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the bowmer society


what is the bowmer society?

Learning and enjoying during an OSF workshop.

The Bowmer Society is a group of forward-thinking donors dedicated to nurturing the next generation of both theatre artists and theatre audiences. By supporting OSF's extensive student outreach efforts both on campus and on the road, Bowmer Society members enable us to offer deeply discounted tickets and workshops for students and their teachers who would not otherwise be able to afford them.




what does it do?

Gifts to the Bowmer Society help take the Festival to students and bring students to the Festival. That means workshops, lectures, teacher training, buses, lodging, and discounted tickets.

play a leading role!

There are more students who would like to be drawn into the rich world of theatre. Your gift helps make that happen.

"We wanted to use the fruits of our personal successes to encourage young people in their education. We chose to involve ourselves in the arts because we saw that they were the first to be cut when funds were tight. We also felt very often talented artistic students do not always get the same level of recognition their athletic peers receive. The Bowmer Society is a perfect fit."

Steve and Karen Tyler
Bowmer Society Donors

Bowmer Society Benefits

Those who give at the $250 level or above are invited to the annual Bowmer Society Event which is filled with lively educational workshops, reserved theatre seating and opportunities to mingle with company members.

Donations of any amount are welcome and are fully tax deductible.  All funds support our education programs.


Donor benefits:

$250 and above

$2500 and above

  • All benefits listed above, plus:
  • Recognition in the Playbill

Become an Associate: Join Now
For more information, contact:
(800) 628-9530
(541) 488-3880
bowmersociety@osfashland.org


Proud sponsor of the Bowmer Society

Bank of America





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for your information

The Bowmer Society is named after Festival founder Angus Bowmer and his wife Gertrude who were both teachers. From the beginning, OSF was a place where both artist and audience had the chance to learn.

US Bank - continuing a 29-year tradition of support as proud sponsor of the 2008 season