Encouraging engagement with the arts goes beyond putting bums on seats at Lighthouse. We want you to feel inspired to get involved too.

Our dedicated Learning team provide opportunities for children, families, groups and the wider community of Poole to develop new skills, discover your creative side and boost your confidence.

We believe that participation creates a more meaningful and memorable experience for audiences by allowing you to get closer to the art and the artists. Lighthouse enjoys strong relationships with local schools, colleges and universities by providing constantly changing and stimulating activities and events. We provide space for college students to exhibit their work and introduce new approaches to creative learning for young people.

We’ve got everything from educational workshops and post show talks to home-grown arts projects and backstage tours.

Explore this section for details on how you can get involved, handy education resources, and advice on how to break into the arts from the people in the know!