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DonateMake classic theater come alive for your students! We introduce over 15,000 students to theater each year – many for the first time. Your field trip to Great Lakes Theater is just a click away. All student matinee performance dates are subject to availability. Please contact Kelly Schaffer Florian at 216.453.4443 or via email with any questions.
All homeschool groups are eligible for the following adult ticket benefits:
• Each student may be accompanied by one parent or caregiver at the student matinee group rate of $15 per ticket.
• Additional adults (e.g., a second parent, grandparent or other immediate family member) are welcome to attend at the group sales rate of $20 per ticket
For homeschool groups of 10+ total attendees, the following additional benefit applies:
• One complimentary ticket will be provided to the designated organizer. The organizer must be the adult responsible for coordinating the reservation and serving as the primary point of contact.
Example: A homeschool organizer registers a group with nine (9) students and their accompanying four (4) parents (each parent qualifies for the $15 rate). One grandparent joins at the $20 rate. Since the total group size is 14, GLT will apply one complimentary ticket for the organizer.
Reservation Form is at the end of the page, below the show information. Please scroll to complete your reservation.
Please note: Order confirmations, invoices and all other student matinee correspondence will be sent via email.
Grades: This performance is appropriate for all grade levels.
Runtime: 1 hour and 45 minutes (including intermission)
All matinees begin at 11am, at the Mimi Ohio Theatre, Playhouse Square
About the Show
By Charles Dickens
Adapted and Originally Directed by Gerald Freedman
Experience the magic, wonder and joy of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol! Join Mother Cleaveland as she reads this classic to her family and ignites her youngest child’s vivid imagination, bringing the iconic tale to life before his eyes. With stunning visuals and heartfelt storytelling, this beloved tale of transformation captures the true spirit of the season. A must-see for all ages, this unforgettable production has enchanted generations and will create memories that last a lifetime.
Grades: This production is appropriate for middle and high school students.
Runtime: TBD
All matinees begin at 10am, at the Hanna Ohio Theatre, Playhouse Square
About the Show
By David Farr
Directed by Jaclyn Miller
Prepare for an exhilarating adventure as this gallant reimagining of the legendary tale takes you deep into Sherwood Forest, where the infamous Robin Hood and his band of outlaws navigate the fine line between rebellion and responsibility. With Prince John’s sinister grip tightening and tensions rising, the courageous Marion steps forward to inspire unity, challenge Robin’s choices and encourage the fight for a better future. Brimming with daring feats, electrifying action and a hint of romance, this compelling saga will awaken the hero in all of us!
Grades: This production is appropriate for middle and high school students.
Runtime: TBD
All matinees begin at 10am, at the Hanna Ohio Theatre, Playhouse Square
About the Show
By William Shakespeare
Directed by Sara Bruner
"Something wicked this way comes..." This spellbinding story weaves a tale of power’s intoxicating promise and the heavy toll it demands. This timeless tragedy captivates with unforgettable characters, Shakespeare’s incomparable language and the relentless exploration of power’s corrupting force. The boundaries between heroism and villainy blur as the question begs an answer: will ambition lead to greatness or doom? Don’t miss this enthralling journey into the heart of human desire, danger and destiny.
Grades: This production is appropriate for middle and high school students.
Runtime: TBD
All matinees begin at 10am, at the Hanna Ohio Theatre, Playhouse Square
About the Show
By Kate Hamill
Directed by Maggie Kettering
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s iconic detective duo is catapulted into a wild, modern-day adventure. Follow Sherlock Holmes and Joan Watson, quirky, codependent roommates turned unconventional crime-fighting team, as they navigate mysteries, mayhem and a little pandemic fog. This fast-paced, highly theatrical escapade reimagines the world’s greatest sleuthing partnership with bold new energy. Who’s solving who? Find out as they face a cunning adversary who just might hold all the cards. Mystery has never been so clever or so much fun!
No tickets will be mailed out; your group will have pre-assigned seats. Please note the payment due date listed on your paperwork. You may decrease your number of tickets up until the payment due date. No cancellations will be accepted or refunds given after that date. You are always welcome to increase your totals (based on availability) at any time. A link to a Teacher Preparation Guide will be emailed prior to your performance date. Please contact us with the number of buses that you will bring or include it on your paperwork.
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