Creative Arts Series
Guitar Retreat
Free and open to students and enthusiasts of all ages , levels and styles , the Jacksonville University Guitar Retreat features masterclasses , presentations , demonstrations and concerts for jazz , classical and Flamenco guitar .
TERRY CONCERT HALL Saturday , September 25 All Day
Contralto Classics : Dina Barone
Join Professor Dina Barone and collaborative pianist Sachiko Frampton for an evening of songs and arias written specifically for the rare contralto voice .
TERRY CONCERT HALL Sunday , September 26 at 7:30 PM
Choral Invitational Q & A
So many answers to so many questions , and yet how few truly satisfy our curiosity . In this concert , we turn to composers and poets from Stevie Wonder to Johannes Brahms as we leave no stone unsung in our quest for understanding .
TERRY CONCERT HALL Thursday , September 30 at 7:30 PM
OCTOBER
Over the Top : Exploring the Dark Regions of Method Acting Jacksonville University Philosophy Slam
In this slam , Assistant Professor of Theater Erik DeCicco ( member , Actors Equity Association ) explores Method Acting , asking ' How far is too far ?' Famous practitioners of The Method include Marilyn Monroe , James Dean , and modern actors such as Leonardo DiCaprio , Cate Blanchett , and Heath Ledger . What is the method ? When and how do actors take it too far ? Are directors known for pushing the boundaries of this technical approach to the art and craft of acting ?
RIVER HOUSE Tuesday , October 5 at 7:30 PM
Voice Faculty Showcase
The School of Performing Arts voice faculty present an evening of classics and favorites to kick off Jacksonville University Homecoming and Family Weekend .
TERRY CONCERT HALL Thursday , October 7 at 7:30 PM
Lunch Music : Jazz Combos
Join us for our annual Lunch Music series presented by the Department of Music . Bring your lunch and stay for the music !
RIVER HOUSE Friday , October 8 at 12:00 PM
Jacksonville University Percussion Ensemble
The Jacksonville University Percussion Ensemble presents a concert that explores Groove — what groove is and where groove can be found in music of the concert hall and the world . Music of Africa , Brazil and North America will be presented for an enjoyable hour of percussion music .
TERRY CONCERT HALL Sunday , October 10 at 3:00 PM
Dracula
Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of the Linda Berry Stein College of Fine Arts , this collaborative presentation brings together talents from the Departments of Theatre and Music , and alumni , in a masterful recreation of vintage radio ! Orson Welles ’ Mercury Theatre comes to life on the Terry Concert Hall stage , featuring actors , an orchestra , and live sound effects . Enjoy this unique program when we travel back to CBS radio of 1938 . Directed by Deborah Jordan . Music composed and conducted by Scott Watkins .
TERRY CONCERT HALL Friday , October 15 and Saturday , October 16 at 7:30 PM
Jacksonville University Jazz Faculty in Concert
The Jacksonville University Jazz Faculty come together to perform their annual concert in Terry Concert Hall , highlighting compositions and arrangements by each of the faculty members . This will be an opportunity to witness these world-class performers come together and share their talents !
SWISHER THEATER Tuesday , October 19 at 7:30 PM