Arts Impact
Report
Sep 1, 2019–Aug 31, 2020September 1, 2019–August 31, 2020
To Duke University's creative community,
During times like these, we are reminded of how art can connect, comfort, and challenge us. I saw this power on Zoom as Duke students told incoming first-years about our campus arts culture during orientation. I see it in the eyes of our faculty as they teach music safely outdoors, distanced, and masked. I hope as you review 2019-2020 in the arts, you are energized by this reminder that despite the circumstances, art connects us to our shared humanity.
2019-2020 marked Scott Lindroth's final year as vice provost for the arts—and, as you’ll see, it was a strong finish to his accomplishments! Our key program initiatives, including the American Ballet Theatre multi-year residency, have been reinvented for the online or hybrid experience as we protect our community from COVID-19.
In 2019, an arts planning group convened by Duke University President Vincent E. Price recommended the vice provost for the arts position be made full time to implement and further develop the university’s strategy in the performing and visual arts. In the coming months and years, I intend to transform collaboration and deepen our regional partnerships.
Duke Arts is positioned to be a leader in reimagining and restoring arts and culture. A clear vision is more important now than ever. With your support, our boldest dreams are possible.
With gratitude,
John V. Brown Jr., J.D.
Vice Provost for the Arts
Director of the Jazz Program
Professor of the Practice of Music
Vice Provost for the Arts John Brown. Photo by Jade Wilson.
“During the pandemic, the world—like Duke—has changed. Yet our arts community has never been more resilient—nor more vital. While our venues may now be closed, Duke is responding with new ways to connect artists with audiences. We are looking forward to being able to gather once more to experience art together, in person.”
—Vincent E. Price
President, Duke University
34
Academic Art Programs
Undergraduate & graduate degrees, minors, & certificates
98
Arts Faculty
106
Student Arts Groups
31
Visiting Artists Supported by Duke Arts
(Sep 1, 2019–Aug 31, 2020)
241
Performances in Duke Theaters
(Sep 1, 2019–Mar 10, 2020)
140
Online Arts Events
(Mar 10–Sep 1, 2020)
Duke Chapel carillon also streamed daily
