UChicago Arts

The arts are central to the mission of the University of Chicago. With a strong tradition of cross-disciplinary practices, intricately mixed with intellectual curiosity and creative energy, the University fosters a bustling arts community on Chicago’s South Side.

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Hit 'Porgy and Bess' points to Court’s future

Scholarly re-imagining of the Gershwins' classic musical brings unprecedented success, with plans for more.


Kerry Reid

Opera gives voice to veterans’ memories

For Lyric Opera’s “Hercules,” famed director Peter Sellars reaches out to UChicago veterans and scholars.


Sara Olkon

Student artists find summer inspiration

With projects ranging from short films to a musical score for a circus, students get creative with Arts Council Summer Fellowships.


Jessen O’Brien

Chelsie Sluyk

Passion for writing connects students, teachers

Mentors such as author James Fallows help students explore their craft in Vare Nonfiction Writer-in-Residence program.


Susie Allen

Opera scholar salvages long-lost Italian masterpieces

Philip Gossett’s investigations for critical editions enrich today’s opera performances of the 19th-century repertoire.


Brooke O’Neill

Film veterans trace success back to Chicago

For alums like Anna Chlumsky, AB’02, the path to acclaimed movies included a rigorous liberal arts education.


Susie Allen