Due to the government shutdown, the Ford’s Theatre Museum and Petersen House are closed. The Aftermath Exhibits, Atlantic Lobby and Penny Café and Gift Shop will remain open. More info.

20 teachers are seated at tables of four. They listen to a speaker who is standing near a whiteboard. On the white board are several big sheets of paper, each with a different discussion prompt (illegible from the camera’s vantage at the back of the room.
Photo by Sarah Jencks.

Teacher Preview Workshops

Join us at Ford’s Theatre for an evening created with educators in mind. We’ll begin with a complimentary dinner and a chance to connect with fellow teachers from across the region. Then, take part in a hands-on workshop where you will experience a classroom-ready lesson plan created by Ford’s Theatre. This lesson is designed to help you connect the themes of our production to meaningful learning and discussion in your own classroom.

To complete the evening, you’ll attend a free preview performance at Ford’s Theatre, giving you firsthand insight into the story your students will see. You’ll leave with practical strategies, a ready-to-use lesson plan and a deeper understanding of how the play can spark engagement before and after your student matinee.

1776 Teacher Preview Workshop will take place on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, starting at 5 p.m.

Collaboration, Ensemble and Democracy
Discover how the ensemble dynamics in The American Five and 1776 serve as artistic representations of democratic collaboration. This interactive workshop models classroom strategies that empower students to work collectively, engage deeply and create meaning together.

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Learn more about our Student Matinees here.