Since its founding in 2002, the Neumann University Jazz Band has grown into a dynamic cornerstone of the campus performing arts community, uniting students, faculty, and staff through the shared language of music.
The Jazz Band has become a significant and entertaining component of the performing arts scene on campus. With a repertoire that spans the swing-era standards to contemporary works blending jazz, pop, and rock, the ensemble offers both artistic breadth and creativity.
Under the guidance of faculty member Richard Sayers, Ph.D., students take a meaningful and active role in the life of the organization – selecting music performances each semester, shaping performances, and pursuing off-campus engagements that position the band as ambassadors for Neumann in the broader community.
Through this combination of musical excellence, leadership development, and service, along with the option to earn academic credit, the Jazz Band delivers a high-impact, experiential learning environment that strengthens them as musicians, collaborators, and enhances the campus culture.
Thursday, April 30 7:00 p.m. Concert: “Spring Forward” Richard Sayers, PhD, Musical Director
Add a little light to your evening by relaxing for an hour or so with the NU Jazz Band and their smile-inducing variety of popular musical styles. ADMISSION: Tickets sold at the door. Information: 610-558-5626
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.
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
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 seven 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.
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