UNCW’s Office of the Arts serves Wilmington by shining a spotlight on the intellectual life of the campus through diverse and unique cultural programming.
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We welcome you to join us in Kenan Auditorium this Friday, June 10, 2022, at 7:30 p.m. to witness the iconic jazz drummer, Albert "Tootie" Heath, and the Tootie Heath Trio!
Tootie will be accompanied on stage by pianist, Emmet Cohen, and bassist, Russell Hall.
Tickets can be purchased in-person or online at bit.ly/tootieheath
We have a big announcement for everyone! In an effort to consolidate our Facebook presence and provide the best possible content for our followers, we encourage you to follow the UNCW Kenan Auditorium page where all relevant information on shows and events will be posted starting June 30, 2022.
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Al "Tootie" Heath Trio Set to Appear At UNC-W Concert June 10, 2022 by Larry Reni Thomas | JazzCorner.com News
NEA (National Endowment of the Arts) Jazz Master drummer/ percussionist Albert Tootie Heath and his trio, pianist Emmet Cohen and bassist Russell Hall, are scheduled to perform, June 10, 2022, 7:30 p.m., at Kenan Auditorium, on the campus of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington,...
The Wilmington Dance Festival is here!! Taking place tonight and tomorrow at Kenan Auditorium at 7:30 p.m.! For tickets, visit https://uncw.edu/arts/presents/2021-2022/dance-festival.html
UNCW’s Office of the Arts will present the festival along with The Dance Cooperative, a Wilmington arts outreach and educational organization.
Get ready for a celebration with Wilmington Dance Festival! The next UNCW Presents event is approaching on May 6-7, AT 7:30 p.m.
Get Tickets at: https://uncwarts.universitytickets.com/
The Wilmington Dance Festival is a celebration of evocative local dancers and choreographers. Wilmington Dance Festival is co-presented with the Dance Cooperative, a non-profit here in Wilmington focused on providing affordable classes, rehearsal spaces, and performance opportunities to those under-served artistically, culturally, and economically in the greater Wilmington area.
Join the CFCC Library for a book talk on The House on Mango Street! Taking place this Tuesday, April 26th at noon and Wednesday, April 27th at 6 p.m. in person on the second floor of the Cape Fear Community College Library in Building L, or online by following this link: https://libguides.cfcc.edu/NEA-Big-Read
The Human Mortals Project takes place this Friday, April 22, at 5:30 PM. Co-sponsored by UNCW Theatre. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/humanmortals
On Thursday, April 21st the Office of the Arts will be hosting a screening of Lily Topples the World, an exciting documentary that is a part of the Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers.
Please show up between 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. for a meet and greet with Chris Wright of Domino Masters as he builds a custom domino design on the Kenan stage. Before the start of the film, Chris will choose audience members to help topple it! Reserve your free tickets here: https://uncw.edu/arts/presents/2021-2022/southern-circuit.html#lilytopples
Join us for Stories Beyond Borders: Film Screening and Panel Discussion tomorrow, April 12th at 6 p.m. in Kenan Auditorium. For more details visit, bit.ly/storiesbeyondborders
The UNCW Seahawks Give Campaign begins in just 15 minutes! We ask that you consider supporting the The Office of the Arts. Your support will help us continue to host artistically and culturally diverse programs and provide opportunities for students and members of the community to learn from and connect with nationally acclaimed performers .
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UNCW Presents another memorable show at Kenan Auditorium this April 9th at 7:30 p.m. - Las Cafeteras!
Using traditional Son Jarocho instruments like the jarana, requinto, quijada (donkey jawbone), and tarima (a wooden platform), Las Cafeteras sing in English, Spanish, and Spanglish, and add a remix of sounds from rock to hip-hop to rancheras. Las Cafeteras use music as a vehicle to build bridges between different cultures and communities, creating ‘a world where many worlds fit.’ Born and raised east of the Los Angeles River, Las Cafeteras remix roots music and deliver inspiring lyrics to tell modern-day stories of a community seeking love and justice in the concrete jungle of Los Angeles. Join us for an incredible performance. You can get tickets at:
https://uncwarts.universitytickets.com/
Wilmington Symphonic Winds presents showstopper performance, ‘Gershwin & Friends‘
The Wilmington Symphonic Winds presents ‘Gershwin & Friends‘ featuring triple Grammy-nominated pianist Petronel Malan.
SEAHAWK FAM IS BACK! UNCW Presents is delighted to share a series of programs for younger audiences called SEAHAWK Family Arts Matinees, or SEAHAWK FAM for short. The series is BACK for Summer of 2022 with $5 performances on Thursday mornings, designed as a creative and entertaining respite from the summer heat. These special one-hour performances will run June 23 – July 28, all in UNCW’s Kenan Auditorium. The July 14th performance is sensory friendly! Group discounts for schools and summer camps are available! Please consider bringing your group to one or more of our events! For more information and tickets, visit: uncw.edu/arts/fam
UNCW Presents another amazing show at Kenan Auditorium this Thursday at 7:30 p.m. - New Morse Code! New Morse Code is an alluring and uncommon combination of cello and percussion. In practice, they are best described as two musicians of extraordinary depth and skill untethered by their instrumental constraints. Come enjoy an amazing performance tomorrow night! You can get tickets at: https://uncwarts.universitytickets.com/
We would like to extend a very enthusiastic and heartfelt thanks to all of our artists, patrons and collaborators who participated in The Lumina Festival of the Arts: Reggae Redemption Rising! We simply couldn't have done this without you. We aim to continue to bring quality arts programming through the Lumina Festival next year!
