Dear Friends, As I approach my upcoming two year anniversary in the Grit and Grind City, I have been reflecting back on my journey to get here. Travel, and the ability to see foreign places, experience rich cultures, and connect with new people is a way to learn about oneself and expand one’s mind and view. It allows us to celebrate and explore our differences while also understanding our shared humanity. At the Orpheum Theatre Group, we want to make it possible for everyone to share in the enriching experiences that travel can offer, even if they are unable to get there physically in person. And so, this year, our education and community engagement performances have been curated around the theme: Bringing the World to Memphis! At each of our Saturday Series shows, we will feature a different part of the world, and we invite you to explore new cultures, ideas, art forms, and languages. Whether jamming on the darbouka with Kattam from Morocco, singing along in Spanish with Mexican musician Sonia De Los Santos, or traveling “down under” with a classic Australian story book tale, we invite you to see the world through our shows! As a special incentive, we have included a “Passport to the Arts” in this guide for you and your family to have stamped at each show you attend. Attend all six and be entered to win a free subscription to next year’s Saturday Series line up and other special rewards! We also listened to your requests and are now offering special price tickets when you attend three or more shows in the Saturday Series as part of our new “Pick 3” Package. Details can be found on pages 8-9. We are especially excited to keep expanding our storytelling initiatives. Under our new ACTs of Engagement, these initiatives aim to provide access and the opportunity to create something that will transform both the participant and the audience alike. With the success of last year’s pilot programs including our Listen Up! digital documentary film, From Where I Stand theatrical play, and History Around Memphis Poetry Slam, ACTs of Engagement is just getting started. We are making space for all stories, and we cannot wait for you to share yours or come and listen to someone else’s and be inspired. Of course, all of your favorite programs like the High School Musical Theatre Awards, Teacher Professional Development, Mending Hearts, Camp SAY, Broadway 101 and more will all be returning as well! And we are thrilled to continue our Teaching Artist Training Program that was piloted last year. As we continue to work towards making the arts accessible to all, I want to highlight the many new, free programs we offer and the grant and scholarship opportunities available to almost all the others. These scholarships and our programs in general are simply not possible without the support of our generous sponsors. I want to thank them, along with all of you, for your continued investment in our commitment to arts education and community engagement and to helping our view of the world grow. Let’s set off on an international journey together and explore other places, cultures, and people! The Orpheum Theatre Group is now boarding for your arts programming to take flight! We look forward to exploring the world with you at the Orpheum and Halloran Centre without ever leaving the Bluff City! To transformative travels through the arts,
Jennifer McGrath Vice President of Education & Community Engagement Orpheum Theatre Group
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
DECLARATION OF ACTION We commit to engaging and collaborating with the people of the Mid-South through the transformative power of the arts.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 4 Student Matinee Field Trips
20 Camp SAY
6 Interactive Field Trips
22 Summer Camps
8 Saturday Series
24 Mending Hearts Camps
10 ACTs of Engagement
26 Teaching Artist Training Program
11 S.T.A.R. Council
27 Kids’ Night on Broadway
12 High School Musical Theatre Awards
28 Art Gallery
14 Broadway 101 & Backstage 101
29 Scholarships
16 Performing Arts Workshops
30 Policies & Procedures
18 Teacher Professional Development
31 Giving Opportunities & Partners
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STUDENT MATINEE FIELD TRIPS
Since 2002, the Orpheum Theatre Group’s Student Matinee Series has inspired thousands of students to explore the boundless possibilities of imagination. We bring high-quality theatre for young audiences from around the world to the Orpheum Theatre and Halloran Centre to educate and entertain students ranging from Pre-K through high school. Supplemental materials are available to help instructors connect the stage with the classroom curriculum.
KATTAM & HIS TAM TAMS | September 19 - 20, 2019 | Halloran Centre
Grades K - 5
Discover the Middle East, Africa, and India through rhythm, song, and dance!
FIESTA CON SONIA DE LOS SANTOS Grades Pre-K - 5 | October 31 - November 1, 2019 | Halloran Centre A musical celebration of cultural heritage in English and Spanish.
COMPANHIA URBANA DE DANÇA | November 7 - 8, 2019 | Halloran Centre
Grades 2 - 10
An energetic show that mixes contemporary Brazilian dance and hip-hop.
