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
UCI Opera with UCI Symphony Orchestra: Gian Carlo Menotti’s The Old Maid and the Thief
UCI Opera presents a concert-style performance of Gian Carlo Menotti’s The Old Maid and the Thief, a witty one...
UCI Jazz Combos - spring 2026
The Department of Music invites you to an exciting evening of music and improvisation as UC Irvine’s...
West Coast Conference of Music Theory and Analysis - 34th Annual Meeting
Please join us for the 2026 Annual Meeting of the West Coast Conference of Music Theory and Analysis, hosted...
ICIT Showcase Concert - spring 2026
Original works by Ph.D. students in Integrated Composition, Improvisation, and Technology (ICIT) showcase...
M.F.A. Thesis Exhibition (part 2) - spring 2026
May 9, 2026, 7:00 PM - May 23, 2026, 7:00 PM
Artists:
David Ditman, Teresa Ho and Yuzhe Zhang
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.