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Discover the transformative power of the arts with Arizona Arts at the University of Arizona. Explore an extraordinary range of events and experiences—from innovative performances to curated exhibitions—that inspire and connect. Glimpse into the creative campus life with stories showcasing the talent of our students, faculty, and alumni

May 7

Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr.

Arizona Arts Live
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Venue: Centennial Hall
Start Time: 6:00pm
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Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr.

Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr.LEARN MORE Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr.
April 26

Little Women

School of Theatre, Film & Television
Set during the Civil
Set during the Civil
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Venue: Marroney Theatre
Start Time: 1:30pm

Little Women

Little WomenLEARN MORE Little Women
April 26

2025 MFA Thesis Exhibition

School of Art
Carrying on a tradition
Carrying on a tradition
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Venue: Joseph Gross Gallery and Center for Creative Photography
Start Time: 10:00am
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Public Reception: May 1, 5-7 p.m., CCP Lobby

2025 MFA Thesis Exhibition

2025 MFA Thesis ExhibitionLEARN MORE 2025 MFA Thesis Exhibition
April 25

Brooklyn Rider

Arizona Arts Live
Celebrate 20 years of
Celebrate 20 years of
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Venue: Tooley’s Cafe
Start Time: 7:30pm

Brooklyn Rider

Brooklyn RiderLEARN MORE Brooklyn Rider

CCP at 50: Center celebrates with ‘Picture Party’

CCP at 50: Center celebrates with ‘Picture Party’LEARN MORE

The Center for Creative Photography (CCP) at the University of Arizona is celebrating its 50th anniversary with “Picture Party: Celebrating the Collection at 50,” an

The Center for Creative Photography (CCP) at the

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CCP at 50: Center celebrates with 'Picture Party'
April 26

Photography and Asian Diasporas in the Americas

Center for Creative Photography, School of Art
Although Asian
Although Asian
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Venue: Center for Creative Photography
Start Time: 9:30am

Photography and Asian Diasporas in the Americas

Photography and Asian Diasporas in the AmericasLEARN MORE Photography and Asian Diasporas in the Americas
April 26

Hank Willis Thomas: LOVERULES

University of Arizona Museum of Art
Hank Willis Thomas is a
Hank Willis Thomas is a
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Venue: University of Arizona Museum of Art
Start Time: 10:00am

Hank Willis Thomas: LOVERULES

Hank Willis Thomas: LOVERULESLEARN MORE Hank Willis Thomas: LOVERULES
April 22

Dance In-Process (spring)

School of Dance
Check out the many ways
Check out the many ways
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Venue: Ina Gittings Dance Studios 124/130
Start Time: 6:30pm

Dance In-Process (spring)

Dance In-Process (spring)LEARN MORE Dance In-Process (spring)
April 24

Virtual Art Trivia Happy Hour: Wonders of the World!

University of Arizona Museum of Art
“Preserve and
“Preserve and
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Venue: University of Arizona Museum of Art
Start Time: 5:00pm

Virtual Art Trivia Happy Hour: Wonders of the World!

Virtual Art Trivia Happy Hour: Wonders of the World!LEARN MORE Virtual Art Trivia Happy Hour: Wonders of the World!
April 24

Beyond My Window, featuring “Produce”

School of Music
On April 24, the
On April 24, the
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Venue: Slonaker House / Crowder Hall
Start Time: 5:00pm

Beyond My Window, featuring “Produce”

Beyond My Window, featuring “Produce”LEARN MORE Beyond My Window, featuring
May 2

Jon Nakamatsu

Arizona Arts Live
Experience an evening
Experience an evening
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Venue: Centennial Hall Stage
Start Time: 7:30pm

Jon Nakamatsu

Jon NakamatsuLEARN MORE Jon Nakamatsu
May 10

I Dream in Widescreen 2025

School of Theatre, Film & Television
The University of
The University of
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Venue: Fox Tucson Theatre
Start Time: 7:00pm

I Dream in Widescreen 2025

I Dream in Widescreen 2025LEARN MORE I Dream in Widescreen 2025

Broadway in Tucson announces 20th season

Broadway in Tucson announces 20th seasonLEARN MORE

Broadway in Tucson celebrates its 20th anniversary with its 2025 / 2026 season, featuring “Back to the Future,” “The Wiz,” and Moulin Rouge!, winner of 10 Tony Awards,

Broadway in Tucson celebrates its 20th anniversary

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Broadway in Tucson announces 20th season

Illustrator Pooja Venkatachalam Kumar was drawn to visual thinking

Illustrator Pooja Venkatachalam Kumar was drawn to visual thinkingLEARN MORE

From the ancient temples of Tirupati to the vibrant classrooms of the University of Arizona, Pooja Venkatachalam Kumar’s journey is a testament to the transformative power of

From the ancient temples of Tirupati to the vibrant

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Illustrator Pooja Venkatachalam Kumar was drawn to visual thinking

CCP’s Brito receives national AAM Museum Impact Award

CCP’s Brito receives national AAM Museum Impact AwardLEARN MORE

Denisse Brito, learning and engagement manager at the Center for Creative Photography (CCP), has received the 2025–2026 Museum Impact Award from the American Alliance of

Denisse Brito, learning and engagement manager at the

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CCP's Brito receives national AAM Museum Impact Award

Six new projects blend creativity and community impact

Six new projects blend creativity and community impactLEARN MORE

This year, six Arts Research + Resilience projects were awarded funding through a continuing partnership between the Arizona Institute for Resilience and the College of Fine

This year, six Arts Research + Resilience projects were

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Six new projects blend creativity and community impact

Dylan Cook named 2024-25 Presser Scholar

Dylan Cook named 2024-25 Presser ScholarLEARN MORE

Dylan Cook was named the 2024-2025 Presser Scholar at the University of Arizona School of Music, one of the most prestigious awards for undergraduate music students.  The

Dylan Cook was named the 2024-2025 Presser Scholar at the

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Dylan Cook named 2024-25 Presser Scholar

Arts Hero: Duane Cyrus, inspiring tomorrow’s dancers

Arts Hero: Duane Cyrus, inspiring tomorrow’s dancersLEARN MORE

The breadth of Duane Cyrus’ career as an artist, producer, curator and educator is kaleidoscopic – always changing, reflective and fascinating. His current post, as Director

The breadth of Duane Cyrus’ career as an artist, producer,

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Arts Hero: Duane Cyrus, inspiring tomorrow's dancers

Nelsons establish endowment to support TFTV undergraduates

Nelsons establish endowment to support TFTV undergraduatesLEARN MORE

Craig T. Nelson and Doria Cook-Nelson are establishing an endowment to support scholarships for undergraduate students in the School of Theatre, Film & Television at the

Craig T. Nelson and Doria Cook-Nelson are establishing an

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Nelsons establish endowment to support TFTV undergraduates

Bennett Curran finds documentary focus in covering fire

Bennett Curran finds documentary focus in covering fireLEARN MORE

After evacuating his home during the Palisades Fire, online film student Bennett Curran was compelled to return and start filming the effects. When he saw the Hollywood Hills

After evacuating his home during the Palisades Fire,

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Bennett Curran finds documentary focus in covering fire
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