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Serving Our Community by Enhancing Education
What is LessonPLAN?
The nonprofit Tower Theatre Foundation’s education program, LessonPLAN (Performing Live Arts Now), has successfully connected over 63,000 students to the world of performing arts in Central Oregon since its inception in 2011. Students and educators from public, private, and homeschool groups across Central Oregon are invited to matinée performances and in-school assemblies. LessonPLAN curates a diverse range of performances by local, regional, national and international artists, providing inspiration and engagement throughout the school year.
Enriching Young Minds
LessonPLAN isn’t just about showcasing the arts; it’s about engaging young minds, enriching educational experiences, and instilling a love for performing arts. Thousands of students annually have the opportunity of immersing themselves in unforgettable artistic experiences, thanks to the support of grants, generous donors, and the Tower Education Fund. Participating schools gain access to these performances at a minimal charge.
How to Participate
Information about the LessonPLAN season is distributed to all Central Oregon students in the late summer when educators are back in the office. Requests from schools are accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis, contingent on seat availability. For further details or to express interest, book and educational tour of the Tower, or have the Tower come to you, please reach out to Becca Swain, Education Coordinator at beccas@towertheatre.org
Join us on this transformative journey, where the arts become a bridge connecting generations and shaping a future full of creativity.
Tower Tours & Talks
Are you looking for other ways to get arts education into your classroom? Check out these additional FREE LessonPLAN offerings that are great additions to any curriculum.
Tower Tours
Step into the spotlight! Take your class on a FREE behind-the-scenes tour of the iconic Tower Theatre in downtown Bend. Explore the stage, the backstage secrets, and our green room while discovering fun facts and history. We may even have time for our theatre ghost stories…if you dare! This field trip is very popular with schools, summer camps, and community groups.
Tower Talks
Get ready for a fun, interactive journey into the world of theatre! Our dynamic Education Manager (a former teacher with serious classroom skills) brings the magic of the Tower Theatre straight to your school! Learn theatre history, cool vocab, and even have your students dive into improv! Whether you're planning a visit to the Tower or not, this is the perfect add-on for any community helper or jobs in my community curriculum. Ready to book?
Email Becca at: beccas@towertheatre.org
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