Palmetto Center for the Arts
Fine & Performing Arts at Vista
3535 North Ellison (Wiseman @ Hwy 151)
Palmetto Center for the Arts is home to a 400-seat proscenium theatre shared jointly by Drama, Dance, and Music programs. Throughout the Center are exhibition spaces where a multitude of visual works are displayed, including an indoor-outdoor sculpture garden. The Black Box Theatre supports theatre classes, labs and productions. This space can accommodate up to 100 seats, and is fully equipped wit
06/15/2026
Drama at Vista enrolling now for Stagecraft I class. This course is a hands-on approach with a focus on the elements of design and technology for theater.
July 13 - August 14 from Noon to 2pm
DRAM 1330-001 (22646)
For inquiries contact instructor
Gustavo Villa at [email protected]
Monologue work outside Palmetto Center for the Arts from the NVC Summer Theatre Workshop, a free intensive experience for college and high school students.
Showcase performance is on Thursday, June 4 at 5pm in the Palmetto Theatre.
05/20/2026
The curtains are rising on an exciting new season of drama at Northwest Vista College
Our 2026-27 season includes:
Scapino!
Anna in the Tropics
Young Frankenstein and
Clue
Our upcoming season, "Unmasking Human Nature," celebrates the power of storytelling, bringing to life a dynamic mix of productions that will challenge our students, engage our audiences, and showcase the incredible talent within our department. Each show has been carefully selected to inspire, entertain, and connect with our NVC community.
We invite families, friends, and community members to support our students and experience the magic of live theater. Mark your calendars and join us as we celebrate another extraordinary year of performance.
For information regarding auditions or ticketing, please contact Jose DeHoyos, [email protected]
05/15/2026
Congratulations to Tony Estrada Jr. and Emma Brogan, recipients of the Jack Stone Endowed Music Scholarship through the Fine & Performing Arts Department at Vista.
Emma shared that music “has gotten me through both the best and worst times of my life,” inspiring her goal of becoming a music educator for future generations.
For Tony, music has been “everything” throughout his life and continues to drive his pursuit of music education and community through performance.
The Jack Stone Endowed Music Scholarship, managed by Friends of the Arts at Vista, supports students as they continue their studies and creative growth.
Today is the last day to apply for Fine & Performing Arts scholarships.
https://www.alamo.edu/foundation/scholarships/
Support Fine & Performing Arts at VISTA:
alamo.edu/NVC/friends
05/09/2026
Dance@Vista is tonight! Our dancers take the Palmetto stage at 7pm.
Dance@Vista Sneak Peek: featuring guest choreographer Juan Pablo Roblesgil with Mark Gurrola on piano.
Saturday, May 9 at 7pm
Palmetto Theatre
GA-$5 / Student -$2
Reception sponsored by Friends of the Arts at Vista.
Missed the Vista Jazz Ensemble performance? Swing through the Palmetto Patio for one last jam session of the semester.
12:30pm today!
Joseph Rodriguez featured here from the NVC Jazz combo class directed by Dr. Aaron Prado.
05/06/2026
Happening now!
LOH Amphitheatre at 12:45pm.
Sing Out: From Praise to Promise returns for an encore performance! Take a break and join the NVC Concert Choir outside for a moment of shared voice, connection, and hope.
05/05/2026
This Saturday is Dance@Vista - May 9 at 7pm
An evening of contemporary dance featuring original student work and guest artist choreographer Juan Pablo.
Reception to follow performance is sponsored by Friends of the Arts at Vista.
GA-$5 / Student-$2
Palmetto Theatre
Directed by Brittany Lopez
05/04/2026
A first look: Vista’s first student-designed ceramic mural is in the works, coordinated by art faculty Diana Kersey.
Stay tuned as the installation comes together at Palmetto Center for the Arts.