Bring your curriculum to life and give your students the experience of live theatre!

 

The Rialto Square Theatre serves as an educational center for children and families and as a presenting arts organization serving over 50 surrounding communities. The Rialto School Matinee Series offers a distinct arts education initiative throughout Joliet and the greater Will County area. The mission of the Rialto Square Theatre school matinee program is to support the curriculum of schools by providing culturally diverse programs for K-12 students. This will be accomplished by providing performances as teaching tools that cultivate an appreciation for the performing arts among young people that will last throughout their lives.

The Rialto Square Theatre is committed to providing the best opportunities for children to experience and participate in the performing arts. We are proud to announce that over half a million students have experienced a professional performing arts event with us since the inception of this program. This season continues the tradition of providing great performances to enhance learning, fire imaginations, and reinforce school curriculum in meaningful ways.

Please Read Carefully Before Making Your Reservation
Call the Rialto Theatre Box Office at 815-726-6600 to place your group’s reservation. A contract will then be sent to you. Return your deposit and signed contract within 30 days of placing your order. Orders $100 or less must be paid in full at the time of order. Payments must be made by check or credit card. Please note the payment dates may be adjusted based on the amount of time remaining before a performance. Orders that are not paid by the deadline are subject to cancellation. Your seats are reserved based on the date of receipt of your deposit payment (early deposits are seated first). Exceptions will only be made for groups with children with special needs. Each performance lasts approximately on hour; reservations must be made in advance.

Grant Assistance Generously Provided by ExxonMobil
Thanks to a donation by ExxonMobil, we will provide grant opportunities for Will County schools that demonstrate the need for financial assistance. We invite schools located in Will County that serve low-income communities (40% or higher) to submit an application to be considered for our available grants. These grants will be given on a first-come-first-serve basis. If you meet this criteria, please complete the Grant Application found on the right-hand side of this page. 

Special Needs Groups
Groups with special needs students, such as wheelchair spaces or hearing/ visual limitations, must notify box office staff at the time of order to ensure proper seating.

To make your School Matinee Series reservations, or ask any questions, please call 815.726.6600 or email Kris Hernandez

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To reserve tickets call 815.726.6600

2019-2020 Grant Application

Thanks to a donation by ExxonMobil, we will provide grant opportunities for Will County schools that demonstrate the need for financial assistance. We invite schools located in Will County that serve low-income communities (40% or higher) to complete an application to be considered for our available grants. These grants will be given on a first-come-first-serve basis. Please complete the grant application here:  GRANT APPLICATION FORM.