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Family Musical

Schoolhouse Rock Live!

May 3 - 11, 2025

RLT’s Louise “Scottie” Stephenson Amphitheatre (General Admission)


A pop culture phenomenon comes to the musical stage in Schoolhouse Rock Live! Tom, a nerve-wracked school teacher, is nervous about his first day of teaching. He tries to relax by watching TV, when various characters representing facets of his personality emerge from the set and show him how to win his students over with imagination and music. Inspired by the Emmy Award-winning 1970s Saturday morning cartoon series that taught history, grammar, math and more through clever, tuneful songs, experience Schoolhouse Rock Live! in RLT’s outdoor amphitheatre.

Originally Conceived and Directed by Scott Ferguson
Book by Scott Ferguson, Kyle Hall and George Keating
Music and Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, Bob Dorough, David Frishberg, Kathy Mandry, George Newall and Tom Yohe

Directed by Kathleen Rudolph

Click here to access the Schoolhouse Rock program!

“Schoolhouse” out & about!

CBS 17 Feature Story

Thanks to Greg Funderburg and the team at CBS 17 for chatting with us about Schoolhouse Rock Live! Check out their coverage of our show in the video below:

WRAL Morning Interview

On April 29, Sydney Jerome (“Shulie”) and Jah’Mar Coakley (“Tom”) spoke with WRAL’s Ken Smith about our production! [Link to the interview coming soon.]

WHUP Radio Interview

Kathleen Rudolph (Director) and Clare Sherk (“Dina”) spoke with Wayne Leonard on WHUP FM’s Lights Up! radio show on Wednesday, April 30. Listen to the interview here on WHUP’s website.

Continued Learning | Schoolhouse Rock Live! Study Guide

Check out our Schoolhouse Rock Live! Study Guide to learn more about the history of Schoolhouse Rock and to provide context for younger audience members. Our study guide contains activities for either the classroom or home to help young theatregoers engage with the topics of the performance long after the cast takes their bows.

Sensory-Friendly Performance | May 10 at 1:00 p.m.

Sensory-friendly performances are designed especially for individuals with autism spectrum disorders, sensory sensitivities, or other disabilities. Sensory-friendly seating is general admission allowing individuals extra space if needed. To provide a supportive and welcoming environment for children and families, sensory-friendly performances include:

  • Reduction of loud or jarring sounds
  • Reductions in flashing or strobe lights
  • Modification of the house lights during the performance
  • Accommodated house rules: audience members are free to talk or move during the show
  • Extra staff and volunteer support
  • Designated “Take a Break Space”

Prepare for your visit!

Sensory-friendly support provided by Capital City Civitan Club.

Sponsors

Thanks to RLT’s Family Series Media Sponsor, Triangle Family Magazine.

Additional thanks to North State Bank for their support!

Ticket Information

Tickets on sale now!

Runtime is approximately 60 minutes.

Show Times:

  • Saturdays at 1:00pm & 3:00pm
  • Sundays at 1:00pm & 3:00pm

Single ticket prices, excluding tax and fees:

  • Adult: $20
  • Children (12 and under): $16

A ticket is required for all patrons, regardless of age.

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Cast List

Tom
Jah’Mar Coakley
Dina
Clare Sherk
Shulie
Sydney Jerome
George
Nic Sanchez

Accessibility Information

  • All performances are wheelchair accessible.

  • Audio description for those with visual disabilities. The Sunday, May 11, performance at 3:00pm will be described.