Oct
19
12:00 PM12:00
Callaloo Kids at HU FAMFEST
This event will take place at Howard University Lower Quadrangle and is free to the public.
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Oct
3
9:30 PM21:30
Callaloo Kids at The Discovery Theater
Join a celebration of African Diaspora culture filled with puppetry, drumming, and storytelling. Performed by the CFA Repertory Theatre, this family-friendly show follows the adventures of Winston, Marisol, and Zoe as they discover the magical folklore of the Caribbean.
Written by Marjuan Canady
Performed by The CFA Repertory Theatre
Produced by Sepia Works and Canady Foundation for the Arts
Connections to the Classroom: Cultures of the World; Folktales and Storytelling; Call and Response; Theater/Performing Arts.
Learn More HERE: https://discoverytheater.org/shows/2025/feb/callaloo-kids.shtm
Aug
1
6:00 PM18:00
Culture Unmuted
“Culture Unmuted” follows Roxanne, a young go-go artist preparing for D.C.’s annual block party. Tensions rise between Roxanne and her new neighbors as they clash with the culture and future of their neighborhood. This play explores issues of gentrification, social justice, African Diaspora cultural traditions, and what was once Chocolate City.
Commissioned by Soka Tribe LLC, DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities
Jul
20
9:00 AM09:00
Callaloo Kids at The Folger Shakespeare Library
FREE Folger programming all summer long!
Every other Saturday is all about family fun at the Folger. Folger Family Takeovers this summer will include hands-on activities, dance, poetry, and lots of energy.
Spend your morning with the team from Callaloo Kids for an introduction to diverse cultural narratives through the use of puppetry designed for young audiences.
After the program, stay and enjoy our exhibition halls. Timed entry passes are recommended.
FREE RSVP: https://www.folger.edu/whats-on/cultural-literacy-through-puppets/
Jun
8
9:30 AM09:30
Imagine at The National Theatre
Synopsis: Imagine is a world-premiere play written by Marjuan Canady with music by Amy K. Bormet. This is a delightful and enchanting story that takes audiences on a whimsical journey through the power of a child’s imagination. The story follows the adventures of Savi, a spirited young girl with a boundless imagination, as she explores all the fantastic people, places, and things in her bedroom. Told through music and dance, Savi travels to far away lands while making new friends that teach her valuable lessons, all through the power of imagination.
When: Saturday, June 8th, 9:30am and 11am.
Where: Helen Hayes Gallery, second floor of The National Theatre, 1321 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004.
Cost: FREE! Donations welcome.
Run Time: Approximately 45 minutes.
Age Range: Best for ages 3-6, but everyone is invited!
Accessibility: This performance will be ASL-interpreted. The space is wheelchair accessible.
About The Artists:
Written and Directed by Marjuan Canady
Music by Amy K. Bormet
Choreography by Krystal Butler
Performed by ChelseaDee Harrison and Hillary Jones
Produced by Canady Foundation for the Arts / Sepia Works
Since its founding in 2015, Canady Foundation for the Arts has served over 8,000 youth and families through its programming, community partnerships, and national performances. Its programs serve youth of color from infancy to high school. CFA has served international and national communities and partnered with schools, organizations, and institutions across the country. CFA has been recognized by American Theatre Magazine as a Thrive! Grant recipient and by DCTV for its positive impact on the DC community. Its students have gone on to work for organizations such as Sesame Street Workshop, the Manhattan Theatre Club, Kokila Books, and the Miami Herald newspaper. With a record of job-readiness, career preparation, and cultural literacy, CFA is a force of good for the DMV arts community. Visit canadyfoundationarts.org to learn more.
Jun
7
11:00 AM11:00
The National Theatre Live! at the Library- Imagine (Play + Arts Workshop)
A morning of dance, music, puppetry, and play for children ages 2-5 and their families, presented by Canady Foundation for the Arts
FREE RSVP: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/event/10567008
Embark on a journey with the creatives behind the children's play, "Imagine," as they celebrate the power of imagination through dance, music, and puppetry. Explore the beauty of creativity in our engaging workshop tailored for ages 2-5, brimming with interactive and fun activities designed to ignite your creativity and imagination!
This program is presented by Canady Foundation for the Arts and inspired by their original production "Imagine", the June selection in The National Theatre's long-running, acclaimed Saturday Morning Live! series, a free and fun theatre experience especially for families with young children.
AGE GROUP: | Birth - 5 |
EVENT TYPE: | Family Program |
Jun
24
6:00 PM18:00
CFA Dream In Color Fundraiser Soiree
The CFA inaugural Soiree will take place in 2023 with a mission to empower youth to dream in color. All proceeds will benefit the organization’s operations, programming and community initiatives.
Apr
15
1:00 PM13:00
CFA Youth Improv Slam
The CFA Youth Improv Final Slam is a city wide competition featuring students from Washington, D.C. High Schools.
Apr
1
9:30 AM09:30
Callaloo Kids x CFA Rep at The National Theatre
Join the CFA Repertory Theatre as they adventure to the Gullah Sea Islands in search of a long-lost patch for Zoe’s grandmother’s quilt. Celebrating African-Diaspora folklore, this performance includes puppetry, drumming, and storytelling for the entire family to enjoy.