The Center Theatre Group is inviting schools and community organizations to apply for the 2019-20 Student Matinee Program, a comprehensive arts education experience that brings thousands of students and educators to the theater each season.

The program includes admission to a special morning matinee performance of a production at the Ahmanson Theatre or Mark Taper Forum, followed by a post-show discussion with the cast, crew and educational materials to help prepare students to comprehend the world of the play. Before seeing the show, teachers participate in an educator conference to explore the play in-depth and have the option of bringing Center Theatre Group teaching artists into their classroom to lead show-based activities.

The dates and productions for the program include “Latin History for Morons” on Oct. 17 at the Ahmanson Theatre, “Jitney” on Dec. 3 and 4 at the Mark Taper Forum, Matthew Bourne’s “Swan Lake” on Dec. 12 at the Ahmanson Theatre, “What the Constitution Means to Me” on Feb. 11 and 12 at the Mark Taper Forum and “Once on This Island” on April 30 at the Ahmanson Theater.

Multiple educators from the same school or community organization may apply. Each application allows for a maximum enrollment of 50 students and up to five chaperones. Accepted groups must provide their own transportation to the theatre and pay a $50 enrollment fee. Administrative expenses and tickets for each student, teacher and chaperone are included.

To apply, visit centertheatregroup.org/student-matinees.