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  • Aug 25 - Dec 9

    AEIVA Presents Jacqueline Surdell: Adoration Garden

    Scrappy and interpretive, Jacqueline Surdell hand-manipulates dock cord — weaving and knotting the line into naturalistic, sculptural installations that are antagonistically positioned between the human body and sculpture.

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  • Aug 25 - Dec 9

    AEIVA Presents Michael Dixon: The Undeniable Blackness Between Us

    Michael Dixon’s paintings and performances explore the personal, societal and aesthetic struggles of belonging to both “white” and “black” racial and cultural identities, yet simultaneously belonging fully to...

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  • Sep 5 - Oct 12

     Movement for Parkinson's Class

    This global program features highly experienced dance professionals from Southern Danceworks, teaching with an emphasis on physical and artistic movement potential. Movement for Parkinson’s is modeled after an...

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  • Sep 24

    ASC Presents Corinne Bailey Rae: Black Rainbows Tour with Special Guest Jon Muq

    English singer/songwriter/musician Corinne Bailey Rae shot to stardom with her self-titled #1 U.K. debut album in 2006, featuring the global hits “Put Your Records On” and “Like A...

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  • Sep 29 - 30

    Alabama Symphony Orchestra presents Beethoven's Seventh Symphony & Copland's Clarinet Concerto Masterworks

    Artists Carlos Izcaray Conductor   Kathleen Costello Clarinet   Program to Include Hector Berlioz: Roman Carnival Overture   Aaron Copland: Clarinet Concerto   Carlos Simon: Fate Now  

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  • Sep 29

    Department of Theatre Presents Freshman Showcase

    Discover the rising stars of tomorrow as UAB’s Department of Theatre proudly presents their Freshman Showcase. Witness a captivating display of emerging talent as these young performers take...

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  • Sep 30 - Dec 19

    ArtPlay Presents ArtPlay Fall Classes & Workshops

    Fall classes and workshops are now available for registration for ages 3 and up in the areas of visual art, acting, musical theatre, dance, and music. ArtPlay classes...

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  • Oct 3

    ASC Presents Young Concert Artists Series: Daniel McGrew and Parker Ramsay

    Daniel McGrew – Tenor Daniel McGrew is an active performer of a broad range of repertoires spanning opera, musical theatre, early and new musics. Deeply committed to the...

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  • Oct 6

     2023 VIVA HEALTH Gala

    We are excited to announce the new VIVA Health Gala “A Night of the Arts!” Guests will be immersed in a full night of arts experiences while raising...

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  • Oct 8

    ASC Presents Keb' Mo'

    Born Kevin Moore in Los Angeles to parents of Southern descent, he was exposed to gospel music at a young age. At 21, Moore joined an R&B band...

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  • Oct 10

    UAB Department of Music Wind Symphony and Symphony Band Concert

    Sean Murray and Cara Morantz, directors   Diverse program of traditional wind band masterworks and cutting-edge contemporary settings.

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  • Oct 11

    Department of Theatre Presents  Fun Home

    Fun Home is a poignant and introspective musical based on Alison Bechdel’s graphic memoir. It explores the complex dynamics of family, identity, and self-discovery as Alison looks back...

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  • Oct 12

    AEIVA and Department of Music Present Chamber Music @ AEIVA

    AEIVA and the UAB Department of Music present music inspired by AEIVA’s fall exhibitions. More information coming soon! 5:30p reception 6:00p performance...

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  • Oct 15

    ASC Presents Eric Benét

    From barefoot dreadlocked troubadour to suave standard–bearer for contemporary R&B. Eric Benét may have changed his look, but one thing has remained consistent: his dedication to crafting authentic...

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  • Oct 16

    Mental Health Monday Healing from Traumatic Grief

    Traumatic grief may occur in response to a sudden, unexpected loss. However, there are ways to heal and manage symptoms. In this VMHM we will talk with Dr.

