Cultural Arts

Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center takes center stage in TJC’s growing Cultural Arts District

Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center is the new centerpiece of our Cultural Arts District. The new center features 16,500 square feet in additional space, including a new stage with an increase of 2,058 square feet in performance space and cutting-edge technology; upgraded Wise Auditorium with new and increased seating, as well as state-of-the-art acoustical treatments and sound system; an enlarged orchestra pit with climatized storage; expanded backstage with resources to build props and scenery; new art gallery that also serves as a recital hall and performance and event space; spacious main lobby with accessible box office, concession and event area; new rehearsal studios, dressing rooms and dance studio/green room; dedicated costume shop, new presidential suite to host community guests; catering kitchen; and administrative offices. The iconic Geese in Flight sculpture has been refurbished and is part of a new infinity water feature included in an outdoor plaza that offers performance space and areas to display sculpture. TJC typically offers more than 150 unique arts-related activities, events and performances each year within the TJC Cultural Arts District. The Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center will build on the College’s legacy in the arts and ensure that TJC can continue to recruit exceptional talent, grow the College’s arts programs and serve a thriving arts culture in East Texas.

The new facility will also nurture talented TJC students and help them realize their dreams of becoming successful artists, like prominent alumni such as stage, screen actress and singer Donna Bullock; movie, tv actor Shea Whigham; Grammy-winning Christian singer-songwriter Chris Tomlin; and, Oscar, Golden Globe and Grammy-winning songwriter Will Jennings. Guests to the new Center will experience dynamic music, theater and dance as the College’s students develop their talents in a high-quality facility serving all of East Texas. TJC is proud to be a part of our community’s vibrant arts and entertainment scene. Located in the heart of our main campus, the TJC Cultural Arts District features a variety of art and science programs across four venues, including: • Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, home to

Wise Auditorium • Jean Browne Theatre, located in Wise Cultural Arts • The Earth and Space Science Center featuring

Hudnall Planetarium • Tyler Museum of Art