Coordinated by Winthrop University College of Visual and Performing Arts
The College of Visual & Performing Arts invites you to join us for a special "ArtsWinthrop" Take Over event. This event will allow prospective students interested in music, fine arts, design, theatre and dance the opportunity to connect with faculty and current students while also getting the full visit experience, including an Admissions presentation and campus tour. More details about the schedule of the events to follow registration.
Coordinated by Winthrop University Department of Theatre & Dance
An Experimental Devised Piece: Student created by Ami Hughey
The story takes the audience through the slings and arrows of what it means to create theatre, bringing them into an entire spectrum of emotional atmospheres. As the characters learn to deal with the idea of emotions, they trek through a tumultous journey surrounding the central question: "What does it mean to exist?"
*This production contains mature content/language and may not be suitable for children.
Admission: $5 Student/ Senior, $15 General Admission
Coordinated by Winthrop University Department of Theatre & Dance
By: Michael Frayn
Conceived when English playwright Michael Frayn was watching a performance from the wings, he said, "It was funnier from behind than in front, and I thought that one day I must write a farce from behind." In this rip-roaring classic, the audience is treated to a hilarious behind-the-scenes peek at an acting troupe rehearsing and performing the farce Nothing On. Despite nerves, dropped lines and technical difficulties, they make it through rehearsal and open the show. As time goes by, things deteriorate until pandemonium ensues and axe-wielding co-stars, drunken cast members and misplaced sardines take center stage during a disaster of a performance that threatens to jinx the old saying, "The show must go on." This play within a play was meta before meta was meta.
Admission: $10 Student/ Senior, $15 General Admission
A Celebration of Black Music History: Jazz and Commercial Music Ensemble
02.27 | 7:30 p.m. | The Edge, DiGiorgio Campus Center
Coordinated by Winthrop University Department of Music
Ensemble Series
This event will performances by the Commericial Break Music Ensemble and the Swingin' Eagles Jazz Ensemble. With pieces by: The Jackson 5, Duke Ellington, India Arie, Thad Jones, Faith Evans, Prince, James Brown, The Tempations, Beyonce, TLC, Herbie Hancock, and Quincy Jones!
Coordinated by Winthrop University College of Visual and Performing Arts
The College of Visual & Performing Arts invites you to join us for a special "ArtsWinthrop" open house. This event will allow prospective students interested in music, fine arts, design, theatre and dance the opportunity to connect with faculty and current students while also getting the full visit experience, including department tours. This event is open to all prospective students.
Coordinated by Winthrop University Department of Theatre & Dance
The showing will feature works representing the untold stories of the African American community using dance as a lens and are choreographed and performed by current dance education majors in the theatre and dance department. This performance is in collaboration with the African American Studies Program.
Coordinated by Winthrop University Department of Music
Come celebrate the Persian new year (Nowruz), the most popular event of the year for the Persians of the world. Join us to hear soothing, relaxing, and exciting live Persian acoustic music, and see the live performance of Persian dance art. This will be a memorable experience!
Admissions: Free and open to public. *Optional $25 donation to support Women's rights in Iran-- via link below
Coordinated by Winthrop University Department of Design
You know them as X-Men, X-Force, the New Mutants, or simply Mutants. But what do mutants fight for? Are they heroes, or villains? Is Deadpool merely a clown? Why are they feared by non-Mutants, loathed by some government officials? At this Cultural Event, you'll learn about how comics are made, how real life and historical events impact comics, and the real people who bring these stories to life.
Coordinated by Winthrop University Department of Theatre & Dance
By William Shakespeare
From historic feud to ill-fated union, Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet finds new significance in Winthrop's intimate Studio Theatre. Verona is sick. Its structures broken and its citizens in a state of desperation. When a system favours the few, the many are left with nothing but unhealthy choices. Admist the violence, bloodshed, fear and unrest, two teenagers find unexpected relief in each other. But will love be enough to save them from Society's sickness?
