Season of the Arts, 2024-2025

DCMA’s 2024-25 Season of the Arts promises a diverse array of cultural experiences for the NSU Community. With a blend of visual art, theatre, music concerts, and dance, our season aims to provoke thought, inspire creativity, and celebrate the essence of the human spirit. Themes such as love, resilience, identity, and the power of imagination will be explored, inviting audiences to delve into the depths of the human experience. Join us as we showcase the transformative power of the arts and embrace the richness they bring to our lives.

FALL 2024
Opening Reception September 26, 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Gallery 217
Guest Artist Exhibition: Mwanel Pierre-Louis
The Department of Communication, Media, and the Arts welcomes new contemporary artist Mwanel Pierre-Louis who is pushing the envelope with color, story, and energy. Experience Pierre-Louis's incredible paintings Sept 26 - Nov 7. For more information, contact Mario D'Agostino at mdagost0@nova.edu
October 4 & 5 at 7:30pm - October 6 at 2:00pm
Black Box Theatre
City Theatre and DCMA Present
From Page to Stage: A Program of Short Plays and Musicals
Enjoy a series of short plays as NSU students team up with award-winning, professional theatre company City Theatre. Free admission with NSU ID. Please click this link for tickets. For more information, contact Alex Alvarez at aalvare1@nova.edu
October 16 8:00am - 2:00pm
Don Taft University Center & Miniaci Performing Arts Center
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 Modern Dance, Dance Improvisation, Jazz Dance, Hip Hop, Tap, Dance for the Camera, Contemporary Dance, and Salsa. For more information and to register, contact Elana Lanczi at lanczi@nova.edu
October 17 6:00am - 7:30pm
Don Taft University Center, Gallery 217
Guest Artist Workshop: Mwanel Pierre-Louis
The Department of Communication, Media, and the Arts is hosting a Guest Artist Workshop with famed South Florida Artist, Mwanel Pierre-Louis. The workshop is open to the public. For more information and to register, contact L'Nique Noel at ln507@nova.edu
November 16 7:30pm - November 17 2:00pm
Miniaci Performing Arts Center
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
Opening Reception November 14 5:00pm -  7:00pm
Gallery 2017
11th Faculty Art Exhibition
Gallery 217 proudly presents a vibrant exhibition of faculty artworks. Exhibition runs Nov 14 - Jan 31. For more information, contact Mario D'Agostino at mdagost0@nova.edu
November 22 7:30 PM
Performance Theatre
Peace Concert 2024
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
WINTER 2025
January 24 at 7:30pm
Performance Theatre
Improv Jam
Laugh with us! Laugh at us! All laughs are welcome at the Annual Improv Jam! For more information, contact Dan Gelbmann at gelbmann@nova.edu
Opening Reception Feb 13 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Gallery 217
16th Juried Student Art Exhibition
Celebrate the best of the Art+Design program. Select student works will be on view during this juried exhibition. Exhibit runs from Feb 13 - Apr 18. For more information, contact Mario D'Agostino at mdagost0@nova.edu
February 21 & 22 at 7:30pm - Feb 23 at 2:00pm
Black Box Theatre
Cymbeline By William Shakespeare
Romance, comedy, tragedy, and more. Everyone is invited for a night of Shakespeare. For more information, contact Alex Alvarez at aalvare1@nova.edu
Opening Reception March 27 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Alvin Sherman Library - Cotilla Gallery.
15th Senior Showcase Art Exhibition
Witness the outstanding works created by the 2025 graduating class. Exhibition runs Mar 27 - May 1. For more information, contact Mario D'Agostino at mdagost0@nova.edu
March 27 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Alvin Sherman Library - Cotilla Gallery.
Mark Lindsay Duncan Legacy Endowment for the Arts Donor Reception
Join us in commemorating the legacy of founding arts professor, Mark Duncan, as we highlight the remarkable achievements of our students and the profound impact our programs have had on their journeys to success. This celebratory champagne reception promises an enjoyable atmosphere complete with entertainment and tasty treats. With the generous support of our donors and alumni, we aim to further strengthen our endowment. Come together with us to honor Mark’s enduring influence and the bright future of the arts at NSU.
To Learn more and support the Mark Lindsay Duncan Legacy Endowment, please click here.
April 11 & 12 at 7:30pm
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
April 25 at 7:30pm
Performance Theatre
Spring Music Concert
Celebrate spring with a concert featuring NSU’s Mako Band and the Bossa Nova Chorale. For more information, contact Bill Adams at wadams@nova.edu

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