School Matinees
TICKETS ON SALE BEGINNING WEDNESDAY, MAY 20 AT 1PM.
Email ladams@sheldontheatre.org or call 651-385-5115.
October 8, 2026 AT 9:30AM
Pricing – $20/student & $25/adult
THE LORD CHAMBERLAIN’S MEN PRESENTS
William Shakespeare’s
OTHELLO
Othello by William Shakespeare is performed by the modern touring ensemble The Lord Chamberlain’s Men, a contemporary all-male company that recreates Elizabethan staging practices and original performance style. The troupe is named in honor of Shakespeare’s original acting company and performs his works using period-inspired costumes, live music, and minimal staging to reflect how the plays may have first been experienced in the late 1500s.
The tragedy follows Othello, a respected Moorish general in the Venetian army, who secretly marries Desdemona. His ensign, Iago—jealous after being passed over for promotion—carefully manipulates him into believing that Desdemona has been unfaithful with his lieutenant, Cassio. As Iago plants false evidence and exploits Othello’s trust and insecurities, Othello is consumed by jealousy and doubt, ultimately losing faith in both Desdemona and his own judgment. The deception builds to a devastating conclusion in which Othello kills Desdemona before the truth is revealed, resulting in tragic consequences for nearly everyone involved.
Approximate Running Time: 2 hours
Recommended Grades: High School
November 5, 2026 AT 9:30AM & 11:30AM
Pricing – $10/student & $14/adult
GRIFFIN THEATRE PRESENTS
FRINDLE
Based on the book by Andrew Clements
Nicholas Allen has plenty of ideas. When he ends up in Mrs. Granger’s language arts class, he has his best idea ever. He decides to create his own word…FRINDLE! Before long Nick’s word creates a buzz in his school, his town and then to his surprise it spreads all around the country, and a power struggle erupts with the strict Mrs. Granger. Will the word “Frindle” win?
Based on the multiple award winning best-selling novel by Andrew Clements this quirky, imaginative tale about creative thought and the power of words will have your young audience inventing their own words.
Approximate Running Time: 60 Minutes
Recommended Ages: Grades 3 through 7
March 30, 2027 AT 9:30AM & 11:30AM
Pricing – $10/student & $14/adult
TALL STORIES PRESENTS
THE GRUFFALO
A Musical adaptation of the book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler
On a daring adventure in search of hazelnuts, Mouse meets the cunning Fox, the eccentric old Owl and the high-spirited Snake. Will the story of the scary 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?
Songs, laughs and mischievous fun for children aged 3 and up and their grown-ups. From Tall Stories, creators of imaginative storytelling theatre, where everything is possible.
★★★★★ ‘An absolute delight.’ The Scotsman
★★★★ ‘A master-class in timeless storytelling.’ Whats on Stage
Approximate Running Time: 55 Minutes
Recommended Ages: Pre-K through 3
APRIL 21, 2027 AT 9:30AM & 11:30AM
Pricing – $10/student & $14/adult
CHILDSPLAY PRESENTS
THE SNOWY DAY AND OTHER STORIES
By Jerome Hairston
Based on the books by Ezra Jack Keats
Follow Peter and his friends through winter, spring, summer and fall as they romp and play, start snow ball fights and make snow angels, journey in space and under the sea, and more, all in this imaginative musical play. Using innovative shadow puppetry, The Snowy Day And Other Stories celebrates the magic and boundless possibilities of childhood and the challenges of growing up.
Keats’ treasured characters come to life in this humorous and fun adaptation of the collected stories: “Whistle for Willie”, “Goggles!”, “A Letter to Amy”, and “The Snowy Day.” A classic since its publication in 1962 and winner of the Caldecott Medal, “The Snowy Day” was one of the first picture books for young people to feature an African American protagonist and is still beloved today.
“It’s the heart and affection for the material that makes Childsplay’s production work as well as it does….your children will still relate to challenges of childhood as experienced by young Peter. It will stir the imagination and make their lives all the richer.” – Valley Screen and Stage: David Appleford’s Film and Theatre Reviews
Approximate Running Time: 50 Minutes
Recommended Ages: Pre-K through 3
In keeping with our mission to entertain, educate, and enlighten, Sheldon programming regularly includes a range of educational performances, designed specifically for school age audiences.
School day matinees occur several times each season. Most events include study guides and curriculum materials provided to classroom teachers in advance upon request.
School groups – Most performances – $10/student & $14/adult
*some exclusions apply – for 26-27 – Othello pricing is $20/student & $25/Adult
Complimentary tickets for teachers/staff.
“I’m giving this place a one thousand star review!”
– student attendee
This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a
grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
How to book an unforgettable student group experience.
Seating is limited.
Special pricing for Schools
Students $10-$20/ Complimentary Tickets for Teachers & Staff
Chaperones & Other Adults $14-$25
Upon booking, you will receive an invoice / confirmation.
- A non-refundable deposit of 50% of the total estimated cost is required by September 10th of the academic year in which the performance takes place. (Or, if booking takes place during the academic year, within one week of receiving the invoice / confirmation.)
- Final confirmation of numbers and full payment are due four weeks prior to the show.
- Numbers can be increased if there is available seating, but may not be decreased after final payment is made. Tickets are non-refundable.
- If payment is made by credit card, a 10.5% order processing fee will be added.
- Tickets to school shows are $14-$25 for any adults attending (including chaperones), $10-$20 for students, and no charge for teachers or school staff.
For More Information
Audience Services Manager:
Leah Adams
Email: ladams@sheldontheatre.org
