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- Applause Series
Applause Series
The Applause Series delivers 50 matinee performances each year for students from preschool to high school. The cost of a ticket is just $1. That means more classrooms in more communities are discovering the power of the arts to inform and inspire.
Student Impact.
- 50,000 students each year attend an Applause Series performance. For many, it’s their first experience of live theater.
- The change in learning environment is dramatic, as the Des Moines Civic Center or Temple Theater becomes the classroom.
- One-hour matinees energize young imaginations and invite new thinking about creative expression, cultural diversity, and even career options.
Teaching Tools.
- Each performance includes a specially designed resource materials to help teachers find creative ways to connect the event with larger academic objectives.
- Pre-show lessons prepare students to better appreciate the nuances of a live performance.
- Students return to school able to explore art’s connection to history, social studies, science, literature, and other topics. The shared experience of the performance gives everyone a voice in the conversation.
World-Class Talent.
- The Applause Series brings the world to Iowa’s school children, opening their eyes to new cultures, customs, and ideas.
- Many productions have received prestigious awards for their artistry and ability to connect with young people.
2022-2023 SEASON ON SALE NOW!
IN-PERSON PROGRAMS - $1/TICKET
Please note our current health policies for school performances:
Masks are encouraged inside DMPA venues, but not required for audience members attending school performances. These are DMPA’s current policies and are subject to change at any time.