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There's a beautiful kind of chaos that happens as spring semester comes to a close, and so much worth celebrating.

These end-of-year events speak to a year of genuine growth and dedication. Please join us for one (or a few) of these events. You'll be glad you came.

Character Animation Producers Show: A selection of lively films made by students in the Character Animation program.
📅 Tuesday, May 5 at 6:30 pm
📍 Directors Guild of America

Experimental Animation Showcase: A selection of striking films made by students in the Experimental Animation program.
📅 Wednesday, May 6 at 6:30 pm
📍 Directors Guild of America
@calarts.experimental.animation

Long Form Showcase: A selection of inventive student films, in both long and short formats, including animation.
📅 Thursday, May 7 at 8 pm
📍 REDCAT

Film Directing Showcase: A selection of bold student directorial works from the Film Directing Program.
📅 Friday, May 8 at 8 pm
📍 REDCAT
@calarts.film.directing

Program in Film/Video Showcase: A selection of rich and layered student films from the Film and Video Program.
📅 Saturday, May 9 at 7 pm
📍 REDCAT
@calarts.pfv

CalArts Writers Showcase: A glimpse into the wild and varied work of the graduating class of CalArts’ MFA Creative Writing Program.
📅 Monday, May 11 at 3 pm
📍 REDCAT
@calartscreativewriting

CalArts Expo: A one-day immersive event that showcases interdisciplinary creative work from the CalArts community.
📅 Tuesday, May 12 at 2 pm
📍 CalArts Campus
@calarts_expo

EMERGENT FORMS: The Sharon Disney Lund School of Dance presents the choreographic and performance achievements of its 2026 undergraduate class.
📅 Wednesday, May 13 and Thursday, May 14 at 8 pm
📍 REDCAT
@calartsdance

Graduating Actors Showcase: The graduating company of BFA and MFA acting students take the stage for one final performance.
📅 Thursday, May 14 at 6 pm
📍 CalArts Campus
@calarts.theater

CalArts Reef Residency: An evening of exhibitions and performances by current artists-in-residence along with works by newly-minted graduates.
📅 Saturday, May 16 at 5 pm
📍 The Reef DTLA
@calarts.reefresidency

Snag your tickets & find more events on the CalArts calendar, linked in bio.

There's a beautiful kind of chaos that happens as spring semester comes to a close, and so much worth celebrating.

These end-of-year events speak to a year of genuine growth and dedication. Please join us for one (or a few) of these events. You'll be glad you came.

Character Animation Producers Show: A selection of lively films made by students in the Character Animation program.
📅 Tuesday, May 5 at 6:30 pm
📍 Directors Guild of America

Experimental Animation Showcase: A selection of striking films made by students in the Experimental Animation program.
📅 Wednesday, May 6 at 6:30 pm
📍 Directors Guild of America
@calarts.experimental.animation

Long Form Showcase: A selection of inventive student films, in both long and short formats, including animation.
📅 Thursday, May 7 at 8 pm
📍 REDCAT

Film Directing Showcase: A selection of bold student directorial works from the Film Directing Program.
📅 Friday, May 8 at 8 pm
📍 REDCAT
@calarts.film.directing

Program in Film/Video Showcase: A selection of rich and layered student films from the Film and Video Program.
📅 Saturday, May 9 at 7 pm
📍 REDCAT
@calarts.pfv

CalArts Writers Showcase: A glimpse into the wild and varied work of the graduating class of CalArts’ MFA Creative Writing Program.
📅 Monday, May 11 at 3 pm
📍 REDCAT
@calartscreativewriting

CalArts Expo: A one-day immersive event that showcases interdisciplinary creative work from the CalArts community.
📅 Tuesday, May 12 at 2 pm
📍 CalArts Campus
@calarts_expo

EMERGENT FORMS: The Sharon Disney Lund School of Dance presents the choreographic and performance achievements of its 2026 undergraduate class.
📅 Wednesday, May 13 and Thursday, May 14 at 8 pm
📍 REDCAT
@calartsdance

Graduating Actors Showcase: The graduating company of BFA and MFA acting students take the stage for one final performance.
📅 Thursday, May 14 at 6 pm
📍 CalArts Campus
@calarts.theater

CalArts Reef Residency: An evening of exhibitions and performances by current artists-in-residence along with works by newly-minted graduates.
📅 Saturday, May 16 at 5 pm
📍 The Reef DTLA
@calarts.reefresidency

Snag your tickets & find more events on the CalArts calendar, linked in bio.

There's a beautiful kind of chaos that happens as spring semester comes to a close, and so much worth celebrating.

These end-of-year events speak to a year of genuine growth and dedication. Please join us for one (or a few) of these events. You'll be glad you came.

Character Animation Producers Show: A selection of lively films made by students in the Character Animation program.
📅 Tuesday, May 5 at 6:30 pm
📍 Directors Guild of America

Experimental Animation Showcase: A selection of striking films made by students in the Experimental Animation program.
📅 Wednesday, May 6 at 6:30 pm
📍 Directors Guild of America
@calarts.experimental.animation

Long Form Showcase: A selection of inventive student films, in both long and short formats, including animation.
📅 Thursday, May 7 at 8 pm
📍 REDCAT

Film Directing Showcase: A selection of bold student directorial works from the Film Directing Program.
📅 Friday, May 8 at 8 pm
📍 REDCAT
@calarts.film.directing

Program in Film/Video Showcase: A selection of rich and layered student films from the Film and Video Program.
📅 Saturday, May 9 at 7 pm
📍 REDCAT
@calarts.pfv

CalArts Writers Showcase: A glimpse into the wild and varied work of the graduating class of CalArts’ MFA Creative Writing Program.
📅 Monday, May 11 at 3 pm
📍 REDCAT
@calartscreativewriting

CalArts Expo: A one-day immersive event that showcases interdisciplinary creative work from the CalArts community.
📅 Tuesday, May 12 at 2 pm
📍 CalArts Campus
@calarts_expo

EMERGENT FORMS: The Sharon Disney Lund School of Dance presents the choreographic and performance achievements of its 2026 undergraduate class.
📅 Wednesday, May 13 and Thursday, May 14 at 8 pm
📍 REDCAT
@calartsdance

Graduating Actors Showcase: The graduating company of BFA and MFA acting students take the stage for one final performance.
📅 Thursday, May 14 at 6 pm
📍 CalArts Campus
@calarts.theater

CalArts Reef Residency: An evening of exhibitions and performances by current artists-in-residence along with works by newly-minted graduates.
📅 Saturday, May 16 at 5 pm
📍 The Reef DTLA
@calarts.reefresidency

Snag your tickets & find more events on the CalArts calendar, linked in bio.

There's a beautiful kind of chaos that happens as spring semester comes to a close, and so much worth celebrating.

These end-of-year events speak to a year of genuine growth and dedication. Please join us for one (or a few) of these events. You'll be glad you came.

Character Animation Producers Show: A selection of lively films made by students in the Character Animation program.
📅 Tuesday, May 5 at 6:30 pm
📍 Directors Guild of America

Experimental Animation Showcase: A selection of striking films made by students in the Experimental Animation program.
📅 Wednesday, May 6 at 6:30 pm
📍 Directors Guild of America
@calarts.experimental.animation

Long Form Showcase: A selection of inventive student films, in both long and short formats, including animation.
📅 Thursday, May 7 at 8 pm
📍 REDCAT

Film Directing Showcase: A selection of bold student directorial works from the Film Directing Program.
📅 Friday, May 8 at 8 pm
📍 REDCAT
@calarts.film.directing

Program in Film/Video Showcase: A selection of rich and layered student films from the Film and Video Program.
📅 Saturday, May 9 at 7 pm
📍 REDCAT
@calarts.pfv

CalArts Writers Showcase: A glimpse into the wild and varied work of the graduating class of CalArts’ MFA Creative Writing Program.
📅 Monday, May 11 at 3 pm
📍 REDCAT
@calartscreativewriting

CalArts Expo: A one-day immersive event that showcases interdisciplinary creative work from the CalArts community.
📅 Tuesday, May 12 at 2 pm
📍 CalArts Campus
@calarts_expo

EMERGENT FORMS: The Sharon Disney Lund School of Dance presents the choreographic and performance achievements of its 2026 undergraduate class.
📅 Wednesday, May 13 and Thursday, May 14 at 8 pm
📍 REDCAT
@calartsdance

Graduating Actors Showcase: The graduating company of BFA and MFA acting students take the stage for one final performance.
📅 Thursday, May 14 at 6 pm
📍 CalArts Campus
@calarts.theater

CalArts Reef Residency: An evening of exhibitions and performances by current artists-in-residence along with works by newly-minted graduates.
📅 Saturday, May 16 at 5 pm
📍 The Reef DTLA
@calarts.reefresidency

Snag your tickets & find more events on the CalArts calendar, linked in bio.

