RAGAMALA DANCE COMPANY. PHOTOS BY AMUNALLA AND THREE PHASE MULTIMEDIA

IntroductionOur vision to inspire, connect, and cultivate brings stellar artists to our campus to further enrich our student-centered learning experience through the cultural arts. We believe that the arts inspire, engage, and bring about innovation in our personal education and growth.

We encourage faculty members to use Linking Learning to the Arts to support their coursework and expose students to artists and speakers from our UNCW Presents series. Linking Learning to the Arts will provide your students with interesting and exciting opportunities to experience course content beyond the classroom contributing to a more expansive university experience.

This season we invite you to be moved by the riveting true stories of female activists, comedic stylings, improvisational performances, cultural dance, and more. We look forward to seeing you at Kenan Auditorium!

Faculty Resources Please note that UNCW Presents performances begin at 7:30 p.m. in Kenan Auditorium (not to be confused with Kenan Hall).

Free Class Tickets If you are interested in bringing your class to a UNCW Presents performance, contact Abigail Beck at 910.962.3500 or becka@uncw.edu to make arrangements.

Discount Ticket PricesStudents are encouraged to take advantage of a special $5 ticket price for select UNCW Presents performances. For UNCW faculty, we offer $10 tickets (two per faculty member).

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Ragamala Dance Company

Sacred Earth Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019 | 7:30 p.m. Kenan Auditorium

Honoring nature through dance

Sacred Earth explores the interconnectedness between human emotions and the environments that shape them. In this work, the dancers create a sacred space to honor the divinity in the natural world and the sustenance we derive from it. Inspired by the philosophies behind the ephemeral arts of kolam and Warli painting and the Tamil Sangam literature of India, Sacred Earth is Ranee and Aparna Ramaswamy’s singular vision of the beautiful, fragile relationship between nature and humanity.

Tickets $25 • $50 • $75

AFN 130 African American StudiesANT 206 Cultural AnthropologyANT 208 Language & CultureANT 303 Culture and GenderARH 203 Art of the Non-Western WorldBIO 466 Conservation BiologyCLA 210 MythologyCHS 220 Introduction to Yoga Methodology and TechniquesCOM 212 Storytelling in the CommunityCOM 280 Intro to Digital Media ProductionCOM 313 Storytelling and Community EngagementCOM 344 Intercultural CommunicationCOM 415 Performance PracticumCMR 503 Decision Making and NegotiationCRW 305 The Creative ProcessECN 325 Environmental EconomicsEDN 304 Creativity, Imagination and Innovation in EducationEVS 195 Introduction to Environmental SciencesEVS 445 Environmental ConservationEBD 281 Creativity and InnovationFNA 101 Cultures of the World Through Music and DanceGLY 101 Earth RevealedGLY 420 Global Climate ChangePED 136 Movement ExplorationSOC 306 Sociology of CultureSOC 215 Modern Social Problems

THR 112 Dance AppreciationTHR 121 Introduction to TheatreTHR 125 Introduction to DesignTHR 134 Ballet ITHR 135 Modern Dance ITHR 205 Stage Make-Up ITHR 301 Physical and Vocal Expression for the PerformerTHR 306 Lighting Design ITHR 308 Costume DesignTHR 309 Costume HistoryRTH 386 Expressive ArtsSOC 306 Sociology of Culture

L.A. Theatre Works

SEVEN Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019 | 7:30 p.m. Kenan Auditorium

Seven women weave a tapestry of true stories

SEVEN is a documentary play about seven female activists from around the globe, telling inspiring stories of overcoming adversity to effect real change and improve the lives of women. SEVEN makes the powerful and timeless statement that even in the darkest times, one person, one voice and a single act of courage can change the lives of thousands. SEVEN is created with the support of Vital Voices Global Partnership and is a collaboration between the playwrights and the activists.

