Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, the Iranian-born poet, musician and political activist Fereydoun Farrokhzad was known throughout his country as a cultural icon, a sex symbol, a television and radio host, and a chart-topping pop artist whose voice was inextricably bound with the hopes of his

University Chorale and UMD Chamber Singers team up to present an exciting variety of old and new, classical and contemporary selections. Presented by the UMD School of Music

In Greek mythology, the nymph Castalia ducked the amorous attention of the god Apollo by throwing herself into a Delphic spring, granting artistic inspiration for anyone who would drink from its fountain.

Venture among century-old forests in Ottorino Respighi’s Pines of Rome, a tone poem that sonically captures visions of the trees which dominate the Roman landscape.

The UMD Wind Orchestra pays tribute to American conductor and arranger Donald Hunsberger. From 1962 until his retirement in 2002, he served as professor of conducting and ensembles at Eastman School of Music.

In a world of eight billion people, where every individual has their own priorities, how can a person maintain  their sense of self and personal sovereignty? Is it possible to stay sane in an era of increasing chaos? And, how can people stay motivated and relevant as they age?

The Fall M.F.A Dance Thesis Concert showcases stunning and provocative choreography by M.F.A. candidates Christina Collins, Daniel Miramontes and Peter Pattengill in the UMD School of Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies.

Born and bred in New York City, Monét X Change is an entertainment spitfire and the first double crown winner from "Rupaul's Drag Race" having earned the title Miss Congeniality on Season 10 and becoming the first queen of color inducted into the hall of fame after winning All-Stars 4.

The UMD Symphony Orchestra opens its 2024-25 season with William Grant Still’s Symphony No. 1, “Afro-American,” the first symphony composed by an African American to be performed by a major orchestra when it premiered in 1931.

If there could ever be such a thing as an avant-garde supergroup, Rude Ruth is it.