
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.
UNCSA has announced that the upcoming “UNCSA Presents” presentation of “Erth’s Prehistoric Aquarium Adventure,” scheduled for March 29, has been canceled, and “The Choir of Man,” scheduled for March 31, has been postponed. Each of the two touring presentations, which were to take place at the Stevens Center, has had to make these changes due to municipal and state directives stemming from response to COVID-19. Information about a rescheduled presentation of “The Choir of Man” will be announced at a later date.
Ticket buyers can request refunds through the Stevens Center Box Office or designate the value of their ticket purchase as a donation to UNCSA. Ticket holders for “The Choir of Man” can retain their ticket for a future rescheduled performance (to be announced). All refund requests must be made by April 15.
“We are disappointed that we will not be able to present these ‘UNCSA Presents’ shows this month, but understand the concerns of the touring groups and want to support them in doing everything we can to help prioritize the health and safety of our community during this unprecedented time,” said Wiley Hausam, managing director of performance facilities at UNCSA and curator of “UNCSA Presents.”
UNCSA previously announced that all student and guest artist performances are suspended through April 5 to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19. In addition, Piedmont Opera has canceled its performances of “The King and I” scheduled for the Stevens Center; The Winston-Salem Symphony has canceled its April 5 and 7 concerts scheduled for the Stevens Center; and RiverRun International Film Festival, which typically utilizes the UNCSA ACE Exhibition Complex, has canceled all screenings.
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February 25, 2026