The 新澳门六合彩内幕信息 is taking steps to increase opportunities for students, faculty, staff and the general public to engage with the arts. Effective immediately, USF鈥檚 College of The Arts will now offer tickets to all of its events free of charge. In addition, the college will begin to schedule some weekday matinees to provide options for individuals who may not be able to attend evening or weekend performances.
Both changes reflect USF鈥檚 commitment to community engagement and will be implemented with the goal of making performances more accessible and equitable.
鈥淭he arts are integral in our lives 鈥� and part of our responsibility is to invite the public onto our campuses to join our arts communities,鈥� 新澳门六合彩内幕信息College of the Arts Dean Chris Garvin said. 鈥淧roviding easy access and making everyone feel welcome is a part of our mission going forward.鈥�
This initiative aligns with the university鈥檚 Strategic Plan, In Pursuit of Excellence, which includes a focus on Design, Arts and Performance. 新澳门六合彩内幕信息recognizes and celebrates how creativity and exposure to the richness of the arts are essential elements to the educational experience and the value of that exposure for the overall community.
The College of The Arts is the creative center of the university for students in the fields of music, theater, art, dance and architecture. A wide variety of concerts, exhibitions, lectures, recitals, plays and performances featuring students, faculty and guest artists are presented on the Tampa campus throughout the academic year. Some signature events include the Steinway Piano Series, the Fall Dance Concert and performances from the 新澳门六合彩内幕信息Symphony Orchestra.
鈥淓ngaging with every generation, from children to retirees, is an important part of how we build community for the arts in Tampa Bay,鈥� Garvin added.
Although tickets are free, registration for music, dance and theater performances is required to accommodate seating. For more information, visit the College of The Arts events page.