Where Learning Takes Center Stage

Season for Young People at Tennessee Performing Arts Center connects students with the power of live performance through engaging daytime shows designed specifically for school audiences. 

Each year, thousands of students travel to TPAC for field trips that bring stories, music, science, and culture to life on stage. These performances offer meaningful connections to classroom learning while introducing students to the excitement of live theatre. 

The season features a curated lineup of productions ranging from literary adaptations and cultural performances to science demonstrations and musical storytelling. Each experience encourages students to explore new ideas, ask questions, and experience the arts in a shared learning environment. 

For many students, attending a Season for Young People performance is their first visit to a theater. These experiences spark curiosity and creativity while helping students see the arts as an essential part of our shared cultural life. 

In addition to in-person performances at TPAC, Season for Young People also includes digital engagements available to classrooms, providing flexible access to performances that can be streamed directly at school. 

Policies & Procedures

We want to make experiencing the performing arts easy for you. Be sure to read our policies & procedures before making a reservation.

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Educator Resources, Travel Grants & Subsidies

TPAC offers opportunities to make participation fun, educational, and affordable for each and every student.

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Standards & Curriculum Connections

Discover ways to integrate each performance into your curriculum with educational teaching standards.

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Thanks to Our Lead Season for Young People Partners

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