Posted on January 10, 2024 by Lexi Gonzalez

Yocum Institute for Arts Education Hosts Third Annual Children’s Theater Festival

by Yocum Institute for Arts Education

Yocum Institute for Arts Education Hosts Third Annual Children’s Theater Festival

The Yocum Institute for Arts Education proudly announces the highly anticipated third annual Children’s Theater Festival of Berks County: “Finding Your Voice.” This vibrant festival promises three weekends packed with captivating and family-friendly theatrical events, all centered around themes of self-expression, self-discovery, and self-empowerment.

The festival kicks off with “The Three Little Pigs: A Children’s Opera” by John Davies at the Miller Center for the Arts. Audiences can enjoy this performance on Feb. 3 and 4 at varying times, with a special adults-only event on Feb. 9 and additional shows on Feb. 10 and 11.

Exploring unique art forms, bagpipe enthusiasts and curious minds alike can engage in “Honking, Squeezing, and Full of Hot Air: Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Bagpipes,” led by Roderick Nevin at the Schumo Theater on Feb. 3.

“Dot & Ziggy: An Interactive Play for Young Audiences” by Linda Hartzel and Mark Perry, with music by Christopher Walker, promises an immersive experience at the Schumo Theater on various dates throughout February, including a special Pajama Night on Feb. 8.

The festival continues its diverse offerings with an Improv Night showcasing the Teen Ensemble and other guest performers on Feb. 9, followed by “Raise Your Voice: A Teen Cabaret” directed by Corinna Sowers-Adler on Feb. 18. Students ages 10 and up may bring preselected solos and duets to work in-depth to cultivate and enhance their acting-the-song skills with Corinna Sowers-Adler and live pianist/ accompanist. Public performance will be held to culminate the workshop experience.

For more details and the full festival schedule, visit www.yocuminstitute.org.

Join us in celebrating the power of artistic expression and the journey of self-discovery at the Yocum Institute for Arts Education’s third annual Children’s Theater Festival!

The Yocum Institute for Arts Education’s mission is to connect and enrich our community through arts education, creative performance, and innovative programs.

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Community Testimonials

Wish my town had a channel like this, very cool idea to bring the community together and give people a platform.

James

I wanted to thank you again for the opportunity you have created for our kids.  This experience is more than the TV show.  Eight students who probably never would have talked to each other were excited to execute a plan. Know that you make a difference.

Kristi

Thanks for your commitment to communication far and wide, for your technical support, and tireless efforts to bring fresh programs to BCTV. Bravo!

Liz

Thank you for always being receptive to my ideas. All of your efforts help me to help others and that is a blessing to me.

Adrean

Fantastic work and thanks so much for the quick turnaround!  Always a pleasure to work with you and the rest of the BCTV team!

Jim

Thank you and your staff for all you do to accommodate so many different shows, personalities, etc.!  Can’t be easy, but we really do appreciate it.

Martha

I am happy and proud to be a part of such a dedicated assembly of talent and purpose. Thank you for being a part of my efforts to promote theater and the arts in this region.

David