College of Arts and Media

Less Becomes More in Second-Year Performance of ‘Handel’s Messiah’

An intimacy was achieved by the Arena's half-house staging, and Michael Christie's direction of the Phoenix Symphony and a 200-voice chorus made the difference between […]

Taking Their Best Shot: Digital Film Students Focus on Acquiring Practical Experience

GCU's digital film and production class sounds more like a Hollywood set than a classroom full of rookie filmmakers as Professor Gregg Elder emphasizes real-world […]

Slideshow: Ethington Theatre's Production of 'A Christmas Carol'

"A Christmas Carol," starring Michael Kary as Scrooge, wraps up its two-weekend run with four shows at Ethington Theatre.

Michael Kary as Scrooge Makes 'Christmas Carol' a Seasonal Delight

The Ethington Theatre production, featuring an excellent cast, expert direction and exquisite scenic design, is certain to put even those averse to the holiday season […]

Ethington Cast Ready to Put Own Spin on Dickens’ ‘Christmas Carol’

The holiday classic, with its large cast and unique demands, is more difficult to stage than you might think. And with a short turnaround since […]

Gotta Dance: Insiders Give Pointers for GCU Students in Arts

Leanne Schmidt, one of GCU's adjunct dance instructors, says that following one’s passion calls for perseverance, a laserlike focus and a willingness to hit the […]

Record Number of Entries Compete in 48 Hour Film Challenge

The challenge included 12 teams of students: two from the University of Advancing Technology in Tempe; one from Arizona State University; a hybrid team from […]

Masterworks Concert Marks Another Rousing Opener for GCU Choirs

The New Life Singers, Canyon Singers and Canyon Chorale brought plenty of variety to their first performance of 2012-13 at First Southern Baptist Church, adjacent […]

'Improv Your Life' Scores With Huge Laughs at Ethington

Laughter boomed from Ethington Theatre throughout the first performance of "Improv Your Life," a show of improvisational comedy by students from the College of Fine […]