A Lien — Directed by Sam Cutler-Kreutz and David Cutler-KreutzAnuja — Directed by Adam J. Graves and Suchitra MattaiI'm Not a Robot — Directed by Victoria Warmerdam and TrentThe Last Ranger — Directed by Cindy Lee and Darwin ShawThe Man Who Could Not Remain Silent — Directed by Nebojša Slijepčević and Danijel Pek GET TICKETS  

The University of Notre Dame’s Department of Art, Art History & Design is proud to present its annual MFA thesis exhibition, highlighting the culminating work of four graduate students set to earn their Master of Fine Arts degrees in May 2025. This highly anticipated exhibition will be displayed in two groups, each offering a distinct and engaging artistic experience. The first exhibition will run from February 28 to March 20 at the AAHD Galleries (214/216 Riley Hall), featuring the thought-provoking works of Thomas Callahan and Emma Ryan. An opening reception will be held on Friday, February 28, from 5 to 7 pm, providing an opportunity to meet the artists and experience their work firsthand. The second exhibition will showcase the exceptional pieces of Norah Amstutz and Griffin Liu, on display from April 3 to April 16 at the AAHD Galleries. The opening reception for this group will take place on Friday, April 4, from 5 to 7 pm. This annual exhibition is a celebration of creativity, dedication, and artistic vision, offering visitors a glimpse into the future of contemporary art. We invite you to join us in supporting these talented emerging artists and experiencing their extraordinary work. Originally published at artdept.nd.edu.

In 1980, the University of Notre Dame became the first major university to boycott Campbell Soup products in support of Midwestern farmworkers represented by the Farm Labor Organizing Committee (Toledo, Ohio). In a few short months, a small and dedicated cohort of students tapped into a growing movement and convinced the campus to act in solidarity. This exhibit was created in conjunction with Somos ND, a campus-wide initiative to honor the history and legacy of Latino and Hispanic contributions to the University. It is curated by Emiliano Aguilar, assistant professor in the Department of History. This and other exhibits within the Hesburgh Libraries are generously supported by the McBrien Special Collections Endowment. All exhibits are free and open to the public during business hours.Open to undergraduates, graduate students, faculty, staff, postdocs, the public, alumni, and friends  

The Keough-Naughton Institute invites you to a staged reading of The Invasion of Melos, an adaptation of Thucydides' Melian Dialogue, by visiting playwright Colin Murphy. A panel discussion and reception will follow the reading.Play Description When is war "just"? Are there laws of war? Who will hold belligerents to account? Is geopolitics only about self-interest and the survival of the fittest? What does it mean to be a “realist”? These questions are not new: one of the first people to document them was the Greek historian Thucydides, in his influential History of the Peloponnesian War. The Peloponnesian War was a long-running war between Athens and Sparta. In 416BC, Athens opened a new front in that war, when it invaded the vulnerable island of Melos. That led to “peace” negotiations between Athens and Melos, and Thucydides documented these in a chapter of his History known as the Melian Dialogue. We present a rehearsed reading of a new adaptation of the Melian dialogue, by one of Ireland’s leading political dramatists, Colin Murphy, with the aim of provoking reflection on today’s conflicts. The staged reading is directed by Notre Dame Professor Kevin Dreyer and features a cast of Notre Dame students. The short performance will be followed by an expert panel discussion on conflict and the ethics of war with Colin Murphy, Professor Michael Desch (ND International Security Center) and Professor Anne García-Romero (Film, Television, and Theatre).  The original production was presented in Dublin in 2024 by ClassicsNow in association with Once Off Productions.   Playwright BiographyColin Murphy is a playwright, screenwriter and journalist from Dublin, Ireland, best known for his series of plays about Irish political history. His new play, The United States vs Ulysses, will run at the Irish Arts Center in New York this May. Other plays include The Asylum Workshop, The Treaty and Guaranteed!, all published by Bloomsbury. His radio plays include #Antigone and Hamlet, Prince of Derry. Screenplays include The Guarantee. He writes a weekly column for the Sunday Independent.       Director BiographyKevin Dreyer is a Professor of Theatre in Notre Dame's Film, Television, and Theatre Department. He is an experienced lighting designer and a member of the United Scenic Artists with an active freelance career. He has designed for major companies across the United States and around the world with reviews and award nominations from four continents. He has been on the faculty at Notre Dame since 1989, where in addition to teaching he has designed lighting and scenery for the theatre season. In recent years he has added the responsibilities of producing and directing for the University. He published the first book about lighting design for dance in 2020. Kevin's work as a lighting designer has been seen in Chicago and around the world with the Joffrey Ballet and Ballet West. His design work is featured in Robert Altman’s film The Company. Originally published at irishstudies.nd.edu.

World-renowned pianist Martin Katz performs with Department of Music voice faculty and students in a vibrant program spanning classical to Cole Porter, performed in seven languages. Katz, distinguished emeritus professor at the University of Michigan, has collaborated with opera legends including Cecilia Bartoli and Marilyn Horne. This event is free and open to the public.  Originally published at music.nd.edu.

A Lien — Directed by Sam Cutler-Kreutz and David Cutler-KreutzAnuja — Directed by Adam J. Graves and Suchitra MattaiI'm Not a Robot — Directed by Victoria Warmerdam and TrentThe Last Ranger — Directed by Cindy Lee and Darwin ShawThe Man Who Could Not Remain Silent — Directed by Nebojša Slijepčević and Danijel Pek GET TICKETS