE

UNCSA filmmakers rewind!

Celebrate the School of Filmmaking’s early years with student films from 1993-2003, showcasing a variety of genres and styles. Don’t miss additional legacy screenings of the second and third decades in February 2025.

The stage awaits! Buy your tickets for the 2024-25 season at uncsa.edu/performances

O C TO B E R - N OV E M B E R

OCT.

24 – NOV.

2

DESIGN & PRODUCTION DRAMA

OCT.

29

FA IRVIEW Oct. 24-26 at 7:30 p.m.

Oct. 27 at 2 p.m.

Oct. 31-Nov. 2 at 7:30 p.m.

MUSIC

B RASS I M PACT !

Oct. 29 at 7:30 p.m.

WATSON HALL

CATAWBA THEATRE

Uncomfortable? Good. “Fairview”

by Jackie Sibblies Drury isn’t your typical play. This Pulitzer Prize winner throws expectations out the window. Join the middle-class Frasiers for a birthday celebration that takes a shocking turn, forcing a deep look at race and societal power dynamics. Prepare to be challenged, surprised and ultimately introspective.

Don’t miss this groundbreaking theatrical experience directed by Jackie Alexander, artistic director of NC Black Repertory Company.

OCT.

26

MUSIC

AND REA CASARRU BIOS I N RECITAL Oct. 26 at 3 p.m.

WATSON HALL Cello and Piano

NOV.

2

MUSIC

U N CSA SYM P H ON Y ORCH E ST RA Nov. 2 at 7:30 p.m.

BRENDLE RECITAL HALL, WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY Robert Franz, Conductor

Celebrate the UNCSA Symphony Orchestra’s Concerto Competition winner, Baron Thor Young, who promises to shine in Weber’s Concerto for Bassoon and Orchestra.

Music Director Robert Franz also conducts Beethoven’s electrifying Seventh Symphony, a masterpiece bursting with energy. Don’t miss this exhilarating concert!

NOV.

7 – 16

DANCE DESIGN & PRODUCTION DRAMA MUSIC

NOV.

10

T H E WI L D PARTY Nov. 7-9 at 7:30 p.m.

Nov. 10 at 2 p.m.

Nov. 14-16 at 7:30 p.m.

NOV.

9

M U S I C OF T H E A M E RI CAS : TA D E U COE LH O A N D D M I T RI VOROB I E V Nov. 10 at 3 p.m.

WATSON HALL Flute and Piano

FREEDMAN THEATRE

Passion turns to pandemonium!

Queenie and Burr’s once-thrilling love story hits a rocky patch. Their solution? A wild party guaranteed to reignite the spark. Join a cast of unforgettable characters for a night of uninhibited dancing, drinking and, well … chaos. This jazzy, but darkly comedic, musical by Andrew Lippa will leave you, and Queenie, asking, “How Did We Come to This?” Prepare to be swept away by the glitz and glam of “The Wild Party,” directed by School of Drama assistant professor Cliff Odle.

MUSIC

NOV.

12

MUSIC

FI RE P I N K T RI O: I N T E RT W I N E D Nov. 12 at 7:30 p.m.

WATSON HALL Flute, Harp and Viola

NOV.

15

FILMMAKING FREE

“ M E T ROP OLI S ” W I T H LI V E M E TA L S CORE BY T H E S I LE N T LI G H T Nov. 15 at 7 p.m.

MUSIC

ACE MAIN THEATRE

F R O M ANCIENT WELLS: K E VI N L AWRENCE AND DMI T R I S HTEINBERG Nov. 9 at 7:30 p.m.

WATSON HALL Violin and Piano

NOV.

15

MUSIC FREE

U N CSA P I A N O ST U D E N TS I N RE CI TA L Nov. 15 at 7:30 p.m.

WATSON HALL

NOV.

16

MUSIC

U N CSA JA ZZ E N S E M B LE : I M P ROV I S E D M U S I C A N D JA ZZ CON CE RT Nov. 16 at 7:30 p.m.

UNCSA CAMPUS VENUES Steven Alford, Conductor

NOV.