BALLET MEMPHIS’ THE NUTCRACKER | December 12 - 13, 2019 | Orpheum Theatre
All Ages
The beloved story and a holiday season tradition.
LESSONS OF HUMANITY Grades 5 - 12 | January 16 - 17, 2020 | Halloran Centre Stories from a former Ugandan refugee infused with music, humor, and hope.
ALVIN AILEY ® AMERICAN DANCE THEATER Grades 1 - 5 | February 14, 2020 | Orpheum Theatre An introduction to one of the world’s most popular modern dance companies.
DIARY OF A WOMBAT | March 13, 2020 | Orpheum Theatre
Grades K - 3
Non-verbal storytelling through puppetry and live music of the award-winning children’s book.
PSS PSS | April 9 - 10, 2020 | Halloran Centre
All Ages
A timeless, award-winning, non-verbal modern circus clown routine.
BALLET MEMPHIS’ CINDERELLA All Ages | April 17, 2020 | Orpheum Theatre The classic fairy tale brought to life through ballet.
INFORMATION REGARDING ARTS INTEGRATION GRANT OPPORTUNITIES FOR FREE TICKETS IS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEBSITE.
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INTERACTIVE FIELD TRIPS
BROADWAY BASICS GRADES 3 - 12 This Interactive Field Trip introduces 3rd-12th grade students to music and movement from the Orpheum Theatre Group’s Broadway season.
Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory or Disney’s Aladdin Interactive Field Trip builds students’ speaking, listening, and critical thinking skills and is fun and engaging for all experience and ability levels. Maximum registration size of TWO classrooms.
Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory: September 3 - 6, 2019* | September 9 - 12, 2019 *Homeschool Only: September 3
Disney’s Aladdin : January 21 - 24, 2020 | January 28 - 31, 2020
STEPPING INTO THE STORY GRADES PRE-K - 3 Stepping Into the Story gives students in Pre-K-3rd grade the opportunity to explore their favorite books through their bodies, voices, and imaginations. This field trip engages students in a hands-on, immersive workshop that explores creativity, connects to literature, integrates core subject area connections, and builds students’ speaking/listening skills. Maximum registration size of TWO classrooms. September 24 - 27, 2019 | February 4 - 7, 2020* *Homeschool Only: February 7
WRITING COMES ALIVE! GRADES 5 - 12 Using active games and creative exercises, students in 5th-12th grade will learn the principles of writing and storytelling through a unique improvisational lens. Starting with improvisational games and exercises, students will build their confidence in storytelling before tackling their own short plays and monologues. This field trip builds confidence, fosters imagination, and frees the inhibitions of even the most hesitant young writer. Maximum registration size of TWO classrooms. October 22 - 25, 2019* | February 10 - 13, 2020 *Homeschool Only: October 25
$8 PER STUDENT • $6 PER TITLE 1 STUDENT
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SATURDAY SERIES
Take the whole family on a trip around the globe without ever having to leave Memphis! With family-friendly shows from as far as Brazil, Uganda, Australia, and more, this year’s series is designed to share world cultures, ideas, and artistic styles from far and wide with families here in the Mid-South! Plus, with a low-cost ticket, series package options, and pre-performance engagement for everyone to participate in, the Saturday Series aims to provide a quality arts experience for the entire family, from the littlest of children to those who are simply young at heart! Come take a global adventure with us!
Please visit our website for a list of the most up-to-date pre-performance engagement activities.
KATTAM & HIS TAM TAMS All Ages | September 21, 2019 | 10am | Halloran Centre Discover the Middle East, Africa, and India through rhythm, song, and dance!
FIESTA CON SONIA DE LOS SANTOS All Ages | November 2, 2019 | 10am | Halloran Centre A musical celebration of cultural heritage in English and Spanish.
COMPANHIA URBANA DE DANÇA Ages 7+ | November 9, 2019 | 10am | Halloran Centre An energetic show that mixes contemporary Brazilian dance and hip-hop.
LESSONS OF HUMANITY Ages 9+ | January 18, 2020 | 10am | Halloran Centre Stories from a former Ugandan refugee infused with music, humor, and hope.
