How the refurbished Symbols for Education mural is a mosaic of history
What happens to outdoor artwork when time has run its course? Commissioned from the graduating class of 1958, the Symbols for Education mural by Lionel and Patricia Thomas, embodies a time capsule that reflects the interwoven relations across campus.
Arts events not to miss in September 2024
Get ready for an inspiring September filled with unforgettable experiences! From captivating performances and groundbreaking exhibitions to enriching conversations and cultural celebrations, this month offers endless opportunities to explore, learn, and connect.
Arts events not to miss this Summer 2024
This August, engage in thought-provoking conversations, hands-on workshops, and vibrant performances that celebrate diverse cultures and histories.
10 Arts events not to miss in April 2024
Wrap up the semester with a variety of showcases, performances, and productions, such as UBC Opera’s Cosí fan tutte and UBC’s Film and Theatre’s Saint Joan of the Stockyards. Plus, explore the different drop-in career advising and workshop opportunities available to you.
11 Arts events not to miss in March 2024
This March, immerse yourself in a variety of activities, showcases, and events at Arts Multilingual Week 2024. Attend talks from the Phil Lind Initiative speaker series and bask in several UBC Music showcases at the Chan Centre!
Let’s talk about Multilingual Week 2024
This Spring, Arts Multilingual Week returns to celebrate multilingualism through a series of events, performances, and showcases featuring students, scholars, and community members. Following its successful run of events in October 2022, Arts Multilingual Week makes a comeback with its most anticipated events and more!
11 Arts events not to miss in February 2024
This February, experience an opera based on the classic Cinderella fairy tale, celebrate Lunar New Year 2024 at the UBC Botanical Garden, and enjoy a variety of talks and performances that highlight Black excellence. UBC Opera: Cendrillon Thursday, February 1-Sunday, February 4 | Chan Shun Concert Hall Tickets: $15-$45 Jules Massenet’s opera in four acts, […]
12 Arts events not to miss in January 2024
This January, meet Dean of Arts Dr. Clare Haru Crowston for coffee, tea, and treats. Plus, learn about decolonizing theatre, hear from New Yorker Magazine culture writer Jia Tolentino as part of his year’s Phil Lind Initiative speaker series, and check out a variety of productions from the Arts community.
11 Arts events not to miss in December 2023
This December, celebrate the holiday season with the UBC School of Music, learn about how climate action can boost our well-being, and join a cheese workshop with the Centre de la Francophonie de UBC.
10 Arts events not to miss in November 2023
This November, take part in a series of wellbeing workshops for Thrive month, experience jazz and piano concerts at the Chan Centre, and enjoy a variety of productions, exhibitions, and screenings from the Arts community.