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The Gruffalo Hansel & Gretel: A Darius & Twig Darius & Twig Bus Subsidy Program Wickedly Delicious Guess How Much I Love Journey to Oz Lula del Ray Dance Showcase Musical Treat You & I Love My Little Journey to Oz The Secret Life of Broadway Buzz Fair on the Square Story Book Suitcases Mr. Popper’s Penguins Broadway Dreams Triple Teacher Resource Hansel & Gretel: A Lula del Ray Threat Intensive Guides Wickedly Delicious The Secret Life of Musical Treat Suitcases Broadway Buzz Broadway Summer Camp Journey to Oz A Very Electric Careers in the Careers in the Christmas Performing Arts Performing Arts Mr. Popper’s Penguins Classroom Connections Dance Showcase Dance Showcase The Secret Life of Workshops Suitcases Discovering the The Dazzle Awards Disney Musicals in Performing Arts A Very Electric Schools Discovering the Christmas Spotlight on Education Performing Arts Classroom Connections Spotlight on Education Workshops STARS

2 playhousesquare.org/educators 216-348-7909 4 6 FIELD TRIPSContents & PROGRAMS School Matinee Performances 4 Presented by University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital Classroom Connections Workshops 8 Teacher Resource Guides 8 Sensory-Friendly Opportunities 9 8 12 Discovering the Performing Arts 10 Bus Subsidy Program 11 Broadway Education Opportunities 12 Teen Programs 14 Dance Showcase 16 Disney Musicals in Schools 16 Fair on the Square 16

14 15 PLANNING YOUR VISIT Registration Procedures 17 playhouse square Order Form 19-22 Mission statement A not-for-profit arts center that presents and produces a wide variety of performing arts, advances arts education and creates a destination that is a superior location for entertainment, business and residential living, thereby strengthening the economic vitality of the region 16

Community Engagement & Education Hotline: 216-348-7909 Community Engagement & Education Online: playhousesquare.org/educators 3 2017-2018

HANSEL & GRETEL: A WICKEDLYSchool DELICIOUS MUSICAL MatineeTREAT October 24-27, 2017 Valley Performing Arts Center RECOMMENDED FOR GRADES: K-6 THEATRE Music and Lyrics by GRAMMY nominated songwriter, Justin Roberts Gather up your students for this engaging, musical retelling of one of The Grimm Brothers’ most memorable fairy tales. Still reeling from the disappearance of their mother and classmates, Hansel believes with all of his heart that he’s found a way to rescue them deep within the Forbidden Forest. Doubtful, the streetwise Gretel nevertheless accompanies her brother. When they come across a house made entirely of candy, their bond and beliefs are put to the test. The Grimm Brothers bring the story to life with a rock and roll score amidst an animated wonderland inspired by the whimsy of Lemony workshops available Snicket and Roald Dahl. Nationally produced playwrightErnie Nolan teams up with Grammy-nominated “kindie” artist Justin Roberts to SEE PAGE 8. create a wickedly delicious musical treat.

A VERY ELECTRIC CHRISTMAS December 6-7, 2017 Lightwire Theater RECOMMENDED FOR GRADES: K-5

Brighten your holidays with Lightwire Theater’s A Very Electric Christmas! Audiences of all ages will treasure this magical and captivating tale of family, friendship and hope set to timeless holiday hits from Nat King Cole, Mariah Carey, Tchaikovsky and more. In this wonderful story, Santa’s helpers are putting the final touches on presents as a young bird named Max and his family head south for the winter. When Max gets blown off course during a snowstorm, he ends up alone and lost at the North Pole. As he tries to make his way home, his adventure begins when he encounters friendly caroling worms, dancing poinsettias, Nutcracker soldiers, mischievous mice and an evil Rat King. This delightful holiday production will make children wide-eyed with delight and warm even the smallest of hearts.

4 playhousesquare.org/educators 216-348-7909 PerformancesMR. POPPER’S PENGUINS January 23-26, 2018 Adapted for the stage by Pins and Needles Productions RECOMMENDED FOR GRADES: K-5 OHIO THEATRE Based on the novel by Richard and Florence Atwater In the small town of Stillwater, Mr. and Mrs. Popper are pleasant, practical, predictable people. But when a package for the Poppers produces a penguin, chaos waddles into their lives. Soon, the Poppers open their home and hearts to not one, not two, but to a bunch of boisterous black and white birds. With catchy songs and penguin puppets aplenty, Mr. Popper’s Penguins, a brand new musical adapted for the stage by Pins and Needles Productions (Bristol, UK), will have you chirping with cheer!

