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The Joan Kemper Technical Theater Scholarship

Accepting Applications starting July 13, 2025

Honoring the legacy of producer Joan Kemper, this scholarship supports individuals pursuing training in:

Stage Management

  • Theater Producing

  • Lighting Design & Operation

  • Sound Engineering

  • Production Coordination

  • Technical Theater & Crew Roles

We are looking for:

  • Applicants who demonstrate initiative and vision for community impact.

  • Artists already contributing to the Ojai arts scene who are ready to scale their involvement.

  • Proposals with clear, creative, and actionable plans for how skills will be shared and sustained locally,

Who It’s For:

Aspiring backstage professionals of all ages—whether you’re a high school student, a college hopeful, or making a mid-career transition.

What It Covers:

Can be used toward tuition, training programs, apprenticeships, or equipment related to technical theater education.

Selection Criteria:

All scholarship recipients must demonstrate financial need, artistic potential, and a detailed plan on how they will share their new knowledge and skill with the Ojai community.

“Performances don’t happen without the people backstage. These artists deserve just as much recognition, support, and investment.”
— Joan Kemper

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