School of Visual & Performing Arts

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Be part of our community, as we work together to learn, lead, and inspire.

the best reason to choose Coker University

Lead and inspire the world through your creativity & passion.

Our School of Visual & Performing Arts prepares students in the fields of art, dance, music, theatre, musical theatre, & design for a dynamic future in their creative pursuits. While earning your B.A., B.M.E, or B.F.A., Coker University provides a welcoming environment to collaborate with one another and showcase your talent in our Watson Theatre, the Black Box Theatre, the Cecelia Coker Bell Gallery, and many more venues.

01. Art
Achieve a high degree of professional excellence in the arts in this awarding curriculum with challenges that involve research & development, critical thinking, and open ended critiques where you will learn the importance of effectively communicating your ideas and creative work.

Degree Offerings:
- Art Education (K-12 Certificate)
- Fine Arts
- Photography
Minors in:
- Art
- Graphic Design
- Arts Management
Degree Type:
- B.A.
- B.F.A.
See more on our Art course offerings!
02. Music

Our belief is that music is essential to enrich the heart of our community and the world. Take part in this rigorous yet rewarding curriculum that will push you to grow your musical mind and creative potential. Explore opportunities in solo performances, theatrical roles, internships, regional and national ensemble tours, study abroad and study away opportunities.

Degree Offerings:

BA in Music with a concentration in Voice
BA in Music with a concentration in Piano
BA in Music with a concentration in General Music
BA in Theatre with a concentration in Musical Theatre

BME in Music Education with a choral concentration (leading to K-12 Certification in South Carolina)
BME in Music Education with an instrumental concentration (leading to K-12 Certification in South Carolina)

Degree types:
BA
BME

See more on our Music course offerings!
03. Theater
Take part in this challenging curriculum which can’t only be studied, you must take action in the work. From performance to playwriting, you will immerse yourself in this dynamic course offering a multitude of opportunities for valuable hands-on experience—from productions to workshops, internships, study abroad, and more.

Degree Offerings:
- General Theatre
- Performance
- Technical Theatre
- Musical Theatre
Minors in:
- Theatre
See more on our Theatre course offerings!
04. Dance
A dance classroom unlike most others, explore what interests your dance interests the most in a non-ridged set of degree requirements. To achieve this, immerse yourself in a curriculum that encourages critical thinking, community outreach, all while retaining our one-on-one discussion based learning model with your instructors

Degree Offerings:
- Dance
- Dance Education (K-12 Certificate offered)
- Choreography
Minors in:
- Dance
Degree Type:
- B.A.
- B.F.A.
See more on our Dance course offerings!

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The Cecelia Coker Bell Gallery

View our full list of current and future exhibitions along with our gallery hours and location.

Cecelia Coker Bell Gallery

Community Music Program

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Summer Programs

Coker University recently offered Summer Dance Intensive in the summer of 2023 for highschool students.

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Partners for the Arts

Partners for the Arts underwrites the arts programs at Coker’s McCall School for Visual and Performing Arts that make our community so vibrant and exciting. We need you as an active partner with our student artists on our stages and in our concert halls, galleries, and classrooms.

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Coker Community Music Program

The foundation of the Coker Community Music Program is to provide the highest level of music education in the Pee Dee region. Our accomplished faculty allow students of all ages and levels to enrich their lives through studying and exploring music regardless of level or age. Lessons are taught at the Margaret Coker Lawton Music Building on the campus of Coker University. This facility as well as the adjoining Elizabeth Boatwright Coker Performing Arts Center will enhance weekly learning experiences by providing dedicated practice rooms, world-class Steinway instruments, large classrooms, and a beautiful Recital Hall. For more information, please contact ccmp@coker.edu.

Summer Programs

Dance Summer Intensive

School of Visual & Performing Arts