Solano College Theatre

Meet Claire Zachanassian.

She is formidable. She is vengeful.

And... she is rich.

Like, RICH rich. Dirty, stinking, filthy rich. Willing to give away a billion dollars rich.

On one condition.

Jailynn Bermudez plays Claire in SCT's production of "The Visit." Jailynn grew up performing in San Francisco, and moved to Fairfield to pursue sports, academics, and of course, theater!

Get tickets to see "The Visit" at bit.ly/SCTTheVisit.

SHOWTIMES:
Friday, November 8 at 7:30 pm
Saturday, November 9 at 7:30 pm
Sunday, November 10 at 2:00 pm

Friday, November 15 at 7:30 pm
Saturday, November 16 at 7:30 pm
Sunday, November 17 at 2:00 pm

Thursday, November 21 at 7:30 pm (pay-what-you-can show)
Friday, November 22 at 7:30 pm (ASL interpreted show)
Saturday, November 23 at 7:30 pm
Sunday, November 24 at 2 pm

STAGE MAKEUP: HALLOWEEN EDITION

We’ve got Poison Ivy, Sally, Alastor, Dr. Phil, Coraline, and so many other amazing makeup looks today!! Check out our TT for closeups of a few of the student’s makeup!

Gargoyle!!! In the theatre! ...thought you ought to know.

“Well! I’ve often seen a cat without a grin,” thought Alice; “but a grin without a cat! It’s the most curious thing I ever saw in all my life!”

to the Cheshire Cat from 2023's "Alice in Wonderland" student-directed production in honor of .

🚂 The Visitors meet The Visited 🚂

"The Visit" is a piercing tragicomedy which details a scorned woman’s journey to justice. In this haunting and blistering play, the wealthy Claire Zachanassian offers financial help to her struggling hometown – in exchange for the life of a man who wronged her years before. Can justice be bought? Let’s find out.

SHOW TIMES:
Friday, November 8 at 7:30 pm
Saturday, November 9 at 7:30 pm
Sunday, November 10 at 2:00 pm

Friday, November 15 at 10:00 am (SMAT - student matinee)
Friday, November 15 at 7:30 pm
Saturday, November 16 at 7:30 pm
Sunday, November 17 at 2:00 pm

Thursday, November 21 at 7:30 pm (pay-what-you-can show)
Friday, November 22 at 7:30 pm (ASL interpreted show)
Saturday, November 23 at 7:30 pm
Sunday, November 24 at 2 pm

bit.ly/SCTTheVisit

Cheers to the freakin' weekend - and our forthcoming millions! 🤑

Rehearsals are chugging right along 🚂 - plan your visit to see "The Visit" at solanocollegetheatre.org

📸 Behind the Scenes 📸

stay tuned for the final results coming soon!!

pictured are: Champ Hemingway, Jae Tolbert, Jailynn Bermudez, and Ara Lachica

SOLANO COLLEGE THEATRE WINS ARTY AWARDS

Fairfield, CA – October 22, 2024 – Solano College Theatre (SCT) won three Arty Awards this weekend for the 2023/2024 theatre season. Christine Mani won in the category “Director for Adult Musicals” for her work on Anything Goes, SCT’s 2024 spring musical, while Liz Andrews won for her Choreography work on the show, and Sheena Beeson won best Supporting Actress for her performance as Moonface Martin.

“Anything Goes was a passion project for me,” said Mani during her acceptance speech. “This show was very special—we had ASL interpreting throughout, and we brought tap back! It was such a pleasure working with Michael Reilly, our musical director, and Liz Andrews, our choreographer. Bringing it all back was wonderful.”

Andrews recognized the dancers who interpreted her choreography. “I owe a huge, huge thank you to the cast–ninety percent of them came in and couldn’t tap… and they left tap dancers. This cast was the hardest working group of people I’ve worked with in a long time, and I’m so proud of them,” said Andrews. “Christine, thank you for taking me on this journey.”

Beeson is the theatre instructor at Armijo High School, which won several awards throughout the evening.

“I don’t often get to be myself, acting on the stage. I’m often doing all the other stuff,” Beeson said. “I love this show, and when Christine Mani was going to be putting it on, oh my God you guys, I jumped at that opportunity! And as Moonface Martin, it couldn’t have been a better fit.”

SCT students performed “All Through the Night” from Anything Goes during a musical interlude, sung by Calem Hough and Ashlynn Kertianis and interpreted by Luna Swarner and Angelito Guevarra.

In addition to SCT’s 18 nominations, several members of the SCC community were also nominated for awards. SCC communications professor Janene Whitesell was nominated for her performance in Twelve Angry Jurors at the Winters Theatre Company, and several SCT community members including Trish Armstrong, Sheena Beeson, Angelito Guevarra, and Sheccid Donatt were nominated for their work across Solano County.

That's what I call beaming! 😁

Just three weeks left until The Visitors arrive in Güllen. Get your tickets today at solanocollegetheatre.org.

When new costumes come to town, it's hard to resist a little fashion show!

What color do YOU think this "rich-widow" robe is?

[Only a few audition slots left!}

The Second Annual Bay Area Shakespeare General Audition is here!

Marin Shakespeare Company, San Francisco Shakespeare Festival, SPARC (formerly Livermore Shakespeare), and Vallejo Shakespeare in the Park have joined forces to give artists the opportunity to be seen by all of us at once. Audition slots fill up fast—don't miss your chance!

