Art that Transforms.
Voices that Matter.
Welcome to UCI Arts, where we transform art and ideas through research, practice and stories that move the world forward.
Distinct Paths, Shared Vision
Our departments foster artistic mastery and interdisciplinary exploration, guiding students toward bold transformative futures.
Spaces That Inspire
Experience our vibrant venues designed for art, dance, drama and music, showcasing creativity, collaboration and innovation at UC Irvine.
Theaters
Concert Hall
Art Galleries
From large-scale productions and concerts to gallery exhibitions and experimental, high-tech work, these spaces support the full spectrum of creative activity, including new media installations at the Beall Center for Art + Technology.
Events
Departments of Art, Dance, Drama and Music produce more than 300 events during any academic year.
Affordable Arts, Drama/Theater and Music Degrees
– College Affordability Guide, 2022
Best Fine Arts Programs
– U.S. News & World Report, 2026
No. 9 Top Public Schools — US News & World Report, 2026
Leading school of higher education for the performing and visual arts.
Stories Fueling Creativity and Culture
Upcoming Events
at the very bottom of a body of water
NEW DATES
A developmental production
Marina swims in a circle of routine every week — she goes to the local fish...
Automata Garage
Automata Garage is a multimedia sculptural installation presented by Automata Studio that will be on display...
UCI Chamber Singers Spring Choral Concert
The UCI Chamber Singers invite you to an evening of powerful storytelling through song. With a diverse range...
UCI Wind Ensemble - spring 2026
The Wind Ensemble presents an exciting program featuring traditional and contemporary works for wind band...
Undergraduate Honors Thesis Exhibition - spring 2026
June 4, 2026, 7:00 PM - June 13, 2026, 7:00 PM
The 2026 Undergraduate Honors Thesis Exhibition features work by students in the Art Honors cohort at UC Ir
Award Winning Faculty. Inspirational Stories.
At UCI Arts, your professors are award-winning directors, groundbreaking visual artists, celebrated composers, and thought leaders in their fields. They don’t just teach creativity — they live it, push it, and redefine what’s possible.
Create Opportunity. Inspire Innovation. Fuel the Future.
At the Claire Trevor School of the Arts, your generosity fuels a legacy of creativity, research and public engagement. Philanthropic support shapes the student experience, advances innovation and reinforces our impact in the creative economy. Every gift is an investment in the future of the arts.
B.F.A. ’25
Your Journey Starts Here
At the Claire Trevor School of the Arts, we believe in cultivating artists who lead with purpose, creativity and vision. The Student Affairs Office is your partner on this journey — offering academic guidance, personalized support and essential resources to help you thrive as a student and as a citizen-artist.