Students studying in the Department of Visual and Performing Arts develop skills as imaginative practitioners, understand art as a meaningful human endeavor, and explore creative works in dialogue with the past and our current moment.
Welcome to Visual and Performing Arts at Clark
We believe the pursuit of creativity is a human right.
The Visual and Performing Arts Department comprises six separate majors. In our classes, you will learn about the history of creative practice, from the ancient Greek architects and the plays of William Shakespeare to the music of Duke Ellington, the films of Maya Deren, and the contemporary photo-collages of Mickalene Thomas.
You will cultivate the theoretical tools to analyze works of art from the past and the present, and develop your own skills as a creative practitioner in our studios — painting, costume, recording, and more.
By studying the history, theory, and practice of the arts in a liberal arts context, you will make and explore creative works while connecting the past to the present.
Undergraduate Programs
Venues and Resources
Clark Arts Venues
Throughout the academic year, our on-campus arts venues host a range of shows, exhibitions, plays, and concerts.
Arts in Worcester and Beyond
The arts in Worcester are thriving, from niche galleries to the Worcester Art Museum’s world-class collections, small concert halls to the Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts.
Visual and Performing Arts
Featured Stories
Q&A: Pop Music in the USA
Course explores evolution of popular music and why we love (or hate) it
$2M gift will transform Michelson Theater lobby
Upgrade is key component of major renovation of Little Center
Art history students curate ‘Women of WAM’ exhibit
Work examines depictions of femininity in Worcester Art Museum’ collections
Featured Event
Genius Children: Clark faculty to perform the work of Black composers in virtual concert series
Music program faculty in Clark’s Visual and Performing Arts Department have created a virtual concert series showcasing the work of Black composers while bringing the community together. Three concerts — Sept. 26, Oct. 17, and Nov. 7 — will be livestreamed from Razzo Hall in the Traina Center for the Arts. All concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. and can be viewed here.
Contact Information
Visual and Performing Arts
Office Location
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Traina Center for the Arts
92 Downing Street
Worcester, MA 01610 - 1-508-793-7113
- vpa[at]clarku[dot]edu
- 1-508-793-8844 (fax)
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