College of Music & Performing Arts invites audiences to ‘Experience Transformation’ through theatre, music and dance
From timeless tales like Romeo and Juliet to new musical stagings and a globally streamed holiday tradition, Belmont University’s 2025–26 performance season invites audiences to witness the power of the performing arts to shape, inspire and transform.
This year, Belmont’s College of Music & Performing Arts will present a full season of performances that explore what it means to change, grow and see the world in new ways. Under the theme “Experience Transformation,” the season will feature a wide range of theatrical and musical works — from reimagined classics to contemporary premieres – brought to life by Belmont’s exceptional students and faculty.
“This year’s performance season invites our audiences into stories that stretch the heart, stir the imagination and spark meaningful change. From the haunting truths of 1984 to the timeless romance of Romeo and Juliet, each production offers a chance to witness the transformative power of theatre — not just in the characters on stage, but in ourselves as we engage with their journeys,” said Associate Professor of Theatre and Chair of the Department of Theatre & Dance Brent Maddox. “As our students bring these productions to life, they themselves are transformed — growing not only as performers, but as storytellers who help us all see the world, and each other, more clearly.”
The season also builds on current campus momentum. The Fisher Center for the Performing Arts continues hosting large-scale productions, including a staging of 9 to 5: The Musical — a nod to the on-campus run of Dolly Parton’s newest musical this fall. Christmas at Belmont will again bring cheer and carry on a longstanding tradition as audiences celebrate the holiday season.
Highlights of the full season include:
Fisher Center of the Performing Arts
- From Roar to Rhythm: The Evolution of Jazz — Oct. 19, 2025
Embark on an unparalleled musical journey with Belmont Jazz Band I and Jazzmin as they explore what jazz is — and what it can be.
- Christmas at Belmont — Nov. 21–22, 2025
Belmont’s beloved holiday tradition features carols, classical masterworks, world music and seasonal favorites, performed by various student ensembles.
- The Melodies of Bel Canto & University Singers — Feb. 24, 2026
A moving musical journey showcasing two premier vocal ensembles: Bel Canto and University Singers.
- 9 to 5: The Musical — March 20–22, 2026
Based on the 1980 film with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton, this high-energy production follows three unlikely friends who take control of their workplace — and their futures.
- Sounds of Belmont: The 36th Annual President’s Concert & Reception — April 25, 2026
A showcase of student excellence with proceeds benefiting scholarships in music and theatre.
Theatre & Dance
- Romeo and Juliet — Sept. 26–28
- The Bookstore — Nov. 20–22
- 1984 — Feb. 13–15
- A Monster Calls — April 17–18
- Moving Stories – A Dance Composition Showcase — Nov. 21–23
- Mixed Bill XXII (annual dance concert) — April 17–19
Music Highlights
- Anything Can Happen in the Theatre: The Musical World of Maury Yeston — Oct. 3–5
- My Way: A Musical Tribute — Feb. 20–22
- Plus dozens of ensemble recitals, faculty concerts, and performances by Belmont’s Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Jazz groups, and more.
Guest Artists
- International Pianist Marina Lamazov — Oct. 7 (Massey Concert Hall)
- Grammy-winning Jazz Pianist Isaiah J. Thompson — Feb. 25 (McAfee Concert Hall)
- Additional performances by guest and alumni artists, such as the Nashville Children’s Choir, throughout the season.
Belmont’s performance season spans the academic year and includes dozens of concerts, recitals, musicals, plays and dance productions, each crafted by student artists under faculty guidance. The result is a season of unforgettable performances that offer transformation for both performers and audiences alike.
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