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Arrival
A member of the Education Team will hop on your bus to greet your group. When you enter the building, please check in at the Concierge Desk in the lobby. We recommend that groups arrive 20–30 minutes early.
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Pre-show
Optional 30-minute presentation by the Education Team. Reservations required.
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10:30 a.m.
Performance begins. Please review our First Timer's Guide with your students in advance.
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Post-show
Optional 30-minute discussion hosted by the Education Team. Reservations required.
Student Matinees
Laugh, be moved and engage
For many Minnesotans, their introduction to theater was a field trip to the Guthrie where they saw stories onstage that illuminated our common humanity. Through our student matinees, we create a positive learning environment that values thoughtful questioning, recognizes mistakes as learning opportunities, and encourages honest and open dialogue.
Educators are invited to use the resources on this page to help create the best educational experience for you and your students at the Guthrie.
General information
Pricing
We are dedicated to providing students with artistic experiences regardless of their ability to pay. Pricing is subject to availability and based on the school’s free/reduced school meals percentage and current student enrollment.
- Regular-priced student matinee tickets: $16 ($20 for A Christmas Carol)
- 30% to 49% free/reduced school meals: $10 tickets
- 50% to 64% free/reduced school meals: Free for up to 10% of student enrollment; $5 for each additional ticket
- 65% or higher free/reduced school meals: Free for up to 20% of student enrollment; $5 for each additional ticket
Grant opportunities
To inquire about Guthrie grant opportunities, call Group Sales at 612.225.6244 or 1.877.225.6211 (toll-free) or email groups@guthrietheater.org.
Homeschool groups
The pricing listed above applies to homeschool groups of any size. Please call Group Sales at 612.225.6244 or 1.877.225.6211 (toll-free) for more information.
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