Diana Wortham Theatre presents a special series of school shows designed to compliment classroom curriculum. Serving over 5,000 students and educators every season, the School Show Series features first-rate performances, detailed study guides designed by educators, and post-show question and answer sessions. For tickets or more information call Rae Geoffrey at 828-257-4544 x307 or email rae@dwtheatre.com. You may also download an order form.

Tickets are $6-$10 for students, Teachers and Bus drivers are free with groups of 10 or more.

The Y.E.S. (Youth Education Scholarship) Fund provides need-based scholarships to cover the cost of admission for students and schools. To learn more about the fund or to apply click here.

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Presented in partnership with:

Center for Diversity Education

Sponsored by:

2008-2009 YOUNG AUDIENCES SERIES

10:00 AM
Recommended for Grades 6 and up

And Then They Came for Me is a unique theatrical experience: a multimedia play that combines videotaped interviews with Holocaust survivors Ed Silverberg and Eva Schloss with live actors recreating scenes from their lives during World War II. Part oral history, part dramatic action, part direct address, part remembrance, the ensemble-driven And Then They Came for Me breaks new ground and has been acclaimed by audiences and critics in world-wide productions.

Recommended for Grades 6-12

Eighteen-year-old Nicole Harrison has no intention of casting a ballot on Election Day until she suddenly slips back through time into the midst of the Revolutionary War. Tossed from one historical event to another, standing beside women, minorities and young people, Nicole participates in changing the face of democracy. Most importantly, she learns just how many shoulders she stands on every time she steps into a voting booth.

Student Study Guide

Teacher Study Guide

Theatreworks USA

A delightful musical based on the top-rated Nickelodeon television show inspired by Rosemary Wells' bunny siblings, Max and Ruby!

Study Guide

 10:00 AM

Full-length Production!
Recommended for Grades 6 and up

The Iliad has had a profound influence on every generation since it was first performed by ancient Greek bards in the Mediterranean over 2500 years ago.  Described by The New York Times as “A performance of staggering power,” the Aquila Theatre Company’s production of Homer’s Iliad creates a “stunning, stirring, and memorable” theatrical experience. Aquila’s innovative production tells the main parts of the story in an action packed hour and a half hour show combining ritualistic movement, original music, and superb acting.

10:00 AM  
Recommended for all ages/grades

Philadelphia – based Eleone Dance Theatre is an exhilarating and "soul-stirring" dance company presenting a spectrum of works that are multicultural, intergenerational, socially and visually appealing to all audiences. Eleone's works of dance inspire critical, intellectual thought and requires the community to look at both historical and contemporary issues from a variety of viewpoints.

10:00 AM
Recommended for Grade K-5

Laugh with Peter, the mischievous tailor, as he comes up with his sure-fire get rich quick scheme to embarrass the vain Emperor and make off with a basket of gold. Full of action, music, magic tricks and well-integrated audience participation this play is a hit with students and teachers.

10:00 AM
Recommended for all ages/grades

Luna Negra’s Student Matinee Program offers students a memorable and meaningful introduction to dance and Latino culture, giving students of all backgrounds an awareness and appreciation of the richness and diversity of Latino culture and of the arts through dance.

Study Guide

Theatreworks USA

Young Audiences learn about teamwork and friendship (imaginary and otherwise) in this new musical based on the first volume in Marjorie Weinman Sharmat's classic book series.

Study Guide