News & Press Releases

News & Press Releases

MCCC PRESENTS 'THE THREE MUSKETEERS'

MONROE, Mich. – Adventure, romance, swordplay and laughter collide this spring as Monroe County Community College's Humanities and Social Sciences Division brings The Three Musketeers to life in the La-Z-Boy Center, Meyer Theater from April 9-12. The La-Z-Boy Center is located on MCCC's Main Campus at 1555 S. Raisinville Rd. in Monroe. Adapted by celebrated playwright Ken Ludwig from the classic novel by Alexandre Dumas, The Three Musketeers is a fast-paced, high-spirited retelling of the timeless tale of honor, friendship and daring adventure. Audiences will follow young d’Artagnan as he joins forces with Athos, Porthos and Aramis to defend justice and outwit the scheming Cardinal Richelieu in a swashbuckling theatrical event filled with comedy, intrigue and heart. Featuring a unique collaboration of current and past MCCC students and guest actors, audiences will enjoy spirited performances, thrilling stage combat and vibrant storytelling. The show promises an evening of family-friendly entertainment appropriate for ages 10 and up. Performance dates and times include: Thursday, April 9 at 7 p.m. Friday, April 10 at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 11 at 7 p.m. Sunday, April 12 at 1 p.m. Seating is limited to 200 guests per performance; reservations and donations are strongly encouraged. To reserve seats, please email littletheater@monroeccc.edu with: Your name Number in your party Preferred performance date Contact information A suggested donation of $10 per person is requested at the door to support the college’s Theatre Program and future productions. Director Angie Lai, invites you to, "Join us for an unforgettable journey of bravery, loyalty and camaraderie -- because in the end, it’s all for one and one for all!" Below is the cast and crew: CAST D’Artagnan: Bryan Valencia-Jimenez Athos: Vincent Nolan Porthos: Aden Kuhn Aramis: Tye Downey Cardinal Richelieu: Noah Black King Louis XIII: Alex Schmitt Rochefort: Cody Brown Monsieur de Tréville: Drake Ter Mors The Duke of Buckingham: Gage Blaisdell Sabine: Morgandy Mcguire Milady de Winter: Alex Kuhn Constance Bonacieux: Jessica Newsom Queen Anne: Lily Close D’Artagan’s Father: Alex Schmitt D’Artagnan’s Mother: Bea Wallace Ravanche/Stanley: Ben Rothrock Elise/Septime/Sister: Abby Carr Adele/Shopkeeper/Mother Superior: Leo La Clair Innkeeper: Nick Kuhn Fache: Mike Nowak Abbess: Jadin White Old Woman: Amanda Dominguez Cardinal’s Guard: Gage Blaisdell, Mike Nowak, Logan Vanbuskirk, Ben Rothrock, Cole Phillips Townspeople: Jadin White, Philip Eizak, Zachariah Eizak, Nick Kuhn, Matthew Garlepied, Amanda Dominguez Tavern Dwellers: Lucas Bruning, Philip Eizak, Zachariah Eizak, Jadin White, Leo La Clair, Nick Kuhn Royal Ball Guests: Miranda Dickerson, Matthew Garlepied, Leo La Clair, Abby Carr, Mike Nowak, Ben Rothrock, Jadin White, Philip Eizak King’s Servants: Nick Kuhn, Lucas Bruning, Zachariah Eizak CREW Director: Angie Lai Fight Choreographer: Noah Black Ball Choreographer: Kellie Lajiness Stage Manager: Serra Forrester About Monroe County Community College Founded in 1964, Monroe County Community College is a public, two-year institution supported by tax monies from Monroe County, educational funds from the State of Michigan and student tuition. The college’s mission is to enrich lives in our community by providing opportunity through student-focused, affordable, quality higher education and other learning experiences. The Main Campus is located at 1555 South Raisinville Road, Monroe, Mich., 48161, with easy access to Toledo and Detroit. The Whitman Center is located at 7777 Lewis Ave.,Temperance, Mich., 48182, near the Ohio-Michigan Border. Detailed information about MCCC is available at www.monroeccc.edu. Read Press Release

MCCC TO HOST NURSING PROGRAMS INFORMATION SESSION MARCH 20

MONROE, Mich. – Monroe County Community College’s Health Sciences Division will host a Nursing Information Session on Friday, March 20 at 1 p.m. in Room 105 of the Welch Health Education Building. Read Press Release

MCCC SEEKS NOMINATIONS FOR 2026 ALUMNUS OF YEAR, COLLEGE SUPPORTER OF YEAR 

MONROE, Mich. – Monroe County Community College is seeking nominations for the 2026 MCCC Alumnus of the Year Award and the 2026 College Supporter of the Year Award. Read Press Release

TURNING POINT USA STUDENT CLUB OFFICIALLY RECOGNIZED AT MONROE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE

MONROE, Mich. -- Monroe County Community College President Dr. Kojo A. Quartey announced this morning that a joint appeal committee unanimously decided to recognize Turning Point USA at MCCC as an official student club. Read Press Release

MCCC TO HOST ADULT LEARNER OPEN HOUSE ON MARCH 12

MONROE, Mich. – Monroe County Community College will host an Adult Learner Open House on March 12 for those age 21 and above who are considering college. The event will be held in Founders Hall (Building F) from 5-8 p.m. Read Press Release

MCCC LAUNCHES PATHWAYS TO APPRENTICESHIPS CERTIFICATE BUILT IN PARTNERSHIP WITH REGIONAL AFL CIO SKILLED TRADES COUNCIL

Monroe County Community College has launched a new Pathway to Apprenticeships Certificate Program that was built in partnership with the Monroe/Lenawee AFL CIO Skilled Trades Council, Parmeshwar (Peter) Coomar, dean of Applied Science and Engineering Technology, has announced. Read Press Release

PHOENIX-BASED, MICHIGAN-NATIVE ARTIST CORA J. QUIROZ TO PRESENT, LEAD WORKSHOP AND DISPLAY ARTWORK AT MCCC

Monroe County Community College will host a presentation, workshop/demo and month-long public display by Phoenix-based artist Cora J. Quiroz as part of its Visiting Artist Series. Read Press Release

RESPIRATORY THERAPY PROGRAM SCHEDULES INFO SESSIONS, HOSPITAL TOURS FOR PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS

The Respiratory Therapy Program at Monroe County Community College has scheduled numerous opportunities -- including in-person and online information sessions, as well as hospital tours to see respiratory therapists on the job -- for prospective students to learn more about the growing RT field. Read Press Release

MCCC WINTER ENROLLMENT UP 4.4%

MONROE, Mich. – Monroe County Community College’s credit enrollment is up by 4.4 percent, with 2,577 students attending MCCC this Winter Semester. That is up from 2,463 one year ago. Read Press Release

COLLAGE CONCERT RETURNS TO MCCC'S LA-Z-BOY CENTER AFTER HIATUS OF MORE THAN A DECADE

MONROE, Mich. – Collage is back at Monroe County Community College. After a hiatus more than a decade, the Collage Concert returns to MCCC's La-Z-Boy Center on Sunday, Feb. 22 with 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. shows. Read Press Release

MCCC ANNOUNCES DEAN’S LIST FOR FALL 2025

MONROE, Mich. – Monroe County Community College is pleased to announce the 2025 Fall Semester Dean’s List. To qualify for the Dean’s List, a student must complete 12 or more hours and earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher. Read Press Release

OVER $325,000 IN SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE FROM MONROE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOR 2026-27 ACADEMIC YEAR

Monroe County Community College has announced over $325,000 of scholarship funding available for the 2026-27 academic year. Read Press Release