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51���� presents “The Color Purple” Nov. 5–14 with a student cast 
and live orchestra.

51���� Audio Arts students and alumni joined young musicians from the nonprofit Guitars Over Guns and Eddie Vedder to record an inspiring new song ahead of the Obama Presidential Center opening celebration on June 18. The song is now available on streaming platforms.

Audio engineer Mary Mazurek MFA ’11, PhD, president of 51����’s National Alumni Board, reflects on her own educational and career path and the value of mentorship.

Alum and adjunct faculty member Eric Rutherford ’17 takes the 51���� Gospel Choir to the Union Tabernacle Baptist Church for an authentic musical experience in the Englewood community.

51���� alumni and faculty from the schools of Theatre and Dance and Audio and Music have earned nominations for the Jeff Awards, which celebrate excellence in Chicago theatre.

Chicago-based singer-songwriter Megan Hammond '22, known professionally as m.e.h., took the stage at Lollapalooza’s Chicago Made Music Showcase on Sunday, August 4.

As a kickoff to 51����’s 135th Anniversary, the college is honoring 24 distinguished alumni across all disciplines as part of “24 in 2024,” a college-wide initiative that celebrates 51���� alumni and their career accomplishments.

Professional pivot leads to career success for 51���� alum, highlighting the creative versatility of our graduates.

Academy Award Winning Sound Effects Editor Peter Berkos ’51 recently passed away, leaving behind a lasting legacy in television and film.

“Our Chicago: Freedom Music,” a celebration of freedom expressed through the music of Chicago’s Black community, will feature Adjunct Faculty Member Andre Daniels (aka Add-2) and Alum CaSera Heining ’17 (aka DJ Ca$h Era).