So many opportunities to participate in the arts at BC! Take advantage of all that BC has to offer. Below you will find brief descriptions and contact information for the various arts departments and opportunities at BC for your reference throughout the year. On the back, you’ll find some specific information to get involved early!
| Theater Department Chair: Dr. John Houchin Robsham Theater Arts Center www.bc.edu/theatre An extensive course list in acting, directing, playwriting, design, education, and management. Dance classes in ballet, choreography, sacred dance, and more. The university theater presents six major productions per year. Auditions take place early in each semester for all productions in that semester. |
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| Music Department Undergraduate Advisor: Jeremiah McGrann Lyons Hall Room 407 www.bc.edu/music Courses in theory and composition, in the history and current trends of both Western and non-Western music, and lessons in performance. Vocal and instrumental performing ensembles in various musical styles. |
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| Bands Program Director: Sebastian Bonaiuto Conte Forum www.bc.edu/bands Award-winning instrumental and jazz ensemble (BC bOp!), University Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, and chamber music ensembles. The nationally renowned "Screaming Eagles" Marching Band and Pep Band perform for thousands of fans at Division I football, basketball, and hockey games. |
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| Fine Arts Department Chair: John Michalczyk Devlin Hall, Room 434 www.bc.edu/finearts Majors and minors available in Art History, Film Studies (history, criticism/theory, filmmaking/editing), and Studio Art (painting, drawing, ceramics, photography, and digital technology). Space reserved for freshman in many classes. Student art work exhibits in Bapst Art Gallery, organized by the Art Club.Note: A BC ID means free admission to Boston's Museum of Fine Arts! |
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| McMullen Museum of Art Director: Nancy Netzer Devlin Hall www.bc.edu/artmuseum Rotating exhibitions of world class art, as well as a select permanent collectio. Museum is free! Opportunities for internships and volunteer work. Look for information on openings and receptions. |
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| English Department Undergraduate Advisor: Treseanne Ainsworth Carney Hall www.bc.edu/english Creative writing courses in fiction, poetry, and cretive non-fiction. English majors meeting certain requirements can declare a concentration in creative writing. Other opportunities to get involved include Poetry and Fiction Days, lecture series, student literary publication, and the English Association. |
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Join the Arts Email Update List: www.bc.edu/artssubscribe MUSIC INSTRUCTION AND PERFORMANCE The ensembles listed below are professionally-directed. Student-run organizations include a cappella groups, improvisational theater and comedy troupes, dance organizations, literary organizations, and more. Information about these can be found through the Office of the Dean for Student Development (see below). |
| GROUP NAME | REHEARSAL/CLASS TIME (All P.M.) | AUDITION OR PLACEMENT | CONTACT |
| BC bOp! Instrumental & Vocal Jazz Ensemble | Sun 4:00-6:00 PM
Wed 4:15-6:30 PM |
Vocal – 9/8, 9/9, 9/10
Instrumental – 9/9, 9/13 |
bands@bc.edu
617-552-3018 |
| Chamber Music Society | Varies | Audition for placement; organizational meeting during 2nd week of classes | Sandra Hebert
617-552-1765 |
| Flute Choir | Mon 8:00-9:30 | Come to class first week – Lyons 423 | Judy Grant 2-4843 |
| Improvisation Workshops | Mon 6:00, 7:00, & 8:00 PM | Come to class first week – Lyons 409 | Erik Kniffen
2-4843 |
| Irish Traditional Music Ensembles | Tin Whistle – Tues 6:30
Irish Fiddle – Tues 6:30 |
Come to class first week – Lyons 409 | irish@bc.edu
2-3938 |
| Irish Dance | Beginner Wed – 3:00; Intermediate – Wed 4:00; Advanced – Wed 5:00 | Come to class first week – Brighton Dance Studio | Meghan Allen allenml@bc.edu |
| “Screaming Eagles” Marching Band | Band Camp – Aug 26-Sept 4
Tues/Thurs 7:00-10:00 PM |
Rolling Registration; first come, first served | www.bc.edu/jointheband |
| Popular Styles Ensemble | Wed 7:30-9:00 | Check with Music Dept | Erik Kniffin
2-4843 |
| Symphonic Band | Mon 7:00-9:00 PM | Open to the entire BC community | bands@bc.edu
617-552-3018 |
| Symphony Orchestra | Mon 6:30-8
Wed 6-7:30 |
During 1st week classes. Prepare a solo work and be prepared to play scales | John Finney
2-4305 |
| University Chorale | Women – Mon 4:30-6
Men – Tues 4:30-6 Everyone – Thurs 4:30-6 |
During 1st week classes. – no preparation required | Chorale Office
2-4306 |
| University Wind Ensemble | Mon 4:15-6:30 PM
Fri 4:15-6:30 PM |
9/11-4:15 PM, 9/14-by arrangement, 9/15-by arrangement | bands@bc.edu
617-552-3018 |
NOTE: Individual Lessons available in voice, piano, guitar, strings, winds, brass, etc. For credit or non-credit. All levels accepted. Contact the Music Department before Drop/Add ends.
GENERAL MEETING FOR EVERYONE INTERESTED IN THEATER
Tuesday, September 8 at 4:30 PM in Robsham Theater
Become familiar with the Theater Department, get information about the productions for the year, and hear representatives speak from student organizations. Auditions for fall productions will take place the following weekend.
STUDENT PROGRAMS OFFICE
21 Campanella Way, Suite 242 2-3480 spo@bc.edu www.bc.
Student clubs and organizations in the performing, visual, and literary arts. Auditions for various dance and music groups take place during the first weeks of September.