Step behind the curtain this Fall with JDS Creative Academy’s Backstage Production class! Learn set design, lighting, sound, and get hands-on experience in the Haunted Studio.

Meet the talented instructors of JDS Creative Academy—industry professionals in acting, filmmaking, visual arts, and musical theater who inspire students to grow, create, and succeed.

Discover how Diane Strand is transforming arts education and entrepreneurship through JDS Creative Academy, DigiFest® Temecula, and the Arts Across America initiative.

Discover how Haunted Studio at JDS Creative Academy has become a cherished Temecula tradition, blending creativity, community, and Halloween fun for families and students alike.

Our programs empower girls in the arts through inclusive education, mentorship, and hands-on experience. From performing arts to digital media, young women develop confidence, creativity, and the skills needed for future creative careers at JDS Creative Academy.

Haunted Studio is more than a seasonal event. It brings the community together to celebrate creativity, support inclusive arts education, and empower students of all abilities. Every ticket, donation, and volunteer hour helps build pathways for meaningful creative careers and strengthens the impact of JDS Creative Academy programs.