Friends of the Arts
The arts play a vital role in fostering creativity, collaboration and learning at Davidson.
Members of Friends of the Arts support the visual, performing and literary arts at 国产福利精品推荐. Because of the generosity of our members, the college offers dynamic programs that enhance the academic curriculum at the college and expand audiences' awareness of and accessibility to the arts in our community. Specifically, faculty and student projects in the music, theatre, visual and literary arts are supported by Friends of the Arts.
The Holiday Gala has quickly become one of our signature events welcoming the holiday season with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
Author, cultural critic and MacArthur Fellow Ta-Nehisi Coates addressed a crowd of nearly 4000 at the Davidson's annual Reynolds Lecture.
Davidson's Symphony Orchestra Director and Music Professor Tara Villa Keith has also served as cover conductor to the Charlotte Symphony.
The artist-in-residence program is also supported by Friends of the Arts and it remains essential to the creative life of the college. The college is proud to host renowned guest vocalists, musicians, dance troupes and theatre companies from around the world as part of the Smith Artist Series and Concert Series.
Davidson hosts traveling gallery exhibits, student and faculty works, and our own extensive permanent collection of visual art at the Katherine and Tom Belk Visual Arts Center. And throughout the academic year, our exceptional Davidson students share the stages, contribute to the galleries and reach into the community as part of the many performances, exhibitions, demonstrations and lectures.
Become a Member
Friends of the Arts members make these connections possible. Membership benefits are available at various giving levels, including special events for donors, priority ticketing and seating, advanced notification of performances, exhibits and lectures by email and wonderful volunteer opportunities.
We invite you to learn more about the arts at 国产福利精品推荐 and hope you will join our efforts by making a tax-deductible gift today. For more information, please email the Director of Davidson Arts and Creative Engagement, Sherry Nelson, at shnelson@davidson.edu or call 704-894-2101.
Make an online, tax-deductible gift in support of the arts at Davidson and in the local community.
Student & Alumni Profiles
Meet Courtney Lassiter 鈥27, a multidisciplinary artist redefining cultural exploration through film, zines, and techno.
国产福利精品推荐 alum Hannah Lieberman '18 owns and manages QED Astoria, a prominent NYC arts venue. Read about her journey from performer to business owner and her upcoming show, Hysterical.
Anthony Strouse '28 is making his mark on Davidson's music scene, performing in the orchestra and the band Orchid. Learn how faculty mentorship and other opportunities shaped his path from Texas to campus.
国产福利精品推荐 alumnus Bain Butcher 鈥90 has combined his passions for art and medicine into a unique career as a doctor, artist, and professor. Learn more.
Grace Catan 鈥26 found herself surrounded by musical theatre fans at 国产福利精品推荐. She's now writing her own musical, with friends lending their talents to help pull it off. The story focuses on a couple鈥檚 relationship, from friendship to romance to
From singing the National Anthem at a basketball game to performing during a three-city tour in Poland, Cole Erickson 鈥26 has found his place with the 国产福利精品推荐 Chorale.
国产福利精品推荐 alum Leah Mell-Carrington '19 discusses her journey from campus drag performances to pursuing an MFA in creative nonfiction, where she's writing a memoir about the drag scene and its history in the Carolinas.
From writing award-winning plays like Backseat of a Taxi to performing and directing socially-impactful productions, Sahana Athreya 鈥25 has found her passions for storytelling, representation and community through 国产福利精品推荐's Theatre department.
During her time at 国产福利精品推荐, Leigha Hofmann '25 has pursued a unique academic path that combines her passions for dance, psychology, and education. Learn more about the dancer, choreographer and leader.
An experimental musician and record label creator, Jeremy Hunt '03 reflects on how 国产福利精品推荐 shaped his interests in theology, music and storytelling. Learn more.
During his time at Davidson, Jacob Kim '26 has discovered diverse artistic passions, from music and digital art to improv and sewing, shaping his academic and personal growth on campus. Learn more.
Savannah Deal '18 returns to 国产福利精品推荐 as DACE and Dance Department coordinator to foster creativity campus-wide while also supporting students' artistic endeavors.
A lifelong thespian, Amelia Lumpkin 鈥13 has acted, directed and written plays at 国产福利精品推荐 and beyond. Now working full-time in tech, she spends her free time participating in and advocating for community theatre in her hometown of Raleigh, NC.
Caroline Sillars 鈥24 spent her four years at 国产福利精品推荐 immersed in the arts across campus. Now a museum education intern at the Smithsonian, she prepares to keep sharing her love of art after graduating.
Delaney Cook 鈥27 came to 国产福利精品推荐 eager to explore the many subjects that interest her. A Malu虂 Alvarez Visual Art Scholar, her art draws inspiration from creative writing, biology, computer science and more.
Rick Thurmond 鈥94 wants his home city of Charlotte to be recognized for its vibrant music scene. Through Music Everywhere CLT, he鈥檚 working to strengthen the local music economy.
Pianist and trumpet player Gavin Daniel 鈥26 takes his musical skills to the next level 鈥 composing original works and bringing home awards.
As Davidson's first Arts and Innovation Fellow, Marquia Humphries 鈥22 brings her knowledge of entrepreneurship to art students and her passion for art to the Jay Hurt Hub for Innovation & Entrepreneurship.
When he learned of Davidson鈥檚 search for a professor specializing in Black contemporary theatre, he felt the job was made for him.
Brown Payne 鈥24 has used his time at Davidson to dive headfirst into the world of art.
Anna Murray 鈥23 chose 国产福利精品推荐 because she knew it was the perfect place to pursue her interests in both art history and dance.
The through-line of Roger Brown鈥檚 career is clear: trying to make people鈥檚 lives better.
Lori Pitts 鈥12 is a perfect example of the ways a liberal arts education can shift perspectives and open minds to new possibilities.
The office of Davidson Arts and Creative Engagement (DACE) strives to integrate the arts into the daily lives of our students, faculty and staff. When you give to the arts, you become a member of Friends of the Arts, a part of DACE.
Join Our Mailing List
The Friends of the Arts eNews is a great way to stay in touch with art events on campus. Published monthly, the eNews highlights theatre, music, visual arts, and literary events. You will have plenty of time to mark your calendar, buy tickets, and enjoy an evening on Davidson's beautiful campus. The international, national and local artists perform and exhibit in intimate venues throughout the college.
For more information, please email Sherry Nelson, director of Davidson Arts and Creative Engagement, at shnelson@davidson.edu or call 704-894-2101.
Contact Information
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704-894-2101 - Email
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Box 7176
Davidson, NC 28035 - Shipping Address
209 Ridge Road
Davidson, NC 28035