Tickets $20 • $35 • $50

AFN 130 African American StudiesANT 303 Culture and GenderCOM 101 Public SpeakingCOM 212 Storytelling in the CommunityCOM 219 Voice and DictionCOM 220 Interpersonal CommunicationCOM 223 Mediation and Conflict ManagementCOM 313 Storytelling and Community EngagementCOM 344 Intercultural CommunicationCOM 351 Media and PoliticsCOM 415 Performance PracticumCOM 465 Media and Popular CultureCMR 502 Conflict Management TheoryCMR 558 Vulnerable Populations: A Study of Human TraffickingCRW 201 Introduction to Creative WritingCRW 209 Creative Nonfiction I: Discovery and Story CraftCRW 305 The Creative ProcessCRW 307 Fiction Writing II: Voice and VisionCRW 316 PlaywritingCRW 545 Forms of Creative NonfictionCRM 315 VictimologyCRM 420 Collective ViolenceEDN 304 Creativity, Imagination and Innovation in EducationEDL 558 Social Justice Topics in EducationENG 230 Women in LiteratureENG 318 Writing and ActivismEBD 281 Creativity and InnovationNSG 503 Families in Rural and Urban CommunitiesNSG 521 Advanced Primary Care of Families: Women

PLS 425 International PoliticsPSY 270 Cross-Cultural PsychologyPSY 366 Psychology of Close RelationshipsPSY 246 Psychology of PersonalitySOC 105 Introduction to SociologySOC 215 Modern Social ProblemsSOC 250 Issues in Social JusticeSOC 306 Sociology of CultureSOC 215 Modern Social ProblemsSOC 550 Gender SOC 250 Issues of Social JusticeSWK 520 Life Transitions and Human Development in SocietyTHR 121 Introduction to TheatreTHR 125 Introduction to DesignTHR 230 Acting for Non-MajorsTHR 231 Acting I THR 242 Production Studio ITHR 250 Applied Performance LaboratoryTHR 251 Production Studio IITHR 301 Physical & Vocal ExpressionTHR 306 Lighting Design ITHR 308 Costume Design ITHR 333 Acting IIITHR 395 Applied Studies in TheatreTHR 486 Senior Seminar: PerformanceRTH 386 Expressive ArtsWGS 210 Intro to Women’s/Gender StudiesWGS 510 Intro to Women’s Studies

PLS 425 International PoliticsPSY 270 Cross-Cultural PsychologyPSY 366 Psychology of Close RelationshipsPSY 246 Psychology of PersonalitySOC 105 Introduction to SociologySOC 215 Modern Social ProblemsSOC 250 Issues in Social JusticeSOC 306 Sociology of CultureSOC 215 Modern Social ProblemsSOC 550 Gender SOC 250 Issues of Social JusticeSWK 520 Life Transitions and Human Development in SocietyTHR 121 Introduction to TheatreTHR 125 Introduction to DesignTHR 230 Acting for Non-MajorsTHR 231 Acting I THR 242 Production Studio ITHR 250 Applied Performance LaboratoryTHR 251 Production Studio IITHR 301 Physical & Vocal ExpressionTHR 306 Lighting Design ITHR 308 Costume Design ITHR 333 Acting IIITHR 395 Applied Studies in TheatreTHR 486 Senior Seminar: PerformanceRTH 386 Expressive ArtsWGS 210 Intro to Women’s/Gender StudiesWGS 510 Intro to Women’s Studies

Gooney Bird Greene and Her True Life AdventuresSaturday, Nov. 9, 2019 | 2 p.m. Kenan Auditorium Gooney Bird Greene likes to be in the middle of everything. At school, she casts herself as the hero in the most improbable, outlandish stories. Gooney Bird’s friends come to realize their lives are just as unique as hers and that they, too, can cast themselves as the heroes in their own true tales of discovery and adventure. A production by Kent R. Brown, performed by ECU Storybook Theatre, based on the book Gooney Bird Greene by Lois Lowry.

