Opportunities
for Educators
Metro Theater Company offers a range of programs at the theater and in classrooms to enhance and support student learning. If you are interested in booking any of these programs, please contact Carrie Simon at carrie@metroplays.org.
Book multiple programs and save!* Underwriting available.
2 or more unique programs: 15% off total cost
3 or more unique programs: 20% off total cost
*Subject to schedule availability. Some exclusions may apply.
In Your Classroom
Taught by Metro Theater Company’s professional teaching artists!
Building Community Through Drama
An engaging program that explores social and emotional learning, develops empathy, and investigates historical and current instances of bullying and oppression. $750/5-session program, ($150/session). Best for elementary and middle school.
Building Community Through Drama is currently underwritten by St. Louis County Children’s Service Fund. If you work for a school that is in St. Louis county and are interested in Building Community Through Drama, we are able to come to your school for FREE!
Arts Integration: Arts-Based Teaching
MTC works in partnership with classroom teachers to design and facilitate arts-based programs that integrate with core curriculum. $150/session (Curriculum is based on a minimum of 5 sessions). Best for early childhood, elementary, and middle school.
Early Childhood Learning
Early childhood students engage in literacy and learning through a blend of art forms. $150/session.
Professional Development
Participants actively explore arts integration and envision where these strategies can be implemented in their own practice. $200/hour. For all ages.
Teacher Jessie Joiner and students of Our Lady of Guadalupe School share why they love having Metro Theater Company in the classroom!
Celeste Grayer, Social Worker at Peabody Elementary, St. Louis Public Schools shares her thoughts about partnering with Metro Theater Company.
In Performance
2026-27 Season
Field Trip and School Tour Details and Pricing
Princess of the Pose:
A Josephine Baker Story
A World Premiere Devised by Metro Theater Company
Directed by Jacqueline Thompson
Touring October 5 - November 1, 2026
Strike a pose with Josephine Baker – St. Louis’ first international superstar! This world premiere one-woman show will take you on a journey through Josephine’s extraordinary life from St. Louis to Paris and beyond! In a world full of barriers and limitations, Josephine Baker exemplified the power of boldly and creatively paving your own path. Princess of the Pose encourages young people to find their inner superstar through Josephine's resilience, courage, and unflinching fight for equality. Performed by St. Louis native and Metro Theater Company artist Tyler White. Join us this fall as we celebrate this one-of-a-kind trailblazer and her unforgettable legacy!
Made Possible Through the Generous Support of Mary Strauss
National Core Arts Standard (theatre): Perceive and analyze artistic work
Missouri Learning Standard (theatre): Interpret intent and meaning in artistic work
The Odyssey Experience
By Christopher T. Parks
Created by Christopher T. Parks, Jim Murtha, & Lorna Howley
Directed by Ellie Schwetye
Touring February 1 - March 28, 2027
Take the stage in this epic Greek adventure! Adapted from Homer’s The Odyssey, this regional premiere transports audiences back in time to the Trojan War. The Odyssey Experience will guide young people through Odysseus's daring journey by placing them at the center of the story. Along the way, students will have the chance to become royals, merfolk, and even Poseidon! This immersive experience is a fresh, fun way to experience one of literature's greatest adventures.
Made Possible Through the Generous Support of The Whitaker Foundation and PricewaterhouseCoopers
National Core Arts Standard (theatre): Perceive and analyze artistic work
Missouri Learning Standard (theatre): Interpret intent and meaning in artistic work
