Mt San Jacinto College

Mount San Jacinto College (MSJC) offers a vibrant and well-rounded theatre program designed to nurture creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking. The program provides students with a solid foundation in both the artistic and technical aspects of theatre, combining academic study with extensive hands-on experience. Students can explore acting, directing, stagecraft, theatre history, and dramatic literature while gaining the skills necessary for performance, production, or transfer to a four-year institution.

MSJC’s Associate in Arts in Theatre Arts for Transfer (AA-T) degree aligns with California’s transfer model curriculum, making it easy for students to continue their theatre education at California State Universities. The curriculum emphasizes both theory and practice, allowing students to grow as performers, technicians, and scholars. Courses are taught by experienced faculty who are active in the professional theatre community and committed to student development.

A key component of the program is the college’s active production season, which includes a range of performances from classical plays to contemporary works and original student-created productions. These productions provide students with opportunities to perform, design, direct, and manage all aspects of theatre, building a strong portfolio and real-world experience.

MSJC’s theatre facilities support student learning with well-equipped performance spaces, including a main stage theatre and a black box venue. These spaces allow for experimentation and creativity in a supportive environment that reflects professional standards. Technical students can gain experience in lighting, sound, scenic design, and costuming, while actors and directors hone their craft through rehearsal and performance.

The theatre program at Mt. San Jacinto College fosters artistic growth, personal expression, and community engagement. Whether students are preparing for a career in the arts or seeking to build transferable skills in communication and teamwork, the program offers a comprehensive and enriching pathway into the world of theatre.