Madison Matinee: Shelley Morningsong & Fabian Fontenelle

Shelley Morningsong (N. Cheyenne) has emerged as one of New Mexico’s finest Native performers. Her husband & musical partner Fabian Fontenelle (Zuni/Omaha) adds northern plains traditional style dancing, storytelling and drumming.

What is the Madison Matinee series?
● The Madison Matinee series is a series of educational performances that happen during the day for Madison students to attend completely free of charge. These performances are intended to enhance and enrich the educational experience of our students by exposing them to the arts.

Why should I bring my students to a Madison Matinee?
● Taking your students to a theater performance can be a transformative extension of classroom learning. Incorporating theater experiences into your teaching not only deepens academic understanding but also nurtures vital personal and social skills. This approach supports a well-rounded education that values creativity, empathy, critical thinking, and real-world engagement.
Sources: sciencedaily.com, kappanonline.org, weareteachers.com

How do I get to bring my group/class to a Madison Matinee?
1. Get approval from your admin to go to The Madison.
2. Fill out the Google form attached to the Madison Matinee flyer on our “For Educators” page on our website.
3. Wait for a confirmation email from Teddy (tguillot@madisoned.org).
4. Arrange transportation through your school’s admin.
5. Ask your school’s secretary to add the field trip to all necessary calendars.
6. Expect a “Before You Arrive” sheet 2 weeks before the show.

When is registration due?
● To ensure you will be able to attend please submit the form 2 weeks prior to the matinee you wish to attend, at the latest.

Can I get a curriculum guide or supplemental materials for the show?
● There are curriculum guides and many other MCA materials on our “For Educators” page on our website.

What information is important for transportation to know?
● Seating begins as early as 9am.
● All Madison Matinees begin at 10 am.
● All Madison Matinees will end at 11am.
● For dismissal, students will stay seated and we will call schools up in order of bus arrival.

○ If you have a time constraint, it is important that you communicate that need with Teddy (tguillot@madisoned.org) and Matt (mgerber@madisoned.org) beforehand, and your bus driver on the day of.