Academic Performance / Season Calendar

Faculty Art Show

Woodbury Art Museum

Opening Reception: Tuesday, Oct 1, 6-8 PM

OCT 1 - DEC 14

The 2019 School of the Arts Art & Design faculty invite you to view their latest projects. See the amazing work that these award winning faculty typically only share through other exhibitions. Don’t miss this engaging & diverse final show of the year.

The Woodbury Art Museum is free and open to the public.

Tuesday: 11am-8pm
Wednesday-Saturday: 11am-5pm

Woodbury Art Museum
575 East University Parkway N250 (University Place)
Orem, UT, 84097

Hidden Voices: Aesthetics of Change

In conjunction with Zeitgeist: Spirit of the Times

Woodbury Art Museum

Jan 14 - Mar 7

“Hidden Voices: Aesthetics of Change" explores the power of art to creatively explore contemporary social issues that confront the cultural beliefs and established power structures of society that challenge ideas of equity, justice, and sustainability.

Nancy Steele-Makasci’s exhibition Zeitgeist confronts contemporary social issues concerning gender inequality, economic and justice disparity, agricultural monopolization, environmental exploitation and silence. Cultural beliefs and established power structures that hurt, defeat and destroy innocent lives are creatively exposed and challenged through a series of powerful images rebelliously defying inequalities with unpredictable figures, words and symbology.

The Woodbury Art Museum is free and open to the public.

Woodbury Art Museum
575 East University Parkway N250 (University Place)
Orem, UT, 84097

Jazz Jam

Jan 21

Each spontaneous, communal, music-making jam session is hosted by one of Utah's top jazz musicians. Traditionally, jam sessions have served as social hangs, networking opportunities, and friendly competitions - and at UVU, any professional, amateur, or student jazz musician is invited to bring their instruments and get in on the action. A great jam session can be like a fantastic conversation, introducing you to new musical ideas and perspectives.

La Traviata

By Giuseppe Verdi

Libretto by Franscesco Maria Piave

Jan 22 | 23 | 24 | 25

The most popular, distinct and recognizable of Verdi’s operas, La Traviata is the story of Violetta, a courtesan who falls in love with Alfredo. Their tragic and doomed love is peppered with beautiful declarations of love and affection. Based on the book La Dame aux Camélias, you might also recognize Violetta’s story as the one told in the movie Moulin Rouge! Come enjoy the spectacle and the romance at The Noorda – this one is not to be missed.

Spring Choral Showcase at St. Francis of Assisi

UVU Choirs

Feb 6

A long-standing and beloved UVU tradition, the choirs at UVU share an evening of vocal music in gorgeous St. Francis of Assisi Church in Orem with guest high school singers.

Concerto Night

UVU Symphony Orchestra

Feb 13

The UVU Symphony Orchestra performs a wide variety of literature from the 18th to 21st centuries. The Symphony's mission is to provide experiences that will enrich the musical artistry of students and enliven the musical community on and off campus. Students playing string, brass, woodwind and percussion instruments come together to meet that goal.

Repertory Ballet Ensemble in Concert

Repertory Ballet Ensemble

Feb 13 | 14 | 15

Repertory Ballet Ensemble will be featuring an evening of mixed repertory. Works will include a suite of dances from the iconic Marius Petipa ballet, Paquita, as well as choreography by UVU graduates, Joni Tuttle-McDonald and Rebecca Vidales, and UVU faculty members, Jamie A. Johnson and Mark Borchelt. The evening will feature a mix of classical and contemporary dance styles certain to enthrall all audiences.

Mos.A.I.C. Hip Hop Showcase

Mos.A.I.C. Hip Hop Company

Feb 26 | 27 | 28

Mosaic Hip Hop Company brings the passion and power of hip-hop to it's diverse cultural audience. As a company we want to promote hip hop culture as well as support an educational challenging experience at UVU. This year, our show is jam-packed with an incredible line up of performers including, singers, local hip hop crews, MC's, special guest artist and student choreography by Mos.A.I.C, you don't want to miss this fun hip hop show!

Noises Off

Feb 28 | 29

Mar 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7

Called “the funniest farce ever written,” Noises Off presents a manic menagerie of itinerant actors rehearsing a flop called Nothing’s On. Doors slamming, on and offstage intrigue, and an errant herring all figure in the plot of this hilarious and classically comic play.

Trajectory

Contemporary Dance Ensemble

Mar 5 | 6 | 7

Contemporary Dance Ensemble (CDE) is a pre-professional level modern dance company that provides real world experiences as students develop and enrich their artistry and prepare for careers in dance. Company members work with a variety of nationally and internationally acclaimed choreographers and have opportunities to perform regionally, nationally and internationally. CDE dancers are consistently featured in the American College Dance Association Regional Gala Concert, and have also had the honor of performing at the National Festival, at the Kennedy Center in Washington DC.

Spring Acappella Concert

Mar 6

Blending harmonies, syncopated rhythms and exciting surprises make for an incredible night of music produced solely by human voices. Rhapsody, a 9 person group arranges and songs songs from “Sound of Silence” by Simon and Garfunkel, to Queens’ number one hit “Bohemian Rhapsody”. Each voice is amazing on it’s own, but together they find a magical sound. The newest group to UVU, VOX brings a new sound to A Capella by using looping, tight harmonies and rhythm and surprises audiences by creating live arrangements on the spot. You won’t want to miss this amazing night of the current top 40 hits performed by the human voice.

Jazz Jam

Mar 10

Each spontaneous, communal, music-making jam session is hosted by one of Utah's top jazz musicians. Traditionally, jam sessions have served as social hangs, networking opportunities, and friendly competitions - and at UVU, any professional, amateur, or student jazz musician is invited to bring their instruments and get in on the action. A great jam session can be like a fantastic conversation, introducing you to new musical ideas and perspectives.

