Woodward Arts & Theatre Council, Inc.

08/08/2025

SEE A SNEAK PEEK!! 👻👀🎭

This World Premier Production will have a short showcase THIS TUESDAY, Aug 12th at The Woodward Arts Theatre Annual Members Meeting.

Reception and Meeting start at 5:30 in the Josie Adams Ctr at 816 Main Street in downtown Woodward.

Don't miss it!! ✨️

08/05/2025

LOOK at the nominations!! ☆☆☆☆
We are glad Woodward Arts Theatre was able to be a stop on this year's Shenandoah tour!!

Shenandoah—For Your CMA Consideration

08/01/2025

We are very proud of WATC Board Member Amber Andersen and grateful to collaborate with her on this award-winning exhibit! ✨️

Supporting working artists takes many forms and our Org welcomes opportunities to try new things, offer our space, and build spectacular ideas together.

We can't wait to see where "The Grand Unseen" goes next!!
If you have interest in bringing this Exhibition to your event, space, or Organization, please contact Amber through her website : https://amber-andersen-art.square.site/

07/31/2025

The stage is FULL for today's session but stay connected to get on the list for the NEXT one!!

07/31/2025

Built in 1929, Woodward Arts Theatre continues to welcome all visitors to downtown!

Throwback Thursday: The Curve That Built a Community

Did you know Woodward’s Main Street has a story as unique as the town itself?

In the late 1800s, Woodward was a bustling cattle shipping hub, filled with the sounds of railcars, ranchers, and saloons. But what really makes our Main Street stand out is the famous curve at Eighth Street—and it wasn’t planned.

During the Cherokee Outlet Opening in 1893, a surveying error caused two separate settlements to spring up just slightly off from one another. Instead of choosing one or the other, they joined forces—and that curve in Main Street marks where the two came together.

From wild west beginnings to the vibrant center of business, shopping, and community events we know today, Main Street has always been the heart of Woodward.

History is literally built into our streets.

07/31/2025

👀Guess what's being delivered to Woodward Arts Theatre today... Fun Answers Only!!🦄🤷‍♀️

When we reach 25 comments we will reveal the answer!! 🎭✨️🧡

ANSWER: A NEW BACK CURTAIN ✨️✨️✨️

We have been fundraising to replace the old and damaged curtain and we met our goal. Trucked in from the west coast and delivered this morning, we can't wait to unbox and hang it on our rigging.

Grand reveal and dedication ceremony info COMING SOON!

07/30/2025

WATC Summer Youth Arts Camp was a great time for ALL! 1000's of pictures were taken but here are just a few of the projects and progress made during the week-long camp!

07/30/2025

Arts Camp Parents/ Students:
You can enter art projects made at camp in your County /State Fairs!

07/20/2025

Our historic and treasured community asset receives a $110,000 gift from Bruce & Sheryl Benbrook and The Stock Exchange Bank!!

"It's moments like these that truly inspire and create space to continue the work for our community." -Exec. Dir. Candee Brossman

The Woodward Arts & Theatre Council would like to thank the Benbrooks and The Stock Exchange Bank for their generous donation and continued support throughout the years.

The WATC Board is facing adversity and funding restraints with Federal and State funding delays and cuts. The biggest expense and hurdle to overcome has been note for the roof repairs over the Woodward Arts Theatre. This single contribution has made it possible to pay off the note, gain momentum, and plan for the future.

Please help us say "THANK YOU!" to Bruce and Sheryl and SEB.
It is so exciting to partner with our community leaders and private donors and share our joy when we work together to achieve extraordinary things!