Field Trips & TYA PRODUCTIONS
Since its inception, ECTC has offered Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA) through partnerships with Grand Boulevard at Sandestin, the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County, and the St. Joe Community Foundation. TYA is theatre performances specifically designed for the children of our community. Over 8,600 students have experienced field trips or TYA programs with ECTC. Our world is one of electronic distractions. Theatre provides our children with an unplugged experience where they are in the presence of artists creating relatable, real world art right in front of them. In a study by researchers in the University of Arkansas Department of Education Reform they found that “field trips to live theater enhance literary knowledge, tolerance and empathy among students.” Each field trip experience at ECTC includes educational enhancement activities for the classroom and can include a post show Q&A with the actors if time permits.
The Glass Menagerie
FIELD TRIPS:
Wednesday, October 29 at 10AM
Amanda Wingfield can't help but dream of the past — a long-gone adolescence of lavish parties and high society suitors. In contrast, her present is anything but dazzling. Living in squalor with her two adult children, Tom and Laura, the bills are piling up, and pressure to secure the Wingfield family's future is swelling. This Tennessee Williams theatrical classic is a timeless gem you won’t want to miss.
Annie
FIELD TRIPS:
Wednesday, December 17 at 10AM
Leapin’ lizards! Join your favorite red headed orphan Annie, Daddy Warbucks, and the eternally grumpy Miss Hannigan for this feel good story of finding your forever home.
With hits like “You’re Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile,” “It’s a Hard Knock Life,” and “Tomorrow,” you will experience the magic of the holidays and the spirit of generosity that always comes this time of year.
Murder on the Orient Express
FIELD TRIPS:
Wednesday, January 21 at 10AM
Winter 1934 and an avalanche stops the Orient Express dead in its tracks. One murder and one train full of suspects equals one impossible case. Trapped in the snow with a killer still on-board, can the world’s most famous detective, Hercule Poirot, crack the case before the train reaches its final destination?
Elephant & Piggie's "We Are in a Play!"
FIELD TRIPS:
March 25 - 27 at 9AM & 10:30AM
Elephant and Piggie sing and dance their way through plenty of pachydermal peril and swiney suspense in this vaudevillian romp. Filled with beloved characters and lively songs inspired by Mo Willems’ beloved children’s book, Elephant & Piggie's "We Are in a Play!" is the perfect way to introduce young people to theatre.