College of Visual and Performing Arts

JMU ARTS COVID-19 Cancellations

The university is not closed. In response to the COVID-19 virus, the university has deployed multiple forms of virus-prevention protocols and we are practicing social distancing and sheltering in place.

Please initiate your inquiry with the College of Visual and Performing Arts by contacting Dr. Wren River Stevens at stevenwr@jmu.edu. Clearly state your question or need and the best way to contact you, and someone will be in touch with you shortly.

In case of emergency, please contact JMU Public Safety at (540) 568-6911.

Additionally check the JMU COVID-19 Response Webpage for up-to-date campus information.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work together to navigate these challenges and address any questions or concerns you may have.

Cancelled Events

All Forbes Center Ticketed Events
3/20/2020: SADAH Town Hall with Dean Graciani
4/1/2020: STAD Town Hall with Dean Graciani
4/3/2020-4/6/2020: Choices Plus
4/17/2020: Executive Advisory Committee Spring Meeting
4/23/2020: Ihara Sculpture Celebration
5/18/2020: CVPA Staff Advisory Committee Spring Event and Award Ceremony

Postponed Events

3/24/2020: Giving Day
5/9/2020: CVPA Graduation

News

Feb 20 Q&A with Classical Guitarist Miloš Karadaglić
Prior to his Forbes Center performance on Feb. 25, Miloš took the time to answer some questions about touring, musical influences, pre-performance rituals, and more! Read More >
Feb 13 Broadway Alum Debuts First Mainstage Musical as JMU Faculty Director
Broadway alum Jacob Brent debuts his first mainstage musical as faculty director in the JMU School of Theatre and Dance’s production of “Side Show,” which runs 2/25-3/1/20, at the Forbes Center. Read More >
Feb 6 JMU D.M.A. Students to Perform as Part of Bel Canto Trio Concert at Forbes Center
Vocalist Anqi He and pianist Wendy Wang, D.M.A. students at JMU, will perform as part of the Bel Canto Trio concert on Tuesday, Feb. 18 @ 8 pm at the Forbes Center. Read More >
Jan 31 Alumnus’ vision brought to life
"Walls: An American Story" is a true JMU collaboration, from its conception to its development to its world premiere at the Forbes Center. Read More >
Jan 13 Play Conceived by JMU Alumnus Premieres MLK Weekend at Forbes Center
JMU School of Theatre and Dance’s 'Walls: An American Story' is a new play conceived by alumnus Paul Holland (’82), which takes place Jan. 17-19 at the Forbes Center. Read More >