Visual, Media, and Performing Arts at Rutgers University-Camden

It’s Student Feature Friday! Meet our newest Social Media Manager Abby Vanono! Abby is a Freshman Photography student here at Rutgers–Camden. She found her love for photography as a high school student while volunteering for her church’s tech team. Taking pictures for different events at church and helping to run the Sunday livestreams is where she learned the most of camera and photography and it’s what drove her to come to Rutgers to become a Photographer later in life. While she hasn’t been here long, her film photography teacher Prof. Alejandro Loureiro Lorenzo has been an amazing inspiration for her, and she hopes to continue to work with him in different classes for her major.

📸: Abigail Vanono

Interested in singing and looking to earn extra credits? 🎶Join the choir this semester with Professor Soyeon Bin! Auditions are happening today and Thursday from 12:45 PM to 3:00 PM. Don’t miss out!🎹

🎉 Happy New Year! 🎆 Here’s to a year of new opportunities, unforgettable memories, and achieving all your goals! Let’s make it a year to remember as we prepare for an incredible semester!📚

Happy Hanukkah from all of us at Rutgers—Camden! 🕎✨ Wishing everyone a season filled with light, love, and community as we celebrate the this holiday season.

Wishing you a Merry Christmas from the VMPA! 🎄May your holiday season be filled with joy, warmth, and cherished moments with loved ones. Have a joyful holiday season and a safe, happy New Year! 🎉

Don’t miss Symphony in C tonight at the Walter K. Gordon Theater! 🎶Founded in 1952, this talented orchestra of young professionals from the Mid-Atlantic region will perform a stunning program featuring Mozart. Be there for an unforgettable evening!🎻

When: Saturday, December 14th, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Where: Walter K Gordon Theater

Happy Reading Day, Rutgers students! 📚 Remember, there are no classes today or tomorrow. Use this time to study hard for your exams, recharge, and take care of yourselves as finals approach!

Kick off the holiday season with beautiful harmonies! ❄️ Join us tomorrow for our winter Choir Concert, and let the music warm your heart. 🎼 Directed by Professor Soyeon Bin, featuring compositions by Tchaikovsky from the 1800s, contemporary works by John Rutter, and uplifting Gospels and Carols to celebrate the holiday! Bring your family and friends tomorrow at 12:45pm or 6:30pm 🎁

When: December 10th 12:45pm & 6:30pm
Where: Walter K Gordon Theater

📸Design by Nariko Johnson ‘25

Opening night for our One Acts is tonight!🎭 Directed and performed by Rutgers students, featuring the plays:

Sure Thing, written by David Ives, directed by Andrew Merkle

Game Theory, written by Peter Sagal, directed by Matthew Tepfer

A Pizza Place, written and directed by Andrew Matthews

The Philadelphia, written by David Ives, directed by Andrew Merkle

The Countdown, written and directed by Charlie Brach

Alumni Mortis, written and directed by Ethan Santi

🎟️ Limited seating available! Performances run for one weekend only. Don’t miss this opportunity to support our student artists. Tickets are selling fast—get yours now on our website!

When: December 5th - 7th @ 7:30pm, December 8th @ 2pm
Where: Walter K. Gordon Stage, Fine Arts

Tomorrow is opening night for our student directed One Acts! Featuring a number of 10 minutes one act plays performed on the Gordon stage. 🎭 From drama, to comedy, to thriller, this show will cover an array of genres. Don’t miss the only weekend to see these entertaining performances. Click the link in bio now to reserve tickets.

Only 40 seats available per night, tickets are going quick!🎟️

When: December 5th - 7th @ 7:30pm, December 8th @ 2pm
Where: Walter K. Gordon Theater, Fine Arts

📸Photo by Natalia

Explore the arts this coming Spring semester with VMPA! 🎨Learn more about topics in art history and film. 🎭🎞️Expand your skills on the stage or a canvas. Find out what we have to offer and register for courses here:

https://buff.ly/4ggm9ER

📸Design by Ari

Don’t miss the final Mallery Concert of the semester this Wednesday, December 4th! 🎶 This performance will feature the talented duo Andrii Didorenko (violin) and Yuliya Basis (piano). Since forming their ensemble in 2002, they’ve performed across the U.S., Taiwan, Russia, and Ukraine, and released two albums. They will showcase a blend of baroque, classical, romantic, and contemporary pieces, something for every music lover. Make sure to catch this incredible concert to close out the semester! 🎻🎹

When: Wednesday, December 4th, 11:20am - 12:20pm
Where: Mallery Room, Fine Arts Building

📸Photo from Musicians Website

Today, we honor Native American Heritage Day by celebrating the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous peoples. Let's take this day to learn about Indigenous traditions, spread awareness on Native issues, and reflect on the vital role Native American culture continues to play in shaping the nation.

Happy Thanksgiving from the Department of Visual, Media, and Performing Arts here at Rutgers — Camden. 🦃🍁 We’re grateful for our talented students, inspiring faculty, and the creative community we share. Wishing you all a day filled with love , gratitude, and great food.

🎶 Join us at our choir concert, “Celebration of Sound: A Holiday Concert Across Eras and Genres” on Dec 10th at 12:45pm and 6:30pm at the Walter K. Gordon Theater. This festive event will showcase the incredible talent of our choir, who have been working hard all semester under the direction of Prof. Soyeon Bin. Mark your calendars and bring your friends and family!✨

When: Dec 10th 12:45pm/6:30pm
Where: Walter K. Gordon Theater

Happy Thanksgiving Week, Rutgers–Camden students! 🦃 Here’s the adjusted schedule for the holiday week:
• Monday: Regular Monday schedule
• Tuesday: Regular Tuesday schedule
• Wednesday: Friday’s schedule
• Thursday & Friday: No classes

Let’s start the week strong and take time to celebrate and give thanks!

This Friday’s Faculty Feature highlights photography professor Keith Yahrling! ✨📸 Prof. Yahrling, originally from National Park, NJ, recently returned to South Jersey after living in Philadelphia for many years. He earned his BFA in Photography from The University of the Arts and his MFA in Photography from the Rhode Island School of Design. Discovering his passion for photography in at a young age in high school is what Prof. Yahrling considers his greatest personal achievement. In 2015, he was named one of Photo District News’ “30 New and Emerging Photographers to Watch,” which he was nominated for. His most memorable work is What Was Lost At Fort Sill, a project inspired by his father’s deployment to Vietnam and the military base in Oklahoma where he was stationed. He blends his personal history with the larger history of the site, which makes his work stand out. Prof. Yahrling credits his graduate thesis advisor, Steven B. Smith, as a significant influence on his creative process. Outside of his teaching and artistic pursuits, he enjoys running and exploring new places on foot. Keep an eye out for his upcoming projects!

This winter, Rutgers—Camden theater students present an evening of one-act plays, featuring:

A Pizza Place, Written and Directed by Andrew Matthews

Alumni Mortis, Written and Directed by Ethan Santi

Game Theory, Written by Peter Sagal, Directed by Matthew Tepfer

Sure Thing, Written by David Ives, Directed by Andrew Merkle

The Countdown, Written and Directed by Charlie Brach

The Philadelphia, Written by David Ives, Directed by Andrew Merkle

Sharp, surprising, and laugh-out-loud funny, this collection of short comedies and dramas is sure to entertain!🎭