School of Fine Arts

University Of Hartford Names New President, UConn Alum Gregory Woodward, B.M. ’77

By Kathleen Megan, Hartford Courant The University of Hartford Board of Regents has appointed Gregory S. Woodward, a Midwest college president with roots in West Hartford, as the university’s next president. Woodward, who will take office July 1, has been president of Carthage College in Kenosha, Wis., since 2012. He will succeed Walter Harrison, who […]

MESTIZX NATION: Gonzalez and Menchaca at Contemporary Art Galleries, January 26 – March 10

The Contemporary Art Galleries will present an exhibition of artworks including paintings, prints and videos by Texas-based artists Suzy Gonzalez and Michael Menchaca. Prior to the artists’ reception, Gonzalez and Menchaca will present a public talk on their artwork at 5pm in UConn’s Art Building. This event is open to the public, and free of […]

Professor of Art Emeritus, painter and photographer, Roger L. Crossgrove passes away at age 95.

Roger Lynn Crossgrove, Professor of Art Emeritus, painter and photographer, passed away peacefully at the age of 95, on December 14, 2016, in Storrs, CT. Roger was predeceased by his brother Dale, sister Ardyce, his former wife, Wynona, and a son, Cory. He is survived by his children; Chris and his wife Shoshana Levinson, Cathy, […]

Old Sturbridge Hires Tinsel The Talking Christmas Tree Built by UConn Puppeteers

Visitors to Old Sturbridge Village this month can meet and talk with Tinsel the Talking Christmas Tree, a puppet designed by puppeteers from the UConn Puppetry program.

Olivia Narciso '17 (SFA) discusses how to develop her ornament with assistant professor of art Alison Paul. (Garrett Spahn/UConn Photo)

Students Design Ornaments for National Christmas Tree Display

Twelve ornaments created by UConn students will adorn the Connecticut tree that is part of this year's National Christmas Tree display in Washington, D.C.

Jackie Burns ’02 (SFA) got her first big break as Elphaba in “Wicked” on Broadway (she says she’s still finding traces of that green makeup!). Last fall she was on Broadway again, as Menzel’s standby in “If/Then.” That gig turned into a star role in the touring production. (Photo: Joan Marcus)

Checking in with Alumna Jackie Burns, Star of ‘If/Then’

Jackie Burns ’02 (SFA) got her first big break as Elphaba in 'Wicked' on Broadway. Last fall she was on Broadway again, as Menzel’s standby in 'If/Then.' Now she has a star role in the touring production.

IDEA Grant recipient Raeanne Nuzzo displays poster designs that incorporate images and language from this year's Presidential election campaign. (Sean Flynn/UConn Photo)

Student Project Probes Role of Fear in 2016 Election

IDEA Grant recipient Raeanne Nuzzo ‘17 uses art to examine the influence of fear in the 2016 presidential election. Her posters are currently on display at the Art Building.

Rebekah Berger, BFA Acting ’19 and Pearl Matteson, BFA Acting ’19 in NUEVO CALIFORNIA by Bernardo Solano and Allan Havis, onstage through Nov 6, 2016 in Connecticut Repertory Theatre’s Studio Theatre. (Gerry Goodstein for UConn)

‘Nuevo California’ Explores Immigration, Borders, and Building Walls

The CRT production, which opens Oct. 27, is a futuristic play that is highly relevant to today's political climate.

The UConn Symphony Orchestra performs at von der Mehden Recital Hall led by conductor Harvey Felder on Thursday night. Oct. 20, 2016. (Garrett Spahn/UConn Photo)

New Program to Play Out at Regional Campuses

This month, the Ensemble-in-Residence Program launches a slate of performances by UConn's music ensembles at regional campuses.

'Se Siente El Miedo,' acrylic paint on wood by Michelle Angela Ortiz (2016).

Stamford Race and Revolution Exhibition May Prompt Strong Reactions

UConn Stamford director Terrence Cheng says the exhibit is part of an important discussion about history, race, diversity, culture, and justice.