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The Next Act for Riney Fine Arts BY ANNA CAREY
Art is more than a catalyst for expression, it has the ability to reflect faith and cultural values, magnify untold stories, and recount history’s narrative. For Friends University, in the swirl of uncertainty, our community relied on Fine Arts performances to instill hope.
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ommissioned choral anthems like “Equality is in the Air We Breathe” by Gwyneth Walker gave voice to the marginalized, the vibrant costumes and dances of the Cinco De Mayo Street Festival offered guests a passport around the world, bold graphic designs featured in Chinatown, New York City blended cultural perspectives in an effort to aid economic recovery, and the musical adaptation of “Little Women” reminded audiences of the strength found in family. With the ability to transcend languages and bridge cultures, these artistic events drew the community together. According to co-chairs Dr. Matthew Schloneger and Dr. Rayvon T.J. Moore, “Art is a vehicle in which we are able
