A promotional image featuring a theatrical performance with dancers and a male lead, highlighting the Friends of the Arts and Design initiative at JMU for student scholarships and CVPA programming.

Become a Friend of the Arts and Design

The College of Visual and Performing Arts is thrilled to introduce the Friends of the Arts and Design, a new giving society providing essential financial support for student scholarships and CVPA programming. Members will include alumni, current students, family members, and community members – all who are passionate supporters with an interest in promoting and sustaining the arts and design at JMU. Benefits range from complimentary tickets to exclusive invitations and more. Please join us in support of our outstanding students!

Levels of Membership & Benefits*

Arts and Design Ally ($250 - $499)

  • Name Acknowledgement in select performance programs.
  • Early access to purchase tickets before public on sale.

Arts and Design Advocate ($500 - $1,499)
Benefits listed above, plus:

  • Invitation to select master classes with guest artists.
  • Invitation to the Annual Research Symposium in Arts and Design.

Arts and Design Champion ($1,500 - $4,999)
Benefits listed above, plus:

  • Two complimentary tickets to a student music ensemble performance.
  • Access to friends-only refreshment area in the Dean’s Suite at select events (limited capacity).
  • Invitation to a behind-the-scenes tour during the production of select performances.

Arts and Design Hero ($5,000 +)
Benefits listed above, plus:

  • Two complimentary tickets to a student music ensemble performance OR Two complimentary tickets to a Masterpiece Season performance.
  • Recognized at the Forbes Center Season Announcement and the annual Pops show.
  • Performance Sneak Peek! Be our guest at one final dress rehearsal for a School of Theatre and Dance production.

GIVE NOW
View the 2024-2025
Masterpiece Season Brochure
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Forbes Center Gift Certificates
Now On Sale!


CVPA Food Drive
Logo for the CVPA Food Drive featuring a donation can for the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank, with event dates listed as October 28 to December 12.

Forbes Center Seeks Volunteer Ushers
for 2024-2025 Masterpiece Season
Please Call to Buy

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