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World Shakuhachi Festival 2025

Photo courtesy of Hélène Seiyu Codjo World Shakuhachi Festival 2025 The College of Performance, Visualization and Fine Arts at Texas A&M University will host the eighth incarnation of the World Shakuhachi Festival from April 17-20, 2025. An end-blown bamboo flute, the shakuhachi has become a much-loved and ubiquitous fixture in the world music scene over the last several decades. From its traditional…

Institute for Applied Creativity

Institute for Applied Creativity IAC Innovation through cross-disciplinary creativity The Institute for Applied Creativity is a forum for collaboration among domains and disciplines intent on creating a radiant future. We champion combinations of experimental, rational, intuitive and analytical methods to realize tangible accomplishments. We address critical problems shared…

The Sandbox Hub

What Is The Sandbox Hub? The Sandbox Hub at the Institute for Applied Creativity is a space for faculty and students to join in creative efforts across schools and disciplines, especially focusing on the early stages of new works. The Sandbox Hub provides infrastructure for students and faculty to workshop nascent ideas, create new connections, find resources to advance their…

Master of Arts in Performance Studies: Thesis Track

Thesis Track Guidelines I. DESCRIPTION The Thesis Track is the most writing-intensive of the three available tracks. A master’s thesis is similar to a doctoral dissertation, but it is generally shorter and more narrowly focused. For that reason, this track is strongly recommended for students interested in pursuing further research in a doctoral program. A thesis gives students the valuable…

Master of Arts in Performance Studies: Performance and Portfolio Track

Performance and Portfolio Track Guidelines I. DESCRIPTIONThe Performance and Portfolio Track offers a unique opportunity for students who want to combineperformance and analysis in a single final research project. Suitable performances include, but are notlimited to: Theatre Performance art Dance Music composition Audiovisual installation Curated exhibition Film Music video Multimedia/intermedia Soundtrack Online platform Body art Action poetry The Performance…

Master of Arts in Performance Studies: Comprehensive Examination Track

Comprehensive Examination Track Guidelines I. DESCRIPTION The Comprehensive Examination is ideal for students who want to engage with a broad range of topics related to Performance Studies. Unlike regular final examinations, the Comprehensive Examination is not linked to any particular course but rather tests knowledge across courses. In that way, it certifies that students have achieved a core level of…

Master of Fine Arts in Dance

View previous item View next item Image carousel. Use arrow keys to navigate. Master of Fine Arts in Dance The Master of Fine Arts in Dance focuses on individual and collaboration in movement practice, choreography, dance research and teaching. The program will help you develop focused expertise…

Master of Fine Arts in Dance Admission Requirements

Prospective students must apply through the Texas A&M University GraduateCAS (Centralized Application Service). In addition to the university graduate admission requirements, the Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) in Dance program requires the following. We do not require GRE scores. Statement of Purpose Your 300-500 word statement of purpose should be a brief, autobiographical statement that details the development of your…

How to Apply to our Undergraduate Programs

Getting into college isn’t always easy. Follow this checklist to stay on track! 1. Do your research Learn about our majors! The School of Performance, Visualization & Fine Arts offers five undergraduate programs and 11 minors. Visit Texas A&M University and the School of Performance, Visualization & Fine Arts Attend a recruiting event on…

Graduate Admissions

To be considered for admission to a College of Performance, Visualization and Fine Arts graduate program, students must meet the requirements of Texas A&M University, the Office of Graduate and Professional Studies, and the specific program. How to Apply Complete and submit your admission and scholarship applications online. If you are new to the Texas A&M GradCas System,…