Student Matinees
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Bring learning to life
We welcome thousands of students and educators to the Guthrie each season to experience a live theater performance for shows like A Christmas Carol, Shakespeare plays and more. To help students build increased connections with the themes onstage, educators receive a show-specific play guide with educational resources before their visit.
We are currently accepting student matinee ticket requests for our upcoming 2026–2027 Season! If a production you wish to see is full, you may join the waitlist below. Click below to request tickets online or email Group Sales at [email protected] to get started.
We look forward to welcoming you and your students to the Guthrie!
UPCOMING PERFORMANCES
2026–2027 Season
- Wednesday, November 11
- Thursday, November 12
- Tuesday, November 17
- Wednesday, November 18
- Thursday, November 19
- Tuesday, November 24
- Tuesday, December 1
- Wednesday, December 2
To be added to a waitlist, please email [email protected].
- Tuesday, January 26
- Wednesday, January 27
- Thursday, January 28
To be added to a waitlist, please email [email protected].
- Tuesday, February 23
- Wednesday, February 24
- Thursday, February 25
- Tuesday, March 23
- Wednesday, March 24
- Thursday, March 25
- Tuesday, April 13
To be added to a waitlist, please email [email protected].
- Tuesday, April 20
- Wednesday, April 21
- Thursday, April 22
- Tuesday, April 27
- Wednesday, April 28 (LIMITED)
To be added to a waitlist, please email [email protected].
Add a pre-play orientation to your group order!
Back by popular demand, our lively, interactive pre-play orientations are led by a member of the Guthrie’s Artistic Team and help your group get ready to see the show. Together, students will explore the plot, characters and world of the production — setting the stage for a richer student matinee experience.
Pre-play orientation tickets are $5 per student. Capacity in the Dowling Studio is limited, so we recommend requesting your tickets when you submit your 2026–2027 Season group ticket order.
THINGS TO KNOW
Pricing
Regular-priced 2026–2027 Season student matinee tickets are $16 ($16.50 for A Christmas Carol).
Homeschool groups
Student matinee pricing applies to homeschool groups of any size. Please call Group Sales at 612.225.6244 for more information.
Bus parking
The Guthrie does not provide bus parking and options in the neighborhood are limited. Bus drivers are welcome to make their own parking arrangements, but be advised that buses may be ticketed for parking violations.
Media release
During student matinees, the Guthrie reserves the right to photograph or film audience members for use in printed or digital marketing materials. We recommend including this information in your communications to parents and guardians for awareness.
Student matinee workshops
Enhance your student matinee experience by requesting a customized workshop be added to your visit led by our Education Team. To submit a request, email [email protected].
Contact us
Questions? Email us at [email protected].
