ArtsReach

ArtsReach is a children's theatre academic year touring troupe that performs at schools, children's hospitals, and churches.  

New Spring Tour Starts February 2026

Bookings available Fridays (Feb 20 - MAY 1)  
Promotional graphic for the play Luna Goes to Mars

LUNA GOES TO MARS

Directed by Raina Ames
Best suited for grades 3-6

Have you ever wanted to go to Mars? Well, spunky 11-year old aspiring astronaut named Luna shares that dream. For her science project, she wants to build a rocket to go to Mars. Her pessimistic older brother Neil doesn’t believe that she can do it, but Luna knows she can! Luna is determined to succeed using both her STEM knowledge along with lots of fuzzy encouragement from her pet hedgehog, Astro! Come and join the adventure as Luna proves to herself that working hard and using the inspiration of those women who have come before, she can achieve her greatest dreams!

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The ArtsReach tour is funded solely by those who host us. A $400 fee is requested for one show. To book a date, a $100 nonrefundable deposit or a P.O. for the full amount is requested for each show. Deposits will apply to the full balance. The full payment is requested no later than 10 business days after the event ends. Make checks payable to UNH.

  • The performance area, indoor or outdoor, should provide a clear, unobstructed space.
  • Gazebos are not recommended as a performance space. The actors can set up in front of, or to the side of a gazebo.
  • The performance space should be approximately 20’ across x 20’ deep x 8’ tall.
  • The performance space should be available one hour prior to the performance time.
  • This space should be cleared of all items, furniture, debris before the group arrives.
  • Reserve the space for a total of 2 hours and 30 minutes for the UNH troupe (for the set-up, performance, and tear down time).
  • Provide 1 standard, 120 volt electrical outlet that is located within 40’ of the performance space for the sound system. This electrical outlet should have no other heavy equipment loads on the same circuit.
  • If broadcast announcements are made at your location, please request that these be done prior to the show.
  • For indoor shows, make sure all entrances/halls/stairs/performance areas are easy to access for the actors who will be carrying heavy and large stage equipment. If stairs/stairwell access is unavoidable, please call us so we may prepare the troupe.

All dates subject to change.  Performance may not be open to the public.

PLEASE NOTE WE ONLY ACCEPT BOOKINGS FOR FRIDAYS BETWEEN FEBRUARY 21 AND MAY 2

Please use the link below to request a booking date.

REQUEST FORM

After booking, you’ll receive a host and promotional packet and an agreement via mail.

 

The ArtsREACH touring program visits schools and performs a program for PRE-K, elementary and middle school-aged students throughout the region. Shows also include a talk-back opportunity for students to learn more about the content of the show, the process of touring theatre, and more. The actors of these productions are UNH Undergraduate Theatre and Dance students from the University of New Hampshire in Durham, NH.

Contacts

Michael Wood 

Administrative Services Specialist
Email: mike.wood@unh.edu 
Phone: (603) 862-3038
Fax: (603) 862-0298
D22 Paul Creative Arts Center
30 Academic Way
University of New Hampshire