Bodies In Emotion

Dance transcends cultures because our bodies all serve as instruments of expression. Allow yourself to be awed by the tremendous talent cultivated at one of the nation’s best, the School of Dance, alongside Arizona Arts Live, and come away with an unforgettable experience and a new appreciation for what the human body can achieve.

Unlock your Arizona Arts experience at little or no cost

Unlock your Arizona Arts experience at little or no costLEARN MORE

Did you know that as a University of Arizona student, you have access to incredible arts events, often at little to no cost?

Did you know that as a University of Arizona student, you

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Unlock your Arizona Arts experience at little or no cost

Medici Mondays: Piper Northburg

Medici Mondays: Piper NorthburgLEARN MORE

Piper Northburg participated in Hubbard Street Dance Chicago’s ‘Explore Intensive,’ last summer, thanks to support from the Medici Circle.

Piper Northburg participated in Hubbard Street Dance

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Medici Mondays: Piper Northburg

Medici Mondays: Charles Palmer Jr.

Medici Mondays: Charles Palmer Jr.LEARN MORE

Charles Palmer Jr. took classes at many major dance studios in New York City, thanks to support from the College of Fine Arts Medici Circle.

Charles Palmer Jr. took classes at many major dance studios

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Medici Mondays: Charles Palmer Jr.

'boundary migratory' connects U of A dance with arts scene

'boundary migratory' connects U of A dance with arts sceneLEARN MORE

On Nov. 2, the Blue Lotus Artist Collective in downtown Tucson came alive with 'boundary migratory,' a unique performance curated by Cyrus.

On Nov. 2, the Blue Lotus Artist Collective in downtown

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'boundary migratory' connects U of A dance with arts scene

Medici Mondays: Gianna Diaz

Medici Mondays: Gianna DiazLEARN MORE

Gianna Diaz participated in a summer intensive with choreographer Doug Varone, thanks to support from the College of Fine Arts Medici Circle.

Gianna Diaz participated in a summer intensive with

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Medici Mondays: Gianna Diaz

School of Dance announces 2024/25 season

School of Dance announces 2024/25 seasonLEARN MORE

The University of Arizona School of Dance is proud to unveil its 2024/25 performance season, a vibrant array of dance concerts

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School of Dance announces 2024/25 season

Shining bright: CFA recognizes student achievements

Shining bright: CFA recognizes student achievementsLEARN MORE

The College of Fine Arts will celebrate its brightest stars on Oct. 25 at the Arts Oasis for the 2024 Achievement Awards.

The College of Fine Arts will celebrate its brightest stars

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Shining bright: CFA recognizes student achievements

Medici Mondays: Ryan Evans

Medici Mondays: Ryan EvansLEARN MORE

Ryan Evans attended the ‘Create Intensive’ at the Hubbard Street Dance Chicago this summer,  thanks to the College of Fine Arts Medici Circle.

Ryan Evans attended the ‘Create Intensive’ at the

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Medici Mondays: Ryan Evans

Medici Mondays: Margo Bartlett

Medici Mondays: Margo BartlettLEARN MORE

Margo Bartlett participated in a cultural exchange tour of Japan and China, thanks to support from the College of Fine Arts Medici Circle.

Margo Bartlett participated in a cultural exchange tour of

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Medici Mondays: Margo Bartlett

Introducing the new faculty in the College of Fine Arts 

Introducing the new faculty in the College of Fine Arts LEARN MORE

The University of Arizona College of Fine Arts is excited to welcome five new faculty members for the 2024-2025 academic year.  These accomplished educators, artists, and

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Introducing the new faculty in the College of Fine Arts 

Fall Arts Preview 2024 from Arizona Arts

Fall Arts Preview 2024 from Arizona ArtsLEARN MORE

Arizona Arts presents a 2024 fall semester of experiences to engage audiences on campus at the University of Arizona and in the community.

Arizona Arts presents a 2024 fall semester of experiences

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Fall Arts Preview 2024 from Arizona Arts

The Sky is the Limit for Skylar Fry

The Sky is the Limit for Skylar FryLEARN MORE

Skylar Fry was named the Outstanding Senior for the College of Fine Arts and School of Dance at the 2024 CFA Graduation Convocation, May 12..

Skylar Fry was named the Outstanding Senior for the College

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The Sky is the Limit for Skylar Fry

CFA celebrates its 2024 graduates, award winners 

CFA celebrates its 2024 graduates, award winners LEARN MORE

The College of Fine Arts celebrates its graduates at the Spring 2024 Graduation Ceremony May 12 at Centennial Hall.

The College of Fine Arts celebrates its graduates at the

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CFA celebrates its 2024 graduates, award winners 

School of Dance benefit reaches scholarship goal

School of Dance benefit reaches scholarship goalLEARN MORE

The School of Dance's inaugural scholarship benefit gala on Feb. 16 was a resounding success, reaching its goal of raising $100,000.

