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Art + Design: Haddon McKinney - Show and Masterclass

• Run Dates: August 23rd - September 19th
• Masterclass: August 22nd
• Gallery Talk 10-11am, Masterclass 1-3pm
• Opening Reception: August 23rd 2-4pm

Theatre: The Drowning Girls

by Beth Graham, Charlie Tomlinson, and Daniele Vlaskalic
Directed by Elissa Sartwell

• September 18-20 and 25-27, 7:00 pm
• September 20 & 27, 2:00 pm matinee
• Barber Theatre

Three ghostly brides gather evidence against their womanizing, murderous, husband by reliving the shocking events leading up to their deaths. The Drowning Girls recounts the story of Bessie, Alice and Margaret, three of the many wives of George Joseph Smith, an Edwardian opportunist who made a living marrying women, taking out life insurance policies for them and subsequently drowning them in their bathtubs. Full of rich images, myriad characters, a quirky sense of humor and lyrical language, The Drowning Girls is both breathtaking fantasia and social critique. 

The box office opens one week before opening night. For ticket reservations: email boxoffice@belhaven.edu or call 601-974-6478.  

• Tickets: $10 for adults / $5 for seniors, children, and BU Alumni
• Complimentary for Belhaven students, faculty, and staff.
• Doors open 30 minutes prior to the performance time.

The Drowning Girls premiered at Alberta Theatre Projects on March 6, 2008, as part of the Enbridge playRites Festival of New Canadian Plays.
The Drowning Girls is produced by permission of the Playwright and Marquis Literary (Colin Rivers)

Art + Design: Alumni Show

• Run Dates: September 27th - October 25th
• Closing Reception: October 25th 3-5pm

Project Dance Festival

An all-day open air dance concert that is free to the public featuring local and national dance artistry in ballet, jazz, modern dance, hip hop and tap. Dancers gather with a common vision: to bring hope and healing through the universal language of dance.

• When: Saturday, October 4, 10am-4:00pm
• Where: LeFleur's Bluff Complex at "The Den" Museum Drive at Riverside Park Circle Jackson, Mississippi 39216

Complimentary admission.

Theatre: Seussical

Music by Stephen Flaherty; Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens
Book by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty
Co-Conceived by Lynn Ahrens, Stephen Flaherty, and Eric Idle – Based on the Works of Dr. Seuss

Directed by Jeff Allen Young
Musical Direction by Chrissy Hrivnak
Choreography by Kellis Oldenburg

• October 30 – November 1; Thursday–Saturday; 7:00pm
• November 6–8; Thursday–Saturday; 7:00pm
• November 1 and 8; Saturday, 2:00 pm matinee
• Blackbox Theatre

Now one of the most performed shows in America, Seussical is a fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza! The musical lovingly brings to life all of our favorite Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, Lazy Mayzie and a little boy with a big imagination – Jojo. The colorful characters transport us from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus to the invisible world of the Whos. Seussical is fun for the whole family!

The box office opens one week before opening night. For ticket reservations: email boxoffice@belhaven.edu or call 601-974-6478.  

• Tickets: $10 for adults / $5 for seniors, children, and BU Alumni
• Complimentary for Belhaven students, faculty, and staff.
• Doors open 30 minutes prior to the performance time.

SEUSSICAL is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.

Art + Design: Guest Artist: Nate Theisen

• Run Dates: November 1st – December 5th
• Reception: November 8, 2-4pm
• Gallery Talk: November 17th 4-5pm

Music: Anaphora: A Lifting Up of Praise and Thanksgiving

Belhaven Choral Arts

• November 3 7pm
• Center for the Arts: Concert Hall

The word anaphora is Greek and means "offering up" or "carrying up," signifying the presentation of gifts to God—particularly in the context of worship. In this concert, Anaphora becomes more than a title; it is the guiding spirit of the evening. As we lift our voices in sacred choral music, we also lift our hearts, prayers, and praise.

