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Dr. Martin Regan’s ‘The Book Of Names’ To Be Performed in Houston By The Apollo Chamber Players With Narration By George Takei

Dr. Martin Regan will present his musical work “The Book of Names” on Saturday, Oct. 5, at 7 p.m. in Zilkha Hall at The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts in Houston. Regan is a professor in the new Music Performance program that just debuted this semester in the College of Performance, Visualization and Fine Arts.

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Faculty Members Explore Research And Creative Works At Annual Symposium

Faculty members in the Texas A&M College of Performance, Visualization and Fine Arts showcased their expertise and scholarly passions during the 2024 Research and Creative Works Day.

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Watch Now: Students’ Short Films Showcase Virtual Production Skills Learned In Summer Industry Course

Visualization students recently premiered short films about triumph, discovery and enchantment using virtual production techniques at the Black Box Theater in the Liberal Arts and Arts and Humanities Building.

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Angel Aparicio’s Virtual Reality 360 Video Earns Dean’s Award In ‘Fresh Forward’ Student Exhibition

Angel Aparicio received the Dean’s Selection Award at the closing reception for the “Fresh Forward” student exhibition. The annual Wright Gallery exhibition features student projects from the Texas A&M College of Performance, Visualization and Fine Arts and College of Architecture from summer 2023 through spring 2024.

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‘Beautifully Performed’: Choreographers Showcase Their Work At Brazos Contemporary Dance Festival

Dance choreographers across Texas presented their work at the recent Brazos Contemporary Dance Festival, hosted by the Dance Science program in the College of Performance, Visualization and Fine Arts.

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‘Ocean Of Memories’ Soundwalk Collaboration With Chromic Duo Brings Augmented Reality Experience To Aggie Park

Augmented reality, soundscapes and storytelling will come together in an event titled “Ocean of Memories,” Oct. 1 at 5 p.m. in the Swaim Amphitheater in Aggie Park.

Mayet Andreassen Honored With Distinguished Achievement Award From The Association Of Former Students

Mayet Andreassen, instructional assistant professor in the Visualization program, was recently selected to receive the 2024 Association of Former Students College Level Distinguished Achievement Award.

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Visualization Students Gain Real-World Experience In Virtual Production Through Summer Industry Course

Visualization students took a deep dive into virtual production during the annual Summer Industry Course.

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Members Of That Band Honey Perform For Students And Share Insights On Getting Started In Music

Los Angeles-based pop group That Band Honey recently visited classes in the College of Performance, Visualization and Fine Arts for the second consecutive year, performing and engaging with students about all things music.

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Field of View Festival To Showcase 360 Videos In Igloo Studio; Submissions Due Sept. 15

The Institute for Applied Creativity is seeking 360 video submissions for its inaugural Field of View: 360 Video Festival. Selections will be displayed in the Igloo Studio and within a virtual environment. Submissions are free and due by Sept. 15.