Join the Kreators of the Kreativity Diversity Troupe for an open mic night, full of music, dance and spoken word.
Want to try out your own performance chops? Show up and sign up! Just looking for a night of entertainment from some of the most talented students in the metro area? Simply take a seat and enjoy the show.
Second Season features original works created, performed and produced by students.
Swirl
By Agyeiwaa Asante
What is the conversation between Black Americans and Asian-Americans navigating through white America? Jade and Charlie, an interracial couple, decide to go out for dinner with Charlie's opinionated roommate Sean. But an unexpected guest makes a simple meal into a complex conversation on race, relationships and politics between different demographic groups.
Second Season features original works created, performed and produced by students.
Finding Space Between
By Emily Ames and Amber Lucia Chabus
Influenced by the writings of feminist theorists like bell hooks, Simone de Beauvoir and Susan Bordo, Finding Space Between seeks to explore the construction of women and the spaces we inhabit.
i'm just trying to stay here
By Les Gray
Join students from the School of Music's piano division for a recital of solo and collaborative works.
Join Tine Thing Helseth for a conversation about the evening's program, moderated by School of Music Ph.D. candidate Elizabeth Massey.
Join Stefan Jackiw and Jeremy Denk for a conversation about the evening's program, moderated by School of Music Ph.D. candidates in musicology.
The Unity Mural project brings students and faculty from Bowie State University and University of Maryland College Park together to create a mural that takes a stand against divisiveness and reflects upon themes of peace, justice and unity. This collaboration presents an opportunity for the students to spark a dialogue and call to action for our community.
Infused with the passion of flamenco, the funky irreverence of Latin rock, the smooth syncopation of jazz and the mathematical precision of classical music, La Manta turns traditional Mexican music on its head. In this texturally diverse fusion performance, the group hums with Mexican pride while showcasing its wide range and buoyantly energetic sound. Join us for a special family-friendly performance by this popular band from Veracruz preceded by craft activities for kids and salsa dance lessons for parents. Lunch will be provided.
The Omer Quartet, the School of Music's new graduate string quartet fellows, performs works by Schubert, Haydn, Bartók and Mozart in their debut performance at the University of Maryland.
BeyondMeasureLLC presents Can You SEE Me? The Second Annual Women, Leadership & Race Summit. This is a platform designed to create dialogue that strengthens race relations, promotes diversity and educates about the importance of inclusion. This year, the brilliant Dr. Kumea Shorter-Gooden provides education about racism and its impact on women of color. Shorter-Gooden was University of Maryland's First Chief Diversity Officer, and she is the co-author of "Shifting: The Double Lives of Black Women in America."
