Our Mission:
The Quick Center for the Arts (QCA) serves as a vibrant center of creative and educational activity, making accessible hundreds of enriching and enlivening events to Fairfield University and its surrounding communities. In so doing, the QCA is a leader in presenting, producing and partnering arts and education activities that make a positive difference in the lives of students, staff, faculty, and our friends across the region.
About Us:
Located in Fairfield County, Fairfield University's Quick Center for the Arts is a multi-faceted facility that presents a wide variety of high quality performances, lectures, and exhibits. Opened in 1990, the Quick Center serves a large and diverse population, and strives to serve this community as a place to gather for shared enrichment experiences, both artistic and educational. As an entity of Fairfield University, a Jesuit institution, the Quick Center for the Arts shares the Jesuit mission of developing the creative and intellectual potential of its constituents, including members of the Fairfield University community and the residents of greater Fairfield County.
Tickets for Quick Center performances and the Open VISIONS Forum series are on sale. Our Quick Members have been busy with their ticket purchases and now you join them in buying tickets for events before they sell out. The Quick is proud to…
Read More »We are delighted to share the Quick Center for the Arts 2025-26 season as we celebrate 35 years as your destination for arts and culture. This season is bigger and better than ever! We look forward to seeing you often for speakers and performances…
Read More »CELEBRATING 35 YEARS Mark your calendar for a whole new season to celebrate 35 years of the Quick Center! It is hard to believe that we will be wrapping up our 2024-25 season tomorrow with our final The Met: Live in HD screening of the season.…
Read More »Quick Camps & Summer Intensives This summer, let your child dive into an unforgettable experience at the Quick Center’s Summer Intensives, a series of creative camps for grades 3–12 that blend education with imagination. These…
Read More »This summer, let your child dive into an unforgettable experience at the Quick Center’s Summer Intensives, a series of creative camps for grades 3–12 that blend education with imagination. These camps and intensives have something for…
Read More »Help a child have an unforgettable experience this summer. This summer, the Quick is proudly celebrating its 34th season of Missoula Children’s Theatre camps and 11 years of our Summer Camps and Intensives. These renowned programs provide…
Read More »THE POWER OF COMMUNITY What’s next for OVF? It is hard to believe that the 28th season of the Open VISIONS Forum has come to a close. We want to thank you for being a part of an incredible, inspiring series! This year we came together as a…
Read More »SPRING SOIRÉE Join us for a fabulous evening in support of the Quick. On Sunday, April 6, the Quick Center for the Arts is pleased to present the ambassador of the Great American Songbook, Michael Feinstein with his concert, Because of…
Read More »Michael Davis, PhD “Medieval Bones to Today’s Inspiring Spires: The Dedication & Recovery of Notre Dame Cathedral” Annual Department of History Lectureship Wednesday, Feb. 26 | 7:30 p.m. Dolan School of Business Event…
Read More »OVF: Espresso Lucy Ferriss, PhD “Education Is Her Weapon: AFSO’s Mission in Afghanistan” Tuesday, February 18 | 7:30 p.m. Dolan School of Business Event Hall Join Dr. Lucy Ferriss, co-founder and board president of the…
Read More »Coming up in February 2025 Open VISIONS Forum: Espresso Jonathan Santlofer “The Lost Van Gogh: Nazi Looting, Interpol Agents, Art Sleuths on a Mission” Tuesday, February 4 | 7:30 p.m. International bestselling…
Read More »Global Theatre Series 'Sing Sing' Curated by Cheryl Wiesenfeld Join us at the Quick Center for an evening celebrating the transformative power of theater and storytelling. Nominated for a 2025 Golden Globe Award for Best Performance by a Male…
Read More »CAMPUS PROGRAMS Teddy Bears with Love The Student Alumni Association is excited to announce its 26th annual Teddy Bears with Love Drive! This SAA tradition is managed by Fairfield University students who collect teddy bears to be donated to…
Read More »WELCOME Welcome to the Quick’s new Advisory Board members In 2018, the Quick Center for the Arts created an Advisory Board made up of members of the Quick community who believe in our mission and values. This dedicated group of volunteers…
Read More »I am writing you today to encourage you to become a Quick Member for the 2024-25 season. Being a Quick Member is all about enjoying incredible benefits while also being part of an exclusive community that supports broad access to exceptional…
Read More »Discover a world of creativity at Quick Center Summer Intensives. Dive into captivating art forms with crash courses in acting, dancing, and artmaking, guided by talented local artists. Let your kids broaden their horizons and embrace new…
Read More »Fall 2024 Performances coming to the Quick Quick Members – tickets on sale now General Public – tickets on sale July 17 CIRCUS Cirque Kikasse: SANTE! Friday, September 27, 2024 12 p.m. & 1 p.m. Saturday, September 28, 2024 10…
Read More »Offenbach's Les Contes d'Hoffman Saturday, October 5, 2024 | 1 p.m. (live) Benjamin Bernheim embodies the role of the tormented poet in Offenbach's fantastical opera. Joining him, Erin Morley dazzles as Olympia, Pretty Yende brings depth to…
Read More »We are delighted to share one of our most joyful and dynamic seasons yet as we offer you the first look at the 2024-25 Quick Center for the Arts season. What’s coming up this season? - Award-winning musicians take center stage including…
Read More »Discover a world of creativity at Quick Center Summer Intensives. Dive into captivating art forms with crash courses in acting, dancing, and artmaking, guided by talented local artists. Let your kids broaden their horizons and embrace new…
Read More »This summer, the Quick is proudly celebrating its 33rd season of Missoula Children’s Theatre camps and 10 years of our Summer Camp Intensives. These renowned programs provide children with the opportunity to explore the arts and ignite the…
Read More »ARTIST IN RESIDENCE Emily Coates New Project March 1 - 8, 2024 The Quick Center is dedicated to serving as a creative incubator – providing space for artists around the world to focus on the creation of new work, while simultaneously…
Read More »Missoula Children’s Theatre This summer, the Quick celebrates its 33rd season of Missoula Children’s Theatre Camps for grades 1 - 12. This renowned children’s summer theatre program offers six sessions, including updated favorites…
Read More »There are only 12 hours left to give in 2023! Thank you for following us on this journey as we “Pulled Back the Curtain” and explored what makes the Quick a national treasure in our community. Please give today to help us continue to be…
Read More »PULLING BACK THE CURTAIN Going behind-the-scenes to share why your gift matters. The Quick Center for the Arts is a community leader in the arts, a space for education and innovation, and a place to see the most thought-provoking performances…
Read More »Open MINDS Institute Join us for our upcoming Open MINDS Institute courses, combining academic excellence with open-ended lectures and interactive conversations. The courses are presented in collaboration with the Pequot Library. Open MINDS…
Read More »We are excited to announce a new ticketing system that will streamline the purchasing process and make it easier to manage your account. Your new online account will be a one-stop source for purchasing all your tickets, becoming a Quick Member,…
Read More »FEATURING…THE QUICK The Quick and our artists are in the news. Each season, the Quick programs artists from around the world that offer memorable experiences and engaging post-show conversations. This season is no different and…
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