Student Matinee Series
Begun in 2002, the Student Matinee Series brings the best touring children’s theatre companies from around the world to The Orpheum to present shows that are designed with young audiences in mind. The Student Matinee Series has something for every student from early childhood through high school.
The Orpheum Student Matinee Series presented in partnership with:
Ticket Prices
- Students: $8.00
- Chaperones: one free per 15 students, additional adult tickets are $15.00
- Title One tickets: $6.00
*Note: Title One Schools must submit written proof of eligibility to qualify for the discount rate. For more information, call (901) 529-4242.
Drums United’s “World of Rhythm”
Drums United
Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at 10am & Noon
Grades: All Ages
Length: 55 minutes
Drums United is an explosive and exciting world-percussion group led by drummer Lucas van Merwijk that brings together rhythms and percussionists from all directions. Drums United is made up of nine percussionists, from seven different countries, Bangladesh, Senegal, Spain, Germany, the Netherlands, Surinam and Venezuela, and is much more than just a drum group. It's a smoking live band that not only gives the audience an opportunity of listening and watching top players, but also imparts the underlying message that people from widely varying nationalities can work well together.
Curriculum Connections: Fine Arts, Health and Well Being, Language Arts, Social Sciences, Technology
Suggested Readings: To Be a Drum, Heartbeat-CD
The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Other Eric Carle Favorites
Mermaid Theatre
Tuesday, October 29, 2013 at 10am & Noon
Wednesday, October 30, 2013 at 11am
Thursday, October 31, 2013 at 10am (Spanish) & Noon
Friday, November 1, 2013 at 11am
Grades: Pre K - 3rd
Length: 55 minutes
Back by popular demand, the little caterpillar is returning! The triple-bill includes the story of The Very Hungry Caterpillar's metamorphosis into a beautiful butterfly, the fanciful account of Little Cloud's travels through the sky, and the Mixed-Up Chameleon's discovery of his own unique nature. The whimsical tales have enchanted generations; the award winning Mermaid Theatre’s acclaimed stage adaptation inspires and entertains.
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Curriculum Connections: Fine Arts, Language Arts, Health and Well Being, Science, Technology
Suggested Readings: The Very Hungry Caterpillar, Little Cloud, The Mixed-up Chameleon
Tomas & the Library Lady
Childsplay Theatre
Tuesday, November 12, 2013 at 10am & Noon
Grades: K-6th
Length: 65 minutes
Tomás loves stories. As the young son of migrant farm workers, he spends the summer with his family following the crops north from Texas to Iowa, passing long days in the fields listening to his grandfather tell stories. Tomas’ curiosity brings him to Carnegie Library where the library lady recognizes his thirst for knowledge. His delight in books is equaled by his pride in teaching the librarian Spanish, trading knowledge and respect between generations and cultures.
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Curriculum Connections: Fine Arts, Language Arts, Health and Well Being, Social Sciences
Suggested Readings: Tomas and the Library Lady
Self Made Man: The Frederick Douglass Story
Phil Darius Wallace
Monday, Nov. 18, 2013 at 11am
Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2013 at 10am & Noon
Grades: 4th and up
Length: 60 minutes
Self-Made Man chronicles Frederick Douglass’ journey from slavery to freedom and the transformative power of education. Frederick Douglass was a believer in the equality of all people whether black, American Indian, immigrant or the rights of females. The audience will meet Frederick Douglass as a little boy, his powerful and loving grandmother, his cruel slave master, and finally Douglass as a free adult. The performance includes music, dancing, singing, speeches and poetry. The most powerful message in the story is how education transformed Frederick Douglass’ life.
Curriculum Connections: Fine Arts, Language Arts, Health and Well Being, Social Sciences
Suggested Readings: Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, Frederick Douglass: The Last Day of Slavery
Ladybug Girl & the Bug Squad and Otis the Tractor
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library/ Dollywood Entertainment
Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2013 at 11am
Thursday, Nov. 21, 2013 at 10am & Noon
Friday, Nov. 22, 2013 at 11am
Grades: Pre K - 3rd
Length: 45 minutes
In 1996, Dolly Parton launched Imagination Library. Her vision was to foster a love of reading among Tennessee’s preschool children and their families by providing them a book each month. Now Dollywood Entertainment is bringing Ladybug Girl and the Bug Squad and Otis the Tractor to the stage. Students go on an adventure with Lulu in Ladybug Girl and the Bug Squad and play in the haystacks with Otis, a fun-loving tractor who shows there’s a place for everyone!
Curriculum Connections: Fine Arts, Language Arts, Health and Well Being, Social Sciences
Suggested Readings: Ladybug Girl, Ladybug Girl and the Bug Squad, Otis
Stuart Little
Dallas Children's Theater Company
Monday, Nov. 25, 2013 at 10am & Noon
Grades: K - 5th
Length: 60 minutes
The Dallas Children’s theater returns with the timeless story of Stuart Little. All the charm, wisdom, and joy of E. B. White’s classic novel are brought to life as the mild-mannered Stuart learns to survive in his super-sized world of humans and discovers the true meaning of family, loyalty and friendship.
