The Memphis community offers some fabulous opportunities for families, and Voices of the South’s annual Children’s Theatre Festival at the Rhodes College McCoy Theatre ranks at the top of my list. The 2010 CTF offers the premiere of THE KALLAHONEY KIDS VS. THE SHADOW MONSTERS, an original play by Memphis’ own Geoff Wood. A milk and cookie buffet. Performances by Project:Motion, Out Loud Artistry, Germantown Community Theatre, Chatterbox Audio Theatre and more. Stilts. Drums. Masked characters. Interactive activities with Memphis Loves Kids, New Ballet Ensemble, Rock N Romp, Memphis College of Art…
And that’s not all! Need I say more? How about this: a jam packed Friday evening costs only $5, and Saturday’s event are pay what you can.
Below is a sampling of what’s in store for you and your family this weekend:
The short version:
Friday, May 28: $5
5:45 pm Bring your own picnic and enjoy strolling performances
7:00 pm Enjoy the Voices of the South premiere of THE KALLAHONEY KIDS VS. THE SHADOW MONSTERS followed by a milk and cookie buffet and performances by Out Loud Artistry
Saturday, May 29: pay what you can
9:30 am – 5:00 pm Theatre performances and family festival ALL DAY LONG
Visit the Voices of the South site for a detailed schedule of events, and to purchase tickets to Friday’s kickoff celebration. I hope to see you there!