We have prepared a brief post-survey to gain your thoughts and opinions to better serve you in the future. The survey should only take 4-5 minutes to complete. Be assured that all answers you provide will be kept in the strictest confidentiality. Please provide your name and e-mail address at the end of the survey to receive two (2) free tickets to a select UNCW Presents 2022-2023 season show of your choice. You can complete the survey here: bit.ly/lumina22survey
The Lumina Festival continues with Trampled by Turtles TONIGHT at 7:30 p.m. in Kenan Auditorium! Visit https://uncw.edu/arts/lumina/ for more details!
Don't miss Katie Pruitt tonight at 7:30 p.m. in Kenan Auditorium!
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WEATHER UPDATE: The Wilmington Latin Dance - Salsa Dance Party has moved to a rain location:
The Studio Collective, 5629 Oleander Dr STE 106
Dance the night away with Wilmington Latin Dance! This FREE salsa party will feature a beginner lesson and short performances by Wilmington Latin Dance, followed by an inclusive and lively dance party for students, community members, and visitors. Join us for the Steel Pulse and Mystic Vibrations performance before the Salsa Party for a full evening of dance! https://uncw.edu/arts/lumina/
The next few days are jam-packed with some amazing concerts!
TONIGHT - Ras Lidj Regg'Go Band with Opening Act Black Arts Alliance: Bigg B and The Midday Miss
March 19 - Steel Pulse with Opening Act Mystic Vibrations
March 20 - Katie Pruitt
March 22 - Trampled by Turtles
For the full schedule and tickets visit: www.uncw.edu/arts/lumina
Add some humor to your St. Patrick's Day with The Second City Touring Company! Bringing in the laughs TONIGHT at Kenan Auditorium! For more info and tickets visit: https://uncw.edu/arts/lumina/2022/theatre22.html#secondcity
Lumina Festival begins TONIGHT with Iya Terra and opening act, Steve Martinez and The Give Thanks Band! For more information and tickets visit: https://uncw.edu/arts/lumina/2022/reggae22.html#iyaterra
Shout out to our street team volunteers who have been spreading the word about the Lumina Festival of the Arts! On the ground and promoting as far as Charlotte, NC! Thank you so much!
Photos from Kimberly McSmith's post
Thank you again StarNews for this comprehensive Lumina Festival breakdown! The fun starts THIS WEEK, on March 16th with Iya Terra, Steve Martinez and The Give Thanks Band! This is a show you won't want to miss!
UNCW's Lumina Festival of the Arts will feature 20 events between March 16-29, with a half-dozen of them related to reggae music in some way.
Thank you WECT News for this tremendous opportunity! The Lumina Festival starts in just a few short days (March 16-29)! Get your tickets today!
UNCW’s Office of the Arts and Reggae Redemption Radio have teamed up to present the 2022 Lumina Festival of the Arts, running from March 16 - 29, and featuring events on the UNCW campus and at venues across the City of Wilmington.
The Lumina Festival is just ONE WEEK away! Get your tickets today!
The University of North Carolina at Wilmington is about to kick off an annual event billed as a celebration of the arts in the coastal south.
Thank you StarNews for the 2022 Lumina Festival of the Arts: Reggae Redemption Rising preview!
Lumina Festival of the Arts collaborates with Wilmington’s Reggae Redemption Radio Broadcast to celebrate arts diversity March 16-29.
We're very excited to present UNCW's Lumina Festival of the Arts: Reggae Redemption Rising. The festival will take place from March 16-29.
For more information and a detailed schedule of events, visit www.uncw.edu/arts/lumina
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Did you know that The Second City has consistently been a starting point for many comedians, award-winning actors, directors, and others in show business? Don’t miss this opportunity to laugh with friends and family at Lumina Festival of the Arts.
The Second City will be performing live at Kenan Auditorium on March 17th. Get your tickets today!
https://uncwarts.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=1486
Iya Terra - Stars (Live Acoustic) | Sugarshack Sessions
Iya Terra - Stars (Live Acoustic) | Sugarshack SessionsIya Terra from Los Angeles, CA performing their original song "Stars" live at the Sugarshack Recording...
New Morse Code: Live Thursday, March 31 at Kenan Auditorium! Get your tickets today!
https://uncwarts.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=1436
Check out this video for Black Violin and get your tickets today for an incredible show on Feb. 12th at Kenan Auditorium!
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UNCW’s Office of the Arts serves the UNCW campus and the Wilmington community by shining a spotlight on the intellectual life of the campus through diverse and unique cultural programming. The Office of the Arts curates the UNCW Presents Series, manages Kenan Auditorium, and advocates for the arts on UNCW’s campus and in the Wilmington community, in collaboration with the five academic arts departments and community partners. UNCW’s Office of the Arts participates in the cultural life of the region as a member of the NC Presenters Consortium and Arts North Carolina.
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