Access. Excellence. Impact.
From the stage to the classroom, The Majestic Empire Foundation delivers accessible, high-quality arts education that transforms lives—and strengthens communities across San Antonio and South Texas.
We believe that all students—regardless of income, background, or geography—deserve access to the life-changing power of the arts. Our accessible programs are designed to:
Build creativity, confidence, and communication skills
Provide professional-level training in both performance and technical theatre
Connect students with educators, mentors, and real-world opportunities
Support success on stage, in school, and in life
By keeping cost from being a barrier, we are opening doors for students across San Antonio and South Texas to discover their talent, find their voice, and thrive.
transforming lives across south texas
3,000+ students engaged annually
100+ participating schools
500+ scholarship recipients
Serving Bexar County and 8+ surrounding counties
99% college attendance rate among Joci Award recipients
Signature Programs
The Joci Awards
The largest and most comprehensive performing arts scholarship program in the country, awarding over $2.3 million to 500+ students.
Academy for the Arts
Year-round, accessible training in acting, voice, dance, design & technical theatre for grades 6–12. Need-based support and workforce-focused.
Broadway Bridges
Free Broadway tickets, artist workshops, and post-show talkbacks for Title I high school students—expanding access to world-class performances.
Masterclasses & Workshops
One-day intensives with a variety of Broadway and industry professionals. Free or low-cost opportunities offered throughout the region.
participating high schools | past and present
Advanced Learning Academy
Alamo Heights High School
Antonian College Prep High School
Boerne-Champion High School
Brakenridge High School
Bryan High School
Burbank High School
Byron P. Steele High School
Churchill High School
Clark High School
Claudia Taylor “Lady Bird” Johnson High School
Connections Academy
Donna North High School
Douglas MacArthur High School
Earl Warren High School
East Central High School
Edgewood Fine Arts Academy
Edison High School
Harlan High School
Harlandale High School
Harlingen High School South
Harlingen Performing Arts Conservatory
Henry Ford Academy
Henry Ford Alameda School
Hondo
Incarnate Word High School
International School of the Arts
IUniversity Prep
J.B Alexander High School
James Madison High School
John Marshall High School
John Paul Stevens High School
Johnson High School
Judson High School
Kerrville Tivy High School
Keystone School
Lago Vista High School
Lanier High School
Louis D. Brandeis High School
MacArthur High School
Madison High School
McAllen High School
McCallum Fine Arts Academy
McCollum High School
Medina Valley High School
New Braunfels High School
North East School of the Arts
Porter High School
Providence High School
PSJA Early College High School
PSJA Southwest HS
PSJA Tri-City Theatre
Ronald Reagan High School
Roosevelt High School
Rouse High School
Saint Mary’s Hall
Sam Houston State University
San Angelo High School
San Antonio Christian High School
San Marcos High School
Sandra Day O’Connor High School
Seguin High School
Smithson Valley High School
South San High School
Sonia Sotomayor High School
Southwest High School
St. Dominic Savio
Stevens High School
Thomas Jefferson
TMI
Travis Early College H.S.
True North Academy
Vandegrift High School
Wagner High School
Warren High School
William Howard Taft High School
Winston Churchill High School
ZACH Performing Arts Academy
HOW YOU CAN BE PART OF THE STORY
Students & Families
Explore accessible classes, scholarships, creative opportunities and more.
Teachers & Schools
Partner with us to bring your students to shows or schedule in-school workshops.
Supporters & Volunteers
Your generosity powers access. Donate, volunteer, or sponsor a student’s journey.
The Arts Change Lives. So Can You.
Join us in expanding access to the arts.
Whether you're a student, educator, or supporter—you’re helping us build a future where every young person has the chance to shine.