Student Matinees

The Student Matinee Series is an affordable way for students to experience arts education through professional theatre in Dallas. After every performance, students and teachers can enjoy a Q&A conversation with the cast.

Student Matinee Application

Please get in touch with Educational Manager Shirley Pizarro.

Phone Number: 214-516-0706 or shirley@caramiatheatre.org

 

JUANA INÉS: THE CHILD WHO LOVED TO READ

A Play Promoting Literacy Told by Mexico's Most Celebrated Poet

This bilingual play tells the story of Mexican poetess Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz, who lived in Mexico during the 1600s when women were discouraged from reading and writing. Through perseverance, Sor Juana overcame many obstacles to become the most celebrated poet in Mexico’s history. Highly imaginative, using movement, puppets, and audience interaction, Juana Inés: The Child Who Loved To Read is an excellent example to children of all ages.

Available year-round.

  • Available for both in-person and virtual performances
  • Available also for Spanish-only performances
  • Matinee available at the Latino Cultural Center

(October 9, 2023 @ 10:30 am) (November 29-30 @10:30 am)

SEARCHING FOR THE SIX FLAGS OF TEXAS

A Highly Theatrical and Entertaining Play That Covers 500 Years of Texas History

Based on Social Studies objectives for Texas History, students learn about the roles of Spain, France, Mexico, the Republic of Texas, the Confederacy, and the United States in the story of Texas.

For grades 3-12. Available year-round.

  • Available for both in-person and virtual performances
  • Matinee at the Latino Cultural Center

(December 5-6 @ 10:30 am)

¡PAYASOS.CLOWN!

A Highly Comedic Play Perfect for Youth of All Ages and Every Member of the Family

Cara Mía Theatre entertains with the smallest mask in the world – the red clown nose! Through physical comedy and highly theatrical sketches, students are acquainted with a classical form of theater – the clown!

For grades pre-K through 12. Available year-round.

  • Available for both in-person and virtual play
  • Matinee available at the Latino Cultural Center

(October 12 @ 10:30 am) (December 8 @ 10:30 am – 1: 00 pm)

THE WISDOM OF VIEJO ANTONIO

A Play Celebrating Cultural Heritage and Exploring Ancient Folktales

A bilingual storytelling performance that uncovers the mythology and culture of the ancient Maya. Utilizing masks and original music, this show meets TEKS objectives in Theater Arts, Music, History, and Cultural Heritage.

For grades 1-6. Available year-round.

  • Available for both in-person and virtual play
  • Matinee available at the Latino Cultural Center

(October 9 @ 10:30 am) (December 7 @ 10:30am – 1:pm)

Student Matinee Application

For more information, email us at education@caramiatheatre.org


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