There's a beautiful kind of chaos that happens as spring semester comes to a close, and so much worth celebrating.

These end-of-year events speak to a year of genuine growth and dedication. Please join us for one (or a few) of these events. You'll be glad you came.

Character Animation Producers Show: A selection of lively films made by students in the Character Animation program.
📅 Tuesday, May 5 at 6:30 pm
📍 Directors Guild of America

Experimental Animation Showcase: A selection of striking films made by students in the Experimental Animation program.
📅 Wednesday, May 6 at 6:30 pm
📍 Directors Guild of America
@calarts.experimental.animation

Long Form Showcase: A selection of inventive student films, in both long and short formats, including animation.
📅 Thursday, May 7 at 8 pm
📍 REDCAT

Film Directing Showcase: A selection of bold student directorial works from the Film Directing Program.
📅 Friday, May 8 at 8 pm
📍 REDCAT
@calarts.film.directing

Program in Film/Video Showcase: A selection of rich and layered student films from the Film and Video Program.
📅 Saturday, May 9 at 7 pm
📍 REDCAT
@calarts.pfv

CalArts Writers Showcase: A glimpse into the wild and varied work of the graduating class of CalArts’ MFA Creative Writing Program.
📅 Monday, May 11 at 3 pm
📍 REDCAT
@calartscreativewriting

CalArts Expo: A one-day immersive event that showcases interdisciplinary creative work from the CalArts community.
📅 Tuesday, May 12 at 2 pm
📍 CalArts Campus
@calarts_expo

EMERGENT FORMS: The Sharon Disney Lund School of Dance presents the choreographic and performance achievements of its 2026 undergraduate class.
📅 Wednesday, May 13 and Thursday, May 14 at 8 pm
📍 REDCAT
@calartsdance

Graduating Actors Showcase: The graduating company of BFA and MFA acting students take the stage for one final performance.
📅 Thursday, May 14 at 6 pm
📍 CalArts Campus
@calarts.theater

CalArts Reef Residency: An evening of exhibitions and performances by current artists-in-residence along with works by newly-minted graduates.
📅 Saturday, May 16 at 5 pm
📍 The Reef DTLA
@calarts.reefresidency

Snag your tickets & find more events on the CalArts calendar, linked in bio.

There's a beautiful kind of chaos that happens as spring semester comes to a close, and so much worth celebrating.

These end-of-year events speak to a year of genuine growth and dedication. Please join us for one (or a few) of these events. You'll be glad you came.

Character Animation Producers Show: A selection of lively films made by students in the Character Animation program.
📅 Tuesday, May 5 at 6:30 pm
📍 Directors Guild of America

Experimental Animation Showcase: A selection of striking films made by students in the Experimental Animation program.
📅 Wednesday, May 6 at 6:30 pm
📍 Directors Guild of America
@calarts.experimental.animation

Long Form Showcase: A selection of inventive student films, in both long and short formats, including animation.
📅 Thursday, May 7 at 8 pm
📍 REDCAT

Film Directing Showcase: A selection of bold student directorial works from the Film Directing Program.
📅 Friday, May 8 at 8 pm
📍 REDCAT
@calarts.film.directing

Program in Film/Video Showcase: A selection of rich and layered student films from the Film and Video Program.
📅 Saturday, May 9 at 7 pm
📍 REDCAT
@calarts.pfv

CalArts Writers Showcase: A glimpse into the wild and varied work of the graduating class of CalArts’ MFA Creative Writing Program.
📅 Monday, May 11 at 3 pm
📍 REDCAT
@calartscreativewriting

CalArts Expo: A one-day immersive event that showcases interdisciplinary creative work from the CalArts community.
📅 Tuesday, May 12 at 2 pm
📍 CalArts Campus
@calarts_expo

EMERGENT FORMS: The Sharon Disney Lund School of Dance presents the choreographic and performance achievements of its 2026 undergraduate class.
📅 Wednesday, May 13 and Thursday, May 14 at 8 pm
📍 REDCAT
@calartsdance

Graduating Actors Showcase: The graduating company of BFA and MFA acting students take the stage for one final performance.
📅 Thursday, May 14 at 6 pm
📍 CalArts Campus
@calarts.theater

CalArts Reef Residency: An evening of exhibitions and performances by current artists-in-residence along with works by newly-minted graduates.
📅 Saturday, May 16 at 5 pm
📍 The Reef DTLA
@calarts.reefresidency

Snag your tickets & find more events on the CalArts calendar, linked in bio.

The CalArts Balinese Gamelan’s piece ‘Legong Mahawidya’ closes out the 2026 World Music and Dance Festival and caps our MAYhem weekend.

Thank you to all the performers and artists—and to the community who came out to support the work of our students. 🙏

CalArts Balinese Gamelan ‘Burat Wangi’ (Fragrant Offering) onstage to close out the World Music and Dance Festival and the MAYhem Festival.

The ensemble is led by longtime faculty Nyoman Wenten and Nanik Wenten.

Coyote Makes A World performs in the ROD.

Performers: The Forest, a cooperative percussion ensemble featuring Gustavo Aguilar, LEah Bowden, Andrew Brury, and Michael Wimberly; and Chad Hamill/čnaq’ymi (lone eagle).

African Music & Dance Ensemble performs in the Lund

The CalArts African Music and Dance Ensemble brings the vibrant rhythms, movement, and spirit of Ghana and West Africa to the stage in a dynamic and engaging performance. Through music and dance, students explore traditions from several cultural regions, including the Ewe of southeastern Ghana and Togo, the Fon of Benin, and the Dagomba of northern Ghana.

Each tradition is expressed through its own distinct musical language, featuring indigenous instruments, intricate interlocking rhythms, and expressive vocal elements. These are brought together with rich styles of dance and movement that reflect the cultural identity, communal energy, and living traditions of each region.

Performers: Alisha Erao, Arno Kristensen, Derrick Skye, James Cook, Jha'Neal Blue, Paul K. Yorke, Ronen Marlowe, Serena Sinclair, Shyteek McLeod, Yeko Ladzekpo-Cole, Andrew Grueschow, Justin Bardales, Kevin Moran, Kevin O'Sullican, Thomas Leeb, John W. Abernathy, Dylan Cisneros, Tomo Downs, Noah Griffin, Samson Hulett, Quentin Jones, Savannah G. Koenig, Zach Price, Thomas Wandborg, Qq Yi, Pat Blaine, Elle Corson, Jax Dalberg, Josh Dix, Yifan Zhou, Lance Guzman, Su Wong, and Grace Morinishi.

Plenazo Tribe performs in the Wild Beast! @plenazotribe

Plenazo Tribe is a Los Angeles based multicultural ensemble reimagining the vibrant tradition of Plena for contemporary audiences. Rooted in the Afro-Puerto Rican rhythm known as "the newspaper of the people," the group brings together artists from diverse cultural backgrounds who unite through percussion, brass, movement, storytelling, and audience participation to create an electrifying live experience.

Founded by Puerto Rican artist Gabriel J. Montes, Plenazo Tribe carries the heartbeat of the island into te dispora while honoring the many voices and experiences that shape the ensemble. Their performances celebrate joy, resistance, and unity, transforming every stage into a communal gathering where audiences are invited to sing, dance, and connect.

Performers: Gabriel J Montes, Emi Desiré , Benny Beatz, Maga Shukar, Gabriela Bonet, Aaron Tloti'ina, Karla M Merencio Catellanos, Jenelle Roccodile, Dré Elijah, Lu Arrospide, Levy Barlevy, and Sunny C Sehn R.

Indian Music Ensemble performs in the Wild Beast

Performers: Swara Seshan, Michael Ghadban, Sebastian Melendez, Ravi Deo, Chase Leach, Devon Thrumston, Andre Sacalxot, and Rishi Sharma.

