Please note the Box Office will be closed on Sunday, March 31st and will resume normal hours on Wednesday, April 3.

Featured Shows

Little Shop of Horrors
April 25, 2024 - April 26, 2024, 2 Shows - April 27, 2024, 3 Shows - April 28, 2024, 4 Shows - May 01, 2024, 5 Shows - May 03, 2024, 6 Shows - May 04, 2024, 7 Shows - May 04, 2024, 8 Shows - May 05, 2024, 9 Shows - May 10, 2024, 10 Shows - May 11, 2024, 11 Shows - May 11, 2024, 12 Shows - May 12, 2024, 13 Shows
Marian Theatre (Santa Maria, CA)

Mushnik’s flower shop on Skid Row is about to go under, until Seymour, a tragically shy assistant, stumbles upon a new breed of plant with an unusual appetite…

The Clockmaker's Daughter
May 16, 2024 - May 18, 2024, 2 Shows
Severson Theatre (Santa Maria, CA)

In the late 19th century, Spindlewood was home to a Clockmaker. A master of his craft, his work lauded far across the seas.  Distraught after the untimely death…

John Proctor is the Villain
May 17, 2024 - May 18, 2024, 2 Shows
Severson Theatre (Santa Maria, CA)

At a rural high school in Georgia, a group of lively teens are studying “The Crucible” while navigating young love, sex ed, and a few school scandals. Holding…

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The PCPA Conservatory

PCPA Pacific Conservatory supports a unique, fully accredited vocational training program at Allan Hancock College for aspiring actors and theatre technicians.  It is the only training program, with an Equity theatre company with fully integrated community college Career and Technical Education programs, in the country.  PCPA has trained over 10,000 students in a program of practical and experimental training in the fields of acting and technical theater.

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Actor Training

Students at PCPA receive mentorship from professional artists in the studio, in classes, in one-on-one tutorials, and in the context of producing PCPA’s professional Equity productions.

Actor Training

Students at PCPA receive mentorship from professional artists in the studio, in classes, in one-on-one tutorials, and in the context of producing PCPA’s professional Equity productions.

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Technical Training

The training models professional standards and practices through a master/apprentice approach. Students participate through invitation and advance based on demonstrated growth of skills and professionalism.

Technical Training

The training models professional standards and practices through a master/apprentice approach. Students participate through invitation and advance based on demonstrated growth of skills and professionalism.

Technical Theatre Internships

PCPA offers technical theatre internships in multiple areas of theatre. PCPA’s mentor-apprentice approach to training provides unique experiences with theatre professionals both resident and guests. As an intern you will be training directly with professionals in their respective fields.

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We are deeply indebted to the generosity and support of our many patrons, friends, and alumni members.

Your Support Counts

We are deeply indebted to the generosity and support of our many patrons, friends, and alumni members.