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AT THE FESTIVAL

InterACTive Preshows

Led by Festival teaching artists appearing in the matinee, these active workshops bring students from different schools together to explore the show's key themes, questions and characters.

$4 per student plus tax. (Free for participants in the Teaching Stratford Program)

Available before selected student matinees:


The Hobbit – April 30 | May 7, 22 | June 19 | September 23 | October 7, 15, 23
The Tempest – May 5 | June 3, 12 | September 24 | October 8
A Midsummer Night's Dream – May 13 | June 2, 9, 16 | September 16, 22
Something Rotten! – May 15, 22 | June 2, 11 | September 25, 29 | October 2, 14*, 20 and 28
Othello – September 17, 23, 24
*Rather than exploring the play's themes and questions, this session will focus on technical theatre and is ideal for students interested in the inner workings of theatre production and understanding the magic that happens back/offstage.

To book, please contact our Groups Team in the Box Office.

Tools for Teachers includes InterACTive Preshows, Study Guides, and Stratford Shorts sponsored by

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COLLABORATIVE WORKSHOPS

Students at a workshop at the Festival

COLLABORATIVE WORKSHOPS

11 a.m. to noon before selected student matinees
Participate in dynamic preshow workshops designed to deepen your students' engagement with the performance. Depending on your group size, your students may learn alongside students from other schools.

Collaborative Workshops descriptions
$10 per person plus tax.





Available on the following dates:

The Hobbit – April 22 | May 15 | June 24, 26 | September 17, 18, 24 
Guys and Dolls – April 22, 29 | May 6, 12, 20, 21 | June 4, 9, 18, 23, 24 | September 15, 23 | October 6, 15, 16, 22, 23, 27, 30
The Tempest – May 1, 8, 13 | June 16, 25, 26 | September 17, 18, 22 | October 7, 13
A Midsummer Night’s Dream – May 5, 6 | June 25
Something Rotten! – May 19 | June 19 | September 16 | October 9    
Othello – June 3

To book, please contact our Groups Team in the Box Office.
Space is limited. Book your spot at least two weeks in advance. 


CUSTOMIZED WORKSHOPS

Students at a workshop at the Festival

CUSTOMIZED WORKSHOPS

10 to 11 a.m. before selected student matinees or at a time of your choosing.
Book exclusive or customized preshow workshops for your students.

Cost: $14 per person plus tax, minimum 20 people.
View a list of available workshops

In-school or off-site workshops are also available for an additional cost.
We can also work with you to design bespoke workshops of your choosing including SHSM Certification Workshops, Experiential Learning Opportunities and Reach Ahead Experiences.

To book or inquire, send us an email.
Space is limited. Book your spot at least two weeks in advance.

POST-SHOW CHATS

Book a half-hour discussion with artists immediately following your performance. $3.00 per person plus tax, minimum 20 people.

Availability is limited. Reservations must be made at least two weeks in advance.

To book or inquire, send us an email.


SCHOOL TOUR OPTIONS

Students at a workshop at the Festival

BEHIND-THE-SCENES TOURS

Available before selected student matinees.
$20 per person plus tax
Book through our Box Office: groups@stratfordfestival.ca

School Festival Tours
Available on selected dates and times.
Designed exclusively for student groups, learn more about what happens backstage at the Festival.

Costume and Props Warehouse Tour
9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Tuesday-Thursday, Saturday & Sunday beginning June 16, 2026.
Explore hidden treasures, discover thousands of props, sets and costumes from past seasons!


A limited number of Scenic Carpentry Shop and School Tom Patterson Tours are also available by request. Inquire about availability for your school group: educate@stratfordfestival.ca