Tickets $5 • $10 • $20

COM 212 Storytelling in the CommunityCOM 219 Voice and DictionCOM 220 Interpersonal CommunicationCOM 223 Mediation and Conflict ManagementCOM 313 Storytelling and Community EngagementCOM 415 Performance PracticumCMR 502 Conflict Management TheoryCMR 539 Mediation in the CommunityCRW 201 Introduction to Creative WritingCRW 305 The Creative ProcessCRW 307 Fiction Writing II: Voice and VisionCRW 316 PlaywritingEDN 200 Teacher, School and SocietyEDN 304 Creativity, Imagination and Innovation in EducationEDN 344 Lit in the Elementary SchoolEDN 355 Language Arts Methods for Middle GradesEDN 356 Reading for K-12 TeachersEDN 370 Gender and Education

EDN 414 Integrating the Arts in the Elementary CurriculumEDN 541 The Role of Lit in Learning and the CurriculumENG 190 Adventures in Lit: Fairy Tales in Popular CultureENG 230 Women in LiteratureEBD 281 Creativity and InnovationPSY 220 Child PsychologyPSY 366 Psychology of Close RelationshipsPSY 246 Psychology of PersonalityTHR 121 Introduction to TheatreTHR 136 Movement ExplorationTHR 230 Acting for Non-MajorsTHR 232 Improvisation for Theatre MajorsTHR 242 Production Studio ITHR 250 Applied Performance LaboratoryTHR 251 Production Studio IITHR 302 Physical & Vocal Expression IITHR 305 Scenic DesignTHR 332 Acting IITHR 335 Acting for the CameraTHR 355 DirectingRTH 386 Expressive ArtsSOC 215 Modern Social Problems

The Second City

Laughing for All the Wrong Reasons Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2020 | 7:30 p.m. Kenan Auditorium

Funny ‘cause it’s true

The Second City is here to break all the comedy rules they made famous in this all-new, all-hilarious revue that will leave you laughing…and possibly questioning your very existence on this lonely planet. The Second City’s Touring Company comes together to create an unforgettable night of classic and original sketch comedy, along with hilarious unscripted improvisation! Starring the next generation of comedy superstars, there are about a bazillion right reasons to not miss this show.

Tickets $20 • $35 • $50

BUS 624 Strategic Management and PlanningCOM 101 Public SpeakingCOM 211 Storytelling and CultureCOM 212 Storytelling in the CommunityCOM 219 Voice and DictionCOM 220 Interpersonal CommunicationCOM 257 Arguing Well: Exploring Argumentation and DebateCOM 313 Storytelling and Community EngagementCOM 415 Performance PracticumCOM 421 Nonverbal CommunicationCOM 465 Media and Popular CultureCOM 351 Media and PoliticsCMR 502 Conflict Management TheoryCMR 503 Decision Making and NegotiationCMR 539 Mediation in the CommunityCRW 201 Introduction to Creative WritingCRW 209 Creative Nonfiction I: Discovery and Story CraftCRW 305 The Creative ProcessCRW 307 Fiction Writing II: Voice and VisionEDN 304 Creativity, Imagination and Innovation in Education

EBD 281 Creativity and InnovationGLS 555 Playful Prompts: Finding Your FormMBA 533 Project Management IPSY 246 Psychology of PersonalityTHR 121 Introduction to TheatreTHR 136 Movement ExplorationTHR 230 Acting for Non-MajorsTHR 232 Improvisation for Theatre MajorsTHR 242 Production Studio ITHR 250 Applied Performance LaboratoryTHR 251 Production Studio IITHR 302 Physical & Vocal Expression IITHR 305 Scenic DesignTHR 332 Acting IITHR 335 Acting for the CameraTHR 355 DirectingRTH 386 Expressive ArtsSWK 240 Basic Working Relationships Skills

EBD 281 Creativity and InnovationGLS 555 Playful Prompts: Finding Your FormMBA 533 Project Management IPSY 246 Psychology of PersonalityTHR 121 Introduction to TheatreTHR 136 Movement ExplorationTHR 230 Acting for Non-MajorsTHR 232 Improvisation for Theatre MajorsTHR 242 Production Studio ITHR 250 Applied Performance LaboratoryTHR 251 Production Studio IITHR 302 Physical & Vocal Expression IITHR 305 Scenic DesignTHR 332 Acting IITHR 335 Acting for the CameraTHR 355 DirectingRTH 386 Expressive ArtsSWK 240 Basic Working Relationships Skills