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  • Oct 18

    Meet The Artist Series Alabama Symphony Orchestra “Composing Conversations”

    Join Birmingham native, Dr. Brian Nabors and Chris Confessore, ASO SuperPops! Conductor, as they take the audience on a journey of a composer’s creative process. From inspiration to...

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  • Oct 19

    Meet The Artist Series Alabama Symphony Orchestra “Composing Conversations”

    Join Birmingham native, Dr. Brian Nabors and Chris Confessore, ASO SuperPops! Conductor, as they take the audience on a journey of a composer’s creative process. From inspiration to...

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  • Oct 20

    Alabama Symphony Orchestra presents Psycho Live with Orchestra SuperPOPS!

    Artists Chris Cofessore Conductor   Hitchcock’s timeless thriller projected on the big screen as the ASO performs Bernard Herrmann’s spine-tingling score live!

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  • Oct 21

    ArtPlay Presents Vocabby's World Community Helpers

    Beep Beep! Join Vocabby’s World®️ and your ArtPlay friends to learn new vocabulary words! We will explore new words through song, movement and creativity. (Children Ages: 0-5 years)

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  • Oct 24

    AEIVA Presents  Movie, Pizza and a Tour

    Join Gareth Jones, UAB director of the Office of Service Learning and Undergraduate Education, for pizza and discussion featuring the screening of the documentary “100% Me: Growing Up...

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  • Oct 27

    Alabama Symphony Orchestra presents Ravel's Piano Concerto Coffee Concert

    Artists Carlos Izcaray Conductor   Vanessa Perez Piano   Program to Include Paul Desenne: Palenkumbe   Lili Boulanger: D’un matin de printemps   Maurice Ravel: Concerto in G...

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  • Oct 27

    Alabama Symphony Orchestra presents Faure's Requiem and Ravel's Piano Concerto Masterworks

    Artists Carlos Izcaray Conductor   Vanessa Perez Piano   Helen Huang Soprano   Program to Include Alabama Symphony Orchestra Chorus under the direction of Dr. Phillip L. Copeland...

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  • Oct 28

    ArtPlay Presents ArtPlay Halloween Family Spooktacluar

    There’s a chill in the air, and the time is right to get a little spooky at the ArtPlay House! Join us for our annual Halloween Bash! We...

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  • Oct 29

    UAB Department of Music Presents  Piano Series - José Ramón Mendez

    Music of Chopin, Granados, and Albeniz  

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  • Oct 29

    ASC Presents Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue

    Trombone Shorty. Born Troy Andrews, he got his start (and nickname) earlier than most: at four, he made his first appearance at Jazz Fest performing with Bo Diddley;

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  • Nov 3

    Meet The Artist Series Opera Birmingham’s “Billy Goats Gruff” *10 am

    An after-school game of hide and seek is ruined for three billy goat friends when a big bully blocks a bridge, preventing them from being able to go...

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  • Nov 3

    Meet The Artist Series Opera Birmingham’s “Billy Goats Gruff” *12 pm show

    An after-school game of hide and seek is ruined for three billy goat friends when a big bully blocks a bridge, preventing them from being able to go...

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  • Nov 5

    UAB Department of Music UAB Faculty Chamber Winds Concert

    Join us for the UAB Faculty Chamber Winds Concert.  

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  • Nov 5

    ASC Presents Renée Fleming

    Renée Fleming is one of the most acclaimed singers of our time, performing on the stages of the world’s greatest opera houses and concert halls. Honored with five...

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  • Nov 6

    UAB Department of Music Percussion Ensemble Concert

    Gene Fambrough, director...

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  • Nov 8

    Department of Theatre Presents  Everybody

    This modern riff on the fifteenth-century morality play Everyman follows Everybody (chosen from amongst the cast by lottery at each performance) as they journey through life’s greatest mystery—the...

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  • Nov 10

    ASC Presents Tower of Power

    There are few things designed better to get you up and moving like a Tower of Power show. Together since the late 1960s, the band is a 10-headed monster...

