Life Doesn't Frighten Me
Metro Theatre Company
February 13 |10 a.m. |Carpenter Library
February 14 |1 10 a.m. | Central Library
Inspired by Dr. Maya Angelou’s powerful poem “Life Doesn’t Frighten Me,” this original play by multi-disciplinary hip-hop artist Paige Hernandez brings to life the everyday fears we all face—and the courage within us to rise above them. Told through spoken word, hip-hop, and dance, the story celebrates every child’s unique strength and reminds us all that we are indeed fearless royalty!
The Ugly Duckling
The Rep’s Imaginary Theatre Company
February 27 | 10 a.m. | Schlafly Library
February 28 | 10 a.m. | Central Library
The Ugly Duckling soars to life in this heartwarming musical adventure from The Rep’s Imaginary Theatre Company. Perfect for children of all ages and the young at heart, this joyful tale follows one little duckling’s journey of self-discovery through a world that often misunderstands what is unfamiliar and new. Along the way, the duckling encounters creatures convinced their small corner of the world is the whole story—only to realize there’s so much more to learn when you open your mind and heart. Full of music, humor and transformation, The Ugly Duckling is a celebration of curiosity, courage and the idea that being different might just be your superpower.
A Celebration of Folk Dance
Grupo Atlántico
March 27 | 10 a.m. | Buder Library
March 28 | 10 a.m. | Carpenter Library
Grupo Atlántico is an ensemble of folk dancers whose purpose is to share the rich tri-ethnic heritage (African, Indian and Spanish roots) of the Caribbean and coastal regions of different countries such as Colombia, Venezuela, Panama and Mexico! This high energy dance performance will include examples of different music, rhythms and percussive instruments, as well as a hands-on dance workshop for all those in attendance. You won’t want to miss it!
Classical Indian Dance
Dances of India
April 24 | 10 a.m. | Julia Davis Library
April 25 | 10:30 a.m. | Schlafly Library
Enter the graceful, rhythmic, world of Bharata Natyam! Dances of India has been teaching Bharata Natyam, the most prevalent style of classical Indian dance, to dancers in St. Louis for over 40 years. In this performance, explore and move along to the rhythms, colors and stories of classical Indian dance. Audience members will learn some basic hand and foot movements and perform along with the dancers!