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Student Matinee Information
Wayne State University's graduate and undergraduate theatre companies are located in the cultural center of Detroit. The undergraduate company performs at the historic Bonstelle Theatre, while the Hilberry Repertoy Theatre is home to the graduate company. The Hilberry company consists of a resident group of actors, designers, stage managers, and theatre managers selected from across North America and internationally.
All educators are provided with our Playguide, which includes a brief play synopsis, background information on the play and its historical/literary context. The playguide helps students identify principle themes and contemporary resonance as well as familiarize and prepare them for the production. This tool will enhance your theatre experience and connect your classroom to our stage!
Playguides for the following shows are available in PDF format to download here:
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)
As You Like It
The Taming of the Shrew (at the Bonstelle Theatre 4/18/2008)
There is no Playguide for "Black Nativity" (at the Bonstelle Theatre 12/7/2007)
Following each student matinee performance, students have the opportunity to interact with our actors and production crew in a moderated ”talkback” session. These sessions give students the time to ask questions of the company and discuss the ideas raised in the play.
Not sure if the student matinee series is right for your classroom? Call group services and ask about our special preview night for teachers. See a play at the Hilberry on us!
Bring your students for a tour of the historic Bonstelle Theatre followed by a round table discussion with a few of the actors, designers, stage managers, and theatre managers of the Hilberry Company. Utilize this wonderful opportunity for students to get a behind-the-scenes look at both the theatrical space and the people who make it all happen.
Come spend Tuesday mornings at the Hilberry.
Student Matinee ticket prices:
$12 at the Hilberry Theatre ($10 at the Bonstelle)
For every 15 tickets you purchase you will receive one free chaperone ticket!
Check the calendar section for scheduling information on our student matinees at the HIlberry. To download the playguides see the section above called, Playguides.
Call group services today to make your reservation! (313) 577-0852
Workshops and Tours
“Our theatre is alive and vital . It’s daring. It is an essential component of community life. We retain a strong commitment to celebrating the genius of African-Americans in the diaspora. Welcome!”
- Edward G. Smith, former BTP Director
The Black Theatre Program provides classes and performance opportunities for the university and the Detroit community as well as providing production opportunities for local playwrites. The practice of the program is to explore the black experience in America which necessarily acknowledges other cultures as they impact upon the reality of African American life.
 For more information regarding booking this tour contact our group sales and services desk at (313) 577-0852.
No Feare Shakespeare brings the Bard’s classics alive with swordplay, dance and music old and new. Studying Shakespeare enriches many disciplines, such as literature, history, language and art appreciation. No Feare Shakespeare engages on multiple levels: integrating listening, speaking and reading skills; exploring the relationships among various components of the communication process; and understanding the relevance of the classic texts by making connections with complex issues.
For more information contact our group sales and services desk at (313) 577-0852.
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