Photo: Wayne Reich

16

MUSIC FREE

T WO’ S COM PA N Y: COLLA B ORAT I V E I N T E N S I V E FOR P I A N I STS A N D PA RT N E RS Nov. 16 at 4:30 p.m.

WATSON HALL

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NOV.

17

MUSIC

A. J. FLETCHER I N STITU TE: OPERA S CENES Nov. 17 at 2 p.m.

NOV.

25

19 – 23

DANCE

E MERG ING C HOREOG RAPHERS Nov. 19-23 at 7:30 p.m.

Nov. 23 at 2 p.m.

AGNES DE MILLE THEATRE

FREE

U N CSA T RU M P E T ST U D I O RE CI TA L Nov. 25 at 7:30 p.m.

WATSON HALL

HANESBRANDS THEATRE

NOV.

MUSIC

DEC.

6 – 8

DANCE DESIGN & PRODUCTION MUSIC

T H E N U TCRACK E R Dec. 6 at 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 7 at noon and 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 8 at 1 and 6:30 p.m.

TANGER CENTER

NOV.

WATSON BRASS IN RECITAL Nov. 19 at 7:30 p.m.

WATSON HALL Dave Dash, Trumpet Sam Santiago, Trumpet Maria Serkin, Horn John Ilika, Trombone Brent Harvey, Tuba

NOV.

22

MUSIC FREE

Immerse yourself in the magic of “The Nutcracker,” a cherished holiday tradition for over 50 years! See student artists bring Ilya Kozadayev’s captivating choreography to life, with Tchaikovsky’s enchanting score performed live by the UNCSA Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Chancellor Brian Cole. Create unforgettable memories and kick off your holiday season with this timeless classic at the Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts.

P I ANO FRIDAY: G U EST P I ANIST ANG ELA CHENG Nov. 22 at 7:30 p.m.

WATSON HALL

NOV.

24

MUSIC FREE

UN CSA VOICE STU DIO RECITAL: AM ERICAN STYLE Nov. 24 at 3 p.m.

WATSON HALL

NOV.

24

MUSIC FREE

UN CSA PERCU SSION STU DIO RECITAL: THE WHOLE SHEBANG Nov. 24 at 7:30 p.m.

WATSON HALL

Photo: Luke Jamroz; Peter Mueller

N OV E M B E R - D E C E M B E R

19

MUSIC

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DEC.

6 – 8

DANCE DESIGN & PRODUCTION DRAMA FILMMAKING MUSIC FREE

H O LI DAY SU ITE Dec. 6 at 6–8 p.m.

Dec. 7-8 at 5–10 p.m.

UNCSA CAMPUS VENUES

UNCSA’s new tradition whisks you on a magical tour through global winter celebrations. Explore a festively lit campus, witness heartwarming dance performances and feel the joy of diverse cultural sounds. This interactive holiday event showcases student-artists in a dazzling interdisciplinary collaboration.

DEC.

13

DESIGN & PRODUCTION FREE

P H OTON A Dec. 13 at 7:30 p.m.

FREEDMAN THEATRE

Step into the mesmerizing world of “Photona,” a spectacular multimedia showcase of lighting, projection and sound. At this eagerly awaited annual event, experience the talents of students as they display their skills with state-of-the-art equipment from leading lighting companies.

Engage with the design teams during interactive Q&A sessions and vote for your favorite show of the night. Don’t miss this exceptional production of artistic innovation from the School of Design & Production lighting program!

The stage awaits! Buy your tickets for the 2024-25 season at uncsa.edu/performances

SPRING 2025

21

MUSIC

LOW & LOWE R STANDARDS Jan. 21 at 7:30 p.m.

WATSON HALL Brooks Whitehouse, Cello Paul Sharpe, Double Bass

JAN.

25

MUSIC

NU ENS EMBLE Jan. 25 at 7:30 p.m.

JAN.

26

MUSIC

H A P PY B I RT H DAY, M OZ A RT !

Jan. 26 at 3 p.m.

