Student Matinees in Kansas City
Educational Performances
Inspiring Creativity
Kansas City Ballet reaches students and teachers of all backgrounds and experience levels through in-school lecture demonstrations and specially-priced student matinees.
Kansas City Ballet presents full-length morning performances for schools designed to enhance interdisciplinary learning, integrating dance with English Language Arts, Social Studies, and Music. Students will experience stunning choreography, elaborate sets, beautiful costumes, and the Kansas City Symphony!
The Nutcracker Student Matinee
December 7, 8, and 14 at 10:30 a.m.
A two-act ballet based on E.T.A. Hoffman’s story— featuring vibrant costumes, elaborate scenery, and stunning sets, this classic tale tells the timeless story of Clara, the Mouse King, and her Nutcracker Prince.
Choreography: Devon Carney
Music: Peter I. Tchaikovsky
Music performed by Kansas City Symphony
Location: Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, 1601 Broadway, Kansas City, MO 64108
Fee: All seats $12
Audience: Recommended for 2nd grade and older. For school groups at this special rate; 1 adult/teacher chaperone is required to accompany every 10 students that attend. Reservations are made on a first come first serve basis and groups must have a minimum of 10 students. Seating at 10:00 a.m.
Nutcracker Online Study Guide: A multimedia guide is accessible by a password for teachers bringing students to Nutcracker Student Matinees.
IMPORTANT! To reserve seats, please fill out our Nutcracker Order Form.
The form is due as soon as possible. To secure your reservation, there is a 20% deposit required, payable by credit card or check. Remaining and/or full payments are due only by check on or before the dates listed on the order form.
For more information, please contact April Berry.
Peter Pan Student Matinee
Friday, February 23, 2024, at 10:30 a.m.
It’s the classic family adventure for those who never want to grow up! Witness the magic of Peter Pan as he flies into the Darling family nursery, convincing Wendy, John, and Michael to join him for the adventure of a lifetime in Never Never Land, his enchanted home. The troublesome Tinker Bell, the Lost Boys, their nemesis Captain Hook, and a hungry crocodile all help bring J.M. Barrie’s fantastical tale to life.
Choreography: Devon Carney
Music: Carmen DeLeone
Music performed by Kansas City Symphony
Location: Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, 1601 Broadway, Kansas City, MO 64108
Fee: All seats $12
Audience: Recommended for 2nd grade and older. For school groups at this special rate; 1 adult/teacher chaperone is required to accompany every 10 students that attend. Reservations are made on a first come first serve basis and groups must have a minimum of 10 students. Seating at 10:00 a.m.
Peter Pan Online Study Guide: A multimedia guide is accessible by a password for teachers bringing students to Peter Pan Student Matinees.
IMPORTANT! To reserve seats, please fill out our Peter Pan Order Form.
The form is due as soon as possible. To secure your reservation, there is a 20% deposit required, payable by credit card or check. Remaining and/or full payments are due only by check on or before February 2, 2024.
For more information, please contact April Berry.
New Moves 2024 Student Matinee
Friday, March 22, 2024, at 11:00 a.m.
Enjoy brand new contemporary ballets created by nationally known choreographers and talented local choreographic voices from company dancers in Kansas City Ballet. New Moves is a chance to see the Kansas City Ballet company and some of tomorrow’s sought-after choreographers in an up-close and intimate space.
Students will experience a pre-performance introduction by Kansas City Ballet Artistic Director Devon Carney and a post-performance audience Q & A with some New Moves choreographers and dancers.
Location: Todd Bolender Center for Dance & Creativity, 500 W. Pershing Road, Kansas City MO 64108
Fee: All seats $12
Audience: Recommended for Middle and High School students and college students. For school groups at this special rate, 1 adult/teacher chaperone is required to accompany every 10 students that attend. Reservations are made on a first come first serve basis and groups must have a minimum of 10 students. Seating at 10:00 a.m.
FOR SCHOOLS ONLY: IMPORTANT! To reserve seats, please fill out our New Moves Order Form.
Form is due as soon as possible. To secure your reservation, there is a 20% deposit required, payable by credit card or check. Remaining and/or full payments are due only by check on or before March 1, 2024.
For more information, please contact April Berry.
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Email April Berry at aberry@kcballet.org.