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Curriculum Connections: Fine Arts, Language Arts, Health and Well Being, Social Sciences
Suggested Readings: Stuart Little, Stuart Little (Spanish)
Sid the Science Kid
Mills Entertainment and Gables Grove Productions
Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2014 at 10am & Noon
Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2014 at 11am
Thursday, Jan. 23, 2014 at 10am & Noon
Grades: Pre K - 2nd
Length: 60 minutes
Join Sid, May, Gabriela and Gerald as they discover the excitement and curiosities of the world! With mysteries to explain and wonders to discover, Sid and his friends set off on a day of excitement and adventure, asking curious questions and finding cool answers. Teacher Susie is along to keep the music flowing as the kids and the audience explores the world around them with plenty of laughs to go around!
Curriculum Connections: Fine Arts, Language Arts, Health and Well Being, Social Sciences, Science, Technology
Frogz
Imago Theatre
Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2014 at 10am & Noon
Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2014 at 11am
Thursday, Feb. 20, 2014 at 10am & Noon
Friday, Feb. 21, 2014 at 11am
Grades: All Ages
Length: 65 minutes
The popular classic FROGZ! is acclaimed for its special brand of vaudeville, comedy, and Cirque Du Soleil-evoking acrobatics. FROGZ! combines dance, original music and special effects. A menagerie like no other- frogs, lizards, windbags, cowboys, sloths and penguins fill the stage with wit and wonder. The perfect combination of a zoo and a circus!
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Curriculum Connections: Fine Arts, Language Arts, Health and Well Being, Social Sciences, Science
Suggested Readings: National Geographic Readers: Frogs!, National Geographic Readers: Penguins!, Just what I'd do: If I ran the circus or if I ran the zoo
Black Violin
Black Violin
Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2014 at 11am
Thursday, Feb. 27, 2014 at 10am & Noon
Friday, Feb. 28, 2014 at 11am
Grades: All Ages
Length: 60 minutes
Virtuoso violinists Kev and Wil B are back to raise the roof sky-high with their funky fusion of classical, jazz, hip-hop, blues and R&B. Joining Kev and Wil B are DJ TK on the turntables, Beatdown on Drums and Joe Cello on Cello. Apollo Legends BLACK VIOLIN compose a concert just for you with booming new beats, classic faves and cool pop covers. With superstars Alicia Keys, Kanye West, Akon, Diddy and Linkin Park singing their praises, BLACK VIOLIN smashes musical stereotypes and will enthrall lovers of Bach and Beyoncé. They have inspired kids proving that their hearts are as big and soulful as their sound.
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Curriculum Connections: Fine Arts, Health and Well Being, Social Sciences, Technology
Suggested Readings: This Jazz Man, Yolonda’s Genius, Harlem Hustle, I See The Rhythm
The Intergalactic Nemesis Live-Action Graphic Novel
The Intergalactic Nemesis
Tuesday, April 1, 2014 at 10am
Grades: 3rd & Up
Length: 60 minutes
The year is 1933. Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Molly Sloan and her intrepid research assistant Timmy Mendez team up with a mysterious librarian from Flagstaff, Arizona, named Ben Wilcott. Together, they travel from Rumania to Scotland to the Alps to Tunis to the Robot Planet and finally to Imperial Zygon to defeat a terrible threat to the very future of humanity: an invading force of sludge-monsters from outer space known as the Zygonians. This one-of-a-kind theatrical experience mashes up radio drama with comic-books. Three actors, one Foley artist, and one musician perform all the voices and sound effects, while overhead; an illustrated outer-space graphic novel unfolds on a GIANT screen. The Intergalactic Nemesis is a spectacle unlike any other and it's for the kid in everyone.
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Curriculum Connections: Fine Arts, Health and Well Being, Language Arts, Social Sciences, Science, Technology
Suggested Readings: Book One: Target Earth - Graphic Novel
We're Going On A Bear Hunt
Kids Entrainment
Tuesday, April 29, 2014 @ 10am & Noon
Wednesday April 30, 2014 @ 11am
Thursday May 1, 2014 @ 11am
Friday, May 2, 2014 @ 10am & Noon
Grades: Pre K - 2nd
Length: 55 minutes
We're Going On A Bear Hunt is brought vividly and noisily to life in this fun-filled stage adaptation of Michael Rosen's award-winning book. Join our fearless adventurers on their quest to find a bear; as they wade through the gigantic swishy swashy grass, the splishy splashy river and the thick oozy, squelchy mud! Full of rhymes and word play, this lively and lyrical stage adaptation features catchy songs and plenty of interactive, hands-on adventure for children.
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Curriculum Connections: Fine Arts, Health and Well Being, Language Arts, Social Sciences, Science
Suggested Readings: We're Going on a Bear Hunt
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