WATSON HALL

UNCSA rings in Mozart’s 269th birthday with a cherished tradition — a stunning chamber music performance by renowned faculty artists. Immerse yourself in the music of this legendary composer, played by some of the nation’s finest musicians. Join us for this beloved event that has captivated audiences since 1978.

WATSON HALL

Photo: Allison Lee Isley; Wayne Reich

Dive into the electrifying world of contemporary music with UNCSA’s nu Ensemble. This exhilarating evening features a diverse program by today’s leading composers. Experience Anna Clyne’s intricate textures in “Overflow,” with a double woodwind quartet and the UNCSA Percussion Ensemble performs Aarush Bothra’s vibrant “Spring,” a piece that combines music and film. Don’t miss this cutting-edge performance!

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DECEMBER 2024 - JANUARY 2025

JAN.

FEB.

1

MUSIC FREE

UNC SA ORG AN STU DIO RE C I TAL Feb. 1 at 7:30 p.m.

FEB.

7 – 9

CRAWFORD HALL

DESIGN & PRODUCTION MUSIC

A . J. FLE TCH E R OP E RA I N ST I T U T E : “ D I E FLE D E RM AU S ” Feb. 7 at 7:30 p.m.

Feb. 9 at 2 p.m.

HIGH POINT THEATRE

FEB.

4

Vienna waltzes you away! The A.J. Fletcher Opera Institute presents Johann Strauss II’s treasured operetta “Die Fledermaus.” This comedic masterpiece bubbles with timeless melodies, sparkling wit and a touch of romance. Perfect for opera fans and newcomers alike, “Die Fledermaus” is a tale of a philandering husband, a clever wife and a night fueled by champagne.

Conducted by Music Director James Allbritten, with stage direction by Steven LaCosse.

MUSIC

DMI T RI SHTEINBERG I N R E CITAL Feb. 4 at 7:30 p.m.

WATSON HALL Piano

FEB.

6

MUSIC

UNC SA JAZZ ENSEMBLE: I MP R OVISED MU SIC AND JAZZ CONCERT Feb. 6 at 7:30 p.m.

AGNES DE MILLE THEATRE Steve Alford, Conductor

FEB.

7

MUSIC FREE

P I ANO FRIDAY: G U EST P I ANIST ANTONIO P O MPA- BALD I Feb. 7 at 7:30 p.m.

FEB.

8

MUSIC

FACU LT Y WOODW I N D RE CI TA L: N E W VOI CE S I N WOODW I N D M U S I C Feb. 8 at 7:30 p.m.

WATSON HALL

Photo: Allison Lee Isley

WATSON HALL

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FEB.

13

MUSIC

A C EL E BRATION OF E R I C L ARSEN Feb. 13 at 7:30 p.m.

WATSON HALL Emeritus Piano Faculty Member

FEB.

15

MUSIC

FEBRUARY

BRI LL I AN T AMERICAN WO ME N COMPOSER O F O UR TIM E Feb. 15 at 7:30 p.m.

WATSON HALL Dmitri Vorobiev, Piano Oskar Espina Ruiz, Clarinet

FEB.

16

MUSIC

C ANADI A N BRASS Feb. 16 at 7:30 p.m.

WATSON HALL

The world’s most famous brass quintet, the Canadian Brass brings their uniquely engaging stage presence and high-energy show to UNCSA. Expect dazzling arrangements, playful banter, theatrical effects and virtuosic playing that spans centuries. From Bach to Broadway, these brass all-stars promise a concert filled with laughter and unforgettable entertainment.

FEB.

Photo: Luke Jamroz

18

MUSIC

S O NO R O US: M U SIC FOR F R E NC H HORN AND BASS O O N Feb. 18 at 7:30 p.m.

WATSON HALL Stephanie Patterson, Bassoon Maria Serkin, Horn Allison Gagnon, Piano

FEB.

20 – 23

DANCE DESIGN & PRODUCTION

W I N T E R DA N CE Feb. 20-23 at 7:30 p.m.

Feb. 22-23 at 2 p.m.