DARIUS & TWIG March 1-2, 2018 A Kennedy Center world premiere commission RECOMMENDED FOR GRADES: 6 and up OHIO THEATRE Based on the novel Darius & Twig by New York Times Best-Selling author Walter Dean Myers

On Harlem’s 145th Street, teenage best friends Darius and Twig dream of a world beyond the confines of their daily lives. Darius is a writer, whose latest story might be published in a magazine – if only he can keep his alter ego, a fierce falcon, in check. And Twig is a runner, whose speed and endurance might bring him a scholarship – if only he can impress college scouts at an upcoming meet. But with Darius’s mother barely scraping by, pressure from Twig’s uncle to give up racing, and bullies Midnight and Tall Boy constantly on their case, these true-blue allies may not truly be free to use their gifts

Based on the award-winning novel by Walter Dean Myers, this captivating tale about the power of friendship takes the late author’s “unerring eye for what’s real and meaningful in life” (Newsday) to depict visceral scenes of inner-city struggle with sensitivity and wit. Street-smart and suspenseful, playful and profound, Darius & Twig is ultimately the story of two young men who must overcome obstacles by finding the best within themselves. (Please note: This play includes choreographed staged violence and a prop gun.)

216-348-7909 playhousesquare.org/educators 5 THE GRUFFALO March 6-9, 2018 Tall Stories RECOMMENDED FOR GRADES: Pre-K-2 OHIO THEATRE Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in Tall Stories’ magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Searching for hazelnuts, Mouse meets the cunning Fox, the eccentric old Owl and the party mad Snake. Will the story of the terrifying Gruffalo save Mouse from ending up as dinner for these hungry woodland creatures? After all, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo – is there?

*Special sensory-friendly performance for guests on the autism spectrum, Tuesday, March 6 at 11:30 a.m. For details, please visit playhousesquare.org/sensoryfriendly.

workshops available SEE PAGE 8.

GUESS HOW MUCH I LOVE YOU & I LOVE MY LITTLE STORYBOOK April 10-13, 2018 Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia RECOMMENDED FOR GRADES: Pre-K-2 OHIO THEATRE

Little Nutbrown Hare loves Big Nutbrown Hare as far as he can reach and as high as he can hop. But Big Nutbrown Hare loves Little Nutbrown as far as his long arms can reach and as high as his strong legs can hop. And so it continues…Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia adapts Guess How Much I Love You, the award-winning classic from author Sam McBratney and illustrator Anita Jeram. In I Love My Little Storybook, an eager little bunny lies on the grass, opens his book, and within moments, the story he’s reading comes alive in fascinating detail. From illustrator Anita Jeram comes this endearing celebration of the joy of reading! Guess How Much I Love You & I Love My Little Storybook is adapted, directed and designed by Jim Morrow with music by Steven Naylor and narrated by Beau Bridges.

*Special sensory-friendly performance for guests on the autism spectrum, Sunday, April 15 at 11:30 a.m. For details, please visit playhousesquare.org/sensoryfriendly.

6 playhousesquare.org/educators 216-348-7909 JOURNEY TO OZ May 1-4, 2018 EXPERIENtial Theater Company RECOMMENDED FOR GRADES: K-6 OHIO THEATRE

Journey to Oz celebrates the innovation and inspiration of author L. Frank Baum and illustrator W.W. Denslow – creators of the original Oz tales. In this magical new adaptation, the audience is invited to take an experiential Journey to Oz with Dorothy by singing, dancing and acting alongside professional actors. The audience takes on key roles including: Munchkins, Winkies and even principal characters, such as Dorothy played by six different children chosen from the audience during the show! When the iconic cyclone arrives, the entire theater enters the eye of the storm with sweeping lights and exciting music. “If you are in the room, you are in the show!” workshops available SEE PAGE 8.

THE SECRET LIFE OF SUITCASES May 1-4, 2018 An Ailie Cohen Puppet Maker Production Originally co-produced by the Unicorn Theatre, London RECOMMENDED FOR GRADES: K-8 WESTFIELD INSURANCE STUDIO THEATRE Larry works in an office and he likes it very much. He likes sorting and tidying and generally putting things in order. Everything in its place, a place for everything. But one day a suitcase suddenly appears at his door. A suitcase with a tiny label. A tiny label with Larry’s name on it. And this suitcase has a mission... Join Larry in The Secret Life of Suitcases as his world gets turned upside down by a fantastical flying suitcase taking him further than he ever thought possible. Follow Larry’s journey as he discovers the thrill of adventure and the joy of coming home again.

