Field Trips
Field Trips
Performing Arts
Enjoy the arts by taking in a show. Everything from children's plays, interactive dinner theater, concerts, performances, and Shakespeare to silent films and marionette theatre attract kids of all backgrounds, ages, and abilities.Field trips can be free or fee depending on who's offering. Check their websites to find out what days are free or visit SCFD Free Days to get a listing of qualifying venues.
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The Boulder Ballet offers ballet productions with a live orchestra, such as the popular Nutcracker holiday performance.
Ages:
All Ages
Fee:
Yes
Free Day:
No
Homeschool Day:
No
Location:
Boulder
The Colorado Ballet is a professional ballet company that performs dance performances like Peter and the Wolf and the Nutcracker. They also provide training to students ages 3 and older. Discounted group tickets are availalbe as well as educational programming. They also offer free live streaming of performances.
Ages:
All Ages
Fee:
Yes
Free Day:
No
Homeschool Day:
No
Location:
Denver
The Colorado Conservatory of Dance puts on several dance performances each year for all ages. Productions vary so check the schedule for availability.
Ages:
All Ages
Fee:
Yes
Free Day:
No
Homeschool Day:
No
Location:
Broomfield
The Dairy Arts Center puts on several dance performances each year. See the schedule for a current listing.
Ages:
All Ages
Fee:
Yes
Free Day:
No
Homeschool Day:
No
Location:
Denver
The Denver Silent Film Festival is a production of silent films from the early 1900's. They present a broad spectrum of silent films by programming a lively and thought-provoking mix of educational and entertaining films. American and foreign classics, as well as lesser-known rare and restored films will be presented.
Ages:
All Ages
Fee:
No
Free Day:
No
Homeschool Day:
No
Location:
Denver
The Adams Mystery Playhouse invites you to enjoy an interactive dinner theater with murder mystery story with emphasis on fun and humor.
Ages:
4+
Fee:
Yes
Free Day:
No
Homeschool Day:
No
Location:
Denver
The Arts Hub offers dance, theater, art, music, and film programs to all ages. Several shows are offered throughout the year. Check the schedule for current listings.
Ages:
All Ages
Fee:
Yes
Free Day:
No
Homeschool Day:
No
Location:
Lafayette
The Arvada Center features soul-stirring plays, dazzling musical theatre, and colorful productions just for kids. Find inspiration and escape from the everyday with theatre at the Arvada Center.
Ages:
All Ages
Fee:
Yes
Free Day:
No
Homeschool Day:
No
Location:
Arvada
Audience of One Youth Theater is a music company committed to developing character, integrity, teamwork and leadership in youth through the theatrical and arts experience. They will develop skills that will enable them to succeed and thrive while joyfully serving their community.
Tickets to the performances are open to the public.
Tickets to the performances are open to the public.
Ages:
All Ages
Fee:
Yes
Free Day:
No
Homeschool Day:
No
Location:
Littleton
BackStory Theatre's Academy classes build confidence and teach fundamental theatre skills which help students accomplish their goals in school and beyond. From active listening and sequential thinking to interactive literacy and accountability; theatre skills build a foundation for success in STEAM learning. Additional skills gained boost gross and fine motor skills, vocal projection, extemporaneous speech, and team work.
Tickets to the performances are open to the public.
Tickets to the performances are open to the public.
Ages:
All Ages
Fee:
Yes
Free Day:
No
Homeschool Day:
No
Location:
Broomfield
The Butte Theater is owned by the city of Cripple Creek. The theater features live performance productions and movies for the family.
Ages:
All Ages
Fee:
Yes
Free Day:
No
Homeschool Day:
No
Location:
Cripple Creek
The Candlelight Dinner Playhouse is a dinner theatre that presents musicals and concerts for families. You can also enjoy dinner while you watch.
