Creativity Unbound
The School of the Arts offers 15 bachelor's and graduate degrees in art, music, theatre and dance, and presents inspiring, thought-provoking, world-class visual and performing arts events year-round.
Support the Larry Engstrom Endowment for the Advancement of Jazz
In honor of the retirement of Dr. Larry Engstrom, the College of Liberal Arts and School of the Arts have established the Larry Engstrom Endowment for the Advancement of Jazz which will further the strong jazz tradition he built at the University during his 34-year career.
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Signature events invite world-class art, music, theatre and dance performers, instruct exceptional students and are fun for all to attend.



Foundation for artistic disciplines
The School’s degree programs in visual art, music, theatre and dance prepare students to contribute as artists, educators and scholars.
News about the visual and performing arts
Get the latest news about School of the Arts events, highlights and opportunities.

The depths of Tahoe’s photographical history
Professor Peter Goin's vast collection of images capture the essence, the stories and our relationship to the lake

Convergence Zone: exploring the intersection of science, art and wildfire
Experience this hard-hitting exhibition at the Sierra Arts Foundation, from July 1–26, 2025 — with special reception on July 19, from 1–3:30 p.m.

Brittney May, MM, returns to the University of Nevada, Reno to lead with purpose, passion and a decade of dedication to choral excellence
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