March 6, 2025 – The youth theater production, “William’s Window,” opens Thursday evening on the Duane Allen Stage in the Ray E. Karrer Theater at Paris Junior College. PJC’s Drama Department is offering the delightful play by Marina Stockdale that’s designed to introduce audiences to the works of William Shakespeare. Performances run from March 6 to March 9, 2025.
“We invite you to join PJC Drama for an engaging theatrical journey through some of Shakespeare’s most beloved works, brought to life by talented performers,” said PJC Drama Faculty William L. Walker. “This production promises to be both educational and entertaining for audiences of all ages.”
“William’s Window” offers a buoyant and accessible introduction to Shakespeare’s timeless tales. The story opens with a group of children at play and leads into scenes from five of Shakespeare’s classics: “Macbeth,” “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” “Romeo and Juliet,” “Henry IV Part 1,” and “The Taming of the Shrew.” Originally developed for fourth-grade students, the production demonstrates that young audiences and performers can engage with and understand Shakespeare’s language and themes.
There are five performances of the play at 7:00 p.m., Thursday through Saturday, March 6-8, and at 2:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, March 8-9.
Tickets may be purchased at the box office prior to each performance. Tickets are $20 general admission, $10 for senior adults (65+), $5 for high school students, and free to those with a current PJC ID. Donate a new, unused toy and get half off general admission.
Attendees are encouraged to take advantage of the toy donation discount, supporting local children in need while enjoying a cultural experience.
For more information, please contact the PJC Drama Department at [email protected].
Note: “William’s Window” is produced by special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing.
Paris Junior College — located in Paris, Texas, about 100 miles northeast of Dallas — has been a part of the Lamar County community since 1924.
Paris Junior College offers Associate in Arts, Associate in Science and Associate in Applied Science degrees, as well as Certificates of Proficiency in technical/workforce fields. The college has expanded its academic curriculum through the years to encourage associate degree and university transfer candidates. Since establishing its first vocational program — jewelry and watchmaking in 1942 — the college has been aggressive in adding technical/workforce programs that will benefit students entering the workforce.
The campus of 54 tree-shaded acres includes 20 major buildings and residence halls and provides students a unique and pleasant environment for learning.
Paris Junior College also operates centers in Sulphur Springs, Texas, and in Greenville, Texas.
Vision
To be the educational provider of choice for the region.
Mission
Paris Junior College is a comprehensive community college serving the region’s educational and training needs while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of our diverse community.
