Fairfield University Scholar-Artist Performances
Theatre Fairfield | Glee Club | Cinefest | Studio Art | Interior Design | Young Artists Series | Other Student Groups
Art is a critical component of the holistic educational experience that we, at Fairfield University, strive to provide our students and which has deep and meaningful ties to the Jesuit pedagogical tradition. From academic programming and activities in our Department of Visual and Performing Arts within the College of Arts and Sciences, to a rich array of extra-curricular cultural endeavors, Fairfield scholar artists offer wonderful presentations and performances throughout the year. Here is a sampling:
October 26-29 at 8 p.m.
October 29 & 30 at 2 p.m.
Wien Experimental Theatre
Music by Mary Rodgers, lyrics by Marshall Barer, book by Jay Thompson, Dean Fuller, and Marshall Barer.
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November 18 & 19 at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m
March 23 & 24 at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
PepsiCo Theatre
$5 at the Door
Watch as these talented students are forced to think on their feet. Full of laughter and surprises for both the performers and the audience, this show will leave you feeling energized.
In conjunction with the Fairfield Museum and History Center's exhibition, Bravo! A Century of Theatre in Fairfield County, curated by Dr. LoMonaco, Theatre Fairfield is producing Theatre in the Raw: The Lucille Lortel Festival of New Plays. Connecticut-based playwrights have been commissioned to write three plays for Fairfield student actors and professional directors.
March 1-3 at 8 p.m.
March 3 & 4 at 2 p.m.
PepsiCo Theatre
$12 general public
$6 Seniors and University staff
$5 students
The Glass Menagerie
by Tennessee Williams
Directed by Dr. Marti LoMonaco
April 25-28 at 8 p.m.
April 28-29 at 2 p.m.
Wien Experimental Theatre
$12 general public
$6 Seniors and University staff
$5 students
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The Fairfield University Glee Club's 65th Season of Music
Carole Ann Maxwell, D.S.M., Conductor
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Sunday, October 23 at 12:30 p.m.
$10 general public
$6 students
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Canticle of the Animals
Christmas Concert
Friday, December 2 at 8 p.m.
Saturday, December 3 at 2 p.m.
$10 general public
$6 students
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A perennial favorite, the Glee Club presents a selection of songs to kick off the holiday season.
Fr. John P. Murray, S.J./Simon HArak Memorial Concert
Saturday, April 21 at 8 p.m.
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Glee Braves the Elements - Pops Concert
Thursday, May 3 at 7:30 p.m.
Eighth Annual Cinefest
May 5, 2012 at 6 p.m.
Free Admission
Quick Center for the Arts
A celebration of film created by a talented band of young campus filmmakers
September 30-October 6, 2011
Lukacs Gallery
Larrabee Prize Winner
November 11-November 17, 2011
Lukacs Gallery
Independent Study
SoloCollective: Junior/Senior Seminar
April 12-May 19, 2012
Walsh Gallery
Check the website for additional exhibits and talks by visiting artists added throughout the year.
Fairfield University Professional Interior Design Exhibit
October 22-November 16, 2011
Opening reception: Saturday, October 22 from 3-5 p.m.
Lukacs Gallery
Works from graduate student portfolios
Thursday, December 8 at 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, April 26 at 7:30 p.m.
Gonzaga Auditorium
$5 at the Door
Directed by Brian Torff, the Jazz Ensemble celebrates its 20th anniversary with special guest Jamie Baum, jazz flutist and composer. In December the group will perform original student works and arrangements, joined by the Fairfield University Gospel Choir, directed by TaVon Brown.
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Fairfield University Orchestra
Friday, December 9 at 7:30 p.m.
Friday, April 27 at 7:30 p.m.
Gonzaga Auditorium
Free admission
The Fairfield University Orchestra is made up of Fairfield University students, alumnae, and members of the community. The seasonal program includes the Santa Claus Symphony, by William Henry Fry, which narrates the story of Santa Claus as he goes around the world delivering gifts. The Fairfield Orchestra is the first ever to perform the work with narration. Jamie Ratcliffe conducts. Special guest narrator is Fairfield University President Jeffrey P. von Arx, S.J.
Fairfield Dance Ensemble
Dance Ensemble is a student-run organization that allows dancers to audition for each group (tap, jazz, ballet, hip hop, modern) in order to continue dancing throughout college. The Dance Ensemble has an annual show in April.
Varsity Band
The Band Association offers members a chance to perform and acquire musical skills through instrumental performances and through an understanding of musical styles and theories.