Fall Dance Concert: featuring MFA Thesis Choreography

A showcase of choreography by dance faculty and guest artists, presented by the ºÚÁÏÉç Dance Ensemble and members of DOXA. Styles include classical and contemporary ballet and modern dance. This concert also features an MFA Thesis Project.

• When: November 6-8, 2025, Thursday, Friday & Saturday, 7:00 PM
• Where: Bitsy Irby Visual Arts and Dance Center Studio Theatre

General Admission $10, Seniors/Students $5. Complimentary admission for Belhaven Faculty/Staff/Students and immediate families. Doors open at 6:30pm. To reserve tickets, please email dancetickets@belhaven.edu.

Music: Student Composers Concert 33

• November 12 7pm
• Center for the Arts: Concert Hall

The Composers Forum invites you to participate with Belhaven student composers and performers in making new music. Join us as we bring freshly fabricated compositions and improvisations to life.

Dance: Emerging Choreographers Concert

This event is produced by members of DOXA and highlights student choreography and performance.

• When: November 14 (Concert A) and November 15 (Concert B), Friday & Saturday, 7:00 PM
• Where: Bitsy Irby Visual Arts and Dance Center Studio Theatre

General Admission $10, Seniors/Students $5. Complimentary admission for Belhaven Faculty/Staff/Students and immediate families. Doors open at 6:30pm. To reserve tickets, please email dancetickets@belhaven.edu.

Music: BU Symphony Orchestra Concert

• November 14 7pm
• Center for the Arts: Concert Hall

Join us for an evening of moving and memorable music with the ºÚÁÏÉç Symphony Orchestra. This fall’s program features Antonín Dvořák’s Symphony No. 9, "From the New World", a piece full of sweeping melodies and rich emotion, blending the composer’s Czech heritage with inspiration from his time in America. The concert also includes Verdi’s Overture to La Forza del Destino—a beautiful and delightful work that combines lyrical grace with bursts of energy. It’s a program that promises both heart and excitement from start to finish.

Music: Best of Belhaven Concert

• November 17 7pm
• Center for the Arts: Concert Hall

Celebrate the talent, creativity, and dedication of ºÚÁÏÉç's music students at The Best of Belhaven concert. This annual showcase features outstanding soloists, chamber groups, and ensembles selected by the faculty for their exceptional performances throughout the semester. From classical masterworks to contemporary pieces, the program highlights the wide range and depth of Belhaven’s vibrant music community. Join us for an evening of excellence and inspiration as we applaud the very best our students have to offer.

Free Admission, Doors Open at 6:30pm

Theatre: Festival of Shorts

A Collection of 10-Minute Plays
Directed by Students in Belhaven Theatre’s Directing Class

• November 19-20, 7:00pm
• Barber Theatre

Each fall, students in the Directing Class demonstrate their directing skills by selecting, casting, and staging 10-minute plays. The plays range from comedic to dramatic and everything in between. Come support our students as they make their directing debuts!

• Admission is complimentary.
• Seating is first come, first served. Individuals must be physically present to claim a seat.
• Doors open 30 minutes prior to the performance time.

The 93^rd Annual Singing Christmas Tree

• December 5 and 6 at 7:30pm
• Belhaven Bowl Stadium

A beloved Jackson tradition returns! Join us for the ºÚÁÏÉç Singing Christmas Tree, the oldest outdoor singing Christmas tree tradition in America. This joyful event features the voices of Belhaven students, alumni, and community members standing in a beautifully lit 35-foot-tall “tree,” sharing the sounds of the season through classic carols and contemporary favorites.

Gather with family and friends under the stars for an evening filled with music, light, and celebration. Let the harmonies of the tree warm your heart and lift your spirit as we welcome Christmas together in this treasured annual tradition.

Free Admission, Open to the Public

Art + Design Senior Show: Allison Franklin, Emioluwa Akinyokunbo

• Run Dates: January 17th - February 7th
• Opening Reception: January 17th 2-4 pm
• Gallery Talk: January 26th 4-5pm

Dance Ministry Ensemble Concert 

The Dance Ministry Ensemble and members of DOXA present a selection of original dances created by guest artists and dance faculty aimed to encourage and inspire the spirit of all who attend. 

