Theater takes the main stage at SPC

From acting, stage production, costume and set design to house management, the theater arts program at St. Petersburg College empowers students to explore their creativity and hone their stagecraft. Take a course or two, or earn an A.A. in our Theatre Associate in Arts Transfer Plan.

Noteworthy Work

Since its resurgence in 2011, SPC's theater program has drawn rave reviews for its work, including a significant collaboration with American Stage on the production of WIT. Two instructors have been honored with awards and SPC alumnus Russell Andrade recently performed in Sweeney Todd.

Facilities

Our theater facilities range from the 500-seat Clearwater Arts Auditorium to the Palladium Theater in downtown St. Petersburg. The college also has forged strong community ties with American Stage Theater, Jobsite Theater, free Fall Theater and other local companies, giving students access to a variety of theater experiences.

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Fall 2024:

George Orwell's ANIMAL FARM

Adapted for the stage by Tatty Hennessy

Performances:
October 16-19 at 7 p.m.
October 19-20 at 2 p.m.

Tickets available at the door only.
$10.00 suggested donation.
Cash only.

General Seating--first come, first serve.

House opens 30 minutes before each performance.

Location:
Arts Auditorium, SPC Clearwater Campus
2465 Drew Street
Clearwater, 33765

Questions? Please contact Scott Cooper at cooper.scott@spcollege.edu

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INFORMATION FOR George Orwell's ANIMAL FARM
Adapted by Tatty Hennessy

GENERAL INFORMATION

AUDITIONS:

  • Monday, Aug. 19. 5:30-8 p.m.

CALLBACKS:

  • Tuesday, Aug. 20. 5:30-8 p.m.

TECH:

  • Monday, Aug 19. 4-5 p.m.

REHEARSAL AND TECH:

All roles are open to any SPC student.
Questions: cooper.scott@spcollege.edu

You can take theater classes as electives for your Associate in Arts degree or to meet common prerequisites for your chosen four-year major.

Learn more about learning plans for theater:

Explore SPC theater classes

A liberal arts education with courses in theater can serve as the foundation for advanced degrees and professions such as law, medicine and business, as well as teaching, acting, directing and producing.

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By the numbers

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We are offering two $500 scholarships for theater students this term. If students are interested, they should fill out the paperwork found in front of CR 154 and turn it in to Scott Cooper. Actors will be required to audition for both plays if they would like to be considered for the scholarships. Technicians will be able to set up an interview with Scott Cooper to fulfill their requirements for the scholarship.

 I Am 4 Art, U Can B 2 Scholarship

Established by Diane Nelson and friends of the arts to provide assistance to students with demonstrated financial need, a 3.0 GPA and a commitment to complete a degree program in the Fine Arts.

Get details on how to apply for Foundation Scholarships like this or research other Financial Aid Scholarships.