In an era when small town cultural venues are disappearing, the JPAC stands as proof that quality entertainment doesn't require big-city infrastructure; just vision, dedication, a lot of elbow grease, and the kind of community support that turns a college theater into a regional treasure. 

"You have to have strong hands to do this," Mike recalls his mentor telling him decades ago, gripping his apprentice's palms to test their fortitude. "And you have to have a made-up mind. I have both.” he responded, and he does.