Arts
A rich tradition in the fine and performing arts and an active student life program provide a full calendar of dance, music, theater, and other cultural activities.
Performing Arts
The university is widely recognized for the high quality of its music and performing arts. The School of Music is home to the world-class Four Seasons Chamber Music Festival and the Billy Taylor Jazz Festival. More than 150 public musical performances, including sacred, classical, opera, jazz, and new music, are offered by the School of Music each year in campus theaters and recital halls.
The S. Rudolph Alexander Performing Arts Series has brought more than 350 outstanding performances to ECU since it started in 1962, including Yo-Yo Ma and the London Philharmonic Orchestra.
Gallery
The university showcases exhibits and art shows throughout the year—including the university's Dwight M. Holland Ceramics Teaching Collection, one of the largest single collections of North Carolina pottery and contemporary ceramics. The Wellington B. Gray Gallery showcases award-winning work from students as well as masterpieces from nationally renowned artists.
Events
- Black History Lecture: John Marshall 2012-02-23
- The Elephant Man 2012-02-23
- Graduate Leadership Speaker Series: Glenn Gilbert and Steve Duncan 2012-02-23
- Heritage Ball 2012-02-23
- SAB FIlms: The Muppets 2012-02-23
- International Mother Language Day 2012-02-23
- School of Music Chamber Singers concert 2012-02-23
- Pirate Playtime 2012-02-24
- Fairytale Boutique 2012-02-24
- Campus Kitchen cooking shift 2012-02-24
