Arts at Meredith
Our vibrant learning environment celebrates the arts. We welcome students from all majors who want to express their creativity, as well as those who will be the next generation of professional artists. From award-winning dance performances to thought-provoking exhibits to world-renowned visiting artists, Meredith College offers an array of cultural arts opportunities. We invite you to expand your horizons through your enjoyment of the arts.
Calendar of Events
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The Protest Purse – Exhibition Closing Reception
The Protest Purse – Exhibition Closing Reception
Exhibition Running Dates: October 11th - November 6th Opening Reception and Gallery Talk: October 20th 5-7pm Closing Reception: November 6th 3-5pm
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The Wolves
The Wolves
by Sarah DeLappe Sarah DeLappe's The Wolves is an exuberant ensemble piece that picks up steam as it goes. With vivid personalities, excellent voice, and both great comedic and dramatic timing, DeLappe […]
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The Wolves
The Wolves
by Sarah DeLappe Sarah DeLappe's The Wolves is an exuberant ensemble piece that picks up steam as it goes. With vivid personalities, excellent voice, and both great comedic and dramatic timing, DeLappe […]
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The Wolves
The Wolves
by Sarah DeLappe Sarah DeLappe's The Wolves is an exuberant ensemble piece that picks up steam as it goes. With vivid personalities, excellent voice, and both great comedic and dramatic timing, DeLappe […]
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The Wolves
The Wolves
by Sarah DeLappe Sarah DeLappe's The Wolves is an exuberant ensemble piece that picks up steam as it goes. With vivid personalities, excellent voice, and both great comedic and dramatic timing, DeLappe […]
The Wolves
The Wolves
by Sarah DeLappe Sarah DeLappe's The Wolves is an exuberant ensemble piece that picks up steam as it goes. With vivid personalities, excellent voice, and both great comedic and dramatic timing, DeLappe […]
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The Wolves
The Wolves
by Sarah DeLappe Sarah DeLappe's The Wolves is an exuberant ensemble piece that picks up steam as it goes. With vivid personalities, excellent voice, and both great comedic and dramatic timing, DeLappe […]
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Embody (Senior Exhibition) – Exhibition Opening
Embody (Senior Exhibition) Running Dates: November 17th - December 14th Opening Reception and Gallery Talks: November 17th 5-7pm
Holiday Art Sale
Holiday Art Sale
The Holiday Art sale is an annual art sale organized by the Artists' Alliance and the Art Department to help fund the Mass Grant. People in and outside of Meredith […]
Embody (Senior Exhibition) – Exhibition Opening Reception and Gallery Talks
Embody (Senior Exhibition) – Exhibition Opening Reception and Gallery Talks
Embody (Senior Exhibition) Running Dates: November 17th - December 14th Opening Reception and Gallery Talks: November 17th 5-7pm
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Holiday Art Sale
Holiday Art Sale
The Holiday Art sale is an annual art sale organized by the Artists' Alliance and the Art Department to help fund the Mass Grant. People in and outside of Meredith […]
Anatoly Larkin, Piano Guest Artist Recital
Anatoly Larkin, Piano Guest Artist Recital
Pianist Anatoly Larkin gives a recital as part of Meredith College Department of Music's Guest Artist Series. Larkin is an active performer, improviser, teacher, and promoter of new music, Anatoly […]
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Meredith College Keyboard Day
Meredith College Keyboard Day
Meredith College Music Department hosts an afternoon full of music where keyboard students can take a masterclass with pianist Anatoly Larkin, take mini lessons with Meredith College Faculty or join […]
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Meredith Sinfonietta Chamber Music Series
Meredith Sinfonietta Chamber Music Series
Meredith Philharmonic players play an evening of chamber music. Event held at Meredith College in the Carswell Concert Hall located in the Wainwright Music Building.
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Explore Programs
Meredith’s visual and performing arts students thrive in a stimulating, supportive environment that encourages their artistic and intellectual growth while preparing them for successful careers in their fields.
Arts Program News
The Capital City Girls Choir (CCGC), a program associated with Meredith College’s Community School of Music, has recently named Cameron Bolin as its new artistic director.
On April 21, 2022, Johnson Hall filled with students, friends, and family for the opening reception of the 39th Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition.
For the first time in three years, Meredith’s dance program held its annual performance of DanceWorks in person. The program, on April 22-24, featured 32 dances created by 52 dance students.
The faculty and students of the Dance Program, in conjunction with the Office of Admissions, will host a Dance Interest Day on Saturday, November 19 from 10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. plus an afternoon and/or evening concert.
Meredith Dance Theatre’s Studio Day of Dance will be held on Saturday, November 12, 2022, from 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Three members of the Meredith Music piano faculty made significant contributions at the annual conference of the North Carolina Music Teachers (NCMTA), October 5-8, 2022.
Our Venues
Carswell Concert Hall
Carswell Concert Hall has two Steinway grand pianos and provides a more intimate space for recitals, concertos, and presentations.
Carswell Concert Hall has two Steinway grand pianos and provides a more intimate space for recitals, concertos, and presentations.
Courtyard
This area of Meredith’s beautiful campus serves as a backdrop for outdoor performances, particularly on Celebrating Student Achievement Day.
This area of Meredith’s beautiful campus serves as a backdrop for outdoor performances, particularly on Celebrating Student Achievement Day.
Johnson Hall Rotunda
Johnson Hall Rotunda serves as one of two campus art galleries. The Rotunda includes display space on multiple floors and also offers an excellent reception venue for gallery openings.
Carswell Concert Hall has two Steinway grand pianos and provides a more intimate space for recitals, concertos, and presentations.
Jones Auditorium
Jones Auditorium has a proscenium theatre that seats 600 patrons. The auditorium hosts a broad range of events, including lectures as well as music, dance, and theater performances.
Jones Auditorium has a proscenium theatre that seats 600 patrons. The auditorium hosts a broad range of events, including lectures as well as music, dance, and theater performances.
Jones Chapel
A 300-seat chapel with classic appeal, Jones Chapel hosts concerts, and lectures, and other types of performances.
Carswell Concert Hall has two Steinway grand pianos and provides a more intimate space for recitals, concertos, and presentations.
Kresge Auditorium
A 140-seat auditorium located in the Cate Student Center, Kresge Auditorium serves as a location for larger meetings, panels, and film screenings.
A 140-seat auditorium located in the Cate Student Center, Kresge Auditorium serves as a location for larger meetings, panels, and film screenings.
McIver Amphitheater
Surrounded by beautiful plantings and greenery, McIver Amphitheatre has hosted numerous speakers as well as outdoor drama performances and film screenings.
Surrounded by beautiful plantings and greenery, McIver Amphitheatre has hosted numerous speakers as well as outdoor drama performances and film screenings.
Studio Theatre
A black box theatre located below Jones Auditorium, Studio Theatre can adapt to the demands of the production. This theatre is also used as a classroom.
A black box theatre located below Jones Auditorium, Studio Theatre can adapt to the demands of the production. This theatre is also used as a classroom.
Meredith’s Frankie G. Weems Art Gallery showcases a wide variety of artists, media, and subject matter. New exhibitions are featured throughout the year.
Meredith’s Frankie G. Weems Art Gallery showcases a wide variety of artists, media, and subject matter. New exhibitions are featured throughout the year.
