Learn & Engage
Educators & Youth
Christel DeHaan Student Matinee Program
Educator Resources
Submission Deadline 1.12.26
Young Playwrights in Process
Young Playwrights in Process (YPiP) is an online playwriting competition for Indiana students in grades 6-12. YPiP encourages middle and high school students across Indiana to write, creating plays that reflect and challenge their world. Theatre professionals read and provide written comments to all participants and winners receive cash prizes and a trip to the IRT to see their plays performed by professional actors!
Educator Discounts
The IRT is a strong supporter of those who educate our youth! As a token of our appreciation, educators receive discounted tickets. Educators can purchase two $15 tickets for themselves and half-price tickets for family ($27 minimum price on tickets after the discount) to all Preview Performances (the first Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday night performances) of a show’s run. For all other performances, educators can receive half-price tickets ($27 minimum price on tickets after the discount) for themselves and their families.
During A Christmas Carol, educators can purchase two $15 tickets for themselves and half-price tickets for family ($27 minimum price on tickets after the discount) to any November performance and can receive half-price tickets ($27 minimum price on tickets after the discount) for themselves and their families for any other performance date.
Identification is required to take advantage of these discounts. The IRT will request identification to be shown in-person when receiving your tickets at the Ticket Office.
Please call the Ticket Office at 317.635.5252 to book your performance. This discount does not apply to online purchases. If you’re interested in booking a student matinee, click here.
September 17, 2025
Teacher Appreciation Night
The IRT is excited to welcome teachers to see the IRT’s season opener, The 39 Steps. Teachers can receive one free ticket and up to 2 $10 tickets for their friends or family. Meet members of the education team to learn about all the IRT has to offer and grab some snacks and swag. Space is limited, so reserve your tickets now for this one night only event!
WHO: Teachers
WHAT: The 39 Steps
WHEN: September 17, 2025 at 5:30 PM
COST: Free for Teachers & $10 for guests (Educator ID must be shown at time of ticket pickup)
“I appreciate how accommodating you are to my students with special needs. They are always SO EXCITED to visit IRT.”Ben Davis 9th Grade Center
The cast of the IRT's 2019 production of Elephant & Piggie's "We Are in a Play!". Photo by Zach Rosing.
For Youth
Theatre Camp
Bring theatre to life at the IRT! Children new to theatre can learn the basics in the introductory camps, while more advanced actors can sharpen their skills at our intermediate camps.
Youth & Scout Programming
IRT offers a wide array of special programming, volunteer opportunities, and discount tickets for youth and scouts.