Admission: $10 Student/ Senior, $15 General Admission
Coordinated by Winthrop University College of Visual and Performing Arts
The College of Visual & Performing Arts invites you to join us for a special "ArtsWinthrop" open house. This event will allow prospective students interested in music, fine arts, design, theatre and dance the opportunity to connect with faculty and current students while also getting the full visit experience, including department tours. This event is open to all prospective students.
Coordinated by The Department of Fine Arts and the African American Studies Program
Admission: Free and open to public
Visual artist Asa Jackson will be speaking about his colorful large-scale textile pieces which are constructed from African fabric and recycled clothing. His globally-inspired works reference the lived experiences of diverse populations through their visual power and the lens of African spirituality.
Rutledge Gallery & Elizabeth Dunlap Patrick Gallery
Coordinated by Winthrop University Galleries
Cultural Event
In conjunction with our Emergent Ecologies Exhibition, Winthrop Galleries is hosting a free program featuring performance art, scientific research, and Non-profit advocacy for environmentally distressed communities. This event will begin with an interdisciplinary performance by E.E. Balcos, Mark Leonard Lewis, and Claudia O'Steen. This will be followed by a presentation from Dr. Brent Woodfill on the human impact on the environment. The program will conclude with a talk by Jessi Lessenberry about A Place For Hope, a local non-profit dedicated to supporting our community.
Coordinated by Winthrop University Department of Theatre & Dance
Admission: $5 General Admission
*Cultural Event
By Kevin Kling based on the book by Kevin Henkes
Directed by Stephen Gundersheim
Based on the beloved children's book by Kevin Henkes, a young mouse named Lilly learns to deal with the problems that many children face. It is a tale that emphasizes the importance of being considerate, apologizing when in the wrong, and forgiving others when they apologize. This exuberant Theatre for Young Audiences show is perfect for children pre-K through 4th grade and for audiences of all ages.
Coordinated by Winthrop University Department of Theatre & Dance
Admission: $5 for all tickets/ all performances
*Cultural Event
A devised script musical theatre exploration of independence. This story shows the complexity and challenges of proclaiming one's individualism, and the various meanings of what independence is to each one of us and the responsibilities that come with it.
Filipino Classical Guitar Concert on Kundiman by world renowned composer, conductor and classical guitarist Michael Dadap
10.27 | 4 p.m.
Barnes Recital Hall
Cultural Event
Coordinated by Winthrop University Department of Music
We invite you to celebrate Filipino American History Month with us this October 2024. Winthrop University is partnering with the Filipino American Association of Greater Columbia and the South Carolina Commission for the Arts to bring to South Carolina the world renowned conductor, composer, classical guitarist and advocate of Filipino traditional music Michael Dadap in his lecture-concert on Kundiman. Maestro Dadap will be explaining the uniqueness of this traditional Filipino music genre and playing historically significant pieces for his audience.
Coordinated by Winthrop University Department of Music
Contact: music@winthrop.edu
November 12
Jazz Ensemble Concert
11.12 | 7:30 p.m.
The Edge, DiGiorgio Campus Center
Cultural Event
Tickets: $5
Coordinated by Winthrop University Department of Music
This ensemble plays classic big band repertoire written by composer such as Count Basie Orchestra, Thad Jones, Maria Schneider, Duke Ellington, and Mary Lou Williams. Space is limited and a ticket will be required to attend this event.
Coordinated by Winthrop University College of Visual and Performing Arts & Winthrop Admissions
The College of Visual & Performing Arts invites you to join us for special mock classes during First Look Friday. These classes will allow prospective students interested in music, fine arts, design, theatre and dance the opportunity to connect with faculty and current students while also getting the full college experience. This event is open to all prospective students. Register Today!
Coordinated by Winthrop University Department of Theatre & Dance
Admission: $5 with Winthrop ID | $10 General Admission
*Cultural Event
A lively, entertaining and eclectic mix of one-act plays directed by advanced theatre students. This production contains mature content language and may not be suitable for children.
Coordinated by Winthrop University Department of Music
The Commercial Music Ensemble performs popular music genres including rock, R&B, Soul, Country, and hip hop. In the past, we have played songs by Stevie Wonder, Lake Street Dive, 4 Non Blondes, and Whitney Houston. Space is limited and a ticket will be required to attend this event.
