Topic: History and Culture
Frost Composer Kicks Off Groundbreaking Black Opera Project
Composer and Frost School of Music doctoral student Kevin Day is a key creator of the first opera in the Cincinnati Opera's three-year Black Opera Project. Day's Afro-futurist musical epic premieres on Juneteenth, 2025.
Book presentation on April 18
Join the Cuban Heritage Collection online for a conversation with authors and former Goizetua fellows Mauricio Castro and Catherine Mas.
Online Superstar Rudy Mancuso Brings Insight and Inspiration
The Frost School of Music brought online music and comedy star Rudy Mancuso to the University of Miami campus Wednesday, to screen his debut film “Música” and talk about his original path to storytelling success.
April guide to the arts at the U
Arts-related events for April include a student performance of “Urinetown, the musical” at the Jerry Herman Ring Theatre; the Frost Symphony Orchestra season finale featuring Beethoven’s 9th; and a student-curated Lowe exhibition highlighting multimedia works by artist Miya Ando.
A legacy of photography and mentorship
Celebrating Michael Carlebach’s profound and inspiring impact at the University of Miami.
March guide to the arts at the U
Arts-related events for March include a juried student art exhibition and a family art workshop at the Lowe Art Museum; performances by the Frost Symphony Orchestra and Frost Opera Theater; and a traveling exhibition showcasing 19th century African American female physicians.
What exactly is a leap year?
Visiting classics assistant professor Charles Bartlett offers insight as to how ancient societies began to record what we know as leap years today.
FOMO got a hold on you?
Social media platforms feed the “fear of missing out.” University specialists offer tips on managing scrolling habits.
A message from the Dean of Libraries on Black History Month
Join us as we honor the occasion with a new display on view at Calder Library. Learn about the installation and accompanying research guide.
Will Taylor Swift dominate football’s greatest stage?
All eyes may not be on the field at Super Bowl LVIII. A web of rumors and conspiracies are swirling around this year’s game.
Preserving Cuban voices
The Cuban Heritage Collection aims to expand its library of oral histories recounting the community’s exile experience, from the Cuban Revolution to the present day.
February guide to the arts at the U
Arts-related events for February include a keynote presentation and student workshops with Jonathan Escoffery, author of this year’s One Book, One U selection; two film festivals; and a family workshop at the Lowe Art Museum.
