Fine and Performing Arts
Immerse yourself in a diverse array of artistic experiences through San Juan College’s Fine and Performing Arts.
San Juan College offers a vibrant world of performing arts. Cinematheque, Artists Series, Broadening Horizons Speaker Series and the Chautauqua Series.
Fine and Performing Arts Series
Cinematheque Series
Our Cinematheque Series brings the magic of the cinema to campus with themed seasons of classics and hard-to-find films along with fun and engaging activities like trivia, karaoke, and entertainment relevant to the film.
Artists Series
The SJC Artists Series hosts captivating live performances of theatre, dance, concert, and comedy.
Broadening Horizons
The Broadening Horizons Lecture Series, sponsored by Citizens Bank and selected by SJC Faculty, hosts expert Guest Speakers and offers thought-provoking topics from AI to global issues. This series will expand your view and give you a new perspective of the world.
Fine and Performing Arts Events
Discover the captivating world of fine and performing arts at SJC. Explore our varying events and enrich your cultural experience today!
Art Gallery
The gallery hosts exhibits featuring works from professional and student artists. Exhibits showcase art of various mediums and styles, including paintings, sculptures, photographs, and fashion.
Fine and Performing Arts Venues
Henderson Fine Arts Center
The Henderson Fine Arts Center is the heart of San Juan College’s Fine and Performing Arts Department. The center includes a 750-seat auditorium/theater, instrumental, vocal, and recording studios, and public meeting rooms. It’s also home to the Henderson Fine Arts Center Art Gallery.
Connie Gotsch Theatre
Formerly known as the Little Theatre, the Connie Gotsch Theatre is located in the Central Classroom Complex. The newly renovated 7,770 square-foot theatre includes 314 auditorium seats, a ticket booth, a lobby, dressing rooms, and a special Connie Gotsch display case. The theatre was renamed and remodeled in 2021 thanks to the Connie Gotsch Arts Foundation and the generosity of private donors.
The Connie Gotsch Theatre hosts San Juan College and community events. Because of the foundation's ongoing support through an endowment, nonprofit organizations may receive a rental subsidy that significantly lowers the cost of using the theatre.
Black Box Theatre
Adjacent to the Connie Gotsch Theatre is the Black Box Studio. This small, versatile performance space serves as a blank canvas for creative expression. Mostly used for small classes and experimental productions, the Black Box is a simple room with black walls, a Marley dance floor, lights, and sound. This undefined space can be transformed to suit various theatrical productions and accommodates about 100 people. It doubles as a Green Screen studio and contains a Podcast studio.
Book a Venue
For information about booking a Fine and Performing Arts venue for an event, contact San Juan College Scheduling Services at (505) 566-3296.