The Doug Watson Scholarship for Performing Arts
The Tower Theatre Foundation established the Doug Watson Scholarship for Performing Arts in memory and honor of our longtime friend, member, sponsor, volunteer and board chair.
Doug was a true believer in the performing arts; especially in the power of arts in education. He supported the Tower’s LessonPLAN programs and seemed to revel in being surrounded by an audience of enthusiastic school kids!
To continue his legacy and extend the impact of our region’s performing arts, the Doug Watson Scholarship will empower students across Central Oregon to actively pursue their creative passions. The Tower Foundation is grateful to Doug’s wife Marianne for initiating the funds for this special scholarship. In 2024, at least $3,000 will be awarded to four graduating high school seniors in Central Oregon.
Please help us congratulate our 2023 scholarship recipients!
Gavin Felciano
Gavin is a senior at Summit High School. After graduation he plans to attend Oklahoma City University, with the intended major of Musical Theatre.
Madeline Wooster
Madeline is a senior at Summit High School. After graduation they plan to attend Willamette University, with the intended double major of Theatre and Psychology.
Zach Bennett
Zach is a senior at Bend High School. After graduation he plans to attend Belmont University, with the intended major of Commercial Music.
Olivia Johnson
Olivia is a senior at Madras High School. After graduation, she plans to attend Southern Oregon University, with the intended major of Digital Cinema.
If you or someone you know would like to support the Watson Scholarship
text DWATSON to 44-321
or
Please contact Dani Wyeth, the Tower’s Director of Education, with any questions at daniw@towertheatre.org
May Doug’s example and spirit continue to inspire and motivate us all.