LULA DEL RAY May 4, 2018 Manual Cinema RECOMMENDED FOR GRADES: 5 and up Told almost entirely without dialogue, Lula del Ray is the story of a lonely adolescent girl who lives with her scientist mother on the outskirts of a vast satellite array. Set in the mid-century American Southwest and inspired by the music of Hank Williams, Roy Orbison and Patsy Cline, Lula del Ray is a mythic reinvention of the classic coming-of-age story. Lula Del Ray is performed with overhead projectors, shadow puppets, actors in silhouette and live music. “Dreamy in all sense of the word…fantastical…a Spectral Parade of images,” raves The New York Times! Lula del Ray was developed at the University of in the Theater and Performance Studies Program where Manual Cinema served as Ensemble-in-Residence.

216-348-7909 playhousesquare.org/educators 7 If you are bringing your class to a school matinee performance, consider enriching your field trip Classroom Connectionsexperience with in-school Classroom Workshops Connections Workshops! Workshops are available for the following shows: Hansel & Gretel: A Wickedly Delicious Musical Treat, The Gruffalo and Journey to Oz. Playhouse Square teaching artists facilitate 45-minute workshops tailored to your students’ needs so they can actively explore and connect with the art forms and themes they see during the performance. These workshops are designed to deepen the student experience with the fundamental learning and innovation skills inherently found in the performing arts including: critical thought, communication, collaboration and creativity.

For $160 (performance tickets additional), your class will receive both a pre- and post-show workshop in your classroom. A limited number of workshop subsidies are available for CMSD schools. Be sure to indicate your interest in scheduling workshops when completing your order form (pgs. 19-21).

Performance ticket orders must be confirmed prior to workshop booking. Workshops subject to availability.

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TEACHER RESOURCE GUIDES Teacher Resource Guides are available for each school matinee performance as well as Discovering the Performing Arts and Careers in the Performing Arts programs for middle and high school students. The guides offer valuable information, activities and critical thinking questions for teachers to share with their students before and after attending events at Playhouse Square. The content of these guides is aligned with the Common Core Standards in an effort to connect 21st Century learning skills with performing arts experiences. Teacher Resource Guides may be found online approximately one month prior to the school matinee performance or middle/high school field trip date at playhousesquare.org/eduresources.

8 playhousesquare.org/educators 216-348-7909 SENSORY-FRIENDLY PERFORMANCES

Playhouse Square is committed to ensuring that all individuals in the community have the opportunity to experience the transformative power of the arts regardless of their age or ability. To further this commitment, the Community Engagement & Education Department will give individuals with autism, sensory challenges or developmental disabilities the opportunity to enjoy the fine arts by presenting special sensory–friendly performances during the season.

For individuals with sensory, social and cognitive disabilities, a trip to the theater can be challenging. While entertaining for many audience members, the bright lights, big voices and theatrics typical of a traditional theater experience can quickly lead to sensory overload. For specifically designated performances, Playhouse Square will transform the Ohio Theatre into a sensory-friendly, comfortable and judgment-free space that is welcoming to all.

WHAT MAKES A PERFORMANCE “SENSORY-FRIENDLY?” Lower sound level, especially for startling or loud sounds. Guests are free to talk, leave their seats and move freely during the performance. Designated quiet areas within the theater. The Gruffalo Guess How Much I Love You & I Love My Little Storybook House Lights will be left on low throughout the Tuesday, March 6, 2018 at 11:30 a.m. Sunday, April 15, 2018 at 11:30 a.m. performance.

216-348-7909 playhousesquare.org/sensoryfriendly 9 q Discovering MIDDLE Performing SCHOOL STUDENTS Arts Friday, November 17, 2017 Idea Center® at Playhouse Square Friday, December 1, 2017 Workshop and lunch: $10 per student Friday, February 23, 2018 Workshop only: $6 per student Friday, March 16, 2018 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Students are introduced to three genres of performing arts - dance, drama and improvisation - through fun and interactive workshops led by local professional teaching artists. Students will learn speaking and listening skills, character development, critical thinking skills and how the arts are a vehicle for the expression of ideas. Teacher Resource Guides are provided to connect the experience across the curriculum, supporting the content standards.

