A passion for the performing arts can begin at an early age. Arts Education performances give our youngest audience members the opportunity to experience live performing arts in our historic Wayne Theatre. The mission of this program is to present the best educational theater that engages children of all ages in meaningful ways, complements school curricula, and cultivates appreciation of the performing arts. (When available, links to study guides are offered below.)
Field trips to live theater enhance literary knowledge, tolerance and empathy among students, according to a study published by researchers in the University of Arkansas Department of Education Reform. (read full article)
All of our arts programming is open to all ages and open to the public. Buses and large groups are welcome but advance tickets are required.
How to Register Classrooms
Step 1 – Complete the registration form (download here)
Step 2 – Return the completed registration form to the Wayne Theatre (P.O. Box 1821, Waynesboro, VA 22980)
Step 3 – Submit payment. Payment is due 30 days prior to performance date. Refer to registration form for details.
Questions
Call: 540-943-9999
(Tues. – Fri. 10am to 2pm)
Email: info@waynetheatre.org
Venue
Wayne Theatre/Ross Performing Arts Center
521 West Main Street
Waynesboro, VA 22980
Know Before You Go
All programs are one hour in length.
Tickets are $8.00 each for students and adults
$2 per person additional for popcorn and Capri Sun snack
Benny’s Pizza available for some performances for additional cost
Once you have made your reservations, be sure to download the Study Guide which is available for most productions. Study Guides are a great resource for preparing, enhancing and supporting your students’ performance experience. They contain additional information about the show and its broader context, and activities to incorporate into the classroom.
SOL connections with each performance.
Q & A available after each performance
“Meet & greet” with the cast (when available). Available for classes/groups on the stage following the performances. (Pictures allowed)
2019-20 Arts Education Performances
Frozen, Jr. (Theatre Workshop)
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Frozen, Jr. (Tech Workshop)
Rainbow Fish
Sweet Chariot
Angelina Ballerina The Musical
Newton's Apple
The Little Red Hen
The Wonderful World of Simple Machines
Arts Education Sponsors
Whether for a moment or for a lifetime, the Arts touch people’s lives. Make a difference in our area school children by sponsoring an Arts Education performance at the Wayne Theatre. We are continuously looking for new sponsors for such events and would be happy to talk with businesses and individuals about sponsorship opportunities. Please call 540-943-9999.
The Wayne Theatre is also supported by the National Endowment for the Arts and the Virginia Commission for the Arts.
