• Not your average high school theater program.

    It’s impossible to overstate: The Arcadia High School theatre program contends with professional companies in terms of our world-class quality, programming, and facility.

  • A community of artists.

    Arts education, among other benefits, bolsters creativity, confidence, and collaboration. There’s no better place to explore the interpersonal playground awaiting students beyond school than on our stage.

  • Award-winning productions.

    Our productions have been lauded and enjoyed by thousands. We don’t mean to boast… But our students put on incredibly professional and enjoyable shows time and time again. Join a company of your peers, led by our talented faculty, and take your place in greatness.

  • The world's a stage.

    Academic studies have repeatedly proven the benefits of participation in theatre classes from elementary through high school. Let’s play.

We believe in

providing educational and entertainment value for both its students and audience members alike.

We are committed to excellence both on the stage and behind the scenes.

It is in this commitment that we provide a safe environment for actors to explore characters and their emotional depth, musicians to perfect their skill, and technicians to learn and hone the craft of technical theatre.

 
 

High School
Theater

Our most advanced classes allow for a specialized approach to the stage, and result in impeccable productions.

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Middle School
Theater

Audiences are in for a treat when our middle-schoolers put on one of their impressive, professional, and delightful shows.

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High School Theater Courses

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Middle School Theatre Courses Offered

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Upcoming theater events.

Our students are young professionals and they put on a top-notch show. Join us at an upcoming theatre performance, and be prepared to experience a wonderful story.

 
Featured
The Old Man and The Old Moon-First Avenue Theatre Company
Nov 20
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The Old Man and The Old Moon-First Avenue Theatre Company
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Join the First Avenue Theater Company on November 20 at 7:00 PM for their production of “The Old Man and The Old Moon”.

The Old Man has kept his post as the sole caretaker of the moon for as long as he (or his wife, the Old Woman) can remember. When she is drawn away by a mysterious melody that sparks memories of their shared past, the Old Man must decide between duty (and routine) and love (and adventure). Luckily for audiences everywhere, he chooses the latter, and what follows is an imaginative sea-faring epic, encompassing apocalyptic storms, civil wars, leviathans of the deep, and cantankerous ghosts, as well as the fiercest obstacle of all: change.

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MATILDA JR-First Avenue Theatre Company
Apr 2
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MATILDA JR-First Avenue Theatre Company
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Join the First Avenue Theater Company on April 2, 2025 at 7:00 PM for their production of “MATILDA JR”.

Rebellion is nigh in Matilda JR., a gleefully witty ode to the the anarchy of childhood and the power of imagination! This story of a girl who dreams of a better life and the children she inspires will have audiences rooting for the "revolting children" who are out to teach the grown-ups a lesson.

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Dana Drama Spring Production
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Join Dana Middle School Drama on April 18, 2025 at 7:00 PM for their Spring Production performance!

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Dana Drama Spring Production
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Join Dana Middle School Drama on April 19, 2025 at 12:00 PM for their Spring Production matinee performance!

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Dana Drama Spring Production
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Join Dana Middle School Drama on April 19, 2025 at 7:00 PM for their Spring Production evening performance!

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Story Wizards Performance Night-First Avenue Theatre Company
Apr 24
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Story Wizards Performance Night-First Avenue Theatre Company
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The Story Wizards is a First Avenue Middle School theater group that focuses on devised theatre . Throughout the year, middle school students are creating original theatrical works that they will devise as a group together. The Story Wizards primary work is based on stories written by Arcadia Unified elementary school students. Tonight's show will highlight the fantastically creative work of FATC middle school students AND the original writing done by the Arcadia Unified elementary school students. Join us for an evening of exciting, original work!

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First Avenue Theatre Company Celebration Night
May 22
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First Avenue Theatre Company Celebration Night
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Join the First Avenue Theater Company on May 22, 2025 at 7:00 PM for their First Avenue Theatre Company Celebration Night.

An evening celebrating the First Avenue Theatre Company's 2024/2025 season: featuring awards, performances from FATC students and the Story Wizards, and the announcement of the 2025/2026 FATC Season.

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Get involved.

 

We’ve made our case: arts education is vital to academic success. Whether you’re a prospective student, the parent of a prospective student, or someone who understands the critical space that arts occupies in the broader educational landscape, get in touch. We’re here for you.