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS Tuesday, December 12, 2017* Idea Center® at Playhouse Square Friday, February 9, 2018 Workshop and lunch: $10 per student 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Workshop only: $6 per student

Students deepen their understanding and experience of the performing arts through engaging workshops led by actors, choreographers and other professional artists. Representatives from local colleges will present information to students interested in pursuing the performing arts on a collegiate level. Teacher Resource Guides are provided to connect the experience across the curriculum, supporting the content standards.

*Sign up for Tuesday, December 12, and enjoy the opportunity to participate in our Careers in the Performing Arts Program (see pg. 12) from 1-2 p.m. at no additional cost. Students will hear from cast and crew members from the touring Broadway show On Your Feet! live in the Westfield Insurance Studio Theatre located in the Idea Center.

10 playhousesquare.org/educators 216-348-7909 BUS SUBSIDY PROGRAM Playhouse Square is committed to offering the most engaging arts experiences to educators Please note: and students, while providing the tools to connect these experiences to education standards in It is the school’s responsibility to reserve buses through its normal channels. Playhouse the classroom. Playhouse Square is, however, also aware of the increased challenges schools Square is not responsible for reserving and/or scheduling your transportation. are facing in planning and executing field trips for their students - particularly financial Playhouse Square remits payment to the school that has been approved for the bus challenges. Therefore, we are pleased to be able to offer bus subsidies to school groups subsidy, NOT the transportation agency. It is the school’s responsibility to pay the who may be deterred from attending our school matinee performances due to the cost of transportation agency itself and subsidies are paid to the school as a reimbursement of transportation. that cost.

If you are interested in receiving financial assistance for transportation to a school matinee All correspondence regarding Playhouse Square’s bus subsidy program should be directed to: performance, please review the following steps and submit your field trip order form with the “Bus Subsidy” option checked. Elizabeth Pantuso Community Relationships Supervisor APPROVED SCHOOL GROUPS WILL RECEIVE THE ACTUAL COST OF TRANSPORTATION, 1501 Euclid Avenue, Suite 200 UP TO A MAXIMUM OF $175/BUS ROUND TRIP. Cleveland, OH 44115 Limited funds are available. Recipients will be chosen based on need and/or order receipt date. [email protected] 216-640-8451 APPLICATION PROCESS 1. Review the “School Field Trip Registration Procedures,” complete and submit your school matinee performance order form with the “Bus Subsidy” option checked and questions completed. NOTE: the required 20% deposit and/or school purchase order number may be temporarily waived while your application is being considered. Should you be approved, this deposit and/or PO will be requested and is due within 2 weeks of approval to complete your field trip order. 2. Call Playhouse Square contact listed on this page to confirm receipt of submission. IF YOU ARE APPROVED FOR BUS SUBSIDY, THE FOLLOWING ACTIONS ARE REQUIRED: 1. Full payment of reserved tickets must be made 2 weeks prior to your scheduled field trip. 2. You must attend the designated performance. 3. Following your trip, provide the transportation invoice for your scheduled field trip – confirm receipt of this information with the Playhouse Square contact listed on this page. 4. Subsidies will be remitted within 30 days of invoice receipt.

216-348-7909 playhousesquare.org/educators 11 Broadway Education BROADWAY BUZZ Attending a KeyBank Broadway Series performance with your students? Be sure to take advantage of our FREE Broadway Buzz pre-show talks and post-show chats with the cast! These opportunities are sure to enrich your students’ experience at the theater. Pre-show talks hosted by the incomparable Joe Garry typically are held in the Idea Center® at Playhouse Square one hour prior to most Broadway Series performances. On Thursday evenings, stay in the theater to participate in post-show chats with cast members.

CAREERS IN THE PERFORMING ARTS DISTANCE LEARNING PROGRAM

1-2 p.m. Through a panel interview and Q&A session, students gain an understanding of Waitress October 24, 2017 the skills and competencies related to specific career fields in the performing On Your Feet! December 12, 2017 arts directly from touring Broadway professionals. Careers represented may Love Never Dies January 16, 2018 include actors, stage managers, dance captains, wardrobe supervisors, Rent – 20th Anniversary Tour March 13, 2018 company managers or other members of the cast and creative team. The Humans April 17, 2018 Aladdin May 8, 2018 Schools can connect through distance learning technology or join us live in the Idea Center® at Playhouse Square. Limited space is available. Register early if you wish to attend in person. To register, email [email protected] or call 216-916-6360.