DIARY OF A WOMBAT *Sensory-Friendly Performance | March 14, 2020 | 10am | Orpheum Theatre
All Ages
Non-verbal storytelling through puppetry and live music. Based on the award-winning children’s book.
PSS PSS All Ages | April 11, 2020 | 10am | Halloran Centre A timeless and award-winning modern circus clown routine.
INDIVIDUAL TICKETS: $15 • GROUP DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE Discounted show packages available through January 17! Purchase three or more shows and save!
ACTs OF ENGAGEMENT
ACCESS. CREATE. TRANSFORM. Everyone has a story. The Orpheum Theatre Group values all stories and believes in making space for those stories to be shared. When we share stories and listen deeply to one another, we are able to question, reflect, grow, learn, and lean into the future with a more shared human understanding. We are able to transform ourselves, our communities, and our world. The Orpheum Theatre Group Education & Community Engagement department is proud to have piloted a variety of storytelling initiatives in its 2018-2019 season including: LISTEN UP! – a digital documentary storytelling initiative featuring students from St. Patrick Catholic School FROM WHERE I STAND – a theatrical storytelling initiative in partnership with Cazateatro Bilingual Theatre Group, Facing History and Ourselves, Refugee Empowerment Program, Stax Music Academy, and Shelby County Schools HISTORY AROUND MEMPHIS POETRY SLAM – a live poetry event to engage the entire community in the lead-up to Memphis performances of the revolutionary Broadway musical Hamilton All of our ACTs of Engagement Programs are offered completely FREE. Details on this year’s ACTs of Engagment coming soon. For more information and to find out how to participate, visit Orpheum-Memphis.com/ACTs 10
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S.T.A.R. COUNCIL
The purpose of the Orpheum S.T.A.R. Council (Students Take A Role) is to provide students the opportunity to volunteer and gain a knowledge of the Orpheum Theatre and the Halloran Centre. Participants learn what it takes to operate these facilities while volunteering at various events throughout the academic year. High school students, grades 9-12, are invited to apply. S.T.A.R. Council members help support the Saturday Series, engage in community projects, and serve as ambassadors for the Orpheum High School Musical Theatre Awards.
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HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL THEATRE AWARDS
The Orpheum High School Musical Theatre Awards supports, promotes, and enhances high school musical theatre throughout the Mid-South. Modeled after the Tony Awards®, the High School Musical Theatre Awards recognizes achievements in all areas of high school musical theatre and brings together hundreds of students from all over the region to share their talents and collaborate with one another. This program is part of The Jimmy Awards®, the national high school musical theatre awards program produced by The Broadway League that includes over 40 programs from across the country. The year of high school musicals concludes in a celebration of the passion, dedication, and energy of students and teachers involved in producing musical theatre. Participants gather at the historic Orpheum Theatre for an unforgettable night of performance and awards presentation.
Please join us for the 2020 High School Musical Theatre Awards on THURSDAY, MAY 21, 2020.
For more information about the program, please contact education@orpheum-memphis.com or (901) 529-4244.
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BROADWAY 101 WORKSHOPS
BROADWAY 101 gives students in grades 7-12 the opportunity to learn songs and choreography from Broadway professionals. Registration includes a workshop with a touring cast member of a Broadway show, a Q&A session, a personalized keepsake lanyard, dinner, and a ticket to the show following the workshop. For students in grades 3-6, we offer BROADWAY 101 JR. where your little ones can learn from big talent! Registration includes a workshop with a touring cast member of a Broadway show, a Q&A session, and a personalized keepsake lanyard. Broadway 101 Jr. does not include
dinner or a ticket to the performance. With BACKSTAGE 101, students in grades 7-12 will get an inside look at technical theatre. Registration includes a workshop with a touring crew member of a Broadway show, a Q&A session, a personalized keepsake lanyard, dinner, and a ticket to the show following the workshop.
