College of Visual and Performing Arts (CVPA)

Current School of Dance student Avery Mckinley Nank offers an insider's perspective on the biggest event of the season for the School of Dance at George Mason University.

George Mason University’s Center for the Arts announces the addition of a free performance by Doug Varone and Dancers on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 8 p.m. While admission is free, tickets are required through the Center for the Arts website.

Kenge BaNikongo is the 2026 recipient of the Young Alumni Commissioning Project Award, and Taj Kokayi is the recipient of the 2026 Young Alumni Creative Development Award.

Jeffrey Kenney, an associate curator for Mason Exhibitions, is a recipient of a 2025-26 Virginia Museum of Fine Arts fellowship.

George Mason University’s College of Visual and Performing Arts (CVPA) announced the second round of Young Alumni Commissioning Project award recipients this week. 

Rick Davis and Julie Thompson recently ensured that their longstanding legacies will continue to enhance, nurture, and grow the arts at George Mason through a planned gift with multiple designations.

George Mason University film and video studies students are working with Entertainment 2 Affect Change (E2AC), an organization that provides creative students and individuals the opportunity to use storytelling to share the mission and impact of local nonprofits.

Grammy Award-winning band La Santa Cecilia, known for its seamless blend of Latin culture, rock, and world music, led a timely week of events as a Mason Artist-in-Residence, exploring art and advocacy leading up to its November 15 concert at the Center for the Arts.

Alumna and high school music teacher and band director Melissa Hall retuned to George Mason University's campus in honor of Mason Band's 55th anniversary.

George Mason University’s College of Visual and Performing Arts (CVPA) highlights discounted tickets to alumni for performances across Mason Arts venues during Homecoming Week at George Mason University.