Curb Center
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‘The Death of The Artist’ discussion with author William Deresiewicz Feb. 16
Join the Curb Center at Vanderbilt for a virtual discussion with New York Times bestselling author William Deresiewicz, whose new book explores changing ideas about the nature of art and the role of the artist in society—from Music Row to Silicon Valley and much more. Read MoreJan 29, 2021
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NEA research grant supports study of diversity initiatives in arts agencies
A two-year, $17,000 National Endowment of the Arts research grant will support a Vanderbilt analysis of how the characteristics and practices of more than 500 local arts agencies help or hinder their efforts to expand access to the arts in their communities. Read MoreJun 10, 2020
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VU’s Miriam Lense featured on ‘Music and Mind Live’ with Renée Fleming June 2
Professor Miriam Lense of Vanderbilt's Music Cognition Lab and Curb Center for Art, Enterprise and Public Policy will be the featured guest June 2 on "Music and Mind Live," a new webinar hosted by renowned soprano and arts and health advocate Renée Fleming. Read MoreMay 19, 2020
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Exploring the Intersection of Art and Medicine: Eve Moll, BA’20
In seventh grade Eve Moll was an active dancer, but then a diagnosis of adolescent scoliosis in her spine threw her for a curve—literally. Read MoreApr 30, 2020
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College boosts arts careers in surprising and important ways: report
What you do in college has a surprising impact on your ability to sustain a career in the arts long-term, according to a new report co-authored by Alexandre Frenette, assistant professor of sociology and associate director of the Curb Center for Art, Enterprise and Public Policy. Read MoreApr 21, 2020
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Screening of ‘Remand’ Feb. 17 as part of Curb Center’s Form of Reform exhibit
"REMAND" tells the firsthand, true story of how Henry and Jim, separated not only by an ocean and thousands of miles but also differing cultures and life experiences, met and worked together to inspire justice reform for an entire country. Read MoreFeb 4, 2020
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‘Halfway,’ short play documenting citizens’ return to society, performed Feb. 6–7
Halfway, a short play by Tom Angland adapted from true stories of citizens returning from prison to society, will be performed as part of the Vanderbilt Curb Center’s Form of Reform exhibit. Read MoreFeb 3, 2020
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Opening reception for ‘The Form of Reform’ art exhibit at Curb Center is Jan. 17
The Curb Center at Vanderbilt will host an opening reception for its newest installation, "The Form of Reform," which showcases paintings, drawings, sculpture, leather work, jewelry and writings from Tennessee’s death row population. Read MoreJan 10, 2020
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‘The Future of American Orchestra’ is focus of guest lecture at Vanderbilt Jan. 29
Aubrey Bergauer, founding executive director of the San Francisco Conservatory of Music’s Center for Innovative Leadership, will deliver a guest lecture at Vanderbilt on Wednesday, Jan. 29. Read MoreDec 13, 2019
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Leveraging Youth: How to teach old dogs new tricks and vice versa
Beyond cups of coffee, what does an office intern really offer? New Vanderbilt research shows that in youth-centered industries, older generations rely on the trend-savvy interns more than they realize or choose to admit. Read MoreNov 21, 2019
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‘Ambassadors of Autism’ art exhibit opens April 26
“Ambassadors of Autism,” a fine art exhibit designed to raise awareness of autism, those who are on the spectrum and their abilities, and those dealing with autism in various roles, will open at the Curb Center at Vanderbilt on Friday, April 26. An opening reception is scheduled from 5 to 7 p.m. Read MoreApr 22, 2019
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¡BLAIR! Conductors Symposium
A roundtable discussion with music directors from Colombia, Panama, Peru, The Dominican Republic, and Costa Rica about the role of youth music programs in Latin America; recruitment and retention of at-risk youth; strategies for promoting responsibility, leadership, and team work. Read MoreApr 11, 2019
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Reading and conversation: Florence Dore with Nashville Musician Kevin Gordon April 11
Join the Curb Center for reading and conversation with Florence Dore, professor of English at UNC-Chapel Hill and author of Novel Sounds, Southern Fiction in the Age of Rock and Roll. Dore will be joined by Nashville musician, Kevin Gordon, who will also be performing along side his band. Read MoreApr 5, 2019
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REAL Speaker Series: Nicole Robinson,’Dismantling Social Inequities through the Lens of Intersectionality’
This event is presented in partnership by Metro Arts and The Curb Center for Art Enterprise and Public Policy at Vanderbilt. Read MoreApr 4, 2019
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Black Lunch Table’s Wikipedia Edit-a-thon
Learn how to create, update and improve Wikipedia articles pertaining to the lives and works of under-documented artists of color. Read MoreMar 19, 2019
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Writer Ted Chiang coming to campus March 18-19
Renowned writer Ted Chiang will visit campus to offer two talks March 18-19. Read MoreMar 6, 2019
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ArtLab @ Vanderbilt hosts opening reception Jan. 18
Faculty, staff and graduate and undergraduate students will explore the intersection of art and science through a new exhibition that highlights the work of past ArtLab participants and introduces new ArtLab fellows. Read MoreJan 3, 2019
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Diverse voices speak out on the arts at Chancellor’s Town Hall
Expanding trans-institutional collaborations and strengthening support for student research were among ideas voiced at a Chancellor’s Town Hall on the impact of the arts on campus and in society. Read MoreOct 4, 2018
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Leadership expansion announced at Curb Center for Art, Enterprise and Public Policy
Jay Clayton has been reappointed as director of the Curb Center for Art, Enterprise and Public Policy and is joined by new Associate Director Alexandre Frenette. The two will continue to expand the reach and visibility of the Curb Center and its core programs and activities. Read MoreSep 25, 2018
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Vanderbilt Libraries to host ‘Cultural Heritage in the Age of Big Data’ symposium June 1
Vanderbilt University Libraries' annual cultural heritage symposium June 1 will explore the ethical dimensions of digital scholarship. Read MoreMay 3, 2018