FREEDMAN THEATRE

Ballet meets contemporary innovation in this year’s Winter Dance. Enjoy Pascal Rioult’s “Bolero,” set to Ravel’s soaring score, and see George Balanchine’s “Concerto Barocco” staged by alumna Amanda Edge against Bach’s timeless music. Faculty members Mikhail Tchoupakov, Jennet Zerbe and Phillip Broomhead present Léo Delibes’ lighthearted “Coppélia Suite,” while our very own Dean Endalyn T. Outlaw premieres an original contemporary work.

FEBRUARY - MARCH

FEB.

20 – 28

DESIGN & PRODUCTION DRAMA

FEB.

21

FILMMAKING FREE

F RANKIE & JOHNNY IN T HE CLAIRE D E LU NE Feb. 20-22 at 7:30 p.m.

Feb. 23 at 2 p.m.

Feb. 26-28 at 7:30 p.m.

S CH OOL OF FI LM M A K I N G LE G ACY CE LE B RAT I ON S CRE E N I N G Feb. 21 at 7 p.m.

PATRONS THEATRE

ACE MAIN THEATRE

Spark your Valentine’s Day with the sizzling romance of “Frankie & Johnny”! This critically acclaimed play explores the complexities of love after a first date. Laughter, tears and heartfelt conversations unfold as the characters grapple with the question: Is this the real deal? Directed by senior student Ron Weiss, this vibrant and humorous production by the legendary Terrence McNally is perfect for date night.

FEB.

22

MUSIC

I DA B I E LD E R, OS KA R E S P I N A RU I Z A N D D M I T RI VOROB I E V I N RE CI TA L Feb. 22 at 7:30 p.m.

WATSON HALL Violin, Clarinet and Piano

FEB.

27

MUSIC

U N CSA SYM P H ON Y ORCH E ST RA Feb. 27 at 7:30 p.m.

CENTENARY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Robert Franz, Conductor

MAR.

11 – 15

MUSIC

UNC SA S PRING C H AMBE R M U SIC F EST I VAL Mar. 11 & 15 at 7:30 p.m.

MAR.

23

MUSIC FREE

U N CSA P E RCU SS I ON G OE S TO T H E M OV I E S Mar. 23 at 7:30 p.m.

WATSON HALL

WATSON HALL

The UNCSA Spring Chamber Music Festival returns for its fifth year!

Expect a thoughtfully curated program blending beloved classics with intriguing contemporary works performed by students, faculty and guest artists. Immerse yourself in the beauty of chamber music. Featured cellist Zvi Presser will return to UNCSA after serving on faculty from 2004-07, and additional guest artists will be announced soon!

MAR.

DESIGN & PRODUCTION DRAMA MUSIC

APR.

N ATAS H A , P I E RRE , & T H E G RE AT COM E T OF 1 81 2 Mar. 27-29 at 7:30 p.m.

Mar. 30 at 2 p.m.

Apr. 3-5 at 7:30 p.m.

27 – 5

CATAWBA THEATRE

MAR.

14

FILMMAKING FREE

PANO RAMA SCREENING Mar. 14 at 7 p.m.

Photo: Allison Lee Isley

ACE MAIN THEATRE

Skip the 1,400-page “War and Peace” saga — “Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812” delivers Tolstoy’s heart in an electrifying pop opera.

This masterpiece condenses the epic into a whirlwind romance. Follow the naive Natasha as she navigates love, scandal and redemption. Directed

by School of Drama faculty member Quin Gordon, this adaptation is set to a thrilling score that blends classical music, Russian folk music and indie rock. The production received 12 Tony Award nominations, and The New York Times called it “the best new musical to open on Broadway since ‘Hamilton’.”

Buy your tickets now at uncsa.edu/performances

MAR.

29

MUSIC

UNC SA JAZZ ENSEMBLE: I MP R OVISED MU SIC AND JAZZ FESTIVAL Mar. 29 all-day event UNCSA CAMPUS VENUES Steven Alford, Conductor

Calling all jazz enthusiasts! The UNCSA Jazz Ensemble presents a day-long jam session, and you’re invited. Groove to big band dance music and get swept away by modern jazz performed by multiple jazz combos.

