Student Matinees offer students and teachers the chance to experience The Shakespeare Theatre's acclaimed repertoire of productions, including LIVE! at the Kirby productions and professional Main Stage productions, at a convenient time and price at The F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre in Madison, New Jersey. All performances include a study guide and a post-show talkback with the cast.
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey's 2025 Student Matinee Series was generously sponsored by Marta & David Black.
Dates and Titles for the 2026 Student Matinee Series to be Announced This Spring!
LIVE! at the Kirby
2026 LIVE! at the Kirby dates:
A Midsummer Night's Dream
- February 19
- March 9
- April 23
Macbeth
- February 18
- March 10
- April 24
To book a 2026 LIVE! at the Kirby field trip, please reach out to the Education Department at Education@ShakespeareNJ.org.
Add-Ons
Add a Backstage Tour of The F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre for an additional per student fee. Students can view the behind-the-scenes spaces that support the work on stage. From dressing rooms and rehearsal spaces to the light and sound booth, these tours encourage a broader awareness of what it takes to bring a show to life on stage.
For more information about our Backstage Tours, please contact the Education Department at Education@ShakespeareNJ.org or call (973) 845-6741.