At the Theatre

Student matinees

Give your students the unforgettable experience world-class theatre, right here at Berkeley Rep! All Student Matinees for our 2024/25 Season are now available. Educators interested in attending must submit an interest form to begin the reservation process.

2023/24 season performances:

• Mexodus
  Estimated runtime: 1 hr, 30 mins
  Wednesday, October 2, 2024 – 12:00pm
• The Matchbox Magic Flute
  Estimated runtime: 2 hrs, 30 mins (intermission included)
  Wednesday, November 13 – 12:00pm
• Jaja's African Hair Braiding
  Estimated runtime: 1 hr, 40 mins
  Thursday, December 12 – 1:00pm
• The Thing About Jellyfish
  Estimated runtime: TBD
  Thursday, February 13 – 1:00pm
  Thursday, March 6 – 1:00pm
• Here There Are Blueberries
  Estimated runtime: 1 hr, 30 mins
  Thursday, April 17 – 1:00pm
  Thursday, May 8 – 1:00pm

Educators please note: Schools are limited to 2 Student Matinees per season. Schools with very large groups may be limited to 1 Student Matinee per season, depending on availability. 

Additionally, all student groups attending a Student Matinee performance are required to attend a mandatory pre-show workshop either on-site at Berkeley Rep the day of the show, or in their classroom in advance of the performance. This 45-60 minute workshop is an opportunity for us to personally welcome your students to Berkeley Rep, share with them what to expect at a live theatre performance, and offer insights into the historical and social context/themes surrounding the show. 

Your Student Matinee at a Glance

Sample schedule. Actual times are show dependent and will be provided upon registration.  

11:15-11:30 AM — School arrival to Berkeley Rep 

11:30-12:15 PM — Pre-show workshop with Berkeley Rep Teaching Artist (required for all schools) 

12:15-12:45 PM — Lunch/down time (food can be brought by students, ordered by teachers and delivered to Berkeley Rep, or easily purchased in the surrounding Downtown)  

12:45-1:00 PM — School transition to theatre 

1:00 – 2:30 PM — Show 

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