Symphony Orchestra performs

Arts ·

Tune into Music this November!

November is filled with music events from the Department of Performing Arts' vocal and instrumental ensembles.
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Image source: AU Theatre/Musical Theatre Program on Facebook

Arts ·

Discounted and Free in D.C.

Check out the free or discounted exhibits and shows available to students!
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"The Herstory of Henri IV pt. 1" photo by Ethan Kauffman

Arts ·

Announcing Fall 2024 Performing Arts Events

Music, theatre, and dance performances are free for AU students
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Matthew Van Hoose has been the Nationals organist since 2010. Courtesy of the Washington Nationals Baseball Club

In the Community ·

Playing in the Big Leagues

Matthew Van Hoose has delighted baseball fans for 14 years as the organist for the Washington Nationals, which will host AU Day on August 28.
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DANCEWORKS 2024 performers

Arts ·

Your Guide to Participating in the Performing Arts at American University

Take the spotlight with performance opportunities in dance, music, and theatre/musical theatre.
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Austin Zielenbach, SPA/BA ’24, auditions for the national anthem as CAS professor Dan Abraham listens. Photo by Jeff Watts

On Campus ·

O Say Can You Sing?

Go behind the curtain to discover how AU picked the five national anthem singers for this year’s 147th commencement.
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AU Danceworks dancers perform at Greenberg Theatre

Arts ·

DANCEWORKS 2024 Showcases Innovative Choreography on the Greenberg Theatre Stage

Faculty and guest choreographers inspire students across different styles of dance
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Student actors practice fight choreography

Arts ·

Student Actors Raise Their Swords

Actors in Shakespeare adaptation learn sword fighting from Robb Hunter
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AU Audio Tech alums, from left to right, Jonathan Cornell, Rebeca Lindenfeld, and Liz Grzyb

Arts ·

Hitting the Right Notes: AU Audio Tech Alums Making Their Mark on Industry

Connor Lammas, MA’25, checks in with recent alumni to learn about their successes in the world of audio tech
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"Head Over Heels," photo: Jeff Watts

Arts ·

Announcing Spring 2024 Performing Arts Events

Music, theatre, and dance performances are free for AU students
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