Ages:
5+
Fee:
Yes
Free Day:
No
Homeschool Day:
No
Location:
Johnstown
CenterStage offers classes during the school year that cater to kids in a wide range of age groups. Improve your skills as a singer, actor, and dancer. Sessions are taught by talented and credentialed staff members.
Tickets to the performances are open to the public.
Tickets to the performances are open to the public.
Ages:
All Ages
Fee:
Yes
Free Day:
No
Homeschool Day:
No
Location:
Louisville
Christian Youth Theater is an after-school theater arts training program for students ages 5-18. Students have the opportunity to audition and perform in a Broadway-style musical performed for the community.
Tickets to the performances are open to the public.
Tickets to the performances are open to the public.
Ages:
All Ages
Fee:
Yes
Free Day:
No
Homeschool Day:
No
Location:
Littleton
The Colorado Shakespeare Festival is a professional theatre company in association with the University of Colorado Boulder. Since 1958, the festival has celebrated and explored Shakespeare and his continuing influence and vitality through productions of superior artistic quality, education and community engagement.
Ages:
5+
Fee:
Yes
Free Day:
No
Homeschool Day:
No
Location:
Boulder
The Denver Center for the Performing Arts is the nonprofit organization that brings you Broadway tours, locally-produced Theatre Company productions, immersive experiences, intimate cabaret shows, statewide education programs, once-in-a-lifetime, events and more.
Ages:
4+
Fee:
Yes
Free Day:
No
Homeschool Day:
No
Location:
Denver
The Iron Springs Chateau provides the Pikes Peak region with evenings of hilarious comedy and quality entertainment. The evening begins with a three course meal and a Melodrama immediately following. After the melodrama, a foot-stomping sing-along and vaudeville style olio full of song, dance and comedy continues the fun throughout the evening.
Ages:
All Ages
Fee:
Yes
Free Day:
No
Homeschool Day:
No
Location:
Manitou Springs
Jesters Dinner Theatre lets you enjoy dinner as you watch one of its great shows. Check the schedule to see what shows are playing. They also offer a school for the performing arts to children and adults.
Ages:
All Ages
Fee:
Yes
Free Day:
No
Homeschool Day:
No
Location:
Longmont
Entertaining, Encouraging and Educating to the Glory of God. Encore!Encore! is a non-profit organization producing quality entertainment through a variety of events and shows. Encouragement and education are valued parts of our endeavors. Lost Marbles Theatrics was starting in fall 2003 with the goal of creating a good environment for homeschool students to glorify God through the arts. Every year, members of the group hold regular meetings to go through the process of choosing a play, designing and making sets and costumes, and putting together other behind-the-scenes aspects of the production.
Tickets to the performances are open to the public.
Tickets to the performances are open to the public.
Ages:
All Ages
Fee:
Yes
Free Day:
No
Homeschool Day:
No
Location:
Loveland
Reel Kids is not just about acting class-it's life skills. It's about learning how to be present and aware. They focus on being supportive and learning how to work with one another. They offer several classes, groups, and camps from music integration, to musical and technical classes.
Tickets to the performances are open to the public.
Tickets to the performances are open to the public.
Ages:
All Ages
Fee:
Yes
Free Day:
No
Homeschool Day:
No
Location:
Superior
They give students a professional theater experience as well as an in depth, personal, and holistic perspective on the crafting of theatre. They strive to create an environment where both the creative process and a professional product are emphasized.
Tickets to the performances are open to the public.
Tickets to the performances are open to the public.
Ages:
3+
Fee:
Yes
Free Day:
No
Homeschool Day:
No
Location:
Boulder
The Performing Arts Academy uses curriculums that follow or align with state standards for music and arts education. However the real magic isn't in what they teach, but how they teach it. They place a high value on the student experience and with that comes the responsibility to engage the student in dialogue around the core values: Curriculum, Character and Community.
Tickets to the performances are open to the public.
Tickets to the performances are open to the public.
Ages:
All Ages
Fee:
Yes
Free Day:
No
Homeschool Day:
No
Location:
Highlands Ranch
