Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company’s free matinee performances are made available to Utah students and teachers for the school year 2023-24. Every year up to 7,000 students attend this performance free of charge (this program is supported by the Utah State Board of Education). Reservations are required and space fills up quickly. Please reserve your seats early to make sure your students can enjoy this wonderful educational program free of charge.
This season's matinee offerings:
GROUNDWORKS (September 2023)
Groundbreaking choreography of Alwin Nikolais, Artistic Director Daniel Charon's elegant gem, "On Being," and a retrospective dance suite honoring the Company's founding directors Shirley Ririe and Joan Woodbury.
TRAVERSE (January/February 2024)
This innovative concert showcases original choreography by the current Company dancers, highlighting their creative artistry and exceptional skills. Additionally, world premieres by Company alumni Keith Johnson and Chia-Chi Chang exemplify the rich legacy of dance artists that make up Ririe-Woodbury's extensive alumni network.
ASCENT (April 2024)
This thrilling program features two world premieres, including a captivating work choreographed by former Company Artistic Director, Charlotte Boye-Christensen, and the current Artistic Director Daniel Charon. The revival of Stefanie Batten Bland's "Look Who's Coming to Dinner" rounds out the program.
K-6 Elementary School Free Matinee Show Dates and Times
* Middle and high school students and senior citizen organizations are also welcome to attend.
- GROUNDWORKS: Wednesday 9/20/23 10:00 a.m. - 60 minutes (K-6)
- GROUNDWORKS: Thursday 9/21/23 10:00 a.m. - 60 minutes (K-6)
- GROUNDWORKS: Friday 9/22/23 2:30 p.m. - 60 minutes (K-6) Moving Parts
- TRAVERSE: Friday 2/2/24 2:30 p.m. - 60 minutes (K-6) Moving Parts
- ASCENT: Wednesday 4/17/24 10:00 a.m. - 60 minutes (K-6)
- ASCENT: Friday 4/19/24 2:30 p.m. - 60 minutes (K-6) Moving Parts
Details:
- Performance run time: approximately 55-60 minutes
- Admission: FREE to all Utah Charter and Public Schools and Senior Citizens
- Teacher Support: easy to use Teacher's Guide to be released one to two weeks prior to the performance
- Location: Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center, 138 West Broadway, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Reserve Space Now>> - OR CALL 801-297-4213
Middle and High School Free Matinee Show Dates and Times
Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company makes its shows available to nearly 1,200 middle and high school students year-round with free student previews to see the Company's diverse repertory. This performance is an open dress rehearsal for the Company and the content is ideal for grades 7-12.
- GROUNDWORKS: Wednesday 9/20/23 12:00 p.m. - 80 - 90 minutes (7 - 12)
- TRAVERSE: Wednesday 1/31/24 11:00 a.m. - 80 - 90 minutes (7-12)
- TRAVERSE: Thursday 2/1/24 11:00 a.m. - 80 - 90 minutes (7-12)
- ASCENT: Wednesday 4/17/24 12:00 p.m. - 80 - 90 minutes (7-12)
- ASCENT: Thursday 4/18/24 11:00 a.m. - 80 - 90 minutes (7-12)
These are smaller performing arts venues, spaces will go fast. Reserve your space today.
Reserve Space Now>> - OR CALL 801-297-4213
Details:
- Performance run times: 80 - 90 minutes
- Admission: FREE to all Utah Public and Charter Schools
- Teacher Support: easy to use Teacher's Guide to be released one to two weeks prior to the performance
- Location: Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center, 138 West Broadway, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Thank you for the support of the Utah State Legislature that supports our free education experiences through the Utah State Office of Education POPS program!!