Student Matinees at McCarter

A class trip to a McCarter is an excellent and effective tool for enhancing many areas of study, including Language Arts, Social Studies, and World Languages.

McCarter student matinee performances are typically followed by a facilitated, 30-minute post-show discussion with members of the acting company. McCarter post-show discussions allow students to pose questions to actors and share collectively with their peers in making meaning of the performance and highlighting elements of personal resonance.

Student Matinee FAQ
Theater Etiquette Guide (PDF)

RESERVING TICKETS FOR YOUR SCHOOL

To reserve tickets, please complete and submit the McCarter Student Matinee Reservation Form. A Patron Services representative will contact you to discuss your reservation including:

• The details of the contract
• McCarter Theatre’s student matinee policies
• The non-refundable deposit payment required to hold your reservation
• Logistics on the day of your scheduled student matinee

For questions please email groups@mccarter.org

IN-SCHOOL ENRICHMENT

Enrich your students’ experience of a Student Matinee performance and deepen the overall impact of your trip to the theater through a McCarter In-School Enhancement Program available at an additional cost. For more information, please email education@mccarter.org.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

McCarter is dedicated to making the arts accessible to students regardless of their economic circumstances. If transportation is a barrier for your school’s attendance, please contact us to inquire about financial assistance at groups@mccarter.org.

2023-24 School Year Student Matinee Season