Arts & Culture
‘Black Subjects in Modern Media Photography’ Examines Complexity and Paradoxes of Black Visual Modernity
“Black Subjects in Modern Media Photography: Works from the George R. Rinhart Collection” is on display through March 13 at the Syracuse University Art Galleries in the Shaffer Art Building. The exhibition of 145 photographic images includes work by news…
Light Work Spring 2020 Exhibiting Artist Explores Nature as Site of Refuge and Trauma
Light Work is presenting “Trap and Lean-to,” a solo exhibition of photographs by Oakland-based artist Dionne Lee, through March 7. A multimedia artist, Lee employs video, collage, photography and sculpture to explore American landscape and her place within its complex…
Syracuse Stage Presents the Critically Acclaimed Play ‘The Wolves’
The Syracuse Stage season continues with the critically acclaimed “The Wolves,” Sarah DeLappe’s Pulitzer Prize-nominated drama about nine young women soccer players. Co-produced with the Department of Drama in the College of Visual and Performing Arts and directed by Melissa…
Internationally Renowned Artist Carrie Mae Weems Named University Artist in Residence at Syracuse University
Internationally renowned artist Carrie Mae Weems is bringing her talent, experience and wisdom to Syracuse University when she arrives on campus on Feb. 1, the start of a three-year University Artist in Residence position. A MacArthur Fellowship (a.k.a. “Genius” grant)…
Humanities Center and Burton Blatt Institute Host ‘Cripping’ Graphic Medicine: Drawing Out the Public Sphere 2020
The Humanities Center and the Burton Blatt Institute’s (BBI) Office of Interdisciplinary Programs and Outreach are hosting a two-part Syracuse Symposium, “‘Cripping’ Graphic Medicine: Drawing Out the Public Sphere 2020.” MK Czerwiec, R.N., M.A., a.k.a. “Comic Nurse”, will lecture on…
Finding the Beat, Finding the Story: Researching Music Education
Where is hip-hop in school music education, asks David Knapp? Music education should stress the vernacular—that is, reflect the music language of students—says Knapp, assistant professor of music education in the School of Education and the Setnor School of Music…
School Of Architecture Alumni, Faculty Honored with Best of Design Awards
Syracuse Architecture was well-represented in the 2019 Best of Design Awards, The Architect’s Newspaper’s (AN) unique project-based awards program that showcases great buildings, building elements, interiors and installations to an audience of over one million readers. Projects from School of…
Puerto Rican Artist Rafael Trelles Brings ‘The Imagined Word’ to Point of Contact Gallery
Point of Contact Gallery will host an opening reception and artist talk for “The Imagined Word,” an exhibition by Puerto Rican artist Rafael Trelles, on Friday, Jan. 24, from 6 to 8 p.m. The gallery is located in the Nancy…
Random Access Gallery to Recognize Remembrance Day for Lost Species
Random Access Gallery will present “The Extinction Gallery,” an exhibition featuring work by Syracuse University and SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry students, with an opening reception on Friday, Dec. 6, from 5-8 p.m. in 117 Smith Hall. The…
Syracuse Stage, Rain Lounge Seeking Contestants for Salt City Drag Battle
They’re back! Mrs. Kasha Davis and Miss Darienne Lake return to Syracuse Stage to host an evening of drag, drinks and dancing at the third annual Salt City Drag Battle. Co-presented with Rain Lounge, this year’s battle is Saturday, Jan….