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  • Nov 11

     Miss UAB Competition

    he Miss UAB Competition is an official preliminary to the Miss Alabama and Miss America competitions.The competition offers young women the opportunity to enhance leadership and interviewing skills,

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  • Nov 12

    UAB Department of Music A Gospel Symphony Celebration

      A Gospel Symphony Celebration with Dr. Henry Panion III and the Alabama Symphony Orchestra, featuring Gospel Legend Donald Lawrence and Special Guest Vox Fortura, with Miles College...

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  • Nov 13

    Mental Health Monday Singing for the Health of It

    Singing is good for your health! Find out how singing can improve your health mentally, emotionally, and physically. Guests will include Dr. Bridge Kennedy, international sacred harp singing...

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  • Nov 16

    UAB Department of Music Jazz Ensemble Concert

    Steve Roberts, directors...

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  • Nov 17 - 17

    Alabama Symphony Orchestra presents Scheherazade: One Thousand and One Nights Coffee Concert

    Artists Carlos Izcaray Conductor...

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  • Nov 17

    Alabama Symphony Orchestra presents Scheherazade: One Thousand and One Nights Masterworks Concert

    Tickets will go on sale in late August! Artists Carlos Izcaray Conductor   Tessa Lark Violin...

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  • Nov 18

    ArtPlay Presents Vocabby's World Mad Scientist

    Beep Beep! Join Vocabby’s World®️ and your ArtPlay friends to learn new vocabulary words! We will explore new words through song, movement and creativity. (Children Ages: 0-5 years)

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  • Nov 28

    UAB Department of Music Christmas at the Alys Stephens Center Concert

    The UAB Concert Choir and invited ensembles celebrate the sounds of the season.

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  • Dec 1

    ArtPlay Presents Home for the Holidays at ArtPlay

    ArtPlay’s annual holiday open house is just what you need to stay warm for a few hours. The sounds of the season fill the air, the lights are...

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  • Dec 1

    Department of Theatre Presents B.F.A. & B.A. Performance Showcase

       

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  • Dec 3

    ASC Presents The O'Jays

    After more than 60 years electrifying people all over the world, the mighty, legendary, R&B/Soul kings The O’Jays are set to embark on their final tour! Featuring original...

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  • Dec 4

    Mental Health Monday Miracle Spotting

    Join us for our annual art therapy segment with Dr. Christianne Strang and Dr. Patricia Isis. This art-based experiential will help participants explore how developing the practices of...

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  • Dec 7

    UAB Department of Music Presents  Honor Band Symphony Band Concert

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  • Dec 8

    UAB Department of Music Presents  Honor Band Wind Symphony Concert

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  • Dec 9

    UAB Department of Music Presents  Music Honor Band Festival Performance

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  • Dec 16

    ArtPlay Presents Vocabby's World The Big Idea

    Beep Beep! Join Vocabby’s World®️ and your ArtPlay friends to learn new vocabulary words! We will explore new words through song, movement and creativity. (Children Ages: 0-5 years)

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  • Dec 18 - 19

    ArtPlay Presents Mini Makers Holiday Gift Workshop

    We had so much fun last year that we’ve added a day! Join ArtPlay during the holiday season to make gifts for special people in your life. No...

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  • Dec 22

    Alabama Symphony Orchestra presents Handel's Messiah

    Artists Gary Wedow Conductor   Program to Include Alabama Symphony Orchestra Chorus   Maria Valdes Soprano   Sarah Colt Mezzo-soprano   David Tayloe Tenor   Kevin Burdette Baritone...

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  • Dec 31 - 31

    Alabama Symphony Orchestra presents New Year's Eve: A Viennese Celebration

    Artists Chris Confessore Conductor   Kyaunnee Richardson, soprano Conductor   Program to Include Kyaunnee Richardson Soprano   Featuring Strauss family favorites and more!

