With movies, television and video games, children are accustomed to having special effects create scenes for them. Storytelling allows children the empowerment of creating scenes for themselves. This workshop will help students enhance their reading, writing and speaking, exploring imagination to find their own, personal voice. They will have fun learning techniques of body language, facial expression, gesture, articulation, voice fluctuation and timing to create powerful and entertaining characters. They will also gain an understanding of story structure while practicing valuable listening skills that, through perception and difference, help develop vocabulary, extending these essential lessons beyond the classroom.

The art of storytelling through poetry and performance. This poetry workshop invites students to explore their voices through creative writing, performance, and self-expression. Designed for grades 6–12, the workshop can be offered as a single session or a multi-week residency, adapting to the needs of each school or program. Through writing prompts, open dialogue, and optional performance opportunities, students will learn how to craft original poems that reflect their personal experiences and perspectives. The workshop fosters a safe, inclusive space where all students—regardless of writing background—are encouraged to express themselves freely. By the end of the program, students will walk away with original work, increased confidence, and a clearer sense of self.

In this hands-on workshop, elementary students will explore the magic of blackout poetry—a creative blend of storytelling and art. Led by Fanta Ballo, students will uncover hidden poems by blacking out words from book pages, then bring them to life with vibrant drawings and collage. This joyful, arts-and-crafts-based session encourages self-expression, builds reading and writing confidence, and gives every student a unique poetic masterpiece to take home.

Humpty  Dumpty finds new friends to help  him  get up  when he falls down. The audience will learn the  value of compassion and true friendship as they travel on a musical adventure with Humpty Dumpty and his new friends.Boys and girls will also have fun creating a make and take humpty dumpty character and  a paper plate wall.