Bertha Frank Performing Arts Center Capital Improvement Fund

Preserving Morton’s Premier Performance Venue for Future Generations

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Located adjacent to Morton High School, the Bertha Frank Performing Arts Center (PAC) has been a cornerstone of cultural life in Morton since its opening in 1997. This 450-seat venue was named in honor of local arts advocate Bertha A. Frank (1914–1990), whose vision brought a professional-quality theater to our community .

Since January 2003, the Capital Improvement Fund, established by the Bertha Frank PAC Foundation, has supported ongoing upgrades and essential maintenance projects within the facility. From updating theater lighting and audio systems to repairing seating and enhancing ADA accessibility, the fund can help ensure the PAC remains both safe and state-of-the-art.

The PAC welcomes a wide range of events—from student performances and school musicals to community concerts, business seminars, and regional theater productions. By helping to sustain these capital improvements, donors play a vital role in keeping the venue vibrant and versatile for generations to come.

🎭 Legacy of Excellence

  • Purpose-built for performing arts, the facility serves as an extension of Morton High School’s educational programs while also meeting community cultural and enrichment needs .
  • The fund ensures essential improvements—lighting, seating, AV systems, accessibility—are up-to-date and reliable.
  • It empowers the venue to host high-quality programming that lifts community well-being and fosters local pride.