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Kennedy Center College Theater Festival

The is a national theater program dedicated to the improvement of collegiate theater in the United States. It is a highly respected College Festival program sponsored through the Kennedy Center in DC. The college segment of the Kennedy Center started in 1969 and has expanded so that there are 9 designated regions, each sponsoring their own festivals in Jan/Feb each year to allow for the greatest attendance and interaction.

Focused on the celebration of diverse and exciting theatre, KCACTF involves students from more than 600 colleges and universities throughout the United States.

Besides workshops and keynote speakers, there are opportunities for student actors, designers, stage managers, etc. to present their work in competition for scholarships and feedback. Students attending have the unique and valuable opportunity of networking with fellow theater students, educators, and professionals in the field.

WVC is in the Bay Area are part of Region 7, and the festival is usually held in mid February.

Steps to Apply

The Kennedy Center College Theater Festival Interest Form contains an acknowledgement of student conduct. Interested students must complete this form: Download the Interest Form.

Dates: February 17-21, 2026
Location: Columbia Basin College – Pasco, WA
Hotel: Red Lion Pasco
The February 2026 Conference will be held at the Red Lion Pasco in Pasco, WA. Students should fly into the Seattle airport. Plan to book your travel before Thanksgiving.
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Past Events

Spring 2024
Kennedy participants from Spring 2024