Persia Electric performs in the ROD for World Music and Dance Festival.

Like old wine in a new bottle, Persia Electric is dedicated to redefining traditional artistic forms while preservitheng essence of pure art. They transform classical composition through innovation and improvisation, creating contemporary expressions rooted in timeless foundations.

Performers:
Michael Ghadban @_ghadban_
Jackson Leavitt
Olga Medvedeva
Miles Meeker @milesmakesnoise
Arielle El-Amin @amina.ari_
Ginkgo Whitney
Chin Yeub Chung
Zelia Zz Tan @zelia_zz_tan
Houman Pourmehdi @houman_pourmehdi

CalArts World Percussion Ensemble performs in the ROD for World Music and Dance Festival.

World Percussion Ensemble is an ongoing experimental forum for bringing together the percussion, drumming and world music traditions at CalArts. The ensemble bridges cultures and musical ideas, creating entirely new works for percussion consisting of both highly fixed compositions and extended improvisations. The World Percussion Ensemble was conceived in the early days of the institute and remains a platform for percussionists and world music students to explore the possibilities within the world of drumming.

Performers:
Skyler Baysa @skblobfisk
Michael Ghadban @_ghadban_
Randy Gloss @randy_gloss
Jason Hayashi @jas0_pes0
Anton Iakukhin
Jake LeBron @jake.luh.bron
Rob Moreno @robmmoreno
Anant Shah @anantshah__
Paul Yorke @paukenpaul

#CalArts #WorldPercussion

MAYhem has arrived! This weekend a collision of creativity is taking over our campus → here’s the schedule:

⭐ FRIDAY, MAY 1

• THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL is a visceral, movement-driven performance exploring power, identity, and the cost of becoming something the world doesn’t yet understand. (Rush tickets available only)
• CalArts World Percussion Ensemble is an ongoing experimental forum for bringing together the percussion, drumming and world music traditions at CalArts, bridging cultures and musical ideas.
• Persia Electric is dedicated to redefining traditional artistic forms while preserving the essence of pure art, transforming classical composition through innovation and improvisation.

⭐ SATURDAY, MAY 2

• Grupo Pagode CalArts, the Indian Music Student Ensemble, and Plenazo Tribe bring dynamic performances to the Wild Beast.
• The School of Art hosts their annual MFA Open Studios for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at student work and their creative processes.
• Hang out, make art, and connect with CalArts Alumni Council in a co-working space for collage making.
• The Artisan Pop Up Market features unique, handmade creations from students, alumni, and local SCV makers.
• Film/Video alum Rob Minkoff joins us for a conversation about his journey in animation and film, and the experiences that shaped his career.
• The African Music and Dance Ensemble brings the vibrant rhythms, movement, and spirit of Ghana and West Africa to the stage.
• Coyote Makes a World is an immersive, extramusical project between storyteller/vocalist čnaq’ymi (lone eagle) and The Forest, a cooperative percussion quartet.
• WHAT WAS THE WORLD TO ME (CATCH) reimagines Shakespeare’s THE WINTER’S TALE into an original interdisciplinary dance theater piece.

⭐ SUNDAY, MAY 3

• Join us at the Newhall Family Theatre for a night of incredible Balinese music and dance led by legendary Indonesian artist couple Nyoman and Nanik Wenten.

Advanced registration is recommended for select events—Visit the full festival lineup and secure your tickets via link in bio.

💜 Design by @lilyhailyeh

#CalArts #MAYhemFestival #PerformingArts #OpenStudios #SantaClarita

MAYhem has arrived! This weekend a collision of creativity is taking over our campus → here’s the schedule:

⭐ FRIDAY, MAY 1

• THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL is a visceral, movement-driven performance exploring power, identity, and the cost of becoming something the world doesn’t yet understand. (Rush tickets available only)
• CalArts World Percussion Ensemble is an ongoing experimental forum for bringing together the percussion, drumming and world music traditions at CalArts, bridging cultures and musical ideas.
• Persia Electric is dedicated to redefining traditional artistic forms while preserving the essence of pure art, transforming classical composition through innovation and improvisation.

⭐ SATURDAY, MAY 2

• Grupo Pagode CalArts, the Indian Music Student Ensemble, and Plenazo Tribe bring dynamic performances to the Wild Beast.
• The School of Art hosts their annual MFA Open Studios for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at student work and their creative processes.
• Hang out, make art, and connect with CalArts Alumni Council in a co-working space for collage making.
• The Artisan Pop Up Market features unique, handmade creations from students, alumni, and local SCV makers.
• Film/Video alum Rob Minkoff joins us for a conversation about his journey in animation and film, and the experiences that shaped his career.
• The African Music and Dance Ensemble brings the vibrant rhythms, movement, and spirit of Ghana and West Africa to the stage.
• Coyote Makes a World is an immersive, extramusical project between storyteller/vocalist čnaq’ymi (lone eagle) and The Forest, a cooperative percussion quartet.
• WHAT WAS THE WORLD TO ME (CATCH) reimagines Shakespeare’s THE WINTER’S TALE into an original interdisciplinary dance theater piece.

⭐ SUNDAY, MAY 3

• Join us at the Newhall Family Theatre for a night of incredible Balinese music and dance led by legendary Indonesian artist couple Nyoman and Nanik Wenten.

Advanced registration is recommended for select events—Visit the full festival lineup and secure your tickets via link in bio.

💜 Design by @lilyhailyeh

#CalArts #MAYhemFestival #PerformingArts #OpenStudios #SantaClarita

MAYhem has arrived! This weekend a collision of creativity is taking over our campus → here’s the schedule:

⭐ FRIDAY, MAY 1

• THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL is a visceral, movement-driven performance exploring power, identity, and the cost of becoming something the world doesn’t yet understand. (Rush tickets available only)
• CalArts World Percussion Ensemble is an ongoing experimental forum for bringing together the percussion, drumming and world music traditions at CalArts, bridging cultures and musical ideas.
• Persia Electric is dedicated to redefining traditional artistic forms while preserving the essence of pure art, transforming classical composition through innovation and improvisation.

⭐ SATURDAY, MAY 2

• Grupo Pagode CalArts, the Indian Music Student Ensemble, and Plenazo Tribe bring dynamic performances to the Wild Beast.
• The School of Art hosts their annual MFA Open Studios for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at student work and their creative processes.
• Hang out, make art, and connect with CalArts Alumni Council in a co-working space for collage making.
• The Artisan Pop Up Market features unique, handmade creations from students, alumni, and local SCV makers.
• Film/Video alum Rob Minkoff joins us for a conversation about his journey in animation and film, and the experiences that shaped his career.
• The African Music and Dance Ensemble brings the vibrant rhythms, movement, and spirit of Ghana and West Africa to the stage.
• Coyote Makes a World is an immersive, extramusical project between storyteller/vocalist čnaq’ymi (lone eagle) and The Forest, a cooperative percussion quartet.
• WHAT WAS THE WORLD TO ME (CATCH) reimagines Shakespeare’s THE WINTER’S TALE into an original interdisciplinary dance theater piece.

⭐ SUNDAY, MAY 3

• Join us at the Newhall Family Theatre for a night of incredible Balinese music and dance led by legendary Indonesian artist couple Nyoman and Nanik Wenten.

Advanced registration is recommended for select events—Visit the full festival lineup and secure your tickets via link in bio.

💜 Design by @lilyhailyeh

#CalArts #MAYhemFestival #PerformingArts #OpenStudios #SantaClarita

MAYhem has arrived! This weekend a collision of creativity is taking over our campus → here’s the schedule:

⭐ FRIDAY, MAY 1

• THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL is a visceral, movement-driven performance exploring power, identity, and the cost of becoming something the world doesn’t yet understand. (Rush tickets available only)
• CalArts World Percussion Ensemble is an ongoing experimental forum for bringing together the percussion, drumming and world music traditions at CalArts, bridging cultures and musical ideas.
• Persia Electric is dedicated to redefining traditional artistic forms while preserving the essence of pure art, transforming classical composition through innovation and improvisation.

