This theater offers a variety of educational experiences tailored to young audiences. The theater hosts student matinees, aimed at both preschool through fifth-grade students and middle to high schoolers. These performances introduce children to live theater while rigorously aligning with academic standards, enhancing learning in areas like literature, storytelling, and performing arts. The strong alignment with academic standards ensures that the program is academically beneficial.
For younger audiences (pre-K through grade 5), the Children’s Theatre presents interactive and engaging shows. Teachers are provided with study guides aligned with Common Core, Kentucky, and Indiana Academic Standards. These resources include pre- and post-show activities to deepen students’ understanding and encourage connections between the performances and classroom learning. Matinee shows typically begin at 10:00 a.m., with a duration of one hour, making them accessible for school groups.
For older students, the mainstage performances offer a more sophisticated theater experience. These two-hour shows, which include an intermission, expose students to larger theatrical productions, focusing on themes relevant to their curriculum, such as literature, character development, and narrative structure.
