University of San Francisco Performing Arts Department

University of San Francisco Performing Arts Department The first undergraduate program of its kind, the PASJ major at the University of San Francisco.

This is the page for the Performing Arts and Social Justice Major at the University of San Francisco. The first and only undergraduate program of its kind in the nation, the Performing Arts and Social Justice Major is deeply committed to the training and development of young artists fully engaged with the social issues that affect our lives.

🎭 The Bald Soprano: Last Call for the Absurd ⏳Today’s your final chance to dive into Eugene Ionesco’s riotous comedy of ...
04/16/2025

🎭 The Bald Soprano: Last Call for the Absurd ⏳

Today’s your final chance to dive into Eugene Ionesco’s riotous comedy of chaos, nonsense, and existential quirks. If you missed the post-show talkback on Saturday (swipe for a glimpse 📸), here’s your shot to see why this wild ride has everyone talking. Hurry, seating won’t last!

🗓 Event Details:
📅 Wednesday, April 16 (Final Performance)
🕗 8:00 PM
📍 Studio Theater

🎟 FREE EVENT – Seating is limited, walk up tickets available!
📲 Tap the link in our bio to book your tickets now! 🎫

For additional information, contact us at [email protected]

🌟 Dance Masterclass with Jo Kreiter: Elevate Your Movement 🕊️Ever wondered how to push the boundaries of dance—literally...
04/16/2025

🌟 Dance Masterclass with Jo Kreiter: Elevate Your Movement 🕊️

Ever wondered how to push the boundaries of dance—literally? Join us for an exclusive masterclass with Jo Kreiter, the powerhouse behind Flyaway Productions. With 29 years of creating site-specific, aerial, and politically charged performances, Jo blends community, feminism, and innovation into a body-based rebellion against gravity. Expect to explore physicality and activism... because dance can change the world (or at least your perspective!) 💥

All levels and backgrounds are welcome! Come get inspired by a trailblazing artist!

🗓 Event Details:
📅 Tuesday, April 22
🕟 4:35 PM – 5:55 PM
📍 KGallagher Dance Studio, Koret Center

🎟 FREE EVENT – No RSVP needed!

For additional information, contact us at [email protected]

💥 USF Dance Ensemble Spring 2025 Concert: Movers, Makers, Magic! 🩰Get ready for an electrifying night! USF’s Dance Ensem...
04/12/2025

💥 USF Dance Ensemble Spring 2025 Concert: Movers, Makers, Magic! 🩰

Get ready for an electrifying night! USF’s Dance Ensemble is hitting the stage with a killer showcase of creativity and movement. Featuring fresh, dynamic choreography from Meredith Belany, Amber Julian, Eli Nelson, and Jason Vu—plus a special appearance by the incredible Jo Kreiter of Flyaway Productions—this is one artistic celebration you won’t want to miss! ✨

🗓 Event Details:
📅 Friday, May 2 – Saturday, May 3
🕢 8:00 PM
📍 Presentation Theater, 2800 Turk Blvd

🎟 FREE EVENT – Arrive early to secure your seat!
📲 Hit the link in our bio to book your tickets now! 🎫

For additional information, contact us at [email protected]

🎭 The Bald Soprano: Absurdity Is Calling 📞Ready for nonsense? Chaos? USF’s The Bald Soprano is as wacky, wild, and weird...
04/12/2025

🎭 The Bald Soprano: Absurdity Is Calling 📞

Ready for nonsense? Chaos? USF’s The Bald Soprano is as wacky, wild, and weird as theater gets. Featuring absurd characters, hilarious moments, and the existential dread you didn’t know you needed, this comedy is a curious tale almost unbelievable—seriously, bring everyone you know!

But don’t just take our word for it:
🗣️ “Props, sick as hell!” – Amanda
🗣️ “Gooey gurgles galore” – Grace
🗣️ “Wacky, wild, weird—2 thumbs up for the whole family.” – Iman
🗣️ “It definitely warrants a rewatch.” – Kiana

Come see the absurdity unfold (and scroll for sneak peek photos 📸)!

🗓 Event Details:
📅 Thursday, April 10 – Wednesday, April 16
🕢 8:00 PM (2:00 PM Sunday Matinee)
📍 Studio Theater

🎟 FREE EVENT – Seating is limited, so arrive early!
📲 Tap the link in our bio to book your tickets now! 🎫

For additional information, contact us at [email protected]

🎶 USF Performing Arts Presents: Music Showcase 🌟One night, endless inspiration. Join us for an unforgettable evening of ...
04/07/2025

🎶 USF Performing Arts Presents: Music Showcase 🌟

One night, endless inspiration. Join us for an unforgettable evening of music celebrating themes of determination, perseverance, and community. Featuring both beloved classics and original works, this musical extravaganza is guaranteed to move you—heart, soul, and maybe even your feet. 🎤

Seating is limited, so don’t miss your chance to experience this one-night-only event!

