Joliet Junior College Fine Arts Department

09/08/2026

We will hold auditions for Love and Information, directed by Brian Fruits-Esparza, on September 22nd and 23rd. Auditions will take place in the Black Box Theatre (K-1001).

09/08/2026

09/03/2026

Our first art exhibit of the semester will open on Tuesday, September 8th. Join us for an exhibit of artwork by Gary Schirmer and Steven Hudson, entitled, "Confluence."

The Laura A. Sprague Gallery is located in the J building of the JJC campus (J1004). The gallery is open Monday through Friday from 8am to 8pm when the college is open.

Join us for a reception with the artists on Saturday, October at 1pm.

09/02/2026

Congratulations to the cast of The Outsiders.

We appreciate everyone who came to audition.

09/01/2026

The JJC Fine Arts Department is thrilled to present a concert of North Indian Classical Music featuring virtuosi Unmesh Banerjee (tabla) and Vinay Desai (santoor). This collaboration will highlight an engaging interplay between these traditional Indian instruments and a dynamic communication between two expert performers.

Sunday, September 13th, 3pm
JJC Fine Arts Theatre
FREE

This concert would not be possible without generous support from the JJC Foundation and the Illinois Arts Council.

Reserve tickets: www.jjc.edu/fine-arts-events

08/31/2026

New Ableton Electronic Music Ensemble at JJC!

Ableton Live is a digital audio workstation that can control music, lighting, and video. Under the direction of music faculty member Alby Odum, the students will be learning how to compose and program using MIDI, DMX, and Videosync.

08/26/2026

JJC Students, Thursday and Friday are the auditions for The Outsiders, directed by Professor Tammy Perkins. Please go to www.jjc.edu/fine-arts-events for detailed information.

Auditions for The Outsiders (from the book by S.E. Hinton) adapted by Christopher Sergel, directed by Tammy Perkins

Thursday, August 27th from 5pm-7pm and Friday, August 28th from 3pm - 5pm

Mainstage Theatre K-1000

This non-musical stage adaption of S.E Hinton's novel tells the story of Ponyboy, a Greaser who's caught up in urban warfare between the have-it-made rich kids -the Socs- and his tough, underprivileged "greaser" family and friends.

Questions? Email Tammy Perkins at [email protected]

Produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois.

08/14/2026

There is still time to register for Applied Music Lessons. Whether you’re looking to build your skills, explore your musical talents, or simply enjoy the experience of making music, we welcome you to join us. Don’t miss out—register today!

If you have already registered but have not yet confirmed your audition time, please check your email for instructions and confirm your time as soon as possible.

08/12/2026

Auditions for The Outsiders (from the book by S.E. Hinton) adapted by Christopher Sergel, directed by Tammy Perkins

Thursday, August 27th from 5pm-7pm and Friday, August 28th from 3pm - 5pm

Mainstage Theatre K-1000

This non-musical stage adaption of S.E Hinton's novel tells the story of Ponyboy, a Greaser who's caught up in urban warfare between the have-it-made rich kids -the Socs- and his tough, underprivileged "greaser" family and friends.

Questions? Email Tammy Perkins at [email protected]

Produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois.