Finley Theatre & Bartlett Theatre

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Welcome to the Finley Theatre & Bartlett Theatre

Lightning Bolt Theatre: Lightning Strikes Again

Friday, November 22

November 22 | Show starts 7:30 PM

Get ready for an electrifying experience! You are cordially invited to Del Mar Drama's sensational showcase, Lightning Bolt Theatre: Lightning Strikes Again! This captivating production features an array of seven original monologues and scenes about what its like to be a college student in November 2024. All scenes are written, produced, and performed by our talented Del Mar Drama majors.

After an inspiring semester collaborating with the incredible Jaston Williams and Alex Garza—renowned professional actors and playwrights—our students have poured their heart and soul into creating unforgettable characters and stories. Don’t miss this chance to witness the magic of emerging talent!

**Rated R for adult content**

Runtime approximately 45 minutes.Tickets are free. Reserve yours now.

The Finley Theatre and Bartlett Theatre reside on Del Mar College’s Heritage Campus.
Our goal is to encourage appreciation and understanding of the theatrical arts through public performances.

Del Mar College is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre.
The Drama Program is an institutional member of the Texas Educational Theatre Association.

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Finding Us

The Fine Arts building is located off Ayers Street, between Fern St & Tompkins St.

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  • Past Productions

    poster for "Greater Tuna"Greater Tuna
    By Jaston Williams, Ed Howard, and Joe Sears
    Directed by Carl Yowell & Kim Frederick
    Scenery by Craig Brashears
    Costumes & Makeup by Shahrzad Haghjoo
    Lighting by Colin McKeen
    Finley Theatre, Fall 2024

    Sponsored by Garcia & Richmond, AEP Texas, Snyder & Associates, Weaver & Jacobs Constructors, Inc., The Blanco Agency, and Amorette V. Garza-Morales & Manuela Gonzalez

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    posters for Putnam County Spelling Bee25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
    Music & Lyrics by William Finn
    Book by Rachel Sheinkin
    Conceived by Rebecca Feldman
    Directed by Carl Yowell
    Musical Director Peter M. Lopez
    Scenery by Craig Brashears
    Costumes & Makeup by Shahrzad Haghjoo
    Lighting by Colin McKeen
    Finley Theatre, Spring 2024See Production Photos

     

     

    posters for RumorsRumors
    By Neil Simon
    Directed by Carl Yowell
    Scenery by Craig Brashears
    Costumes & Makeup by Shahrzad Haghjoo
    Lighting by Colin McKeen
    Finley Theatre, Fall 2023See Production Photos

     

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    AIRNESS
    By Chelsea Marcantel
    Directed by Derek Rhein
    Scenery by Craig Brashears
    Costumes & Makeup by Shahrzad Haghjoo
    Lighting by Colin McKeen
    Bartlett Theatre, Spring 2023

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    A Midsummer Night's Dream production badge

    A Midsummer Night's Dream
    by William Shakespeare
    Adapted by Diane Timmerman
    Directed by Carl Yowell
    Scenery by Craig Brashears
    Costumes & Makeup by Shahrzad Haghjoo
    Lighting by Colin McKeen
    Finley Theatre, Fall 2022

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     The Dining Room production badgeThe Dining Room
    by A.R. Gurney
    Directed by Miguel Porfirio
    Scenery by Craig Brashears
    Costumes & Makeup by Shahrzad Haghjoo
    Lighting by Colin McKeen
    Bartlett Theatre, Spring 2022

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    Circle Mirror Transformation production badge

    Circle Mirror Transformation
    By Annie Baker
    Directed by Carl Yowell
    Scenery by Craig Brashears
    Costumes & Makeup by Shahrzad Haghjoo
    Lighting by Colin McKeen
    Finley Theatre, Fall 2021

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