Disney Musicals in Schools
Disney Musicals in Schools is a free after-school program offered to a limited number of Title I schools each year. Through the 17-week program, elementary schools receive free performance rights and ShowKit materials to a 30-minute Disney musical written for up to 50 third through fifth grade students. Four teachers per school must commit to participating in the program and will receive a stipend upon completion.
Over the course of a semester, professional Teaching Artists guide teachers through the process of mounting a musical at their school. The goal is to provide the training necessary for teachers and schools to be able to continue a theatre program for years to come. In the spring, the five DMIS schools are invited to perform on the ASU Gammage stage in the Student Share Celebration.
Important Dates for 2026-2027 School Year
Important Dates:
| December 2025 | Applications open |
| January 2026 | Teacher Info Sessions on Zoom |
| March 22, 2026 | Applications close |
| May 1, 2026 | Finalist Schools are notified |
| Saturday, September 6, 2026 | School orientation and training at ASU Tempe Campus (3 hours) |
| September 2026 – March 2027 | Disney Musicals in Schools Residency (17 weeks) |
| March 2026 | School performances |
| March 2026 | Student Share Celebration at ASU Gammage |
For more information, please contact education@asugammage.com.
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Disney Musicals in Schools is sponsored by the Abbett Family Foundation.
