Student Matinee Series

Introducing the 2025-2026 Student Matinee Series:

Thank you to our 2024-25 Newman Center Visionary Sponsor the Genesee Mountain Foundation! 

Frequently Asked Questions

• How can I pay for tickets?

  Tickets are now free for all student matinees!

• I wanted to reserve tickets, but the performance was sold out. Do you have a waitlist?

  Please email luke.wachter@du.edu to put your name on the waitlist when applicable.

• Do you offer any further discounts on tickets or transportation?

  Transportation subsidies are available. Please contact luke.wachter@du.edu for more information.

• How will I know my ticket order has been filled?

  You will be contacted to confirm details of the ticket request. If you do not receive a response within one week, please email luke.wachter@du.edu.

• What should I do if I need to change or cancel my reservation?

  We understand that occassionally plans change. Please do your best to be as accurate as possible when making your reservation. If you need to modify or cancel your reservation, please contact luke.wachter@du.edu as soon as possible so tickets can be released to the waitlist.

• Do you have parking close to the venue?

  Yes, the Newman Center for the Performing Arts is located at 2344 East Iliff Avenue in Denver. The Newman Center parking garage is located immediately south of the Newman Center at University and Wesley. A free parking pass will be provided to student matinee series audiences.

• Is there school bus parking and loading onsite?

  Yes, we have easily accessible bus loading and parking available. We will arrange details when confirming your ticket reservation.

• Can our bus driver attend the performance?

  The bus driver will park in a designated lot. In order for your bus driver to attend the performance, email luke.wachter@du.edu.

• Can we eat lunch on campus?

  There is space on a limited basis to eat inside after the performance and ample space outside. For requests, please email luke.wachter@du.edu.

• Is the venue accessible? Are there additional accessibility accommodations that can be provided?

  All performances are wheelchair accessible and assisted listening devices are available. Please let us know in advance if your students will be requiring special seating, personal captioning devices, or any other assistance to make your visit more enjoyable. Your school must provide interpreters for deaf students, unless otherwise noted.

• What if the weather is bad the day of the performance?

  Only under very extreme circumstances will we cancel a performance. In the event that we cancel a performance, we will make every effort to schedule your students for a future performance.

• What venue guidelines should I be aware of?

  Turn off all cell phones, watch alarms, and any electronic devices before entering the theatre.

  Food, gum, beverages, and backpacks are not allowed in the theatre. We ask that these items be left at school or on the bus. We are not responsible for lost or stolen items.

  For students bringing lunch to eat on campus, lunches may be brought into the performance hall, but must not be opened or consumed until classroom is at its lunch location.

For additional questions, email luke.wachter@du.edu.