Plan Your: Theatre Visit

Planning a Theatre visit with your school or recreation group to the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine? We can’t wait to welcome you! Below, find information to help you plan your visit. Looking to plan a Museum visit or Outreach opportunity? Click HERE to go back to the School & Recreation Visit Homepage.

Group Rates and Eligibility

  • Enjoy 50% off general Theatre ticket prices for groups.

  • Title 1A schools qualify for a special rate of $5 per ticket.

  • Staff working one-on-one with a student receive free admission.

Performance Schedule

  • Weekday performances typically start at 11 am.

  • Most shows in CMTM's Maddy's Theatre last about an hour without intermission (unless specified).

Group Size and Booking

  • Minimum group size: 15 (adults and children).

  • Theatre capacity: 89 seats.

  • Early booking is recommended, as capacity is limited and shows may fill up quickly.

  • For groups larger than 89 or if desired shows are nearing full capacity, booking across multiple performances may be necessary.

Booking Timeline

  • The entire season's shows are scheduled in advance and available for booking once announced. See the Season HERE.

  • During the summer season, groups must contact us at least two weeks in advance of the planned visit date to be eligible for the group rate.

  • If the available shows don't fit your schedule, explore our Theatre Tour (coming soon), or contact us at bookings@kitetails.org for potential private show bookings, subject to cast and crew availability.

Ticket Information

  • Theatre tickets grant access to the first-floor climber or playground up to half an hour before showtime.

  • Tickets do not include access to 2nd and 3rd-floor museum exhibits.

  • For a comprehensive experience, request a combined visit (theatre and exhibits) in your booking form's comments section.

Additional Notes

  • Please review separate guidelines for group visits to the museum exhibits.

  • For any specific requirements or assistance, reach out to bookings@kitetails.org.

This streamlined process is designed to make your Theatre booking experience seamless and enjoyable, ensuring your group gets the most out of your visit to CMTM's Maddy's Theatre. 

Please fill out the form below to provide details on your booking and our team will be in touch to discuss availability. 

Theatre Visit Inquiry Form

Family groups and groups looking for weekend times may consider a Friday Fun Celebration rental, or contact bookings@kitetails.org for assistance booking more than fifteen tickets at the general admission rate.