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Photo courtesy of The Second City.

Laughing For All The Wrong Reasons

Celebrating nearly seven decades of groundbreaking comedy, The Second City returns with Laughing For All The Wrong Reasons, a hilarious mix of iconic sketches, fresh new material, and signature improv.  

Photo courtesy of Step Afrika!. Taken by Keith Major.

Step Afrika!: The Evolution Tour

Experience the electrifying energy of Step Afrika!, the world’s leading authority on the art of stepping, in a performance filled with powerful rhythms, storytelling, humor, and audience participation.   

Wide view of a contemporary art gallery with white walls displaying framed artworks and small installations. In the foreground, a dark sculpture of a reclining human figure rests on a low, hexagonal wooden pedestal. In the midground, a glass display case atop a white plinth contains small objects, while additional framed pieces and a wall-mounted display box with drawings are arranged along the walls. The space is well-lit with clean floors and minimal decor, emphasizing the artworks.

59th Annual Juried Undergraduate Exhibition

This exhibition is an extraordinary opportunity for Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµundergraduate students to share their artwork with a larger public and to enhance their skills in presenting artwork in a professional gallery setting.   

Image from 2026 MFA Thesis Exhibition.

2027 Master of Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition

Experience the culmination of three years of intense creative study and exploration in this exhibition highlighting artwork by graduating MFA students in the Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµSchool of Art and Design.   

Image courtesy of NC Symphony.

North Carolina Symphony: Classical Favorites Celebrating America 250

Enjoy an evening of familiar melodies and timeless classics featuring beloved orchestral works with your North Carolina Symphony.   

Image from 2025 MFA Thesis Exhibition.

Master of Fine Art Thesis Exhibition 2026

Experience the culmination of three years of intense creative study and exploration in this exhibition highlighting artwork by graduating MFA students in the Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµSchool of Art and Design.   

Kenneth Noland, Reef, 1969, acrylic on canvas, 44 x 164.25 inches. ©Kenneth Noland. Gift of the Artist. Image courtesy of Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµPhoto Services.

20th Anniversary Exhibition

Step into a visual timeline that celebrates the 20th Anniversary of the Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµFine Art Museum through a dynamic exhibition showcasing decades of Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµ's dedication to collecting and curating contemporary art.  

Image courtesy of Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµPhoto Services.

58th Annual Juried Undergraduate Exhibition

This exhibition is an extraordinary opportunity for Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµundergraduate students to share their artwork with a larger public and to enhance their skills in presenting artwork in a professional gallery setting.   

Image courtesy of DRUM TAO.

DRUM TAO

Founded in 1993 in Oita, Japan, this internationally renowned ensemble creates a one-of-a-kind performance filled with athleticism, artistry, and heart-pounding energy. With handcrafted instruments, original compositions, and stunning costumes, DRUM TAO offers a modern and unforgettable take on Japanese performing arts.