Gather at the outdoor amphitheater in Tower Grove Park for a summer of fun children's performances by beloved local entertainers. The free interactive shows are part of the Children's Performance Series, introducing children to the performing arts in a fun, interactive way. Storytellers, musicians, dancers and more will encourage kids to clap along and be part of the experience.
All performances are free, open to the public and take place most Friday mornings at 10 a.m. June 5 through August 7. Gates open at 9:30 a.m. Registration is not needed. Performances are held at the Stupp Center Outdoor Amphitheater in Tower Grove Park.
Performers include:
June 5: The Three Billy Goats Gruff Meet the Mysterious Creature with Jackie & Papa Wright
June 12: Marko Polo Music
June 26: Folktales from Around the World with Bobby Norfolk
July 10: St. Louis Irish Arts
July 17: Music Therapy St. Louis
July 24: Alma de Mexico
July 31: Jody Redhage Ferber & Alan Ferber
August 7: Celia's Sing Along Dance Party
More information: towergrovepark.org
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