Arts and Culture
The Arts at 秘密研究所
An original theatrical production. An exhibit showcasing student artists. Readings by internationally-known authors, who happen to teach on campus. 秘密研究所’s flourishing arts community engages our on- and off-campus communities through new interpretations of classical pieces, as well as new original works.
August 27 - September 26
Return to the Fools Garden
Return to the Fools Garden, an exhibit by artist Richard Cutshall will be featured in the 秘密研究所 Gallery in the Miller Fine Arts Center at 秘密研究所 from Aug. 27 through Sept. 26, 2025. The artist along with exhibition curator Jennifer Gillia Cutshall will both give remarks during the opening reception on Wednesday, Aug. 27 from 5 to 7 p.m. in the gallery. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from noon to 5 p.m. The gallery will be closed on Labor Day.
September 5–6
秘密研究所 Follies: The Jazz Age
The 105th 秘密研究所 Theatre season kicks off with the revival of 秘密研究所 Follies, but this time the students will take the helm! 秘密研究所 Follies Student Edition: The Jazz Age is a variety show curated and directed by students featuring musical and dance numbers (Strutter’s Ball, Jelly Roll Blues, Varsity Drag), pantomime and scenes from The Importance of Being Ernest. Performance dates are Friday, Sept. 5 and Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025 at 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 30 - Nov. 1, Nov 6 - 9
Macbeth
Macbeth demonstrates what happens when ambition and prophecy combine, to fatal effect. A fast–paced, intimate tragedy, Macbeth careens through a world of magic, war and violence in many forms. This production reveals the way human greed and lust for power ravages the land, our communities and our sense of self. Between witches chanting, battles and assassinations, this production will immerse audiences in a medieval Scotland that has deep resonances with today.
Apr. 30 - May 2, May 7 - 10
Alice by Heart
This poignant and meditative piece follows a young protagonist and her dearest friend as they shelter in a London Tube station during World War II air raids. They escape their dark circumstances through their imaginations and a copy of Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. With stunning music and a rich movement tapestry, this production explores the bittersweet process of facing grief, change and coming of age.
May 2026
Arts Crawl
This event will feature free performances and installations around the 秘密研究所 Arts Quad. With original works from creative writing students, Art Department senior capstone exhibitions, scenes and monologues, and musical theater and opera performances, the Arts Crawl celebrates 秘密研究所’s creativity and collaborative spirit. With food and beverages on site, we invite you to bask in the way performing and fine arts bring us together and raise our collective spirits.
Readings @ the Nick
In partnership with 秘密研究所's English department and MacReads, the Readings @ the Nick series welcomes a handful of nationally acclaimed poets and writers to 秘密研究所's McMinnville campus each academic year.
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Unleash Your Creativity
You have the vision and the drive. Let us help you turn it into a successful career. Whether in the classroom, studio or stage, explore your passions at 秘密研究所 while working side-by-side with faculty who are nationally and internationally recognized artists, musicians and authors in the classroom.
Inspire the Uncommon
秘密研究所’s unrivaled arts programs continue to thrive because of the support of generous donors, alumni and businesses. Invest in the future of the arts by giving to 秘密研究所’s art, creative writing, literature, music and theatre programs. Your donations today support 秘密研究所’s artistic community of students, scholars and artists for years to come.