Young Audiences will bring the sights, sounds, and cultural diversity of Western New York to audiences of all ages this summer, through a series of free
Creative Family events hosted at Canalside. Weekly programming, led by outstanding local artists, will feature interactive performances and hands-on workshops that emphasize the diverse history and culture of our region.
Saturday programming will feature an exciting line-up of local artists whose work contributes to making this region one of America's top arts destinations, while Sunday programming themes on local history, including the Erie Canal, Underground Railroad, and architecture.
Programming begins this Saturday and features an interactive Ballroom Dance workshop with Kip Ralabate at 11 a.m. and a high-energy juggling performance by Nels Ross at noon.
On Sunday, professional storyteller Celes Tisdale presents
From Africa to America at noon and The Stringmen perform their
Erie Canal Show at 1 p.m.