🗓 Event Details:
📅 Thursday, April 24
🕢 8:00 PM
📍 Presentation Theater, 2800 Turk Blvd.

🎟 FREE EVENT – Arrive early to secure your seat!
📲 Hit the link in our bio to book your tickets now! 🎫

For additional information, contact us at [email protected]

🎭 USF Performing Arts Presents: The Bald Soprano 🪑Step into the absurd! Eugene Ionesco’s groundbreaking comedy takes you...
04/07/2025

🎭 USF Performing Arts Presents: The Bald Soprano 🪑

Step into the absurd! Eugene Ionesco’s groundbreaking comedy takes you on a wild ride through nonsense, chaos, and tragedy. Six characters unravel the absurdity of existence and modern communication in this witty, thought-provoking masterpiece, translated from French by Tina Howe. Expect laughs, existential dread, and maybe a little head-scratching! 🤔

Don’t miss the special post-show discussion on Saturday, April 12—because sometimes you need to talk about the chaos you just witnessed!

🗓 Event Details:
📅 Thursday, April 10 – Wednesday, April 16
🕢 8:00 PM (2:00 PM Sunday Matinee)
📍 Studio Theater

🎟 FREE EVENT – Seating is limited, so arrive early!
📲 Tap the link in our bio to book your tickets now! 🎫

For additional information, contact us at [email protected]

🎶 University Choir Presents: In Praise of Song 🌸Let the music move you! Join the USF University Choir for a lunchtime co...
04/02/2025

🎶 University Choir Presents: In Praise of Song 🌸

Let the music move you! Join the USF University Choir for a lunchtime concert celebrating the beauty of song itself. From Renaissance harmonies to modern gospel, this program features stunning works by Eric Whitacre, Rosephanye Powell, Benjamin Britten, and more. Expect joy, comfort, and a little magic in every note! 🎵

Open to all USF community members—don’t miss this midweek musical escape!

🗓 Event Details:
📅 Wednesday, April 9
🕛 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
📍 Gleeson Library – Thacher Gallery

🎟 FREE EVENT – Just come and enjoy!

For additional information, contact us at [email protected]

💃 Gleeson Plaza Dance Showing 🌟Take your Tuesday to the next level with an outdoor dance showcase that’s bursting with e...
04/02/2025

💃 Gleeson Plaza Dance Showing 🌟

Take your Tuesday to the next level with an outdoor dance showcase that’s bursting with energy! USF Dance Program students are hitting Gleeson Plaza with a dynamic mix of styles, including contemporary, hip-hop, ballet, and more. It’s a celebration of creativity, community, and pure joy! Don’t miss it! ✨

No tickets, no RSVP—just show up and get inspired!

🗓 Event Details:
📅 Tuesday, April 8
🕦 11:45 AM
📍 Gleeson Plaza

🎟 FREE EVENT – Open to everyone!

For additional information, contact us at [email protected]

🎻 Thacher Thursdays: Chamber Ensemble 🌬️Take a midday escape into the elements! This Thursday, the USF Chamber Ensemble...
03/27/2025

🎻 Thacher Thursdays: Chamber Ensemble 🌬️

Take a midday escape into the elements! This Thursday, the USF Chamber Ensemble brings Handel’s storms, Vivaldi’s birdsong, and Telemann’s flowing waters to life. From tempestuous winds to serene breezes, it’s a concert that’ll sweep you away! 🎶

🗓 Event Details:
📅 Thursday, March 27
🕛 12:00 PM
📍 Thacher Gallery

🎟 FREE EVENT! No tickets, no RSVP—just drop by and let the music move you!

For additional information, contact us at [email protected]

🎤 2nd Annual Ann Getty Endowed Lecture: The USF Artist as Change Maker 🎭Join us for an evening spotlighting USF alumni w...
03/20/2025

🎤 2nd Annual Ann Getty Endowed Lecture: The USF Artist as Change Maker 🎭

Join us for an evening spotlighting USF alumni who shake things up in visual arts, dance, film, and creative writing! Catch powerful performances and real talk from alumni like creative producer Dave Binegar ‘08, designer Megan Badilla ‘18, law candidate Melitza Ortega ‘23, and choreographer Eric Garcia ‘11. Plus, a special guest performance by Dance Generators—USF’s intergenerational dance crew bridging generations through movement! 🌟

Can’t wait until evening? Come early at 2:00 PM for the afternoon “Meet USF: Arts Event,” an exclusive session for admitted and current students to connect and explore how artists drive change.

