Nashville Children's Theatre

Jones & Nashville Children's Theatre

A Partnership where Arts and Academics Shine

 

Bringing Learning to Life Through Theatre

Nashville Children's TheatreSince 2023, Jones Elementary has partnered with Nashville Children's Theatre (NCT) to offer drama experiences that empower students through creativity, literacy and emotional expression. This partnership supports the school-wide focus on arts, with a three-tiered initiative integrating movement, storytelling and performances into everyday learning. 

Theatre Experiences That Inspire

All Jones students take a field trip to the Children's Theatre and attend at least one performance each school year. 

  • Younger grades enjoy Snuggery productions, interactive shows focused on early literacy and connection. 
  • Older students attend productions on the mainstage, which feature rich literacy connections and tie back to classroom learning. 

Through these performances and instruction, students have explored larger themes, such as social justice, and responded through reflective writing. 

 
Growing Through Drama

students on stageAt Jones, self-expression is more than encouraged - it is celebrated. And with the weekly drama instruction given by NCT Teaching Artists, it has been a positive push for students by supporting emotional expression, imagination and written reflection. This has also helped to further strengthen the school culture of kindness, respect and student voice.  

 
Drama School Scholarships

At Jones, select students receive full scholarships to attend NCT's Drama School, where they have the opportunity to train with professional actors and perform on the NCT stage. These scholarships honor students who demonstrate a passion and talent in the arts. 

The Lion King - A Celebration of Talent & Love

jones theater with kidsThis year's Disney production at Jones is "The Lion King." This schoolwide production has united the school community and showcased the range of talent in our students and staff. At every grade level - even our first graders have taken on leading roles- our students are showing that students at Jones can shine centerstage.