⭐ SATURDAY, MAY 2

• Grupo Pagode CalArts, the Indian Music Student Ensemble, and Plenazo Tribe bring dynamic performances to the Wild Beast.
• The School of Art hosts their annual MFA Open Studios for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at student work and their creative processes.
• Hang out, make art, and connect with CalArts Alumni Council in a co-working space for collage making.
• The Artisan Pop Up Market features unique, handmade creations from students, alumni, and local SCV makers.
• Film/Video alum Rob Minkoff joins us for a conversation about his journey in animation and film, and the experiences that shaped his career.
• The African Music and Dance Ensemble brings the vibrant rhythms, movement, and spirit of Ghana and West Africa to the stage.
• Coyote Makes a World is an immersive, extramusical project between storyteller/vocalist čnaq’ymi (lone eagle) and The Forest, a cooperative percussion quartet.
• WHAT WAS THE WORLD TO ME (CATCH) reimagines Shakespeare’s THE WINTER’S TALE into an original interdisciplinary dance theater piece.

⭐ SUNDAY, MAY 3

• Join us at the Newhall Family Theatre for a night of incredible Balinese music and dance led by legendary Indonesian artist couple Nyoman and Nanik Wenten.

Advanced registration is recommended for select events—Visit the full festival lineup and secure your tickets via link in bio.

💜 Design by @lilyhailyeh

#CalArts #MAYhemFestival #PerformingArts #OpenStudios #SantaClarita

MAYhem has arrived! This weekend a collision of creativity is taking over our campus → here’s the schedule:

⭐ FRIDAY, MAY 1

• THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL is a visceral, movement-driven performance exploring power, identity, and the cost of becoming something the world doesn’t yet understand. (Rush tickets available only)
• CalArts World Percussion Ensemble is an ongoing experimental forum for bringing together the percussion, drumming and world music traditions at CalArts, bridging cultures and musical ideas.
• Persia Electric is dedicated to redefining traditional artistic forms while preserving the essence of pure art, transforming classical composition through innovation and improvisation.

⭐ SATURDAY, MAY 2

• Grupo Pagode CalArts, the Indian Music Student Ensemble, and Plenazo Tribe bring dynamic performances to the Wild Beast.
• The School of Art hosts their annual MFA Open Studios for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at student work and their creative processes.
• Hang out, make art, and connect with CalArts Alumni Council in a co-working space for collage making.
• The Artisan Pop Up Market features unique, handmade creations from students, alumni, and local SCV makers.
• Film/Video alum Rob Minkoff joins us for a conversation about his journey in animation and film, and the experiences that shaped his career.
• The African Music and Dance Ensemble brings the vibrant rhythms, movement, and spirit of Ghana and West Africa to the stage.
• Coyote Makes a World is an immersive, extramusical project between storyteller/vocalist čnaq’ymi (lone eagle) and The Forest, a cooperative percussion quartet.
• WHAT WAS THE WORLD TO ME (CATCH) reimagines Shakespeare’s THE WINTER’S TALE into an original interdisciplinary dance theater piece.

⭐ SUNDAY, MAY 3

• Join us at the Newhall Family Theatre for a night of incredible Balinese music and dance led by legendary Indonesian artist couple Nyoman and Nanik Wenten.

Advanced registration is recommended for select events—Visit the full festival lineup and secure your tickets via link in bio.

💜 Design by @lilyhailyeh

#CalArts #MAYhemFestival #PerformingArts #OpenStudios #SantaClarita

MAYhem has arrived! This weekend a collision of creativity is taking over our campus → here’s the schedule:

⭐ FRIDAY, MAY 1

• THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL is a visceral, movement-driven performance exploring power, identity, and the cost of becoming something the world doesn’t yet understand. (Rush tickets available only)
• CalArts World Percussion Ensemble is an ongoing experimental forum for bringing together the percussion, drumming and world music traditions at CalArts, bridging cultures and musical ideas.
• Persia Electric is dedicated to redefining traditional artistic forms while preserving the essence of pure art, transforming classical composition through innovation and improvisation.

⭐ SATURDAY, MAY 2

• Grupo Pagode CalArts, the Indian Music Student Ensemble, and Plenazo Tribe bring dynamic performances to the Wild Beast.
• The School of Art hosts their annual MFA Open Studios for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at student work and their creative processes.
• Hang out, make art, and connect with CalArts Alumni Council in a co-working space for collage making.
• The Artisan Pop Up Market features unique, handmade creations from students, alumni, and local SCV makers.
• Film/Video alum Rob Minkoff joins us for a conversation about his journey in animation and film, and the experiences that shaped his career.
• The African Music and Dance Ensemble brings the vibrant rhythms, movement, and spirit of Ghana and West Africa to the stage.
• Coyote Makes a World is an immersive, extramusical project between storyteller/vocalist čnaq’ymi (lone eagle) and The Forest, a cooperative percussion quartet.
• WHAT WAS THE WORLD TO ME (CATCH) reimagines Shakespeare’s THE WINTER’S TALE into an original interdisciplinary dance theater piece.

⭐ SUNDAY, MAY 3

• Join us at the Newhall Family Theatre for a night of incredible Balinese music and dance led by legendary Indonesian artist couple Nyoman and Nanik Wenten.

Advanced registration is recommended for select events—Visit the full festival lineup and secure your tickets via link in bio.

💜 Design by @lilyhailyeh

#CalArts #MAYhemFestival #PerformingArts #OpenStudios #SantaClarita

MAYhem has arrived! This weekend a collision of creativity is taking over our campus → here’s the schedule:

⭐ FRIDAY, MAY 1

• THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL is a visceral, movement-driven performance exploring power, identity, and the cost of becoming something the world doesn’t yet understand. (Rush tickets available only)
• CalArts World Percussion Ensemble is an ongoing experimental forum for bringing together the percussion, drumming and world music traditions at CalArts, bridging cultures and musical ideas.
• Persia Electric is dedicated to redefining traditional artistic forms while preserving the essence of pure art, transforming classical composition through innovation and improvisation.

⭐ SATURDAY, MAY 2

• Grupo Pagode CalArts, the Indian Music Student Ensemble, and Plenazo Tribe bring dynamic performances to the Wild Beast.
• The School of Art hosts their annual MFA Open Studios for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at student work and their creative processes.
• Hang out, make art, and connect with CalArts Alumni Council in a co-working space for collage making.
• The Artisan Pop Up Market features unique, handmade creations from students, alumni, and local SCV makers.
• Film/Video alum Rob Minkoff joins us for a conversation about his journey in animation and film, and the experiences that shaped his career.
• The African Music and Dance Ensemble brings the vibrant rhythms, movement, and spirit of Ghana and West Africa to the stage.
• Coyote Makes a World is an immersive, extramusical project between storyteller/vocalist čnaq’ymi (lone eagle) and The Forest, a cooperative percussion quartet.
• WHAT WAS THE WORLD TO ME (CATCH) reimagines Shakespeare’s THE WINTER’S TALE into an original interdisciplinary dance theater piece.

⭐ SUNDAY, MAY 3

• Join us at the Newhall Family Theatre for a night of incredible Balinese music and dance led by legendary Indonesian artist couple Nyoman and Nanik Wenten.

Advanced registration is recommended for select events—Visit the full festival lineup and secure your tickets via link in bio.

💜 Design by @lilyhailyeh

#CalArts #MAYhemFestival #PerformingArts #OpenStudios #SantaClarita

MAYhem has arrived! This weekend a collision of creativity is taking over our campus → here’s the schedule:

⭐ FRIDAY, MAY 1

• THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL is a visceral, movement-driven performance exploring power, identity, and the cost of becoming something the world doesn’t yet understand. (Rush tickets available only)
• CalArts World Percussion Ensemble is an ongoing experimental forum for bringing together the percussion, drumming and world music traditions at CalArts, bridging cultures and musical ideas.
• Persia Electric is dedicated to redefining traditional artistic forms while preserving the essence of pure art, transforming classical composition through innovation and improvisation.

