𝑫𝙞𝒈𝙞𝑭𝙚𝒔𝙩® 2026 Preview: Themes, New Additions and What We Are Most Excited About
Explore what makes DigiFest® 2026 the must-attend celebration of digital arts and innovation and learn how to submit your work or grab tickets today
Why the Arts Matter: Stories From Our JDS Community
Explore inspiring stories from the JDS Creative Academy community. Learn how inclusive arts education, Title 17 creative job training, and creative empowerment through performing arts and digital media transform lives and strengthen workforce pathways.
How to Turn Creative Passions Into Real Opportunities
Discover how to turn your creative passion into real opportunities with portfolio tips, networking strategies, and digital arts training at JDS Creative Academy. Explore programs at JDS Actors Studio, DigiFest Temecula, JDS Video and Media Productions, and gain national exposure through Spirit of Innovation: Arts Across America.
New Year, New Creative Possibilities: Why Now Is the Time to Submit to 𝐷𝑖𝑔𝑖𝐹𝑒𝑠𝑡®
Start the new year by exploring exciting creative opportunities at DigiFest® Temecula 2026. This blog highlights why now is the perfect time to submit your film, animation, or digital arts project, how early submissions give you an edge, the variety of categories available for creators, and what we are most excited about for the coming year. DigiFest® offers unparalleled visibility, networking, and opportunities to elevate your creative career.
A Year of Creativity and Community: A Heartfelt Thank You
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to celebrate a year filled with creativity, collaboration, and community impact at JDS Creative Academy. From classes and performances to DigiFest Temecula and stories of artistic empowerment, this post reflects on the moments that shaped our students, strengthened our programs, and reminded us why the arts matter. Join us as we look back with gratitude and ahead with excitement for what’s to come.
Frozen Jr. Sneak Peek: How We Bring Arendelle to Life on Stage
Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Frozen Jr. at JDS Creative Academy! Discover how students bring Arendelle to life through costumes, set design, and immersive performances while developing confidence, creativity, and real-world performing arts skills.
Calling All Creators: Why Now Is the Time to Submit to DigiFest® Temecula
DigiFest® Temecula is now accepting submissions for its 10th anniversary. Submit short films, animation, design, games, podcasts, and digital art for a chance at prizes, mentorship, and exposure across TV and streaming.
From Hollywood to Temecula: How Diane Strand is Transforming Arts Education & Entrepreneurship
Discover how Diane Strand is transforming arts education and entrepreneurship through JDS Creative Academy, DigiFest® Temecula, and the Arts Across America initiative.