Curriculum Matinees
Since 1985, the Roxy Regional Theatre has been enriching, enlivening and enlightening students through matinee performances of productions designed to complement the curricula of K-12 schools. For groups of 20 or more, student tickets for our daytime performances are $7. Teachers, staff and bus drivers are admitted at no charge, and we allow up to one parent chaperone per every ten students at the $7 ticket price. For bookings and more information, please contact us at roxytheatre@bellsouth.net or by calling 931.645.7699 during regular box office hours (9am to 2pm, Monday through Friday).
Roxy Regional Theatre 2012-2013 Student Series
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THE GIVER Twelve-year-old Jonas lives in a perfect world, one without war, fear or pain … but also one without choices. When he is chosen for special training from The Giver — to receive and keep the memories of the community — Jonas begins a journey to uncover the truth about life and the hypocrisy of his utopian world, discovering in the process what it means to grow up, to grow wise, and to take control of your own destiny. Adapted by Eric Coble from the Newberry Award-winning book by Lois Lowry. |
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Charles Dickens’ A CHRISTMAS CAROL A Roxy tradition, this rollicking holiday morsel will sweeten your taste buds and warm even the hardest of hearts. Ebenezer Scrooge meets the spirits of Christmas Past, Present and Future while finding redemption and rediscovering the true meaning of the holiday in this Charles Dickens classic, accompanied by traditional carols. Adapted for the stage by John McDonald. |
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HEIDI This beloved classic is a heartwarming tale of a cheerful orphan sent to live with her hermit-like grandfather high in the Swiss Alps. One of the most charming heroines of all time, Heidi ultimately transforms the lives of many people — among them Clara, a well-to-do but sickly girl; Peter, a goatherd, and his blind grandmother; and, above all, her embittered, reclusive grandfather. Adapted for the stage by John McDonald from the novel by Johanna Spyri. |
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William Shakespeare’s ROMEO & JULIET Rediscover one of William Shakespeare’s most famous plays, the tragic love story about “a pair of star-crossed lovers” from rival families. On a simple set with modern costuming, this production celebrates the captivating language and enduring characters of Shakespeare’s masterpiece. |
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CIVIL WAR STORIES Celebrated for their intensity, startling insight and mastery of form, Ambrose Bierce’s collection of stories has been described as one of the great antiwar statements in American literature. Selections include “Chickamauga,” “An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge” and “Killed At Resaca.” The third production in our four-part series celebrating the Sesquicentennial of The Civil War. Adapted for the stage by John McDonald from the stories by Ambrose Bierce. |
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PETER PAN: A Musical Adventure The tale of the boy who never grew up is reborn in this exciting new musical by the authors of Honk! and Mary Poppins. Fly away to Neverland, where Peter, Wendy, Michael and John join the Lost Boys and battle the evil Captain Hook. Based on J.M. Barrie’s original play, with music by George Stiles, lyrics by Anthony Drewe, and book by Willis Hall. |
