tuscartsed@gmail.com for information aboutTUSCALOOSA CHILDREN’S THEATRE
WEBSITE: www.tuscaloosachildrenstheatre.net
RESERVATIONS CONTACT:
Deborah Smithson
Email: schoolshows@tct.net
FEE: $5.00 per student
LOCATION: Bama Theatre
Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella
School Shows are: September 27-29, at 9:00 am and 12:00 pm Runtime: approximately 1 hour
Elf The Musical JR.
School Shows are: November 29-December 1, at 9:00 am and 12:00 pm
Runtime: approximately 1 hour
Disney’s Beauty And The Beast JR.
School Shows are: April 24-26, at 9:00 am and
12:00 pm
Runtime: approximately 1 hour
TUSCALOOSA COMMUNITY DANCERS “NUTCRACKER” BALLET (ACT I ONLY)
WEBSITE: www.tuscaloosadancers.com
RESERVATIONS CONTACT: tuscartsed@gmail.com
fee: tba
LOCATION: Bama Theatre
Clara, Godfather Drosselmeyer, the Mouse King, and the Nutcracker are all characters in this Christmas classic. The music of Tchaikovsky combined with the sparkle, costumes and incredible talent of local dancers make this a production not to be missed. 1 hour in length. GRADES: K-12 DATE & TIME: Dec. 8 at 9:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
TUSCALOOSA PUBLIC ART INITIATIVE: “MONSTER TAKEOVER”
WEBSITE: www.monstermakeover.com for locations
INSTAGRAM: @PublicArtTuscaloosa or #publicarttuscaloosa
RESERVATIONS CONTACT: Not required
fee: Free
LOCATION: Government Plaza, Downtown Businesses, and Riverwalk
Founded to encourage creativity in local elementary students through visual art, Monster Makeover has been expanded to Monster Takeover with small scale bronze sculptures displayed throughout downtown Tuscaloosa. Based on student drawings of playful monsters and creatures and an artist’s interpretation, the sculptures are strategically placed for a scavenger hunt experience.
GRADES: K-12
DATE & TIME: Daylight hours year round
TUSCALOOSA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
WEBSITE: www.tsoonline.org
RESERVATIONS CONTACT: tso@tsoonline.org or 205-752-5515.
TSO TEACHES: MEET THE MAESTRO
Attend a final dress rehearsal of the Tuscaloosa Symphony Orchestra, explore the concert hall and participate in a talk with TSO Maestro, Adam Flatt.
GRADES: 6-12 DATE & TIME: September 11, 2023; December 11, 2023; January 29, 2024; and April 29, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. FEE: No fee LOCATION: Moody Music Building, The University of Alabama.
ANNUAL YOUNG PERSON’S CONCERT
Embark on a magical journey of discovery with our Annual Young Person’s Concert! Specifically curated for 3rd-5th grade students, this unique event provides a wonderful opportunity to explore the enchanting world of the orchestra. With a mix of captivating music and interactive learning, we aim to ignite a spark of musical passion in young hearts. It’s more than just a concert, it’s the beginning of a lifelong love for music.
GRADES: 3 – 5 DATES: March 4th, 2024
TIMES:
Concert #1 9:30 – 10:20;
Concert #2: 10:45 – 11:35;
Concert #3: 12:30 – 1:40
FEE: No fee
LOCATION: Moody Music Building, The University of Alabama.
UA SCHOOL OF MUSIC
WEBSITE: www.music.ua.edu
RESERVATIONS CONTACT: 205-348-6741 or Dr. Jane Weigel at jweigel@ua.edu
LOCATION: Moody Music Building on the UA Campus
Option 1: UA large ensembles (orchestra, band, choir) will allow your student group to attend University ensemble dress rehearsals on campus. Your students will gain an appreciation for many types of music and preparation of concerts. Must pre-arrange attendance. Days/times vary. FEE: No cost
Option 2: UA School of Music faculty, staff, and/or music students (classical or jazz) share information about their career with short musical demonstrations in a 45-60 minute presentation on campus or at your site. Days/times vary. FEE: No cost
Option 3: On campus: Private music lessons for all ages and abilities, group classes, ensembles, music enrichment classes for ages infant-5Y (with parent/caregiver). Cost varies. www.cms.music.ua.edu.
