Theatre

The recently renovated Winter Haven Fine Arts facility serves as a hub for the Polk State Theatre Program. The program will again feature a three-show season for the 2026-2027 Academic Year!

The Polk State Theatre Program is led by faculty members with many years of experience in acting, directing, producing and teaching. Under the instruction of these faculty members, Polk State Theatre students each year perform a challenging slate of shows, from classic comedies and musicals to Shakespearean dramas.

Polk State Theatre performs its main-stage productions in the College’s 485-seat Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre. Intimate performances take place in the same space ON STAGE in a “black box” arrangement for about 100 audience members. The program enjoys the support of area theatre professionals, who lend their expertise in lighting, set design and other aspects of production. These partnerships deepen the learning for students and enhance the viewing experiences for audiences.

Polk State Theatre students have gone on to finish their education at many of the state universities and other nationally recognized programs. In addition, many current students and graduates have found work at local entertainment venues and theatres. Because of the program’s knowledgeable faculty, challenging performance schedule and regional reputation for excellence — among educators and theatre professionals alike — Polk State Theatre has seen its students and alumni succeed in achieving their theatre goals.

We are looking forward to what the future holds! Come and join us!