From ceramics to sculpture, you’ll find all kinds of art – and artists – at Austin Peay.
The Center of Excellence and department of art sponsor exhibitions and lectures by accomplished professional artists, student art shows and faculty exhibitions throughout the year.
The Nashville Scene has hailed the Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts for “attracting heavyweight poets for years…everyone from Gwendolyn Brooks and Allen Ginsberg to Galway Kinnell and Eavan Boland.”
In addition to the visiting writers series, the Center supports Red Mud Review, a literary magazine produced by APSU students and Zone 3, a professionally produced international literary journal that sponsors poetry and fiction awards.
Though you won’t see them on stage, visiting artists and artists-in-residence have a visible impact on APSU theatre and dance students.
Sponsored by the Center, these artists share their experiences and knowledge through lectures, workshops and one-on-one interaction.
The Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts sponsors the annual Clarksville Community Concert Series, which includes lectures and performances by renowned musicians such as classical guitarist Philip Hii, the American Brass Quintet and Grammy Award-winning ensemble Chanticleer.
Additionally, the Center sponsors the Dimensions New Music Series, Mid-South Jazz Festival and Young Composers Competition.
Theatre and Dance
In partnership with the APSU theatre program, the Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts sponsors:
- Center Stage
- Artists-in-Residence, who join the APSU family for a brief period and share their expertise with students, faculty and the community.
- Visiting Artists, who present lectures, question-and-answer sessions and workshops.
The APSU Theatre Program
Each year, APSU’s theatre program produces four mainstage productions, several one-act plays and a summer workshop. In front of the footlights and behind the scenes, students gain valuable experience. Working with talented and knowledgeable faculty, APSU theatre students expand their performance, creativity and professional development skills through courses ranging from playwriting to radio production.