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Arts in Education

Arts in Education Events

2025-2026 Season

Each season, the Clark Center and other regional and community partners, team up to present a number of Schooltime Matinee events targeted toward young students. Through the generous support of program sponsors, these low-to-no cost events provide meaningful arts experiences to young audiences, while furthering the mission of the Clark Center educating our community through the power of cultural and performing arts.

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Opera SLO Orchestra:
Peter and the Wolf

Presented in Collaboration with the SLO County Office of Education & Opera SLO

Monday, November 10 at 11:10 AM
Approximately 35 minutes in length
Recommended for Grades 1-6
Tickets: Free

Opera SLO's live orchestral performance of Sergei Prokofiev's symphonic children's tale Peter and the Wolf is sure to be a memorable morning. Narrated by local educators, this whimsical story of vigilance, bravery, and resourcefulness will enchant audiences and expand their musical awareness.

Ticket reservations for this event are being managed by the SLO County Office of Education using the link below.

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Mariachi Plata de WNMU

Mariachi Plata de Western New Mexico University

Presented by HR Entertainment

Monday, December 15 at 11:30 AM
Approximately 60 minutes in length
Tickets $7.00 (Free for LMUSD schools)

This group of young maestros who love mariachi music has toured throughout the United States and Mexico, participating in major festivals including De Tecalitlan Los Sones, El Encuentro de Mariachi, as well as several mariachi conferences in Texas, New Mexico, and California.

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Composite of several American Ballet Theatre dancers in poses

American Ballet Theatre Studio Company

Wednesday, March 18 at 11:00 AM
Approximately 60 minutes in length
Tickets $7.00 (Free for LMUSD schools)

Composed of 12-18 extraordinary young dancers, aged 17 to 21, this elite group represents the next generation of top ballet talent. With nearly 80% of American Ballet Theatre’s current dancers being alumni, including renowned artists like Misty Copeland and Isabella Boylston, the Studio Company is a launching pad for future stars.

ABT Studio Company captivates audiences with performances that blend classical and neoclassical masterpieces with innovative contemporary works. Each season, they collaborate with diverse choreographers, emphasizing female creators, to premiere new ballets tailored for these rising stars.

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QUESTIONS? Please email ArtsEd@clarkcenter.org or call the Clark Center Box Office at 805-489-9444
Box Office Hours: Tue-Fri 1-6, Sat 12-4, Closed Sun-Mon