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Triple Threat Theatre Foundation is boosting the performing arts in Milpitas & beyond

This article is sponsored by Milpitas Charity Bingo. 

Milpitas is not a city that is known for its performing arts community, but that community does exist, and local nonprofit the Triple Threat Theatre Foundation (TTTF) is here to help make it so…

The Milpitas Beat communicated with TTTF’s Treasurer Jackie Romero to learn more. “At the Triple Threat Theatre Foundation,” Romero shared, “we believe in the power of performing arts to bring people together, spark creativity, and change lives…Our nonprofit is dedicated to making theater accessible to everyone, especially those who might not otherwise have the chance to experience its magic.”

TTTF’s bylaws state their mission in formal terms: “Enhance the quality of life in the State of California by supporting quality theater experiences. The TTT Foundation will fundraise for performing arts programs that provide opportunities for underprivileged youth and community members who would not otherwise have access. The funds will also benefit local community theater programs that lack funding or need financial assistance. Additionally, these funds will be used to sponsor special events involving public performances of the performing arts, including singing, acting, and dancing, as well as to help provide rehearsal facilities.”

In other words, TTTF does more than just put on quality shows. They’re out to inspire people’s creativity and love for the performing arts, while also giving young artists and community members a platform on which to shine.

Coming up before Christmas, on December 17, 2024, TTTF will be supporting Center Stage Performing Arts (CSPA) as their artists perform at Enchant at PayPal Park. The annual event offers community members an immersive winter wonderland experience, complete with sparkling lights and ignited live performances. 

Triple Threat at Disney’s Imagination Campus.

Then, on April 11, 2025, TTTF will collaborate with the Barracuda program, presenting talented live performers during a Barracuda hockey game. The event will include performers from Bellarmine College Preparatory, Notre Dame High School, and CSPA. Shared Romero, “It offers a unique opportunity to highlight local talent, spread awareness of the importance of arts in our community, and fundraise for our programs. We will also have an exhibitor table at the event.”

2024 has been a busy year for Triple Threat, as they’ve supported Ohlone College theater students in preparing for their Theatre Program’s 2025 Fringe Festival Trip, they’ve played a critical role in Milpitas High School’s production of “The Addams Family,” and they’ve aided the Independence High School Theatre Program in enhancing its lighting apparatus, boosting the look of their productions.

Last year, TTTF also played a key role in enabling Milpitas High performers to participate in Scotland’s Fringe Festival, contributing funds to the endeavor.

Where there’s local theater, you can count on TTTF’s presence. They’ve committed funds to helping the City of Milpitas buy new microphones for its Milpitas Community Theater productions, which have allowed impassioned students to perform in shows as far away as Disney World and Disneyland. Triple Threat also now works in partnership with the San Jose Giants, working to showcase talented performers from Notre Dame High School. 

Romero reserved special mention for Milpitas Charity Bingo as a key part of Triple Threat’s fundraising efforts: “Milpitas Charity Bingo, we are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to partner with your amazing hall! For the past three years, your support has been invaluable, allowing us to continue volunteering and contributing to the community.”

She also offered a direct appeal to The Milpitas Beat’s readership: “If you love the arts as much as we do, we’d love for you to be part of our story. Whether it’s volunteering, attending an event, or spreading the word, every little bit helps us grow and give back.”

Community members can follow TTTF on Instagram and Facebook, and also donate to them directly via PayPal.

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Eric Shapiro
Eric Shapiro
Eric Shapiro is a writer & filmmaker. As a screenwriter, he’s won a Fade In Award and written numerous feature films in development by companies including WWE, Mandalay Sports Media, Game1, and Select Films. He is also the resident script doctor for Rebel Six Films (producers of A&E’s “Hoarders”). As a journalist, Eric’s won a California Journalism Award and is co-owner and editor of The Milpitas Beat, a Silicon Valley newspaper with tens of thousands of monthly readers that has won the Golden Quill Award as well as the John Swett Award for Media Excellence. As a filmmaker, Eric’s directed award-winning feature films that have premiered at the Fantasia Film Festival, Fantastic Fest, and Shriekfest, and been endorsed by PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals). Eric’s apocalyptic novella “It’s Only Temporary” appears next to Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein” on Nightmare Magazine’s list of the 100 Best Horror Novels of All Time. He lives in Northern California with his wife, Rhoda, and their two sons.

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