Where the Arts are Alive!
Theatre, Music, Dance, and Culture Take Center Stage
The Sandra and Malcolm Berman Family Performing Arts Center anchors the vibrant arts community at Stevenson University. Home to the Theatre and Media Performance program and music and dance ensembles, the Sandra and Malcolm Berman Family Performing Arts Center also serves the Film and Moving Image, Fashion Design, and Graphic Design programs. This dynamic, 38,000 square-foot space welcomes you to explore the arts, develop your own talents, and express yourself.
Throughout the year, the Sandra and Malcolm Family Performing Arts Center hosts a variety of performances and events in its two premier venues— the Herman and Walter Samuelson Foundation Black Box Theatre and the Phyllis Cole Friedman Concert Hall. From mainstage theatrical productions to film premieres, dance recitals, fashion shows, concerts, guest speakers, and unique cultural events, you can engage with the arts both on stage and behind the scenes. These immersive experiences provide direct preparation for careers in the performing arts and related fields.
A Showcase of Modern Performance Technology
Equipped with industry-standard lighting, sound, and production technology, the Sandra and Malcolm Family Performing Arts Center brings the latest in modern stage performance and production technology to Stevenson.
Built Through the Generosity of the Stevenson Community
The Sandra and Malcolm Berman Family Performing Arts Center was made possible through the vision and generosity of the Sandra and Malcolm Berman Charitable Foundation, Phyllis and Louis Friedman, and our many other dedicated supporters. Their contributions reflect a shared commitment to fostering creativity and expanding access to the arts.
Stevenson gratefully acknowledges the individuals and organizations whose support brought this transformative space to life, including:
- The Sandra & Malcolm Berman Charitable Foundation
- The Herman & Walter Samuelson Foundation
- Phyllis & Louis Friedman
- The Beverly K. & Jerome M. Fine Foundation
- Barbara and Tom Bozzuto
- Nick and Mary Mangione
- The Peggy and Yale Gordon Trust
- James and Jacqueline Stradtner
- Alpha Landscaping
- Alex Richard (Rick) Bastinelli
- Scott and Carolynne Dorsey
- Marc Buro and Nicole O’Brien
- Justin and Sarah Towles
- Jack Dunn IV
- The Ford Family
- Harry E. Tsakalos
- PMM Companies
Architectural renderings of the Sandra and Malcolm Berman Family Performing Arts Center
Construction Progress the Sandra and Malcolm Berman Family Performing Arts Center
The Arts are Alive at Stevenson
Arts Alive! brings groundbreaking and creative cultural programming to galleries and venues across campus, including the Sandra and Malcolm Berman Family Performing Arts Center. Dozens of events each year inspire creativity, learning, and discovery and enrich campus life with new ideas and perspectives.
Spaces Designed for Creativity and Collaboration
The Sandra and Malcolm Berman Family Performing Arts Center’s state-of-the art performance, rehearsal, and support spaces include:
- The Herman and Walter Samuelson Foundation Black Box Theatre
- The Phyllis Cole Friedman Concert Hall
- The Beverly K. and Jerome M. Fine Foundation Lobby
- The James and Jacqueline Stradtner Café
- The Bozzuto Family Charitable Trust Box Office
- The Peggy and Yale Gordon Trust Lighting and Audio Control Room
- The Nick and Mary Mangione and Family Marquee
- Luke Edwin Dorsey Music Wing Vestibule
- Alpha Landscaping East Hall
- Ford Family Green Room
- Dunn Theater Director’s Office
- Harry E. Tsakalos ’96 Collaboration Room
- PMM Collaboration Room
- Scene Shop
- Support Spaces
Support the Performing Arts at Stevenson
Stevenson University welcomes philanthropic support for our performing arts programs. Gifts sustain innovative programming, enhance student learning experiences, and ensure that the arts continue to thrive on campus.
To learn how your support can make an impact, please contact Chris Vaughan, Vice President of University Advancement, at cvaughan@stevenson.edu or 443-334-2624.
The Sandra and Malcolm Berman Family Performing Arts Center Dedication Ceremony
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Stevenson University celebrated the opening of the Sandra and Malcolm Berman Family Performing Arts Center with state and local leaders, donors, and members of the Stevenson community. The event concluded with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and inaugural performances by Stevenson students and members of the Maryland Opera.
From Blueprint to Building: Stevenson’s Newest On-Campus Addition
The 38,000-square-foot Sandra and Malcolm Berman Family Performing Arts Center is the capstone addition to Stevenson’s bustling North Campus Academic Hub and represents the university’s strong commitment to the arts.
