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Arts Teach Kids Matinée Protocols Key Information about our Student Matinee Productions

Touring shows are selected based on availability, name recognition, curriculum connections, and artistic or cultural value.

Reservations

  • Reservations can be made by contacting Matt Waller, Director of Education at mwaller@riverparkcenter.org or 270-925-9976.
  • All seats are $6 — this includes students, teachers, and chaperones
  • Financial aid is available
  • Each show has two performances: 9:15am and 11:30am
  • Due to high demand, you’ll only be contacted if your selected performance is sold out

Before the Show

  • Study guides will be emailed to teachers one week before the performance
  • Seating is assigned based on:
    • Age of students (Pre-K and Kingergarten sit on ground level if possible)
    • Keeping schools together
    • Order of reservation

Arrival & Check-In

  • Upon arrival, please remain on your bus until instructed to enter
  • A RiverPark Center representative will greet you on the bus and give you a slip with your bus number — you’ll need it at dismissal
  • A staff member or volunteer will guide your group to your seats

During the Show

  • Enjoy the performance and help maintain a respectful environment for all attendees

Dismissal

  • At the end of the show, remain seated until your school and bus number are called
  • Staff will escort your group to the appropriate exit
  • Please be patient, as dismissal takes time due to the number of students attending

Lunch

  • Limited lunch space is available by request only
  • Reserved for schools traveling a long distance — must be arranged in advance