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.

Support this endowment

Series | Festivals | Camps | Events

Signature events invite world-class art, music, theatre and dance performers, instruct exceptional students and are fun for all to attend.

Reno Jazz Festival The Reno Jazz Festival hosts jazz students, instructors, performers and fans to play, listen and learn at a three-day festival each spring.
Reno Jazz Festival
Three men play guitar, bass and drums inside a rehearsal room
Performing Arts Series The School of the Arts hosts the signature Performing Arts Series each season with an incredible lineup of guest artists from all over the world.
Performing Arts Series
Two women play a violin and a cello on stage during a performance
Lake Tahoe Music Camp Lake Tahoe Music Camp offers concert bands, jazz bands, chamber ensembles, music classes and its own private beach on Lake Tahoe for middle and high school students.
Lake Tahoe Music Camp
Young students playing percussion instruments outside

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.

Departments and Programs

News about the visual and performing arts

Get the latest news about School of the Arts events, highlights and opportunities.

Wildfire smoke engulfing trees in a somber orange smoke.

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.

Meet the new associate director of choral activities: championing community, collaboration and belonging

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

Beth Gibbs.

Welcoming Beth Gibbs, Ph.D.: a visionary voice for choral excellence at the University of Nevada, Reno

The College of Liberal Art's School of Music welcomes Gibbs, and is excited to see her impact on the program

Read more in the School of the Arts archives

Scheduled events for School of the Arts

Jul 09
Wonder Wednesdays: Art for All Ages at John and Geraldine Lilley Museum of Art 04:00 PM Arts
Jul 15
The Lilley Open House at John and Geraldine Lilley Museum of Art 06:00 PM Arts
Jul 19
Convergence Zone Exhibit Reception at Sierra Arts Foundation 01:00 PM Arts
Jul 19
Late Night at The Lilley at John and Geraldine Lilley Museum of Art 07:00 PM Arts
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