Theatreworks USA | Charlotte’s WebSaturday, March 14, 2020 | 2 p.m. Kenan Auditorium Charlotte’s Web is based on E.B. White’s loving story of the friendship between a pig named Wilbur and a little gray spider named Charlotte. Wilbur has a problem: how to avoid winding up as pork chops! Charlotte, a fine writer and true friend, hits on a plan to fool Farmer Zuckerman. This treasured tale, featuring madcap and endearing farm animals, explores bravery, selfless love and the true meaning of friendship.

Tickets $5 • $10 • $20

COM 212 Storytelling in the CommunityCOM 219 Voice and DictionCOM 220 Interpersonal CommunicationCOM 223 Mediation and Conflict ManagementCOM 313 Storytelling and Community EngagementCOM 415 Performance PracticumCMR 502 Conflict Management TheoryCMR 539 Mediation in the CommunityCRW 201 Introduction to Creative WritingCRW 305 The Creative ProcessCRW 307 Fiction Writing II: Voice and VisionCRW 316 PlaywritingEDN 200 Teacher, School and SocietyEDN 304 Creativity, Imagination and Innovation in EducationEDN 344 Lit in the Elementary SchoolEDN 355 Language Arts Methods for Middle GradesEDN 356 Reading for K-12 TeachersEDN 370 Gender and EducationEDN 414 Integrating the Arts in the Elementary CurriculumEDN 541 The Role of Lit in Learning and the CurriculumENG 190 Adventures in Lit: Fairy Tales in Popular CultureEBD 281 Creativity and Innovation

PSY 220 Child PsychologyPSY 366 Psychology of Close RelationshipsPSY 246 Psychology of PersonalityTHR 121 Introduction to TheatreTHR 136 Movement ExplorationTHR 230 Acting for Non-MajorsTHR 232 Improvisation for Theatre MajorsTHR 242 Production Studio ITHR 250 Applied Performance LaboratoryTHR 251 Production Studio IITHR 302 Physical & Vocal Expression IITHR 305 Scenic DesignTHR 332 Acting IITHR 335 Acting for the CameraTHR 355 DirectingRTH 386 Expressive Arts

9 Horses Friday, March 20, 2020 | 7:30 p.m. Kenan Auditorium

UNCW JazzFest features improv-fueled string ensemble

Performing as part of UNCW’s annual JazzFest, 9 Horses is an improvising chamber ensemble featuring Joe Brent (formerly of Regina Spektor’s band) on acoustic and electric mandolin, 2018 GRAMMY nominee Sara Caswell (Esperanza Spalding) on violin and Hardanger d’amore, and Andrew Ryan (Kaia Kater) on bass. Envisioning a musical future with no barrier between “folk art” and “fine art,” 9 Horses will feature original compositions and incendiary, genre-hopping virtuosity.

Co-presented by UNCW Department of Music

Tickets $15 • $20 • $40

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COM 220 Interpersonal CommunicationCOM 313 Storytelling and Community EngagementCMR 503 Decision Making and NegotiationCOM 415 Performance PracticumCOM 465 Media and Popular CultureCRW 305 The Creative ProcessCRW 530 Song Writing & Creative ProcessEDN 304 Creativity, Imagination and Innovation in EducationEBD 281 Creativity and InnovationMUS 106 Exploring MusicMUS 110 Intro to Music TechnologyMUS 112 Theory II

MUS 116 History of JazzMUS 117 American MusicMUS 130 Chamber Music WorkshopMUS 189 Jazz ComboMUS 215 Recording Technology IIMUS 236 Jazz Improvisation IIMUS 245 Instrumental Techniques IIMUS 300 Applications of Music TheoryMUS 325 Jazz Ensemble TechniquesMUS 373 Instrumental MethodsPSY 366 Psychology of Close RelationshipsRTH 386 Expressive Arts