Senora Tortuga

By Roxanne Schroeder-Arce

Mar 13 | 14

This English/Spanish play celebrates two languages and two cultures. It uses stories from Mexican culture to give hope to a mother in a border community who struggles to raise her son and daughter. When a Señora comes to Pedro’s home and shares the fantastical story of the enchanted serpent and the Mexican legend of Cucuy, the boy learns life lessons from her tales of wisdom.

Jazz Combo Showcase

UVU Jazz

Mar 24

The perfect blend of individual creativity and collaborative interaction can result in incredible jazz music. UVU's jazz combos perform music from a wide range of styles and eras, and each ensemble has its own unique stylistic focus. Many of the bands perform music composed or arranged by its members.

Short Attention Span Theatre (SAST)

Apr 1 | 2 | 4

Join UVU Theatre for its annual celebration of student creativity with this festival of student written, student directed, and student acted 10-minute plays. Some of the most creative and unusual work of the year will be found in these short plays that combine together to create an evening of fun and enjoyment.

UVU Jazz Orchestra Concert

UVU Jazz Orchestra

Apr 2

The seventeen-piece UVU Jazz Orchestra is the Department of Music’s premiere jazz ensemble. In recent years, the Jazz Orchestra has performed with renowned jazz artists such as trumpeter Greg Gisbert and Grammy-nominated saxophonist Tia Fuller.

Spring Cherry Blossoms

UVU Chamber Orchestra

Apr 6

A celebration of UVU's global spotlight on Japan for 2019-2020, featuring Takemitsu's Three Film Scores for Strings Orchestra. The Orchestra’s mission is to provide experiences that will enrich the musical artistry of students and enliven the musical community on and off campus. Students playing string instruments come together to meet that goal.

Jazz Jam

Apr 7

Each spontaneous, communal, music-making jam session is hosted by one of Utah's top jazz musicians. Traditionally, jam sessions have served as social hangs, networking opportunities, and friendly competitions - and at UVU, any professional, amateur, or student jazz musician is invited to bring their instruments and get in on the action. A great jam session can be like a fantastic conversation, introducing you to new musical ideas and perspectives.

A Tribute to Japan

Percussion UVU

Apr 8

Percussion UVU performs innovative and varied percussion repertoire in classical, popular, and non-western styles from the Baroque period to current world premieres. Their concerts are diverse and include music with great energy and vigor and music of the most delicate and subtle nature. Directed by Dr. Doug Smith.

Senior Capstone Dance Concert

Apr 9 | 10 | 11

Celebrate the creative work of our graduating dance majors as they join their resources and talents to create a collaborative Capstone concert. Be inspired, be engaged, be moved by this dynamic concert which showcases works of varied dance forms and styles created by UVU’s emerging choreographers.

Charlotte’s Web

Based on the Book by E.B. White

Adapted by Joseph Robinette

Music and Lyrics by Charles Strouse

Apr 10 | 11 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 17 | 18 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 24 | 25

This play captures E.B.White’s classic story in a thrilling and theatrical way. Meet Wilbur, a loveable young pig who seeks to avoid the butcher; Fern, a girl who understands what animals say; Templeton, a gluttonous rat who can be sometimes be talked into a good deed; and most of all, Charlotte, the extraordinary spider who proves to be “a true friend and a good writer.”

Mixtape LIVE

Apr 10

A degree in commercial music prepares students for professional work in the music industry. The four performing bands: Sonic Exchange (pop), UVGroove (Funk), The Punk Project (punk) and a newly formed a capella group, showcase a culmination of a study studio arranging and production, film/media composition, and jazz/commercial performance.

Tchaikovsky Anniversary

UVU Symphony Orchestra

Apr 16

The UVU Symphony Orchestra performs a wide variety of literature from the 18th to 21st centuries. The Symphony's mission is to provide experiences that will enrich the musical artistry of students and enliven the musical community on and off campus. Students playing string, brass, woodwind and percussion instruments come together to meet that goal.

Ballroom Dance in Concert

UVU Ballroom Dance Company

Apr 17 | 18

The UVU Ballroom Dance Company is a premiere performance company. After competing on Dancing with the Stars, the group won the Mirror Ball trophy as the champions of the show's first-ever collegiate competition. The UVU Ballroom Dance Company has won four world titles at the Open British Championships held in Blackpool, England and performed in China. The company wows audiences and judges everywhere with their fresh choreography and enthusiasm for the art of ballroom styles in International and American, including Latin, Standard Ballroom, Smooth, and Rhythm. Directed by Chris Witt and Tara Boyd.

Chamber Choir Concert

UVU Chamber Choir

Apr 17

The premier choral ensemble at Utah Valley University, the UVU Chamber Choir is composed of thirty-two undergraduates who share a passion for collective vocal artistry. This ensemble, conducted by Dr. Reed Criddle, specializes in a cappella repertoire of all styles and periods. The Chamber Choir has recently toured Spain, China, as well as the East and West Coasts of the United States. Come hear their sweet strains in the new Concert Hall.

Poetic Inspirations

UVU Wind Symphony

Apr 22

The UVU Wind Symphony focuses on honing performance skills of students who play woodwind, brass and percussion instruments. The group studies both classical and modern concert literature, honing the craft of being a sharp player as a part of a whole. Their concerts will sweep you away in the fantastical way only a group of talented musicians can.

The Importance of Being Earnest

The Operetta (In Italian)

Apr 24 | 25

Gwendolyn loves Ernest, Cecily loves Ernest, and unfortunately neither Jack nor Algernon (the objects of their affection) have been entirely truthful about their real names. Watch this delightful comedy of errors play out through song - a unique take on the Oscar Wilde classic!