Lion King -“This is the most amazing thing I've ever seen.”

Ervin Elementary, 4th Grader

"It's hard to provide this feedback without becoming emotional students from all walks and backgrounds need these types of experience to provide context motivation and inspiration to find their own life paths. We are so grateful."

Iron Middle School, Principal

Lion King "One of our African American students who keeps to themselves commented that all of them are black this was life changing for her to see herself represented in such an amazing venue in performance."

Waters Elementary, Teacher

Lion King "I can't explain how happy I am right now.”

Irons Middle School, 8th grade

My students were literally bouncing up and down of excitement to see this show the look on their faces and the verbal noises they made when the show started reminded me why I became a theater teacher my students will be forever changed by this experience I also believe the quality of our school performances will increase greatly because of this experience.

Irons Middle School, Teacher

"This is the first time for 99% of our students to see a Broadway caliber musical we were not sure how they would respond we knew they would enjoy the show because of the quality and hoped it would impact their appreciation for theatrical productions. It was only when witnessing students of all ages and tears that we realized the experience was changing lives right before our eyes they were riveted by the artistry and quality of production that was beyond our comprehension with its diverse casts intimate Talkback opportunities from the actors and presented in a one-of-a-kind facility The Lion King touched our student souls and broadened their view of the world tenfold."

Lubbock ISD, Exec. Fine Arts Director

"Our students throughout the entire performance were giddy to see and hear music from beloved movie played out in front of them they also loved the Q&A session and especially at the end and how the actors and dancers came from schools and situations just like theirs."

Evan Middle School, Teacher

"I got to experience this with the students who had never been their expression their gratitude their laughter their smiles and each student recalling their favorite element of the musical on the bus drive home is forever ingrained in my mind thank you for this opportunity to make memories!"

Meadgen Elementary, Teacher

"On March 2nd, we took 25 students and five staff/chaperones to the production of Six. This was a new experience for all our students and some of the staff. It was a joy to see their reactions to the city, the building, and the show. One of our students wants to be a costume design major, and here is what he had to say: "Six the musical was amazing!" -Seferino

I can't thank you enough for providing our students with this opportunity! It impacted their lives, whether they realize it now or later."

Garden City Community College TRIO Student Support Services

"Most of my students didn't know what to expect. They only knew that Stomp was some guys banging on trash cans. They show blew them all away! It had humor, incredibly skilled performers, and interaction with the audience. On the bus ride home, a group of guys broke out into their own drum session. I smiled all the way home. The next day one of my students thanked me for taking him to the show. He had never gone to a play before and didn't think he would ever get the opportunity. I just want to thank the American Theatre Guild for allowing me to take my students to see Stomp! It changed how they perceived the arts."

Phillips High School Theatre Group

"We had the most amazing time with the 50 students and leaders that were able to attend because of your generous donation. We reach students that would not usually have the chance to attend such a special event and experience. It was so fun to see their faces as they watched the show. They were on their best behavior and left feeling blessed to have been given the opportunity. Thank you so much for including us in this gift."

Lane County Youth for Christ

“This experience was amazing and eye-opening! I loved being able to see a musical performed by professional actors. I now want to see many more plays.”

Tylie G.

“Thank you, American Theatre Guild, for the tickets to Dear Evan Hansen. I greatly enjoyed the show, as well as the messages the show brought to light, like the problems with social media. Thank you!”

Jimmy R.

“I would like to thank you for your very generous donation into all of our hearts and minds, as well as for showing us and proving to others that theatre is a gift for all to enjoy.”

Isaac G.

“Thank you, American Theatre Guild! We really enjoyed going out and watching Dear Evan Hansen! You allowed us to do something we couldn’t have if it weren’t for your funding. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!”

Mason F.

“Thank you so much! This was such a great experience to have. It was wonderful to see acting on a greater level than just school performances.”

Chelsea C.

“Thank you so much for allowing me to experience such a great play! I loved it! It was the best that I have ever seen. I also loved the building as well.”

Soriya E.

“Thank you so much for giving our school the tickets! It truly means a lot to have something like this. It seemed so small to some people but so big to me!”

Sierra H.

“Thank you for letting me experience this wonderful play! This experience opened my eyes and heart to the world of theatre. Now I know that theatre is meant for me.”

Letzi V.

“Thank you to the American Theatre Guild for giving us this incredible experience. It was amazing to be able to watch this amazing production.”

Abigail R.

“I am grateful for the opportunity ATG gave us. I had a great experience, and I had a lot of fun. Without your help, I would have never been able to watch Dear Evan Hansen.”

Mia V.

“Thank you for letting us go see Dear Evan Hansen! We had a great time and got to experience many things that we wouldn’t originally be able to do. Having the chance to dress up and go made me feel excited.”

Karen R.

“Thank you. The opportunity to see a show of this caliber is not something that I will get very often, and it was an amazing experience. I am truly thankful for this gift.”

Mason T.

“Thank you so much for the tickets! I’m so glad you did this for us!”

Thomas R.

“Thank you! This show was absolutely amazing! I enjoyed this experience so much, and I will definitely be seeing another show again!”

Kambrie W.

“Thank you so much for this wonderful opportunity to see something so amazing. It truly opened my mind. I will never forget this.”

Edna A.

"Thank you for giving us this amazing opportunity. Truly, this is a dream come true. I couldn’t be more grateful.”

Abby H.

“Thank you! Thank you for the opportunity and the tickets. We greatly appreciate it! I loved the show. It was beautifully done.”

Isabel P.

“This is something that I will never forget.”

Morgan T.

“Thank you so much for allowing us to watch this play. It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience that I will never forget. This was the best play I have watched, which really changed my outlook on life.”

Dreah B.

“Thank you so much! It was an amazing experience you provided for my classmates and me! It was mind-blowing to see all of the technology in that building! The lights were awesome! We have six dimmer switches on the wall that control our colored lights, so it was so fun to see real stage lights.”

Hanna J.

“Thank you for this wonderful opportunity and for helping us make great memories. It was life-changing and something that I won’t ever be able to forget.”

Emily N.