⭐ SATURDAY, MAY 2

• Grupo Pagode CalArts, the Indian Music Student Ensemble, and Plenazo Tribe bring dynamic performances to the Wild Beast.
• The School of Art hosts their annual MFA Open Studios for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at student work and their creative processes.
• Hang out, make art, and connect with CalArts Alumni Council in a co-working space for collage making.
• The Artisan Pop Up Market features unique, handmade creations from students, alumni, and local SCV makers.
• Film/Video alum Rob Minkoff joins us for a conversation about his journey in animation and film, and the experiences that shaped his career.
• The African Music and Dance Ensemble brings the vibrant rhythms, movement, and spirit of Ghana and West Africa to the stage.
• Coyote Makes a World is an immersive, extramusical project between storyteller/vocalist čnaq’ymi (lone eagle) and The Forest, a cooperative percussion quartet.
• WHAT WAS THE WORLD TO ME (CATCH) reimagines Shakespeare’s THE WINTER’S TALE into an original interdisciplinary dance theater piece.

⭐ SUNDAY, MAY 3

• Join us at the Newhall Family Theatre for a night of incredible Balinese music and dance led by legendary Indonesian artist couple Nyoman and Nanik Wenten.

Advanced registration is recommended for select events—Visit the full festival lineup and secure your tickets via link in bio.

💜 Design by @lilyhailyeh

#CalArts #MAYhemFestival #PerformingArts #OpenStudios #SantaClarita

MAYhem has arrived! This weekend a collision of creativity is taking over our campus → here’s the schedule:

⭐ FRIDAY, MAY 1

• THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL is a visceral, movement-driven performance exploring power, identity, and the cost of becoming something the world doesn’t yet understand. (Rush tickets available only)
• CalArts World Percussion Ensemble is an ongoing experimental forum for bringing together the percussion, drumming and world music traditions at CalArts, bridging cultures and musical ideas.
• Persia Electric is dedicated to redefining traditional artistic forms while preserving the essence of pure art, transforming classical composition through innovation and improvisation.

⭐ SATURDAY, MAY 2

• Grupo Pagode CalArts, the Indian Music Student Ensemble, and Plenazo Tribe bring dynamic performances to the Wild Beast.
• The School of Art hosts their annual MFA Open Studios for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at student work and their creative processes.
• Hang out, make art, and connect with CalArts Alumni Council in a co-working space for collage making.
• The Artisan Pop Up Market features unique, handmade creations from students, alumni, and local SCV makers.
• Film/Video alum Rob Minkoff joins us for a conversation about his journey in animation and film, and the experiences that shaped his career.
• The African Music and Dance Ensemble brings the vibrant rhythms, movement, and spirit of Ghana and West Africa to the stage.
• Coyote Makes a World is an immersive, extramusical project between storyteller/vocalist čnaq’ymi (lone eagle) and The Forest, a cooperative percussion quartet.
• WHAT WAS THE WORLD TO ME (CATCH) reimagines Shakespeare’s THE WINTER’S TALE into an original interdisciplinary dance theater piece.

⭐ SUNDAY, MAY 3

• Join us at the Newhall Family Theatre for a night of incredible Balinese music and dance led by legendary Indonesian artist couple Nyoman and Nanik Wenten.

Advanced registration is recommended for select events—Visit the full festival lineup and secure your tickets via link in bio.

💜 Design by @lilyhailyeh

#CalArts #MAYhemFestival #PerformingArts #OpenStudios #SantaClarita

MAYhem has arrived! This weekend a collision of creativity is taking over our campus → here’s the schedule:

⭐ FRIDAY, MAY 1

• THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL is a visceral, movement-driven performance exploring power, identity, and the cost of becoming something the world doesn’t yet understand. (Rush tickets available only)
• CalArts World Percussion Ensemble is an ongoing experimental forum for bringing together the percussion, drumming and world music traditions at CalArts, bridging cultures and musical ideas.
• Persia Electric is dedicated to redefining traditional artistic forms while preserving the essence of pure art, transforming classical composition through innovation and improvisation.

⭐ SATURDAY, MAY 2

• Grupo Pagode CalArts, the Indian Music Student Ensemble, and Plenazo Tribe bring dynamic performances to the Wild Beast.
• The School of Art hosts their annual MFA Open Studios for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at student work and their creative processes.
• Hang out, make art, and connect with CalArts Alumni Council in a co-working space for collage making.
• The Artisan Pop Up Market features unique, handmade creations from students, alumni, and local SCV makers.
• Film/Video alum Rob Minkoff joins us for a conversation about his journey in animation and film, and the experiences that shaped his career.
• The African Music and Dance Ensemble brings the vibrant rhythms, movement, and spirit of Ghana and West Africa to the stage.
• Coyote Makes a World is an immersive, extramusical project between storyteller/vocalist čnaq’ymi (lone eagle) and The Forest, a cooperative percussion quartet.
• WHAT WAS THE WORLD TO ME (CATCH) reimagines Shakespeare’s THE WINTER’S TALE into an original interdisciplinary dance theater piece.

⭐ SUNDAY, MAY 3

• Join us at the Newhall Family Theatre for a night of incredible Balinese music and dance led by legendary Indonesian artist couple Nyoman and Nanik Wenten.

Advanced registration is recommended for select events—Visit the full festival lineup and secure your tickets via link in bio.

💜 Design by @lilyhailyeh

#CalArts #MAYhemFestival #PerformingArts #OpenStudios #SantaClarita

MAYhem has arrived! This weekend a collision of creativity is taking over our campus → here’s the schedule:

⭐ FRIDAY, MAY 1

• THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL is a visceral, movement-driven performance exploring power, identity, and the cost of becoming something the world doesn’t yet understand. (Rush tickets available only)
• CalArts World Percussion Ensemble is an ongoing experimental forum for bringing together the percussion, drumming and world music traditions at CalArts, bridging cultures and musical ideas.
• Persia Electric is dedicated to redefining traditional artistic forms while preserving the essence of pure art, transforming classical composition through innovation and improvisation.

⭐ SATURDAY, MAY 2

• Grupo Pagode CalArts, the Indian Music Student Ensemble, and Plenazo Tribe bring dynamic performances to the Wild Beast.
• The School of Art hosts their annual MFA Open Studios for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at student work and their creative processes.
• Hang out, make art, and connect with CalArts Alumni Council in a co-working space for collage making.
• The Artisan Pop Up Market features unique, handmade creations from students, alumni, and local SCV makers.
• Film/Video alum Rob Minkoff joins us for a conversation about his journey in animation and film, and the experiences that shaped his career.
• The African Music and Dance Ensemble brings the vibrant rhythms, movement, and spirit of Ghana and West Africa to the stage.
• Coyote Makes a World is an immersive, extramusical project between storyteller/vocalist čnaq’ymi (lone eagle) and The Forest, a cooperative percussion quartet.
• WHAT WAS THE WORLD TO ME (CATCH) reimagines Shakespeare’s THE WINTER’S TALE into an original interdisciplinary dance theater piece.

⭐ SUNDAY, MAY 3

• Join us at the Newhall Family Theatre for a night of incredible Balinese music and dance led by legendary Indonesian artist couple Nyoman and Nanik Wenten.

Advanced registration is recommended for select events—Visit the full festival lineup and secure your tickets via link in bio.

💜 Design by @lilyhailyeh

#CalArts #MAYhemFestival #PerformingArts #OpenStudios #SantaClarita

MAYhem has arrived! This weekend a collision of creativity is taking over our campus → here’s the schedule:

⭐ FRIDAY, MAY 1

• THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL is a visceral, movement-driven performance exploring power, identity, and the cost of becoming something the world doesn’t yet understand. (Rush tickets available only)
• CalArts World Percussion Ensemble is an ongoing experimental forum for bringing together the percussion, drumming and world music traditions at CalArts, bridging cultures and musical ideas.
• Persia Electric is dedicated to redefining traditional artistic forms while preserving the essence of pure art, transforming classical composition through innovation and improvisation.

⭐ SATURDAY, MAY 2

• Grupo Pagode CalArts, the Indian Music Student Ensemble, and Plenazo Tribe bring dynamic performances to the Wild Beast.
• The School of Art hosts their annual MFA Open Studios for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at student work and their creative processes.
• Hang out, make art, and connect with CalArts Alumni Council in a co-working space for collage making.
• The Artisan Pop Up Market features unique, handmade creations from students, alumni, and local SCV makers.
• Film/Video alum Rob Minkoff joins us for a conversation about his journey in animation and film, and the experiences that shaped his career.
• The African Music and Dance Ensemble brings the vibrant rhythms, movement, and spirit of Ghana and West Africa to the stage.
• Coyote Makes a World is an immersive, extramusical project between storyteller/vocalist čnaq’ymi (lone eagle) and The Forest, a cooperative percussion quartet.
• WHAT WAS THE WORLD TO ME (CATCH) reimagines Shakespeare’s THE WINTER’S TALE into an original interdisciplinary dance theater piece.

