Bring Professional Theatre Into Your Classroom
LOLST for Schools provides educators with access to professionally recorded theatre productions from leading nonprofit theaters at no cost.
Through this program, teachers and institutions can stream full productions in classrooms and learning environments, allowing students to engage directly with contemporary theatre and storytelling.
Educational materials may be provided by the theatre, such as discussion guides, background resources, and artist insights.
Access is provided to schools and educational programs for classroom use only and is subject to approval and rights restrictions set by the theatre.
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Additional Educational Streaming Through Our Broadway Partner Manhattan Theatre Club
Productions captured in collaboration with Manhattan Theatre Club are available through their Lights Up! Library educational program.
What Educators Receive
Approved schools may receive:
Streaming access for a limited period of time
Closed captioning when available
Classroom resources such as study guides, discussion prompts, or supplemental materials when available
Available titles and materials vary by production and by participating theatre.
Who May Apply
Access may be requested by:
Public or private middle schools and high schools
Colleges and universities
Educational institutions and accredited learning programs
Community educational programs serving youth or students
We also consider requests from educators working in:
Residential youth programs
Juvenile justice or rehabilitation programs
Alternative learning environments
Educational initiatives serving underserved communities
If you are unsure whether your program qualifies, you are welcome to submit a request for consideration.
How Access Works
A teacher or program leader submits a registration request.
LOLST reviews the request to confirm the educational use.
Approved educators receive a secure access link and viewing credentials.
Productions may be streamed in classrooms or educational spaces during the approved access period.
Streaming access windows vary by production and are determined by the producing theatre and rights agreements.
REQUEST ACCESS
Teachers and program leaders may request classroom access using the registration form below.
Requests are reviewed and processed within 3-5 business days.
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LOLST FOR SCHOOLS
Educational Streaming Agreement and Terms of Use
LOLST for Schools is an educational access program provided by The League of Live Stream Theater (“LOLST”), which offers approved educational institutions the opportunity to stream professional theatre productions for classroom use.
This Agreement outlines the terms governing the use of performance recordings, educational materials, and related resources (collectively referred to as the “Services”) provided through LOLST for Schools.
By submitting a registration request and receiving access credentials, the participating school or educational institution (the “School”) agrees to the following terms.
1. Educational Use of Program Materials
1.1 Educational Materials
Educational materials such as study guides, discussion prompts, or supplemental resources may be provided by the producing theatre.
Teachers are permitted to:
• Download these materials
• Print or distribute them to students
• Share them electronically for educational use related to the program
These materials may not be modified, republished, or used for commercial purposes.
1.2 Performance Recordings
Access to performance recordings is provided solely for educational viewing.
Schools and participating educators agree that:
• Recordings are copyrighted works.
• Access is granted only for classroom or educational program use.
• Recordings may be streamed only during the approved access window.
• Viewing must take place in supervised educational environments such as classrooms, lecture halls, or institutional learning spaces.
The following restrictions apply:
• Access links and credentials may not be shared publicly.
• Recordings may not be downloaded or redistributed.
• Recordings may not be posted on social media or third-party platforms.
• Recordings may not be used as the artistic basis for a student or institutional production of the play.
No admission fee or charge may be collected for viewing the recording.
2. Technical Requirements
Participating schools are responsible for ensuring they have the technical capability to stream the program.
Schools must provide:
• Reliable internet access capable of streaming video
• A computer or device capable of accessing the streaming platform
• Appropriate display and audio equipment for classroom viewing
Performance recordings may not be hosted through third-party video platforms such as Vimeo or equivalent secure streaming services.
3. Access Credentials
Access credentials, links, or codes are provided directly to the registered educator.
These credentials:
• May only be used by the participating educator and institution
• May not be shared with students for individual home viewing
• May not be distributed publicly or posted online
LOLST reserves the right to revoke access if credentials are misused.
4. Rights and Availability
Streaming access windows are determined by the producing theatre and applicable licensing agreements.
Availability may vary by production and may be limited to specific time periods.
LOLST reserves the right to modify or discontinue access to any recording if required by rights agreements.
5. Institutional Responsibility
By registering for LOLST for Schools, the educator confirms that:
• They are authorized to represent the participating institution.
• The program will be used only for educational purposes.
• The institution agrees to comply with all program terms.
6. General Terms
Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of New York.
Entire Agreement
These terms represent the full agreement governing participation in LOLST for Schools.
Modification
LOLST may update these terms as necessary to comply with licensing or operational requirements.
Questions
For questions about the LOLST for Schools program:
QUESTIONS
For questions about LOLST for Schools, access requests, or educational partnerships: