UAB Head of Musical Theatre Valerie Accetta and theater student Sammy Sledd star as an overworked mother and her teenage daughter who magically swap bodies and have just one day to put things right.

Presented by the ASO and UAB’s Alys Stephens Center, this unique blend of Americana and symphonic music promises to be a performance as memorable as it is groundbreaking.

UAB has one of the most technology-fluent programs in the state, if not the region, ideal for students seeking careers as designers, stage managers, technical directors and other production-related professions.

Students can fill their summer break days with several camps that are being offered across UAB’s campus.

Presented by the UAB College of Arts and Sciences, Arts Week events showcase students from the departments of Art and Art History, English, History, Music, and Theatre.

The Van Cliburn 2013 finalist will perform a program of works by Claude Debussy, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Nadia Boulanger and Franz Liszt.

Step into the world of fantasy role-playing games — filled with homicidal fairies, nasty ogres and ’90s pop culture — in this heart-pounding homage to the geek and warrior within us all.

Cuba, who creates Latin music that mixes elements of jazz, pop and funk with tradition, won the Grammy Award for Best Latin Pop Album in 2022 for “Mendó.”

The festival will celebrate the work of artists across all genres from the disability community, amplify voices and experiences, and advocate for change.

Reminisce about the golden age of doo wop and rock ’n’ roll with these two Rock & Roll Hall of Fame groups.

The performance is a Pay What You Choose event presented by the Alys Stephens Center, open to everyone.

See the next generation in Irish dance, led by Guinness World Record holder for The Fastest Feet in the World James Devine, and five-time World Champion Irish dancer David Geaney.

Known for his uplifting, feel-good music, Grammer’s signature blend of feel-good melodies and reflective lyrics will resonate with anyone who has faced challenges.

American Songwriter magazine called Giddens “one of the most important musical minds currently walking the planet.” 

AIM’s Virtual Mental Health Monday series offers discussions on such topics as suicide prevention, accessibility in the arts and more.

A playwright, a freedom fighter, a queen and a young assassin star in this girl-powered comedy of bravery and sisterhood, set during the French Revolution’s “Reign of Terror.”

Reed will share insights into the creation of “S-Town,” which won a Peabody Award for its pioneering storytelling.

Fifty-two students in fourth through eighth grades will compete for the Alabama State Spelling Bee Champion title. This is the fourth year UAB has hosted the competition.

Darwin Day is an annual celebration recognized internationally in honor of the birthday and legacy of the historically renowned biologist Charles Darwin.

The UAB Piano Series will present Fei-Fei Dong on March 23, plus the PRISM concert March 31 will showcase students and faculty.

First up Feb. 2 is Vitamin String Quartet, one of the most popular string ensembles in the world, performing music from Taylor Swift, “Bridgerton,” Billie Eilish, BTS and more.

A free opening reception will be 5-7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 24, with gallery talks by Chitty and Meissner beginning at 5:30 p.m.

UAB’s campus closed Friday due to winter weather in Birmingham turning the campus into an urban winter wonderland.

SECAC, a national nonprofit organization devoted to education and research in the visual arts, recognized Stacey M. Holloway with the honor at their recent conference.

Registration is now open for new spring ArtPlay classes and workshops, including creative movement, writing, storytelling, visual arts, ballet, keyboard basics and much more.

Researcher Thomas A. Thompson will discuss the critical research he is undertaking on Alabama’s breeding population of cerulean warblers (Setophaga cerulea) a species of highest conservation concern.

Holiday fun includes Preservation Hall Jazz Band’s Creole Christmas on Dec. 13, affordable events for families and a giftwrap workshop for adults. Plus, concert tickets and art classes are great gifts for all ages.

Reagan Martin, Austin Green and Sierra Frazier all plan to pursue graduate studies in music and music education.

As stage manager for Theatre UAB’s “Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812,” Juliette Sosa Valle is responsible for every part of the show, before the curtain comes up until after it comes down, to ensure everything runs smoothly.

Families can enjoy photos with Blaze, a meet and greet with Santa Claus, games, crafts, hot chocolate bar, snacks, and more for $35, plus Growing Up Green and Gold members can have a VIP experience.