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.
The health, safety, and well-being of our community is always our top priority. Please check back here for information about upcoming performances and exhibits, and thank you for your interest.
Academic 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
Meredith College has been recognized by the North Carolina Theatre Conference (NCTC) with the NCTC Award for college/university.
Meredith College will hold Snapshot 20/20, a symposium to commemorate the 100th anniversary of ratification of the 19th Amendment, in April 2020. Snapshot 20/20 will foster international and interdisciplinary scholarship and conversations focused on the social, economic, and political status of women and girls from 1920 to 2020.
Meredith College alumna Beth Leavel has been nominated for a Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical for her role in The Prom. The production was also nominated for Best Musical.
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.
