The University Concert Series is proud to offer a community-engagement program that takes high-quality educational experiences directly to area youth in mid-Missouri.

In recent years, studies have proven what the University Concert Series has been aware of: that the inclusion of the performing arts in a child’s life improves the quality of their educational experience. The arts teach discipline, build self-esteem, inspire creativity and help young people to set and reach goals.

For well over a decade, the University Concert Series has not only been entertaining mid-Missouri with world-renowned artists, but also has been offering outreach programs for youth in this community as well. Our community-engagement program brings together a broad range of area youth with distinguished artists to enhance the educational experience and make the performing arts accessible to youth at every economic level.

School Shows:

These daytime performances in Missouri Theatre run about 45 minutes in length and are a great field-trip opportunity. 

Outreach:

Each year, the Concert Series visits groups throughout mid-Missouri bringing mini-performances, workshops and masterclasses to schools, hospitals and senior groups.

Kids to Concerts:

How to contribute: Make a donation here and send anywhere between four and 500 kids to a show.

How to request tickets for your school or organization: If you are a school or non-profit organization and would like to apply to receive free or discounted tickets through this program, please put your request in writing. Include your group’s need, desired performance if applicable and requested number of tickets. This request can be sent to concertseries@concertseries.org.