Offered in partnership with WVIZ/PBS ideastream

James Monroe Iglehart. Disney’s ALADDIN Original Boradway Company. ©Disney. Photo by Cylla von Tiedemann.

12 playhousesquare.org/educators 216-348-7909 SPOTLIGHT ON EDUCATION OpportunitiesDesigned for middle and high school classrooms, Spotlight on Education provides curriculum-based educational opportunities tied to select Broadway shows at Playhouse Square. When you book a Spotlight on Education performance, you will receive two in-classroom workshops led by Playhouse Square teaching artists, an official show study guide and discounted tickets for you and your students.

Past Spotlight on Education programs have included Disney’s Newsies, Wicked, War Horse and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, and have served more than 2000 students. The 2017-2018 Spotlight on Education selection will be Rent, part of the KeyBank Broadway Series. For more information, please contact the Group Services Department by calling 216-640-8600 or emailing [email protected]. The Company of the RENT 20th Anniversary Tour. Credit Carol Rosegg, 2016. The Company of the RENT 20th Anniversary Tour. 216-348-7909 playhousesquare.org/educators 13 Teen Programs BROADWAY SUMMER CAMP June 26 – June 30, 2017 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. daily Idea Center® at Playhouse Square

Playhouse Square’s annual Broadway Summer Camp for high school students (ages 14-19) is a week-long musical theater intensive perfect for those who take acting, dance or singing lessons; participate in school or community theater productions; and/or plan to study musical theater in college or perform professionally.

The camp focuses on the triple threat of musical theater – acting, singing and dancing – and culminates with a final performance for family and friends at Playhouse Square. This year’s camp is being offered with the cast of AN AMERICAN IN PARIS. Included with registration is a professional headshot and a ticket to see AN AMERICAN IN PARIS at Playhouse Square on Wednesday, June 28, 2017 at 8:00 p.m.

Payment plans and scholarships are available. Call Julie Wagner at 216-640-8458 with questions and to register.

In partnership with BROADWAY DREAMS, Playhouse Square proudly offers: THE TRIPLE THREAT EXTREME NEW PROGRAM November 11-12, 2017 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Idea Center® at Playhouse Square

Triple Threat Extreme is a weekend immersive experience for people ages 14 and up who have a passion for learning directly from Broadway professionals. The program emphasizes three central Broadway Dreams tenets: delivering lyrics and dialogue with organic truth; telling a powerful story with exceptional vocal quality; and mastering movement technique with grace and style. Guided by a team of elite educators, students will take part in a two-day weekend intensive designed to illuminate the skills and stamina necessary to be a successful stage professional. For program details and enrollment information, please contact Amber McIntyre at [email protected] or call 216-640-8453.

14 playhousesquare.org/educators 216-348-7909 The Dazzle Awards inspire and honor excellence in high school musical theater, and recognize the importance of musical theater and arts education within the community. This regional program culminates with an awards showcase (modeled after the Tony Awards®) to recognize outstanding musical theater productions and students in a variety of categories. The winners in the Best Actor and Best Actress categories will participate in the National High School Musical Theatre Awards in and perform on Broadway. All categories are judged by an independent panel of adjudicators.

To be eligible to participate, your school: Can be public or private. Must be located in Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Media, Portage or Summit County. Must produce a full-length musical that runs between November 1, 2017 and April 25, 2018. STARS STUDENT VOLUNTEERS Must submit a completed application by October 2, 2017. Do your students need to earn volunteer hours? Our STARS program for high school students (ages 14-19) provides the opportunity to see what it takes for the show to go Should apply early! We are guaranteeing participation only on at the largest performing arts center in the country outside of New York City. Ushering for the first 25 schools to apply. two performances a month between October 2017 and May 2018, STARS are exposed to a variety of shows including the KeyBank Broadway Series, Children’s Theater Series, More information can be found at playhousesquare.org/dazzleawards. Huntington Featured Performances and more! Additional ushering opportunities are available during the summer months. The Dazzle Awards are affiliated with the National High School Musical Theatre New applicants must submit a complete application, including a personal essay for Awards presented by The Broadway League. review. Applications for the 2017-18 season will be available starting August 14, 2017 at playhousesquare.org/teens.

