Since the grand opening of RiverCenter in 2002, education has been an integral component of our mission. RiverCenter is proud to have served students and educators in our region with various experiences and resources that integrate the arts into the curriculum. Each season we present our ArtsReach Matinee series that are often tied to great literature for young people. These theatrical events showcase innovative presentations of both literature and STEAM content. We believe that it is not sufficient to simply present high-quality productions for school-age children, therefore each performance is accompanied by a standards-based study guide designed to make the pre and post-show experience more meaningful. Our matinees are presented at 9:30 and 11:30 am and some titles have “sensory-friendly” showings. These feature lower sound levels, brighter lighting, before-show tactile tours, a quiet room, and trained volunteers.
Other ArtsReach activities include:
- Artist residencies
- Workshops and master classes for both students and educators
- Pre and post-performance talks
- Free concert events of select international touring ensembles
For information on our ArtsReach Matinees and events and to purchase tickets for your school group, please contact Berkley Beach at bbeach@rivercenter.org.