Moraine Valley’s Academic Theater department is known for showcasing cutting edge theater, produced by award winning faculty and featuring statement students and community members. The theater department produces four performances a year.
The Theater Department at Moraine Valley Community College offers a valuable base from which to launch a theater career in stage, film, television, management, marketing, education, social work, and much more. Learn more about the program.
Tickets
Adult $15, Seniors 55+ $12, Moraine Valley Faculty and Staff $10, Students $10
2022-23
Much Ado About Nothing
By William Shakespeare
Directed by Dr. Craig Rosen
July 20-23, 2023
Thursday-Saturday 7 p.m., Sunday 5 p.m.
Outdoors at the Gateway
FREE ADMISSION
Join us for the 19th season of Shakespeare under the Stars with this beloved comedy about misunderstandings, love, and deception. Join us in what has become one of the most delightful Moraine Valley summer traditions.
2023-24 Season
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical
Book by Joe Tracz
Music and Lyrics by Rob Rokicki
Adapted from the book The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan
Directed by Dr. Craig Rosen
Nov. 3-4 and 10-11, 2023 | 7:30 p.m.
Nov. 5 and 12, 2023 | 3 p.m.
Dorothy Menker Theater
As a son of Poseidon, Percy Jackson has newly discovered powers he can't control, monsters on his trail, and is on a quest to find Zeus' lightning bolt to prevent a war between the Greek gods. Featuring a thrilling original rock score, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical will have fans of all ages cheering.
The American Dream
Written by Edward Albee
Directed by Dr. Craig Rosen
Feb. 23-24 and March 1-2, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.
Feb. 25 and March 3, 2024 | 3 p.m.
John and Angeline Oremus Theater
The American Dream is a comic look at the absurdity of present day America. Three time Pulitzer Prize winner Edward Albee hilariously and maliciously attacks the artificial, superficial, and cruel society the American Scene has become. Written over 60 years ago, The American Dream has become more relevant as time marches on.
My Children! My Africa!
Written by Athol Fugard
Directed by Dr. Craig Rosen
April 26-27 and May 3-4, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.
April 28 and May 5, 2024 | 3 p.m.
John and Angeline Oremus Theater
The great South African playwright confronts the tragedy of apartheid in his native land in this compelling tale about the efforts of a humble and humane black teacher in a segregated township to persuade just one young person that education, not violence, is the answer to South Africa's problems.
King Lear
Written by William Shakespeare
Directed by Dr. Craig Rosen
July 18-20, 2024 | 7 p.m.
July 21, 2024 | 5 p.m.
Outdoors at the Gateway
Free and open to the public. No ticket required.
“Once upon a time there was a King, who asked his three daughters which of them loved him the most…”. This fairy tale beginning devolves into one of the greatest tragedies ever written as King Lear loses his family and friends, with only his faithful Fool by his side. Join us for the 20th annual Shakespeare Under the Stars as we tackle the Bard’s exploration of sanity, power and family.
