TAM has provided literature-based education programs in schools and community centers since the Theater’s founding. Education Tours make adaptations of classic literature accessible to a geographically and economically diverse audience. The two main programs are Shakespeare in Maine Communities and Page to Stage.
Shakespeare in Maine Communities
Through Shakespeare in Maine Communities TAM takes the Bard on the road with 60 to 90-minute versions of Shakespeare with five to eight actors. Plays are fully designed, rehearsed, and tour to schools and community centers. The target grade levels are middle and high schools. The objectives are to build analytical and literacy skills through the examination of classic literature; to inspire imaginative thinking and foster creativity; to increase confidence, self-esteem, and a sense of community. Previous tours have reached more than 6,000 students. In 2024 TAM will bring Romeo & Juliet to middle/high schools and community venues. Dates for Shakespeare in Maine Communities 2024 are October 8-26.
Click Here for the 2024 Shakespeare in Maine Communities Romeo & Juliet Digital Brochure
Click Here for the 2024 Shakespeare in Maine Communities Tour Reservation Form
Click Here for the 2024 Shakespeare in Maine Communities Student Performances in Cumston Hall Reservation Form
Page to Stage
Each spring, TAM brings adaptations of classic literature to students across Maine. In 2024 TAM will present The Velveteen Rabbit for grades pre-k-8, to deepen understanding of, appreciation for, and connection to classic literature for learners of all ages. “When a child loves you for a long, long time…then you become real.” So says the Rocking-Horse to the Velveteen Rabbit in Margery Williams’ literary classic. A toy rabbit, given as a gift to a young boy, yearns for the day the boy will choose her so that she can become real. Through love, devotion, and a little bit of magic her dream comes true in this heart-warming tale for dreamers of all ages. In 2024, TAM will bring The Velveteen Rabbit into elementary/middle schools, and community centers. Dates for the Page to Stage tour are April 22 through May 17, 2024. From May 20 through 24, groups can attend performances at historic Cumston Hall in here in Monmouth. Residencies can be developed collaboratively or may be adapted from existing models: Page to Stage Workshops and Art of Theatre Extended Residencies.
Click Here for the 2024 Page to Stage The Velveteen Rabbit Digital Brochure
Click Here for the 2024 Page to Stage The Velveteen Rabbit Tour Reservation Form
Click Here for the 2024 Page to Stage The Velveteen Rabbit Cumston Hall Performances Reservation Form
Resource Guides
Providing background information on the plays, productions, and people of classic plays, Teacher Resource Guides prepare students for touring productions. Common core-aligned activities are included to explore the plays in the classroom before and after the performance. Additional resource guides available upon request.
For more information contact the Box Office at 207.933.9999 or boxoffice@theateratmonmouth.org