⭐ SUNDAY, MAY 3

• Join us at the Newhall Family Theatre for a night of incredible Balinese music and dance led by legendary Indonesian artist couple Nyoman and Nanik Wenten.

Advanced registration is recommended for select events—Visit the full festival lineup and secure your tickets via link in bio.

💜 Design by @lilyhailyeh

#CalArts #MAYhemFestival #PerformingArts #OpenStudios #SantaClarita

MAYhem Festival kicks off tomorrow! Here’s a snapshot of the creative chaos taking place:

World Music and Dance Festival
Friday, May 1:
🔸Gamelan Gender Wayang at 7:15 pm in the ROD Foyer
🔸CalArts World Percussion Ensemble & Persia Electric Ensemble at 8 pm in the ROD

Saturday, May 2:
🔸 Grupo Pagode CalArts at 1 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Indian Music Student Ensemble at 2 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Plenazo Tribe at 3 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Djembe & Dunun Ensemble at 5 pm in the Lund Foyer
🔸 African Music & Dance Ensemble at 6 pm in the Lund

Sunday, May 3:
🔸 Balinese Gamelan “Burat Wangi” at 7 pm in the Newhall Theater

School of Art MFA Open Studios
🔸 Takes place in the Broad Studios, Annex Studios, Baldessari Studios, BB5 Building, and C107 | Saturday, May 2 from 2–6 pm

School of Theater Productions
🔸 THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL | Friday, May 1 at 8 pm in MOD
🔸 WHAT WAS THE WORLD TO ME (CATCH) | Saturday, May 2 at 8 pm in E407

Alumni Engagement
🔸 From CalArts to The Lion King and Beyond: A Conversation with Rob Minkoff | Saturday, May 2 at 4 pm in the Lund
🔸 Artisan Pop-Up Market & Photo Booth | Saturday, May 2, from 2–6 pm in the Main Gallery
🔸 Alumni Council Co-Work Space featuring Collage Making | Saturday, May 2 from 2–6 pm in the Main Gallery

Find all the details linked in our bio—see you soon!

• Images 1, 2:African Ensemble, 2025 | Photos by Luck Van Cott
• Images 3, 4: Balinese Gamelan, 2025 | Photos by Luck Van Cott
• Images 5, 6, 7: THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL | Photos by Victor Gonzalez
• Image 8: Francie Zenner, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez
• Image 9: Hengyu Wang’s studio, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez
• Image 10: Yanying Zhu, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez

MAYhem Festival kicks off tomorrow! Here’s a snapshot of the creative chaos taking place:

World Music and Dance Festival
Friday, May 1:
🔸Gamelan Gender Wayang at 7:15 pm in the ROD Foyer
🔸CalArts World Percussion Ensemble & Persia Electric Ensemble at 8 pm in the ROD

Saturday, May 2:
🔸 Grupo Pagode CalArts at 1 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Indian Music Student Ensemble at 2 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Plenazo Tribe at 3 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Djembe & Dunun Ensemble at 5 pm in the Lund Foyer
🔸 African Music & Dance Ensemble at 6 pm in the Lund

Sunday, May 3:
🔸 Balinese Gamelan “Burat Wangi” at 7 pm in the Newhall Theater

School of Art MFA Open Studios
🔸 Takes place in the Broad Studios, Annex Studios, Baldessari Studios, BB5 Building, and C107 | Saturday, May 2 from 2–6 pm

School of Theater Productions
🔸 THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL | Friday, May 1 at 8 pm in MOD
🔸 WHAT WAS THE WORLD TO ME (CATCH) | Saturday, May 2 at 8 pm in E407

Alumni Engagement
🔸 From CalArts to The Lion King and Beyond: A Conversation with Rob Minkoff | Saturday, May 2 at 4 pm in the Lund
🔸 Artisan Pop-Up Market & Photo Booth | Saturday, May 2, from 2–6 pm in the Main Gallery
🔸 Alumni Council Co-Work Space featuring Collage Making | Saturday, May 2 from 2–6 pm in the Main Gallery

Find all the details linked in our bio—see you soon!

• Images 1, 2:African Ensemble, 2025 | Photos by Luck Van Cott
• Images 3, 4: Balinese Gamelan, 2025 | Photos by Luck Van Cott
• Images 5, 6, 7: THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL | Photos by Victor Gonzalez
• Image 8: Francie Zenner, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez
• Image 9: Hengyu Wang’s studio, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez
• Image 10: Yanying Zhu, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez

MAYhem Festival kicks off tomorrow! Here’s a snapshot of the creative chaos taking place:

World Music and Dance Festival
Friday, May 1:
🔸Gamelan Gender Wayang at 7:15 pm in the ROD Foyer
🔸CalArts World Percussion Ensemble & Persia Electric Ensemble at 8 pm in the ROD

Saturday, May 2:
🔸 Grupo Pagode CalArts at 1 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Indian Music Student Ensemble at 2 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Plenazo Tribe at 3 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Djembe & Dunun Ensemble at 5 pm in the Lund Foyer
🔸 African Music & Dance Ensemble at 6 pm in the Lund

Sunday, May 3:
🔸 Balinese Gamelan “Burat Wangi” at 7 pm in the Newhall Theater

School of Art MFA Open Studios
🔸 Takes place in the Broad Studios, Annex Studios, Baldessari Studios, BB5 Building, and C107 | Saturday, May 2 from 2–6 pm

School of Theater Productions
🔸 THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL | Friday, May 1 at 8 pm in MOD
🔸 WHAT WAS THE WORLD TO ME (CATCH) | Saturday, May 2 at 8 pm in E407

Alumni Engagement
🔸 From CalArts to The Lion King and Beyond: A Conversation with Rob Minkoff | Saturday, May 2 at 4 pm in the Lund
🔸 Artisan Pop-Up Market & Photo Booth | Saturday, May 2, from 2–6 pm in the Main Gallery
🔸 Alumni Council Co-Work Space featuring Collage Making | Saturday, May 2 from 2–6 pm in the Main Gallery

Find all the details linked in our bio—see you soon!

• Images 1, 2:African Ensemble, 2025 | Photos by Luck Van Cott
• Images 3, 4: Balinese Gamelan, 2025 | Photos by Luck Van Cott
• Images 5, 6, 7: THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL | Photos by Victor Gonzalez
• Image 8: Francie Zenner, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez
• Image 9: Hengyu Wang’s studio, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez
• Image 10: Yanying Zhu, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez

MAYhem Festival kicks off tomorrow! Here’s a snapshot of the creative chaos taking place:

World Music and Dance Festival
Friday, May 1:
🔸Gamelan Gender Wayang at 7:15 pm in the ROD Foyer
🔸CalArts World Percussion Ensemble & Persia Electric Ensemble at 8 pm in the ROD

Saturday, May 2:
🔸 Grupo Pagode CalArts at 1 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Indian Music Student Ensemble at 2 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Plenazo Tribe at 3 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Djembe & Dunun Ensemble at 5 pm in the Lund Foyer
🔸 African Music & Dance Ensemble at 6 pm in the Lund

Sunday, May 3:
🔸 Balinese Gamelan “Burat Wangi” at 7 pm in the Newhall Theater

School of Art MFA Open Studios
🔸 Takes place in the Broad Studios, Annex Studios, Baldessari Studios, BB5 Building, and C107 | Saturday, May 2 from 2–6 pm

School of Theater Productions
🔸 THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL | Friday, May 1 at 8 pm in MOD
🔸 WHAT WAS THE WORLD TO ME (CATCH) | Saturday, May 2 at 8 pm in E407

Alumni Engagement
🔸 From CalArts to The Lion King and Beyond: A Conversation with Rob Minkoff | Saturday, May 2 at 4 pm in the Lund
🔸 Artisan Pop-Up Market & Photo Booth | Saturday, May 2, from 2–6 pm in the Main Gallery
🔸 Alumni Council Co-Work Space featuring Collage Making | Saturday, May 2 from 2–6 pm in the Main Gallery

Find all the details linked in our bio—see you soon!

