Student Matinees
Grades 8+
Experience the magic of live theatre! Bring your students to a matinee performance of our mainstage productions. Student matinees include a study guide to prepare before the show and a talkback with the production to deepen learning after the show.
DETAILS:
- All Student Matinees begin at 10:30am
- Student tickets are $12/student or free for eligible schools*
- Chaperone tickets are free
- Each student show comes with a study guide and post-show talkback with the production and education staff
- Workshops led by Northlight Teaching Artists are available following select productions
- All productions are suitable for students in 8th grade and older unless otherwise indicated.
*If you are a public school where the majority of your students qualify for free and reduced lunches, you may be eligible for free tickets. Contact us at education@northlight.org to confirm your eligibility or indicate your interest via the reservation form below.
2025-26 School Year
The First Lady of Television
Tuesday, September 30 @ 10:30 am
By James Sherman
In 1950, Gertrude Berg was the popular creator and star of America’sfirst family sit-com, The Goldbergs. When a co-star is accused ofcommunism, onscreen comedy shifts to backstage drama, at anintersection of art, religion, and politics that is shockingly relevant fortoday.
Gaslight
Thursday, December 11 @ 10:30 am
By Steven Dietz
Based on the original play by Patrick Hamilton
In this haunting mystery, a seemingly perfect marriage devolves into something sinister. Gaslight thrillingly delves into psychological manipulation, where the truth is fickle for characters and audience alike. Based on the acclaimed play and 1944 film that gave rise to the term “gaslight.”.
Mary Jane
Thursdays, February 5 & 12 @ 10:30 am
By Amy Herzog
Mary Jane is a resilient young mother caring for her very sick child. Despite the reality of illness, she finds herself building a community of women from all walks of life. A powerful and compassionate portrait of caregiving and the importance of ordinary human kindness.
The Angel Next Door
Thursday, April 30 @ 10:30 am
Young author Oliver Adams is on the brink of success, with his novel set to be published and adapted for Broadway! When he, the playwrights, and his longed-for leading lady all converge for a weekend getaway, he learns his muse may not be so angelic, and only the power of theatre can save the play, his novel, and his heart.
STUDY GUIDES:
All matinees include a guide to help teachers better prepare their students for the show. Study guides will be made available one month prior to each matinee.
If you are a public school where the majority of your students qualify for free and reduced lunches, you may be eligible for free tickets and bus reimbursement.
QUESTIONS:
Contact us at education@northlight.org