DEAR EVAN HANSEN Broadway 101: October 10, 2019 | $60 Backstage 101: October 10, 2019 | $60
HELLO, DOLLY! Broadway 101: December 19, 2019 | $50 Broadway 101 Jr.: December 20, 2019 | $30
ROALD DAHL’S CHARLIE & THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Broadway 101 Jr.: January 17, 2020 | $30
THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Backstage 101: February 6, 2020 | $50
DISNEY’S ALADDIN Broadway 101: March 5, 2020 | $60 Broadway 101 Jr.: March 6, 2020 | $30 Backstage 101: March 5, 2020 | $60
A BRONX TALE Broadway 101: April 9, 2020 | $50
COME FROM AWAY Broadway 101: July 23, 2020 | $60
LIMITED SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
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PERFORMING ARTS WORKSHOPS
MONOLOGUE & AUDITION PREP GRADES 9 - 12 This two-day workshop will improve your skills in voice, auditioning, character, script analysis, and basic acting skills by working on a monologue. Students will be guided through selecting, analyzing, and performing a monologue to expand their audition repertoire and provide new experiences to actors. Two-day workshop: September 14 & 21, 2019 | 1 - 4pm Tuition: $50
FALL BREAK BOOTCAMPS: MUSICAL THEATRE INTENSIVES Dance! Sing! Act! Musical theatre performers are triple threats that can do all three. This intensive will cover vocal, dance and acting techniques using songs from the musical theatre canon to develop characters, scene study for acting, and musical theatre choreography. GRADES 9 - 12 : October 17, 2019 | 10am - 3pm | Tuition: $45 GRADES 6 - 8: October 18, 2019 | 10am - 3pm | Tuition: $45
OPEN JAR INSTITUTE MUSICAL THEATRE WORKSHOP GRADES 8 - COLLEGE SENIOR If you have ever dreamt of performing on a Broadway stage, then this is the workshop for you! Join us for a musical theatre workshop where you will have the opportunity to work one-on-one with Broadway professionals affiliated with Open Jar Institute in New York City. All participants are encouraged to audition for Open Jar’s 2020 summer program, held in New York City, after the workshop. WORKSHOP: January 4, 2020 | 10am - 3pm | Tuition: $75 OPTIONAL AUDITIONS: 3:30 - 5pm
STAGE MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP FOR STUDENTS GRADES 9 - 12 In this workshop, we’ll explore the basics of managing the audition, rehearsal, and production process. Learn how to help your director and designers communicate and realize their vision for the show. We’ll work through setting up your script, taking blocking notes, and getting ready for technical rehearsals to ensure you have the tools to manage any show with ease. January 25, 2020 | 10am - 2pm | Tuition: $20
LIMITED SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
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TEACHER PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The Orpheum Theatre Group is proud to be a KENNEDY CENTER PARTNERS IN EDUCATION TEAM, in collaboration with Shelby County Schools. Through this program, we bring Kennedy Center teaching artists to work with teachers across the Mid-South. These arts integration specialists provide educators with the tools and strategies to transform classrooms. Arts integration learning has shown to increase literacy, raise test scores, and help develop key communication skills. In short, arts integration makes learning fun while creating more enthusiastic, creative, and empathetic students.
The following workshops are held at the Halloran Centre: Students as Curators: Demonstrating Learning by Creating Exhibits Monday, September 9, 2019 | 4:15-7:15pm | Instructor: Peg Koetsch Assess Learning Through Student-Created School Exhibitions Tuesday, September 10, 2019 | 4:15-7:15pm | Instructor: Peg Koetsch Access to the Arts for All: A Journey from Parent to Advocate for Change Monday, October 21, 2019 | 4:15-7:15pm | Instructor: Ryan Hourigan Reaching Students with Autism Through the Arts: Implications for Inclusive Arts Classrooms Tuesday, October 22, 2019 | 4:15-7:15pm | Instructor: Ryan Hourigan English Language Learners: Building Academic Vocabulary in Social Studies Through Creative Movement Monday, November 18, 2019 | 4:15-7:15pm | Instructor: Lorena Cervantes Who’s the Hero? Confronting Bullying Through the Arts Tuesday, December 3, 2019 | 4:15-7:15pm | Instructor: Karen Erickson The Drama of Science Wednesday, December 4, 2019 | 4:15-7:15pm | Instructor: Karen Erickson
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CAMP SAY
This free two-day camp designed for ages 8-18 helps young people who stutter develop self-confidence, improve communication skills, and build community. The Orpheum Theatre Group is thrilled to partner with New York City-based, nationally recognized non-profit SAY: The Stuttering Association for the Young.
