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"Welcoming back over 140 alumni playing on stage spanning seven decades, the evening of celebration commenced with an upbeat and jazzy rendition of Bill Zaccagni’s “Too Late… The Mambo” performed by Rowan University and Alumni Jazz Band, under the direction of Denis DiBlasio." - Contributor / Marcus Young.

Harmony through the decades: Rowan’s Centennial Concert celebrates music & memories

Marcus Young March 6, 2024

Both the seats and the stage of Pfleeger Concert Hall shone brightly on Saturday night with joy and elation as alumni and students gathered in honor of Rowan University's Centennial Concert, presented...

"It's obvious to all the passion Betz has for music, whether it's performing himself or helping others reach their own goals in the field." - Co-News Editor / Gianna Malgiari

Brian Betz: Jazz guitarist and educator who inspires at Rowan

Aiden Seratore November 8, 2023

Here at Rowan University, there are no limits held to the possibilities within the route you plan on going for your future, whether it’s in engineering, sports broadcasting, or even music. Brian Betz...

Students fill the seat of the Pfleeger Concert hall to watch the Rowan's marching band put on by students. — Staff Writer / Sarah Shockey

Music Shadow Day: High school students get a glimpse of life as a college music major at Rowan

Sarah Shockey November 8, 2023

On Monday, Nov. 6, high school students from across the region gathered in Wilson Hall for the first-ever Music Shadow Day. Hosted by the College of Performing Arts, students interested in pursuing a...

Capturing the joy of dance on the concert floor - a moment of pure art. — Staff Writer / Braijon Williames

Rowan dances the night away at Pfleeger Concert Hall

Braijon Williams October 11, 2023

Rhythm and music stole the show at Pfleeger Concert Hall on Saturday night. Six dance schools— locally owned by Rowan alumni— and a special performing group took the stage for its second annual Rowan...

"Equus" had a four-day run from Feb, 16 - 19. - Staff Writer / Abigail Twiford

Rowan production “Equus” focuses on themes of religion, queerness and intolerance

Abigail Twiford February 22, 2023

On Thursday, Feb. 16, in the Tohill Theater connected to Bunce Hall, the College of Performing Arts' Department of Theater and Dance celebrated their opening night of “Equus.” The play, written by...

Rowan's Center for Art and Social Engagement is home to various artworks that make up "The Sister Chapel." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Chelsea Valcourt

Rowan’s Center for Art and Social Engagement Seeks to Educate and Inspire

Tatiana Retamar October 5, 2022

The Center for Art and Social Engagement (CASE) is a new satellite component of the Rowan University Art Gallery, located on the ground floor of Westby Hall. In a recent interview, Mary Salvante, gallery...

Juliette Hunter, Emily Wong and Jim Garvey worked towards a place on RUPA's "A Christmas Carol" crew. / Photo via Grace Fox

RUPA Hosts Auditions For A Puppet Christmas Carol Show

Morgan Murnane September 28, 2022

Rowan University Puppet Artists began their preparation for Christmas Yet to Come this past Saturday, Sept. 24, as they held auditions for their production of Charles Dickinson’s "A Christmas Carol." The...

Senior Hydia Bearfield discusses how important the multicultural organizations on Rowan's campus are. - Photo / Hydia Bearfield

Senior Spotlight: Hydia Bearfield, Class of 2022

Jennifer McGraw November 3, 2021

She’s a model, the president of two multicultural organizations at Rowan, and she’s a mother. If there’s one phrase to describe senior Hydia Bearfield, it would be “girl boss.” Hydia Bearfield...

Phillipa Soo is a renowned broadway actress and singer. - Photo via David Gordon

PREVIEW: “Hamilton” Star, Phillipa Soo to Perform a Virtual Concert Hosted by Rowan University

Jennifer McGraw April 14, 2021

Rowan’s College of Performing Arts will host a virtual concert featuring "Hamilton" star, Grammy winner and Tony nominee Phillipa Soo, on Friday, April 16 at 8 p.m.  The concert is a part of the...

Breath, A Samuel Beckett Festival, is a former Rowan production. With the pandemic, these performances will be hosted by virtual live stream. - Photo via Kevin Monko

College of Performing Arts Will Livestream All Performances for the Fall Semester

Leah Gallagher October 21, 2020

For anyone who has been missing live music, dance and theater, the College of Performing Arts has you covered. The COVID-19 pandemic has put a hold on live performances in front of large crowds, but that...

Students wait to view Rowan's immersive production of Samuel Beckett's "Breath." - Arts & Entertainment Editor/Tara Lonsdorf

Beckett festival continues with even more ‘Company’

Tara Lonsdorf October 31, 2018

Abby Leyh, a junior technical and design theatre major, has lost count of how many times she's seen her own performance of "Company." After thinking for a few more seconds, she reached a conclusion that...

Samuel Beckett's works, including "Breath" and "Company," were performed by the Rowan Department of Theatre and Dance. - Photo courtesy of ribbonfarm

Department of Theatre and Dance gives ‘Breath’ to Samuel Beckett’s classics

Sanjana Kondapalli October 31, 2018

From Oct. 26 to 28, the Rowan Department of Theater & Dance presented "Breath: A Festival of Samuel Beckett Shorts and Prose." This play includes eight smaller pieces by Samuel Beckett, all weaved...

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