Student Rush Tickets

Available for degree-seeking students and primary or secondary school educators.

Exclusive $30 tickets for degree-seeking students and dedicated primary/secondary school educators. We offer advanced rush tickets up to two weeks prior to a show, available for select performances during each production, or day-of-performance rush tickets at the Kauffman Center box office just 90 minutes before curtain, available for all performances of the production. Each student or educator can reserve up to two (2) rush tickets per performance, ensuring everyone can enjoy the show.

  • Total cost per ticket is $30, including fees.*
  • Payment is due at the time of reservation.
  • Advanced rush tickets will be held at Will Call.
  • Student or educator ID is required at the time of pickup.
  • Valid in Zones C, D, & E. Specific seating is not guaranteed.
  • Rush tickets are subject to availability, not valid in combination with any other discounts, and not valid on previously purchased tickets.
  • Rush tickets are available only for mainstage performances at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts.
  • We reserve the right to revoke or discontinue the advance offer at any time.
  • Please pick up your tickets at least 30 minutes before the performance time.

Dates for Advanced Rush Tickets*

  • The Barber of Seville – Friday, November 15, 2024
  • Cruzar la Cara de la Luna – Friday, March 7, 2025
  • Turnadot – Friday, May 2, 2025

Dates for Day-of-Performance Rush Tickets*

  • The Barber of Seville – November 15–17, 2024, 90 minutes prior to curtain
  • Cruzar la Cara de la Luna – March 7–9, 2025, 90 minutes prior to curtain
  • Turnadot – May 2–4, 2025, 90 minutes prior to curtain

There is not a rush discount available for the performances of The Brightness of Light.

*Prices and availability are subject to change.

Student groups may be eligible for our Student Dress Rehearsals program. For more information, contact Manager of Learning Emily Bridges at ebridges@kcopera.org or (816) 802-6053.