Center for the Arts

Annie Hogan Byrd Exterior

The Tusculum University Center for the Arts is a destination of choice for affordable, professional-quality fine arts programming designed to enrich personal lives and inspire civic engagement.

The Center for the Arts houses programs like: Art & Design, Arts Outreach, the Clem Allison Gallery, the Costume Shop, Creative Writing, Young Actors Studios (previously known as GLAWPIGT), Theatre-at-Tusculum, The Tusculum Review, Debate, The Tusculum University Community Band, and Tusculum University Community Chorus.
 
Discover a rich tapestry of cultural experiences at the Tusculum University Center for the Arts, your go-to local destination for artistic immersion. 
From captivating theatre performances and soul-stirring music concerts to thought-provoking art exhibitions and dynamic workshops as well as academic debates and lectures, we offer a diverse range of events to satisfy every artistic palate. Embrace the spirit of civic engagement through our Young Actors Studios program, formerly known as GLAWPIGT, nurturing the talents of the next generation. The Costume Shop extends our community outreach by providing free costumes to schools and organizations.
 
Embark on a journey of artistic expression with our Painting with Masters Art workshops, delve into the mysterious with Edgar Allan Poe and Other Haunted Stories in the Woods at the Doak House, or experience the elegance of our Annual Arts Gala. We are proud of our deep roots and our undying passion for promoting the Arts. Many of our events are free and open to the community, underscoring our commitment to accessibility and fostering a sense of community connection. Join us at the Tusculum University Center for the Arts – where art comes to life for everyone.

 

Rouja Green is Director of the Center for the Arts. In this role, Green is active in fundraising, marketing, communication, teaching, and advocacy.

Prior to moving to Tennessee, Green served as executive manager of the European School of Music and Art in Ranchos Palos Verdes, California, from 2003-2016, overseeing more than 20 instructors and 200 students as well as multiple administrators. She was also an art instructor there, developed the school’s visual arts program and enrolled students in the Ryman Arts Program in Los Angeles. She organized and conducted multiple music concerts and art shows while she was at the school.

Earlier in her career, when she lived in New York, she worked as a mural painter, completing large-scale abstract and figurative paintings and decorative faux finishes. Her diverse experience as a freelance artist includes commission paintings, drawings, murals, illustrations, photography and design.

My vision for Annie Hogan Byrd Fine Arts Center is to be a preeminent cultural center, bursting with events, creativity and excitement,” Green said. “Art has a way of bringing people together and – to quote Pablo Picasso – ‘washing away from the soul the dust of everyday life.’ I’d like to assist with initiating many new events and programs that will present us with opportunities to express our creativity and flourish in various areas of art – performing arts, music, literature, visual arts and more.”

Rouja Green, MFA
Director of the Center for the Arts
Annie Hogan Byrd, Room 121
PO Box 5086
Greeneville, TN 37745
rgreen@tusculum.edu
423.636.7300 ext. 8326
760.605.0015

For over three decades, Tusculum University has been committed to delivering professional-quality entertainment, often free of charge, thanks to modest grants, operational budgets, and generous donations. This year, we’re excited to introduce Donor Levels & Benefits packages, allowing your tax-deductible contributions to support our various programs. Here are the donation levels for the 2023-2024 period:

·       Producer: $25,000+

·       Sponsor: $10,000 to $24,999

·       Impresario: $5,000 to $9,999

·       Benefactor: $2,500 to $4,999

·       Promoter: $1,000 to $2,499

·       Backer: $250 to $999

·       Supporter: $100 to $249

Interested in donating? Contact Dr. Kurtis Miller or Rouja Green, and we will be glad to assist you. You can also contact the Office of Institutional Advancement at 423.636.7303 or donate online by clicking here.
Your support plays a crucial role in continuing our tradition of arts and education excellence. Donations can also be made through Institutional Advancement at Tusculum University or directly via the ticketing page for The Center for the Arts. To make a donation, please visit The Center for the Arts donation page. Your generosity ensures the ongoing success of our programs, enriching lives through the arts and education.
 

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Dr. Kurtis Miller
 Executive Director of the Center for the Arts
kdmiller@tusculum.edu 
423.636.7300 ext. 5783

 

Rouja Green, MFA
 Director of the Center for the Arts
 rgreen@tusculum.edu
423.636.7300 ext. 8326
760.605.0015