The Seton Hall University Arts Council supports the integral role of the arts in higher education. The Arts Council, housed within the College of Communication and the Arts, strengthens the cultural vitality of the visual, literary and performing arts for the University campus and the surrounding community.
Voices & Visibility
Selection of this year's Arts Council programming was done in accordance with its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion cultural programming theme of 'Voices & Visibility' and features work from and about groups that have been otherwise historically underrepresented.
Programs and Initiatives
Classical Concert Series
Presents world-class soloists and ensembles from around the globe. Blending education with artistry, preconcert lectures and workshops are regularly offered to students and the public free of charge. Learn more about the Classical Concert Series »
Jazz 'n the Hall
Celebrates America's most influential music by bringing world renowned jazz ensembles to the Seton Hall community. Learn more about Jazz 'n the Hall »
Seton Hall Theatre
Offers a wide variety of theatrical opportunities for students including faculty, visiting directors and student directed main-stage productions and the Theatre Council series. Learn more about the Seton Hall Theatre Council Series »
Inspired by the legacy of Joseph A. Unanue, the Latino Institute advances, educates, and transforms students into the next generation of servant leaders in our ever changing global society. Learn more about the Joseph A. Unanue Latino Institute »
Walsh Gallery
Hosts a number of exhibitions yearly ranging in topics from fine art to the historical, with an emphasis on interdisciplinary themes as the primary exhibition space on Seton Hall University's South Orange campus. Learn more about the Walsh Gallery »
Poetry-in-the-Round
Invites the world's most compelling and celebrated writers to read and discuss their works with students and community members. Learn more about Poetry-in-the-Round »
Upcoming Events
Walsh Gallery Exhibit: Seton Hall Re-Collects November 30 The Walsh Gallery presents Seton Hall Re-Collects, a crowd-sourced exhibition featuring the university’s collections. Objects on display were selected by those who have worked with them, collected them or used them for research.
Classical Concert Series: La Traviata November 30 Classical Concert Series presents: Giuseppe Verdi’s “La Traviata,” performed in a partly-staged concert version at SOPAC!
Poetry-in-the-Round Hosts Nicole Terez Dutton December 7 Poetry-in-the-Round will host award-winning poet Nicole Terez Dutton, author of If One Of Us Should Fall, winner of the 2011 Cave Canem Poetry Prize.
Poetry-in-the-Round Hosts Paul Harding February 8, 2023 Poetry-in-the-Round will host Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist Paul Harding, author of Tinkers, which won the 2010 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction.
Poetry-in-the-Round Hosts Nathan Oates March 29, 2023 Poetry-in-the-Round will host award-winning fiction writer Nathan Oates, author of A Flaw in the Design (Random House, 2023).
Poetry-in-the-Round Hosts Courtney Zoffness April 19, 2023 Join us with Courtney Zoffness, author of Spilt Milk (McSweeney’s, 2021), named a “must-read” by Good Morning America.
