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Season of the Arts
Get ready for an inspiring year! The Department of Communication, Media, and the Arts' 2025–26 Season of the Arts brings a diverse array of cultural experiences to the Nova Southeastern University community. With captivating visual art, compelling theatre, vibrant music concerts, and dynamic dance performances, our season aims to provoke thought, ignite creativity, and celebrate the human spirit. Explore universal themes like love, resilience, identity, and the power of imagination, and discover the transformative impact of the arts in our lives.
Fall 2026
Sept. 10 – October 1
Opening Reception, Sept. 10, 5:00–7:00 p.m.
Gallery 217
12th Faculty Art Exhibition
Gallery 217 proudly presents a vibrant exhibition of faculty artwork. For more information, contact Mario D'Agostino at mdagost0@nova.edu.
October 2, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Rosenthal Student Center
World College Radio Day
Join us as we celebrate music, talk, news, and everything else you hear on the radio. For more information, contact Mike Lynn at ml2009@nova.edu.
October 2 & 3, 7:30 p.m.; October 4, 2:00 p.m.
Miniaci Performing Arts Center
Ticketed Event
Pippin — Theatre Production
Join us to experience Pippin. An NSU Theatre Production. For more information, contact Alex Alvarez at aalvare1@nova.edu.
October 14, 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Performance Theatre, UC 233, UC 309
Registration opens at 8:00 a.m.
Dance Awareness Day
Calling all dancers! South Florida high school students are invited to participate in this annual celebration of dance that offers workshops in many types of dance. For more information, contact Elana Lanczi at lanczi@nova.edu.
October 16, 7:30 p.m.
Performance Theatre
Ticketed Event
Shark Talent Showcase
Join us for a celebration of music. For more information, contact Bill J. Adams at wadams@nova.edu.
October 24, 7:30 p.m.
Performance Theatre
Mayfly 24-Hour Theatre Project
Join us for a collection of short plays created and directed by students in just 24 hours. For more information, contact Alex Alvarez at aalvare1@nova.edu.
October 29 – December 3
Opening Reception, October 29, 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.
Gallery 217
Guest Artist
Exhibition
The Department of Communication, Media, and the Arts welcomes new contemporary artists to present their work. For more information, contact Mario D'Agostino at mdagost0@nova.edu.
November 13, 7:30 p.m.
Miniaci Performing Arts Center
Ticketed Event
Peace: A Musical Celebration
Celebrate peace with a concert featuring NSU music ensembles, soloists, and the Bossa Nova Chorale. For more information, contact Bill Adams at wadams@nova.edu.
November 18, 12:00 p.m.
Alvin Sherman Library Cotilla Gallery
Sounds of the Season
Celebrate the holidays with a concert featuring NSU music ensembles, soloists, and the Bossa Nova Chorale. For more information, contact Bill Adams at wadams@nova.edu.
November 21 & 22, 7:30 p.m.
Miniaci Performing Arts Center
Ticketed Event
DanceWorks
The Department of Communication, Media, and the Arts presents performances by the NSU Dance Ensemble and original choreography created by Dance faculty and featured guest artists. For more information, contact Elana Lanczi at lanczi@nova.edu.
Winter 2027
January 22, 7:30 p.m.
Don Taft University Center, Performance Theatre
Improv Jam
Presented by Stage 2 Productions (an NSU Student Company) At Improv Jam 12, join us to watch NSU students perform in this hilarious variety show filled with original improvisation skits. You won’t want to miss this night of comedy and laughter!
February 10, 7:30 p.m.
Miniaci Performing Arts Center
The Music of Bill Withem
Join us for an evening of chamber music composed by NSU music faculty Dr. Bill Withem. For more information, contact Bill J. Adams at wadams@nova.edu.
February 11 – March 4
Opening Reception, Feb 11, 5:00–7:00 p.m.
UC Gallery 217
16th Senior Showcase Art Exhibition
Witness the outstanding works created by the 2027 Art + Design graduating class. For more information, contact Mario D'Agostino at mdagost0@nova.edu.
February 19 & 20, 7:30 p.m.; February 21, 2 p.m.
Black Box Theatre
Ticketed Event
Clue —Theatre Production
Join us to experience Clue. An NSU Theatre Production. For more information, contact Alex Alvarez at aalvare1@nova.edu.
March 19, 7:30 p.m.
Black Box Theatre
Sonnido Commercial Music Concert
Join us for an evening of commercial music. For more information, contact Bill J. Adams at wadams@nova.edu.
March 25 – April 29; Opening Reception, March 25, 5:00–7:00 p.m.
UC Gallery 217
18th Juried Student Art Showcase
Celebrate the best of the Art + Design program. Select student works will be on view during this juried exhibition. For more information, contact Mario D'Agostino at mdagost0@nova.edu.
April 9 & 10, 7:30 p.m.
Don Taft University Center, Performance Theatre
Student Choreography Showcase
Don’t miss these original works choreographed and performed by NSU dance students. For more information, contact Elana Lanczi at lanczi@nova.edu..
Date TBD
Mailman Auditorium
Stage 2 Production
Join us to experience a NSU Theatre Production. For more information, contact Alex Alvarez at aalvare1@nova.edu.
April 12, 5:00–6:00 p.m.
Don Taft University Center, UC Gallery 217
Digressions Literary & Art Journal Volume Launch
Join us to celebrate the launch of the newest volume of the Digressions Literary & Art Journal! Contributors will be present to read or share their work. For more information, contact Janine Morris at jmorris2@nova.edu.
April 16, 7:30 p.m.
Miniaci Performing Arts Center
Ticketed Event
Spring Music Concert
Celebrate spring with a concert featuring NSU’s Mako Band and the Bossa Nova Chorale. For more information, contact Bill J. Adams at wadams@nova.edu.
