Bringing Theater to Every Student

School Field Trips

Zach Theater is committed to making professional theater accessible to all students. Our field trip performances are thoughtfully crafted for students, supporting literacy and social-emotional learning. With study guides and easy day-of logistics, educators have everything they need to enhance learning through an unforgettable field trip.

More than 25,000 Central Texas students attend these weekday shows each year. Tickets are prices at $12 or less per student, with discounts available for Title I schools. We don't turn anyone away!

2026-27 School Year

A play where imagination reigns

The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe

October 13 - December 11, 2026 | The Whisenhunt

Step through the wardrobe and enter Narnia, a frozen world full of magic, adventure, and Turkish delight. In this imaginative adaptation, two actors bring an entire kingdom to life onstage. Join the Pevensie siblings and the noble lion Aslan as they battle the White Witch to break her curse on Narnia!

Age Recommendation: Kindergarten & Up
Runtime: 60 min (no intermission)
Curricular Connections: Language Arts (Literary Analysis, Narrative Structure), Social Studies (World War II History), Dual Language (Translation, Comparative Linguistics), Science (Ecology, Seasons), Philosophy (Ethics, Morality), Theatre (Character Development, World-Building), and Social-Emotional Learning (Bravery, Integrity).

Content Warnings: This show includes stylized battles, theatrical violence, and themes of loss. We encourage individuals to use discretion when determining what is right for their students.

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The timeless Peanuts musical

A Charlie Brown Christmas

November 4 - December 11, 2026 | The Kleberg

Back after a sold-out run last season! Charlie Brown’s search for the true meaning of Christmas unfolds with a little help from Snoopy, Linus, and the whole gang. Set to Vince Guaraldi's unforgettable jazz score, this festive show sparkles with timeless Peanuts charm.

Age Recommendation: Pre-K & Up
Runtime: 40 min (no intermission)
Curricular Connections: Theater and Music, Social Studies (Holiday and Traditions), Social-Emotional Learning (Empathy, Belonging, Inclusion)

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A bilingual adventura for the whole family

GO, DOG. GO! | VE PERRO ¡VE!

February 9 - April 30, 2027 | The Kleberg

Sit, stay, ¡Ve! Follow these delightful dogs as they swim, play ball, and head to la fiesta, all in a vibrant blend of English y Español. Like a pop-up book leaping off the page, this bilingual celebration of música, color, e idioma is pure joy from start to finish.

Age Recommendation: Pre-K & Up
Runtime: 60 min (no intermission)
Curricular Connections: Dual Language (Bilingualism, Biliteracy), Language Arts (Reading, Vocabulary), Mathematics (Spatial Relationships, Sorting), Science (Motion, Animals), Visual Arts (Color, Design), Theatre (Pantomime, Role Play), and Social-Emotional Learning (Social Cues, Cooperation).

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A disastrously hilarious comedy spectacle

Peter Pan Goes Wrong

February 18, 2027 at 11:00AM | The Topfer

Flying actors, pyrotechnics, sharp hooks. What could possibly go wrong? From the Tony Award®-winning creators of The Play That Goes Wrong comes this side-splitting rollercoaster of a comedy. With casting disputes, wardrobe malfunctions, and collapsing sets, the journey to Neverland veers wildly off course in this laugh-out-loud ode to live theater.

Age Recommendation: 5th Grade & Up
Runtime: 2hrs 5min (with a 20min intermission)
Curricular Connections: Theatre Arts, Language Arts, Fine Arts, STEM (Engineering & Design), Social-Emotional Learning (Collaboration, Resilience, Problem-Solving), and Communication.

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Agatha Christie’s best-selling mystery

And Then There Were None

May 6, 2027 at 11:00AM | The Topfer

Ten strangers, one island, no way out. We're serving up another delicious Agatha Christie whodunit this season, based on the best-selling mystery novel of all time. As a storm rolls in, guests meet their demise one by one, leaving the survivors scrambling to uncover who’s next—and who’s behind it all.

Age Recommendation: 9th Grade & Up
Runtime: 2 hours 20 minutes (with a 20 min intermission)
Curricular Connections: Language Arts, Theatre Arts, Social Studies (Justice & Ethics), Critical Thinking, and Social-Emotional Learning (Decision-Making, Accountability, Empathy).

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Ticket Pricing

$12 per student
Title 1 Discounts available
One free teacher ticket for every 10 students
Additional adults: $20 per person

Ready to Book?

For questions about booking or pricing, email [email protected] or call 512-476-0541 x2.

Once you reserve, you’ll receive a confirmation right away and an official invoice within two business days.

TEACHER FAQs

Yes! We’ll just need to know your Title One percentage, which you can usually get from your school or administration. Our goal is to make our programs accessible to all schools, regardless of their funding status.
Our shows are designed to be as sensory-friendly as possible, with headphones and fidgets available for students who may need them. We also offer accessible seating, though availability may vary by venue. To ensure we can accommodate your needs, please let us know in advance if you require specific seating arrangements for your field trip.
When making a reservation, after selecting your show date and time, you’ll see a dropdown menu next to ‘Students + Adults Headcount.’ The number displayed represents the remaining available seats. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate any additional seating beyond what is listed.
To ensure the safety of all children attending shows at Zach Theatre, teachers must now request a ticket access link before the show. This link allows them to distribute tickets only to pre-approved parents. Parent tickets will be available for purchase starting two weeks before the show and are sold on a first-come, first-served basis.
If you’re paying by credit card, feel free to give us a call at 512-476-0541, ext. 2, and we’d be happy to assist you with your payment over the phone.

Alternatively, if you’re paying by check, please mail it to the following address:

Zach Theater
Attn: School Shows
1510 Toomey Road,
Austin, TX 78704

For Parents

PARENT FAQs

We provide a parent link for purchasing seats, which are given directly to the teacher to distribute for student safety. This link will be available for two weeks before the show date (subject to availability) and operates on a first-come, first-served basis.
We don’t provide physical tickets for School Shows, if you receive a confirmation email you are good to go! If you would like to sit with your child, we recommend arriving before or at the same time as the school.
Unfortunately no, we do not allow walk-up purchases at this time. We are committed to ensuring the safety of all children attending shows at Zach Theatre. As part of this effort, we have updated our protocols for additional security, please reach out to your child’s teacher for the parent ticket link (see above). Thank you for your understanding and support!

School Field Trips

2026-27 School Year

The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe

A Charlie Brown Christmas

GO, DOG. GO! | VE PERRO ¡VE!

Peter Pan Goes Wrong

And Then There Were None

Ticket Pricing

Ready to Book?

TEACHER FAQs

I am a teacher wanting to book tickets for my class. Do you offer a Title One discount?

Do your venues offer accessible seating for wheelchairs? Do you offer sensory friendly shows?

What if a show is sold out? How can I tell if a show is sold out?

I am a teacher and parents/guardians want to attend our performance. How can I get them tickets?

How can I pay for my field trip?

PARENT FAQs

I am a parent. When can I purchase tickets?

I bought a Parent Ticket, will I receive a ticket through my email?

Can I walk-up the day of the performance and purchase a ticket?

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