Top Searches:

29
Aug
Exploring AI
UNCSA Emerging Technology in the Arts Residency

Hosted by the University of North Carolina School of the Arts and the Thomas S. Kenan Institute for the Arts, the residency centers on AI and the work of acclaimed choreographer and Martha Graham Dance Company member Xin Ying, in collaboration with Mimi Yin and NUUM Collective. The event will bring together artists, technologists, legal scholars and industry leaders to examine the ethical, legal, technical and creative implications of AI for the arts.

19
Sep
Symphony
UNCSA Symphony Orchestra

Kick off the UNCSA Symphony Orchestra season with a program of powerful storytelling and musical depth.

20
Sep
UNCSA Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Winds: Cuentista!
UNCSA Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Winds: Cuentista!

Step into a world where music sparks imagination and storytelling takes shape. The vibrant "Cuentista!" program invites audiences on a journey through colorful landscapes, inviting characters and unforgettable tales - brought to life by the UNCSA Wind Ensemble and Chamber Winds under the direction of Mark Norman.

Sep 29 - Oct 3
Fall Dance
Fall Dance

The past and present collide as the School of Dance opens its performance season with a dynamic exploration of movement across generations. Contemporary dancers take center stage to perform works shaped by shared training, mentorship and creative exchange.

Oct 1-8
Runied
"Ruined" by Lynn Nottage

Amid the upheaval of civil war in Congo, Pulitzer Prize-winning "Ruined" follows the formidable Mama Nadi, whose bar becomes a haven for women marked by violence, loss and survival. She must skillfully navigate violent power struggles while protecting those who rely on her courage and cunning.

4
Oct
UNCSA Improvised Music and Jazz Studio Fall Showcase
UNCSA Improvised Music and Jazz Studio Fall Showcase

A night of spontaneity, groove and creative risk unfolds as the UNCSA Improvised Music and Jazz Studio presents a smooth showcase of sound. Student performers explore a wide range of jazz and improvised traditions, from structured charts to fully open-ended creation - highlighting individual voice, ensemble listening and real-time musical decision-making.

See All Events
 

The Chancellor's Note: November 2025

Dear UNCSA Community,

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, so now is the perfect time to ask people at UNCSA what they’re thankful for. Check out our video to hear from folks all around our campus as to what they are thankful for. 

As for what I’m thankful for, as I tell families, friends and graduates every commencement in May, I am forever grateful to the visionaries who founded UNCSA; to the N.C. General Assembly, which realized the dream; and to the Winston-Salem community that fought for our school. Thanks to these people, we are privileged to celebrate the 60th anniversary this year. 

I am also thankful for the UNCSA Board of Trustees, the UNC Board of Governors, and our generous supporters who keep it thriving; and for the dedicated faculty and staff who have worked tirelessly to provide an outstanding education to our students. 

Finally, I am thankful for the students, who use their training not only to express themselves artistically, but also to leverage their art as a catalyst for positive change in our culture and society and making our world a better place. 

 

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!  

Sincerely,

Brian Cole 
Chancellor