Welcome Statement
We’re thrilled to introduce you to the exciting programs and events hosted by the Abroms-Engel Institute for the Visual Arts (AEIVA), Alys Stephens Center (ASC), ArtPlay Community Art Education (ArtPlay), and UAB Arts in Medicine (AIM). Our team is dedicated to pushing the boundaries and finding new, innovative ways to bring the arts to life. We work tirelessly to curate thought-provoking exhibitions, enriching educational programs, and experiences that promote well-being through the arts. Take a moment to explore our site and discover all that we have to offer.
Lili Anderson, Executive Director
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Upcoming Events
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UAB Department of Music PresentsJazz Ensemble Spring Concert
Join us in the Sirote Theatre in the Alys Stephens Center for an evening of dynamic big band jazz, as the UAB Jazz Ensemble presents a powerful program...
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-AEIVA PresentsBFA Exhibition 2026
April 7 – May 2, 2026 Closing Reception: Friday, May 1, 5-7pm AEIVA and the Department of Art and Art History present the 2026 BFA Exhibition, featuring work...
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ASO PresentsStar Wars: The Empire Strikes Back In Concert
After destruction of the Death Star, Darth Vader pursues Luke Skywalker, who is studying the ways of the Force with Jedi Master Yoda. Enter the Star Wars universe...
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ArtPlay PresentsWhat's in the Garden?
Vocabby wants to plant a garden and watch it grow! Join Vocabby’s World®️ and your ArtPlay friends to learn new vocabulary words! We will explore new words through...
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ASO PresentsStar Wars: The Empire Strikes Back In Concert
After destruction of the Death Star, Darth Vader pursues Luke Skywalker, who is studying the ways of the Force with Jedi Master Yoda. Enter the Star Wars universe...
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UAB Department of Music PresentsUAB Gospel Choir Spring Concert
The UAB Gospel Choir Spring Concert promises to be an awe-inspiring experience that highlights the vibrant spirit and soulful expressions in Gospel Music and features several local high...
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UAB Department of Music PresentsUAB Department of Music Presents Percussion Ensemble
The UAB Percussion Ensembles program performs a wide range of literature, from ragtime to contemporary, from classical to rock, from classics to premieres, and everything in between for this free concert. Selections can feature drums only, keyboard percussion only, and virtually any combination, as well as any number of performers from quartets up to the large percussion orchestra. Director: Gene Fambrough
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ASO PresentsConcertmaster & Friends Series: Death and the Maiden
Thanks to our series sponsors Drs. Sandra Gianturco and William Bradley. Thanks to concert sponsor Debbie Reid. Artists Daniel Szasz, violin Boyu Li, violin Tiantian Lan, viola Warren...
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UAB Department of Music PresentsWind Symphony & Symphony Band Concert
Join us for the grand finale of the academic year with the Wind Symphony and Symphony Band. Directed by Sean Murray and Cara Morantz, this captivating performance promises...
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UAB Department of Music PresentsUAB Opera: Speed Dating Tonight by Michael Ching
UAB Opera presents “Speed Dating Tonight” by Michael Ching, UAB’s Alys Stephens Center, Odess Theatre, 1200 10th Ave. South. Directed by Lara Wilson, DMA, and Patrick Evans, D.M.
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ArtPlay PresentsWhat's in the Garden?
Vocabby wants to plant a garden and watch it grow! Join Vocabby’s World®️ and your ArtPlay friends to learn new vocabulary words! We will explore new words through...
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UAB Department of Music PresentsUAB Opera: Speed Dating Tonight by Michael Ching
UAB Opera presents “Speed Dating Tonight” by Michael Ching, 2:30 p.m., UAB’s Alys Stephens Center, Odess Theatre, 1200 10th Ave. South. Directed by Lara Wilson, DMA, and Patrick Evans,