Idyllwild Arts
80th Anniversary
Idyllwild Arts Campus
Saturday, April 25 2026
Celebrate 80 years of Idyllwild Arts! Purchase tickets now to join alumni, families, and friends for performances, creative spotlights, special gatherings, a raffle, online auction and more. Your participation supports the future of Idyllwild Arts, advancing creative technology, capital improvements, scholarship and meaningful access for students and the preservation of our founding legacy as the Idyllwild School of Music and the Arts (ISOMATA). Together, we invest in artists who will shape culture and lead the world forward.
Celebrating 80 Years at Idyllwild Arts
Join us as we celebrate 80 years of a world-renowned creative sanctuary where artists of all ages explore their talents, refine their craft, and discover their purpose. The theme for the event is “Artificial Intelligence is not equal to Artistic Intelligence.” Artistic Intelligence recognizes that Artificial Intelligence is simply a tool, like a paintbrush, a camera, or a computer. The Idyllwild Arts citizen-artist is poised to make an impact in the world by bringing strong emotional intelligence, creativity, and problem-solving skills to navigate change and contribute meaningfully in a high-tech world.
Idyllwild Arts’ 80th Anniversary, taking place alongside Alumni Reunion Weekend, honors the leadership, legacy, and belief that have shaped the institution since its founding. From the lifelong stewardship of Lillian Pierson Lovelace to the vision of Academy Founder William M. Lowman and the bold, forward-looking leadership of President Pamela Jordan, this milestone reflects a shared commitment to nurturing artists who lead with creativity, courage, and responsibility.
Since its earliest days, Idyllwild Arts has also upheld a deep commitment to Native American art and culture, honoring its mountaintop setting as a place of creative significance. For eight decades, the Summer Program has provided a vital space where Indigenous artists and traditions thrive, are shared, and are meaningfully woven into programming that affirms art’s essential role in humanity.
Event Schedule
Event Attire is Red Carpet Chic
- President’s Luncheon with Celeste Headlee (Patron Sponsorship Required) | 12:00pm
- Red Carpet Event | 2:00pm
- Performance in William M. Lowman Concert Hall | 3:00pm
- Champagne Toast with President Pamela Jordan | 5:00pm
Idyllwild Arts Community Sponsor
Premiere Partner of Idyllwild Arts Foundation
Sponsorship Opportunities
As we celebrate our 80th anniversary, your contributions will help to sustain a sanctuary where artists of all ages discover purpose and learn to lead with creativity and compassion. Funds raised will prioritize creative technology, critical capital enhancements, preservation of ISOMATA’s historic legacy, and scholarship and meaningful access, ensuring that exceptional talent is never limited by circumstance.
Legacy – $100,000+
- Four (4) General Tickets
- Invitation for four (4) to the President’s Luncheon with Celeste Headlee and Preferred Parking (space is limited)
- Reserved Performance Seating
- Spoken Acknowledgement from Stage
- Inclusion in all printed and digital materials (deadline March 1, 2026)
- Commemorative Student-Designed Gift
Founders – $50,000
- Four (4) General Tickets
- Invitation for four (4) to the President’s Luncheon with Celeste Headlee and Preferred Parking (space is limited)
- Reserved Performance Seating
- Spoken Acknowledgement from Stage
- Inclusion in all printed and digital materials (deadline March 1, 2026)
Visionary – $25,000
- Four (4) General Tickets
- Invitation for four (4) to the President’s Luncheon with Celeste Headlee and Preferred Parking (space is limited)
- Reserved Performance Seating
Partner – $10,000
- Two (2) General Tickets
- Invitation for two (2) to the President’s Luncheon with Celeste Headlee and Preferred Parking (space is limited)
- Reserved Performance Seating
Advocate – $5,000
- Two (2) General Tickets
- Invitation for two (2) to the President’s Luncheon with Celeste Headlee and Preferred Parking (space is limited)
Patron – $1,000
- One (1) General Ticket
- Invitation for one (1) to the President’s Luncheon with Celeste Headlee and Preferred Parking (space is limited)
General Ticket – $80
- Red Carpet Reception
- Performance in William M. Lowman Concert Hall
- Champagne Toast with President Pamela Jordan & Board Chair Denis Krylov
- Limited Edition Commemorative Idyllwild Arts Lapel Pin
Benefits may be customized to align with the sponsor’s specific requests. All donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law.
Online Auction
Auction Opens April 1 at 10:00am
Support the next generation of artists by participating in our Online Auction and purchasing raffle tickets. Discover a curated collection of exceptional items, exclusive experiences, and unique services, each one offering an opportunity to give back while indulging in something extraordinary. Every bid and ticket directly benefits Idyllwild Arts, empowering scholarships, advancing creative technology, enhancing campus facilities, and ensuring meaningful access for students from all backgrounds to experience the transformative power of the arts.
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