216-348-7909 playhousesquare.org/educators 15 17TH ANNUAL FAIR ON THE SQUARE DANCE SHOWCASE Monday, April 9, 2018 presented by Sheldon & Terry Adelman 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. State Theatre FREE Would you like to introduce your students to the art of dance for FREE? Each year, the Community Engagement & Education Department Fair on the Square is Northeast Ohio’s only education celebration and presents Dance Showcase. This annual performance showcases field trip expo for educators. Browse through field trip and curriculum Northeast Ohio’s finest dance companies and national guest artists in a enhancement opportunities from arts and cultural organizations and vast array of dance styles including tap, ballet, contemporary, modern network with fellow educators. Join us for free refreshments and prizes! and cultural dance. playhousesquare.org/faironthesquare September 8, 2017 7 p.m. Connor Palace playhousesquare.org/dance-showcase

DISNEY MUSICALS IN SCHOOLS Disney Musicals in Schools is an outreach initiative that develops sustainable musical theater programs for eligible Cuyahoga and Lorain County elementary schools. This exciting program presents a special opportunity to introduce the collaborative art of musical theatre to your school, strengthen your arts programming, and develop partnerships among students, faculty, staff, and the greater community. playhousesquare.org/disneymusicals

16 playhousesquare.org/educators 216-348-7909 REGISRATIONSchool Field Trip PROCEDURES The following procedures apply to all school matinee performances as For every 20 seats purchased, one (1) teacher/chaperone may attend free of well as Discovering the Performing Arts field trips. charge. Additional seats should be purchased to accommodate the teacher or chaperone requirements of your school or group.

REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS Discovering the Performing Arts Field Trips Please complete the order form and retain a copy for your records. Students: $6 per ticket Adults: Free Forms and payment should be returned to: Pizza lunch: $4 per person, regardless of age School Field Trips Playhouse Square 1501 Euclid Avenue, Suite 200 PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS Cleveland, OH 44115 A 20% non-refundable deposit is required at the time of your [email protected] registration. Payment can be made in the form of a check (school or Forms also may be faxed to the attention of School Field Trips personal), MasterCard, Visa, American Express or Discover. If these at 216-771-0217. Orders will only be accepted by fax when options are not available to you, a school purchase order is a legally accompanied by a school purchase order or credit card number for binding document which may be submitted in lieu of a deposit to payment (see payment instructions below). secure your order. If submitting a school purchase order, it must be Registration by phone is not accepted, but we are happy to for the full amount due. answer your questions. Invoices will be mailed to the individual listed on your order form. You will receive a confirmation within two weeks of receipt of All orders must be PAID IN FULL at least two (2) weeks prior to your order and deposit. If you have not received a confirmation your scheduled field trip or your field trip may be canceled. within two weeks, please re-submit your order and contact us at Purchase orders will not be accepted for late registrations (less 216-348-7909. than two weeks prior to the performance). Full payment is required for all late registrations. TICKET PRICES No refunds will be issued for changes in enrollment or for students School Matinee Performances who are absent the day of the performance. School groups greater than ten (10): $6 per ticket Cleveland Metropolitan School District: $3/ticket for all afternoon shows; ** If your school/district’s payment policies conflict with the $6/ticket for all morning shows aforementioned ordering procedures, please contact us for assistance at Small groups ten (10) or fewer: $11 per ticket 216-348-7909.