MOUNDVILLE ARCHAEOLOGICAL PARK
WEBSITE: www.moundville.ua.edu
CONTACT: 205-348-8732 FEE: Varies per tour
LOCATION: 632 Mound State Parkway, Moundville
The 320-acre Moundville Archaeological Park features the Jones Archaeological Museum; preserves 26 prehistoric, Mississippian-era Indian Mounds; and presents the Moundville Native American Heritage Days.
GRADES: All ages DATE & TIME: Various, Reservations required
ALABAMA MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY
WEBSITE: www.almnh.museums.ua.edu
CONTACT: 205-348-7550
FEE: Varies per tour
LOCATION: 427 6th Ave. on the UA Campus
Field trips to the Alabama Museum of Natural History are tailored to fit the needs of your group. Call to schedule a tour.
GRADES: All ages DATE & TIME: Various, Reservations required
MOUNDVILLE NATIVE AMERICAN FESTIVAL
WEBSITE: www.moundville.ua.edu
CONTACT: 205-348-8732
FEE: $10 for students and seniors, $12 for adults; Group rates of $8 per student available with preregistration; Bus drivers and 1 teacher per 15 students receives free admission LOCATION: Moundville Archaeological Park, 632 Mound State Parkway, Moundville Native American performers, demonstrators ,and living history teachers come to teach and celebrate Native American culture. Stomp dancing, social dancing, hoop dancing, and Native American music and storytelling will be performed! Learn about weapons and how to throw an atlatl. Learn about pottery firing, textiles, bead work, and many other crafts. Face painting and make-and-take crafts provided. Crafts and food vendors on site. GRADES: 3rd grade and up DATES: October 12-15, 2022 TIMES: Wed-Thurs 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.; Fri-Sat: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
KENTUCK ART CENTER
WEBSITE: www.kentuck.org
RESERVATIONS CONTACT: 205-758-1257 or email mbell@kentuck.org.
FEE: Ranges from $10-$20/child, dependent on activity and age group
LOCATION: 503 Main Ave., Northport
The nationally recognized Kentuck Art Center is now offering field trips for public schools, private schools, home schools, church groups, or scouting groups for ages 2-16. Trips are customizable to age groups and interests, but are generally 1.5-2 hours in length and include a scavenger hunt, a tour of Kentuck’s campus and galleries, and a hands-on art activity. Potential art activities include process art, printmaking, clay, and more.
CHILDREN’S HANDS-ON MUSEUM
WEBSITE: www.chomonline.org
RESERVATIONS CONTACT: 205-349-4235 ext.25
FEE: Charged
CHOM offers a wide variety of hands-on experiences and educational programs for children, families and students from public, private and home schools for newborns through 8th grades. Interactive exhibits, activities, experiences and resources expand curriculum and enrich cultural and social education. An AMSTI affiliate, all exhibits and public programs are S.T.E.A.M. based. Field trips aligned with Alabama Department of Education Curriculum Standards. New exhibits include S.T.E.A.M. Station, virtual reality goggles, Bed of Nails. A limited number of field trips are available for delivery in the classroom.
GRADES: Pre-K – 8th. DATE & TIME: Various
THE ART GARAGE STUDIO VISIT
WEBSITE: artgaragetuscaloosa.com RESERVATIONS CONTACT: 205-523-5506 or education@tuscarts.org
FEE: $9 per child for canvas project; $50 nonrefundable deposit to book and hold date
NUMBERS: Minimum 10 children; Maximum 20 children
Schools may visit the Art Garage. We can center a painting project around a schoolwide theme or a holiday. We will provide an instructor and all art supplies needed. We are limited on the number of children the Art Garage can hold at one time. Each project would last about 45 minutes.
GRADES: PreK-5. DATE & TIME: Various
See “Classroom” section for larger group options.