Neumann Jazz Band

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NEUMANN UNIVERSITY JAZZ BAND

Established in 2002, the Neumann University Jazz Band has become a significant and entertaining component of the performing arts scene on campus. Open to all members of the Neumann community, the jazz band explores an expansive of repertoire, from standards of the swing era to contemporary pieces that fuse jazz, pop, and rock styles.

Under the guidance of faculty member Richard Sayers, Ph.D., students assume an active role in the life of the organization by selecting music for performance each semester, and by seeking opportunities for the group to perform off campus as a service to the surrounding community. Additionally, participants can elect to receive academic credit by enrolling in the Jazz Ensemble course.

 



December 4, 2025 @ 7:00 pm
Fall Concert: “Sounds Like Fun”
Richard Sayers, PhD, Director

Jazz, rock, seasonal favorites – all part of the Neumann Jazz Band’s recipe for an end-of-semester musical celebration.

ADMISSION: General $10, Seniors/students $8; FREE for Neumann students with ID and children under 12. Tickets sold at the door.


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Introduction to Theater
June 30, 2025 through July 18, 2025
10:00 am to 3:30 pm

Lunch Provided
(No class July 4th)

Registration: $500

Dedicated to developing various theater skills in a fun-filled atmosphere, the workshop is open to a limited number of students entering K-5th grade.

Showcase Workshop
June 23, 2025 through July 26, 2025
10:00 am to 3:30 pm

Lunch Provided
(No class June 24th, June 26th, July 4th)

Registration: $650

Devoted to developing various theatrical skills, the workshop is open to a limited number of students entering 5th through 9th grades with a culminating theatrical production performed on July 24, 25, & 26, 2025.

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Cabaret Workshop
July 14, 2025 through August 1, 2025
2:00 to 5:00 pm

Registration: $650

Devoted to developing audition techniques, storytelling through song and movement, as well as partnered and pop ground musical performance opportunities. A culminating cabaret performance will be held on August 1, 2025.

THE ARTS GUILD
at Neumann University

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The Arts Guild was established in 1991 to enhance the high level of cultural enrichment presented to the Delaware Valley Community. All programs are held in the Fred P. Meagher Theatre, Bruder Life Center Building unless otherwise stated.

These eight member organizations offer performances and seminars in the Fred P. Meagher Theatre in an atmosphere that provides fine acoustics, architectural excellence, and comfortable seating.


Nicholas DiMarino
Coordinator of Cultural Programming

For the last 21 years, Nicholas DiMarino has served as the Coordinator of Cultural Programming at Neumann University. Before assuming this position, he taught social sciences and performing arts to seventh through twelfth grade students for over thirty years. He is a founding member of the Board of Directors of The Arts Guild at Neumann University. As coordinator, his position affords him the opportunity to coordinate all the performing and visual arts programs at the university. Mr. DiMarino is also the Founder and Executive Director of Center Stage Productions, a not-for-profit community theater ensemble currently part of the TAG at NU. Active in the community, he has been honored by many civic and educational groups for his devotion to teaching and promoting the performing arts. Over his very long career, he has produced and directed musical productions, dramas, and workshops for theater enthusiast of all ages.