Compass Rose Theater: RENT

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Compass Rose Theater, a critically acclaimed professional theater and educational nonprofit in Annapolis, and Anne Arundel Community College (AACC) are producing the Tony Award-winning musical Rent by Jonathan Larson, Feb. 6 - March 8, 2026.  The unique project reflects Compass Rose’s educational mission and commitment to providing opportunities for students to work alongside professionals, both on stage and behind the scenes.  AACC students were invited to assist with lighting, sound, costuming, ushering, and set building, and an opportunity to experience a professional audition to practice their acting and auditioning skills.  A live 4-piece band will provide the musical backdrop to the award-winning show celebrating its 25th anniversary.  

AACC’s Dean of Liberal Arts, Alicia Morse, says, "We are thrilled to begin 2026 with this new collaboration between AACC’s Theater Department and Compass Rose Theater. This provides an exceptional opportunity for AACC students to gain hands-on experience working alongside professional artists in a full-scale production of Rent. It strengthens our connection with the community by bringing powerful, live theater to local audiences.  Thank you to AACC’s Theater Department Chair, Professor Sean Urbantke, and Executive Director of Compass Rose Theater, Barbara Webber, for bringing this vision to reality.”