• When: February 12-14, Thursday, Friday & Saturday, 7:00 PM
• Where: Bitsy Irby Visual Arts and Dance Center Studio Theatre

General Admission $10, Seniors/Students $5. Complimentary admission for Belhaven Faculty/Staff/Students and immediate families. Doors open at 6:30pm. To reserve tickets, please email dancetickets@belhaven.edu. 

Art + Design Senior Show: Amari Strong, Edward Sias, Imari Funchess

• Run Dates: February 14th - March 7th
• Opening Reception: February 14th 2-4pm
• Gallery Talk: February 23rd 4-5pm

Theatre: Twelve Angry Jurors

Adapted by Sherman L. Sergel
Based on the Emmy award-winning television movie by Reginald Rose
Directed by Elissa Sartwell

• February 19–21 and 26–28; Thursday–Saturday at 7pm
• February 21 and 28; Saturday matinee at 2pm
• Blackbox Theatre

A 19-year-old man has just stood trial for the fatal stabbing of his father.  As the 12 jurors are taken into the bleak jury room, it looks like an open-and-shut case—until one of the jurors begins opening the others' eyes to the facts. With each juror revealing his or her own character as the various testimonies are examined, the murder is re-enacted. Tempers get short, arguments grow heated, and the characters become 12 angry jurors. The jurors' final verdict and how they reach it add up to one of the most memorable pieces of American dramatic literature.

The box office opens one week before opening night. For ticket reservations: email boxoffice@belhaven.edu or call 601-974-6478.  

• Tickets: $10 for adults / $5 for seniors, children, and BU Alumni
• Complimentary for Belhaven students, faculty, and staff.
• Doors open 30 minutes prior to the performance time.

Produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois

Senior Dance Concert 

Senior dance majors present an evening of original choreography and performance, created at the intersection of scholarship and practice. This event is sponsored by DOXA. 

• When: February 27-28, Friday & Saturday, 7:00 PM
• Where: Bitsy Irby Visual Arts and Dance Center Studio Theatre

General Admission $10, Seniors/Students $5. Complimentary admission for Belhaven Faculty/Staff/Students and immediate families. Doors open at 6:30pm. To reserve tickets, please email dancetickets@belhaven.edu. 

Music: Whispers at Twilight: Lullabies and Bedtime Stories

Vocal Arts Ensemble

• March 3, 7pm
• Center for the Arts: Concert Hall

Join us for an intimate evening with the Vocal Arts ensemble as they gently weave together lullabies and bedtime stories from around the world. This soothing concert invites you to slow down, relax, and be carried away by tender melodies and enchanting tales that capture the magic of nightfall. Alongside the gentle lullabies, some stories serve as cautionary tales for wayward children, adding a playful edge to the evening’s charm. Perfect for all ages, Whispers at Twilight offers a peaceful yet intriguing escape—where voice and story come together to cradle the listener in calm, wonder, and a touch of wise warning.

Free Admission, Doors Open at 6:30pm

Senior Dance Research Presentations 

Senior dance majors present scholarship, lecture demonstrations, and creative process discussions on topics from the field of dance and beyond. 

• When: Friday, March 20, 2:30pm
• Where: Bitsy Irby Visual Arts and Dance Center Studio Theatre

Complimentary admission. 

Music: String and Orchestra Showcase Concert

• March 20, 7pm
• Center for the Arts: Concert Hall

Join us for a joyful evening celebrating the talent and accomplishments of our string soloists, chamber ensembles, and symphonic orchestra. This spring concert showcases the vibrant work of our student musicians through a program full of color, variety, and artistry. From intimate chamber pieces to full orchestral works, you’ll experience a night filled with energy, excitement, and musical excellence.

Free Admission, Doors Open at 6:30pm

Music: All-State Strings Concert

• March 21, 3pm
• Center for the Arts: Concert Hall

The Mississippi All-State String Orchestra brings together many of the state’s most talented precollege and high school string musicians, selected through a competitive audition process. After two days of intensive rehearsal and training, these exceptional young performers will present their final concert—a culmination of hard work, dedication, and musical growth. Come and support the next generation of Mississippi’s finest musicians as they share their passion and artistry on stage.

