Performances Meant for Students to Challenge Imagination and Spark Creativity
Experience the power of live performance.
The Reif Student Matinee Series brings high-quality, engaging performances to students during the school day. Live art plays a vital role in education, creativity, and social development, and we are proud to offer shows that inspire and connect with young audiences.
Reservations may be made online, in person at The Reif Box Office, or by calling 218-327-5780 during business hours, Monday through Friday from 11:00am to 4:00pm
To reserve multiple shows, please complete a separate reservation form for each performance.
2025–2026 Performances
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Buckets N Boards Comedy Percussion Show
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 | 12:30 PM
Buckets N Boards Comedy Percussion Show is a spectacularly imaginative work brought to life by two prolific performers! Matt Levingston and Gareth Sever, two masterful musicians and comedians, bring a joyous charm to this full stage production. The show was born from their shared passion for music and rhythm, but it truly comes to life through the nonstop hilarious interplay between these two characters and their audience. The intricate beats and stunning synchronicity are awesome to behold! The sheer variety of instruments and found objects they are able to manipulate is inspiring! The comedy, centered on the improvisational interactions with the crowd, is the driving force of the show!
Buckets N Boards has performed 10 critically acclaimed summer seasons in Branson, MO, performed with the Kansas City Symphony, and are currently one of the most requested headline acts on Disney Cruise Lines. From their imaginative songs, beautiful harmonies, dazzling tap dancing, crisp beatboxing, body percussion and bucket drumming, to a fresh and unique brand of clean comedy, Buckets N Boards has crafted an original theatrical experience the entire family will enjoy!
Approximate Running Time: 60 Minutes
Recommended Ages: All Ages
Pete the Cat
Monday, April 13, 2026, 2026 | 10:00 AM
For Pete the Cat, life is an adventure no matter where you wind up. So the minute the groovy blue cat meets The Biddles, he gets the whole family rocking. That is, except for young Jimmy Biddle, the most organized second grader on planet Earth.
But when Jimmy draws a blank in art class during the last week of school, it turns out Pete is the perfect pal to help him out. Together, they set out on a mission to help Jimmy conquer second grade art, and along the way, they both learn a little something new about inspiration. Join Jimmy and Pete on an adventure of friendship, all the way to Paris and back in a VW Bus!
Approximate Running Time: 50 Minutes
Recommended Ages: Pre-K through 3
Planning Your Visit
Group Seating
Seating is reserved and assigned in advance based on group size, grade level, and accessibility needs.
Reservation requests are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Submitting a request does not guarantee seats. Confirmation will be sent within three to five business days.
Once your reservation is confirmed, you will receive an invoice.
Payment Information
- A 50 percent non-refundable deposit is due within two weeks of invoice receipt.
- Final numbers and full payment are due 30 days before the performance.
- If booking within 30 days of the performance date, immediate payment may be required.
- Group numbers may increase if space allows, but cannot decrease after final payment.
- Tickets are non-refundable.
- Payments may be made by cash, check, or credit card.
Pricing
All field trip tickets are $8 per person for students, teachers, and chaperones.
Homeschool families may attend at the $8 rate with no minimum required.
We encourage schools to inquire about district grant funding.
Day of Performance
Please plan to arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled show time.
Most performances run approximately 60 minutes unless noted otherwise.
Dismissal typically takes about 25 minutes following the performance, depending on the number of schools in attendance.
The Reif Center cannot provide space for lunches.
The Reif is committed to accessibility. Please inform us in advance of any special accommodations your group may need.
Location
The Wilcox Theater is located inside the Reif Center at:
720 NW Conifer Drive
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
We offer Free Parking along with convenient bus drop-off and pick-up at our main entrance.
Weather Policy
If your school is closed due to inclement weather on the day of your scheduled field trip, please notify us prior to show time.
Schools will receive credit toward a comparable field trip within the same season. You must contact The Reif within seven business days to schedule an alternate performance.
Refunds are not issued due to weather closures.
Transportation Assistance
Thanks to generous sponsors, transportation funding may be available through the Reif Reimbursement Program.
Bus Funds are awarded based on availability and are first come, first served. Funding limits apply.