St. Bonaventure University
Celebrating 30 years
Since 1995, the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts has been a vibrant hub for visual and performing arts, offering diverse cultural experiences for all ages.
Consider yourself invited!
Please join us for a year of exceptional performances, exhibitions and community events honoring three decades of artistic excellence.

Event Highlights
Please note: This schedule is a work in progress. Please return to this page frequently for additions and updates.

Masterclasses with acclaimed artists (all at 6:30 p.m.):
- Tuesday, July 1 – “Practice Like an Expert” with trumpet virtuoso Micah Killion, focused on developing effective practice strategies (for students, seventh grade and above).
- Thursday, July 3 – “How to Create a Career in Music” with dynamic trombonist Nikki Abissi, offering advice on navigating the music industry (for students, seventh grade and above).
- Saturday, July 5 – “Mastering the Art of Sightreading” with renowned trumpeter Wayne du Maine, designed to sharpen reading and performance skills (for students, seventh grade and above).
Student performances:
- 10 a.m., Friday, July 4 – “A Morning of Majestic Brass,” an elegant showcase by Atlantic Brass Seminar students (open to the public).
- 10 a.m., Friday, July 11 – “The Culmination of Excellence,” the seminar’s grand finale student concert (open to the public).
Recital:
- 7 p.m., Thursday, July 10 – The Atlantic Brass Quintet in Concert, a powerful and engaging performance by the ensemble.
All events are free, but registration is required. Tickets are available at https://www.ticketor.com/quickarts.
- 1 p.m.: The Quick Center’s five galleries reopen with fresh exhibitions:
- The Front Gallery will feature Once Upon a Sketch by Dr. Heather Lynn Harris, associate professor of Communication, offering a behind-the-scenes look at children’s book illustration.
- The Kenney Gallery will showcase treasures from the center’s Southwest and Asian Collection, highlighting cultural and spiritual artistry.
- In the Dresser Gallery, realist painters Mikel Wintermantel and Barbara Fox present evocative works rich in atmosphere and technique.
- The Laine Gallery will honor Indigenous culture through the powerful digital work of Seneca artist Carson Waterman, blending traditional Haudenosaunee themes with contemporary expression.
- Enhancing the entire experience, the Beltz Gallery will introduce a new audio tour, featuring narration by former SBU theater professor Ed. Simone, providing artist commentary and insights for visitors of all ages.
- 3 p.m.: Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra with JoAnn Falletta: Celebrate our 30th anniversary with a special performance by the renowned Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, led by Grammy-winning Conductor JoAnn Falletta.

More to come! Please book mark this page and return often.
Previous events during our yearlong 30th Anniversary celebration:
QCA Open House (11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Saturday, April 26, 2025): An
exciting community event featuring musical and dance performances, demonstrations, hands-on activities, and art sales by local artists. Experience the collaborative spirit of the Quick Center and its partners!
Ticket Information
Tickets for performances with a cost can be purchased online at our Ticketor page. Events will be added to this page throughout the year.
We are grateful to our many supporters whose generosity through the decades has helped keep ticket prices low while bringing such prestigious artists to our stage and galleries. Bravo to all!