The School of Dance's inaugural scholarship benefit gala on

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School of Dance benefit reaches scholarship goal

How can the arts inform future space exploration

How can the arts inform future space explorationLEARN MORE

How can the arts can intersect with space exploration? A four-person all-artist crew undertook a simulated moon mission to find out. 

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How can the arts inform future space exploration

Dancing in Space

Dancing in SpaceLEARN MORE

Associate Dance Professor Elizabeth ‘Liz’ George is among the four artists participating in Imagination 1, a six-day simulated moon mission.

Associate Dance Professor Elizabeth ‘Liz’ George is

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Dancing in Space

Special guests headline inaugural dance scholarship benefit

Special guests headline inaugural dance scholarship benefitLEARN MORE

The inaugural School of Dance Scholarship Benefit on Feb. 16 hopes to raise $100,000 to support student success and they are bringing in several special guests for the

The inaugural School of Dance Scholarship Benefit on Feb.

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Special guests headline inaugural dance scholarship benefit

All-artist crew to undertake a six-day simulated moon mission

All-artist crew to undertake a six-day simulated moon missionLEARN MORE

An all-artist crew from the University of Arizona, a writer, dancer, poet and textile artist, will undertake a six-day simulated moon mission.

An all-artist crew from the University of Arizona, a

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All-artist crew to undertake a six-day simulated moon mission

Arizona Arts at TEDxUArizona 2023

Arizona Arts at TEDxUArizona 2023LEARN MORE

Arizona Arts was well represented at TEDxUArizona: Spirit of Wonder on Nov. 1 at Centennial Hall. Now you can watch all of the talks here.

Arizona Arts was well represented at TEDxUArizona: Spirit

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Arizona Arts at TEDxUArizona 2023
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Taryn Williamson launches 'Fit to Perform'

Taryn Williamson launches 'Fit to Perform'LEARN MORE

Taryn Williamson, a 2024-25 JustArts Fellow, is launching "Fit to Perform," a project promoting inclusivity and body positivity in the arts.

Taryn Williamson, a 2024-25 JustArts Fellow, is launching

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Taryn Williamson launches 'Fit to Perform'

'Medici Mondays' | 2024 Fall Summary

'Medici Mondays' | 2024 Fall SummaryLEARN MORE

Arizona Arts brought the inspiring work of Medici Scholars to life with 18 social posts and web stories in the ‘Medici Mondays’ series.

Arizona Arts brought the inspiring work of Medici Scholars

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'Medici Mondays' | 2024 Fall Summary

Jocelyn Markeson: A Classroom Trailblazer

Jocelyn Markeson: A Classroom TrailblazerLEARN MORE

Jocelyn Markeson has been selected as the “Outstanding Senior” by the School of Theatre, Film & Television and College of Fine Arts.

Jocelyn Markeson has been selected as the “Outstanding

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Jocelyn Markeson: A Classroom Trailblazer

Mo Casorla: Mastering Music and Motion

Mo Casorla: Mastering Music and MotionLEARN MORE

Muhamed “Mo” Casorla was named the “Outstanding Senior” by the University of Arizona School of Music for the 2024 fall semester.

Muhamed “Mo” Casorla was named the “Outstanding

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Mo Casorla: Mastering Music and Motion

Jordan Shomper: Leading through music

Jordan Shomper: Leading through musicLEARN MORE

Jordan Shomper was named the “Outstanding Graduate Student” by the University of Arizona School of Music for the 2024 fall semester.

Jordan Shomper was named the “Outstanding Graduate

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Jordan Shomper: Leading through music

Linda Garcia Escobar: A dynamic, emerging educator

Linda Garcia Escobar: A dynamic, emerging educatorLEARN MORE

Linda Garcia Escobar was named the "Outstanding Senior" by the University of Arizona School of Art for the 2024 fall semester.

Linda Garcia Escobar was named the "Outstanding Senior" by

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Linda Garcia Escobar: A dynamic, emerging educator

Dr. Joan Ashcraft to deliver fall graduation keynote

Dr. Joan Ashcraft to deliver fall graduation keynoteLEARN MORE

Dr. Joan Ashcraft, a three-time graduate of the School of Music, will deliver the keynote address at the CFA Fall Graduation Convocation.

Dr. Joan Ashcraft, a three-time graduate of the School of

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Dr. Joan Ashcraft to deliver fall graduation keynote

Exploring hidden histories through art: Beihua Guo's journey

Exploring hidden histories through art: Beihua Guo's journeyLEARN MORE

From Shanghai to the sweeping landscapes of the American West, Beihua Guo’s journey is as transformative as his art. 

From Shanghai to the sweeping landscapes of the American

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Exploring hidden histories through art: Beihua Guo's journey
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