
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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.
The Preparatory Dance Program will hold a fun holiday event for families called Letters to Santa from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 12 in the BB&T Lobby of Ace Exhibition Complex on the campus at 1533 South Main St. Attendees will have the chance to enjoy hot cocoa and cookies, write a letter to Santa, play games, make crafts, and even have their picture taken with Santa himself.
Tickets are $10 per person and can be purchased in advance by calling the Stevens Center box office at (336) 721-1945. A portion of the proceeds from this event will benefit the Preparatory Dance Program.
The Preparatory Dance Program at UNC School of the Arts is an after-school, pre-professional training program whose mission is to prepare students for possible entry into the School of Dance’s high school division. Students in the program receive classes in ballet technique, pointe and pre-pointe, Pilates, creative movement, music appreciation, dance history, contemporary dance, jazz dance, musical theater dance, and acting/clowning-based character training. The Preparatory Program and its faculty are dedicated to nurturing young dancers, providing world-class instruction and helping students reach their full potential.