🗓 Event Details:
📅 Friday, March 21
🕑 Afternoon Session: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
🕕 Evening Lecture & Performance: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Presentation Theater, University of San Francisco

For additional information, contact us at [email protected]

☀️ Gleeson Plaza Dance Showing! 💃USF’s Dance Program students are hitting the plaza with contemporary, hip-hop, ballet, ...
03/10/2025

☀️ Gleeson Plaza Dance Showing! 💃

USF’s Dance Program students are hitting the plaza with contemporary, hip-hop, ballet, and more. Bring your friends, soak up some sunshine, and catch some fresh choreography! No tickets needed—just show up ready to vibe. Open to everyone! ☀️

🗓 Event Details:
📅 Tuesday, April 8
🕦 11:45 AM
📍 Gleeson Plaza

🎟 FREE EVENT – No RSVP required!

For additional information, contact us at [email protected]

🎭 SENIOR PROJECTS BEGIN TONIGHT! 🎭Join the Performing Arts and Social Justice Department for an unforgettable showcase o...
02/28/2025

🎭 SENIOR PROJECTS BEGIN TONIGHT! 🎭

Join the Performing Arts and Social Justice Department for an unforgettable showcase of original works by the 2025 graduating seniors!

Produced by Giacomo Fiore and Eli Nelson, these powerful performances feature bold storytelling and dynamic movement through music, dance, and theater, exploring identity, community, mental health, cultural belonging, and resilience.

Experience intimate, thought-provoking performances that blend poignant reflections with joyful celebrations, offering fresh perspectives on personal experiences and social issues—moments that will resonate long after the curtain falls! 💫

📅 Performance Schedule
🌟 Program A: Feb 27 & Mar 1 at 8PM
👥 Alma Cheriff, Bria Cooper, Julia Cotteleer, Mikiko Inayama, Suyuan Liu & Trey Tang
💫 Program B: Feb 28 & Mar 2 at 8PM
👥 Sam Joon Fernandez, Cherrie Liu, Kirra Long, Annika Raether, Olivia Rudd & Yana Walia
📍 Lone Mountain Studio Theater

🎟 Admission is FREE, but seating is limited! Best availability: Sunday night! 🔥
📲 Book your tickets TODAY! Link in bio! 🎫

For additional information, contact us at [email protected]

🚨 TWO WEEKS AWAY! SENIOR PROJECTS ‘25 🎭✨The countdown is on! In just two weeks, the Performing Arts & Social Justice Dep...
02/25/2025

🚨 TWO WEEKS AWAY! SENIOR PROJECTS ‘25 🎭✨

The countdown is on! In just two weeks, the Performing Arts & Social Justice Department presents Senior Projects, the culminating performances of our graduating 2025 senior artist-activists. Featuring original music, powerful choreography, and compelling storytelling, these intimate works showcase the artistry and vision of our seniors. One weekend only—don’t miss it!

📅 Performance Schedule:
🌟 Program A: Feb 27 & Mar 1 at 8PM
👤 Featuring: Alma Cheriff, Bria Cooper, Julia Cotteleer, Mikiko Inayama, Suyuan Liu & Trey Tang
🌟 Program B: Feb 28 & Mar 2 at 8PM
👤 Featuring: Sam Joon Fernandez, Cherrie Liu, Kirra Long, Annika Raether, Olivia Rudd & Yana Walia
📍 Lone Mountain Studio Theater

🎟 Admission is FREE, but seating is limited!
📲 Book your tickets TODAY! Link in bio! 🎫

For additional information, contact us at [email protected]

🌟 Unlock Your Potential: Drama Therapy at CIIS! 🎭Ready to blend your love for theater with a passion for helping others?...
02/21/2025

🌟 Unlock Your Potential: Drama Therapy at CIIS! 🎭

Ready to blend your love for theater with a passion for helping others? The Drama Therapy Graduate Program at CIIS in San Francisco is now accepting applications for the 2025 cohort! Train in a unique program that combines healing and the arts, opening doors to careers in mental health, education, and community work. You’ll gain skills in counseling psychology, drama therapy, and action-oriented methods, paving the way for licensure as a psychotherapist and certification as a drama therapist!

🌿 Want to learn more? Join us for an upcoming event:
📍 Spring Open House (In-Person)
🕖 Feb 22, 10 AM–3:30 PM PST
💻 Virtual Info Session w/ Dr. Britton Williams & Jordana de Lory
🕖 Feb 27, 10 AM–12 PM PST

📲 RSVP TODAY at apply.ciis.edu/register/OH-spring2025! 🎫

Turn your passion into a career that transforms lives! 🌍

For additional information, contact us at [email protected]

🎭 Senior Projects ‘25: One Weekend Only! 🎶The Performing Arts & Social Justice Department proudly presents Senior Projec...
02/13/2025

🎭 Senior Projects ‘25: One Weekend Only! 🎶

The Performing Arts & Social Justice Department proudly presents Senior Projects, the culminating performances of our graduating 2025 senior artist-activists! These original, thought-provoking works showcase powerful music, dynamic choreography, and compelling storytelling. Don’t miss this special weekend of performances!

