Nutcracker + STEM Performance — Youth Matinee Series

About this event

Enjoy a mini-performance of the Nutcracker Ballet!This performance celebrates the magic of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math). This event will be roughly 45 minutes in length with no intermission. It is designed for elementary aged youth (in particular grades 2-5) but could easily be modified for older or younger youth. All activities work to support a variety of literacy and STEM standards.The Nutcracker Ballet tells the story of a young girl, a heroic prince, and the fantastic dream they share.Presented in partnership with Stephens Auditorium and Iowa State University Extension and Outreach"*" indicates required fields12:30 PM: Nutcracker + STEM Performance*Price:Seat ReservationsI am reserving*11 or more paid seats10 or fewer paid seats$4 reservationsQuantity*Price:$4.00Quantity Please use thisIowa DOE documentto calculate free admissions for classrooms attending any of the Martha-Ellen Youth Matinee Series shows in 2026-27 school year. Although new federal guidelines extended free school lunches for all students, we are unable to offer free admission to everyone due to our own budget constraints.Grade Levels AttendingPlease indicate which grade levels are attending.ADA Seating Requests (on a first come basis)The Iowa State Center is accessible to persons with mobility needs. Please include accessibility seating requests in your order (i.e. wheelchair, limited mobility, no steps).Lunch Space or Bus ParkingDo you need space for lunches?No, we do not need space for lunchesYes, we need space for lunchesDo you need parking space for buses?No, we do not need space for bus parkingYes, we need space for bus parkingNumber of Buses*Contact InformationPlease provide contact information for the person who will coordinate attendance on the day of the performance. This person will receive important information about the show prior to their arrival, so we must have a correct email for the responsible party.School/Organization*Primary Contact Name*FirstLastPrimary Contact Email*Event updates will be communicated to this email.Primary Contact Phone*Billing Address*Street AddressAddress Line 2CityState Province RegionZIP Postal CodePayment Type*Pay Online Today!Mail payment with invoiceSubmit your reservation through this form. You will then be emailed an invoice.Print off your invoiceand mail in payment.Mail your invoicewith paymentto the following address:Youth Matinee Series ReservationScheman Building, Suite 102Ames, IA 50011Makecheckspayable toIowa State Center.Reservation GuidelinesRequired Acknowledgements*I have read and agree to the reservation guidelinesI understand that online reservations for 10 or fewer tickets must be paid onlineI understand that in-person day of show sales are $5/seatI understand all seats are general admission.I understand physical tickets are not issued.Select AllAllpaidreservationswill be on a guest-list for entry upon arrival.Reservation Fees are based on # of paid tickets:1-10 tickets, $3.0011-50 tickets, $5.0051-100 tickets, $10.00101-150 tickets, $15.00151+ tickets, $20.00# of paid seatsPayment MethodCredit CardAmerican ExpressDiscoverMasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, VisaCard NumberExpiration DateSecurity CodeCardholder NameReservation FeePrice:Reservation FeePrice:Reservation FeePrice:Reservation FeePrice:Reservation FeePrice:Total (including reservation fee)Submit Enjoy a mini-performance of the Nutcracker Ballet! This performance celebrates the magic of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math). This event will be roughly 45 minutes in length with no intermission. It is designed for elementary aged youth (in particular grades 2-5) but could easily be modified for older or younger youth. All activities work to support a variety of literacy and STEM standards. The Nutcracker Ballet tells the story of a young girl, a heroic prince, and the fantastic dream they share. Presented in partnership with Stephens Auditorium and Iowa State University Extension and Outreach "*" indicates required fields12:30 PM: Nutcracker + STEM Performance*Price:Seat ReservationsI am reserving*11 or more paid seats10 or fewer paid seats$4 reservationsQuantity*Price:$4.00Quantity Please use thisIowa DOE documentto calculate free admissions for classrooms attending any of the Martha-Ellen Youth Matinee Series shows in 2026-27 school year. Although new federal guidelines extended free school lunches for all students, we are unable to offer free admission to everyone due to our own budget constraints.Grade Levels AttendingPlease indicate which grade levels are attending.ADA Seating Requests (on a first come basis)The Iowa State Center is accessible to persons with mobility needs. Please include accessibility seating requests in your order (i.e. wheelchair, limited mobility, no steps).Lunch Space or Bus ParkingDo you need space for lunches?No, we do not need space for lunchesYes, we need space for lunchesDo you need parking space for buses?No, we do not need space for bus parkingYes, we need space for bus parkingNumber of Buses*Contact InformationPlease provide contact information for the person who will coordinate attendance on the day of the performance. This person will receive important information about the show prior to their arrival, so we must have a correct email for the responsible party.School/Organization*Primary Contact Name*FirstLastPrimary Contact Email*Event updates will be communicated to this email.Primary Contact Phone*Billing Address*Street AddressAddress Line 2CityState Province RegionZIP Postal CodePayment Type*Pay Online Today!Mail payment with invoiceSubmit your reservation through this form. You will then be emailed an invoice.Print off your invoiceand mail in payment.Mail your invoicewith paymentto the following address:Youth Matinee Series ReservationScheman Building, Suite 102Ames, IA 50011Makecheckspayable toIowa State Center.Reservation GuidelinesRequired Acknowledgements*I have read and agree to the reservation guidelinesI understand that online reservations for 10 or fewer tickets must be paid onlineI understand that in-person day of show sales are $5/seatI understand all seats are general admission.I understand physical tickets are not issued.Select AllAllpaidreservationswill be on a guest-list for entry upon arrival.Reservation Fees are based on # of paid tickets:1-10 tickets, $3.0011-50 tickets, $5.0051-100 tickets, $10.00101-150 tickets, $15.00151+ tickets, $20.00# of paid seatsPayment MethodCredit CardAmerican ExpressDiscoverMasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, VisaCard NumberExpiration DateSecurity CodeCardholder NameReservation FeePrice:Reservation FeePrice:Reservation FeePrice:Reservation FeePrice:Reservation FeePrice:Total (including reservation fee)Submit "*" indicates required fields

Who

• Nutcracker + STEM Performance — Youth Matinee SeriesHeadliner

Venue

Stephens Auditorium

Iowa State Center, Ames, IA 50011

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