Formerly Las Casas

We invest in the past, present, and future of the performing arts by preserving historic theatres and
nurturing young theatre artists

The Joci
Awards

The Single Largest Scholarship Program for the Performing Arts in the United States
WE ARE PROUD TO BE

The Non-Profit Behind the Majestic and Empire Theatres in
San Antonio, TX

Founded in 1988, The Majestic Empire Foundation invests in the past, present, and future of the performing arts not only by preserving the Majestic and Empire Theatres but also nurturing young theater artists thru education and the Joci Awards Scholarship Program.

Welcome to The Majestic Empire Foundation

Looking to the Past
And the Future

Our Mission

Preserving Theatres, Nurturing Talent.

Founded in 1988, The Majestic Empire Foundation invests in the past, present, and future of the performing arts by preserving historic theatres and  cultivating young theater artists thru education and the Joci Awards Scholarship Program.

36
years enriching the arts in SATX
Our Vision

Every Stage, Every Story, Every Heartbeat.

We believe that the performing arts, their creators, and the hallowed halls where they come alive, are pivotal to the vibrancy of South Texas. They inspire transformation, foster culture, and drive community engagement.

JOCI AWARDS

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The Majestic Empire Foundation

222 E. Houston Street, Suite 640
San Antonio, Texas 78205

(210) 223-4343

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Apply for the 2024 Joci Awards

Performer Application Deadline:
Sunday, January 21, 2024 (due by 11:59 pm)

Deadline for Production Assistant and Student Reporter Applications:
Friday, March 15, 2024 (due by 11:59 pm)