Overview
The College of Performing Arts (CPA) at Rowan University in Glassboro, New Jersey serves as a cultural center for the campus community, the South Jersey region and beyond, by providing a diverse range of classical, contemporary and popular music, dance and theatre programming year-round.
Included in CPA’s more than 75 public performances on campus each year, is the world-renowned Marie Rader Series, as well as faculty-led productions and concerts from the Department of Music and Department of Theatre & Dance.
The Marie Rader Series is a curated performing arts series that uplifts the region’s cultural landscape. Focused on community engagement, artistic integrity and inclusion, this presenting series provides public offerings that reflect the innovation and quality consistent with Rowan University’s overall standards of high achievement and transformation, while providing unprecedented access for youth, families and seniors.
You’ll enjoy world-class performances from inspiring, award-winning artists leading in jazz, classical, Broadway, pop, puppetry, circus, modern dance, tap, hip hop and more!
Free parking is available directly across North Campus Drive from Pfleeger Concert Hall in Lot O-1 on Rowan’s campus, just off of Stadium Drive, next to Wackar Stadium.
Group outings to the Performing Arts at Rowan are a great way to encourage positive shared experiences, boost morale and human connection. Groups of 10 or more should contact the box office via performingarts@rowan.edu to request a special ticket price.
RECENT PROJECTS
Wynton Marsalis, Kristen Chenoweth, Phillipa Soo, Bindlestiff Family Cirkus, Arturo O’Farrill & the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra, Urban Bush Women, Rodrigo y Gabriela, AXIS Dance Company
TICKETS & HOURS
Tickets can be purchased online via go.rowan.edu/tickets or in person in the Pfleeger Concert Hall Lobby. Prices range per performance, and discounts are offered for seniors, youth, Glassboro residents, active and retired military, students and for accessible seating. For box office hours, policies and contact information please visit cpa.rowan.edu/boxoffice.
WOW Moment
Rodrigo y Gabriela’s polyrhythmic strumming had the audience jaw-dropping, Rennie Harris Puremovement dancers were back-flipping and breaking like we’ve never seen before and the youngest audience members learned to juggle at the circus!