Shakespeare General Audition Form (2025) Marin Shakes, San Francisco Shakespeare Festival, SPARC Theater (formerly Livermore Shakes), and Vallejo Shakespeare in the Park are coming together to host the general audition for their 2025 seasons. Please prepare a two-minute Shakespeare monologue for auditions.

NSFW: closeup photos of special effects makeup to mimic gore in pictures 6+7

3 WEEKS (COUNT 'EM, 21 DAYS) UNTIL HALLOWEEN. PEOPLE, THIS IS NOT A DRILL! 🎃

If you need any inspiration for your costume, take a look at our Stage Makeup students' 3D Fantasy makeup. Students applied prosthetics to help bring to life a fantastical character of their own creation.

Our award-winning stars from the Theatre and Speech & Debate departments are joining forces to serve up some serious *sass* in a LIVE debate that’s all about that juicy question: CAN JUSTICE BE BOUGHT?

🍿🤣 Free popcorn, endless laughs, and maybe some plot twists you didn’t see coming!
🗳️ And while you’re at it, check your voter registration—because we all know justice is best served with a side of civic duty!
📣 Come root for the crème de la crème of SCC talent!

🗓️ Mark your calendars: Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024, at 4 p.m.
📍 Solano College Theatre

Brought to you by , , and .solano, with appearances from some of our favorite SCC luminaries (guess who in the comments!)

Don’t miss out— this debate is going to be a showstopper! 🌟

"It’s hard to see things when you are too close. Take a step back and look." - Bob Ross 👨🏻‍🎨

Our stagecraft class is learning scenic painting techniques this week! Our students and staff will build and paint the set for "The Visit" from scratch in just over 3 months. It's an intricate set design with lots of stonework and texture to resemble European architecture.

Luckily, we have a little thing called the 30-Foot Rule. If it looks convincing from 30 feet away, it's good enough for the stage. Thanks, Bob Ross!

Today is World Teachers' Day! Drop an emoji in the comments to share your appreciation for our two favorite theatre teachers.

THANK YOU!! We are so excited to have received 18 Arty nominations for our two amazing shows last season, "A Midsummer Night's Dream: Bottom's Dream" and "Anything Goes".

Drop some congrats in the comments for our talented nominees! 👏 🎭

The 40th Annual Arty Awards Gala will be held October 20 at Journey DownTown. The event is hosted by OnStage Vacaville. Tickets are $15 for students with ID, $20 for nominees, and $27 for GA tickets. https://givebutter.com/arty2024

Take a look… we’re hiring!!!

We're hiring!

We are seeking talented individuals to teach costuming and technical theatre as adjunct instructors on our Fairfield, CA campus.

Apply ASAP to be considered for teaching placements in the spring 2025 semester.

https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/solanocc?keywords=theatre

NOTE: While three positions are listed, we are NOT actively hiring for the Theatre History Emphasis position.

We're hiring!

We are seeking talented individuals to teach costuming and technical theatre as adjunct instructors on our Fairfield, CA campus.

Apply ASAP to be considered for teaching placements in the spring 2025 semester.

https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/solanocc?keywords=theatre

NOTE: While three positions are listed, we are NOT actively hiring for the Theatre History Emphasis position.

"With mirth and laughter (and makeup) let old wrinkles come." - The Merchant of Venice by Shakespeare

Makeup credit to Mackenzie (art/theatre double major), who pulled off a pretty convincing old lady this week in our Stage Makeup class!

The cast list has been sent out! Thank you to all who auditioned for "The Visit."

Don't forget - auditions begin tomorrow! Sign up for your time slot at

Auditions for 'The Visit' Thanks for your interest in auditioning for "The Visit" at Solano College Theatre! Please review the available time slots and click on the button to sign up. Audition Info: Present your best selfArrive early to check inBring water and a snackBe prepared for the director to give you adjustments or as...

Enjoy your long weekend, and in the spirit of Labor Day, take a moment to thank a crew member for helping make the magic! ✨

ID: Photo of cast and crew (and bus!) from SCT's "Priscilla, Queen of the Desert," 2023

We don't always cast a canine, but when we do, the show becomes a fan favorite! Today is National Dog Day, so enjoy these photos of our furry friends on stage!

1: Gianna DiGregorio as Dorothy and Louise "Weezie" Radich as Toto in "The Wizard of Oz," 2011.
2. Marjory Harper as Mrs. Harcourt with pup-pet Cheeky in "Anything Goes," 2023.
3. Sam Schneider as Pippin accompanied by director Christine Mani's pooch Rocky in "Pippin," 2022.
4. Appearing alongside Lola the puppy are the Boone's: McKenna Sennet as Christopher, Robert Holwell as Ed, and Katie Watkins as Judy in "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime," 2018.
5. Brittney Nusbaum as Annie and Shindler as Sandy in "Annie," 2011.

🎭 Make your mark on SCT and help support our students!

Purchase a seat plaque in our theatre and enjoy a permanent place on our campus and in our hearts. Each $200-$300 plaque helps fund scholarships and programs for aspiring young talents, ensuring the future of our beloved theatre.

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who has already purchased a plaque! Your generosity is helping dreams take center stage. 💖

Join our family of supporters and leave a legacy that inspires. Link to purchase: https://foundation.solano.edu/create-a-legacy/