Camp SAY Across the USA: Memphis offers team-building and confidence-building exercises, plus a broad variety of fun games and group activities to choose from, ranging from improvisation to arts and crafts. Campers also participate in small groups to create an original artistic work — such as a play, poem, song, dance, or visual art piece — under the guidance of Camp SAY’s seasoned leadership staff and the Orpheum cohort of teaching artists. It’s truly a time of celebration and empowerment, with each child receiving the time they need to express themselves fully! Camp also includes a parent/caregiver education workshop and support group, where parents and caregivers can learn more about stuttering, share their experiences, and meet other parents/caregivers of children and teens who stutter.
NOVEMBER 23 - 24, 2019 Camp SAY is offered to participants at no cost.
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SUMMER CAMPS
RISING STAR CAMP Students entering Grades 3-5
| Camp Fee: $250
Join us for a week filled with creativity and imagination! Campers work together to act, improvise, and rehearse songs and choreography from Broadway musicals. Our professional teaching artists will create a final showcase with campers to share with family.
BROADWAY BOOTCAMP Students entering Grades 6-8 | Camp Fee: $250 Future stars shine onstage while working alongside accomplished professional teaching artists during daily acting, dance, and voice rehearsals where they create a final showcase highlighting Broadway musical numbers.
MUSICAL THEATRE INTENSIVE Students entering Grades 9-12 | Camp Fee: $300 For students serious about pursuing musical theatre, join Broadway and Memphis professionals for five days of intense, conservatory-style, musical theatre training. Master classes will include voice and dance techniques, audition preparation/execution, headshot and résumé coaching, and more. This session is by application only. An application with submission materials is required to be accepted to the program.
TECHNICAL & DESIGN THEATRE INTENSIVE Students entering Grades 9-12 | Camp Fee: $300 This week-long program focuses on what goes on behind the scenes in costumes, lighting, scenery, sound, stage management, hair and makeup, and more! The camp is designed for students with some prior knowledge or experience in one or more of these areas or for someone who is deeply passionate about backstage production work. The camp also focuses a great deal on the collaborative process for designers and technicians and culminates in a final group project. An application with submission materials is required to be accepted to the program.
CAMP DATES ANNOUNCED & REGISTRATION OPENS JANUARY 2020. SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE. Each camp requires a $50, non-refundable deposit. Final payments due in full three weeks prior to first day of camp.
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MENDING HEARTS CAMP
CREATING HOPE THROUGH THE PERFORMING ARTS This performing arts day camp is for children who have experienced the death of one or both parents. Surrounded by a community of peers who have experienced a similar loss, campers explore their creativity through acting, music, movement, and design classes. Teaching artists, supported by group leaders, facilitate activities that encourage ensemble work and celebrate the unique talents of each individual camper, giving them a creative voice to express themselves and build self-confidence as they collaborate to create a final showcase. Campers are also given the opportunity to experience sharing time and a variety of specials. During sharing time, adult community leaders share their experience of losing a parent and speak about how that experience impacted their life. Campers then have the opportunity to reflect in small group counseling sessions with professional healing counselors. Specials range from yoga to drumming to painting and more! Guest artists vary so that students experience a wide variety of art forms. To best serve the needs of campers, Mending Hearts Camp is grouped into two sessions: Campers entering Grades 3-5 and Campers entering Grades 6-8.
COST: $50 PER FAMILY Scholarships are available — no child will be turned away due to financial hardship. Camp dates announced and registration opens in February 2020. Please check the website for further details.
TEACHING ARTIST TRAINING PROGRAM
The Orpheum Theatre Group Teaching Artist Training Program seeks to train local artists and educators to leverage their artistic practice in creating high-quality instruction and facilitation for youth and communities throughout the Mid-South. The Orpheum Theatre Group cultivates an annual cohort of trained teaching artists made up of passionate, energized, disciplined, collaborative, and open-minded artists who represent diverse cultural backgrounds, communities, and artistic disciplines in theatre, music, design, and movement. With the goal of elevating the standard for teaching artistry in the region, the program aims to equip local, regional, and national artists with the skills to formulate sustainable careers as teaching artists while continuing to enrich the artistic landscape of the cities in which they choose to reside. In addition to participating in all mandatory training sessions, participants have required readings, draft lesson plans, and participate in a sample lesson for evaluation. Mentorship, coaching, and professional development in both artistic practice and pedagogy are ongoing for graduates of the program who are selected for employment by the Orpheum Theatre Group. Dates for our 2020 cohort and information sessions will be announced in late 2019. For more information, please call (901) 529-4282.
