LCT to Perform: ‘High School Musical Jr’
Lexington Children’s Theatre brings two exciting shows to the stage in March. First up is the popular Disney favorite, “High School Musical Jr.” The show follows star athlete Troy and nerdy beauty Gabriella as they navigate their way through the challenges of attending East High. Showtimes at the LCT Learning Stage are Saturday, March 2 […]
2019 Writing Contest: “If I Could Travel Anywhere In The World”
It’s time for Lexington Family Magazine’s annual Writing Contest and we are asking students to become world travelers for their creative essays. The topic for this year’s contest is “If I Could Travel Anywhere in the World …” Students are invited to imagine where they would go, how they would get there and what would […]
LCT to Perform Play About Anne Frank
Lexington Children’s Theatre takes on tragedy in world history by staging “And Then They Came For Me: Remembering the World of Anne Frank” in February. The show shares the stories of Holocaust survivors Helmuth Silberberg and Eva Geiringer through a compelling multimedia production that combines video interviews with live performance. Showtimes on the LCT Main […]
Sayre Student Wins National Arts Award
Sayre School senior Will Peters-Seymour has been named a 2019 Honorable Mention winner in Jazz Guitar by the National YoungArts Foundation. Selected from thousands of applications, Will has been recognized for his outstanding artistic achievements along with 710 of the nation’s most promising young artists from 44 states across visual, literary, design, and performing arts. […]
Lexington Children’s Theatre: Rapunzel
Lexington Children’s Theatre is staging an old classic this month by performing “Rapunzel.” Rapunzel lives with her Nan, and she loves painting with every color, watching birds fly and singing her Nan’s old lullaby. But as she grows older and her hair grows longer, her curiosity grows too. She wonders what’s just beyond the horizon […]
Cut & Paste Craft Studio Offers Creative Fun for Adults Too
Many families already know that Cut & Paste Craft Studio serves as an ideal place for kids to explore their creativity and bring home a cool piece of art. After all, the Studio, located next to Meijer on West Reynolds Road, offers after-school craft clubs, summer camps, crafts-to-go at area schools and birthday parties galore. […]
LCT to Perform: Jack & The Wonder Beans
Lexington Children’s Theatre this month is performing “Jack and the Wonder Beans” based on the book written by Kentucky poet James Still. Jack is ready to set out on a crazy adventure, climbing the magic beanstalk and meeting the High Tall Giants, trying his best not to be turned into tadwhacker stew. Follow Jack on […]
2018 Holiday Performances
Derby Dinner Playhouse: “Holiday Inn” Based on the classic film, this joyous musical features thrilling dance numbers, laugh-out-loud comedy and a hit parade of Irving Berlin songs. Evening performances include a dinner buffet that are offered Tuesday-Sunday at 6 p.m. through Dec. 31. Matinees are Tuesday-Friday and Sunday at 11:45 a.m. and include lunch before […]
2018 Holiday Season Nutcrackers
Bluegrass Youth Ballet “The Nutcracker in One Act” condensed the enchantment of the classic ballet into a single, family-friendly act to capture the attention of younger audiences. Friday, Dec. 14 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 15 at 2 p.m. $17-$20. Singletary Center for the Arts Concert Hall. Info: 271-4472 or www.bluegrassyouthballet.org. Lexington Ballet Company […]
LCT to Stage: The Snowy Day
Lexington Children’s Theater will present this fall “The Snowy Day” based on award-winning children’s books by Ezra Jack Keats. Peter and his red snow suit are ready to explore the snowcapped hills, streets and treetops outside. Throughout his journey, Peter will learn to whistle, write letters, deal with bullies and more. Don’t miss tagging along […]
Rusty Haydon is 100% Satisfied
When a popular, active woman like Lois “Rusty” Haydon turns 100, everybody wants to celebrate. When Rusty (she doesn’t know how she picked up the nickname as a child) reached the century mark on Aug. 28, 2018, she attended five different birthday parties. Celebrants included her family, her church, a women’s group at the church, […]
First Ever Walk for Freedom in Lexington Set for Oct. 20
Goal is to Raise Awareness About Human Trafficking By Sarah Yohe For the first time in Lexington, A-21, an international organization devoted to combating human trafficking, will host a Walk for Freedom, scheduled for 10 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 20 at the Courthouse Plaza in downtown Lexington. Worldwide, this is the fifth walk hosted by […]
LCT Brings The Ghosts of Pineville to Main Stage
Lexington Children’s Theatre brings a locally grown ghost story to its Learning Stage in October with “The Ghosts of Pineville.” Chopper Sweeney never really believed in ghosts… until one started believing in him. Chopper and his friends, Hank and Glory, set off to solve the case of Simon Stillwater, but what starts as a small […]
Lexington Children’s Theatre Brings Amelia Earhart to Main Stage
Lexington Children’s Theatre brings the First Lady of Flight to the stage this month with a production of “Amelia Earhart.” Explore the questions surrounding Amelia Earhart’s mysterious disappearance when a reporter is determined to find out what happened to one of the most iconic women in history. Showtimes are Sunday, Sept. 23 at 2 p.m. […]
Finding an Essential Recipe for When Your Family is on the Go
by Tiffany King I know how difficult it can be to juggle soccer practices with teenage boys, help with homework, or try to get things done with toddlers underfoot and still make time to get dinner on the table for a hungry family. The chaotic weeknights, especially during the back-to-school season, can push anyone to […]
LCT Auditions Announced
Lexington Children’s Theatre will hold auditions in August for “The Ghosts of Pineville,” which is adapted from the graphic novels by Sara Turner. Show performances will be from Oct. 16 to 21. Auditions for actors 9-18 are Saturday, Aug. 18, 1-3 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 19, 1-3 p.m. and 4-6 p.m.; and Monday, Aug. 20, 7-9 […]
Woodland Art Fair
Art, food and fun will collide at the annual Woodland Art Fair on Saturday, Aug. 18 & Sunday, Aug. 19 at Woodland Park at 601 E. High St. More than 200 artists will showcase their work in mediums from ceramics, fiber, jewelry, sculpture, painting, photography, woodworking and more. The Fair will also feature live music, […]
“Traveling Summer Camp” Brings Fun to Local Parks
Lexington Parks and Recreation is helping more kids experience the magic of summer camp with its traveling summer camp, the Park and Play van. For the remainder of summer, the Park and Play van will be visiting local parks with activities such as slip and slides, sprinklers, dodgeball, tug of war, craft projects, cornhole and […]
Prestigious London Embroidery Group Offers National Program at Sayre School
For its first summer school in the U.S., London’s Royal School of Needlework (RSN) has chosen Sayre School as its host. The two-week camp, which runs in July, drew 200 adult students from all four corners of the country to practice the art of hand embroidery. Founded in 1872, the RSN has brought 10 teachers […]
Summer Movie Schedule
AMC Classic Movies: $4 plus tax, includes movie and a KidsPack of popcorn, drink and snacks. Wednesdays at 10 a.m. 3151 Mapleleaf Dr. Info: 263-1729. July 11: “Trolls” July 18: “Despicable Me 3” July 25: “Captain Underpants” Aug. 1: “The Nut Job 2” Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse: $1 per show or $5 for 10 shows. […]