MPAC as a Classroom for Bryn Athyn College

The Mitchell Performing Arts Center is a highly valued facility of Bryn Athyn College. Mimi Mitchell, a long-time supporter of the performing arts, donated the building to Bryn Athyn College (and the Academy of the New Church Secondary Schools) so that it might augment studetns' experiences in higher education.

Bryn Athyn College utilizes MPAC for acting classes, lectures, internships, an annual theatrical production, and as a workspace for all aspects of performing arts education. A variety of opportunities are provided in hopes that students will come explore the many aspects of theater and find one that inspires them as individuals. Involvement in theater teaches students important life skills such as time management and teamwork, and also shows them how art can positively impact the lives of an audience. The adrenalin, excitement, and constant inovation that happens in this theater enriches the lives of Bryn Athyn College Students every day.

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    • Theater Department
      Each year Bryn Athyn College students put on a main-stage play or musical. Students are involved as cast and crew members, costume and set designers, and as production assistants.
    • Dance Ensemble
      Dance is a Bryn Athyn tradition, and our ensemble performs several times throughout the year. The program encourages self-expression, cooperation, and development of individual technique.
    • Choral and Instrumental Music
      There are many opportunities throught the year to participate in musical performance with Bryn Athyn College. The College performs regularly at Mitchell Performing Arts Center and uses Bryn Athyn Cathedral for more religious musical performances.
    • Women's A Cappella
      The women's a cappella group at Bryn Athyn College—the Never B Flats—holds open auditions each fall and performs several concerts on campus each year.
    • Theater Arts Internships
      The internship program at Bryn Athyn College often partners with MPAC to offer internships in the theater arts. Past theater arts internships have focused on set design, costuming, production, choreography, and show publicity.