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AU Arts
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
United States
AU Arts
Since opening its doors in 2005, the Katzen Arts Center at American University has served as a vibrant hub for the visual and performing arts in Washington, DC. This year marks two decades of innovation, collaboration, and creativity, showcasing the work of students, faculty, and renowned artists from around the world across the Departments of Art and Performing Arts and the AU Museum.
Upcoming Events
- Visiting Artists Series: Dominic Terlizzi
October 9 - Visiting Writers Series:
Tania James, October 15 -
Disarming Girls
By Sarah Caroline Billings & Kallen Prosterman
October 16-26 - Studio MFA Fall Rotunda Show
October 10–November 6
Reception: October 18 - Visiting Artists Series: Hong Hong
October 30 - Zoey’s Perfect Wedding
By Matthew López
October 30-November 1
About
The arts have a prominent role at American University. Rotating exhibitions at the AU Museum in the state-of-the-art Katzen Arts Center emphasize regional, national, and international contemporary art. The Department of Performing Arts, comprised of Arts Management, Audio Technology, Dance, Music, and Theatre/Musical Theatre, provides dynamic, connected, expressive, and fulfilling experiences for all of our majors, minors, and participating students. The Department of Art encompasses Studio Art, Art History, and Graphic Design.
To stay up-to-date on performances, exhibitions, and events, join the AU Arts mailing list and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky. Questions? Call 202-885-ARTS or email us.
Students perform in DANCEWORKS 2023. Photo credit: Justin Williams/Unifyed Visuals
Student actress in Lost Girl. Photo credit: Dylan Singleton
Cellists play in AU's Symphonic Orchestra. Photo credit: Elena Zimmerman
AU Studio Art MFA alum Julia Zhang works on her capstone in her studio.
Student actors perform in Cabaret. Photo credit: Dylan Singleton
Audio Technology students learn to record music using state-of-the-art equipment. Photo credit: Ethan Kauffman
