LCT Summer Family Musical: Roald Dahl’s Matilda
The Lexington Children’s Theatre kicks off its 80th season in July with its Summer Family Musical performance of “Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical.” Straight from Broadway, this family favorite show marks LCT’s 17th annual Summer Family Musical, performed on the LCT Main Stage on Short Street. Join Matilda, Miss Honey, Bruce, Lavender and the Trunchbull […]
LASC Art Exhibit Tells Child’s Story Of Victory Over Cancer
Sponsored by LexArts, the Atrium Gallery at the Living Arts and Science Center has introduced a new exhibit this summer called The Cosmic Cure, which is a collaboration between awarding-winning Lexington artist Lennon Michalski and Ava, an 11-year-old Lexington girl. In addition to being an accomplished artist, Michalski teaches at LASC. Not only is he […]
NEA grants $10,000 to Lexington Children’s Theatre for Traveling Performances
Approximately 10,000 young people throughout Kentucky will have the chance to see Lexington Children’s Theatre perform a special traveling production thanks to a $10,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts. LCT received the grant in the Art Works category, which invests in local communities to help people celebrate the arts wherever they are. […]
Celebrity Curtain Call Is 1 of 3 Shows in April
Lexington Children’s Theatre will present three different shows in April, including the 10th annual Celebrity Curtain Call event. The Celebrity Curtain Call features a cast of local celebrities who this year will perform “The Little Mermaid.” Tickets to this fund-raising event include unlimited food as well as two drink tickets and two bourbon tasting tickets. […]
Bluegrass Youth Ballet to Perform ‘Alice in Wonderland’ March 30-31
Bluegrass Youth Ballet will perform its rendition of Lewis Carroll’s classic “Alice in Wonderland” on Friday, March 30 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, March 31 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the Lexington Opera House. New to the BYB repertoire, this ballet offers a modern day twist to the children’s classic where Alice falls […]
‘Mr. Popper’s Penguins’ at the Norton Center March 5
Fun waddles into the Norton Center for the Arts with the smash hit “Mr. Popper’s Penguins” on Monday, March 5. Based on the beloved book, this action-packed musical adaptation follows Mr. Popper, a painter who dreams of Antarctic adventures. When a packing crate containing a penguin shows up on his doorstep one day, adventure ensues. […]
Writing Contest: If I had a Time Machine
Where would you go if time travel were possible? That is the question we are posing to elementary school students across Kentucky with our 14th annual Writing Contest. This year’s theme is “If I Had a Time Machine …” What would your time machine look like? Would you travel back in time or to the […]
Lexington Children’s Theatre Presents: “Elephant & Piggie’s ‘We Are in a Play!” & “Afternoon of the Elves”
The Lexington Children Theatre’s stage will be busy this month with two shows scheduled. “Elephant & Piggie’s ‘We Are in a Play!’” based on the popular book series by Mo Willems, finds the best friends in their very own musical. There will be singing, dancing and playfulness as these two team up with the […]
2018 Writing Contest
If you could visit the future, would you? Or what era of the past would you like to visit? Those are the questions we want you to consider for our 14th annual Writing Contest. This year’s theme is “If I Had a Time Machine… ” All children, grades K-5, in Kentucky are invited to enter. […]
Lexington Children’s Theatre Presents: Elephant & Piggie’s ‘We Are in a Play!’
Lexington Children’s Theatre brings two favorite characters from the page to the stage in its next show, “Elephant & Piggie’s ‘We Are in a Play!’” Based on the popular books by Mo Willems, watch as Elephant and Piggie stage their very own musical. The two best friends team up with the singing Squirelles for lots […]
Lexington Children’s Theatre Presents in January…
Lexington Children’s Theatre will stage history coming to life in January with the performance of “Sacagawea: Discovering History.” A Native American, Sacagawea is a strong female character who guides the explorers Lewis and Clark on their historic expedition. She acted as translator and gathered food all while carrying a baby on her back. One-hour performances […]
LCT Auditions for ‘Afternoon of the Elves’ Set for Dec. 9-11
Actors 9 to 18 years old are invited to audition for Lexington Children’s Theatre upcoming play, “Afternoon of the Elves.” This show, directed by LCT Directing Associate Esther Neel, empowers young children to develop strong bonds and help others who are struggling with life’s challenges. Two-hour auditions are by appointment only at 418 W. Short […]
Holiday Performances: Include a Christmas Show as Part of Your Holiday Schedule
The Nutcracker Bluegrass Youth Ballet “The Nutcracker in One Act” condenses the enchantment of the classic ballet into a single, family-friendly act to capture the attention of younger audiences. Friday, Dec. 15 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 16 at 2 p.m. $17-$20. Singletary Center for the Arts Concert Hall. Info: 271-4472 or www.bluegrassyouthballet.org. […]
LCT Will Stage – The Best Christmas Pageant Ever & The Ugly Duckling
Lexington Children’s Theatre gets in the holiday spirit with “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever,” where a rambunctious, rag-tag group help their community see Christmas in a whole new way. Showtimes are Saturday, Dec. 2 at 2 & 7 p.m.; and Sunday, Dec. 3 at 2 p.m. at the Lexington Opera House. Tickets are $19 for […]
‘Daniel Tiger’ Musical Show Comes to EKU in November
Daniel Tiger and his friends will hop aboard Trolley and head to the EKU Center for the Arts on Saturday, Nov. 18 for “Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Live – King for a Day.” The “grr-ific” musical for little tigers and grown-ups alike is back with an all new show. Daniel and friends invite the audience on […]
LCT Will Stage . . . The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
Lexington Children’s Theatre gets in the holiday spirit with “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.” The Bradley family’s church Christmas Pageant is always the same, year after year- until the Herdman’s show up. With “the worst kids in the world” taking the lead roles, this year’s pageant will be a total disaster. But it might just […]
Book Review: ‘We’re Amazing 1, 2, 3’
“We’re Amazing 1, 2, 3!” stars our favorite Sesame Street characters plus the newest kid on the block, Julia, who has autism. Elmo and Abby navigate a play date with Julia, with Elmo explaining along the way why Julie acts a little differently at times. I read this book with my 6-year-old and she enjoyed […]
“Dia de los Muertos” Ballet Hits the Stage
The Bluegrass Youth Ballet brings back its original ballet, “Dia de los Muertos,” on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 3 & 4. This touching performance is a celebration of the Day of the Dead when those who have died are remembered. The show follows a family living in a small village in Mexico. A sudden death […]
LCT Will Stage Two Shows – “Schoolhouse Rock Live! Jr.” and “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.”
October is a busy month for the Lexington Children’s Theatre, which will stage two shows – “Schoolhouse Rock Live! Jr.” and “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.” “Schoolhouse” is based on the ABC-TV education series and shows how a new teacher overcomes his fears with timeless tunes like “I’m Just a Bill” and “Conjunction Junction. The […]
Lexington Children’s Theatre – ‘Junie B. Jones’
In September, LCT will perform “Junie B. Jones Is Not a Crook” at the LCT Main Stage, 418 W. Short St. Based on the popular children’s series by Barbara Park, the play follows what happens when a kindergartner learns the difference between what it means to take and what it means to give. Showtimes are […]