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KIDS’ NIGHT ON BROADWAY
We pull out all the stops for Kids’ Night on Broadway! In partnership with The Broadway League, Kids’ Night on Broadway aims to introduce young people to Broadway shows at the Orpheum by treating them to a FREE ticket when accompanied by a full-paying adult to select participating shows. These first timers and young audience members participate in preshow activities, receive special behind the scenes information, and giveaways as available. It’s the perfect way to introduce a young person in your life to the magic and beauty of Broadway! *Limited number of tickets available for participating shows only. Check the website for details and restrictions.
HALLORAN CENTRE ART GALLERY
In January of 2019, the Orpheum Theatre Group was proud to launch the first exhibit in our brand new Halloran Centre Art Gallery. Located on the 2nd floor of the Halloran Centre, this gallery is meant to give student artists the opportunity to exhibit their work and take pride in having it on display downtown. The goal of the art gallery is to continue creating space for young people to express themselves and aims to encourage a sense of investment in the Halloran Centre Education spaces, which are ultimately for them. New exhibits are installed each quarter and launched with an opening reception for the student artists to share work with their families, friends, teachers, principals, and the community. Working with partners to curate the exhibits builds stronger relationships between the Orpheum and the communities we serve. To date, work has been displayed in partnership with Whitehaven Elementary School, Havenview Middle School, Whitehaven HighSchool, Bruce Elementary School, and Central High School. Gallery hours are Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, or by special appointment. If you are interested in making a viewing appointment or being considered as an artist or partner in exhibition, please contact education@orpheum-memphis.com with the words ART GALLERY in the subject line.
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SCHOLARSHIPS & FINANCIAL AID The Orpheum Theatre Group is committed to making education and community programming accessible to all. For more information on scholarships or financial aid, please call (901) 529-4242 or email education@orpheum-memphis.com
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POLICIES & PROCEDURES
STUDENT MATINEE SERIES POLICIES & PROCEDURES
INTERACTIVE FIELD TRIPS POLICIES & PROCEDURES
Payment: A 20% non-refundable deposit is due at least sixty (60) days prior to the field trip. The final balance must be paid in full no later than thirty (30) days before the field trip. Your registration may be canceled if payment is not received by then. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, check, or cashier’s check and be paid to the “Orpheum Theatre Group”. Payments go directly to the Education department and do not go through the box office. Specific information will be included in your invoice and registration confirmation.
Registrations: School groups grades PreK-12 can register online. There is a minimum of fourteen (14) students and a maximum of thirty (30) students per school group. You can edit or cancel your registration up until 4 weeks before the field trip.
Cancellations and Changes: Adjustments to ticket numbers and/or cancellations may be made online up to thirty days (30) prior to the performance. After this date, changes are subject to availability and must be made by calling 901-529-4242. Refunds: All deposits are non-refundable. The balance payment is not refundable if your group decides to cancel after four weeks out from the day of your field trip. Refunds will only be issued if the Orpheum Theatre Group cancels an event. The Orpheum Theatre Group follows Shelby County School system’s inclement weather policy, e.g. if Shelby County Schools close for inclement weather, The Orpheum will cancel any field trip on that day. Chaperones: One complimentary teacher admission will be provided for every ten (10) students. Additional chaperones and all parents/guardians will be charged $15 each and must be included with the school’s reservation and payment. Tickets to school matinees are not sold in the box office. It is highly recommended that parents arrive with the school, or slightly before the school, to ensure they are seated with the group. Each adult will be issued a wristband and must be wearing the wristband to be admitted. Your school will receive the wristbands in the mail two (2) weeks before the show. Tickets and Seating: Student Matinee Series shows are general admission and groups are seated as they arrive. Doors will open at least 45 minutes prior to show time. Please plan to arrive at least 45 minutes before the show time to be sure that your group will be seated on time. Incomplete groups may not save seats and will be seated separately if their arrival is scattered. Seating is at the sole discretion of the Orpheum education department. Groups arriving late may be seated in the dark. Accessibility: The Orpheum Theatre Group strives to make the arts available to everyone. We offer many services for patrons with special needs. When you register, please indicate any accessibility arrangements your group will require (i.e. wheelchairs, listening devices, ASL interpreter, etc.). Parking/Dismissal: Bus parking is free for Student Matinee Series shows and Orpheum Theatre Group personnel will direct bus drivers. For those arriving in cars, the Orpheum Theatre Group suggests parking in the MLGW parking garage (which will charge a fee) located on the corner of MLK and Front streets (entrance on Front). Several pay-lots do not allow business-day parking and will ticket or tow cars on their lots. We will dismiss schools one at a time after the show based on the location of your bus. Please be sure to get your driver’s contact information if they are not staying for the show. Please note the Orpheum Theatre Group does not validate or reimburse for parking.
