Fondly known as the Quick, Fairfield University's Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts is a dynamic and inclusive visual and performing arts center that spotlights artistic expression and is a catalyst for community transformation. The arts have always inspired critical thinking, challenged traditional ways of thinking and can revolutionize our worldview. The Quick Center is a true asset in our own backyard.
For over 33 years, The Quick has offered first-rate artistry and speakers in Fairfield County, welcoming more than 40,000 community members and Fairfield University students, faculty, and staff through its doors annually. Each season, the Quick introduces a variety of programming, including contemporary dance, theatre, circus, jazz, classical, chamber, and global music artists. In addition, the Quick presents the Open VISIONS Forum series and its companion, OVF: Espresso series, putting acclaimed authors, journalists, artists, scientists, and politicians at center stage to share their expertise on current events in a town hall setting. The center also has a Membership program that encourages patrons to engage more deeply with programming through behind-the-scenes access, meet & greets with artists and speakers, special ticket pricing, and educational programs.
Another program is the notable partnership between The Quick Center for the Arts at Fairfield University and the Bridgeport Public Schools Department of Performing and Visual Arts called Art for All. Here, students of all ages, from Kindergarten through High School, throughout Fairfield County, can benefit from arts education beyond the classroom. The importance of arts education and its impact on students' holistic well-being, from academics to social and emotional health, is widely known. Arts for All provides free access to professional artists where students can participate in classes, workshops, conversations, internships, and mentorship programs, typically unavailable to them.
The Quick Center has a profound impact on our surrounding community, transcending the boundaries of mere entertainment to become a cornerstone of social and cultural development. The lineup this Fall continues that ethos. The productions are both exciting and compelling. These performances and events not only serve as a platform for artistic expression and talent, but they bring together the center's patrons -enriching our town.
NOVEMBER EVENTS
Gregory Maqoma
Broken Chord
Wednesday, November 1, 2023 | 8 p.m.
Broken Chord moves between concert, dance, and performance presenting a unique work about past and present issues concerning borders, migration, and identity. The performance will feature South Africa’s leading choreographer, Gregory Maqoma, joined by the Connecticut Chamber Choir as special guest.
The Katherine and Howard Aibel Memorial Concert
presented with the Lundberg Family Foundation
Young Concert Artists on Tour
Friday, November 3, 2023 | 8 p.m.
YCA offers leaders of the future: stars who combine world-class talent with creative vision to bring new reach and relevance to the art form including Chinese violinist Lun Li, Danish cellist Jonathan Swensen, Spanish/Dutch pianist Albert Cano Smit, American tenor Daniel McGrew, and American bass-baritone Joseph Parrish.
Ranky Tanky with very special guest, Lisa Fischer
Friday, November 10, 2023 | 8 p.m.
Grammy Award-winners Ranky Tanky and Lisa Fischer unite for a special evening that will make you move and groove to their infectious sounds. Both artists bring soul, gospel, jazz, and Americana together with renowned expertise.
U.S. Premiere
Michael Keegan-Dolan
Teaċ Daṁsa
MáM
Friday, November 17, 2023 | 8 p.m.
Saturday, November 18, 2023 | 8 p.m.
Bringing together the virtuosic, Irish traditional concertina player Cormac Begley with 12 international dancers from his Teaċ Daṁsa company, Ireland’s acclaimed choreographer, Michael Keegan-Dolan, presents the U.S. Premiere of MáM, a piece that will have you thinking you’re in a village in the depths of Ireland.
Quick Center for the Arts
1073 Benson Rd
Fairfield, CT
quickcenter.fairfield.edu @fairfieldquick
