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Paris Junior College Musical Theatre Program

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Paris Junior College Musical Theatre Program

Musical Theatre at Paris Junior College. We offer the Associate of Science degree with a Musical Theatre concentration

07/16/2025

🎭 **Is the Stage Calling Your Name?** Start Your Theater Journey at Paris Junior College! 🎭

At **PJC Drama**, we don’t just put on plays — we *build futures*. Whether you're dreaming of Broadway lights or behind-the-scenes brilliance, our program gives you **real-world training** in acting, directing, design, tech, and theater management.

✨ *Parents — want your student to pursue their passion and build a stable foundation?*
✨ *Students — want to transfer to a top four-year program or work in regional theater?*

This is where it starts — **with mentorship, creativity, and the tools to make it all happen.**

🎬 **And there’s something new for film lovers!** Want an Appreciation course that’s more than the usual? PJC Drama now offers **Film Appreciation** — a fresh, engaging way to explore storytelling through cinema!

🎥 **Watch the video below to hear from our faculty** about why PJC Drama is the perfect launchpad for a future in the arts.

📍 *Paris Junior College Department of Drama — where talent meets training.*

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05/09/2025

Looking for something new for that Fine Arts credit? Look no further. Film Appreciation arrives Summer 2 at Paris Junior College. Come watch movies and discuss. We will deep dive into the elements that make a great or not so great movie.
ENROLL TODAY!

03/23/2025

Paris Junior College Announces Selected Plays for the 10th Annual Pyro PlayFest

Paris Junior College is proud to announce the lineup for the 10th Annual Pyro PlayFest, a celebration of new theatrical works. Out of an impressive 223 submissions from playwrights across the country, 16 outstanding plays have been selected for full production. These diverse and dynamic shows will be performed on the Duane Allen Stage in the Ray E. Karrer Theater on the PJC main campus from April 22-27, 2025.

The selected plays for this milestone season are:
• Evening Student by Dana Stowell
• Lab Coats by Page Petruka
• A Little White X by E. R. Scott
• Exit, Pursued by a Bear by William L. Walker Montgomerie
• Puppets Dallying by Judy Klass
• Lost Shakespeare - Abbott & Othello by Dan Fiorella
• Teddy Knows Too Much by Matt Hanf
• Much Ado About Nothingness by Lucian Blackwood
• A Dog (and His Two Gentlemen) by Vanessa Knobel
• Over You by Juli Stalter
• Heroes in the Pages by Lucian Blackwood
• Curs’d Be Macbeth by Donna Latham
• Is That You, Kilgore Trout? by Carey Gable
• Tickle That Dragon by Rex McGregor
• The Squatch of Avon by Lucian Blackwood
• Enter Three Murderers by Bradley Nies

Each production will showcase the talents of PJC students and visiting artists, bringing these fresh voices and original stories to life.

We feel incredibly fortunate to have received such a wealth of outstanding submissions this year. The decision-making process was exceptionally difficult for our play reading committee, as the quality of work was truly impressive across the board. To those playwrights whose work was not selected, please know that your voices are valued, and we strongly encourage you to submit again next year.

Please note: The Pyro PlayFest contains mature language, themes, and situations and is not recommended for children under the age of 16.

We encourage audiences to understand that mature content in theater is not something to shy away from; rather, it plays a crucial role in storytelling, challenging perspectives, and fostering conversation. Live theater is not solely about entertainment—it is also a powerful medium to educate, provoke thought, and reflect the complexities of the human experience.

Join us as we celebrate bold new works and the transformative power of live theater!

03/22/2025

Happening Right Now until 7:00 PM at Paris Junior College on the Duane Allen Stage in the Ray E. Karrer Theater. Looking for actors Ages 18-25 for a new film.

09/23/2024

Hello Facebook friends! I am in search for chairs like the ones pictured. I would need them in black. I am looking for about 20 of them, give or take. If you have any and would be willing to lend them to us for our production of Hamlet: A Horatio Story, I would truly appreciate it. Thank you all in advance.

08/29/2024

Tonight is the night! Round 1 of auditions for "Hamlet: A Horatio Story" starting at 6:00 PM at Paris Junior College in the Ray E. Karrer theater. No experience necessary! All are welcome. See you tonight!

08/07/2024

The Drama Department at Paris Junior College is thrilled to announce auditions for an exciting adaptation of William Shakespeare's Hamlet. Whether you're a seasoned performer or a newcomer to the world of the Bard, we welcome you to join us in this new adaptation of drama, intrigue, and timeless storytelling.
Audition Dates:
August 29 - 30
Location:
Paris Junior College, Drama Department – Ray E. Karrer Theater
Time:
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Who Can Audition:
Everyone! No previous experience with Shakespeare is required. We seek individuals with a sense of fun and wonder, ready to explore and bring to life one of the greatest stories ever told.
Audition Requirements:
• Readings from the play.
• Feel free to showcase your unique talents and personality.
• Be ready to participate in a series of fun, improvisational exercises.
• Dress comfortably and be prepared to move.
Roles Available:
All roles in Hamlet are open for casting. We encourage diversity and are open to non-traditional casting.
What to Bring:
• You and perhaps a friend or two or three. The more the Merrier.
• Water and a sense of adventure!
Contact Information:
For more details, please contact the Drama Department at [email protected] or call (903) 782-0488.
Come be part of an unforgettable theatrical experience! We look forward to seeing you at the auditions and discovering the magic you can bring to the stage.
Break a leg!

There is an event page that you can go to for more information on the characters.
https://www.facebook.com/share/RY89atBS4h4RL8JQ/

02/08/2024

EXCITING NEWS EVERYONE!! As of February 1st, we are officially welcoming our awesome community, PJC Faculty and Staff back onto the Duane Allen Stage in the Ray E. Karrer Theatre into our productions to join our amazing students. We look forward to working with the amazing artists Paris, Texas has to offer in our seasons to come. We will post when our auditions are and you are all welcome to join us.

12/10/2023

Would any of my local friends that have that amazing photography talent like to come to our show today at 2:30 and takes some production shots? Normally I would do it, but I am running our lights and sound in the booth. If you would like to come and give us a hand, please DM me. Thanks.

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2400 Clarksville Street
Paris, TX
75460

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 12pm

Website

http://www.parisjc.edu/

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