Our Impact
The Annual John Lennon Tribute is a benefit for Theatre Within, the non-profit behind the event since 1981. Theatre Within serves communities in need by providing ongoing free programs in creative expression and mindfulness. In 2014, with the warm support of Yoko Ono, Theatre Within launched the John Lennon Real Love Project (JLRLP) songwriting program.
Now in its 10th year serving the cancer community, Theatre Within provides 200+ programs annually, including the JLRLP, for families impacted by cancer.
In 2021, again with Yoko’s support, Theatre Within launched the JLRLP for public elementary schools and has since provided 30 school programs. After learning about John Lennon’s life, students write new lyrics to “Real Love” and record their own version of the song with John Lennon’s original vocal and piano track.
John Lennon Real Love Project group at Gilda’s Club NYC.
A child from the program’s launch at the Children’s Hospital at Montefiore in the Bronx (2014).
Students at East Main Street Elementary School (2025).
Students at Mott Hall II (2023).
Students from at Marion Street Elementary School (2024).
Students at Sullivan West School (2023).
Students playing violin at Liberty Middle School (2021).