Wortham 2025/26 Student Series

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KIRK & LUCY BORLAND

STUDENT SERIES

in loving memory of son Patrick Beighley

PILOBOLUS

Fri, Oct 10 • 10 am

Grades 6–12 • Show length: 60 min

Artistry and fun take center stage as students become part of the action with interactive engagement and laughter-filled moments that spark creativity and connection.

The Acting

Company

presents A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM

Fri, Jan 23 • 10 am

Grades 6–12 • Show length: 60 min

In this fresh take on Shakespeare’s popular play, a mischievous fairy causes chaos for young lovers and actors in an enchanted forest—brought to life by this Tony Award-winning New York company.

AILEY II

THE NEXT GENERATION OF DANCE

Wed, Feb 18 • 10 am

Grades 6–12 • Show length: 60 min

Lightwire Theater presents

DINO-LIGHT

Fri, Oct 17 • 10 am & 12 pm

Grades 2–6 • Show length: 60 min

Among our most in-demand performances, Lightwire Theater is back with another glow-inthe-dark adventure using a cutting-edge blend of puppetry, technology, and dance.

Featured on CBS Sunday Morning!

DONNA WASHINGTON A LITTLE SHIVER

Tue, Oct 28 • 10 am

Grades 3–5 • Show length: 60 min

It’s the season for fun, silly, interactive, notso-scary ghost stories for kids who think they want a ghost story—but not really! Students build literary skills and explore African American storytelling traditions.

CIRQUE KALABANTÉ

AFRIQUE EN CIRQUE

Fri, Nov 14 • 10 am

Grades 1–7 • Show length: 60 min

This is a circus experience like no other, inspired by the sights and sounds of Guinea. Your class will be amazed as acrobats expertly execute gravity-defying moves to the exhilarating percussive rhythms of live Afro-Jazz and West African music.

See how one of America’s most popular dance companies merges the energy of the country’s finest early-career dance talent with the vision of today’s outstanding and emerging choreographers.

JOSHUA LOZOFF LIFE IS MAGIC

Fri, Feb 20 • 10 am

Grades 1-12 • Show length: 60 min

Through jaw-dropping illusions and mind-reading feats, students will explore problem-solving and the power of human connection. It’s a perfect blend of entertainment and education for teachers looking to inspire and engage.

BODYTRAFFIC

Fri, Mar 13 • 10 am

Grades 6-12 • Show length: 60 min

Igniting stories with explosive energy and sheer joy, this internationally acclaimed company conquered the contemporary dance world with a repertoire spanning ballet, modern, Afro-Cuban, and hip-hop.

TheaterWorksUSA presents STUNTBOY, IN THE MEANTIME

Tue, Mar 17 • 10 am & 12 pm

Grades 2–5 • Show length: 60 min

Based on the award-winning graphic novel, this adaptation follows middle schooler Portico Reeves—aka Stuntboy— whose superpower is keeping everyone safe as he navigates identity, emotional wellness, empathy, and growing up.

TheaterWorksUSA presents PETE THE CAT

Mon, Mar 23 • 10 am & 12 pm

Grades PreK–3 • Show length: 60 min

The minute this groovy blue cat meets The Biddles, he gets the whole family rocking—except young Jimmy, the most organized second grader on Earth. Together they set out on an adventure of friendship and art.

Liars and Believers presents YELLOW

BIRD CHASE

Wed, Apr 22 • 10 am

Grades PreK–5 • Show length: 60 min

A bumbling crew, a mysterious yellow bird, and a chase that defies reality launch you into a wild world with no words. Just laughter, wonder, and theatrical magic for all ages, backgrounds, and imaginations. This performance is accessible to the deaf and hard of hearing community as well as non-English speakers.

TheaterWorksUSA presents

CAT KID COMIC CLUB

Thur, Apr 23 • 10 am & 12 pm

Grades K–5 • Show length: 60 min

In this musical adaptation of Dav Pilkey’s series, Cat Kid and Molly Pollywog help baby frogs create comics—encouraging creativity, collaboration, and problem solving through storytelling, imagination, and artistic expression.

STEWART/OWEN DANCE + GUESTS

Fri, May 1 • 10 am

Grades 7-12 • Show length: 60 min

An exciting collection of contemporary choreography performed by Wortham’s company-in-residence. From elegant to electric, this program features ensemble works and guest choreographers—each with a distinct creative voice.

TICKETS $12 each / $11 for groups of 10 or more

Groups of 10 or more: 1 free teacher ticket per every 10 students. Deposit of $1 per ticket is required for groups. Need-based scholarships are available. Visit our website for more information.

AILEY II
JOSHUA LOZOFF

KIRK

LUCY BORLAND

The Wortham Center’s popular Student Series features high quality, curriculum-related performances by professional, nationally touring companies. Serving thousands of students, teachers, and families each year, the Student Series stretches minds, works imaginations and deepens learning.

Please visit our Student Series webpage for:

• Online reservation form

• Detailed show info and video

• Study guides and learning resources

• Helpful information about visiting the theatre BOOK YOUR SEATS TODAY!

PHOTOS: TheatreWorks: Jeremy Daniel, Pilobolus: Steven Pisano, Lightwire: Tya Bailiwick, Cirque: Jordan Curet, Ailey II: Nir Arieli, Lozoff: Chris Charles, Yellow Bird: Christopher McIntosh, Stewart/Owen: Micah Mackenzie.

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