Performing Arts Center
2T - Clarke Theater
The Performing Arts Center, completed in 1996, is the home of Mt. SAC's award-winning choral ensembles, music ensembles, and dance and theater programs. The complex includes the 440-seat Clarke Theater, the 250-seat Feddersen Recital Hall, Theater's black box, and the dance studio.
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Sophia B. Clarke
Sophia Clarke started her association with Mt. San Antonio College when the College first opened its doors in 1947. She, along with her popcorn wagon, became a virtual fixture at every game and event held on campus. She continued to operate the concession stand for over 30 years and remains a spirited fan of the College through her entire life.
Feddersen Recital Hall
This 273-seat auditorium boasts an outstanding acoustic design. Complimented by a majestic wood backdrop and stage, the Recital Hall is both intimate and functional. Patrons enjoy excellent views from every angle.
Band Room
Completed in 2007, the $3.5M Music Building expansion project created a new band room, new practice rooms of various sizes, and additional faculty offices. The band room is a beautiful space, capable of supporting recitals and events, with wonderful acoustic properties that complement our performing ensembles.
Dr. William H. Feddersen
College President 1991-2002 Dr. William H. Feddersen spearheaded the construction of the college’s first new buildings in 25 years, the Student Services Center and the Performing Arts Center complex, and the complete renovation of the Library building into a Learning Technology Center. He is credited with passage of a $221-million bond measure, the first college bond issue to pass since 1946, providing funding for 17 major campus renovation and construction projects. This followed the development of a new Vision, Values, and Mission Statement, and a new Long Range Educational and Facilities Master Plan. Many new programs and services were initiated under his leadership, including the college’s first Honors program and Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Physicians Assistant Program, Paralegal Program, Service Learning, and others.
During his tenure, state, national, and international championships were won by the college’s choral music program, speech/debate team, aviation flying team, the Honors program, staff development program, and many athletic programs, including the college’s first national football championship. These achievements were accomplished despite a continuing budget challenge. 1991-95 were the worst fiscal years in the history of California Community Colleges. Continuous quality improvement processes were initiated in teaching, student services, and administration. Dr. Feddersen served as President of the Community College CEO Board, as an officer of the Association of California Community College Administrators, and on the Community College League of California Board. He helped create and taught at the California Community College CEO Academy.