Chipola Theatre

09/15/2026

Theatre student learning his lines!

“Our Town” tickets on sale now! Show dates are October 2-3 at 7 pm and Oct 4 at 2 pm. Call the Chipola Box Office at 850-718-2420. Today!

08/26/2026

Congratulations to the Cast of Our Town!

08/20/2026

Limited children roles for ages 10 and up.

🎭 Your stage is waiting!

Chipola Theatre is holding open auditions for its fall production of Thornton Wilder’s beloved classic, Our Town.

📅 August 25
⏰ 6:00–9:00 p.m.
📍 Chipola Center for the Arts

Described as “the greatest American play ever written,” Our Town (🎟️ Performance Dates: October 2–4) presents the small town of Grover’s Corners in three acts: “Daily Life,” “Love and Marriage” and “Death and Eternity.” The play depicts the simple daily lives of the Webb and Gibbs families as their children fall in love, marry, and eventually – in one of the most famous scenes in American theatre – die. ACT Fund members may redeem their tickets beginning Aug. 26. General tickets may be purchased at the CFA Box Office or online at www.chipola.edu/boxoffice beginning September 1.

Whether you’re a familiar face on the Chipola stage or ready to step into the spotlight for the first time, we’d love to see you at auditions!

Come be part of bringing Grover’s Corners to life this fall! 🎭✨

08/17/2026

Three Chipola alumni were recognized for outstanding service to the arts by the Graceville Arts League recently. Caroline King Etheridge and Chandler King were awarded the Bartlow Music Award for outstanding service in music. Evelyn Ward was award the Art Award for outstanding service in art and leadership in the Arts.

08/17/2026

Three Fine Arts directors were honored for years of service to Chipola College today. Angie White was awarded for 15 years, Dr Josh Martin was awarded for 20 years and Evelyn Ward was awarded for 30 years of service. Congratulations team! 🎉

08/01/2026

Camp Shakespeare 2026 - that's a wrap! These kids worked so hard this week and had a great performance of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream on Friday afternoon. We can't wait to do it all again next year!

06/12/2026

CHIPOLA THEATRE ANNOUNCES THE 2026-2027 SEASON!

The Chipola College Theatre Department celebrates America 250 with its 2026-2027 season with an exciting line-up for all ages.

Described as “the greatest American play ever written,” Our Town (October 2-4, 2026) presents the small town of Grover’s Corners in three acts: “Daily Life,” “Love and Marriage” and “Death and Eternity.” The play depicts the simple daily lives of the Webb and Gibbs families as their children fall in love, marry, and eventually – in one of the most famous scenes in American theatre – die.

Celebrate the America heartland in the Oscar and Tony-nominated Footloose: The Musical (February 18-21, 2027). When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. But he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, who is determined to exercise control over the town’s youth. When the reverend’s rebellious daughter sets her sights on Ren, her roughneck boyfriend tries to sabotage Ren’s reputation, with many of the locals eager to believe the worst about the new kid. The heartfelt story that emerges pins a father longing for the son he lost against a young man aching for the father who walked out on him.

A pop culture phenomenon comes to the musical stage in Schoolhouse Rock Live! (May 21-22, 2027) The Emmy Award-winning 1970s Saturday morning cartoon series that taught history, grammar, math and more through clever, tuneful songs Schoolhouse Rock Live! follows Tom, a nerve-wracked school teacher who is nervous about his first day of teaching. He tries to relax by watching TV, when various characters representing facets of his personality emerge from the set and show him how to win his students over with imagination and music, through such songs as "Just a Bill," "Lolly, Lolly, Lolly" and "Conjunction Junction."

06/08/2026

Congratulations to 10 Chipola College Fine Arts Students named to the 2025-2026 Florida State College Activities Association (FSCAA) All-Academic Teams!

Four students were named to the FSCAA All-Academic Theatre Team: Jaden McGhee (Blountstown), Alexis Skipper (Youngstown), Johnathan Waldrop (Chiefland), and Johnyah Waldrop (Chiefland).

Six students were named to the FSCAA All-Academic Music Team: Emma Barker (Marianna), Summer Day (Bristol), Shelby Gardner (Bonifay), Hope Humphries (Bainbridge, GA), Trevor Shelton (Bascom), and Trinity White (Marianna).

In order to qualify for the All-Academic Team a student must meet three criteria. The student must meet the requirements for participation and be an active participant in the music or theatre program. The student must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.30 or higher for the current academic year and must have taken a minimum of eighteen (18) semester hours during the current academic year.

“These students have shown that they can excel academically in addition to their rigorous performance schedule. These students have performed in the Chipola Show Choir, President's Ensemble, Rock and Jazz Band, and Chipola Theatre productions. Congratulations to these talented and dedicated students”, stated Director of Fine and Performing Arts Evelyn Ward.

06/02/2026

Hark! Share this news with fellow lords, ladies, and young players! 🎭

🎭✨ Calling all young performers! ✨🎭

Join us for Camp Shakespeare at Chipola Theatre!

Whether your child dreams of being on stage, loves to tell stories, or simply wants to build confidence and make new friends, Camp Shakespeare is the perfect summer adventure.

📅 July 27–31, 2026
⏰ Monday–Friday | 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
🎭 Performance for family and friends on Friday at 2 p.m.
👧🧒 Ages 8–13

Campers will explore acting, storytelling, creativity, teamwork, and stage performance in a fun and encouraging environment.

💲 $120 for first child
💲 $80 for each additional child

Registration includes:
✔ Instruction
✔ Costume
✔ Daily snack
✔ Camp T-shirt

Spots are limited, so register early!

🔗 Scan the QR code or register online at: https://chipolacollege.ludus.com/show_page.php?show_id=200528124

05/30/2026

- Foundation Scholarships are Available for the 2026–2027 School Year

- Chipola Theatre Presents Successful Production of “A Year with Frog and Toad”

- Summer II: Term C Registration is Now Open

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