The John and Joan Mullen Center for the
Performing Arts
Villanova’s Center for the Performing Arts is a hub for performances, creativity, engagement, and exploration for the University’s performing arts community - enriching Villanova’s campus and enhancing educational opportunities across the University.
NOW ON STAGE
Little Women (Non-Musical Version)
By Villanova Student Theater
March 18-22, 2026
7:30pm showtime, 1pm Sunday
Court Theater
Little Women is a 19th-century novel by Louisa May Alcott about the four March sisters—Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy—as they grow from childhood to womanhood during the Civil War while their father is away. The story follows their individual journeys of love, loss and ambition, exploring themes of domesticity, morality and sisterhood.
Step Up or Step Out!!: For the Culture
Presented by: Student Performing Arts
March 27, 2026
7pm showtime
Court Theater
Nova Step Nation is Villanova University's first and only co-ed step team. Founded in 2022, the team focuses on synchronized movement, rhythm-based choreography, and structured formations that highlight precision and unity. Nova Step Nation seeks to promote cultural appreciation of stepping traditions, and positive representation within the campus and surrounding community.
Irish Dance
Presented By: Student Performing Arts
March 29, 2026
2pm showtime
Court Theater
The entirely student-run organization is a close-knit group of dancers who enjoy sharing their long-standing love for Irish dance, music, and culture with the entire Villanovan community.
COMING SOON
A Capella Showcase
Presented By: Student Performing Arts
April 10-12, 2026
7pm Friday and Saturday, 3pm Sunday
Court Theater
Villanova is home to eight A cappella groups who have performed and recorded their music. They participate in collegiate A cappella competitions across the country.
Villanova Gospel Choir
Presented By: Student Performing Arts
April 11, 2026
2pm showtime
Court Theater
The Villanova University Gospel Choir gathers singers of various musical experience, ethnic backgrounds, and ages to celebrate music and spirituality through the rich tradition of Gospel music.
With songs ranging from inspirational spirituals to rocking gospel tunes, the choir strives to share the "Good News" of gospel music with diverse audiences, leaving them joyful, hopeful, and filled with spirit.
Urinetown
Presented By: Villanova Theatre
April 16-26, 2026
8pm showtime, Sunday at 2pm
Topper Theater
In a drought-stricken dystopian city where private toilets are outlawed and the privilege to pee comes with a fee, a corporate tyrant controls the public amenities, squeezing every penny from society's most basic need. But when a humble custodian at Public Facility #9 decides he's held it in long enough, he leads a revolution to free the citizens from paying to pee! A brilliant musical that proves even the most unlikely premise can be flushed with success. It's a privilege to pee—but an even greater privilege to see!
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