Pricing: Student admission is $8 each, or $6 each for schools that qualify for Title 1 fund. One complimentary teacher admission will be provided for every fourteen (14) students. For Special Education classrooms, one complimentary teacher admission is provided for every ten (10) students. Payment: A 20% non-refundable deposit is required within sixty (60) days of your field trip to hold a reservation. Full payment is due four (4) weeks prior to the date of your field trip. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, check, or cashier’s check and be paid to “The Orpheum Theatre”. Payments go directly to the Education department and do not go through the box office. Specific information will be included in your invoice and registration confirmation. Refund Policy: All deposits are non-refundable. The balance payment is not refundable if your group decides to cancel after four weeks out from the day of your field trip. Refunds will only be issued if the Orpheum Theatre Group cancels an event. The Orpheum Theatre Group follows Shelby County School system’s inclement weather policy, e.g. if Shelby County Schools close for inclement weather, the Orpheum Theatre Group will cancel any field trip on that day. Arrival: We start promptly at 9:00am and suggest you plan to arrive between 8:30-8:45am. All classes will be held in the Halloran Centre for Education (next door to the Orpheum Theatre) at 225 S. Main Street. Our education staff will meet you in the lobby. Accessibility: The Orpheum Theatre Group strives to make the arts available to everyone. We offer many services for patrons with special needs. When you register, please indicate any accessibility arrangements your group will require (i.e. wheelchairs, listening devices, ASL interpreter, etc.). Parking: Buses can park on Main Street in front of the Halloran Centre or Orpheum Theatre. For those arriving in cars, The Orpheum suggests parking in the MLGW parking garage (which will charge a fee) located on the corner of MLK and Front streets (entrance on Front). Several paylots do not allow business-day parking and will ticket or tow cars on their lots. Please note The Orpheum Theatre Group does not validate or reimburse for parking. What to Wear: We suggest that students wear closed toe shoes and clothing that is easy to move in and breathable. Chaperones: One to two teachers will be admitted per class. All parents/ caretakers and additional adults remain in the lobby to limit distractions for the students. Each adult will need to sign in and receive a nametag upon entry.
Theatre Etiquette: Please make sure all cell phones are off or in silent mode and are out of sight during the show. It is unlawful to take pictures or record video during the performance. Gum, food, and drinks of any kind are prohibited in the theatre, and concessions are not sold at Student Matinee Series shows.
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GIVING OPPORTUNITIES The Orpheum Theatre Group is a nonprofit that relies on community support to provide vital arts education programs to Mid-South students. You can help open up the world of performing arts to more young people and help bring the world closer by contributing to the newly established Education Scholarship Fund. If you believe in the power of the arts to change students’ lives, please consider making a donation today.
Orpheum-Memphis.com/Donate (901) 525-7800 203 South Main Street, Memphis, TN 38103
PARTNERS The Orpheum Theatre Group Education & Community Engagement department recognizes the value of collaboration as we work to transform communities across the Mid-South. We are grateful and wish to acknowledge our partners from the previous 2018-2019 Season:
SPONSORS We are grateful to the following for their investment in arts education!