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Island's first children’s arts festival set to launch next month

Island's first children’s arts festival set to launch next month

Sunday 16 June 2024

Island's first children’s arts festival set to launch next month

Sunday 16 June 2024


The Jersey Arts Centre will be transformed into a creative hub for children and families next month as it hosts the island's first-ever kids arts festival featuring over 30 events.

Children and young people can enjoy a series of performances, workshops, films, author events, and street theatre between 11 and 24 of July from both visiting and local artists.

Called 'Playdays', the festival promises a variety of engaging activities focused on the arts for children and their families, aiming to spark creativity among young people.

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Pictured: Jersey Arts Centre will present over 30 events including theatre performances, concerts, workshops, exhibitions, and street theatre from both visiting and local artists from 11 to 24 July. 

Among the highlights are a performance of Roald Dahl's 'The Twits' by the Jersey Arts Centre's Junior Drama group, a bilingual music concert in French and English, and puppetry show 'Handa's Surprise' by Little Angel Theatre.

Children will also have the opportunity to participate in hands-on workshops where they can explore graffiti art, jazz music, drama, and puppetry.

For young film enthusiasts, the festival will feature screenings of animated shorts and both 'Wonka' and 'Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory'.

Book lovers can enjoy events from the Jersey Festival of Words, featuring authors Sarah Coyle and Nick Arnold.

Ms Coyle will present her new interactive book, 'Pick A Story!', while Mr Arnold will bring science to life with 'The Horrible Science Show'.

Finally, the Royal Jersey Showground will host a travelling theatre production by Nicole et Martin.

The Showground's White Tent will feature a unique show combining music, dance, juggling, and more, presenting five captivating folk tales.

Full festival details are available at www.artscentre.je.

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