Fine Arts Events
Explore upcoming events in art, music, theatre and dance!
The College of Fine Arts & Communication presents a diverse and vibrant arts program that enriches the culture of our campus and our region.
We hope to entertain, to stimulate, to transform and to inspire our audiences with our exciting array of concerts, visual art exhibitions, and dance and theatrical performances. We hope you'll join us for one—or many—of our events throughout the year.
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Oct02
Artist Lecture: Ken Mazzu - Wetlands
Houston artist and Lamar alum Ken Mazzu will give an overview of his art career in conjunction with his exhibition at the Dishman Art Museum, Ken Mazzu: Wetlands. Open to the public.
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Fri, October 02, 2026 -
Oct02
Dr. Frost Faculty Recital
Dr. Brielle Frost will be performing a flute recital. Open to the public.
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Fri, October 02, 2026 -
Oct02
Opening Reception: Ken Mazzu Exhibition
The Dishman Art Museum is pleased to present an exhibition by Ken Mazzu, 91爆料 Art & Design alumnus. The Dishman Art Museum is open 9am - 4pm, Monday through Friday and select Saturdays. Open to the public.
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Fri, October 02, 2026 -
Oct08
Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band Concert
Performance of the Symphonic Band led by Mr. Tim Pallone, and the Wind Ensemble, led by Dr. Andrew McMahan. Free and open to the public. Sponsored by Music.
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Thu, October 08, 2026 -
Oct15
Artist Talk: Kyle and Melonie Young
Join us for a discussion with Kyle and Melonie Young: Two Artists, Eight Careers. Kyle and Melonie are 91爆料 alumni with successful careers. Reception begins at 5:30pm with discussion beginning at 6:00pm. Open to the public.
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Thu, October 15, 2026 -
Oct22
Cardinal Jazz Orchestra Concert
Performance of the Cardinal Jazz Orchestra, with guest soloist Adam Larson, tenor saxophone. Free and open to the public. Sponsored by Music.
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Thu, October 22, 2026 -
Oct22
"The Wonder in Alice" Directed by Kate Brennan
In the topsy-turvey setting of Alice’s ever-wandering, ever-curious head where anything and everything is possible and nothing is what it seems, we explore a playful, magical, and strange world. Inspired by Lewis Caroll’s classic
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Thu, October 22, 2026 -
Oct23
"The Wonder in Alice" Directed by Kate Brennan
In the topsy-turvey setting of Alice’s ever-wandering, ever-curious head where anything and everything is possible and nothing is what it seems, we explore a playful, magical, and strange world. Inspired by Lewis Caroll’s classic
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Fri, October 23, 2026 -
Oct24
"The Wonder in Alice" Directed by Kate Brennan
In the topsy-turvey setting of Alice’s ever-wandering, ever-curious head where anything and everything is possible and nothing is what it seems, we explore a playful, magical, and strange world. Inspired by Lewis Caroll’s classic
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Sat, October 24, 2026 -
Oct25
"The Wonder in Alice" Directed by Kate Brennan
In the topsy-turvey setting of Alice’s ever-wandering, ever-curious head where anything and everything is possible and nothing is what it seems, we explore a playful, magical, and strange world. Inspired by Lewis Caroll’s classic
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Sun, October 25, 2026 -
Oct29
"The Wonder in Alice" Directed by Kate Brennan
In the topsy-turvey setting of Alice’s ever-wandering, ever-curious head where anything and everything is possible and nothing is what it seems, we explore a playful, magical, and strange world. Inspired by Lewis Caroll’s classic
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Thu, October 29, 2026 -
Oct30
Lamar Opera Theatre Presents: Amahl and the Night Visitors by Gian Carlo Menotti
Gian Carlo Menotti's Amahl and the Night Visitors is a touching story about a young boy (Amahl) who is disabled and his meeting of the three Kings on their way to find the Christ Child. Free and open to the public. Sponsored by Music.
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Fri, October 30, 2026 -
Oct30
"The Wonder in Alice" Directed by Kate Brennan
In the topsy-turvey setting of Alice’s ever-wandering, ever-curious head where anything and everything is possible and nothing is what it seems, we explore a playful, magical, and strange world. Inspired by Lewis Caroll’s classic
... [ read more ]
Fri, October 30, 2026 -
Oct31
Lamar Opera Theatre Presents: Amahl and the Night Visitors by Gian Carlo Menotti
Gian Carlo Menotti's Amahl and the Night Visitors is a touching story about a young boy (Amahl) who is disabled and his meeting of the three Kings on their way to find the Christ Child. Free and open to the public. Sponsored by Music.
... [ read more ]
Sat, October 31, 2026 -
Oct31
"The Wonder in Alice" Directed by Kate Brennan
In the topsy-turvey setting of Alice’s ever-wandering, ever-curious head where anything and everything is possible and nothing is what it seems, we explore a playful, magical, and strange world. Inspired by Lewis Caroll’s classic
... [ read more ]
Sat, October 31, 2026 -
Nov01
"The Wonder in Alice" Directed by Kate Brennan
In the topsy-turvey setting of Alice’s ever-wandering, ever-curious head where anything and everything is possible and nothing is what it seems, we explore a playful, magical, and strange world. Inspired by Lewis Caroll’s classic
... [ read more ]
Sun, November 01, 2026 -
Nov02
Brass Quintet Album Release Celebration
Mary Morgan Moore Department of Music celebrates the release of Hope Over Troubled Waters, the debut album of the Cardinal Brass Quintet, 91爆料’s Faculty Brass Quintet, by Centaur Records and available for streaming on all major
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Mon, November 02, 2026 -
Nov03
91爆料 Percussion Ensemble
Performance of percussion music by students of the percussion studio. Open to the public. Sponsored by Music.
