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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
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"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.

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Provost David English is named Vice President of UNC System

University of North Carolina School of the Arts Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost David English has been named Vice President for Academic Programs, Faculty, and Research for the University of North Carolina System, System Interim President Bill Roper announced earlier today.

UNCSA Chancellor Lindsay Bierman said: “To say that David will be missed is an understatement. He has had a profoundly positive impact on the future of our institution.”

Provost David English will leave UNCSA for UNC System position

Provost David English

English will complete the academic year at UNCSA as he transitions to his new role on May 1. During his nine-year tenure, he served in the roles of Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost from 2016-19, Interim Provost for the last six months of 2016, Vice Provost and Dean of Academic Affairs from 2013-16, and as Associate Provost from 2010-13.

Before joining the School of the Arts, English worked at the UNC System Office from 2006-10, most recently as director of the statewide college access program, College Foundation of North Carolina.

Chancellor Bierman said: “David has outstanding credentials and a track record of success, and has distinguished himself with his breadth of knowledge, impressive policy chops, and exceptional talent for building consensus.

To say that David will be missed is an understatement. He has had a profoundly positive impact on the future of our institution.

Chancellor Lindsay Bierman

“Since coming to UNCSA in 2010, David has worked with our campus on many projects and led the resolution of numerous issues. His list of accomplishments is long.” Among them, English:

  • Advocated relentlessly for higher faculty salaries, and partnered with other members of the administration to fund annual increases each year;
  • Spearheaded the campus-wide accreditation process serving as the school’s liaison with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC);
  • Led the development of UNCSA’s campus response to the UNC System Strategic Plan, with the campus meeting or exceeding goals in enrolling and graduating students, particularly from rural and low-income backgrounds;
  • Collaborated with Wake Forest University to develop a strategic partnership with their Master of Science in Management Program; and
  • Initiated the development of an academic minor pilot program, beginning with arts entrepreneurship.

Bierman said that a comprehensive search to fill the position of Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost will begin soon, and that he will be announcing an Interim Provost shortly.

by Marla Carpenter

February 25, 2026