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  • Jan 7

    ASC Presents Mutts Gone Nuts

    From shelters to showbiz, these amazing mutts unleash havoc and hilarity in a breathtaking, action-packed, comedy dog spectacular, featuring some of the world’s most talented 4 legged performers.

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  • Jan 19

    Meet The Artist Series KM Dance Project presents “Raw Fruit”

    Raw Fruit is a multidisciplinary work led by Kesha McKey, Artistic Director of KM Dance Project and Catherine Caldwell, Associate Director of KM Dance Project. It is a...

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  • Feb 7

    ASC Presents Young Concert Artists Series: Xavier Foley

    Xavier Foley is known for communicating his virtuosity and passion for music on the double bass, which is rarely presented as a solo instrument. Foley is a first-prize...

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  • Feb 8

    ASC Presents Steep Canyon Rangers

    Steep Canyon Rangers are Asheville, North Carolina’s GRAMMY winners, perennial Billboard chart-toppers, and frequent collaborators of the renowned banjoist (and occasional comedian) Steve Martin. Steep Canyon Rangers released...

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  • Feb 17

    ASC Presents Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at The BJCC

    *This event is presented by the ASC, but will be held at The BJCC.*   Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater grew from a now-fabled performance in March 1958...

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  • Feb 18

    ASC Presents Gladys Knight

    Gladys Knight, the enduring legend of music, has consistently demonstrated unparalleled artistry over her illustrious career spanning half a century. With seven Grammy Awards under her belt and...

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  • Feb 21

    Department of Theatre Presents  The 39 Steps

    Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have The 39 Steps, a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves...

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  • Feb 28

    Meet The Artist Series Alabama Symphony Orchestra “Building Blocks of the Symphony”

    Perfect for our youngest concert goers, our Explorer Concert Series helps to lay a firm foundation for music appreciation by introducing listeners to the instrument families of the...

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  • Feb 29

    Meet The Artist Series Alabama Symphony Orchestra “Building Blocks of the Symphony”

    Perfect for our youngest concert goers, our Explorer Concert Series helps to lay a firm foundation for music appreciation by introducing listeners to the instrument families of the...

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  • Mar 2

    ASC Presents An Intimate Evening with David Foster & Katharine McPhee

    16-time Grammy Award-winning musician, composer and producer David Foster and acclaimed singer, television and Broadway star Katharine McPhee are bringing their viral Instagram show on the road.   

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  • Mar 4

    Department of Theatre Presents  Two Gentlemen of Verona

    In a reimagined John Hughes-Meets-Shakespeare world, things go comically awry when two high school pals fall for the same girl. Packed with doublets, letterman jackets, boomboxes, swords and...

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  • Mar 8

    Meet The Artist Series UAB Theatre Department presents “The Princess and the Pea”

    A mysterious young woman has arrived in the kingdom claiming to be a princess.  The Queen and the Prince are skeptical.  Will a night’s sleep prove that she...

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  • Mar 10

    ASC Presents An Evening with John Cusack

    Join us for a special screening of the film Love and Mercy starring John Cusack followed by a live Q&A with the actor himself!   About John Cusack...

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  • Apr 7

    ASC Presents Syncopated Ladies

    Syncopated Ladies is a female tap dance band from Los Angeles created by Emmy Award-nominated tap dancer and choreographer Chloe Arnold, protege of Debbie Allen. Syncopated Ladies’ viral...

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  • Apr 8

    Meet The Artist Series Syncopated Ladies

    Syncopated Ladies is a Female Tap Dance Band from Los Angeles, CA created by EMMY AWARD NOMINATED, tap dancer and choreographer, Chloe Arnold, protege of Debbie Allen.  

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  • May 5

    ASC Presents Buckets N Boards

    Buckets N Boards Comedy Percussion Show is a spectacularly imaginative work brought to life by two prolific performers! Matt Levingston and Gareth Sever, two masterful musicians and comedians,

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