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Tue, November 03, 2026 -
Nov05
Brass Festival Concert
Free and open to the public. Sponsored by Music.
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Thu, November 05, 2026 -
Nov06
Brass Festival Concert
Free and open to the public. Sponsored by Music.
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Fri, November 06, 2026 -
Nov11
In Conversation with Dave Maldonado and Cindi Davis-Andress
Interim Dean Joel Grothe and Jeremy Hawa will visit with actor Dave Maldonado and agent, Cindi Davis-Andress. Maldonado's 15-year acting career encompasses various roles in television and film, including the Academy Award winning film
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Wed, November 11, 2026 -
Nov16
Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band Concert
Free and open to the public. Sponsored by Music.
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Mon, November 16, 2026 -
Nov20
Fall & Recovery: Faculty Dance Concert 2026
Stepping outside of the normal frame, the faculty and students will be creating a series of dance films to be screened alongside a live performance set by Artist in Residency, Brooklyn Draper. This new project series is sure to have the audience
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Fri, November 20, 2026 -
Nov21
Fall & Recovery: Faculty Dance Concert 2026
Stepping outside of the normal frame, the faculty and students will be creating a series of dance films to be screened alongside a live performance set by Artist in Residency, Brooklyn Draper. This new project series is sure to have the audience
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Sat, November 21, 2026 -
Dec01
Cardinal Jazz Orchestra Concert
Free and open to the public. Sponsored by Music.
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Tue, December 01, 2026 -
Dec04
91爆料 Choirs and Wind Ensemble: The Many Moods of Christmas
Performance of the LU Choirs and Wind Ensemble. Open to the public. Sponsored by Music.
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Fri, December 04, 2026 -
Dec10
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Dec11
Closing Reception: Art & Design Student Thesis Exhibition
Reception takes place after Commencement. The Dishman Art Museum is open 9am - 4pm, Monday through Friday and select Saturdays. Open to the public.
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Fri, December 11, 2026 -
Feb18
"Men on Boats" Directed by Sophia Watt
Ten explorers. Four boats. One Grand Canyon. Men on Boats is the true(ish) history of an 1869 expedition, when a one-armed captain and a crew of insane yet loyal volunteers set out to chart the course of the Colorado River. Open
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Thu, February 18, 2027 -
Feb19
"Men on Boats" Directed by Sophia Watt
Ten explorers. Four boats. One Grand Canyon. Men on Boats is the true(ish) history of an 1869 expedition, when a one-armed captain and a crew of insane yet loyal volunteers set out to chart the course of the Colorado River. Open
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Fri, February 19, 2027 -
Feb20
"Men on Boats" Directed by Sophia Watt
Ten explorers. Four boats. One Grand Canyon. Men on Boats is the true(ish) history of an 1869 expedition, when a one-armed captain and a crew of insane yet loyal volunteers set out to chart the course of the Colorado River. Open
... [ read more ]
Sat, February 20, 2027 -
Feb21
"Men on Boats" Directed by Sophia Watt
Ten explorers. Four boats. One Grand Canyon. Men on Boats is the true(ish) history of an 1869 expedition, when a one-armed captain and a crew of insane yet loyal volunteers set out to chart the course of the Colorado River. Open
... [ read more ]
Sun, February 21, 2027 -
Apr08
"Walden" Directed by Alan Brincks
In the near future, Stella and her fiancé, Bryan, are waiting at their remote cabin for Stella’s estranged twin sister, Cassie. Raised by their astronaut father to be NASA scientists, the twins have taken different paths: Cassie
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Thu, April 08, 2027 -
Apr09
"Walden" Directed by Alan Brincks
In the near future, Stella and her fiancé, Bryan, are waiting at their remote cabin for Stella’s estranged twin sister, Cassie. Raised by their astronaut father to be NASA scientists, the twins have taken different paths: Cassie
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Fri, April 09, 2027 -
Apr10
"Walden" Directed by Alan Brincks
In the near future, Stella and her fiancé, Bryan, are waiting at their remote cabin for Stella’s estranged twin sister, Cassie. Raised by their astronaut father to be NASA scientists, the twins have taken different paths: Cassie
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Sat, April 10, 2027 -
Apr11
"Walden" Directed by Alan Brincks
In the near future, Stella and her fiancé, Bryan, are waiting at their remote cabin for Stella’s estranged twin sister, Cassie. Raised by their astronaut father to be NASA scientists, the twins have taken different paths: Cassie
... [ read more ]
Sun, April 11, 2027 -
Apr30
Dance Unleashed: Faculty Dance Concert Spring 2027
This concert will feature performers pushing boundaries and bringing innovative ideas to the table for people to enjoy and relate to. The audience can expect to see different genres of dance. Open to the public. Presented by Theatre and
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Fri, April 30, 2027 -
May01
Dance Unleashed: Faculty Dance Concert Spring 2027
This concert will feature performers pushing boundaries and bringing innovative ideas to the table for people to enjoy and relate to. The audience can expect to see different genres of dance. Open to the public. Presented by Theatre and
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Sat, May 01, 2027
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