Free Admission, Doors Open at 2:30pm

Art + Design Senior Show: Anna Creel, Kailyn Brock, Tia Le Mahiu, Maddie Bennett

• Run Dates: March 21st - April 11th
• Opening Reception: March 21st 2-4pm
• Gallery Talk: March 23rd 4-5pm

Theatre: A Double Billing of One-Act Plays: Bags & Relative Strangers

• March 25–28; Wednesday–Saturday at 7:00 pm
• March 28; Saturday matinee at 2:00 pm
• Barber Theatre

Bags

By Annie V. McGravie
Directed by Ana Brock

Relative Strangers

By Sheri Wilner
Directed by Isabel Faulkner

Students Ana Brock and Isabel Faulkner make their mainstage directorial debuts with two one-act plays that explore the connections that can be forged in unlikely places between women who might not initially think they have much in common.

Spring Dance Concert 

A showcase of choreography by dance faculty and guest artists, presented by the ºÚÁÏÉç Dance Ensemble and members of DOXA. Styles include classical and contemporary ballet and modern dance. 

• When: April 9-11, Thursday, Friday & Saturday, 7:00 PM
• Where: Bitsy Irby Visual Arts and Dance Center Studio Theatre

General Admission $10, Seniors/Students $5. Complimentary admission for Belhaven Faculty/Staff/Students and immediate families. Doors open at 6:30pm. To reserve tickets, please email dancetickets@belhaven.edu. 

Music: The New Creation

Belhaven Choral Arts

• April 14, 7pm
• Center for the Arts: Concert Hall

Experience The New Creation, a concert of sacred music presenting excerpts from The Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom by contemporary composer Kurt Sander. Composed in the Church Slavonic tradition, this work stands as a living expression of liturgical art—not merely preserving the past, but actively participating in the mystery of the Kingdom of God breaking into the present. Rooted in the Church’s ancient worship, Sander’s music engages the heart, mind, and body of the believer, becoming a vessel that reveals and points to the Church’s incarnational vision— proclaiming, in the words of the prophet Isaiah, “God is with us.”

Free Admission, Doors Open at 6:30pm

Music: Student Composers Concert 34

• April 15, 7pm
• Center for the Arts: Concert Hall

The Composers Forum invites you to participate with Belhaven student composers and performers in making new music. Join us as we bring freshly fabricated compositions and improvisations to life.

Free Admission, Doors Open at 6:30pm

Theatre: Night of Broadway

A Concert Celebration of Musical Theatre
Directed by Jeff Allen Young & Chrissy Hrivnak
With Collaborative Pianist Megan Rowan

• April 17-18; Friday and Saturday at 7:00pm
• April 18; Saturday matinee at 2:00pm
• Blackbox Theatre

Join us as students from across campus share their singing, dancing, and acting talents in a concert celebration of musical theatre! With selections from musicals past and present, this annual event is sure to have something for everyone!

Admission is complimentary. We will not be accepting reservations for this production.

• Seating is first come, first served.
• Individuals must be physically present to claim a seat.
• Seating list opens one hour prior to the performance time.

Annual Student Art + Design Exhibition

• Run Dates: April 18th – Summer break
• Opening Reception and Open House: April 18th 2-4pm

Music: Best of Belhaven Concert

• April 25, 7pm
• Center for the Arts: Concert Hall

Celebrate the talent, creativity, and dedication of ºÚÁÏÉç's music students at The Best of Belhaven concert. This annual showcase features outstanding soloists, chamber groups, and ensembles selected by the faculty for their exceptional performances throughout the semester. From classical masterworks to contemporary pieces, the program highlights the wide range and depth of Belhaven’s vibrant music community.

The evening will conclude with a brief awards ceremony recognizing excellence within the Music Department—honoring students for their hard work, artistry, and achievement. Join us for a night of exceptional music and well-deserved celebration.

Free Admission, Doors Open at 6:30pm