216-348-7909 playhousesquare.org/educators 17 REGISTRATION INFORMATION COMING TO THE THEATER Registration for all Playhouse Square school field trips opens April 24, 2017. For assistance in choosing the best shows for your class, please call the Education Hotline at Playhouse Square accepts registrations up to one week before an event, based on availability. 216-348-7909. The amount of tickets in your order can be adjusted up to three (3) weeks prior to your scheduled Please plan to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the start of your performance or field trip. performance, subject to availability. All school matinee performances are approximately one hour in length, unless otherwise noted. We reserve the right to cancel any reservation that is not paid in full two (2) weeks prior to your School groups attending via bus will not receive physical tickets but will be escorted to their performance or field trip date. assigned seats upon arrival to the theater. House Managers are assigned to each school matinee performance to oversee our volunteer ushers and provide guest services. Their office is located in the lobby of the theater should you WAITING LISTS need assistance before, during or after your school performance. We offer a waiting list for all sold-out field trips. We notify groups on the waiting list, when space In order to ensure the best experience for all of our guests, please be aware that inappropriate becomes available, in the order in which registration forms were received. behavior may result in disciplinary action or suspension from school field trips for one year. Home schools are required to submit certification with ticket orders. All members of home school parties must have a ticket for admission. INCLEMENT WEATHER AND “SNOW DAYS” We make every effort to get you and your students back to school in a timely manner. On average, If your school is closed due to inclement weather on the day of the scheduled field trip,please dismissal from a school matinee performance takes 25 minutes from the time the show ends, but notify our office prior to show time. Your school will receive credit toward a comparable field trip may take longer depending on the number of schools in attendance. Please plan accordingly. within the same season. Playhouse Square is not able to provide space for class lunches. If you would like a referral to a You must contact Playhouse Square within seven (7) business days of your canceled field trip nearby restaurant, please call the Education Hotline at 216-348-7909. to receive your credit and schedule an alternate trip. No children under age two are permitted in the theaters at school performances. NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED FOR INCLEMENT WEATHER. IMPORTANT: Due to the nature of the entertainment industry, all performances, dates and times listed in this catalog are subject to change without notice.

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Coordinator’s Email Address Coordinator School Email Trip Address District City/State/Zip Coordinator’s Field Phone County Phone School Coordinator’s Accessibility Needs (Hearing/visual impairment, wheelchairs, etc.) How will you arrive at Playhouse Square: If arriving by school bus, how many buses? SUBSIDY: BUS Please review the bus subsidy application process on page 11. PAYMENT: OF METHOD Name on Card TO: SEND INVOICE/RECEIPT Name Email Address Mailing Address City/State/Zip What percentage of students at your school receives free or reduced fee lunches? How far, in miles, is your school from Playhouse Square? What percentage of students at your school receives free or reduced fee lunches? How far, Card Number Please complete this form and return with 20% deposit or full payment to: Playhouse Square School Field Trips Suite 200 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44115 [email protected]

216-348-7909 playhousesquare.org/educators 19 School Field Trip Order Form School Information and Payment page (pg. 19) with your order! Complete the grid below to select date time of field trip. Please review Registration Procedures found on pgs. 17-18 before completing this order form. Be sure to complete and submit the NO CHILDREN UNDER AGE TWO AT SCHOOL PERFORMANCES *Signed for the hearing impaired. Darius & Twig Mr. Popper’s Penguins A Very Electric Christmas Hansel & Gretel: A Wickedly Delicious Musical Treat Mar. 2 Mar. 2 Mar. 1 Mar. 1 Jan. 26 Jan. 26 Jan. 25 Jan. 25 Jan. 24 Jan. 24 Jan. 23 Jan. 23 Dec. 7 Dec. 7 Dec. 6 Dec. 6 Oct. 27 Oct. 27 Oct. 26 Oct. 26 Oct. 25 Oct. 25 Oct. 24 Oct. 24 DATE

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CHAPERONES TEACHERS/ # OF Ohio Theatre (Recommended for Grades: K-6) PAGE 17) TICKET PRICES, SEE SUB-TOTAL (FOR 20% DEPOSIT BALANCE DUE cont’d. on next page ORDER FORM for details) workshops (see page 8 Classroom Connections I am interested in Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No No No No No No No No

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20 playhousesquare.org/educators 216-348-7909 SchoolPlease review Registration Field Procedures found on Trippgs. 17-18 before completingOrder this order form. Form Be sure to complete and submit the School Information and Payment page (pg. 19) with your order! Complete the grid below to select the date and time of your field trip.

DATE TIME GRADE # OF # OF SUB-TOTAL (FOR 20% DEPOSIT BALANCE DUE I am interested in LEVEL OF STUDENTS TEACHERS/ TICKET PRICES, SEE Classroom Connections STUDENTS CHAPERONES PAGE 17) workshops (see page 8 for details)

The Gruffalo Ohio Theatre (Recommended for Grades: Pre-K-2)

Mar. 6 11:30 AM* Visit playhousesquare.org/sensoryfriendly for information on the March 6 performance.

