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We are excited to begin the academic year with new programs, and renewed energy to make Lehman’s performing arts programs a destination for student creativity.

Our undergraduate programs put students in the spotlight. Whether you are a musician, dancer, or actor, we have performance opportunities for you from choral singing, jazz bands, urban and improvisational dance, to contemporary drama. And you don’t have to be a major to perform with us! Our programs prepare the next generation of teachers, composers, playwrights, directors, and arts managers. Our multimedia programs engage the latest in digital audio and video technology with access to one of the finest recording studios in New York City. Courses in Entrepreneurship, Performing Arts Management, Music Therapy, Stagecraft, along with Professional Internships and Practicum provide professional experience and insight to start your career in the performing arts.

                         

Our Performances

When Harlem Was in Vogue-An Appreciation of African American Composers for Black History Month
Lehman College, Community Chorus, Symphony Orchestra - Winter Concert 2024
Daniel In The Lions Den
Reina Hondo Senior Recital

Upcoming Events

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December 10, 2025

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

CONCERT - Student Voice Recital

Voice students of Osceola Davis perform works they have been studying in the Fall 2025 term.

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December 14, 2025

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Holiday Spectacular!

A festive mix of holiday selections and wind-band classics, including perennial holiday favorites Christmas Festival and Sleigh Ride, a medley of traditional tunes in Hanukah Festival Overture, the lively Dreidel Dance, and by popular demand, Minor Alterations, a playful game of musical hide-and-seek. Rounding out the program will be two movements from British composer Philip Sparke’s Sinfonietta No. 4, a vibrant work offering a modern salute to grand band masters of the past.

Afro Caribbean Celebration

December 16, 2025

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

CONCERT - Lehman Percussion Ensemble "An Afro-Caribbean Celebration"

Join us for an exploration of vibrant works drawn from both the classical tradition and folkloric styles from across the Afro-Caribbean world, brought to life through a rich array of percussion instruments. Alongside select classical pieces, the ensemble will perform music rooted in the traditions of son, cha-cha-chá, rumba, bomba, and plena.