MUS 116 History of JazzMUS 117 American MusicMUS 130 Chamber Music WorkshopMUS 189 Jazz ComboMUS 215 Recording Technology IIMUS 236 Jazz Improvisation IIMUS 245 Instrumental Techniques IIMUS 300 Applications of Music TheoryMUS 325 Jazz Ensemble TechniquesMUS 373 Instrumental MethodsPSY 366 Psychology of Close RelationshipsRTH 386 Expressive Arts

Ballet Folclórico Nacional de México de

SILVIA LOZANO Tuesday, March 24, 2020 | 7:30 p.m. Kenan Auditorium

Continuing the legacy of Mexican folklore, dance and music

Ballet Folclórico Nacional de México de SILVIA LOZANO is an institution tasked with the dissemination, preservation and promotion of the culture of Mexico, both at home and abroad. With an artistic career spanning over 56 years, the BFNM reflects the work of Mexico’s leading researchers and practitioners of folklore, dance, music and costumes. Tickets $20 • $35 • $50

AFN 130 African American StudiesANT 206 Cultural AnthropologyANT 208 Language & CultureANT 303 Culture and GenderARH 203 Art of the Non-Western WorldCOM 212 Storytelling in the CommunityCOM 313 Storytelling and Community EngagementCOM 344 Intercultural CommunicationCOM 415 Performance PracticumCMR 503 Decision Making and NegotiationCRW 305 The Creative ProcessCRW 530 Song Writing & Creative ProcessEDN 304 Creativity, Imagination and Innovation in EducationEBD 281 Creativity and InnovationFNA 101 Cultures of the World Through Music and DanceMUS 345 Latin American Popular MusicSPN 101 Introductory Spanish ISPN 102 Introductory Spanish II

SPN 120 Fundamentals of SpanishSPN 201 Intermediate Spanish ISPN 202 Intermediate Spanish IISPN 215 Spanish for BilingualsSPN 312 Spanish-American CivilizationSPN 315 Spanish for Bilinguals IITHR 112 Dance AppreciationTHR 135 Modern Dance ITHR 136 Movement ExplorationTHR 205 Stage Make-Up ITHR 207 Costume Construction ITHR 208 Costume Crafts ITHR 242 Production Studio ITHR 250 Applied Performance LaboratoryTHR 251 Production Studio IIRTH 386 Expressive ArtsSOC 306 Sociology of Culture

Simone Dinnerstein and Matt Haimovitz:

Evening of Beethoven and Glass Thursday, April 16, 2020 | 7:30 p.m. Kenan Auditorium

Classical brilliance from two extraordinary solo artists

As the world approaches the 250th anniversary of Beethoven’s birth in 2020, two extraordinary artists pair this giant with one of contemporary music’s most influential composers—Philip Glass. Pianist Simone Dinnerstein and cellist Matt Haimovitz collaborate on a dynamic program that includes a Beethoven Cello Sonata alongside a Glass Partita, and solo piano and cello repertoire by both composers.

Tickets $25 • $50 • $75

COM 220 Interpersonal CommunicationCOM 313 Storytelling and Community EngagementCOM 415 Performance Practicum CMR 503 Decision Making and NegotiationCRW 305 The Creative ProcessCRW 530 Song Writing & Creative ProcessEDN 304 Creativity, Imagination and Innovation in EducationEBD 281 Creativity and InnovationMUS 106 Exploring MusicMUS 110 Intro to Music Technology

MUS 112 Theory IIMUS 115 Survey of Music LiteratureMUS 142 Class Piano IIMUS 215 Recording Technology IIMUS 242 Class Piano IVMUS 245 Instrumental Techniques IIMUS 300 Applications of Music TheoryMUS 373 Instrumental MethodsPSY 366 Psychology of Close RelationshipsRTH 386 Expressive Arts

MUS 112 Theory IIMUS 115 Survey of Music LiteratureMUS 142 Class Piano IIMUS 215 Recording Technology IIMUS 242 Class Piano IVMUS 245 Instrumental Techniques IIMUS 300 Applications of Music TheoryMUS 373 Instrumental MethodsPSY 366 Psychology of Close RelationshipsRTH 386 Expressive Arts

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