Accessibility and Educational Offerings at the Festival this Fall
It’s that time of year when students, teachers, staff, and administrators go back to school and schedules fill up. It’s also a special time of year at the Utah Shakespeare Festival when a multitude of accessibility opportunities and educational offerings are available. So don’t miss out!
Sensory-Friendly Performances
September 4 - The Taming of the Shrew at 8:00 pm
September 12 - Much Ado About Nothing at 2:00 pm
The Festival is again pleased to present Sensory-Friendly Performances this fall at a reduced ticket price of 50% off. Patrons ages six and above who would enjoy attending the theatre in a more relaxed environment, such as house lights on at a low level throughout the performance, the use of fidget items, audience members being welcome to stand or move around, and more. Those for whom this is designed includes––but is not limited to––those with sensory sensitivities, autism spectrum disorders, anxiety, dementia, learning challenges or differences, and other neurodiversities.
See The Taming of the Shrew on September 4 at 8:00 pm in the outdoor Engelstad Shakespeare Theatre and Much Ado About Nothing on September 12 at 2:00 pm in the indoor Randall L. Jones Theatre by calling or visiting the ticket office at 800-PLAYTIX (800-752-9849).
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Educating and inspiring theatre lovers is a huge part of the Festival’s mission, and this often begins with young thespians.
Students can get a Student Access Pass for only $40 which allows them to get one ticket per performance day-of to unlimited performances during the season. This pass is available to enrolled elementary through university students and homeschoolers; a student ID must be provided when purchasing the pass. Limit of one pass per student; expires October 5, 2024.
For teachers with school groups, Shakespearience is a must!
Shakespearience
Monday through Friday Matinees (2:00 pm, through September 27)
Shakesperience events are for school groups and include a performance, access to Festival-created study guide materials, and a selection of seminars, orientations, and other Festival programs like a workshop or backstage tour.
Utah public and public charter school groups of 12 students or more can get $10 tickets, courtesy of the Professional Outreach Programs in the Schools (POPS) sponsored by the Utah State Legislature (excludes premier seating and is subject to availability). Additional events like those mentioned above are included in the ticket price.
Out-of-state, private, parochial schools, residential treatment centers, and homeschool groups/co-ops of 12 students or more may receive $15 tickets (excludes premier seating and is subject to availability). Additional events may include an extra cost based on the activity and the size of the group.
For non-educational group rates, please contact the ticket office. For more information, click here.
USF School Days
September 5 - Much Ado About Nothing at 2:00 pm
September 11 - Silent Sky at 2:00 pm (SOLD OUT)
On September 5 and 11, Utah public and public charter school groups can attend the matinees of Much Ado About Nothing and Silent Sky for free! Due to funding from the state’s POPS program, the Festival is excited to offer these two shows at no cost for Utah public and public charter school students.
Designed to serve school groups, to qualify for this free program there must be a minimum of 12 people in your group and at least 75 percent of the attendees must K-12 students. For more information, click here.
To book Shakespearience and USF School Days tickets, call the ticket office. Questions for the Education Department? Call 435-865-8333 or email usfeducation@bard.org.
The Festival’s 63rd season includes Shakespeare’s Henry VIII, The Winter’s Tale, and The Taming of the Shrew which close by September 7, and Much Ado About Nothing, The 39 Steps, Silent Sky, and The Mountaintop, which run until October 5.
