WCU’s Wells School of Music Presents Criterions Jazz Ensemble Concert
The Criterions Jazz Ensemble is back with their big band sound on Friday, September 22, at 7:30 p.m. The concert takes place on West Chester University’s campus in the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Philips Memorial Building, 700 S. High Street, West Chester. It can also be livestreamed. A full program for the evening is available online.
The Criterions performs a variety of big band traditional and contemporary jazz literature under the direction of Jonathan Ragonese. In this exciting season opener, the band is joined by two of New York’s musical sages, pianist Garry Dial and saxophonist Dick Oatts. This celebration of their friendship will include works from Brassworks, Dial & Oatts, Rediscovered Ellington, and That Music Always Round Me.
Registration Now Open for WCU's Well's School of Music Summer Camps and Programs
Registration is now open for summer music camps at West Chester University for students in grades 3 - 12. Information and links to registration can be found at https://www.wcupa.edu/music/specialPrograms.aspx. All programs are held in on-campus, state-of-the-art facilities and instructed by expert faculty from the Wells School of Music and outside professionals. Select camps offer on-campus residential opportunities for high school-aged campers.
WCU's 35th Annual Jazz Festival Premieres New Work by Grammy Award-Winning Composer Billy Childs
If you're looking for vibrant live jazz in a picturesque suburban setting, the Wells School of Music at West Chester University (WCU) invites you to take a seat. Now in its 35th year, the WCU Jazz Festival delivers world-class entertainment from March 19 - 22, 2025, with most performances being FREE and open to the public. All events are held at the Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre, Swope Music Building and Performing Arts Center, 817 S. High Street, West Chester. Full program details and ticket information for select events are available at www.wcupa.edu/jazzfest and www.wcupatix.com/schoolofmusic.
Dept. of Theatre & Dance Presents Student Written One Acts March 21 - 23
West Chester University's Department of Theatre and Dance presents Student Written One Acts (SWOAs) from March 21-23, 2025, in the J.P. Adler Studio Theatre, E.O. Bull Center for the Arts, 2 E. Rosedale Ave., West Chester. The production runs Thursday, March 21, at 7 p.m.; Friday, March 22, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.; and Saturday, March 23, at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 and available at wcupatix.com/theatreanddance.
Registration Now Open for PA Theatre Institute's Summer Camp at WCU
The Pennsylvania Theatre Institute summer camp at West Chester University (WCU) returns for the 8th summer with multiple sessions for students aged 8-14, and a separate session for high school-aged students. Camps will take place in WCU's state-of-the-art facilities in the E.O. Bull Center for the Arts, 2 E. Rosedale Avenue, West Chester.