2025–26
k–12 school performance series
Billy Goats Gruff and Other Tales
Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical
Stuntboy, In the Meantime
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Hero: The Boy from Troy
Peppa Pig: My First Concert featuring
Dear Educator,
Our K–12 School Performance Series is back, and this year we have another incredible lineup featuring some of the most acclaimed artists and shows from around the world. From fun literary adaptations and musical favorites to brand-new puppetry adventures—there’s something for all ages and grades at the Gogue Center.
We believe in serving schools with intentionality and helping you share invaluable arts experiences with your students. It is our sincere hope that our annual K–12 School Performance Series will be a conduit for transformative learning.
With this series, you’ll have the opportunity to bring your students to live performances that stir conversation, spark curiosity and encourage exploration through creativity. Prior to each performance, registered educators will receive a performance study guide containing information about the performing artist or company, the art form, and relevant, grade-appropriate lessons and activities designed to help incorporate arts and academic standards-based learning into your classroom.
Within this brochure, you’ll find a complete guide to our 2025–26 K–12 School Performance Series and other helpful information to assist you in registering your classes for all upcoming performances.
We look forward to seeing you and your students at the Gogue Center soon!
Michelle Hamff Director of Education and Engagement
Andrea Jarmon Education Coordinator
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 10:30 a.m. (Central)
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater grew from a now-fabled performance in March 1958 at the 92nd Street Y in New York City. Led by Alvin Ailey and a group of young African American modern dancers, that performance changed forever the perception of American dance. Today, the company continues Ailey’s mission by presenting important works of the past and commissioning new ones.
Each year, the Ailey Organization brings dance to more than 100,000 people in classrooms and communities across the world. This performance will include Alvin Ailey’s masterpiece Revelations, the most widely seen modern dance work in the world, which has thrilled millions since 1960.
Alicia Graf Mack Artistic Director
Matthew Rushing Associate Artistic Director
suggested grades 6–12
curricular connections
Dance & Movement
History
Music
Social Studies
Storytelling
Theatre
Jacquelin Harris, Constance Stamatiou and Renaldo Maurice in Alvin Ailey’s Revelations
photo: Danica Paulos
Peppa Pig: My First Concert
Monday, April 20, 2026
10 a.m. (Central)
Peppa Pig, along with Mummy Pig, Daddy Pig and George, visit the Gogue Center for Peppa Pig: My First Concert—a fun, interactive introduction to a live orchestra. Peppa and George learn all about the different sounds that instruments make together and enjoy some of their favorite music from the popular Peppa Pig television show (played by Southbank Sinfonia) and other exciting orchestral works perfect for young audiences. During the performance, students are encouraged to join in with Peppa and her family to make music of their own!
suggested grades PreK–3
curricular connections
English Language Arts
Math
Music
Musical Instruments
Science
Social Studies
Storytelling
Theatre
Peppa Pig: My First Concert is a fun and interactive introduction to a live orchestra that will take [students] on a magical musical journey.” — The Live Review London
Online registration for all 2025–26 K–12 School Performance Series shows opens Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at 8 a.m. (Central).
Registration forms are reviewed in the order they are received. Seat reservations are made on a first-come, first-served basis.
K–12 School Performance Series shows are priced at $5 per ticket.
Educators and/or school administrators must complete an online registration form for their school group.
Registration forms must include the total number of classes, students and adults (educators and chaperones) attending each performance. When registering, please also provide the names and email addresses of all educators attending each performance. As a reminder, a ratio of at least one educator or chaperone to every 10–15 students is required.
Schools should request all necessary accommodations when registering. Space in our sensory rooms is limited and is provided on a first-come, first-served basis. If sensory room accommodations are not available, teachers and chaperones will be directed to accompany their students to available seating in the lobby, where they can view the performance from our monitors. Educators and/or school administrators with questions or concerns should contact Heather Watson, patron services manager, by telephone at 334.844.8499.
Registrants will receive an invoice from the Gogue Center education coordinator six weeks prior to the performance date. Payment is due
no later than four weeks prior to the performance date and may be remitted via credit card or check. Failure to pay in a timely manner will result in forfeiture of tickets. All sales are final.
For more information about the Gogue Center’s K–12 School Performance Series, individual performances, or to learn more about registration, visit goguecenter.auburn.edu/k-12 or contact Andrea Jarmon, education coordinator, by telephone at 334.844.7371 or via email at gpac.education@auburn.edu.
c hanging your registration
Educators must contact the Gogue Center Department of Education and Engagement at least six weeks prior to the performance regarding registration changes, including any adjustments to the number of registered attendees. Registration of additional students, teachers and chaperones will be accommodated as space allows. Schools will be held responsible for paying the original or adjusted invoice total, whichever amount is greater.
Registrants may cancel their orders up to four weeks prior to the performance date without penalty of fee. Registrants who cancel their orders two to four weeks prior to the performance date will be charged 50 percent of the invoice total. Registrants who cancel their orders less than two weeks prior to the performance date will be charged 100 percent of the invoice total. (Please note that schools with multiple order cancellations this season may lose registration priority next season.)
To make changes to a submitted registration form, please contact Andrea Jarmon, education coordinator, by telephone at 334.844.7371 or via email at gpac.education@auburn.edu.
performance details
Unless otherwise noted, all K–12 School Performance Series shows are approximately one hour in length. Schools are advised to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the scheduled performance. Start times for all performances are listed in Central time. Dismissal will begin at the conclusion of the performance; teachers and chaperones should expect the dismissal process to take approximately 30 minutes.
All performances are subject to change and/or cancellation. The Gogue Center will notify all educators of any performance changes as soon as they can be made available.
performance venue
All K–12 School Performance Series shows will be presented at the Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center at Auburn University. The Gogue Center is located at 910 South College Street in Auburn, Alabama. All performances will be held indoors at the Woltosz Theatre.
seating
All ticket purchases are general admission, and seat reservations are made on a first-come, first-served basis. Seats are assigned by the Gogue Center based on group size, grade level and accommodation needs.
parking
The Gogue Center can accommodate both passenger cars and buses (school, coach, shuttle and transit) during performances.
Educators will receive detailed parking instructions and transportation-related updates prior to each performance. Bus drivers will be asked to provide a contact number where they can be reached and should remain on-site for the duration of the performance.
bus reimbursement program
All schools attending a K–12 School Performance Series show are eligible to participate in the Gogue Center’s bus reimbursement program. Educators may request information on the bus reimbursement program when submitting their registration form or by contacting Andrea Jarmon, education coordinator, via email at gpac.education@auburn.edu.
lunch
Schools wishing to stay in the area for lunch are encouraged to consider visiting one of the many nearby City of Auburn parks. A list of parks can be found online at auburnalabama. org/parks/facilities. Schools may also explore other opportunities available on or around the Auburn University campus.
For additional information and details on parks and venues located near the Gogue Center, educators may contact Andrea Jarmon, education coordinator, via email at gpac.education@auburn.edu.
The Gogue Center is committed to making all facets of our organization accessible to all audiences. The following accommodations are available:
Accessible locations for wheelchairs and for patrons who wish to transfer from mobility devices into seats are available. All public restrooms are also wheelchair-accessible.
American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation is available. Requests for ASL interpretation services are requested no later than two weeks prior to a performance.
Assistive listening devices are available on a first-come, firstserved basis.
Audio descriptions, captioning and reserved seating are available. Requests for visual accommodations are requested no later than four weeks prior to a performance.
Sensory-friendly viewing areas are available to patrons who have need.