Witness the next generation of musicians take center stage as UNCSA students and guest ensembles share their passion for improvisation. Conducted by Jazz and Contemporary Department Chair Steven Alford.

APR.

3 – 6

DESIGN & PRODUCTION DRAMA

T H E W E LK I N Apr. 3-5 at 7:30 p.m.

Apr. 6 at 2 p.m.

FREEDMAN THEATRE

Life hangs in the balance in the School of Drama season finale, “The Welkin.”

British playwright Lucy Kirkwood’s gripping drama follows Sally Poppy, whose fate rests with a jury of “matrons” (who have given birth themselves) discovering the truth behind her pregnancy. Humor flickers amidst the tension as the rural town awaits the arrival of Halley’s Comet. Directed by alumna Acadia Barrengos, this powerful play asks: “How far have we truly come?” (Financial Times)

APR.

12 30

MUSIC

MAR.

30

CENTENARY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Robert Franz, Conductor

UNDE RG RADUATE O P E R A SCENES Mar. 30 at 2 p.m.

AGNES DE MILLE THEATRE

MUSIC FREE

UNC SA HORN STU DIO RE C I TAL Mar. 30 at 7:30 p.m.

U N CSA SYM P H ON Y ORCH E ST RA Apr. 12 at 7:30 p.m.

APR.

13

MUSIC FREE

U N CSA T ROM B ON E ST U D I O RE CI TA L Apr. 13 at 4:30 p.m.

WATSON HALL

WATSON HALL

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Photo: Wayne Reich

MAR.

MUSIC

APR.

15

MUSIC FREE

UNC SA P IANO STU DIO RE C I TAL Apr. 15 at 7:30 p.m.

WATSON HALL

APR.

19

FILMMAKING FREE

MET L TO UR: I NNOVAT IVE STO RY T E LLING & NE W T ECHNOLOGY Apr. 19 at 3-6 p.m.

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CENTER FOR DESIGN INNOVATION

23 – 27

DESIGN & PRODUCTION MUSIC

A. J. F LE TCHER O P E R A I N STITU TE: “BAL LYMORE,” AN O P E R A I N TWO PARTS Apr. 23 and 25 at 7:30 p.m.

Apr. 27 at 2 p.m.

AGNES DE MILLE THEATRE

Photo: Allison Lee Isley

Step into 1960s Northern Ireland. “Ballymore,” a contemporary opera by “born opera composer” (Opera News) Richard Wargo, follows two couples’ fight for love.

Teenagers Mag and Joe face societal rejection after Mag’s pregnancy, while Andy and Hanna, navigating middle age, battle disapproval for their romance. Will love conquer all? Experience love’s defiance and the enduring resilience of the human heart.

MARCH - APRIL

APR.

24 – 27

DANCE DESIGN & PRODUCTION MUSIC

MAY

3

FREEDMAN THEATRE

APR.

26

FREE

U N CSA SYM P H ON Y ORCH E ST RA : ORCH E ST RA L P RE M I E RE S May 3 at 2 p.m.

S PRING DANCE Apr. 24-27 at 7:30 p.m.

Apr. 26-27 at 2 p.m.

Celebrate 100 years of the Martha Graham Dance Company with the School of Dance! Experience highlights from Graham’s evocative “Dark Meadow Suite,” exploring life’s journey and connection, set to a score by Mexican composer Carlos Chávez. Spring Dance also features new contemporary ballet works by faculty Ilya Kozadayev and Cherylyn Lavagnino, while Brenda Daniels presents a contemporary piece set to Bach’s “Cello Suite No. 4,” played live by grad student Bruno Coz Núñez.

MUSIC

CRAWFORD HALL Mark A. Norman, Conductor

MAY

4

MUSIC

RE YN OLDA QUA RT E T May 4 at 2:30 p.m.

REYNOLDA HOUSE MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART Ida Bieler, Violin Janet Orenstein, Violin Jordan Bak, Viola Brooks Whitehouse, Cello

MUSIC

UN CSA WIND ENSEM BLE AND CHAMBER WINDS Apr. 26 at 7:30 p.m.

