HFC holds auditions for “Freddy, Mabel, & the Pirate King” September 17
HFC Theatre will hold auditions for one of its biggest shows ever: “Freddy, Mabel, & the Pirate King” (an original adaptation of “The Pirates of Penzance”) on Sept. 17. All students are welcome. No acting experience required.
Students, sign up for HFC-24, a night-and-day arts collaboration
HFC-24 is an innovative day-long collaborative arts project that welcomes all HFC students. It celebrates collaboration across disciplines and broad creativity without perfectionism. Don't miss the public reveal on Sept. 13 at 7:30 p.m.
HFC launches inaugural Standardized Patient initiative
HFC's Nursing and Theatre programs have joined forces to launch the Standardized Patient initiative, which uses specifically trained actors to portray patients in simulation scenarios.
From Hawk to Eagle: Music alumna spreads her wings
The Future for Frontliners scholarship allowed Shardai Duckett to take another chance on a college degree. This time, she soared.
Jesse Mattox found a rewarding theatre career through HFC
Alumnus Jesse Mattox returned to HFC for a 2024 production. Mattox, who dropped out of high school, can now boast three college degrees, research, and numerous theatre credits — and he's heading toward more.
Jim Piché earned 3 degrees and a certificate after 30 years of work
After nearly 30 years, Jim Piché earned 3 associate degrees and a certificate from HFC. The Army veteran, teacher, and theatre major has learned a lot from life and school.
Unexpected opportunities turned Courtnee Pruitt’s dreams into a career path
HFC prepared Courtnee Pruitt by pushing her limits through a combination of theatre and technology so she could grow and pursue big dreams.
Henry Ford College presents “Gruesome Playground Injuries” in audience-surround format
HFC's production of "Gruesome Playground Injuries" will be presented “in the round,” where the audience completely surrounds the action. Performances will be the weekends of April 18 and April 25. Purchase your tickets today.
Composer Mikel Hurwitz will keynote HFC Partners Breakfast
Renowned composer Mikel Hurwitz will speak at HFC's annual Partners Breakfast on April 8. School counselors and other partners should register by April 4.
Sydney Lane wins VASTA Acting Award from the Kennedy Center
Henry Ford College was the only 2-year program to have an alumna make it to the acting finals, and the only school to win the VASTA Award.
HFC Theatre presents “Torn Apart, Together,” exploring the theme of love
Just in time for Valentine's Day weekend, "Torn Apart, Together" ties together elements of musicals with the central theme of love.
The Names Project: national AIDS Memorial Quilt panel in Sisson Gallery
From Nov. 8 to Dec. 5, a panel from the AIDS Memorial Quilt will be in the Sisson Art Gallery, coinciding with HFC's "Dear Harvey" production and World AIDS Day.
HFC Theatre presents “Dear Harvey”
HFC Theatre's first major production of the 2024-25 academic year, “Dear Harvey,” will debut Nov. 15 and run through Nov. 23.
Auditions for “Torn Apart, Together” October 7
All HFC and UM-Dearborn students are welcome to audition on Oct. 7 for the brand-new musical theatre production, "Torn Apart, Together."
HFC holds auditions for “Dear Harvey” September 9
All HFC and UM-Dearborn students are welcome to audition for "Dear Harvey" Sept. 9. You do not need to have previous acting experience.
HFC's fine arts programs host 24-hour arts innovation for second year
HFC-24 is an innovative 24-hour collaborative arts project, bringing together all Fine Arts departments. Don't miss the results at a public showing on Sept. 7 at 7:30 p.m.
HFC Theatre concludes year with run of student-directed one-act plays
HFC Theatre ends 2023-24 on a high note in a year filled with innovative and transformative productions.
Two HFC students nominated for prestigious Irene Ryan Excellence in College Acting Scholarship
Zuri Jamal and Sydney Lane are both nominated for the prestigious acting scholarship; Jamal for the second time in two years.
“The Detroit Wall Project” performance debuts April 12-13 at Henry Ford College
What’s this about a wall built to separate Detroit residents along racial lines? It’s part of our history. Alongside HFC students, Dr. John Michael Sefel has created an original play called “The Detroit Wall Project.”
29th Annual President’s Collage Concert is March 20
The President's Collage Concert features a variety of talented HFC musical groups. Tickets are available now.
Kourtney Collins sees Theatre as a crash course in dedication and teamwork
As a student, actor, director, and club president, Kourtney Collins has earned the respect of the HFC Theatre program faculty and staff.
First HFC-24 “way beyond expectations”
More than 40 students from Theatre, Telecommunication, Graphic Design, Studio Arts, and Music worked together on HFC-24, which concluded "way beyond expectations."
“Leo’s Big Day Out” makes its national onstage debut at HFC
"Leo's Big Day Out" is family-friendly fun for audiences of all ages, especially children. This theatre-musical collaboration makes its national onstage debut at HFC Nov. 18-19.
Pizza and a Play with President Kavalhuna
President Kavalhuna invites you to a pizza dinner in the ASCC Atrium, followed by the HFC production of "Leo's Big Day Out." Please register so we will know you are attending. The play is fully suitable for all ages.