• Images 1, 2:African Ensemble, 2025 | Photos by Luck Van Cott
• Images 3, 4: Balinese Gamelan, 2025 | Photos by Luck Van Cott
• Images 5, 6, 7: THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL | Photos by Victor Gonzalez
• Image 8: Francie Zenner, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez
• Image 9: Hengyu Wang’s studio, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez
• Image 10: Yanying Zhu, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez

MAYhem Festival kicks off tomorrow! Here’s a snapshot of the creative chaos taking place:

World Music and Dance Festival
Friday, May 1:
🔸Gamelan Gender Wayang at 7:15 pm in the ROD Foyer
🔸CalArts World Percussion Ensemble & Persia Electric Ensemble at 8 pm in the ROD

Saturday, May 2:
🔸 Grupo Pagode CalArts at 1 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Indian Music Student Ensemble at 2 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Plenazo Tribe at 3 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Djembe & Dunun Ensemble at 5 pm in the Lund Foyer
🔸 African Music & Dance Ensemble at 6 pm in the Lund

Sunday, May 3:
🔸 Balinese Gamelan “Burat Wangi” at 7 pm in the Newhall Theater

School of Art MFA Open Studios
🔸 Takes place in the Broad Studios, Annex Studios, Baldessari Studios, BB5 Building, and C107 | Saturday, May 2 from 2–6 pm

School of Theater Productions
🔸 THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL | Friday, May 1 at 8 pm in MOD
🔸 WHAT WAS THE WORLD TO ME (CATCH) | Saturday, May 2 at 8 pm in E407

Alumni Engagement
🔸 From CalArts to The Lion King and Beyond: A Conversation with Rob Minkoff | Saturday, May 2 at 4 pm in the Lund
🔸 Artisan Pop-Up Market & Photo Booth | Saturday, May 2, from 2–6 pm in the Main Gallery
🔸 Alumni Council Co-Work Space featuring Collage Making | Saturday, May 2 from 2–6 pm in the Main Gallery

Find all the details linked in our bio—see you soon!

• Images 1, 2:African Ensemble, 2025 | Photos by Luck Van Cott
• Images 3, 4: Balinese Gamelan, 2025 | Photos by Luck Van Cott
• Images 5, 6, 7: THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL | Photos by Victor Gonzalez
• Image 8: Francie Zenner, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez
• Image 9: Hengyu Wang’s studio, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez
• Image 10: Yanying Zhu, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez

MAYhem Festival kicks off tomorrow! Here’s a snapshot of the creative chaos taking place:

World Music and Dance Festival
Friday, May 1:
🔸Gamelan Gender Wayang at 7:15 pm in the ROD Foyer
🔸CalArts World Percussion Ensemble & Persia Electric Ensemble at 8 pm in the ROD

Saturday, May 2:
🔸 Grupo Pagode CalArts at 1 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Indian Music Student Ensemble at 2 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Plenazo Tribe at 3 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Djembe & Dunun Ensemble at 5 pm in the Lund Foyer
🔸 African Music & Dance Ensemble at 6 pm in the Lund

Sunday, May 3:
🔸 Balinese Gamelan “Burat Wangi” at 7 pm in the Newhall Theater

School of Art MFA Open Studios
🔸 Takes place in the Broad Studios, Annex Studios, Baldessari Studios, BB5 Building, and C107 | Saturday, May 2 from 2–6 pm

School of Theater Productions
🔸 THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL | Friday, May 1 at 8 pm in MOD
🔸 WHAT WAS THE WORLD TO ME (CATCH) | Saturday, May 2 at 8 pm in E407

Alumni Engagement
🔸 From CalArts to The Lion King and Beyond: A Conversation with Rob Minkoff | Saturday, May 2 at 4 pm in the Lund
🔸 Artisan Pop-Up Market & Photo Booth | Saturday, May 2, from 2–6 pm in the Main Gallery
🔸 Alumni Council Co-Work Space featuring Collage Making | Saturday, May 2 from 2–6 pm in the Main Gallery

Find all the details linked in our bio—see you soon!

• Images 1, 2:African Ensemble, 2025 | Photos by Luck Van Cott
• Images 3, 4: Balinese Gamelan, 2025 | Photos by Luck Van Cott
• Images 5, 6, 7: THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL | Photos by Victor Gonzalez
• Image 8: Francie Zenner, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez
• Image 9: Hengyu Wang’s studio, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez
• Image 10: Yanying Zhu, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez

MAYhem Festival kicks off tomorrow! Here’s a snapshot of the creative chaos taking place:

World Music and Dance Festival
Friday, May 1:
🔸Gamelan Gender Wayang at 7:15 pm in the ROD Foyer
🔸CalArts World Percussion Ensemble & Persia Electric Ensemble at 8 pm in the ROD

Saturday, May 2:
🔸 Grupo Pagode CalArts at 1 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Indian Music Student Ensemble at 2 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Plenazo Tribe at 3 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Djembe & Dunun Ensemble at 5 pm in the Lund Foyer
🔸 African Music & Dance Ensemble at 6 pm in the Lund

Sunday, May 3:
🔸 Balinese Gamelan “Burat Wangi” at 7 pm in the Newhall Theater

School of Art MFA Open Studios
🔸 Takes place in the Broad Studios, Annex Studios, Baldessari Studios, BB5 Building, and C107 | Saturday, May 2 from 2–6 pm

School of Theater Productions
🔸 THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL | Friday, May 1 at 8 pm in MOD
🔸 WHAT WAS THE WORLD TO ME (CATCH) | Saturday, May 2 at 8 pm in E407

Alumni Engagement
🔸 From CalArts to The Lion King and Beyond: A Conversation with Rob Minkoff | Saturday, May 2 at 4 pm in the Lund
🔸 Artisan Pop-Up Market & Photo Booth | Saturday, May 2, from 2–6 pm in the Main Gallery
🔸 Alumni Council Co-Work Space featuring Collage Making | Saturday, May 2 from 2–6 pm in the Main Gallery

Find all the details linked in our bio—see you soon!

• Images 1, 2:African Ensemble, 2025 | Photos by Luck Van Cott
• Images 3, 4: Balinese Gamelan, 2025 | Photos by Luck Van Cott
• Images 5, 6, 7: THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL | Photos by Victor Gonzalez
• Image 8: Francie Zenner, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez
• Image 9: Hengyu Wang’s studio, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez
• Image 10: Yanying Zhu, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez

MAYhem Festival kicks off tomorrow! Here’s a snapshot of the creative chaos taking place:

World Music and Dance Festival
Friday, May 1:
🔸Gamelan Gender Wayang at 7:15 pm in the ROD Foyer
🔸CalArts World Percussion Ensemble & Persia Electric Ensemble at 8 pm in the ROD

Saturday, May 2:
🔸 Grupo Pagode CalArts at 1 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Indian Music Student Ensemble at 2 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Plenazo Tribe at 3 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Djembe & Dunun Ensemble at 5 pm in the Lund Foyer
🔸 African Music & Dance Ensemble at 6 pm in the Lund

Sunday, May 3:
🔸 Balinese Gamelan “Burat Wangi” at 7 pm in the Newhall Theater

School of Art MFA Open Studios
🔸 Takes place in the Broad Studios, Annex Studios, Baldessari Studios, BB5 Building, and C107 | Saturday, May 2 from 2–6 pm

School of Theater Productions
🔸 THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL | Friday, May 1 at 8 pm in MOD
🔸 WHAT WAS THE WORLD TO ME (CATCH) | Saturday, May 2 at 8 pm in E407

Alumni Engagement
🔸 From CalArts to The Lion King and Beyond: A Conversation with Rob Minkoff | Saturday, May 2 at 4 pm in the Lund
🔸 Artisan Pop-Up Market & Photo Booth | Saturday, May 2, from 2–6 pm in the Main Gallery
🔸 Alumni Council Co-Work Space featuring Collage Making | Saturday, May 2 from 2–6 pm in the Main Gallery

Find all the details linked in our bio—see you soon!

