The Communication Arts Department is thrilled to announce the newest addition to our faculty team, Ilknur Ozgur, who will be joining us as a Theatre/Communication Instructor!

Ilknur comes to us with an impressive background in both theatre arts and communication, bringing a wealth of knowledge, passion, and experience to our department.  Click here to learn more.

Ilknur is known for her innovative teaching and directing and is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment.  She is ready to inspire our students and contribute to our vibrant academic community.  We are excited to see the positive impact she will have on our students, faculty, and the broader community.  

Welcome aboard, Ilknur!  We are so glad to have you with us. 

Our Theatre Department expresses our heartfelt gratitude to Mary T. Christel for her incredible work as a volunteer dramaturg for many of our theatre department productions. 

Mary’s ability to delve into the text and provide meaningful context and analysis not only enriches the overall experience of our productions, but also inspires everyone involved – our production teams, our students, and our community members.  Mary’s work fosters a deeper connection to the plays and musicals we produce which allows us all to explore each piece with greater understanding and appreciation.

We are fortunate to have Mary as part of our Harper College Theatre family.  We look forward to the many ways Mary’s contributions will continue to resonate within our department and the community we serve.

Have you seen the photographic images of our productions?  They are nothing short of amazing.  This is the work of our theatre photographer Steve Donisch. 

Our theatre department wishes to express sincere gratitude to Steve for the photographs he takes of our theatre productions.  His talent and eye for detail captures the essence of each performance.  Each photograph tells a story and accurately conveys the moments we strive to create on stage.  His work not only enhances our productions but also preserves these moments for us and our audiences to cherish for years to come.

Thank you, Steve, for your dedication and your artistry.  We look forward to continuing our collaboration for many shows to come.

There’s no applause left in J Theatre.

This summer, as demolition crews raze Building J, they’re taking down more than just brick and concrete – they’re dismantling a stage that helped launch careers, sparked lifelong friendships and turned student dreams into standing ovations. It’s where Jay Leno cracked jokes, Adam West shared stories and Buddy Guy made a memorable entrance.  Click here to read more.