IMAGINE! Youth Theatre returns this summer - free to all students!

COLUMBIA, KY - TheatreFest!, the Summer Theatre at Lindsey Wilson College, is thrilled to announce the return of its IMAGINE! Youth Theatre day camp, running from Wednesday, May 29th through Friday, June 28th. This exciting camp will culminate in a performance of Tuck Everlasting, the musical adaptation of Natalie Babbitt's beloved children’s classic. Thanks to the generous support of our donors and friends, this year's camp is offered completely free of charge to all students.

Associate Artistic Director Jeremy Cloyd shared his enthusiasm, stating, “This has become one of my favorite things about making theatre in Columbia. Since 2018, working with these students toward a production has taught me more about theatre, myself, and this community than anything could.”

IMAGINE! Youth Theatre will present Tuck Everlasting (TYA Version), a 70-minute rendition of the story that explores the question: What would you do if you could live forever? Join eleven-year-old Winnie Foster on a journey beyond her white picket fence. When Winnie becomes entwined with the immortal Tuck family, she discovers a life of adventure she never imagined. But as she learns the secret behind their everlasting life, Winnie must protect it from those who would do anything for eternal youth. Will she choose to return to her old life or join the Tucks on their infinite journey?

Performances of Tuck Everlasting will take place on June 28th and 29th at 7:00pm CT, and on June 30th at 2:00pm CT in V.P. Henry Auditorium, located inside the L.R. McDonald Administration Building on the Campus of Lindsey Wilson College.

Artistic Director Robert Brock emphasized the importance of IMAGINE! Youth Theatre, stating, “Allowing a space for students to participate in and experience theatre firsthand is at the core of what TheatreFest! believes in.”

IMAGINE! Youth Theatre will run from Wednesday, May 29th to Friday, June 28th, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in V.P. Henry Auditorium, meeting each week Monday through Friday mornings. The camp is open to students ages 8-18 and is completely free for all students. For more information or to register your child, please visit www.theatrefest.org or contact Jeremy Cloyd at cloydj@lindsey.edu or (270) 384-8044.