• Images 1, 2:African Ensemble, 2025 | Photos by Luck Van Cott
• Images 3, 4: Balinese Gamelan, 2025 | Photos by Luck Van Cott
• Images 5, 6, 7: THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL | Photos by Victor Gonzalez
• Image 8: Francie Zenner, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez
• Image 9: Hengyu Wang’s studio, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez
• Image 10: Yanying Zhu, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez

MAYhem Festival kicks off tomorrow! Here’s a snapshot of the creative chaos taking place:

World Music and Dance Festival
Friday, May 1:
🔸Gamelan Gender Wayang at 7:15 pm in the ROD Foyer
🔸CalArts World Percussion Ensemble & Persia Electric Ensemble at 8 pm in the ROD

Saturday, May 2:
🔸 Grupo Pagode CalArts at 1 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Indian Music Student Ensemble at 2 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Plenazo Tribe at 3 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Djembe & Dunun Ensemble at 5 pm in the Lund Foyer
🔸 African Music & Dance Ensemble at 6 pm in the Lund

Sunday, May 3:
🔸 Balinese Gamelan “Burat Wangi” at 7 pm in the Newhall Theater

School of Art MFA Open Studios
🔸 Takes place in the Broad Studios, Annex Studios, Baldessari Studios, BB5 Building, and C107 | Saturday, May 2 from 2–6 pm

School of Theater Productions
🔸 THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL | Friday, May 1 at 8 pm in MOD
🔸 WHAT WAS THE WORLD TO ME (CATCH) | Saturday, May 2 at 8 pm in E407

Alumni Engagement
🔸 From CalArts to The Lion King and Beyond: A Conversation with Rob Minkoff | Saturday, May 2 at 4 pm in the Lund
🔸 Artisan Pop-Up Market & Photo Booth | Saturday, May 2, from 2–6 pm in the Main Gallery
🔸 Alumni Council Co-Work Space featuring Collage Making | Saturday, May 2 from 2–6 pm in the Main Gallery

Find all the details linked in our bio—see you soon!

• Images 1, 2:African Ensemble, 2025 | Photos by Luck Van Cott
• Images 3, 4: Balinese Gamelan, 2025 | Photos by Luck Van Cott
• Images 5, 6, 7: THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL | Photos by Victor Gonzalez
• Image 8: Francie Zenner, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez
• Image 9: Hengyu Wang’s studio, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez
• Image 10: Yanying Zhu, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez

MAYhem Festival kicks off tomorrow! Here’s a snapshot of the creative chaos taking place:

World Music and Dance Festival
Friday, May 1:
🔸Gamelan Gender Wayang at 7:15 pm in the ROD Foyer
🔸CalArts World Percussion Ensemble & Persia Electric Ensemble at 8 pm in the ROD

Saturday, May 2:
🔸 Grupo Pagode CalArts at 1 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Indian Music Student Ensemble at 2 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Plenazo Tribe at 3 pm in the Wild Beast
🔸 Djembe & Dunun Ensemble at 5 pm in the Lund Foyer
🔸 African Music & Dance Ensemble at 6 pm in the Lund

Sunday, May 3:
🔸 Balinese Gamelan “Burat Wangi” at 7 pm in the Newhall Theater

School of Art MFA Open Studios
🔸 Takes place in the Broad Studios, Annex Studios, Baldessari Studios, BB5 Building, and C107 | Saturday, May 2 from 2–6 pm

School of Theater Productions
🔸 THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL | Friday, May 1 at 8 pm in MOD
🔸 WHAT WAS THE WORLD TO ME (CATCH) | Saturday, May 2 at 8 pm in E407

Alumni Engagement
🔸 From CalArts to The Lion King and Beyond: A Conversation with Rob Minkoff | Saturday, May 2 at 4 pm in the Lund
🔸 Artisan Pop-Up Market & Photo Booth | Saturday, May 2, from 2–6 pm in the Main Gallery
🔸 Alumni Council Co-Work Space featuring Collage Making | Saturday, May 2 from 2–6 pm in the Main Gallery

Find all the details linked in our bio—see you soon!

• Images 1, 2:African Ensemble, 2025 | Photos by Luck Van Cott
• Images 3, 4: Balinese Gamelan, 2025 | Photos by Luck Van Cott
• Images 5, 6, 7: THE HALF GOD OF RAINFALL | Photos by Victor Gonzalez
• Image 8: Francie Zenner, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez
• Image 9: Hengyu Wang’s studio, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez
• Image 10: Yanying Zhu, MFA Open Studios, 2025 | Photo by Rafael Hernandez

2024 was very demure, very mindful. A time of brat summer, Pedro Pascal, and rap beef. Take a look at what CalArts was cooking up!

Come through on Tuesday, May 12 and become a part of the history of CalArts Expo!

If you or your friends are featured in these photos, please tag them so we can too!

2024 was very demure, very mindful. A time of brat summer, Pedro Pascal, and rap beef. Take a look at what CalArts was cooking up!

Come through on Tuesday, May 12 and become a part of the history of CalArts Expo!

If you or your friends are featured in these photos, please tag them so we can too!

2024 was very demure, very mindful. A time of brat summer, Pedro Pascal, and rap beef. Take a look at what CalArts was cooking up!

Come through on Tuesday, May 12 and become a part of the history of CalArts Expo!

If you or your friends are featured in these photos, please tag them so we can too!

2024 was very demure, very mindful. A time of brat summer, Pedro Pascal, and rap beef. Take a look at what CalArts was cooking up!

Come through on Tuesday, May 12 and become a part of the history of CalArts Expo!

If you or your friends are featured in these photos, please tag them so we can too!

2024 was very demure, very mindful. A time of brat summer, Pedro Pascal, and rap beef. Take a look at what CalArts was cooking up!

Come through on Tuesday, May 12 and become a part of the history of CalArts Expo!

If you or your friends are featured in these photos, please tag them so we can too!

2024 was very demure, very mindful. A time of brat summer, Pedro Pascal, and rap beef. Take a look at what CalArts was cooking up!

Come through on Tuesday, May 12 and become a part of the history of CalArts Expo!

If you or your friends are featured in these photos, please tag them so we can too!

2024 was very demure, very mindful. A time of brat summer, Pedro Pascal, and rap beef. Take a look at what CalArts was cooking up!

Come through on Tuesday, May 12 and become a part of the history of CalArts Expo!

If you or your friends are featured in these photos, please tag them so we can too!

2024 was very demure, very mindful. A time of brat summer, Pedro Pascal, and rap beef. Take a look at what CalArts was cooking up!

Come through on Tuesday, May 12 and become a part of the history of CalArts Expo!

If you or your friends are featured in these photos, please tag them so we can too!

2024 was very demure, very mindful. A time of brat summer, Pedro Pascal, and rap beef. Take a look at what CalArts was cooking up!

Come through on Tuesday, May 12 and become a part of the history of CalArts Expo!

If you or your friends are featured in these photos, please tag them so we can too!

2024 was very demure, very mindful. A time of brat summer, Pedro Pascal, and rap beef. Take a look at what CalArts was cooking up!

Come through on Tuesday, May 12 and become a part of the history of CalArts Expo!

If you or your friends are featured in these photos, please tag them so we can too!

2024 was very demure, very mindful. A time of brat summer, Pedro Pascal, and rap beef. Take a look at what CalArts was cooking up!

Come through on Tuesday, May 12 and become a part of the history of CalArts Expo!

If you or your friends are featured in these photos, please tag them so we can too!

2024 was very demure, very mindful. A time of brat summer, Pedro Pascal, and rap beef. Take a look at what CalArts was cooking up!

Come through on Tuesday, May 12 and become a part of the history of CalArts Expo!

If you or your friends are featured in these photos, please tag them so we can too!

2024 was very demure, very mindful. A time of brat summer, Pedro Pascal, and rap beef. Take a look at what CalArts was cooking up!

Come through on Tuesday, May 12 and become a part of the history of CalArts Expo!

If you or your friends are featured in these photos, please tag them so we can too!

2024 was very demure, very mindful. A time of brat summer, Pedro Pascal, and rap beef. Take a look at what CalArts was cooking up!

Come through on Tuesday, May 12 and become a part of the history of CalArts Expo!

If you or your friends are featured in these photos, please tag them so we can too!