The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center

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Closes 8:00 PM
The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center is a professional venue for diverse performances, workshops, and discussions hosted at the University of Maryland. long_description_potoo
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Exhibition Opening Reception for Jubilee: Celebrating 25 Years of The David C. Driskell Center
Sep 25

A yearlong exhibition celebrating the landmark 25th Anniversary of The Driskell Center. Jubilee features more than 70 works from the Center’s historic art collection, highlighting prevalent subjects, aesthetic trends and concerns that Black artists have engaged with from the early 20th Century to the contemporary moment.

Gildenhorn Family Lecture Series: Israel in the American Imagination
Sep 28·7:00 PM

The Gildenhorn Institute for Israel Studies will host Bianna Golodryga, a senior global affairs analyst and fill-in anchor for CNN, for its 2026 Gildenhorn lecture.

Beethoven’s “Eroica:” UMD Symphony Orchestra
Oct 3·8:00 PM

The UMD Symphony Orchestra opens its 2026–27 Season with a revolutionary masterwork that influenced symphonic form for centuries after its debut.

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The venue feels spacious and well-maintained, offering a polished atmosphere for high-profile events. Inside, the seating is comfortable and positioned to provide excellent sightlines for any performance.ambiance_potoo

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Visitors frequently mention the friendly staff and the excellent sightlines from the comfortable seating. The venue is noted for being a spacious and well-maintained space that successfully hosts a variety of events, from comedy shows to musical tributes.reviews_potoo

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8270 Alumni Dr, College Park, MD 20742
Open
 Closes 8:00 PM

About

Formerly known as CSPAC, the venue has undergone a transformation in identity and is now widely known by its updated name, The Clarice. It serves as a central hub for both professional artists and student productions at the university.story_potoo