Lobero Youth and Community Programs
We at the Lobero Theatre believe that all young people should have the opportunity to participate in the performing arts as both audience members and artists
“We strive to help students develop their voices, bodies, and imaginations by teaching performance skills, helping them to grow both as artists and people.” - David Asbell, Executive Director, Lobero Theatre Foundation
Building Blocks of our Program
- PERFORMANCES offered by in-school assemblies.
- INTERACTION through master classes and other instruction with noted musicians; this program is called Artist Connections.
- COMMUNICATION via the Lobero’s Teen Writer program, which provides complimentary tickets to local students involved in school and extracurricular writing programs.
- COMMUNITY service by donating tickets to local social service agencies and partnering with local youth performing organizations.
For more information, or to become a Youth & Community Programs Sponsor,
contact Holly Chadwin (805) 966-4946 ext. 613 or hchadwin@lobero.com.
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School Assemblies
The Lobero Theatre’s Artists in Residence, now in their 17th year, present world mythology and folklore using an innovative mixture of storytelling, movement, live music, and audience participation. BOXTALES Theatre Company is on the prestigious California Arts Council Touring Roster and has performed extensively throughout the western states.
BOXTALES will be offering school assembly performances of their shows Iron John, The Odyssey, Leyendas de Duende, Prince Rama and the Monkey King, Silly Rabbit—Tricksters are for Kids, and their newest show, The Popul Vuh. They are available for assemblies throughout the school year. Click links for study guides.
Artist Connections
Artist Connections is a unique opportunity for local students to collaborate with a professional musician.
- World-renowned jazz singer Tierney Sutton will offer complimentary circle-sing workshops to Santa Barbara schools and social service agencies. This program uses the exercise of “circle singing” as a tool to encourage active listening, communication, and community-building. Read more
- Brubeck Institute Jazz Quintet will return to the Lobero for the third year in a row, offering clinics and performances to area schools. These up-and-coming-jazz giants will meet with students to share their knowledge and experiences. BIJQ cap off their visit with a performance on-stage, offering discounted student tickets and the opportunity for local jazz students to participate in the Lobero Youth Jazz Scholarship raffle.
- Tierney Sutton and the Brubeck Institute Jazz Quintet will join forces for a concert on March 23, offering discounted student tickets and the opportunity for local jazz students to participate in the Lobero Youth Jazz Scholarship raffle.
Tickets InReach
The Lobero will provide 200 free tickets to the perennial favorite show, It's Magic!, to social service programs serving at-risk youth and families.
- Organizations that have received InReach tickets in the past include: Court Appointed Special Advocates (C.A.S.A.) Child Welfare Services Girls Inc. Casa Serena Housing Authority of Santa Barbara Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse's Mentorship Programs (C.A.D.A.)
Community Partnerships
The Lobero Youth Programs is proud to partner with several exciting youth arts programs.
- Boxtales Summer Theatre Camp
- Offering the only professional theatre training for youth in Santa Barbara, stimulating young minds, encouraging teamwork, building character, and developing participants' self-esteem. This unique summer program will culminate in an original stage production.
- Jensen's RockCamp
- This week-long music camp teaches kids the basics of playing the electric guitar. Not only will the children have fun learning to play music, each student receives a brand new electric guitar or a Jensen's gift certificate.
- Notes for Notes
- Notes for Notes is a non-profit organization dedicated to giving youth the opportunity to explore and experience music, and to provide these children with positive, safe, and inspiring environments to help direct their lives away from negative social situations.
- City at Peace
- City at Peace is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization that empowers teenagers to create safe, peaceful and productive lives and communities. Using the performing arts as a vehicle, City at Peace is developing the next generation of engaged community leaders.
- Santa Barbara Middle School Teen Press
- Santa Barbara Middle School's Teen Press provides a youth perspective on Lobero Theatre events, while gaining experience in the world of media. Teen Press writers attend Lobero Live and renter performances to review shows, interview artists, and learn more about the arts.
The Lobero’s Youth Programs are made possible through the generosity of the following donors:
Marlyn Bernard Bernstein, Montecito Bank & Trust, Santa Barbara Bank & Trust, Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation Education Outreach Committee, Raintree Foundation, Venoco Inc.