Special events, conferences and festivals
In addition to the hundreds of performances featuring students, faculty and guests each year, the School of Music, Dance and Theatre also hosts a selection of annual events, including workshops and performances, festivals and more.
ASU High School Vocal Connection
Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026
Colleagues from the ASU School of Music, Dance and Theatre will engage students in choral rehearsal, choir games, leadership training and other embodied choral experiences that will aid in building momentum and engagement for high school vocal programs.
Separate sessions are planned for teachers
ASU Dance Summit
Friday, Sept. 18, 2026
8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Bulldog Hall, Tempe Campus
Open to dancers 14+ and dance educators
This free event is designed for high school students interested in studying dance in college. Students will participate in a variety of classes and workshops, talk to faculty and students, and register for complimentary tickets for upcoming performances.
Be A Music Major
Ever wonder what it’s like to be a music major? Join us in experiencing a day in the life of an ASU music student.
Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026 | 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Be a Music Major day is free an open to all high school students. Visiting high school students will
Attend and participate in classes
- Interact with music majors
- Visit the Tempe campus
Middle School Honor Experience
Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026
The Middle School Honor Experience will include choir, string orchestra, and band.
Full details will be available in fall 2026.
ASU High School Honor Band Weekend
ASU Wind Bands is excited to announce the first annual ASU High School Honor Band Weekend!
Friday, Jan. 8 - Sunday, Jan. 10, 2027
This inaugural event provides students with the opportunity to receive instruction from ASU faculty and perform on the ASU Gammage stage.
Full details will be available in fall 2026.
Questions? Contact Laura Roosen at [email protected].
ASU Conducting Workshop
Designed for teachers of all levels, including aspiring graduate students. This three-day workshop offers significant podium time with ensembles, personalized instruction from clinicians, and opportunities to connect with everyone in attendance.
Friday, Oct. 16 – Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026
The 2026 workshop features guest clinician Dr. Caroline Beatty (director of Bands and Professor of Music at Texas State University) along with Jason Caslor (director of ASU Bands) and Jamal Duncan (associate director of ASU Bands). The event also included a Q&A, conducting sessions, breakout sessions and more.
Conducting workshop details and registration
Questions? Contact Jamal Duncan at [email protected] .
ASUPROX 2026
ASUPROX is Arizona State University’s flagship music industry conference, a convergence of music, technology, innovation and business designed to bring people closer to what’s next in the industry and their careers.
Formerly known as the Music Industry Career Conference (MICC), ASUPROX has grown into one of the region’s most influential creative arts gatherings.
Hosted by the Popular Music program at ASU’s state-of-the-art facilities in Downtown Phoenix, ASUPROX brings together artists, creative leaders, entrepreneurs, technologists and industry decision-makers to explore how music is created, distributed, experienced and scaled in today’s rapidly evolving landscape.
For information and registration
Sol Motion Community Dance Festivals
Each year, the ASU Dance department welcomes the community to campus to celebrate dance and culture. Registration is FREE and all events are open to the public.
Sol Power 2026: Oct. 23–25
Arizona’s hip-hop and related communities come together for Sol Power. This weekend-long event celebrates hip-hop culture, including DJs, emcees, graffiti artists and dancers. Sol Power is an empowering opportunity to celebrate the culture and creative intelligence within communities of color. This event is free and open to the public. Contact Jorge “House” Magana if you have questions about this event.
Sol Rhythmz 2027: Feb. 6
Sol Rhythmz focuses on the dance traditions of the Senegambia region and the emergence of the dance forms within the diaspora, specifically looking at the Caribbean. Participants will take a journey through dances from West Africa to the Caribbean. This day-long event features workshops, a panel discussion and a social hour with live performances, a DJ and vendor booths. Sol Rhythmz pushes to highlight the dances, the people, the culture and traditions practiced and developed from the involuntary and voluntary migrations and immigrations from West Africa to the Caribbean and the Americas. Contact Shola K. Roberts for more information on this year's event.
Latin Sol 2027: April 2–3
ASU celebrates Latin social dance with Latin Sol. Founded in 2017, the festival is a three-day event composed of workshops, lectures, evening social dancing, dance performances and more. Latin Sol brings artists from out of state, providing varied teaching perspectives and encouraging crossover interactions between multiple dance communities. Hosted by the ASU Salsa Club and designed primarily with the ASU community in mind, Latin Sol also welcomes participation by outside members of the dance community. The event bridges these communities and encourages a unification of all dance lovers. See the full schedule and register online for this free event at latinsolfestival.com.
High School Theatre Experience Day
Experience a day as an ASU Theatre major! Participate in technical theatre, design and acting workshops, take a backstage tour, and learn from student designers, actors and technicians. Plus, you'll have an opportunity to register for complimentary tickets for upcoming productions.
Interested in studying theatre at ASU?
Join us for an afternoon to learn more about the ASU theatre program! This free event is recommended for high school students interested in pursuing theatre in college. Bring a group, bring a friend or come on your own (parents and decision-makers always welcome). Registration is limited, so save your spot early!
Oct. 19, 2026 | 1:30–4 p.m.
Questions? Email [email protected].