The image shows a scene from the musical "Kinky Boots," featuring performers in bright red knee-high boots. The central performer, in a red sequin dress, leads the group in a lively dance. The stage is vibrant, with colorful lighting and costumes, including a Union Jack dress and a suit.

August 29

August 29 is a powerful exploration of Chicano identity, anchored by the legacy of journalist Ruben Salazar. The play blends personal stories with the larger Chicano Movement, offering emotional and relevant reflections on cultural pride, activism, and justice. With strong performances and impactful storytelling, it’s a must-see for anyone who appreciates thought-provoking theater.

Presented in collaboration with the Latino Theater Company at the Los Angeles Theatre Center and their Impact Initiative, this production goes beyond entertainment. The Impact Initiative offers free access to theater for all students across the Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD), empowering them to engage with the arts through performances, master classes, and artist discussions. This partnership creates a vital platform for students to connect with their community and explore social issues through art.

Performance Dates:
October 10-12 & 17-21, 7 PM

Location:
Camino Theater, Los Angeles City College

Written by the Latino Theater Company and directed by Ramiro Segovia, August 29 takes the audience on an emotional journey through one of the most significant social movements in American history. Don’t miss this chance to experience the power of storytelling, the strength of the Chicano community, and the unique benefits of the Latino Theater Company’s Impact Initiative.

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LACC Theater Department / LACC Theatre Academy

The Theatre Academy at Los Angeles City College is one of the most highly respected theater training institutions in the United States. Since its founding in 1929, this professional theater training program has been dedicated to developing the skills, crafts, and attitudes of students to prepare them for careers in professional theater, as well as television, film, and other areas of the entertainment industry.

Professional theater training is offered in three areas or concentrations:

Professional Acting/Advanced Acting 

Professional Costume Design 

Technical Theater Entertainment Technology

All prospective Academy students are required to apply for admission to the Theatre Academy.

Apply to the LACC Theatre Academy

The Theater Department also offers courses for the AA degree and for transfer that can be taken independently of the professional program.

General Theater Studies

 2023 - 2024 Season 

Student Directed One Acts, February 29th - March 2nd at 7pm
Voices Experimental Production: "Shape of Where We Are," exploring Asian artists' history in the US, and "Ma Bell's Escape," supporting individuals through life transitions.
Odyssey Theatre and L.A. City College Theatre Academy present Theatre Movement Bazaar’s new work, inspired by Alice in Wonderland and set in a modern Hollywood studio
The Third Production, supported by the Latino Theater Company: "Queen of Califas," about an untold Latin story set in L.A.
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LACC Acting Program Applicants

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Preview the Acting Program

  • Acting candidates are required to audition and/or interview before being invited to train at the Academy. Those interested in auditioning for the LACC Theatre Academy should fill out the Online Acting Program Application. They will then be contacted by phone with an audition appointment.
  • The LACC Theatre Academy will accept online auditions. In an online Zoom audition, we ask the actors to perform one monologue (2 min) instead of two. Next scheduled audition time: TBA
  • Do you have other questions? See also Theatre Academy FAQ
  • If accepted to the Academy, students must also apply and be accepted to Los Angeles City College.
    Apply to Los Angeles City College

LACC Costume Program Applicants

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Technical Theater Entertainment Technology Applicants

Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival

 

Each April, the Kennedy Center welcomes about 125 outstanding theater students to the KCACTF National Festival. Student awardees in design, performance, directing, playwriting, stage management, dramaturgy, arts leadership, and theatre criticism, are invited from all eight Regions. 

Through master classes, presentations, conversations, and staged readings, students learn from and connect with established theatre artists, as well as their peers from across the country.

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In Spring 2023 LACC's National Costume finalist, Maria Catarina Copelli was awarded 2nd place in a separate competition and workshops. She was flown to Washington DC for the week.

Actress Performing in Melancholia Show

Melancholia was honored with 11 additional ‘National’ awards:

  • Distinguished Production of a Play
  • Distinguished Director of a Play (Jose Luis Valenzuela)
  • Distinguished Performance and Production Ensemble
  • Citizen Artist Award
  • Distinguished Production Design
  • Distinguished Achievement in Stage Management (Melanie Hatzenbuhler, Cristian Venegas, Sophia Marcos-Jeronimo, Emma Baker)
  • Distinguished Sound (John Zalewski)
  • Lighting Design (John A. Garofalo)
  • Costume Design (Maria Catarina Copelli)
  • Distinguished Achievement in Movement Direction
  • Distinguished Performance by an Actor (Valerie Vega, Arnol Zepeda)

Production photos

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 Prefer to mail your application?

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!!Slow connection? Having trouble with the online application? You may also download a printable application and mail it to:

LACC Theatre Academy
Los Angeles City College
855 N. Vermont Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90029

If accepted to the Academy, students must also apply and be accepted to Los Angeles City College.

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But you're not looking for a full-time theatre program?

Maybe you just need a class or two to transfer?
Check Out General Theater Studies.

Curious about past seasons or productions?
SeeTheater Performance Archives

Useful Links
College Catalog

Schedule of Classes

Mission Statement

The LACC Theater Arts Department and Theatre Academy foster student learning in creative exploration through robust conservatory training in the fields of acting, costuming, and technical theater.

 LACC THEATER DEPARTMENT

Theater Department Office

Theater Arts Building 208

To leave a message:
Phone: (323) 953-4000 ext. 2970
Email: lacc-@email

Visitors and playgoers: Please visit LACCD Check-In before arriving

 

 

 

 

 

Theater Department Box Office:
To leave a message:
Phone: (323) 953-4000 ext. 2990
Email: @email

Acting Program:
Costume Design Program:
Eddie Bledsoe
Email: @email

Department Chair:
Eddie Bledsoe
@email

Technical Theater Entertainment Technology Program:
Johnny Garofalo
Email: @email