Arts & Culture

Shining Light on the Water

Shining Light on the Water

The first-ever Riverwalk Lantern Parade gives participants a chance to see the Black Warrior River in a new way, one that they help create.

A set of lockers with softball equipment in them.

New Exhibit Celebrates 25 Years of Softball

A new exhibit at the Paul W. Bryant Museum honors the players and coaches of the first 25 years of softball at the Capstone.

the backs of a group of people walking among tents of art vendors at the 2018 Druid City Arts Festival

Warm Up for Summer with Activities This May

The spring semester is over, but there’s no shortage of events and activities to enjoy on campus, in Tuscaloosa and beyond throughout the month of May. 

Two students, one male and one female, hold up a poster that says "Black Warrior Film Festival"

For Your Enjoyment: Movies, Music and a Bunch of Bugs

Looking for something to do this coming week? Here’s some inspiration.

Two students, one male and one female, hold up a poster that says "Black Warrior Film Festival"

Black Warrior Film Festival Returns

The Black Warrior Film Festival is back this spring with a new lineup of screenings, panels, and director meet and greets.

photograph of a silver metallic sculpture at the center of the Woods Quad taken from the balcony

For Your Enjoyment: Sherlock Holmes, Jazz and Art Walks

There’s no shortage of arts and culture events on and around campus this week.

a leopard watches from a tree

7 Alabama Attractions to Explore Near Tuscaloosa 

From world-class museums to majestic parks, the state of Alabama has a lot to offer. Here are just a few of the many attractions within a two-hour drive of UA’s campus.

Cameron Smith, Linda Smith, Clay Smith and University of Alabama President Stuart R. Bell

Smith Family Gift Pushes The Rising Tide Over $1 Billion

UA’s Rising Tide Capital Campaign has surpassed $1 billion in charitable commitments thanks to a recent gift commitment of $20 million to name the Smith Family Center for the Performing Arts.

actors performing Sweeney Todd on live stage

Theatre and Dance Students Take the Stage This Spring

From Sherlock Holmes to Elle Woods, from classical ballet to modern jazz, UA theatre and dance students and faculty embrace the mysterious, the fun and the beautiful.

Collage with photos of Ashley Jones, Arthur Dunning and Lisa McNair

Celebrate Black History Month at UA with Speakers, Tours, More

To honor, explore and celebrate the achievements and contributions of Black Americans on campus and beyond, the Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is hosting a wealth of activities and events on campus for Black History Month.