BRENDLE RECITAL HALL, WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY

Photo: Luke Jamroz

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FILMMAKING FREE

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16

FILMMAKING FREE

S C H O O L OF F I L MMAK ING T H I R D-Y EAR FILMS May 15 at 7 p.m.

S CH OOL OF FI LM M A K I N G FOU RT H -YE A R FI LM S May 16 at 4 and 8 p.m.

ACE MAIN THEATRE

ACE MAIN THEATRE

Step into the world of UNCSA’s third-year filmmakers! Experience their groundbreaking, universityfunded projects in this community showcase. Join us on campus or stream online to celebrate the future of film with this unforgettable event!

Lights, camera, action! Don’t miss the School of Filmmaking’s thesis film screening, showcasing the capstone projects of our graduating filmmakers. A diverse selection of student-created films will be showcased, each representing the culmination of students’ artistic journey.

These professionally produced films, funded by UNCSA, offer a glimpse into the talents and creative visions of the next generation of filmmakers.

Photo: Hailey Cheyenne Port

MAY

Witness professional-level talent—buy your 2024-25 performance tickets today!

PERFORMANCE VENUES

UNCSA ARTS CARD The UNCSA Arts Card offers patrons a way to buy multiple student performance tickets at one time, with a $5 discount over single non-student ticket prices.

Choose a tier that is appropriate for your needs, purchase your Arts Card and then contact the Box Office to reserve your tickets.

SCAN FOR AN INTERACTIVE MAP OF ALL PERFORMANCE VENUES UNCSA CAMPUS 1533 S. Main St. Winston-Salem ACE Exhibition Complex Agnes de Mille Theatre Alex Ewing Performance Place Catawba Theatre Freedman Theatre Patrons Theatre Crawford Hall Daniels Plaza Watson Hall Brendle Recital Hall Wake Forest University 1775 Wake Forest Rd Centenary United Methodist Church 646 W. 5th St. Winston-Salem

TIER 1

6 Tickets

$115

TIER 2

10 Tickets

$180

TIER 3

16 Tickets

$280

BOX OFFICE INFORMATION PHONE (336) 721-1945 ONLINE Performance dates, times and venues are subject to change. uncsa.edu/performances IN PERSON Watson Hall Box Office 1533 South Main St. Winston-Salem Monday-Friday, Noon–5 p.m.

Center for Design Innovation (CDI), Innovation Quarter 450 Design Ave. Winston-Salem Hanesbrand Theatre 209 N. Spruce St. Winston-Salem High Point Theatre 220 E. Commerce Ave. High Point Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts 300 N. Elm St. Greensboro Ronald Reagan High School Auditorium 3750 Transou Rd. Pfafftown

STAY IN TOUCH Sign up for our monthly newsletter to learn more about the students behind these incredible performances. uncsa.edu/performances uncsapresents uncsapresents uncsa

TICKET PRICING ADULTS

Starting at $25

NON UNCSA STUDENT

Starting at $20

GROUP RATES For most UNCSA shows, discounted ticket prices are available for groups of 10 or more. For more information, please contact the box office.

GIFT CERTIFICATES UNCSA gift certificates are available in any amount and are valid for up to one year. They can be used at the box office to purchase tickets for any UNCSA performance at any of our venues.

SCAN FOR AN INTERACTIVE LIST OF ALL PERFORMANCES

P E R F O R M A N C E V E N U E S + B OX O F F I C E I N F O R M AT I O N

UNCSA.EDU/PERFORMANCES

Photo: Wayne Reich

VIEW ONLINE

Non-Profit Organization U.S. POSTAGE PAID Permit No. 1 Winston-Salem, NC

1533 South Main St. Winston-Salem, NC 27127-2738

Cover Photos: Peter Mueller; Allison Lee Isley; Wayne Reich

Back Cover Photo: Allison Lee Isley

DAN CE / DESIGN & P R OD UC T I ON / D R A M A / F I L M M A K I N G / MU S I C

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