🌟 Two Unique Programs:
Program A: Alma Cheriff, Bria Cooper, Julia Cotteleer, Mikiko Inayama, Suyuan Liu & Trey Tang
Program B: Sam Joon Fernandez, Cherrie Liu, Kirra Long, Annika Raether, Olivia Rudd & Yana Walia

🗓 Performance Schedule:
📅 Thursday, Feb 27 – Program A Opening Night, 8:00 PM
📅 Friday, Feb 28 – Program B Opening Night, 8:00 PM
📅 Saturday, Mar 1 – Program A Closing Night, 8:00 PM
📅 Sunday, Mar 2 – Program B Closing Night, 8:00 PM
📍 Lone Mountain Studio Theater

🎟 Admission is FREE, but seating is limited!
📲 Book your tickets TODAY! Link in bio! 🎫

✨ Celebrate the artistry and vision of USF’s PASJ seniors! Don’t miss it!

📸 Photo Credit: Steve Disenhof

For additional information, contact us at [email protected]

🎭 Spring 2025 Auditions Are Here! 💃Get ready to showcase your talent and be part of USF’s incredible Performing Arts & S...
01/27/2025

🎭 Spring 2025 Auditions Are Here! 💃

Get ready to showcase your talent and be part of USF’s incredible Performing Arts & Social Justice productions. Whether you’re a theater enthusiast, a musical performer, or a dancer, there’s a spot for you! 🌟

Theater Mainstage Auditions: The Bald Soprano by Eugène Ionesco
📅 Monday, Jan 27 & Tuesday, Jan 28 (Callbacks: Jan 29)
🕡 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Studio Theater
🎭 Prepare a 2-3 min memorized monologue, or we’ll provide one!

Music Showcase Auditions
📅 Thursday, Jan 30
🕔 5:00 PM
📍 Studio Theater
🎵 Prepare a few minutes of material to highlight your musical strengths!
📩 Virtual submissions accepted—email Giacomo Fiore at [email protected]

USF Dance Ensemble Auditions
📅 Thursday, Jan 30
🕕 Registration: 6:00 PM | Audition: 6:30 PM
📍 KGallagher Studio, Koret Center
✨ Learn and perform choreography from USF faculty and Bay Area artists!

Don’t miss your chance to join these amazing productions and perform with the best. See you at auditions!

🎸 ONE NIGHT ONLY: ROCK BAND FALL CONCERT! 🎤Join USF’s talented music majors, minors, and performing-arts enthusiasts as ...
12/04/2024

🎸 ONE NIGHT ONLY: ROCK BAND FALL CONCERT! 🎤

Join USF’s talented music majors, minors, and performing-arts enthusiasts as they ignite the stage in an explosive end-of-semester celebration! 🔥

One unforgettable night. Pure rock energy. Stunning visuals. This is your chance to be part of USF’s most electrifying music event of the year! This one is NOT to be missed! ⚡️

🗓 Event Details:
📅 Wednesday, December 4
🕖 6:00 PM
📍Studio Theater

🎟 FREE EVENT – NO RSVP NEEDED! Just show up and rock out with us!

For additional information, contact us at [email protected]

🎻 Chamber Ensemble Concert Happening Tomorrow! 🎶Don’t miss the USF Chamber Ensemble’s Fall Concert, happening tomorrow a...
11/24/2024

🎻 Chamber Ensemble Concert Happening Tomorrow! 🎶

Don’t miss the USF Chamber Ensemble’s Fall Concert, happening tomorrow at noon! This “cornucopia of chamber delights” features something for everyone: two gorgeous Studio Ghibli selections, a heartfelt Billie Eilish piece, a timeless Haydn Trio, and works by rarely heard composers Emilie Mayer and Jacques Naudot.

It’s a musical feast that promises to inspire and delight- and it’s perfect for a midday break! Bring a friend, enjoy the music, and celebrate the incredible talent of our chamber musicians.

🎵 Sunday, November 24
⏰ 12:00 PM
📍 LM 100 - Handlery Room

🎟 Tickets are FREE, but seating is limited!
📲 Book your tickets TODAY! Link in bio! 🎫

For additional information, contact us at [email protected]

Address

281 Masonic Avenue, Ste 201
San Francisco, CA
94118

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+14154225979

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