Experience, enjoy and connect with the arts with Arizona Arts

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 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

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May 13

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
May 9

MFA Thesis Concert

School of Dance
Experience the cutting
Experience the cutting
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Venue: Stevie Eller Dance Theatre
Start Time: 7:30pm

MFA Thesis Concert

MFA Thesis ConcertLEARN MORE MFA Thesis Concert
May 13

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

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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'
May 20

Mamma Mia!

Broadway in Tucson
A mother. A daughter. 3
A mother. A daughter. 3
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Venue: Centennial Hall
Start Time: 7:30pm

Mamma Mia!

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May 14

Magic Hour 2025

School of Theatre, Film & Television
What do an arrogant AI
What do an arrogant AI
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Venue: Marroney Theatre
Start Time: 6:00pm

Magic Hour 2025

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May 13

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School of Art
Join undergraduates and
Join undergraduates and
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Venue: Lionel Rombach Gallery
Start Time: 10:00am

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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

Frances Gateward to lead School of Theatre, Film & Television

Frances Gateward to lead School of Theatre, Film & TelevisionLEARN MORE

Dr. Frances Gateward has been appointed as the next director of the University of Arizona School of Theatre, Film & Television. She will begin her appointment this

Dr. Frances Gateward has been appointed as the next

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Frances Gateward to lead School of Theatre, Film & Television

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
May 11

Son Rompe Pera

Arizona Arts Live
Straight from the
Straight from the
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Venue: Hotel Congress Plaza
Start Time: 7:00pm

Son Rompe Pera

Son Rompe PeraLEARN MORE Son Rompe Pera

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

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

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

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

Arizona Arts on AZPM

Arizona Arts on AZPMLEARN MORE

For years, Arizona Public Media (AZPM) has showcased the creativity and talent emerging from Arizona Arts and the College of Fine Arts. Through in-depth features, artist

For years, Arizona Public Media (AZPM) has showcased the

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Arizona Arts on AZPM

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

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

Utz earns Sundance award in directorial debut

Utz earns Sundance award in directorial debutLEARN MORE

Alumna Lindsay Utz in her directorial debut earned a World Cinema Documentary Audience Award for “Prime Minister” at the Sundance Film Festival on Jan. 31. Utz

Alumna Lindsay Utz in her directorial debut earned a World

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Utz earns Sundance award in directorial debut
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