UNCSA Scene magazine

The latest issue of Scene magazine is here. Read on for stories about UNCSA students, alumni, faculty and staff. The new issue includes a look at how UNCSA alumni are pushing the boundaries of choreography, driving innovation at TAIT, fueling the return of the film industry in North Carolina and keeping up with an ever evolving entertainment industry. Explore stories from the current issue below, or view the magazine in its print format.

Recent Scene Stories

The ever-expanding universe of Camille A. Brown

Alumna and choreographer Camille A. Brown's ability to meticulously chart this emotionally resonant journey with rhythm and movement -- one that is in dialogue with generational and cultural touchstones -- makes her work critically successful and popular with audiences.

Homegrown success: student, alumni projects help keep North Carolina in the film business

Known for its picturesque landscapes and multitude of distinct locations, the Tar Heel state has been a thriving hub for the film industry for decades.

Keeping pace: UNCSA alumni on an evolving industry

On a recent afternoon in the heart of the theater district in New York City, a group of UNCSA students, alumni, friends and supporters gathered around the stage at 54 Below, the renowned cabaret venue known as "Broadway's Living Room."

D&P alumni bring never-before-seen entertainment to life with industry giant TAIT

In February, 118.7 million Super Bowl LVII Apple Music Halftime Show viewers were watching both the performance and the work of UNCSA alumni as employees of industry giant TAIT, one of the world's most innovative suppliers of live entertainment experiences and an employer of numerous alumni of D&P at UNCSA.

Soundbite: Joshua Conyers

This fall, Josh Conyers who is a rising-star baritone joins the Eastman School of Music faculty in Rochester, New York, as a full-time assistant professor of voice. But UNCSA has a special place in his story and heart.

B. Afeni McNeely Cobham

B. Afeni McNeely Cobham, known as "Dr. MC," began her tenure this past April as the first associate vice chancellor and vice provost for equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging (EDIB) at UNCSA, bringing decades of higher education experience and a heart for preparing inclusive artists.

Pickle Pairs: Ethan and Ryan Mash

For recent School of Music High School graduates Ethan and Ryan Mash, twins from Durham, North Carolina, playing the horn is just the beginning of their love for the instrument. Over the past several years, they have not only experimented with and developed their skills in repairing and modifying horns but have also designed and created mutes for horn players.

Student Spotlight: Uliana Klimchuk

It was February 2022, and Uliana "Ulia" Klimchuk anxiously awaited a decision from the School of Drama. The Ukrainian native auditioned virtually for the program at the suggestion of a teacher. On Feb. 24, Director of Recruitment Quin Gordon pressed 'send' on an acceptance email that would remain unopened for weeks.

From the world's stages to Winston-Salem, René Barbera's global career is propelled by UNCSA

UNCSA alumnus René Barbera has appeared on the stages of the world's major opera houses and concert halls. He made his Metropolitan Opera debut in 2016, and has been delighting audiences at Teatro alla Scala, Paris Opera, Palau de les Arts, Opéra Royal de Wallonie-Liège, and Dutch National Opera, among many others.

Gregg Mozgala harnesses theater to open dialogue — and authentic opportunities — for actors with disabilities

Art has an unmatched capacity for opening the door to critical conversations. Gregg Mozgala (H.S. Drama '96) has come to rely on that in his work as an actor and artistic director of his own theater company, The Apothetae.

Serial entertainment: shifting paradigms for an evolving industry

Thanks to the advent of online streaming, the audience for serial entertainment has exploded. In 2021, a record 559 shows debuted on screens across the U.S. and Canada. In a reflection of these industry trends, creating work for the small screen is now an important part of the training at the School of Filmmaking.

Student Spotlight: Marina Zurita

It's not easy for Marina Zurita (B.F.A. Drama '22) to pinpoint the moment she fell in love with theater and directing. All she knows is that she's always loved creating, especially with other people.