Our area is one of beauty and majesty. We’re surrounded by the great outdoors. Nature beckons millions of visitors and thousands of new residents every year. Inspired by our surroundings, arts and culture thrive in western North Carolina. You can hear music in the streets and see art at every turn. 

Families in our area never have to want from lack of access to the arts. Kids need music and theater. In this article, we are discussing why kids need musicals. 



We have just experienced a beautiful holiday season in western North Carolina. As we approach the end of the year and the beginning of the next, it is a time for reflection and making goals. 

Your family may be thinking about what went well, what could have been better, and what you could do differently. This is not an exercise for adults only. Involve your kids in your goals and help them make resolutions!

In this article, we are providing some tips and advice for how to help kids set effective resolutions. 



Does your child have an outgoing personality perfectly suited for taking center stage? Maybe they have a knack for singing in the car and keeping everyone entertained on a long road trip. Live theatre classes could be a great hobby for your child. 

Even though it may only start as a hobby, live theatre classes have the potential to turn into a lifelong passion for your child and fill their future with big goals and career opportunities. That may not be the case for everyone, but one thing for sure is that your child will gain new experiences and build confidence with an encouraging group of peers.

If your child has expressed interest in live theatre classes, or you think they could be a good fit, then you’ve just started your journey. Here are five tips to help you choose the right theatre class for your child.



Plug the word Oireachtas into Google, and you may be initially a little confused. Your top results likely will be all about the Republic of Ireland’s national parliament. 

Oireachtas (pronounced ‘o-rock-tus’) is Irish for gathering. And for those in the know, an Oireachtas is an annual championship for Irish Dance held at the regional level.