Mar. 7 10:00 AM Yes No

Mar. 7 12:00 PM Yes No

Mar. 8 10:00 AM* Yes No

Mar. 8 12:00 PM Yes No

Mar. 9 10:00 AM Yes No

Mar. 9 12:00 PM Yes No

Guess How Much I Love You & I Love My Little Storybook Ohio Theatre (Recommended for Grades: Pre-K-2) Apr. 10 10:00 AM

Apr. 10 12:00 PM

Apr. 11 10:00 AM*

Apr. 11 12:00 PM

Apr. 12 10:00 AM

Apr. 12 12:00 PM

216-348-7909 Apr. 13 10:00 AM

Apr. 13 12:00 PM

Journey to Oz Ohio Theatre (Recommended for Grades: K-6)

May 1 10:00 AM Yes No

May 1 12:00 PM Yes No

playhousesquare.org/educators 21 May 2 10:00 AM Yes No

May 2 12:00 PM Yes No

May 3 10:00 AM* Yes No

May 3 12:00 PM Yes No

May 4 10:00 AM Yes No

May 4 12:00 PM Yes No

*Signed for the hearing impaired. ORDER FORM *NO CHILDREN UNDER AGE TWO AT SCHOOL PERFORMANCES cont’d. on next page q q SchoolPlease review Registration Field Procedures found on Trippgs. 17-18 before completingOrder this order form. Form Be sure to complete and submit the School Information and Payment page (pg. 19) with your order! Complete the grid below to select the date and time of your field trip.

DATE TIME GRADE # OF # OF SUB-TOTAL (FOR 20% DEPOSIT BALANCE DUE I am interested in LEVEL OF STUDENTS TEACHERS/ TICKET PRICES, SEE Classroom Connections STUDENTS CHAPERONES PAGE 17) workshops (see page 8 for details)

The Secret Life of Suitcases Westfield Insurance Studio Theatre (Recommended for Grades: K-8)

May 1 10:00 AM

May 1 12:00 PM

May 2 10:00 AM

May 2 12:00 PM

May 3 10:00 AM*

May 3 12:00 PM

May 4 10:00 AM

May 4 12:00 PM

Lula del Ray Connor Palace (Recommended for Grades: 5 and up) May 4 11:00 AM

DATE TIME GRADE # OF # OF # OF LUNCHES SUB-TOTAL 20% DEPOSIT BALANCE DUE LEVEL OF STUDENTS TEACHERS/ ($4 EACH) STUDENTS ($6 EACH) CHAPERONES (FREE) Discovering the Performing Arts for Middle School Students

Nov. 17 9:30 AM

Dec. 1 9:30 AM

Feb. 23 9:30 AM

Mar. 16 9:30 AM 216-348-7909 Discovering the Perorming Arts for High School Students

Dec. 12 9:30 AM

Feb. 9 9:30 AM

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NO CHILDREN UNDER AGE TWO AT SCHOOL PERFORMANCES 22 playhousesquare.org/educators COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 2017-18 PLAYHOUSE SQUARE & EDUCATION DEPARTMENT: COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT & EDUCATION COMMITTEE Daniel Hahn, Vice President James Ratner, Chair, Playhouse Square Margy Judd Sheffia Dooley, Assistant Director Art Falco, President & CEO, Playhouse Square Jim Pender Lora Workman, Community Relationships Manager Uleto Fuentes, Committee Chair Mark Ross Trish Hruby, Program Manager Terry Adelman Denise Wells Elizabeth Pantuso, Community Relationships Supervisor Amy Brady Vanessa Whiting Amber McIntyre, Program Coordinator Rick Buoncore Darrell Young Julie Wagner, Department Assistant David Goodman Melissa Crum, Staff Teaching Artist Alex Johnson Non-Trustee Members: Eric Perusek, Staff Teaching Artist Pat Chapman, Michael Oberholzer, Kathy Pender

... and then we lived happily ever after! Community Engagement & Education programs at Cuyahoga County residents through Cuyahoga Arts and Culture Ohio Arts Council Playhouse Square are made possible by the generous Dollar General Literacy Foundation Kathy and Jim Pender and the Michael Pender Memorial Fund support of the following individual and corporate Dominion East Ohio The Char and Chuck Fowler Family Foundation donors and foundations: FirstEnergy Foundation The PNC Foundation Medical Mutual The William N. Skirball Endowment Fund Abington Foundation Martha Holden Jennings Foundation The Stocker Foundation Arts Midwest Touring Fund Laub Foundation United Black Fund of Bruening Foundation Lubrizol Foundation University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital Children’s Theatre Endowment established by The Junior League John P. Murphy Foundation The Thomas H. White Foundation of Cleveland, Inc. Nordson Corporation Foundation Wright Foundation The End