Wake the Arts is a movement to infuse the arts into every aspect of the Wake Forest experience. Through this shared connection we will elevate Pro Humanitate to develop Wake Forest graduates who are empathetic, curious, and interdisciplinary problem solvers. We believe that all knowledge becomes more impactful when combined with the power of expression.

No matter what field of study one chooses at Wake Forest, it will be enhanced through a culture of creativity that nurtures and celebrates our shared community.

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Upcoming events

  • October 15, 2024 | 10:00am
    Lam Museum of Anthropology
    Drums from Africa are so iconic that they are often used to represent musical traditions from across the continent. However, Africa is home to many fascinating instruments beyond drums. This exhibit presents a range of percussion and non-percussion instruments that showcase the diversity of African music. The exhibit highlights how …
  • October 21, 2024 | 10:00am
    We are excited to welcome Victoria Banks to Pop and Jazz Music Theory with Dr. David Geary for "From Idea to Hit: Navigating the Nashville Songwriting Scene"! Virtual Wavelengths is an online guest speaker series offered by The Department of Music at Wake Forest University. Our mission is …
  • October 23, 2024 | 5:30pm
    Scales Fine Arts Center
    Marcos Barbato is Co-founder of "Be! Interactive", a firm focused on brand activation in digital games, virtual reality, augmented reality, and mixed reality through events and fan engagement. Barbato will discuss "How Brands Connect with People through Interactive and Immersive Design."
  • October 25, 2024 | 7:30pm
    Scales Fine Arts Center
    Welcome to the first WFUSO concert of the year! Program Peer Gynt Suite No. 1 by Edvard Grieg Symphony No. 2 by Alexander Borodin   Music inspired by heroic adventure and folklore, this opening concert will showcase the artistry and passion of the Wake Forest University Symphony Orchestra.  Be sure to …
  • October 27, 2024 | 2:00pm
    Lam Museum of Anthropology
    Calaveritas are miniature skeleton figures that reenact scenes from daily life. In the Mexican celebration of Día de Muertos, they often appear on the ofrenda, or altar, representing deceased relatives and the things they liked to do. In this workshop, participants will learn about Día de …
  • October 29, 2024 | 6:00pm
    ZSR Auditorium
    Come out to the Documentary Film Program's 3rd Annual Thesis Film Showcase Screening to see the film "Finding Home" by Sidney Beeman (MFA '22).  The film follow the journey of a young Burmese immigrant, Cing Khek, and her family as they search for opportunities to build a …
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