College of the Arts Departments and Schools

John J. Cali School of Music

School of Communication and Media

Department of Art and Design

Department of Theatre and Dance
We are a state-designated “Center of Excellence in the Arts,” with national accreditation in all arts disciplines.
Peak Performances brings professional artists of uncommon imagination together with audiences of adventuresome spirits to create a deeper connection to the arts.
An initiative dedicated to the preservation, growth and enrichment of the art of film.
Experience works from our permanent collections and rolling contemporary-artist exhibitions and installations.
Congratulations Class of 2022Join us in congratulating our 2022 College of the Arts graduates!Sunday June 5, 2022
‘Black Wall Street’ Art Makes Case for ReparationsPaintings inspire lessons of an overlooked history, conversations on racism and justiceTuesday March 1, 2022
Red Hawks Wow in Spielberg’s ‘West Side Story’Alumni bring on-screen and behind-the-scenes know-how to reimagined Broadway classicTuesday November 30, 2021
Montclair’s Newest Public Art: Reverberations of ReawakeningsThree Montclair State Alumni create a mural in tribute to those lost to COVID-19.Tuesday October 12, 2021