American Musical Theatre San Jose Announces New Chair of the Board

Jim Losch proudly accepted the position of Chair of the Board Directors Committee, as American Musical Theatre of San Jose (AMTSJ) entered their 73rd season. The Board of Directors Committee provides governance, strategic direction and financial support to AMTSJ. Jim has also been a member of the Board of Directors Committee.

Hallmark Construction is also excited to announce that that it will be a program sponsor this season for the performance of the Full Monty in September. Last year, Hallmark Construction was a proud sponsor of the Little Shop of Horrors.

AMTSJ is one of the oldest musical theatre companies in America. A not-for profit organization, It’s mission is to create the highest quality of musical theatre that inspires the spirit of our diverse community in Silicon Valley. They have been dazzling audiences with exceptional artistry and innovative approaches to musical theatre since 1934 when a group of community volunteers formed the San Jose Light Opera Association. Their first season opened with The Mikado, and in subsequent decades, stars such as Theodore Bikel, Jane Powell, JoAnne Worley, and many more Broadway-bound local actors brought their talent to our stage.

Today AMTSJ is attended by 150,000 patrons, is supported by over 15,000 season ticket holders, and operates with a $9,800,000 annual budget. In addition to main stage productions, AMTSJ brings the power of live performance to over 13,000 children, families and people with disabilities through 14 acclaimed education and outreach programs.

With a strong commitment to a thriving arts community, AMTSJ is one of the founders of the San Jose Arts Round Table and sits on the Boards of Team San Jose, The San Jose Arts Round Table, First Act, Theatre Preservation Inc and the University of Santa Clara. As the largest producing musical theatre company in Northern California, AMTSJ it has breathed new life into musicals, collaborating with regional theatre partners while nurturing local artists and engaging the community.