JMU Arts

08/13/2026

2022 MM Composition JMU School of Music alumna Hefang Ma recently performed as a soloist at the premiere of her new piano concerto "Ii-oo" this past April at the College-Conservatory of Music at the University of Cincinnati.

Check out her performance below!

The CCM Concert Orchestra performs the world premiere of Hefang Ma'...

06/17/2026

The wait is over ✨ The 2026-27 Forbes Center for the Performing Arts Masterpiece Season is here with a lineup of can’t miss performances. Tickets go on sale Monday, June 29!

TAIKOPROJECT
Captain Nemo’s Adventure Academy
Catapult’s Magic Shadows
The Magic Flute
Footloose!
The Other Mozart
PHILADANCO!
Dancescapes
Danú’s A St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
And more!

05/15/2026

You created your path here, and now the world is waiting. Congratulations to our JMU Arts graduates! Your talent, passion, and creativity have shaped our community, and we can't wait to see where your journey leads next. 🎓✨💜

05/07/2026

This spring semester, JMU School of Music professor Masa Ishikawa released a new album, titled "Migration." Each piece is inspired by a specific type of living creature, such as sandhill cranes, Japanese evening cicadas, fireflies, and northern cardinals. The album also features current and former JMU faculty and students, showcasing the creative community that continues to grow through JMU Arts. 💜💛

05/06/2026

CVPA JMU School of Art, Design and Art History Graphic Design Major, junior Kaitlyn Carney, was named Most Outstanding Player in the American Athletic Conference’s Women’s Lacrosse 2026 Championship game, where JMU took home the trophy, defeating the top-seeded South Florida Bulls 17-7 in the final on Saturday, May 2! The team leaves today to play Notre Dame in the first round of the NCAA tournament. Congratulations to Kaitlyn and to all of her JMU women’s lax teammates! Go Dukes!

Kaitlyn Carney is the American Women's Lacrosse Championship Most Outstanding Player👏🏆

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04/06/2026

Join us this weekend as we experience bold new work from the next generation of choreographers from JMU Dance Program!

Fresh choreography. Bold ideas. One unforgettable weekend.

New Voices in Dance hits the stage April 10–12 at the Forbes Center, featuring innovative works by student choreographers, faculty, and guest artists. Get your tickets now at https://rebrand.ly/newvoicesdance

03/26/2026

Thanks to generous donors, 10 JMU Dance Program majors will receive $39,000 in scholarships for the 2026–27 school year, building on last year’s $30,000 awarded to 7 students. These gifts help our students pursue their passion, focus on their craft, and dance toward their dreams without financial limits.

💛 This Giving Day, you can help even more students leap into opportunity! Visit rebrand.ly/giveJMUArts.

03/26/2026

✨CVPA DEAN’S CHALLENGE✨ Another 29 donors needed to reach our challenge goal!

Help spark creativity! When 50 donors give any amount to support the Dr. George E. Sparks CVPA Scholarship Endowment, CVPA’s very own Dean Graciani will generously contribute an additional $1,000! Give now at rebrand.ly/giveJMUArts

03/25/2026

Tomorrow is the day! 💜✨

starts soon, and it's your chance to support the incredible students of JMU Arts. For 24 hours, Dukes everywhere will come together to open doors for the next generation of artists, performers, and designers. Join us tomorrow and make an impact where it matters most.

03/23/2026

The countdown is on! We're just three days away from

Your support for the College of Visual and Performing Arts provides scholarships that allow talented students to pursue their passion, grow as artists, and prepare for meaningful careers in the arts. Every donation helps open doors and support the next generation of performers, educators, designers, and creative leaders. Make an impact and support our students this Thursday, March 26!