Topic: Arts and Humanities
One couple’s transformative impact
With their recent commitment to the University, Robert and Judi Prokop Newman continue to exemplify the power of philanthropy.
Frost Composer Kicks Off Groundbreaking Black Opera Project
Composer and Frost School of Music doctoral student Kevin Day is a key creator of the first opera in the Cincinnati Opera's three-year Black Opera Project. Day's Afro-futurist musical epic premieres on Juneteenth, 2025.
Composer Etienne Charles's Ambitious "Earth Tones" Takes On Climate Change
Jazz composer and Frost School of Music professor Etienne Charles's latest music and multimedia project, "Earth Tones," portrays the dire effects of climate change, from tropical islands to the Louisiana Bayou, and some inspiring solutions.
Book presentation on April 18
Join the Cuban Heritage Collection online for a conversation with authors and former Goizetua fellows Mauricio Castro and Catherine Mas.
Frost Jazz Orchestra Goes Global with Live Album Recordings
The Frost Jazz Orchestra, led by John Daversa, is expanding its renowned legacy with a series of live concert recordings. Music lovers can join them as they record their next album this Thursday at Gusman Concert Hall.
New Frost Made Works Expand Creative Uses for Technology
"Stained Glass" and "Tales of Kafka," new works created at the Frost School of Music, explored innovative uses of new technology, such as augmented reality and video streaming, to expand the artistic possibilities of live performance.
Metaverse brings students from Miami and India together
The innovative new class Architecture in the Metaverse—Global Problems, allows the students to explore created spaces using avatars.
A gift for storytelling and the future of theater
Alumna Jayne Baron Sherman, an award-winning producer in theater, film, and television, is helping future generations of students tell compelling stories with a $3 million gift to the Department of Theatre Arts.
Corin Overland Brings Inspiration to Associate Dean Role
Frost School of Music associate professor Corin Overland aims to foster pride and community while making life better for students as the new associate dean of undergraduate studies.
Online Superstar Rudy Mancuso Brings Insight and Inspiration
The Frost School of Music brought online music and comedy star Rudy Mancuso to the University of Miami campus Wednesday, to screen his debut film “Música” and talk about his original path to storytelling success.
April guide to the arts at the U
Arts-related events for April include a student performance of “Urinetown, the musical” at the Jerry Herman Ring Theatre; the Frost Symphony Orchestra season finale featuring Beethoven’s 9th; and a student-curated Lowe exhibition highlighting multimedia works by artist Miya Ando.
Growing in new directions
The College of Arts and Sciences’ UGrow program for graduate students helped Alexandria Morgan find new applications for her academic skillset and a rewarding job.
