The sometimes inspired but always eclectic programming of SummerStage Kids has been announced for the season. SummerStage Kids is a fantastic concept: it’s privately funded free programming that gives kids the opportunity to see the wide-ranging talent of NYC performers up-close. The programming, presented by Disney, offers small, citywide events in parks and playgrounds for kids ages 3 years and up. You can see everything from dance, puppet shows, poetry readings and acrobats all over the borough.
In addition to the shows, SummerStage Kids will also begin each performance with a reading and giveaway of beloved children’s poet Shel Silverstein’s classic books. Now, that’s a fabulous bonus!
Details: For the most up-to-date scheduling and line-up for all programming, visit http://www.CityParksFoundation.org.
June
Sunday, June 19
Teen Family Day Featuring
BED STUY VETERANS / PHONY PPL / BLACK GIRLS ROCK! / URBAN WORD NYC / BROOKLYN STEPPERS
Von King Park, Brooklyn
Greene, Marcy, Lafayette, Tompkins Avenues
3:00PM
SummerStage Kids presented by Disney, launches with a special Teen Family Day celebration. This multi-disciplinary program will feature music, dance and spoken word; curated by teens, for teens.
July
Tuesday, July 5
IllStyle & Peace Productions
Maria Hernandez Park, Brooklyn
Knickerbocker & Willoughby Sts.
10:30AM
Friday, July 8
Moona Luna
Brower Park, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Ave. & Prospect Pl.
In Basketball Courts
10:30AM
Monday, July 11
Thunderbird American Indian Dancers
Coffey Park, Brooklyn
Between Dwight St., Richards St. and Verona St.
10:30AM
Tuesday, July 12
Zany Umbrella Circus
Maria Hernandez Park, Brooklyn
Knickerbocker & Willoughby Sts.
10:30AM
Friday, July 15
Pickney Players
Brower Park, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Ave. & Prospect Pl.
In Basketball Courts
10:30AM
Monday, July 18
CityParks PuppetMobile – Bessie’s Big Shot
Coffey Park, Brooklyn
Between Dwight St., Richards St. and Verona St.
10:30AM
Tuesday, July 19
CityParks PuppetMobile – Bessie’s Big Shot
Maria Hernandez Park, Brooklyn
Knickerbocker & Willoughby Sts.
10:30AM
Friday, July 22
Shine & The Moonbeams
Brower Park, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Ave. & Prospect Pl
In Basketball Courts
10:30AM
Monday, July 25
Robbi K.
Coffey Park, Brooklyn
Between Dwight St., Richards St. and Verona St.
10:30AM
Tuesday, July 26
CityParks PuppetMobile – Bessie’s Big Shot
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park, Brooklyn
East New York, Dumont, Blake & Miller Aves.
10:30AM
Wednesday, July 27
Matt Brown
Sunset Park, Brooklyn
Playground area. 44th St. & 6th Ave.
10:30AM
August
Tuesday, August 2
Mr. Chris’ Musical Experience
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park, Brooklyn
East New York, Dumont, Blake & Miller Aves.
10:30AM
CityParks PuppetMobile – Bessie’s Big Shot
Underwood Park , Brooklyn
LaFayette & Washington Aves
On top of steps, facing playgrounds
10:30AM
Wednesday, August 3
CityParks PuppetMobile – Bessie’s Big Shot
Sunset Park, Brooklyn
Playground area. 44th St. & 6th Ave.
10:30AM
Tuesday, August 9
The Rozz & Val Show
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park, Brooklyn
East New York, Dumont, Blake & Miller Aves.
10:30AM
Heritage OP
Underwood Park, Brooklyn
LaFayette & Washington Aves
On top of steps, facing playgrounds
10:30AM
Wednesday, August 10
Gizmo Guys
Sunset Park, Brooklyn
44th St. & 6th Ave.
Playground area
10:30AM
Tuesday, August 16
Jazz Hercules
Underwood Park, Brooklyn
LaFayette & Washington Aves
On top of steps, facing playgrounds
10:30 AM